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Nature Series: Bloom into the New Year!

Discover the Health Benefits of Gardening

2025-01-04 10:30:00 2025-01-04 11:30:00 America/Chicago Nature Series: Bloom into the New Year! McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Auditorium

Saturday, January 04
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2025-01-04 10:30:00 2025-01-04 11:30:00 America/Chicago Nature Series: Bloom into the New Year! Join PA-C and Master Gardener Jennifer Hall as she shares the surprising health benefits of gardening! McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Auditorium

Join PA-C and Master Gardener Jennifer Hall as she shares the surprising health benefits of gardening!

Start the new year with a fresh, healthy hobby! Join Jennifer Hall PA- C and master gardener as she shares the surprising health benefits of gardening, from boosting mood to reducing stress. Perfect for beginners and seasoned green thumbs alike!

AGE GROUP: | Teens (11-18) | Adults (21+) | Adults (18+) | Adults (16+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Recreation | Health & Wellness |

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McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center
Phone: 956-681-3000
Branch Manager
Kate P. Horan
Hours
Mon, Dec 09 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Dec 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 13 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 14 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Dec 15 1:00PM to 9:00PM
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Mon, Dec 16, 9:00am - 6:00pm
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Once Upon a Time at Lark
Mon, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us at the Lark Branch Library for story time! Children and families are invited to listen to stories and get creative with fun craft activities. Children of all ages are welcome.
Lark Virtual Painting Class - CHRISTMAS
Mon, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Facebook/YouTube - https: Facebook.com/MPLAdults/YouTube
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LibFlix & Hot Cocoa
Mon, Dec 16, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Join us for a cozy evening of hot cocoa and a fun holiday movie. Vote for your top picks! For 6th to 12th graders.
Region One ESL Class
Tue, Dec 17, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Electronic Classroom B
McAllen Public Library in collaboration with Region One is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes. Call 956-984-6274 to register.
Toddler Time
Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Tuesday’s are for toddlers at the Lark Branch Library! Each week, we will be featuring a different activity for toddlers and families.
Bilingual Storytime - Palm View Branch - La hora de los cuentos con Ms. Maria
Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Children's Area
Share bilingual stories, songs, rhymes and activities.
Baby Storytime - infants 0-16 months
Tue, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room - Meeting Room A
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Lark Knitting Group - LOOM KNITTING & CROCHETING
Tue, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for loom knitting and crocheting
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Tue, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
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Tween's DIY: Snow! - Tween Scene Ages 8-12
Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Get in the holiday spirit by learning how to make your own snow!
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Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Wed, Dec 18, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
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Wed, Dec 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us at the Lark Branch Library for Creative Mornings! Children of all ages and families are welcome to make fun morning crafts.
Makerspace: Paint & Chill
Wed, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Join us for some holiday crafting! Enjoy a cozy evening of painting a wintery wall sign to get into the chilly vibes. Supplies will be provided. For teens in 6th to 12th grade.
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Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Region One ESL Class
Thu, Dec 19, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Electronic Classroom B
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Toddler Time - with Miss Alyssa
Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
Teach your toddler with fun activities for ages 2- 5 years old
Holiday Blues - A Conversation with DHR
Thu, Dec 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Color Corner
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Diverse voices Book Club - Diverse Voices Book Club
Thu, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Conference Room A
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Fri, Dec 20, 9:00am - 6:00pm
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Fri, Dec 20, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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Sat, Dec 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room A
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Holiday Stockings
Sat, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room B (Max 8 People)
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Gingerbread House Race - Gingerbread House Race
Sat, Dec 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A&B
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Sun, Dec 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
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McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.
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Mon, Dec 23, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
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Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Wed, Dec 25, 9:00am - 6:00pm
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Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.
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Mon, Dec 30, 9:00am - 6:00pm
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Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.
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Mon, Dec 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
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Page to Screen: - A Christmas Carol
Mon, Dec 30, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
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Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Rooms - Meeting Room AB
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Bilingual Storytime - Palm View Branch - La hora de los cuentos con Ms. Maria
Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Children's Area
Share bilingual stories, songs, rhymes and activities.
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
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McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.
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Sat, Jan 04, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.
Nature Series: Bloom into the New Year! - Discover the Health Benefits of Gardening
Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Auditorium
Join PA-C and Master Gardener Jennifer Hall as she shares the surprising health benefits of gardening!
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Mon, Jan 06, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.
Baby Storytime - infants 0-16 months
Tue, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room - Meeting Room A
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Wed, Jan 08, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.
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Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room B
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Thu, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
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MPL is hosting a monthly event that brings adults together to meet, watch, and discuss popular manga and anime titles! See you there!
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Fri, Jan 10, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Sat, Jan 11, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Mon, Jan 13, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.
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