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PV Book Club

The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi
2026-05-27 18:00:00 2026-05-27 19:30:00 America/Chicago PV Book Club Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)

Wednesday, May 27
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-27 18:00:00 2026-05-27 19:30:00 America/Chicago PV Book Club Join the Palm View Book Club to discuss the book of the month with light refreshments and engaging conversation. Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)

Palm View Branch Library

Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)

Join the Palm View Book Club to discuss the book of the month with light refreshments and engaging conversation.

In honor of Asian American & Pacific Islander Month, we will read The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi.  Registration Required

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

EVENT TYPE: | Book Club |

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Palm View Branch Library
Phone: 956-681-3110
Branch Manager
Esther G. Herrera Martinez, MPA, MPhil
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Mon, Apr 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Apr 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Apr 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Apr 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 01 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 02 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 03 Closed
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The Palm View Branch Library, located in south McAllen, has been serving the community since 2001. With a bilingual collection of books, media, and resources, it offers programs and services that inspire learning, literacy, and connection for all ages.

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