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Holiday Book Swap
2025-12-21 17:00:00 2025-12-21 19:00:00 America/Chicago Holiday Book Swap Main Library - Meeting Rooms AB

Sunday, December 21
5:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-21 17:00:00 2025-12-21 19:00:00 America/Chicago Holiday Book Swap Celebrate the season of giving! Swap up to 5 gently used books for new reads and share the joy of reading. Main Library - Meeting Rooms AB

Main Library - Study Rooms

Meeting Rooms AB

Celebrate the season of giving! Swap up to 5 gently used books for new reads and share the joy of reading.

Celebrate the season of giving through the joy of reading at our Holiday Book Swap! Bring gently used books to exchange for new reads in a festive, community-centered event. Join us in supporting eco-friendly practices and giving books a second life. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Event |

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Main Library - Study Rooms
Phone: 956-681-3000
Branch Manager
Kate P. Horan
Hours
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Mon, Nov 17 9:00AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Nov 18 9:00AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Nov 19 9:00AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Nov 20 9:00AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Nov 21 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Nov 22 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Nov 23 1:00PM to 8:30PM
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About the library

The Main Library offers 14 Study Rooms that may be reserved up to 24 hours in advance at the Main Library (4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen, TX 78504) available for rental. It is a place where people and ideas meet and connect.

Terms and Conditions for Main Library Study Room Use:

  • Study rooms at the Main Library may be reserved 24 hours in advance.
  • You may reserve a maximum of 4 hours per day.
  • Main Library study rooms can accommodate up to 4 or 8 people. COVID-19 modification: study rooms can accommodate 1 or 2 people.
  • Covered beverages are permitted in the Study Rooms. Food of any kind is not permitted. 
  • Lights must be on at all times in the Study Rooms. If you have a special need for the lights to be dimmed, please inform staff.
  • Latecomers beyond 15 minutes will forfeit their reservation.
  • Breaks of up to 15 minutes are permitted. Please inform staff if you are taking a break from the Study Room.

Upcoming events

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Homschool Hangout
Fri, Nov 21, 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!
Connect to Tech / Conéctate con la tecnología - Module 5 - Internet Basics
Sat, Nov 22, 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
Thanksgiving Treats
Sat, Nov 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Children and their families are invited to make and eat Thanksgiving goodies. While supplies last.
TAC Meeting
Sat, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Join the Teen Advisory Committee to earn community service hours! Volunteer and help the library.⭐🙍‍♂️🙍‍♀️
Adult Sculpting - November
Sat, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lark Community Center - Art Room
Come have fun with clay at Lark Branch Library's Adult Sculpting Program!
Mazes & Monsters
Sat, Nov 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room
Prepare yourself for a wild adventure and never-ending fun! Dice and characters will be available. Limited seating available 🧙‍♂️🎲✨
Craft and Chat
Sat, Nov 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Conference Room B
Join us this November for a chance to relax and get crafty through a series of different crafting activities, open to all skill levels!
Baby Storytime - infants 0-16 months
Sun, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.
Fall Fun with McDonald's
Sun, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Celebrate Thanksgiving break with McDonald’s! Join us for games, prizes, and fun activities for tweens and teens at the library. For ages 8-18.
Painting with Ms. Dominique
Mon, Nov 24, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Palm View Branch Library
Whether you are a beginner or seasoned artist, get ready to explore your artistic side! Enjoy a fun afternoon of art and socializing.
A Beary Boba Friendsgiving
Mon, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Tweens & Teens get ready for a super sweet friendsgiving with Beary Boba! Grab a boba tea, coloring page and meet their mascot, Teddy.🧸🧋🖍️While supplies last.
Family Storytime
Mon, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes together with Ms. Sandra!
Homeschool Hangout - Texas Arbor Day!
Tue, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Palm View Branch Library
Calling all library explorers! Join Texas A&M Forest Service to learn about trees, plant life, and celebrate the season with fun nature activities.
Bilingual Storytime - Palm View Branch - La hora de los cuentos con Ms. Maria.
Tue, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for loom knitting and crocheting
Candle Making
Tue, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Set your imagination alight and discover the cozy craft of candle creation! Choose from a variety of essential oils, dyes, and decorations to design a signature candle. All materials are provided.🕯️✨
MPL Gaming Club
Tue, Nov 25, 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!
Reader's Theatre
Tue, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room B
Bring stories to life where reading meets acting—no memorization required! Join our Reader’s Theatre and let your words take center stage!
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.
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
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
Cancelled
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 - 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.
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 🐦
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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