Education is the key to a thriving community! McAllen is proud to partner with South Texas College (STC) to empower our students, strengthen our workforce, and build a brighter future for all. Together, we’re investing in opportunity, growth, and success. Take part in a Registration Pop-Up with STC at Main Library on Tuesday, August 5 from 4-7PM.

Our Community Health Fair is happening this morning (August 2nd) at Main Library from 10AM-1PM! Attendees are able to obtain free health screenings, visit informational booths to interact with healthcare providers, participate in a variety of activities, and receive giveaways that promote a healthy lifestyle.

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Our Community Health Fair is happening this morning (August 2nd) at Main Library from 10AM-1PM! Attendees are able to obtain free health screenings, visit informational booths to interact with healthcare providers, participate in a variety of activities, and receive giveaways that promote a healthy lifestyle.

Our Community Health Fair is happening this morning (August 2nd) at Main Library from 10AM-1PM! Attendees are able to obtain free health screenings, visit informational booths to interact with healthcare providers, participate in a variety of activities, and receive giveaways that promote a healthy lifestyle.

Hey Bookworms! New Books and Spooky vibes. 🐦‍⬛ Happy Reading! #spookybooks #indiebookstore #mcallen #rgv

Our August issue of MPL Connect is out! View it online at: https://libraryaware.com/2702/Posts/View/1faa52a5-3b1e-40cd-8884-e2e456f9ac99?SID=244398a6-4490-4c20-8064-68adf9bb63ce

Our August issue of MPL Connect is out! View it online at: https://libraryaware.com/2702/Posts/View/1faa52a5-3b1e-40cd-8884-e2e456f9ac99?SID=244398a6-4490-4c20-8064-68adf9bb63ce

The Vitalant Blood Mobile will be onsite during our Community Health Fair on Saturday, August 2 from 10AM-1PM at Main Library (4001 N. 23rd St., 78504). Vitalant is a nonprofit blood service provider that supports over 900 hospitals across the country. Just one donation can help save up to three lives. Their fully equipped mobile unit will offer: • Whole blood and Power Red donations • Health screenings and post-donation care • A quick, safe, and professional experience Register online at bit.ly/mnblodri725

The Vitalant Blood Mobile will be onsite during our Community Health Fair on Saturday, August 2 from 10AM-1PM at Main Library (4001 N. 23rd St., 78504). Vitalant is a nonprofit blood service provider that supports over 900 hospitals across the country. Just one donation can help save up to three lives. Their fully equipped mobile unit will offer: • Whole blood and Power Red donations • Health screenings and post-donation care • A quick, safe, and professional experience Register online at bit.ly/mnblodri725

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📅 The wait is over—our August Program Calendars are out now! Join us for a month of free programs for all ages, happening at every MPL location. For More information, go to bit.ly/mpl25 Or give us a call! - Main Library: (956) 681-3000 - Lark Branch Library: (956) 681-3100 - Palm View Branch Library: (956) 681-3110 #mcallenlibrary

📅 The wait is over—our August Program Calendars are out now! Join us for a month of free programs for all ages, happening at every MPL location. For More information, go to bit.ly/mpl25 Or give us a call! - Main Library: (956) 681-3000 - Lark Branch Library: (956) 681-3100 - Palm View Branch Library: (956) 681-3110 #mcallenlibrary

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Internet and telephone access at our Palm View Branch Library are experiencing intermittent outages. If you need assistance, please call our Main Library at (956) 681-3000. We apologize for any inconvenience and are working to get the issue resolved.

#TBT to the Glitter Wall @ Main Library’s Teen Department! We loved the sparkle, but get ready—big news is coming soon about our brand-new Teen Department Mural. Stay tuned for the reveal and all the exciting details coming your way!

#TBT to the Glitter Wall @ Main Library’s Teen Department! We loved the sparkle, but get ready—big news is coming soon about our brand-new Teen Department Mural. Stay tuned for the reveal and all the exciting details coming your way!

Visit the Main Library for our Community Health Fair on Saturday, August 2 from 10AM-1PM and take advantage of free liver scans provided by the South Texas Research Institute. Scans are available first come, first served, and participants must be fasting to receive one. It’s a simple and important step toward better health—come early and get checked. Details about the Community Health Fair available at bit.ly/mplhealthfair.

Visit the Main Library for our Community Health Fair on Saturday, August 2 from 10AM-1PM and take advantage of free liver scans provided by the South Texas Research Institute. Scans are available first come, first served, and participants must be fasting to receive one. It’s a simple and important step toward better health—come early and get checked. Details about the Community Health Fair available at bit.ly/mplhealthfair.

