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Craft and Chat

2025-09-13 15:00:00 2025-09-13 17:00:00 America/Chicago Craft and Chat McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Conference Room B

Saturday, September 13
3:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-13 15:00:00 2025-09-13 17:00:00 America/Chicago Craft and Chat Join us this September for a chance to relax and get crafty through a series of different crafting activities, open to all skill levels! McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Conference Room B

Join us this September for a chance to relax and get crafty through a series of different crafting activities, open to all skill levels!

This month's featured activities include:

🖼️ Decorative Picture Frames | Saturday, September 13th 

🐸 Paper Molas | Saturday, September 27th 

Supplies will be provided while they last!

Attendees 18 and up are all welcomed ݁˖ ❀ ⋆｡˚⋆˙⟡

AGE GROUP: | Seniors (50+) | Adults (21+) | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Cultural |

TAGS: | #MPL | #CraftAndChat | #Craft |

McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center
Phone: 956-681-3000
Branch Manager
Kate P. Horan
Hours
Mon, Aug 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Aug 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 13 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 15 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 16 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 17 1:00PM to 9:00PM
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Toddler Time - with Miss Alyssa
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
DHR Health Talk
Thu, Aug 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
DHR Health Wellness Center invites adults to a health discussion on important health issues affecting our community.
Registration is now closed
Toddler Time - 16 months-4 years
Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Center - Meeting Rooms A & B
Join us for songs, stories, rhymes, social play, and activities. 16 months - 4 years old.
K-POP Club: Korean 101
Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Want to learn Korean? Get one step closer to being able to finally learn your favorite k-pop song with Seoul Screen Society!🇰🇷📝
Lark Book Club - ONE GOLDEN SUMMER
Thu, Aug 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lark Branch Library
"There's nothing better than reading a Fortune book by a body of water," --Us Weekly
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Fri, Aug 15, 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.
Healthy Bites Healthy Moves Nutriton Classes! - with Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
Fri, Aug 15, 10:00am - 11:30am
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Learn to eat healthier, stay active, save money & build better habits with The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program-includes food tasting samples while supplies last!
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Sat, Aug 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.
Teen Anime Club - Movie Showing!
Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen's Department
Teens and their families are invited to share in the story of a goldfish who escapes the ocean and her human friend with this special movie showing! Ramen will be provided while supplies last 🍜🐟✨
Adult Sculpting - August
Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lark Community Center - Art Room
Come have fun with clay at Lark Branch Library's Adult Sculpting Program!
Baby Storytime - infants 0-16 months
Sun, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.
Summer Of Art Series
Sun, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Join us for a fun afternoon of painting and artmaking! This seven part series encourages participants to engage with and explore the world of art-making. Registration required.
This event is full
Take & Make Crafts
Mon, Aug 18, All day
Lark Branch Library
Stop by Lark Branch Library for our Take and Make craft kits for kids. Available by the Circulation Desk while supplies last!
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Mon, Aug 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.
Crochet Club
Mon, Aug 18, 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.
Eating Healthy - RECIPE DEMONSTRATION
Tue, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Lean how to eat healthy!
Baby Storytime - infants 0-16 months
Tue, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.
Lark Knitting Group - LOOM KNITTING & CROCHETING
Tue, Aug 19, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for loom knitting and crocheting
Makerspace: DIY Backpack Charms
Tue, Aug 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Get crafty and show off your style with DIY backpack charms! Make your own pixelated art to carry around in school.
Unfolded Poetry Workshops
Tue, Aug 19, 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, Aug 20, 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 Tiny Canvas Painting - August
Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lark Community Center - Art Room
Have fun painting on tiny canvases!
In-B-Tween: Crochet 101
Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Calling all tweens! Join our crochet 101 for new projects. Share our supplies or bring your own!
Toddler Time - with Miss Alyssa
Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Empowering Communities - with Vitalant
Thu, Aug 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
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Color Crush! - with Oil Pastels
Thu, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Lark - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Get ready to crush it with color! Join us for a hands-on art session using oil pastels—blend, layer, and explore color like never before! 🌈🖌️
Teen Snack Kitchen
Thu, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B
Chop, mix, snack! Your after-school hangout just got tastier. Get ready to start your culinary journey and level up those life skills.🍴👩‍🍳
Diverse Voices Book Club
Thu, Aug 21, 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, Aug 22, 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.
Healthy Bites Healthy Moves Nutriton Classes! - with Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
Fri, Aug 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Learn to eat healthier, stay active, save money & build better habits with The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program-includes food tasting samples while supplies last!
Movie Afternoon
Fri, Aug 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Play Area
Join us for a relaxing movie afternoon in the play area.
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Sat, Aug 23, 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.
Mazes & Monsters
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A
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Texas Parks & Wildlife Read with a Ranger
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Lark Branch Library - Lark - Study Room B (Max 8 People)
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Sun, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Join us for a fun afternoon of painting and artmaking! This seven part series encourages participants to engage with and explore the world of art-making. Registration required.
This event is full
Book Launch Party
Sun, Aug 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Mon, Aug 25, 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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Mon, Aug 25, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
