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Valley Roots Series: Border Contraband with George T. Diaz

2023-11-13 19:00:00 2023-11-13 20:00:00 America/Chicago Valley Roots Series: Border Contraband with George T. Diaz McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Auditorium

Monday, November 13
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-11-13 19:00:00 2023-11-13 20:00:00 America/Chicago Valley Roots Series: Border Contraband with George T. Diaz Smuggling across the U.S.-Mexico border, an often violent and criminal activity, has history stretching back to 1848. Dr. George Diaz will discuss this history based on his research for his book. McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Auditorium

Smuggling across the U.S.-Mexico border, an often violent and criminal activity, has history stretching back to 1848. Dr. George Diaz will discuss this history based on his research for his book.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors (50+) | Family (0-99) | Adults (16+) |

EVENT TYPE: | History |

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McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center

Phone: 956-681-3000
Branch Manager
Kate P. Horan

Hours
Mon, Oct 28 Closed
Tue, Oct 29 Closed
Wed, Oct 30 Closed
Thu, Oct 31 Closed
Fri, Nov 01 Closed
Sat, Nov 02 Closed
Sun, Nov 03 Closed

About the library

Upcoming events

Sun, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Join us for Snacks & Chat!🍪🧃Talk about your favorite books, or current reads. Unwind with fellow book lovers, chat, snack and enjoy the company of others!👧👦

Mon, Nov 04, 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.

Mon, Nov 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Join us for a cup of coffee and crocheting. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own materials.

Mon, Nov 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Hang out and polish your gaming skills! Play tournaments with our Nintendo Switch or bring your own console and play with friends.

Tue, Nov 05, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Electronic Classroom B
McAllen Public Library in collaboration with Region One is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes. Call 956-984-6274 to register.

Tue, Nov 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Children's Area
Share bilingual stories, songs, rhymes and activities.

Tue, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for loom knitting and crocheting

Tue, Nov 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Hey teens join us in celebration of Native American Heritage month by creating a decorative dream catcher.

Tue, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lark Community Center - Art Room
Discover how to paint fruit in watercolor

Wed, Nov 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.

Wed, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Esta serie de clases son para principiantes que quieren aprender computación. Las clases se llevan acabo en español y cubrirán diferentes temas cada semana.

Wed, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center
BASIC COMPUTER CLASS - Come join us and learn basic computer skills in this classroom setting. This class will be focused on the Google Chrome Browser.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a woven basket craft! A club hangout where we do fun activities and events for tweens, by tweens! Share your ideas with the library and meet new friends.

Wed, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Board Room
Join us for a productive hour of collaborative work sessions to foster creativity and share ideas with other writers featuring Poet Laureate Victoria Lopez.

Thu, Nov 07, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Electronic Classroom B
McAllen Public Library in collaboration with Region One is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes. Call 956-984-6274 to register.

Thu, Nov 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Join us for Golden Gamers Club! This month we will be a series of interactive memory games. Los invitamos a nuestros juegos para la edad de oro! Este mes habra juegos para estimular la memoria.

Thu, Nov 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
Teach your toddler with fun activities for ages 2- 5 years old

Thu, Nov 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - 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!

Fri, Nov 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.

Sat, Nov 09, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Library Study Area
Thinking about college yet? It’s never too early! Expert, Aimee Nunez M.Ed will provide valuable information for students in 6th to 8th grade in prepping for college as soon they enter 9th grade.

Sat, Nov 09, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Lark Community Center - Exercise Room
Enjoy a variety of board games and puzzles suitable for all ages and skill levels.

Sun, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Board Room
Step into a world where pages turn and minds expand!

Mon, Nov 11, 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.

Mon, Nov 11, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Bloodmobile under the Canopy - Bloodmobile under the Canopy
The Gift of Life. Blood Drives make a huge impact on the people of our community by donating blood.

Mon, Nov 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library
Let's unplug and play card and board games for an hour, so bring your friends and/or family. Hope to see you!

Mon, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Join us as local author Celia Thrash discusses her book "Code Name: Baker Catcher", a heartfelt memoir offering a personal glimpse into WWII through the eyes of Lt. Jack Westbrook.

Tue, Nov 12, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Electronic Classroom B
McAllen Public Library in collaboration with Region One is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes. Call 956-984-6274 to register.

Tue, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Children's Area
Share bilingual stories, songs, rhymes and activities.

Tue, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for loom knitting and crocheting

Tue, Nov 12, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Calling all Gamers!

Wed, Nov 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.

Wed, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Esta serie de clases son para principiantes que quieren aprender computación. Las clases se llevan acabo en español y cubrirán diferentes temas cada semana.

Wed, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center
BASIC COMPUTER CLASS - Come join us and learn basic computer skills in this classroom setting. This class will be focused on the Google Chrome Browser.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room
Embrace your inner artist 🖍🎨and showcase your unique talents as we come together to bring coloring pages to life!🖼 For ages 8-12.🤩

Thu, Nov 14, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Electronic Classroom B
McAllen Public Library in collaboration with Region One is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes. Call 956-984-6274 to register.

