McAllen Public Library

Wed Jul 15, 1:00 PM

See the Rio Grande Valley through a new lens at Nature Series: Birds in Focus on Friday, July 24, at 10:00 AM in the Main Library Auditorium. 🐦📷 Learn the basics of birding and nature photography while discovering tips for spotting, identifying, and photographing local birds. Register: https://mcallenlibrary.libnet.info/event/16448532

McAllen Public Library

Wed Jul 15, 9:00 AM

Take part in the Texas American 250 Reading Challenge at your library! ⭐ Through December 31st, log 2,500 minutes (41.6 hours) of reading, Texas state park visits, and/or service activities in honor of our nation's 250th anniversary. This is a self-guided challenge, and tracking logs are available at library service desks. For more information, visit: www.tsl.texas.gov/america250/challenge

McAllen Public Library

Tue Jul 14, 7:00 PM

Calling all soccer fans! ⚽ Bring your FIFA World Cup 2026 sticker album and trade stickers with fellow collectors at our Sticker Trading Party on Wednesday, July 15, at 6:00 PM in Meeting Room AB at Main Library. Wear your favorite team's jersey and swap stickers to help complete your collection. All ages are welcome!

McAllen Public Library

Tue Jul 14, 4:00 PM

Beat the heat at Sun Safe Summer Splash during Toddler Time at Palm View Branch Library on Thursday, July 16, at 11:00 AM! eastersealsrgv and tamuagrilife will share fun sun safety tips & family resources before enjoying storytime and a craft together. It's a great way to learn, play, and stay sun safe this summer!

McAllen Public Library

Tue Jul 14, 10:46 AM

One hundred years ago, the McAllen Daily Press announced the opening of the City of McAllen's Hidalgo–Reynosa International Bridge to traffic. As we mark the bridge's 100th anniversary, we're sharing this historic newspaper clipping from July 10, 1926, preserved in McAllen Public Library's collection in the Portal to Texas History. Want to take a step back and read this newspaper issue for free? Explore this piece of our region's history: https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1199011/

McAllen Public Library

Tue Jul 14, 9:00 AM

Your next great read, movie, game, or audiobook is waiting at McAllen Public Library! With more than 351,000 items available to check out across our library system, our collection has an estimated value of over $5 million. Whether you're looking for a bestseller, a family movie night, or your next favorite audiobook, your library card gives you access to it all.

McAllen Public Library

Mon Jul 13, 9:00 AM

Did you know McAllen Public Library can borrow books from other libraries? If you're searching for a title we don't own, our Interlibrary Loan service may be able to track it down for you. Learn more and submit a request at bit.ly/illatmpl.

McAllen Public Library

Sun Jul 12, 7:00 PM

Calling all Rio Grande Valley authors! The South Texas International Book Festival is now accepting applications for #STIBF Presents Local Author Showcase and Read Around Town. Apply by Friday, July 31 for the opportunity to share your work and help celebrate the literary voices shaping the RGV. View guidelines and application details at bit.ly/stibflocalauthors or pick up an application at any McAllen Public Library location.

McAllen Public Library

Sun Jul 12, 10:00 AM

Happening today, Sunday, July 12, at Main Library! "Beyond the Border: Ghosts & UFOs of South Texas" begins at 1PM in the Auditorium. Spend the afternoon exploring Rio Grande Valley sightings, UFO encounters, government disclosures, and cryptid lore with local paranormal experts. Save your spot: https://mcallenlibrary.libnet.info/event/16512085

McAllen Public Library

Sat Jul 11, 9:00 AM

This morning! Celebrate Texas 250 with an indoor camping adventure at Main Library! ⛺⭐ On Saturday, July 11, at 10:00 AM, Ranger Becky Reyes from Estero Llano Grande State Park will share outdoor skills, introduce Texas parks, and teach Leave No Trace principles through a fun, hands-on program for all ages. Meet us in Meeting Room AB at Main Library, 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen.