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DIY Mother's Day Cards
2025-05-07 18:00:00 2025-05-07 20:00:00 America/Chicago DIY Mother's Day Cards Lark Branch Library -

Wednesday, May 07
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-07 18:00:00 2025-05-07 20:00:00 America/Chicago DIY Mother's Day Cards Come make cards to celebrate Mom for her special day. Materials will be provided. Families are invited. Lark Branch Library -

Come make cards to celebrate Mom for her special day. Materials will be provided. Families are invited.

AGE GROUP: | Adults (16+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Cultural |

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Lark Branch Library
Phone: 956-681-3100
Branch Manager
Edward Reyna
Hours
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Mon, Nov 24 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 25 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 26 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Nov 27 Closed
(Holiday Closing)
Fri, Nov 28 Closed
(Holiday Closing)
Sat, Nov 29 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 30 Closed
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From painting to sculpture, tweens will explore different art forms, discover new skills, and express themselves in fun, hands-on projects!

Upcoming events

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Cozy Sips & Coloring
Fri, Nov 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Social Space
Sip chai tea, color, and vibe to some autumn tunes. Join us for a relaxing escape as you unwind and connect with other teens for a cozy afternoon! While supplies last.
Switch It Up!
Sat, Nov 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Discover all of the games the library has to offer while you cheer each other on or compete in friendly competition. From races to battles, it’s all about fun with friends! 🎮👾
Switch It Up!
Sat, Nov 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Discover all of the games the library has to offer while you cheer each other on or compete in friendly competition. From races to battles, it’s all about fun with friends! 🎮👾
The Independents - ages 6-10 years
Sun, Nov 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Activities that will make you go oooh, yay, eeek and more. Ages 6-10
Crochet Club
Mon, Dec 01, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Reference Department
Calling all crafters! Join our monthly Crochet Club for fun cozy projects for adults of all skill levels.
Bilingual Storytime -Palm View Branch - La hora de los cuentos con Ms. Maria
Tue, Dec 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Children's Area
Bilingual Storytime. Share bilingual stories, songs, rhymes and activities.
Baby Storytime - infants 0-16 months
Tue, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.
Lark Knitting Group - LOOM KNITTING & CROCHETING
Tue, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for loom knitting and crocheting
Lark Sketching Class - STILL LIFE
Tue, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Spend an evening relaxing and brushing up on your art skills.
Unfolded Poetry Workshops
Tue, Dec 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Meeting Room AB
Join us for a series of poetry workshop designed to nurture your poetic spirit presented by Poet Laureate Victoria Lopez and our local community poets.
Sensory Storytime
Wed, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for an inclusive storytime full of interactive songs, stories, rhymes, and sensory exploration.
The Nutcracker Storytime
Wed, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
RGV Ballet brings The Nutcracker to life with a magical storytime, craft, and dance perfect for little holiday dreamers.
Toddler Time - with Miss Alyssa
Thu, Dec 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Children's Area
An interactive storytime for caregivers and toddlers to have fun and encourage early literacy through books, songs, finger plays, and body movement.
Health Talk - Understanding Respiratory Viruses
Thu, Dec 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Hidalgo County Health & Human Services will teach us about respiratory illnesses such as the Flu, RSV, and COVID-19, their symptoms and how they spread
MPL Anime / Manga Club
Thu, Dec 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Board Room
MPL is hosting a monthly event that brings adults together to meet, watch, and discuss popular manga and anime titles! See you there!
Homschool Hangout
Fri, Dec 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for arts & crafts, games and prizes, and fun with homeschoolers just like you!
Gamers Unplugged - PV Teens
Fri, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Teens Space
Let's unplug with board games and cards! Invite your friends to join in on the fun!
Connect to Tech / Conéctate con la tecnología - Module 6 - Cybersecurity
Sat, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Join us for a 7-week digital literacy courses! Whether you are a beginner or looking to refresh you skills, these courses will cover essential topics. Sign up today and gain the skills you need.
This event is full
Tween Takeover
Sat, Dec 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library
‘Tis the season to get crafty! Tweens, come create dazzling DIY Christmas ornaments and add a little sparkle to your holiday! *While Supplies Last. For Ages 8-12 only.
TAC Meeting
Sat, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room
Join the Teen Advisory Committee to earn community service hours! Volunteer and help the library.⭐🙍‍♂️🙍‍♀️
Christmas Ornament Wreath - HOLIDAY CRAFT