Hey Bookworms! Here comes August and the last dregs of summer. Get ready for your next Bookish adventures! 1st Children’s Story time with local author Patty Raymond 2:00-3:00 pm 2nd Back to School Sale! Buy 2 Books get 1 (preloved)free All Day! 📚 7th Book signing with Local Author Ernesto Gonzales 5:30-7:00 9th National Book Lovers Day Romance Book Day! “Reading is Sexy” Blind Dates 🥰 16th Mini Library Craft (back by popular demand!) 10:30-12:00 pm 30th Mary Shelley’s birthday 🧟 Frankenstein Silent Reading 5:00-6:00 pm Happy Reading! Marty #booksish #events #indiebookstore #mcallen #rgv

Today's the last day of Summer Meals at MPL! Kids & teens under 18 can grab a free lunch at 12PM & a snack at 3PM, Monday–Thursday through July 31 at Main Library. No need to be a McAllen ISD student to participate! For more info, call 956-681-3000. The Summer Food Service Program at Main Library is a partnership with McAllen ISD.

Today's the last day of Summer Meals at MPL! Kids & teens under 18 can grab a free lunch at 12PM & a snack at 3PM, Monday–Thursday through July 31 at Main Library. No need to be a McAllen ISD student to participate! For more info, call 956-681-3000. The Summer Food Service Program at Main Library is a partnership with McAllen ISD.

Look at all the comfy spaces we have at the Teen Department! Wouldn't you like to read and take a breather in here? 📚 #MPLTeens #McAllen #Library

Look at all the comfy spaces we have at the Teen Department! Wouldn't you like to read and take a breather in here? 📚 #MPLTeens #McAllen #Library

The VA Mobile Medical Unit is making a stop at our Community Health Fair on Saturday, August 2 from 10AM-1PM at Main Library (4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen). Veterans and their families are welcome to visit for free health screenings, help with VA benefits and enrollment, and referrals for continued care. There will also be information on mental health services, housing resources, and other community support—all in one convenient location. Details: bit.ly/mplhealthfair

The VA Mobile Medical Unit is making a stop at our Community Health Fair on Saturday, August 2 from 10AM-1PM at Main Library (4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen). Veterans and their families are welcome to visit for free health screenings, help with VA benefits and enrollment, and referrals for continued care. There will also be information on mental health services, housing resources, and other community support—all in one convenient location. Details: bit.ly/mplhealthfair

Hey Bookworms! Today is National Paperback Book Day! Here’s how to celebrate paperback book day? Buy the BOOK, get the coffee, READ all day! 🤓 And as always, most of our Books are 10-50% off the cover price! See ya soon! Marty #indiebookstore #mcallen #rgv

Bring your own backpack to the Palm View Branch Library (3401 Jordan Rd. W., McAllen) on Saturday, August 9 from 11AM-1PM, and get ready for a new school year! Kids and teens entering Pre-K though 12th grade can stop by to receive FREE school goodies!* Families will also enjoy raffle prizes, activities with community partners, and access to college and career readiness support. Advisors from local colleges and universities will be on-site to assist 11th & 12th grade students with FAFSA enrollment and questions about higher education. *While supplies last. Child must be present to receive items. Details: bit.ly/pvbtsbash

Bring your own backpack to the Palm View Branch Library (3401 Jordan Rd. W., McAllen) on Saturday, August 9 from 11AM-1PM, and get ready for a new school year! Kids and teens entering Pre-K though 12th grade can stop by to receive FREE school goodies!* Families will also enjoy raffle prizes, activities with community partners, and access to college and career readiness support. Advisors from local colleges and universities will be on-site to assist 11th & 12th grade students with FAFSA enrollment and questions about higher education. *While supplies last. Child must be present to receive items. Details: bit.ly/pvbtsbash

Love audiobooks? Listen anytime, anywhere with Libby! Use your McAllen Public Library card to borrow audiobooks for free. Browse and start listening today: https://libbyapp.com/library/mcallen.

Love audiobooks? Listen anytime, anywhere with Libby! Use your McAllen Public Library card to borrow audiobooks for free. Browse and start listening today: https://libbyapp.com/library/mcallen.

Education is the key to a thriving community! McAllen is proud to partner with South Texas College (STC) to empower our students, strengthen our workforce, and build a brighter future for all. Together, we’re investing in opportunity, growth, and success. Take part in a Registration Pop-Up with STC at Main Library on Tuesday, August 5 from 4-7PM.

It's time to get healthy with our Community Health Fair on Saturday, August 2nd from 10AM-1PM at Main Library on 23rd Street and Nolana Avenue. This free, family-friendly event provides an opportunity to learn, participate, and take proactive measures toward improved health in an engaging setting. This year’s theme is "Building a Stronger, Healthier Community." Attendees will be able to obtain free health screenings, visit informational booths to interact with healthcare providers, participate in a variety of activities, and receive giveaways that promote a healthy lifestyle. Details: bit.ly/mplhealthfair

It's time to get healthy with our Community Health Fair on Saturday, August 2nd from 10AM-1PM at Main Library on 23rd Street and Nolana Avenue. This free, family-friendly event provides an opportunity to learn, participate, and take proactive measures toward improved health in an engaging setting. This year’s theme is "Building a Stronger, Healthier Community." Attendees will be able to obtain free health screenings, visit informational booths to interact with healthcare providers, participate in a variety of activities, and receive giveaways that promote a healthy lifestyle. Details: bit.ly/mplhealthfair

Did you complete your Summer Reading Challenge? Your SRC shirts are available for pickup at any McAllen Public Library branch. Stop by and claim yours, and thanks for reading with us this summer!

Did you complete your Summer Reading Challenge? Your SRC shirts are available for pickup at any McAllen Public Library branch. Stop by and claim yours, and thanks for reading with us this summer!

Mark your calendars! MPL’s Community Health Fair is happening this Saturday, August 2 from 10AM-1PM @ Main Library. Meet local health experts, get free resources, and explore ways to support your well-being. It’s free, family-friendly, and open to everyone. Let’s build a healthier community together. Details: bit.ly/mplhealthfair

Mark your calendars! MPL’s Community Health Fair is happening this Saturday, August 2 from 10AM-1PM @ Main Library. Meet local health experts, get free resources, and explore ways to support your well-being. It’s free, family-friendly, and open to everyone. Let’s build a healthier community together. Details: bit.ly/mplhealthfair

We spotted our Summer Meals at MPL featured on a McAllen Metro bus! McAllen Public Library is proud to partner with McAllen ISD to provide free summer meals for children & teens ages 1-18. At Main Library, meals are available Monday-Thursday in the Lobby. Lunch is served at 12PM & a Snack at 3PM. The last day for Summer Meals at MPL is Thursday, July 31.

We spotted our Summer Meals at MPL featured on a McAllen Metro bus! McAllen Public Library is proud to partner with McAllen ISD to provide free summer meals for children & teens ages 1-18. At Main Library, meals are available Monday-Thursday in the Lobby. Lunch is served at 12PM & a Snack at 3PM. The last day for Summer Meals at MPL is Thursday, July 31.

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Happy Monday! Take a look at our lineup of events at MPL branches this week! Join us this Saturday, August 2 from 10AM–1PM for our Community Health Fair! Enjoy FREE health screenings, information booths, a blood drive, and more! For Further Info Call Us! - Main Library: (956) 681-3000 - Lark Branch Library: (956) 681-3100 - Palm View Library: (956) 681-3110

Happy Monday! Take a look at our lineup of events at MPL branches this week! Join us this Saturday, August 2 from 10AM–1PM for our Community Health Fair! Enjoy FREE health screenings, information booths, a blood drive, and more! For Further Info Call Us! - Main Library: (956) 681-3000 - Lark Branch Library: (956) 681-3100 - Palm View Library: (956) 681-3110

Celebrating Frida’s Birthday month! Thank you to one of our local Book Clubs Valley Girls Read for joining us and making it a party! #art #letspaint #indiebookstore #mcallen #rgv

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🎬 Did you know you can check out DVDs and Blu-rays for FREE at all McAllen Public Library locations? From new movie releases and international films to TV series, anime, and even telenovelas, we’ve got something for every kind of viewer. With your library card, you can borrow up to 6 titles for a full week. Stop by and pick out your next watchlist!

🎬 Did you know you can check out DVDs and Blu-rays for FREE at all McAllen Public Library locations? From new movie releases and international films to TV series, anime, and even telenovelas, we’ve got something for every kind of viewer. With your library card, you can borrow up to 6 titles for a full week. Stop by and pick out your next watchlist!

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In the mood for something new to read or binge? Swing by our New Arrivals displays at McAllen Public Library branches and discover what’s hot on the shelves! This snapshot is from the Palm View Branch, but every location has something new waiting for you.

In the mood for something new to read or binge? Swing by our New Arrivals displays at McAllen Public Library branches and discover what’s hot on the shelves! This snapshot is from the Palm View Branch, but every location has something new waiting for you.

🍎 Next week is the last week of Summer Meals at MPL! Kids & teens under 18 can grab a free lunch at 12PM & a snack at 3PM, Monday–Thursday through July 31 at Main Library. No need to be a McAllen ISD student to participate! For more info, call 956-681-3000. The Summer Food Service Program at Main Library is a partnership with McAllen ISD.

🍎 Next week is the last week of Summer Meals at MPL! Kids & teens under 18 can grab a free lunch at 12PM & a snack at 3PM, Monday–Thursday through July 31 at Main Library. No need to be a McAllen ISD student to participate! For more info, call 956-681-3000. The Summer Food Service Program at Main Library is a partnership with McAllen ISD.

McAllen Public Library to Host Community Health Fair, August 2nd

Make plans to stop by our Community Health Fair at Main Library on Saturday, August 2 from 10AM-1PM for free health screenings, wellness resources, and info from local health organizations. It’s family-friendly, informative, and open to everyone! Let’s build a healthier community together!

📩 Don’t miss out on the latest at MPL! 📚 Subscribe to our e-newsletter for updates on events, programs, and more! Sign up here: bit.ly/MPLupdates

📩 Don’t miss out on the latest at MPL! 📚 Subscribe to our e-newsletter for updates on events, programs, and more! Sign up here: bit.ly/MPLupdates

There's still an opportunity to vote for #TeamMcAllen!

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#TBT to last year’s Health Fair at Main Library! From free screenings to wellness tips and fun activities, it was a day full of resources for the whole family. Save the date for the 2025 Community Health Fair, which is happening Saturday, August 2nd from 10AM–1PM at Main Library! Details: https://mcallenlibrary.net/events/healthfair

#TBT to last year’s Health Fair at Main Library! From free screenings to wellness tips and fun activities, it was a day full of resources for the whole family. Save the date for the 2025 Community Health Fair, which is happening Saturday, August 2nd from 10AM–1PM at Main Library! Details: https://mcallenlibrary.net/events/healthfair

McAllen Public Library is accepting submissions for two special #STBF Presents events: the Local Author Showcase and Read Around Town. Want to be part of the excitement leading up to the South Texas Book Festival? This is your chance! The deadlines are: Local Author Showcase - Friday, August 1 Read Around Town - Friday, September 5 Get the guidelines and all the details at bit.ly/stbfcall.

McAllen Public Library is accepting submissions for two special #STBF Presents events: the Local Author Showcase and Read Around Town. Want to be part of the excitement leading up to the South Texas Book Festival? This is your chance! The deadlines are: Local Author Showcase - Friday, August 1 Read Around Town - Friday, September 5 Get the guidelines and all the details at bit.ly/stbfcall.

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A big thank you to Richard Cortez, Hidalgo County Judge and Sunny for visiting Palm View Branch Library! We’re so grateful for the time they spent with us and for the special presentation they shared with our community. It was a joy to welcome Sunny & his friends!

A big thank you to Richard Cortez, Hidalgo County Judge and Sunny for visiting Palm View Branch Library! We’re so grateful for the time they spent with us and for the special presentation they shared with our community. It was a joy to welcome Sunny & his friends!

Hit the road with Libby! Take your favorite books along for the ride and listen wherever your travels take you. All you need is your MPL card to get started: https://libbyapp.com/library/mcallen.

Hit the road with Libby! Take your favorite books along for the ride and listen wherever your travels take you. All you need is your MPL card to get started: https://libbyapp.com/library/mcallen.

We'll have a special guest joining us at Palm View Branch Library tomorrow! Sunny will stop by for a presentation with his friends on Wednesday, July 23 at 2PM.

Lark August 2025 Virtual Painting

Check out the next painting tutorial from our Lark Branch Library! For registration and supplies, please call us at (956) 681-3100.

McAllen Public Library is accepting school supply donations for the Back to School Bash on August 9th at Palm View Branch Library. Drop off items at any MPL location during regular hours to support local students. Want to join as a Community Partner? Fill out the Exhibitor Form by July 25th. Details and form at mcallenlibrary.net/events/backtoschoolbash.

McAllen Public Library is accepting school supply donations for the Back to School Bash on August 9th at Palm View Branch Library. Drop off items at any MPL location during regular hours to support local students. Want to join as a Community Partner? Fill out the Exhibitor Form by July 25th. Details and form at mcallenlibrary.net/events/backtoschoolbash.

