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January2026 |
We have lots going on this month! | |
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MPL is deeply grateful for the generous outpouring of support for our annual Coat Drive. This year, we expanded our efforts to include children, in addition to teens, and our community responded with the compassion and generosity for which it is so well known. Donations poured in—not only coats and jackets, but also hats, gloves, mittens, sweatshirts, socks, and scarves—helping ensure that our young people stay warm throughout the season.
We extend special thanks to the South Texas National Junior Honor Society who selected the MPL Coat Drive as their service project and collected several pallets of cold-weather clothing. Their dedication exemplifies the spirit of service that makes our community truly remarkable. This extraordinary response is a source of pride for us all and a powerful reminder of the care we show one another.
Palm View Palm View Branch Library has been selected as one of only ten libraries in Texas to receive the Family Place Libraries Project Grant, an exciting step forward for families in our community. This grant will support the creation of new early learning spaces, expand our parenting collection, and allow staff to offer parent and child workshops focused on early literacy, learning, and family support. With this addition, Palm View continues to grow as a welcoming space where families can learn, play, and build strong foundations together.
May your 2026 be filled with good health, family,
and all that you need to thrive. |
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Pictured above are library staff members with donations.
Pictured below are students from South Texas ISD Preparatory Academy National Junior Honor Society. |
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Congratulations to the students who completed twenty hours of Oral Conversation ESL through our partnership with South Texas College (STC). This second cohort of twenty four students met twice a week for five weeks at Palm View Branch Library, building confidence, practicing conversation skills, and supporting one another along the way. Their dedication paid off, and each participant earned two Continuing Education Units (CEWs) in recognition of their achievement.
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What is your favorite book genre? And why?
My favorite genre would be Scifi because it's so fun to transport myself as a reader to a fictional world of "what if's".
What book series would you like to live in?
In the fictional town of Avonlea in Prince Edward Island, Canada: Anne of Green Gables.
What do you enjoy most about working at a library?
I care about community involvement, so every event the Library hosts is special. Also, my department is amazing, they are what makes the workplace the best. |
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| MPL Kids Program Highlights |
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Main Library
| Winter Time
Scavenger Hunt Sun. Jan. 11 - Sat. Jan. 17
All Week | |
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STEAM
Saturday
Saturday, Jan. 17 2:00PM | |
MPL Craft Monday, Jan. 19 All Day |
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Lark Branch |
Once Upon a Year at Lark Tuesday, Jan. 6 11:00AM |
| Peque-Cuentos Friday, Jan. 9
11:00AM | | Homework Hour
Thursday, Jan. 15 3:30PM |
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Palm View Branch
| La hora de los cuentos Tuesdays, Jan. 13-27 11:00AM |
| Stay & Create: Winter Lego Challenge
Wednesday, Jan. 7 6:00PM | |
Homeschool Hangout: National Bird Day
Tuesday, Jan. 27
10:30AM |
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MPL Teens Program Highlights
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Main Library
| TAC Meeting Saturday, Jan. 10 2:00PM |
| Winter Wreaths Saturday, Jan. 17
2:00PM | | Clicks & Scrolls:
Email Etiquette
Thursday, Jan. 29 6:00PM |
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Lark Branch |
DIY Self-Care: Aroma Rollers
Thursday, Jan. 8
2:00PM | | Homeschool
Art Zone Wednesdays, Jan. 14 & 28 11:00AM | |
TWEEN-ovators Saturday, Jan. 24 2:00PM |
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Palm View Branch
| Makerspace:
New Year Journal Tuesday, Jan. 13
4:30PM | | Level Up! Club
Thursday, Jan. 15 4:30PM | |
Gamers Unplugged Thursday, Jan. 29 4:30PM |
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MPL Adult Program Highlights
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Main Library
| MPL Anime Manga Club Thursday, Dec. 4
7:00PM | |
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Nature Series:
Specialty Birds
Saturday, Dec. 13 1:00PM | |
Holiday
Book Swap Sunday, Dec. 21
5:00PM - 7:00PM |
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Lark Branch |
Adult Painting Class Saturday, Jan. 10
1:30PM | | Lark Book Club
Thursday, Jan. 15 6:30PM | |
Adult
Sculpting Thursday, Jan. 22
6:00PM |
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Palm View Branch
| Crafty Corner:
Snow Globe Thursday, Jan. 8
12:00PM | | Health Talk:
Understanding Your Benefits
Thursday, Jan. 15 12:00PM | |
Painting with Ms. Danice Thursday, Jan. 22
12:00PM |
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Explore Our Reference Collection!
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Records of our national life: American history at the National Archives |
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 | Plan Your Estate |
by Clifford Denis |
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Explore Our Personal Finance Collection!
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Millionaire teacher : the nine rules of wealth you should have learned in school | By Andrew Hallam |
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Know yourself, know your money: discover why you handle money the way you do, and what to do about it! | by Rachel Cruze |
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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 9:00AM - 9:00PM
Friday - Saturday 9:00AM - 6:00PM Sunday
CLOSED |
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Palm View Branch
3401 Jordan Rd. W. McAllen, TX 78503 PH: (956) 681-3110 |
Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:00AM - 9:00PM
Friday - Saturday 9:00AM - 6:00PM Sunday
CLOSED |
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