Upcoming Events: Teens
Sat, Jul 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Calling all Lego fans!

Sun, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room B
Calling all coffee and book lovers ages 15 to 18! Join our book club! This month's pick is All Better Now by Neal Shusterman📖☕

Mon, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lark Branch Library
Special guests and surprise activities make Mondays at Lark so much fun!

Mon, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Fairy kings and queens are invited to be enchanted by this kids adaptation of A Midsummer Night's Dream - flower crowns included!

Mon, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Palm View Branch Library
Calling all tweens! Are you ready to get hooked? Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly intro to crochet just for tweens!

Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Hang out and chat about mental health — just for teens!

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
¡Vámonos! Get ready to explore the rich culture, vibrant traditions, and colorful spirit of Mexico!

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Help us clean the Main Library! Earn 3 volunteer hours and get involved with the community

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Families and friends, come create together! Join us for an afternoon filled with crafts and activities for the whole family!

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lark Branch Library
Join us at the Lark Branch Library for mornings filled with fun, jokes, riddles, and activities for children and families!

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Join us for an inclusive storytime full of interactive songs, stories, rhymes, and sensory exploration.

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Palm View Branch Library
Join us and the Museum of South Texas History for a magical 1-hour puppet show!

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People),Study Room B (Max 8 People)
Join us for Skincare 101, a teen-friendly session where you’ll learn how to take care of your skin, understand your skin type, and build a simple routine that works for you!

Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Join us for Our Texas, Our Future, a family-friendly short film series on Texas wildlife with crafts and fun activities for all ages!

Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Palm View Branch Library
Get ready to unleash your ROAR—Jurassic RGV is back!

Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lark Branch Library
Thursdays are filled with excitement and fun here at Lark! Featuring stories, crafts, and extra special events.

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Palm View - Teens Space
Teens are welcome to sketch, draw, and relax in a friendly environment. Supplies are available in a variety of mediums and materials.

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Let’s get real about periods—in a safe, supportive space!

Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Mold your favorite characters into clay masterpieces!🧱

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Join us for a paw-some Storytime with Sir Buddy Miles, where tails will wag and smiles will be seen all over. Space is limited.

Sun, Jul 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Take a break and indulge in self-care in a peaceful, nurturing environment. ✌

Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lark Branch Library
Special guests and surprise activities make Mondays at Lark so much fun!

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Calling all island representatives and creative minds! Learn simple techniques to model and shape your favorite Animal Crossing characters using air dry clay! Leave with your own handmade villager! 🍃

Mon, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Hang out and chat about mental health — just for teens!

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People),Study Room B (Max 8 People)
Every Tuesday in June at Lark Branch: crafts and fun for tweens!

Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Healthily dance your heart out.💃🕺

Wed, Jul 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lark Branch Library
Join us at the Lark Branch Library for mornings filled with fun, jokes, riddles, and activities for children and families!

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Join us for an inclusive storytime full of interactive songs, stories, rhymes, and sensory exploration.

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Gather 'round as we share eerie tales, ghostly legends, and creepy campfire-style stories that will send shivers down your spine!

Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lark Branch Library
Thursdays are filled with excitement and fun here at Lark! Featuring stories, crafts, and extra special events.

Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Stickers, collages, & chill vibes👩‍🎨

Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Use simple ingredients and scientific principles to engineer your very own homemade ice cream! Satisfy your curiosity (and sweet tooth) with the coolest science experiment you'll do all season! 🍨🧪

Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Whether you're into Hearts, Fluxx, or even TCGs like Pokémon and One Piece, there's a seat at the table for you. Learn something new, teach a favorite, or just enjoy good company over a friendly game.

Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Create your own hair mask from supplies at home!💇‍♀️💇‍♂️

Mon, Jul 21, All day
Lark Branch Library
On the go? No problem!

Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
The only thing "cruel" about this storytime is that it has to end! Little Swifties are invited to Shake it Off with these Taylor Swift inspired stories, activities, and songs.

Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Join us for an inclusive storytime full of interactive songs, stories, rhymes, and sensory exploration.

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Try a new board game or play an old favorite...

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Families are invited to the Super Smash Summer Bash finale celebration at the Lark Branch Library! Wind down with epic rounds of Super Smash Bros. for teens and adults, and Mario Kart for the kids!

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Learn the effects of alcohol and drugs in a fun interactive simulation with Texas A&M. Play games, quizzes, and obstacle courses! 🎮🥽

Fri, Jul 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Auditorium
Join us for an educational Gator Talk with the South Padre Island Birding Center, and learn all about their Alligator Sanctuary, gator biology, and more!

Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes together with Ms. Sandra!

Wed, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Join us for an inclusive storytime full of interactive songs, stories, rhymes, and sensory exploration.