Calling all young artists! The 2025 #STBF Youth Bookmark Design Contest is now open. MPL invites youth ages 5–18 to create an original bookmark design inspired by this year’s South Texas Book Festival theme: Celebrate Our Roots & Stories. Winners will have their designs professionally printed and shared with thousands of attendees at the 2025 festival—this is your chance to show your art and celebrate the stories that make our community special. To learn more and download the entry form, visit: bit.ly/stbf25contest

Calling all young artists! The 2025 #STBF Youth Bookmark Design Contest is now open. MPL invites youth ages 5–18 to create an original bookmark design inspired by this year’s South Texas Book Festival theme: Celebrate Our Roots & Stories. Winners will have their designs professionally printed and shared with thousands of attendees at the 2025 festival—this is your chance to show your art and celebrate the stories that make our community special. To learn more and download the entry form, visit: bit.ly/stbf25contest

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YOU did it! A huge congrats to everyone who completed the Summer Reading Challenge! We hope you will join us next Summer! 🌟 🎉

McAllen Public Library added 21 new photos.

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Happy Monday! Take a look at our lineup of events at MPL branches this week! 😁🎉 For Further Info Call Us! - Main Library: (956) 681-3000 - Lark Branch Library: (956) 681-3100 - Palm View Library: (956) 681-3110 #mcallenlibrary

Happy Monday! Take a look at our lineup of events at MPL branches this week! 😁🎉 For Further Info Call Us! - Main Library: (956) 681-3000 - Lark Branch Library: (956) 681-3100 - Palm View Library: (956) 681-3110 #mcallenlibrary

Summer Meals is back! Kids & teens under 18 can grab a free lunch at 12PM & a snack at 3PM, Monday–Thursday through July 31 at Main Library. No need to be a McAllen ISD student to participate! For more info, call 956-681-3000. The Summer Food Service Program at Main Library is a partnership with McAllen ISD.

Summer Meals is back! Kids & teens under 18 can grab a free lunch at 12PM & a snack at 3PM, Monday–Thursday through July 31 at Main Library. No need to be a McAllen ISD student to participate! For more info, call 956-681-3000. The Summer Food Service Program at Main Library is a partnership with McAllen ISD.

Hey Bookworms! We’ve been hosting our Fill A Bag Sales for approximately 10 years now! We love giving back to our reading community so thank you for coming in and supporting our Small Business. 🫶🏻 Please consider donating books, sharing our posts, or coming over to our bookshop, we love sharing the books! We couldn’t do this without all of you! Thank you JUCO Coffee for collaborating with us to make It a Books & Coffee kind of day! ☕️ Happy Reading! Marty #independentbookstore #mcallen #rgv

Did you know that with just a McAllen library card, you can get e-books, audiobooks, movies, career & exam prep, and more, all on your mobile device? Explore our digital content on our eBranch at bit.ly/digitalmpl.

Did you know that with just a McAllen library card, you can get e-books, audiobooks, movies, career & exam prep, and more, all on your mobile device? Explore our digital content on our eBranch at bit.ly/digitalmpl.

Caption this moment! Marty the Library Cat made his grand debut during the 2024 South Texas Book Festival. We’re still not sure if he was excited, nervous, or secretly planning some mischief before meeting his library friends. Drop your best caption below and let us know what you think was going through his head! 👇

Caption this moment! Marty the Library Cat made his grand debut during the 2024 South Texas Book Festival. We’re still not sure if he was excited, nervous, or secretly planning some mischief before meeting his library friends. Drop your best caption below and let us know what you think was going through his head! 👇

Head to Main Library on Saturday, July 19 at 11AM for a fun-filled event with young author Rose Mendez. Enjoy a lively storytime, book signings, family activities, and a petting zoo with friendly animals. Commissioner Rolando "Rolly" Rios will be presenting a special proclamation during the celebration.

Head to Main Library on Saturday, July 19 at 11AM for a fun-filled event with young author Rose Mendez. Enjoy a lively storytime, book signings, family activities, and a petting zoo with friendly animals. Commissioner Rolando "Rolly" Rios will be presenting a special proclamation during the celebration.

Voting is ongoing for the The Monitor's Reader's Choice Awards, and several of our friends throughout the city were nominated! Vote here: https://bestof.myrgv.com/surveys/4/readers-choice-2025.html

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#TBT to our 2024 Summer Reading Challenge Finale! We had an amazing time celebrating all the readers who powered through the summer with us. If you completed this year’s Summer Reading Challenge, we’ve got something special for you… 🎟️ Pick up your invite-only Finale Party pass at any MPL branch by this Saturday - the event is happening Sunday evening! For questions or details, give us a call at 956-681-3010.

