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We have lots going on this month!
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April is shaping up to be one of our busiest months yet this year, packed with exciting events for all ages. We're especially happy to present our Día de los Niños celebration on Sunday, April 27 from 5:00-7:00PM where, for the first time ever, lucha libre will take center stage at Main Library. It's a can't miss moment that highlights our continued celebration of culture, literacy, and family fun.
Our 10th annual Amnesty Month will run from April 1 through May 4, aligning perfectly with the most galactic of days - Star Wars Day. During Amnesty Month, return any overdue item to any MPL location and have late fines removed from your account. You can also enjoy Star Wars themed photo ops at Main Library that will transport you to a galaxy not so far away. Then, on Sunday, May the 4th from 2:00-5:00PM, we'll host a family-friendly afternoon at Main Library with crafts, activities, and appearances by favorite Star Wars characters.
Finally, I want to thank all of our patrons for your patience and feedback during our database migration. After a trial run with the new company, we have decided that it did not meet our standards of patron access and usability, and we therefore decided to return to our former provider, TLC, which we have been using since 2009. We are currently working on re-migrating all of our data back to our former catalog. Our estimated go-live with TLC is mid- to late May. Keep an eye out for the change to take place on our website, www.mcallenlibrary.net, and our Facebook page.
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SAVE THE DATE!
| Families are invited to celebrate the 10th annual Día de los Niños / Día de los Libros on Sunday, April 27, from 5-7PM at Main Library. This year’s theme, “Champions Read,” honors young readers and brings together the joy of books and the excitement of lucha libre in a fun-filled evening for the entire family. Patrons can expect storytimes featuring local authors, free books for every child and teen, and fiery lucha libre matches by the Texas Wrestling League. We hope to see you there!
For more information visit our website at https://mcallenlibrary.net/events/dia/ |
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Who is your favorite author? And why?
My favorite author is Rubén Degollado, who’s actually from right here in our own backyard—the RGV! What I really enjoy about his writing is the way he gives voice to so many different characters while making our region feel like a character of its own. His stories are thought-provoking, but also full of moments that genuinely make me laugh out loud.
Who has made a positive difference in your life recently? My nephews and my father. I recently went through some health issues, and they were incredibly supportive throughout the whole experience. I’m so grateful for everything they did to help me through it. |
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| Going On Now at MPL! |
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| MPL Kids Program Highlights |
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Main Library
| Petit
Poetry Wed. April 2
All Day | |
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An Eggcellent
Storytime
Sat. April 12 2:00PM | |
Parent
Perks Wed. April 30
10:00AM |
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Lark Branch |
Once Upon A Time at Lark Mondays, April. 7, 14, & 21
11:00AM | | Creative Mornings
Wednesdays, April 9 & 23 11:00AM | |
Bunny Hop
Egg-stravaganza Wed. April 16
6:00PM |
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Palm View Branch
| La hora de los cuentos Bilingual Storytime Every Tuesday
11:00AM | | Spring
Fling Wed. April 9 5:00PM - 7:00PM | |
In-B-Tween Club: Lego Hangout Wed. April 23
6:00PM |
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MPL Teens Program Highlights
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Main Library
| Sensory-Friendly
Craft Night Sun. April 6
6:00PM | | Teen
Volunteer Day Sat. April 12 2:00 - 5:00PM | |
Poetry
Awards Ceremony Sat. April 26
3:00PM |
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Lark Branch |
Book
Spine Poetry Tue. April 8
5:00PM | | Teen
Anime Club Sat. April 12 1:00PM | |
Recycle
Vinyl Painting Tue. April 22
6:00PM |
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Palm View Branch
| Sketch Night Wed. April 2 4:30PM |
| Makerspace:
Boba & Poetry Slam
Wed. April 16 4:30PM | |
Study
101 Sat. April 26
2:00PM | |
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MPL Adult Program Highlights
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Main Library
| Indie Lens Pop Up "Matter of The Mind: My Alzheimer's"
Sun. April 6 2:00PM | |
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Unfolded Poetry Tue. April 15
7:00PM | | Diverse Voices
Book Club Thu. April 17 6:30PM |
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Lark Branch |
Knitting
Group Every Tuesday
2:00PM | | Lark
Book Club Thu. April 10 6:30PM | |
Build
& Bond Sat. April 12
3:00PM |
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Palm View Branch
| DIY Crafty Corner Thu. April 10 12:00PM |
| Crochet Club: Community Blanket Tue. April 22
11:00AM | | DHR Health
Talk
Thu. April 12 12:00PM |
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Explore National Arab American Heritage Month through our Reference Collection!
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| Encyclopedia of embroidery
from the Arab world | By Gillian Vogelsang-Eastwood |
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| Atlas of the Islamic World since 1500 | By Francis Robinson |
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Library e-Resource of The Month
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McAllen Public Library
4001 N. 23rd St. McAllen, TX 78504 PH: 956.681.3000 |
Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:00AM - 9:00PM
Friday - Saturday 9:00AM - 6:00PM Sunday
1:00PM - 9:00PM |
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Lark Branch
2601 Lark Ave. McAllen, TX 78504 PH: 956.681.3100 |
Hours: Monday - Thursday 10:00AM - 9:00PM
Friday - Saturday 10:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday
1:00PM - 9:00PM |
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Palm View Branch
3401 Jordan Rd. W. McAllen, TX 78503 PH: 956.681.3110 |
Hours: Monday - Thursday 10:00AM - 9:00PM
Friday - Saturday 10:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday
1:00PM - 9:00PM |
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Melissa Kobayashi |
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