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(Cruel) Summer Storytime

2025-07-21 14:00:00 2025-07-21 15:00:00 America/Chicago (Cruel) Summer Storytime McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room

Monday, July 21
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-21 14:00:00 2025-07-21 15:00:00 America/Chicago (Cruel) Summer Storytime The only thing "cruel" about this storytime is that it has to end! Little Swifties are invited to Shake it Off with these Taylor Swift inspired stories, activities, and songs. McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room

McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center

Children's Program Room

The only thing "cruel" about this storytime is that it has to end! Little Swifties are invited to Shake it Off with these Taylor Swift inspired stories, activities, and songs.

AGE GROUP: | Family (0-99) | Children (0-11) |

EVENT TYPE: | Story Time | Music | Arts & Cultural |

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McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center
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Fri, Jul 04, 9:00am - 6:00pm
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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 - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
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Join us in our department every Friday this SRC for color-pop fun, creative inspiration, and endless possibilities!
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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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Sun, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.
Spa Day
Sun, Jul 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Take a break and indulge in self-care in a peaceful, nurturing environment. ✌
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Mon, Jul 14, 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.
Mystery Monday
Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lark Branch Library
Special guests and surprise activities make Mondays at Lark so much fun!
Painting - With Mrs. Susie
Mon, Jul 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned artist, get ready to explore your artistic side, relax, and enjoy a fun summer of painting and socializing.
This event is full
Mini Nook Sculpt Studio
Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Calling all island representatives and creative minds! Learn simple techniques to model and shape your favorite Animal Crossing characters using air dry clay! Leave with your own handmade villager! 🍃
My First Book Club
Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Check off a Summer Reading Challenge and dive into the mystery of "The Mysterious Benedict Society!" For tweens ages 8-12 years old.
Teen Talk Space
Mon, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Hang out and chat about mental health — just for teens!
Tween Tuesday!
Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People),Study Room B (Max 8 People)
Every Tuesday in June at Lark Branch: crafts and fun for tweens!
Lark Knitting Group - LOOM KNITTING & CROCHETING
Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for loom knitting and crocheting
Teen Zumba
Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Healthily dance your heart out.💃🕺
Unfolded Poetry Workshops
Tue, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - 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.
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Wed, Jul 16, 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.
Wacky Wednesday
Wed, Jul 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lark Branch Library
Join us at the Lark Branch Library for mornings filled with fun, jokes, riddles, and activities for children and families!
Spooky Stories!
Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Gather 'round as we share eerie tales, ghostly legends, and creepy campfire-style stories that will send shivers down your spine!
Sensory Storytime
Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Join us for an inclusive storytime full of interactive songs, stories, rhymes, and sensory exploration.
Thurs-Yay!
Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lark Branch Library
Thursdays are filled with excitement and fun here at Lark! Featuring stories, crafts, and extra special events.
Toddler Time - 16 months-4 years
Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Center - Meeting Room A & B
Join us for Songs, Storytime, Nursery Rhymes, social play, and activities. 16 months - 4 years old
An Afternoon Movie - Something Nostalgic
Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Room A
Join us for a fun movie
Oh Scrap!
Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Stickers, collages, & chill vibes👩‍🎨
Diverse Voices Book Club
Thu, Jul 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Conference Room A
Join MPL's Diverse Voices Book Club! Enjoy a variety of literary works and meaningful discussion amongst peers!
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Fri, Jul 18, 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.
ART FRIDAY - SUMMER READING CHALENGE
Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
PALM VIEW BRANCH LIBRARY - CHILDRENS AREA
Join us in our department every Friday this SRC for color-pop fun, creative inspiration, and endless possibilities!
Tweens: Sweet Science!
Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Use simple ingredients and scientific principles to engineer your very own homemade ice cream! Satisfy your curiosity (and sweet tooth) with the coolest science experiment you'll do all season! 🍨🧪
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Sat, Jul 19, 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.
Adult Sculpting - July
Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lark Community Center - Art Room
Come have fun with clay at Lark Branch Library's Adult Sculpting Program!
All Hand On Deck: - Card Game Night!
Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Whether you're into Hearts, Fluxx, or even TCGs like Pokémon and One Piece, there's a seat at the table for you. Learn something new, teach a favorite, or just enjoy good company over a friendly game.
Hair 101: DIY Hair Mask
Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Create your own hair mask from supplies at home!💇‍♀️💇‍♂️
Dash & Craft!
Mon, Jul 21, All day
Lark Branch Library
On the go? No problem!
Take & Make Crafts
Mon, Jul 21, All day
Lark Branch Library
Stop by the Lark Branch Library for our Take & Make craft kits for kids! Available at the circulation desk while supplies last.
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Mon, Jul 21, 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.
(Cruel) Summer Storytime
Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
The only thing "cruel" about this storytime is that it has to end! Little Swifties are invited to Shake it Off with these Taylor Swift inspired stories, activities, and songs.
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