Your McAllen Public Library ranked #7 on a national list celebrating outstanding library architecture and design, this time recognized by the National Archives for Historic Preservation! Check out the article: https://zurl.co/kvTOB

McAllen Public Library is accepting school supply donations for the Back to School Bash on August 9th at Palm View Branch Library. Drop off items at any MPL location during regular hours to support local students. Want to join as a Community Partner? Fill out the Exhibitor Form by July 25th. Details and form at mcallenlibrary.net/events/backtoschoolbash.

McAllen Public Library is accepting school supply donations for the Back to School Bash on August 9th at Palm View Branch Library. Drop off items at any MPL location during regular hours to support local students. Want to join as a Community Partner? Fill out the Exhibitor Form by July 25th. Details and form at mcallenlibrary.net/events/backtoschoolbash.

McAllen Public Library is accepting submissions for two special STBF Presents events: the Local Author Showcase and Read Around Town. Want to be part of the excitement leading up to the South Texas Book Festival? This is your chance! Get the guidelines and all the details at bit.ly/stbfcall.

Need a break from the heat? Cool off at any McAllen Public Library location! Enjoy the AC, relax with a good book, use our free Wi-Fi, or join one of our summer programs. Everyone’s welcome! Main Library: 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen Lark Branch Library: 2601 Lark Ave., McAllen Palm View Branch Library: 3401 Jordan Rd. W., McAllen

Need a break from the heat? Cool off at any McAllen Public Library location! Enjoy the AC, relax with a good book, use our free Wi-Fi, or join one of our summer programs. Everyone’s welcome! Main Library: 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen Lark Branch Library: 2601 Lark Ave., McAllen Palm View Branch Library: 3401 Jordan Rd. W., McAllen

Summer reads are waiting for you on the Libby app! Check out eBooks and audiobooks anytime with your McAllen Public Library card. Start reading today: https://libbyapp.com/library/mcallen

Summer reads are waiting for you on the Libby app! Check out eBooks and audiobooks anytime with your McAllen Public Library card. Start reading today: https://libbyapp.com/library/mcallen

Summer Meals is back! Kids & teens under 18 can grab a free lunch at 12PM & a snack at 3PM, Monday–Thursday through July 31 at Main Library. No need to be a McAllen ISD student to participate! For more info, call 956-681-3000. The Summer Food Service Program at Main Library is a partnership with McAllen ISD.

Summer Meals is back! Kids & teens under 18 can grab a free lunch at 12PM & a snack at 3PM, Monday–Thursday through July 31 at Main Library. No need to be a McAllen ISD student to participate! For more info, call 956-681-3000. The Summer Food Service Program at Main Library is a partnership with McAllen ISD.

The 2025 STBF Youth Bookmark Design Contest is officially open! McAllen Public Library invites kids & teens ages 5-18 to show off their creativity by submitting an original design inspired by this year’s #STBF theme, "Celebrate Our Roots & Stories." Winning designs will be printed and distributed during the 2025 South Texas Book Festival. This is your chance to share your art with thousands of festivalgoers and celebrate the stories that shape our community. For details and entry forms, visit https://mcallenlibrary.net/stbf2025/getinvolved/youthcontest.

The 2025 STBF Youth Bookmark Design Contest is officially open! McAllen Public Library invites kids & teens ages 5-18 to show off their creativity by submitting an original design inspired by this year’s #STBF theme, "Celebrate Our Roots & Stories." Winning designs will be printed and distributed during the 2025 South Texas Book Festival. This is your chance to share your art with thousands of festivalgoers and celebrate the stories that shape our community. For details and entry forms, visit https://mcallenlibrary.net/stbf2025/getinvolved/youthcontest.

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Happy Monday! Take a look at our lineup of events at MPL branches this week! 😁🎉#mcallenlibrary For Further Info Call Us! - Main Library: (956) 681-3000 - Lark Branch Library: (956) 681-3100 - Palm View Library: (956) 681-3110

Happy Monday! Take a look at our lineup of events at MPL branches this week! 😁🎉#mcallenlibrary For Further Info Call Us! - Main Library: (956) 681-3000 - Lark Branch Library: (956) 681-3100 - Palm View Library: (956) 681-3110

Planning for law school? ⚖️ With your McAllen Public Library card, you can access Tutor.com for free LSAT practice tests. Start at: http://www.tutor.com/mcallenpl

Planning for law school? ⚖️ With your McAllen Public Library card, you can access Tutor.com for free LSAT practice tests. Start at: http://www.tutor.com/mcallenpl

