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We have lots going on this month!
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Save the Date: Community Health Fair
| We’re excited to invite you and your family to McAllen Public Library’s free Community Health Fair on Saturday, August 2, from 10:00AM-1:00PM at the Main Library. It’s a great chance to check out local health resources and take some fun steps toward feeling your best.
There will be free health screenings, lots of local organizations to meet, and plenty of useful wellness tips. Plus, we’re hosting a blood donation drive—an easy way to give back.
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Kids can have fun with a health-themed scavenger hunt, teens can get moving with Just Dance, and adults can explore helpful services and get inspired to live healthier.
We’d love to see you there for a fun, healthy day with the whole community! |
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Calling All Young Artists!
| Calling all young artists ages 5–18! McAllen Public Library is excited to invite you to join this year’s Bookmark Art Contest, inspired by the theme “Celebrate Our Roots & Stories.” This is your chance to express your cultural heritage, family traditions, or personal journey through your own original artwork.
The contest opens on Monday, July 14, and you have until Friday, October 3 at 5:00 PM to submit your masterpiece at any McAllen Public Library location. Just make sure your artwork fits within the bookmark space and is completely original—no copyrighted characters or logos.
Artists will be judged in three age groups: 5–8, 9–13, and 14–18. It’s a wonderful opportunity for kids and teens to share their stories, celebrate their roots, and shine creatively. We can’t wait to see your art bring your heritage to life!
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Customize Your Libby Experience
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As your digital library keeps expanding, why shouldn’t you have more control over it? That’s why we’re so thrilled to introduce Content Controls in Libby -- a fun new way to make your app feel just right for you. Sharing a device with little ones? Prefer skipping certain covers or genres? Content Controls lets you pick and choose exactly what shows up—from cover images to the titles you can borrow -- so every tap feels tailored to your tastes. At McAllen Public Library, we’re all about making text reading safe, joyful, and totally accessible. Whether you’re hunting down bedtime tales, exploring educational gems, or letting your child discover books independently, Content Controls is here to give you confidence and peace of mind. Enjoy curating your very own library experience!
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What do you enjoy most about being on the Library Advisory Board?
My favorite part about being on the McAllen library Advisory Board is getting the privilege to support a resource that touches so many lives. Our library provides an essential hub for lifelong learning for all and it has been a blessing to be a part of. |
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What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
Do what is right, not necessarily what is popular.
What book are you currently reading/listening to?
Atomic Habits by James Clear |
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What is your favorite book genre? And why?
Science Fiction. I love being able to go to another world and envision myself living in it.
What book are you currently reading?
I have been reading the Game of Thrones series for the first time
What do you enjoy most about working at a library?
The people I work with will always make this place the most special for me |
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| Going On Now at MPL! |
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| MPL Kids Program Highlights |
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Main Library
| Sensory
Storytime Every Wednesday
11:00AM | |
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Storytime with Miles
the Therapy Dog
Friday, July11 11:00AM | |
Mini Ren Faire Friday, July 18 10:00AM |
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Lark Branch |
Mystery Mondays Mondays, July 7 & 14
10:00AM | | Wacky
Wednesdays Wednesday, July 9 & 16 10:00AM | |
Thurs-yay! Thursday, July 10 & 17 10:00AM |
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Palm View Branch
| La hora de los cuentos Bilingual Storytime Tuesday, July 1
11:00AM | | Wow Wednesday
Jurrasic RGV
Wednesday, July 2 6:00PM-8:00PM | |
Family Book Sharing Wednesday, July 16 6:00PM |
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MPL Teens Program Highlights
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Main Library
| Starbooks Cafe
Book Club Sunday, July 6
3:00PM | | Sit & Sculpt
Thursday, July 20 3:00PM | |
Watch UR BAC: Alcohol & Drug Awareness
Thursday. June 23
3:00PM |
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Lark Branch |
Tweens: Firework Science Thursday, July 3
11:00AM | | Skincare 101
Wednesday, July 9 2:00PM | |
Super Smash
Summer Bash Wednesday, July 23
2:00PM |
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Palm View Branch
| Makerspace: Freedom Banenr Thursday, July 3
2:00PM | | In-B-Tween Club:
Crochet 101 Monday, July 7 2:00PM | |
Sketch Hangout Thursday, July 10 2:00PM |
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MPL Adult Program Highlights
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Main Library
| Our Texas, Our Future Film Screening Wednesday, July 9 3:00PM-5:00PM |
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| | Valley Roots:
Chicano Rock in America
Thursday, July 10 7:00PM | |
Mischief Managed: A Magical Trivia & Craft Evening Saturday, July 24 6:00PM |
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Lark Branch |
Tiny Canvas Painting Wednesday, July 2 6:00PM |
| Lark Book Club
Thursday, July 10 6:30PM | |
Afternoon Movie Thursday, July 17 2:00PM |
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Palm View Branch
| Crafty Corner Thursday, July 3 & 10
12:00PM | | Family Craft:
Puppet Making
Tuesday, July 8 2:00PM | |
Painting with
Ms. Susie Monday, July 14
12:00PM |
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Explore & Celebrate American History through our Reference Collection!
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| People & events of the American Revolution | By Trevor N. Dupuy |
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| Records of our national Life : American history of the National Archives | edited by Anne-Catherine Fallen and Kevin Osborn |
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Library e-Resource of The Month
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| | Follow Us For All Our Events & Updates! |
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| Visit All Our Locations! |
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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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Content Editors:
Melissa Kobayashi & Sean Wrinkle |
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Layout & Design:
Melissa Kobayashi |
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