Thu, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Join WellMed as they bring us a series of presentations covering Health and Wellness. Information, activities and crafts related to the topic will be provided to seniors 60 and over in our community.

Thu, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
Teach your toddler with fun activities for ages 2- 5 years old

Thu, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lark Community Center - Green Jay
“A heartwarming novel to suit any mood.” — New York Times

Thu, Nov 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Conference Room B
Discuss and analyze this month's game selection and what their impact meant to you!

Fri, Nov 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.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Bookstore
Announcing the Pop Up Book Sale at the MPL Book Store!

Sat, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Auditorium
Embrace the Fall Season: Fall Gardening Tips with Ashley Gregory from Texas A&M AgriLife! Calling all green-thumbed enthusiasts and nature lovers!

Sat, Nov 16, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Lark Community Center - Celebration Hall
Join us for an afternoon of painting using acrylic paint in this hands-on program.

Sat, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB - Meeting Room AB
Join the Teen Advisory Committee🙍‍♂️🙍‍♀️ to share your suggestions for programs and events, YA books, and more all while earning community service hours.⭐

Sun, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Join us in celebrating Native American Heritage month. Enjoy a varity of spooky folklore🐺 stories and share your own!🗣🎤

Mon, Nov 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.

Mon, Nov 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Friends, come create together! Join us for a time filled with crafts and activities as we unravel our creativity.

Mon, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Facebook/YouTube - https: Facebook.com/MPLAdults/YouTube
Our painting will celebrate "Thanksgiving"

Mon, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Hang out and polish your gaming skills! Play tournaments with our Nintendo Switch or bring your own console and play with friends.

Tue, Nov 19, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Electronic Classroom B
McAllen Public Library in collaboration with Region One is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes. Call 956-984-6274 to register.

Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Children's Area
Share bilingual stories, songs, rhymes and activities.

Tue, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for loom knitting and crocheting

Tue, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Hey teens join us for hot Coco and zine making. Showcase your art skills by creating your own fall themed zine! For teens ages 6th – 12th grade.

Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lark Community Center - Art Room
Spend an evening relaxing and brushing up on your art skills.

Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Join us for a fun exploration of the red🛑 and green✅ flags in your life. Learn how to grow healthy relationships💐 at this interactive workshop. For Ages 11-18.

Tue, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Board Room
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.

Wed, Nov 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.

Wed, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Esta serie de clases son para principiantes que quieren aprender computación. Las clases se llevan acabo en español y cubrirán diferentes temas cada semana.

Thu, Nov 21, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Electronic Classroom B
McAllen Public Library in collaboration with Region One is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes. Call 956-984-6274 to register.

Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
Teach your toddler with fun activities for ages 2- 5 years old

Thu, Nov 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Back by popular demand, it's Book Sharing time! Bring your gently used books and trade them for other, new to you books!

Thu, Nov 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Join MPL's Diverse Voices Book Club! Enjoy a variety of literary works and meaningful discussion amongst peers!

Fri, Nov 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.

Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Auditorium
Poems celebrating everyday Texans

Sat, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB - Meeting Room AB
Teens, prepare for a day out-of-this-world!😎 Slip into a VR headset and play virtual games like never before.🌌

Sun, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Join us for a dreamy time✨. Stop by the Teen deptartment to make your own Dream Catcher😴 and enjoy some cookies🍪.

Mon, Nov 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.

Mon, Nov 25, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Book Club: "We Were Soldiers Once... and Young"

Mon, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
📣 Hey KPOP stans! Gather your besties and unleash your creativity at our bias bracelet-making afternoon! ✨ Let’s craft some stylish pieces while jamming to our favorite tunes. Don't miss out! 🎶💖

Mon, Nov 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Let's unplug and play card and board games for an hour, so bring your friends and/or family. Hope to see you!

Tue, Nov 26, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Electronic Classroom B
McAllen Public Library in collaboration with Region One is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes. Call 956-984-6274 to register.

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Children's Area
Share bilingual stories, songs, rhymes and activities.

Tue, Nov 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for loom knitting and crocheting

Tue, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Get ready for a feathery revolution! Join us for Turkey Bot Takeover🦃🏆, where technology meets tradition. Create your own turkey and use bots to battle⚔.

Tue, Nov 26, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Calling all Gamers!

Wed, Nov 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.

Fri, Nov 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.

Fri, Nov 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
🎲✨ Who's ready to roll the dice and unleash some friendly competition? Bring your A-game for an epic board game day full of strategizing and snacking. Let the games begin! 🃏

Mon, Dec 02, 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.

Tue, Dec 03, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Electronic Classroom B
McAllen Public Library in collaboration with Region One is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes. Call 956-984-6274 to register.

Tue, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Board Room
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.