Tomorrow's the last day to log in your challenges for McAllen Public Library's Summer Reading Challenge! Visit our website for details: https://mcallenlibrary.net/events/src

Tomorrow's the last day to log in your challenges for McAllen Public Library's Summer Reading Challenge! Visit our website for details: https://mcallenlibrary.net/events/src

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Thanks to all the volunteers who came out to support the Tiny Forest at the McAllen Public Library, including folks from the Villalobos Law Firm! The volunteers helped with forest establishment care, keeping the xeriscape tidy, and got to meet lots of native plants along the way. You can learn more about the project at our blog (linked below). bit.ly/TinyForestMPL

We are excited to announce that Our Little Free Library is almost ready! To stock our shelves, we welcome children's and YA book donations. 📚 Everyone that contributes will be entered into our BOOK BOX GIVEAWAY! Thank you kindly 🫶🏻 Oh! We have a whole new batch of $5 Mystery grab bags wsiykng for you too! See y’all tomorrow! Marty

Want to keep up with everything happening at MPL? Check out our online events calendar at bit.ly/mpl25 to stay updated on upcoming programs, activities, and special events at all of our locations!

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#TBT to 2013! Look at these silly geese, McAllen Public Library's Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) from back in the day, having a blast volunteering at the Fourth of July Celebration at Archer Park. Learn how teens can get involved with TAC at https://www.mcallenlibrary.net/services/teens/tacvolunteers.

#TBT to 2013! Look at these silly geese, McAllen Public Library's Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) from back in the day, having a blast volunteering at the Fourth of July Celebration at Archer Park. Learn how teens can get involved with TAC at https://www.mcallenlibrary.net/services/teens/tacvolunteers.

Looking for a book, article, or DVD that’s not in our collection? McAllen Public Library’s Interlibrary Loan (ILL) service can help! We’ll borrow the item for you from another library so you can enjoy access to materials you need, all for free with your MPL card. Stop by any location or visit bit.ly/illatmpl to place a request. Let us help you find what you're looking for, no matter where it lives!

Looking for a book, article, or DVD that’s not in our collection? McAllen Public Library’s Interlibrary Loan (ILL) service can help! We’ll borrow the item for you from another library so you can enjoy access to materials you need, all for free with your MPL card. Stop by any location or visit bit.ly/illatmpl to place a request. Let us help you find what you're looking for, no matter where it lives!

Want to keep up with everything happening at MPL? Check out our online events calendar at bit.ly/mpl25 to stay updated on upcoming programs, activities, and special events at all of our locations!

Spend your morning at Main Library with Sir Buddy Miles, the lovable therapy dog, during a special Storytime on Friday, July 11 at 11:00AM.

Spend your morning at Main Library with Sir Buddy Miles, the lovable therapy dog, during a special Storytime on Friday, July 11 at 11:00AM.

As part of this month’s Valley Roots Series at Main Library, you’re invited to our Chicano Rock in America presentation with Fábian López. Explore the cultural impact of Chicano musicians in American music on Thursday, July 10, at 7PM.

As part of this month’s Valley Roots Series at Main Library, you’re invited to our Chicano Rock in America presentation with Fábian López. Explore the cultural impact of Chicano musicians in American music on Thursday, July 10, at 7PM.

Summer Meals is back! Kids & teens under 18 can grab a free lunch at 12PM & a snack at 3PM, Monday–Thursday through July 31 at Main Library. No need to be a McAllen ISD student to participate! For more info, call 956-681-3000. The Summer Food Service Program at Main Library is a partnership with McAllen ISD.

McAllen Public Library is accepting school supply donations for the Back to School Bash on August 9th at Palm View Branch Library. Drop off items at any MPL location during regular hours to support local students. Want to join as a Community Partner? Fill out the Exhibitor Form by July 25th. Details and form at mcallenlibrary.net/events/backtoschoolbash.

Hey Bookworms! A few years ago, a thoughtful friend and fellow book lover, @momma_doc_reads , gifted our bookstore with a mini library. A bus stop in front of our store runs daily, and I notice families with children waiting on the sidewalk. What catches my attention, though, are children with wandering eyes examining our windows, eager to enter and although I have welcomed them in, sometimes they don’t. Which means we have decided on the perfect spot to set up our mini free library! Come celebrate with us this Saturday June 12th from 12:00-6:00 PM. 🎉 If you wish to donate children’s books periodically to replenish our library or drop them off in our store thank you in advance! Community first! ❤️ Always grateful for you, Marty @doodling_nat 🫶🏻 #community #freebooks #childrensbooks #indiebookstore #mcallen #rgv

Join us for "Our Texas, Our Future" Film Screening on Wednesday, July 9 from 3-5PM @ Main Library. This family-friendly event features a short film series highlighting Texas wildlife, along with crafts and fun activities for all ages. It's a great way to learn, play, and celebrate the natural world together. For information, visit www.ourtexasourfuture.com.

