Upcoming Events: Teens
Sat, Sep 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Join the Teen Advisory Committee to earn community service hours! Volunteer and help the library.⭐🙍‍♂️🙍‍♀️

Sun, Sep 07, All day
Children's Department - Children's Department
Stop by and color your very own pet rock!

Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Lark - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Join us for "Cre-Ate Your Plate," a hands-on program where families can work together to create delicious and healthy snacks. It's a fun way for children to get creative in the kitchen!

Tue, Sep 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Tuesday’s are for toddlers at the Lark Branch Library! Each week, we will be featuring a different activity for toddlers and families.

Wed, Sep 10, 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, and sensory exploration.

Wed, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Teens Space
Let's unplug with board games and cards! Invite your friends to join in on the fun.

Wed, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A
Who's ready for Mazes & Monsters? Prepare yourself for a wild adventure and never-ending fun! Dice will be available for attending players. Limited seating available 🧙‍♂️🎲✨

Thu, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Teen Social Space
📢Attention fellow craft lovers! Bring your besties or make new ones while we all scrap & yap stickers and collages galore! 📓✂️✏️

Sat, Sep 13, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Lark Community Center - Gymnasium
Join us for an afternoon celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Sat, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Join the Teen Advisory Committee to earn community service hours! Volunteer and help the library.⭐🙍‍♂️🙍‍♀️

Sun, Sep 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room A
Calling all coffee and book lovers ages 14 to 18! Join our book club! This month's pick is On the Wings of la Noche by Vanessa L. Torres📖☕

Mon, Sep 15, All day
Children's Department - Children's Department
Design your very own hat for Make a Hat Day!

Mon, Sep 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Connect with your child through the magic of reading! This program provides a curriculum for parent-led storytime, helping you foster a lifelong love of books and create lasting memories together.

Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Lark - Study Room B (Max 8 People)
Unleash your creativity as we paint colorful tiles inspired by alebrijes—the magical, whimsical creatures of Mexican folk art!

Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Tuesday’s are for toddlers at the Lark Branch Library! Each week, we will be featuring a different activity for toddlers and families.

Wed, Sep 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, and sensory exploration.

Wed, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Starbucks-La Plaza Mall
Visit our Pop-Up Library at Starbucks and sign up for your library card this month!

Wed, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with an exploration of traditional folk art.

Wed, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Celebrate the rich traditions of Hispanic Heritage Month with a fun-filled game of Lotería – a beloved Mexican game full of color, culture, and community.

Wed, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Teen Social Space
Teens, want to show your artistic talent? Create a bookmark showcasing your traditions and personal journey. Submit your art to our Youth Bookmark Contest for the chance to win! 🙌🎨

Thu, Sep 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View - Study Room A (Max 12 People),Palm View - Study Room B (Max 8 People)
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, enjoy a celebration of culture with loteria, musical entertainment, and much more!

Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby/Meeting Room AB
Meet talented RGV writers at our Local Author Showcase! Chat with authors, buy books, and support local voices. It’s the perfect chance to discover your next favorite read!

Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Lark - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Learn the basics of American Sign Language (ASL) and start creating new friendships in the Deaf community with special guest, Professor Rosemary Landa from UTRGV! No prior experience is needed. 🤟✨

Sat, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Prepare your college applications with professional educators! For students in 10th-12th grade.

Sun, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Teen Social Space
Come enjoy snacks and a book-to-screen movie with us! Bring your own blankets and PJs. While supplies last 🎬✨

Mon, Sep 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us at the Lark Branch Library for story time! Children and families are invited to listen to stories and get creative with fun craft activities. All ages are welcome.

Mon, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Embark on an animated journey through a land of wizards, elves, hobbits, and everything in-between with this double feature!  🧙🏻‍♂️🧝🏼

Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Teen Social Space
Join author Jonathan Solis to craft bead bracelets, get a signed copy of his book, and talk about the supernatural and mental health.⛺👻

Tue, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Tuesday’s are for toddlers at the Lark Branch Library! Each week, we will be featuring a different activity for toddlers and families.

Wed, Sep 24, 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, and sensory exploration.

Wed, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Lark - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Calling all homeschoolers! Unlock your creativity at the Homeschool Art Zone!

Wed, Sep 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Teens Space
Hang out and polish your gaming skills! Play tournaments with our Nintendo Switch or bring your own console and play with your friends.

Wed, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Children and Tweens are invited to channel their imagination and bring to life your very own work of art with Legos! All finished creations will be on display until the following program 🖼️🎨✨

Thu, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A
Challenge your skills to play the viral matching game with all your favorite Mexican candies and munch on conchas from La Concheria Café.🍬🎊 While supplies last.

Sat, Sep 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Experience this beautiful cultural festival through a day of storytelling, traditional games, and more with the help of special guest, Professor Mijin Oh-Villarreal from UTRGV! 🌕🐇🏮

Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Prepare your college applications with professional educators! For students in 10th-12th grade.

Sun, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Prepare for a cosmic trip into Astronomy and reveal secrets behind stars and their relationship to mythological heroes and beasts, all while making constellation art. 🌑🌌

Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Children's Program Room
Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes together with Miss Sandra!

Tue, Sep 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Palm View Park
Calling all library explorers! Join the McAllen Fire Department for outdoor fun and learn about fire safety through interactive activities. Open to children of all ages.

Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Center at McAllen Public Library - Teen Social Space
¿Tienes buena suerte? Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by testing your luck with some rounds of Lotería and a chance to win some cool prizes!✨

Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for a fun twist on the classic Mexican game of chance—Lotería!