Sat, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for making this fun Christmas craft!
Mazes & Monsters
Sat, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Board Room
Prepare yourself for a wild adventure and never-ending fun! Dice and characters will be available. Limited seating available 🧙‍♂️🎲✨
Baby Storytime - infants 0-16 months
Sun, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.
Cocoa & Cookie Creations
Sun, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Department
Dive into the holiday spirit with us for a merry mix of hot cocoa sipping and cookie decorating fun! While supplies last. ☕🍪☃
Sew & Quilt 101
Mon, Dec 08, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People),Palm View - Study Room B (Max 8 People)
Unleash your creativity and learn a new skill! Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild will offer free beginner sewing and quilting classes for adults.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Book Fair - AT LARK LIBRARY
Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Buy 3, get 1 free
Homeschool Hangout - Holidays Around the World
Tue, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Palm View Branch Library
Calling all library explorers! Come learn about different holiday festivities celebrated by our diverse community. Enjoy fun activities and more! Families and children of all ages are welcome.
Bilingual Storytime -Palm View Branch - La hora de los cuentos con Ms. Maria
Tue, Dec 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Children's Area
Bilingual Storytime. Share bilingual stories, songs, rhymes and activities.
Baby Storytime - infants 0-16 months
Tue, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.
Lark Knitting Group - LOOM KNITTING & CROCHETING
Tue, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for loom knitting and crocheting
MPL Gaming Club
Tue, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Meeting Room AB
Calling all adults to join us to play some board games, DnD and more!
Cozy Up with Self-Care
Tue, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Department
Take a break from studying! Relax with the local organization, Each Day in Gratitude Counseling & Wellbeing Services, for a craft and snacks.💌 Supplies will be provided.
Sunset Landscapes and Carols - SPECIAL PAINTING CLASS
Tue, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for a special evening of painting and carols!
Book Fair - AT LARK LIBRARY
Wed, Dec 10, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Buy 3, get 1 free
Nerf Night
Wed, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Ready to Nerf and turf? Grab your game face, your battle spirit, and get silly with us for an hour of Nerf-powered shenanigans! 🙌🙃
In-B-Tween Club - Trading Card Night
Wed, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Palm View Branch Library
Get ready to enter the world of the Pokémon Trading Card Game! Learn basics, practice gameplay, and trade cards with fellow fans. Bring your cards—or just your enthusiasm—and catch ’em all together!
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Creative Work Sessions
Wed, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library
Join us for a productive hour of collaborative work sessions to foster creativity and share ideas with other writers featuring Poet Laureate Victoria Lopez.
Toddler Time - with Miss Alyssa
Thu, Dec 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Children's Area
An interactive storytime for caregivers and toddlers to have fun and encourage early literacy through books, songs, finger plays, and body movement.
DIY CRAFTY CORNER @ PALM VIEW - Gift Wrapping
Thu, Dec 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Attention all Crafters! Come learn tips and tricks on different crafting techniques. Beginners to intermediate crafters welcome.
Toddler Time - 16 months-4 years
Thu, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Join Toddler Time for interactive activities with your young ones like singing, storytelling, and rhymes.
Makerspace : Blizzard Bookmarks
Thu, Dec 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Escape the winter chill and join us for a fun, creative session where you can design and make your own unique bookmarks to go with your next great read.
Lark Book Club - AROUND THE WORLD IN EIGHTY DAYS BY JULES VERNE
Thu, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Classic Jules Verne! It's got everything in it - suspense, action, romance, travel, humor. Just read it. It's fantastic!
A Very Vintage Christmas
Fri, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Step into this winter wonderland from another time & create vintage Christmas crafts!
Connect to Tech / Conéctate con la tecnología - Module 7 - Videoconferencing
Sat, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Join us for a 7-week digital literacy courses! Whether you are a beginner or looking to refresh you skills, these courses will cover essential topics. Sign up today and gain the skills you need.
This event is full
Nature Series - Specialty Birds of the Rio Grande Valley - with Texas Master Naturalist Jim Gerry
Sat, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Auditorium
Discover the unique specialty birds of the Rio Grande Valley in this engaging presentation for by Texas Master Naturalist Jim Gerry 🐦
Sunday Book Club
Sun, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Board Room
Join our Sunday Book Club to explore great reads and enjoy thoughtful conversations. Perfect for book lovers looking to connect!
Baby Storytime - infants 0-16 months
Sun, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.
Painting with Miss Dominique