Quinta Mazatlan invites you to join us for a volunteer morning at the Tiny Forest located at Main Library! We'll be helping the forest grow through weeding, litter pick-up, and documenting the biodiversity already living in the forest on Saturday, July 12 from 9-11AM. We encourage volunteers to be prepared to be outdoors by bringing a hat, garden gloves, refillable water bottle, close-toed shoes, and anything else they need to feel comfortable outside. Volunteers must register at the following link: https://bit.ly/QMvolunteering

It's the last week to participate in the Summer Reading Challenge at McAllen Public Library! Readers of all ages are invited to track their reading, earn prizes, and explore a summer full of fun events. Whether you're flipping pages poolside or listening to audiobooks on the go, there's something for everyone. Last day to log in your challenges is Sunday, July 13. Visit our website for details: https://mcallenlibrary.net/events/src

Enjoy popular digital magazines anytime with NewsStand by BiblioMags, available to all Hidalgo County Library System cardholders! Simply select "Hidalgo County Library System" as your library to start reading today! Login here: https://cloudlibrary.magzter.com/library/1/1

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Happy Monday! Take a look at our lineup of events at MPL branches this week! 😁🎉#mcallenlibrary For Further Info Call Us! - Main Library: (956) 681-3000 - Lark Branch Library: (956) 681-3100 - Palm View Library: (956) 681-3110

Sunday Funday! Stop by. Hobbies & Heroes, We are open till 6 pm today!

Join us next Saturday, July 12th, at the mcallenlibrary to help their Tiny Forest grow through weeding, litter pick-up, and documenting the plants and animals of the new forest. All volunteers must register (bit.ly/QMvolunteering). Hope to see you there!

Save the date! MPL’s Community Health Fair is set for Sat., Aug. 2 from 10AM-1PM @ Main Library. Explore local health resources, get free health screenings, pick up useful wellness tips, and connect with organizations from across the area. Details coming soon!

Happy 4th of July! While McAllen Public Library branches are closed today, your freedom to read never takes a holiday. Check out eBooks & audiobooks available on the Libby App anytime with your MPL card. Start reading today: https://libbyapp.com/library/mcallen

Happy 4th of July from all of us at McAllen Public Library! Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday filled with celebration, good company, and time to relax. We’ll see you soon!

Hey Bookworms! ✨July is bursting with bookish magic in our Bookshop! From spooky summer sales to cozy crafts and literary love. 👻 July 5 – Summerween Spooky Sale (boo-tiful bargains await!) 📦 July 12 – Mini Library Setup for little readers – free books, big dreams! 🖋️ July 17 – Local Author Book Signing – meet the minds behind the magic 🛍️ July 19 – Fill-a-Bag Sale (yes, it’s finally happening!) 🎨 July 25 – Frida Sip & Paint – colors, canvas, and creativity 📚 July 26 – Mini Library Book Craft – cut, glue, and imagine 📖 July 30 – Paperback Book Day – 50% off preloved & up to 20% off new gems! Float on in for the fun! See ya soon, Marty #JaimeLesLivres #indiebookstore #WhimsicalReads #BookshopMagic #JulyAdventures #mcallen #rgv

Sharing this great summer opportunity for your kiddos! 🍴 Free meals for kids under 18 — no ID needed 🕛 Lunch at 12 PM | Snack at 3 PM | Mon–Thurs 📍 Available at MPL, Lark & Palmview Community Centers 🚫 Reminder: No food service June 30–July 3 Runs through July 31!

Reminder! All McAllen Public Library branches will be closed on Friday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. We’ll reopen with regular hours on Saturday, July 5.

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July is here, and the summer fun isn't slowing down! Enjoy exciting programs for all ages at every MPL location. ☀️ Check out what’s happening: bit.ly/mpl25 Or give us a call! - Main Library: (956) 681-3000 - Lark Branch Library: (956) 681-3100 - Palm View Branch Library: (956) 681-3110

The July issue of MPL Connect is here! Check out what’s happening across all McAllen Public Library branches this month—from summer reading fun and special events to helpful resources for the whole family. Read it online now: https://libraryaware.com/2702/Posts/View/9eefabca-1e37-432f-be90-00ea5b6ea5da?SID=244398a6-4490-4c20-8064-68adf9bb63ce