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Lark Knitting Group - LOOM KNTTING & CROCHETING
Tue, Aug 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
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Tutor.com Bingo
Tue, Aug 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Come unlock the secrets to academic success with Tutor.com! Discover how to transform your grades and make school a breeze. Don't miss out on the fun, the knowledge, and the chance to win cool prizes!
MPL Gaming Club
Tue, Aug 26, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Calling all adults to join us to play some board games, DnD and more!
Lark Sketching Class - STILL LIFE
Tue, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lark Community Center - Art Room
Spend an evening relaxing and brushing up on your art skills.
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Wed, Aug 27, 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.
Homeschool Art Zone!
Wed, Aug 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Lark - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
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Colorful Constructors
Wed, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Department
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Code & Create - For Children in 4th to 7th grade
Wed, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Ready to code and create? Join the Rogue Rangers, a local robotics team, for awesome hands-on robotics workshops, where you will learn the basics of coding and then get to build your very own robot.
This event is full
Coloring with Prismacolors
Wed, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lark Branch Library
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LIT4MOM - book club for moms
Thu, Aug 28, 9:30am - 10:30am
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
in collaboration with FIT4MOM McAllen
Community Blood Drive - with Vitalant
Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 2:30pm
Palm View Branch Library
Give the gift of life. Join us in supporting those in need through blood donations! Your donation can help save lives and make a lasting impact.
Toddler Time - with Miss Alyssa
Thu, Aug 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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
Thu, Aug 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Attention all Crafters! Come to the learn tips and tricks on different crafting techniques. Beginners to intermediate crafters welcome.
Intro to Artificial Intelligence
Thu, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lark Community Center - Green Jay
Come learn all about A.I. in this interactive lecture series.
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Fri, Aug 29, 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.
Healthy Bites Healthy Moves Nutriton Classes! - with Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
Fri, Aug 29, 10:00am - 11:30am
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Learn to eat healthier, stay active, save money & build better habits with The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program-includes food tasting samples while supplies last!
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Sat, Aug 30, 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.
Mazes & Monsters
Sat, Aug 30, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Who's ready for Mazes & Monsters? Prepare yourself for a wild adventure and never-ending fun! Dice will be available for attending players. Limited seating available 🧙‍♂️🎲✨
The Independents
Sun, Aug 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
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Sunday Cinema
Sun, Aug 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium
Hey teens! Come join us for a relaxing night while we enjoy a movie on the big screen.🎬
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Mon, Sep 01, 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.
Unfolded Poetry Workshops
Tue, Sep 02, 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, Sep 03, 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.
Tech Help 1-on-1: - Basic Library E-Services Assistance
Wed, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 1 (max 4 people)
1-on-1 assistance for patrons needing basic help with technology related to library services.
Tech Help 1-on-1: - Basic Library E-Services Assistance
Wed, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 1 (max 4 people)
1-on-1 assistance for patrons needing basic help with technology related to library services.
MPL Anime / Manga Club
Thu, Sep 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Conference Room A,Conference Room B
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, Sep 05, 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.
Healthy Bites Healthy Moves Nutriton Classes! - with Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 11:30am
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Learn to eat healthier, stay active, save money & build better habits with The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program-includes food tasting samples while supplies last!
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Sat, Sep 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.
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Mon, Sep 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.
MPL Gaming Club
Tue, Sep 09, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Calling all adults to join us to play some board games, DnD and more!
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Wed, Sep 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.
Tech Help 1-on-1: - Basic Library E-Services Assistance
Wed, Sep 10, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 1 (max 4 people)
1-on-1 assistance for patrons needing basic help with technology related to library services.
Tech Help 1-on-1: - Basic Library E-Services Assistance
Wed, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 1 (max 4 people)
1-on-1 assistance for patrons needing basic help with technology related to library services.
Code & Create - For Children in 4th to 7th grade
Wed, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Ready to code and create? Join the Rogue Rangers, a local robotics team, for awesome hands-on robotics workshops, where you will learn the basics of coding and then get to build your very own robot.
This event is full
Cancelled
Creative Work Sessions
Wed, Sep 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center
Join us for a productive hour of collaborative work sessions to foster creativity and share ideas with other writers featuring Poet Laureate Victoria Lopez.
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Fri, Sep 12, 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.
Healthy Bites Healthy Moves Nutriton Classes! - with Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
Fri, Sep 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Learn to eat healthier, stay active, save money & build better habits with The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program-includes food tasting samples while supplies last!
Assistance for Enrollment in Health Insurance with MHP Salud - By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125.
Sat, Sep 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.
Craft and Chat
Sat, Sep 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Conference Room B
Join us this September for a chance to relax and get crafty through a series of different crafting activities, open to all skill levels!
See all events