Mon, Dec 15, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Whether you are a beginner or seasoned artist, get ready to explore your artistic side! Enjoy a fun afternoon of art and socializing. Registration required.
Quilting Circle - AT LARK LIBRARY
Mon, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join our quilting circle!
Lark Virtual Painting Class - "CHRISTMAS'
Mon, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Facebook/YouTube - https: Facebook.com/MPLAdults/YouTube
Our theme will be "Christmas"
My First Book Club
Mon, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Dive into the adventures of Narnia with this months pick: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis For ages 8-12
Bilingual Storytime -Palm View Branch - La hora de los cuentos con Ms. Maria
Tue, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Children's Area
Bilingual Storytime. Share bilingual stories, songs, rhymes and activities.
Baby Storytime - infants 0-16 months
Tue, Dec 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.
Lark Knitting Group - LOOM KNITTING & CROCHETING
Tue, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for loom knitting and crocheting.
Unfolded Poetry Workshops
Tue, Dec 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Meeting Room AB
Join us for a series of poetry workshop designed to nurture your poetic spirit presented by Poet Laureate Victoria Lopez and our local community poets.
Sensory Storytime
Wed, Dec 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for an inclusive storytime full of interactive songs, stories, rhymes, and sensory exploration.
Penny Pinchers
Wed, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Have fun planning a Christmas party on a budget—full of cheer, creativity, and kid-friendly holiday magic!
Stay & Create - Marshmallow Snowflakes
Wed, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room B (Max 8 People)
‘Tis the Season! Cozy up with a fun STEM activity with marshmallows and enjoy your yummy creations with hot cocoa! While supplies lasts. Open to children of all ages.
Toddler Time - with Miss Alyssa
Thu, Dec 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Children's Area
An interactive storytime for caregivers and toddlers to have fun and encourage early literacy through books, songs, finger plays, and body movement.
DIY CRAFTY CORNER @ PALM VIEW - Winter Wreath
Thu, Dec 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Attention all Crafters! Come learn tips and tricks on different crafting techniques. Beginners to intermediate crafters welcome.
Toddler Time - 16 months-4 years
Thu, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Join Toddler Time for interactive activities with your young ones like singing, storytelling, and rhymes.
Cocoa & Cinema
Thu, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Grab your friends and join us at the library for a cozy evening cinema and hot cocoa. Visit the Teens Department to vote for your top pick Dec 1-17! For teens in 6th to 12th graders.
Lark Book Club Movie - WORLD ADVENTURE
Thu, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Lark Community Center - Kiskadee
Movie will be this month's book selection.
Crochet Coasters
Thu, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Department
Snuggle up for a night where cozy vibes meet crafty hands. Learn to crochet a coaster, just in time for warm drink season. Perfect for beginners! Supplies will be provided. 🧶☕🎄
Diverse Voices Book Club!
Thu, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Conference Room A
Join MPL's Diverse Voices Book Club! Discover great reads and share meaningful conversations with friendly faces in a welcoming space!
Level Up! Club
Fri, Dec 19, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Palm View - Teens Space
Hang out and polish your gaming skills! Play tournaments with our Nintendo Switch or bring your own console and play with your friends.
TAC Meeting
Sat, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Join the Teen Advisory Committee to earn community service hours! Volunteer and help the library.⭐🙍‍♂️🙍‍♀️
Craft and Chat: Winter Wonderland
Sat, Dec 20, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Conference Room A
Join us this December for a chance to relax and celebrate the holidays with a festive activity!
This event is full
Mazes & Monsters
Sat, Dec 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room B
Prepare yourself for a wild adventure and never-ending fun! Dice and characters will be available. Limited seating available 🧙‍♂️🎲✨
Baby Storytime - infants 0-16 months
Sun, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Meeting Room AB
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.
Holiday Book Swap
Sun, Dec 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Rooms AB
Celebrate the season of giving! Swap up to 5 gently used books for new reads and share the joy of reading.
DIY Holiday - Cards & Gift Tags
Mon, Dec 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teen Department
Time to get crafty, teens! Bring your creativity, friends and holiday spirit to design unique cards and gift tags for the upcoming holidays. Supplies will be provided.☃️🖍️✂️
3D Print & Paint - Holiday Edition
Tue, Dec 23, 1:00am - 2:00pm
Teen Department
Choose a 3D printed design then bring it to life with paint. Decorate some holiday ornaments into new color schemes! Supplies will be provided.⛄🎨
Toddler Playdate - At Palm View Branch
Tue, Dec 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Children's Area
Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to enjoy our Play Space. For children 0 – 5 years old.
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