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My First Book Club
2025-12-15 17:00:00 2025-12-15 18:00:00 America/Chicago My First Book Club Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room

Monday, December 15
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-15 17:00:00 2025-12-15 18:00:00 America/Chicago My First Book Club 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 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

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Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library
Phone: 956-681-3000
Branch Manager
Kate P. Horan
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Mon, Nov 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
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Wed, Nov 19 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Nov 20 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 21 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 22 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 23 1:00PM to 9:00PM
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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.
Registration is now closed
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!
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!
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 🧙‍♂️🎲✨
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.
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.
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!
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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 - 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.
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 🐦
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.
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
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!
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!
This event is full
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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