This Black History Month, McAllen Public Library celebrates the stories, voices, and history that continue to shape our world. Stop by any MPL branch to explore books, films, displays, and resources that honor Black history, culture, and contributions. Visit our website at www.mcallenlibrary.net to see the full lineup of Black History Month events happening at the library.

This Black History Month, McAllen Public Library celebrates the stories, voices, and history that continue to shape our world. Stop by any MPL branch to explore books, films, displays, and resources that honor Black history, culture, and contributions. Visit our website at www.mcallenlibrary.net to see the full lineup of Black History Month events happening at the library.

We’re reaching out on behalf of our brother, friend, and coworker Mikey Ray Mikey is a 24-year-old student at UTRGV, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, and truly one of the best humans you could know. He’s someone who always shows up—especially for kids during Christmas time—helping collect and distribute toys to families in need. If you’ve ever come across his content, you know him for his enthusiasm, charisma, and nonstop energy, whether it’s tattoo culture, Harley-Davidson motorcycles, or simply spreading good vibes. Mikey is currently in critical but stable condition following a serious motorcycle accident. He has several major surgeries ahead of him, including facial reconstruction surgery. By the grace of God and the protection of his riding gear, he is still here with us today—and we’re holding onto that hope with everything we have. To help support Mikey and ease the financial burden of medical and recovery expenses, we will be hosting the following benefit events: •Tattoo and Piercing Sale (Flyer to come soon) 📅 February 2nd-8th 📍Diamante Body Piercing & Tattoo 2313 W Harvey Ave #7 McAllen, TX 78501 $10 from each sale to go towards Mikey Rays fund • BBQ Plate Sale 📅 February 21st 📍 Desperado Harley-Davidson 1201 S Bentsen Rd, McAllen, TX 78501 All proceeds to benefit Mikey Ray How to Donate For those who would like to make a monetary donation, donations can be dropped off at: 📍 Diamante Body Piercing & Tattoo - McAllen 2313 W Harvey Ave #7 McAllen, TX 78501 🧾 Checks may be made payable to: Mickey Ray Guevara Any support—whether attending, sharing this message, or donating—means more than words can express. This is our opportunity to show up for someone who has always shown up for others. Thank you for keeping Mikey in your prayers and for standing with us during this time. 🤍

Coffee table books available for the loved one in your life that 🧡s the Valley! Borderlands: The Heritage of the Lower Rio Grande - available in hardcover - $50 McAllen Leading the Way, The First 100 Years - available in hardcover - $50 Explore McAllen History Today! 1pm-5pm, admission is FREE. Museum Hours: W-F: 1pm-5pm Saturday: Noon-4pm 301 S. Main Street McAllen TX 78501 Free admission + Free parking in the rear of the building. #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #texas #museum #exploremcallen #visitmcallen

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🔥ONLY 4 DAYS AWAY! McAllen International Car Fest takes over the McAllen Convention Center from Jan. 30 - Feb. 1! Experience the ultimate in car culture and nonstop energy all weekend long! 🚘300+ vehicles 👧🧒 Kids 12 & under FREE 🎶 Two LIVE MUSIC stages 🕹️ FREE Arcade Zone 🧱 50-ft LEGO Racetrack 🍺 Beer Garden inside Exhibit Hall 🍔 Food Truck Park 🔧 Car Fest Swap Meet 👉 Get tickets at: https://bit.ly/McallenCarfest ⏰ Hours: 📅 Fri 4–9 PM | Sat 10 AM–9 PM | Sun 10 AM–6 PM #CarFest #McAllenInternationalCarFest #McallenTX #McAllen956 #RGV

🔥ONLY 4 DAYS AWAY! McAllen International Car Fest takes over the McAllen Convention Center from Jan. 30 - Feb. 1! Experience the ultimate in car culture and nonstop energy all weekend long! 🚘300+ vehicles 👧🧒 Kids 12 & under FREE 🎶 Two LIVE MUSIC stages 🕹️ FREE Arcade Zone 🧱 50-ft LEGO Racetrack 🍺 Beer Garden inside Exhibit Hall 🍔 Food Truck Park 🔧 Car Fest Swap Meet 👉 Get tickets at: https://bit.ly/McallenCarfest ⏰ Hours: 📅 Fri 4–9 PM | Sat 10 AM–9 PM | Sun 10 AM–6 PM #CarFest #McAllenInternationalCarFest #McallenTX #McAllen956 #RGV

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🔥ONLY 4 DAYS AWAY! McAllen International Car Fest takes over the McAllen Convention Center from Jan. 30 - Feb. 1! Experience the ultimate in car culture and nonstop energy all weekend long! 🚘300+ vehicles 👧🧒 Kids 12 & under FREE 🎶 Two LIVE MUSIC stages 🕹️ FREE Arcade Zone 🧱 50-ft LEGO Racetrack 🍺 Beer Garden inside Exhibit Hall 🍔 Food Truck Park 🔧 Car Fest Swap Meet 👉 Get tickets at: https://bit.ly/McallenCarfest ⏰ Hours: 📅 Fri 4–9 PM | Sat 10 AM–9 PM | Sun 10 AM–6 PM #CarFest #McAllenInternationalCarFest #McallenTX #McAllen956 #RGV

We are excited to welcome some of the best in the RGV to our Thursday Night Live Speaker Series this season! From presentations on the Texas Tortoise🐢 to a panel discussion with Women in Conservation,🌎 there is much to explore!💫🔎 #mcallenevents #exploremcallen #quintamazatlan #ecology #culture #art Want to participate in next seasons series or know someone who is knowledgeable and passionate in the fields of ecology, culture or art?✨ Send an email to tzavala@mcallen.net ✨We'd love to hear what you can share with community!

We're looking forward to a great afternoon!! Join us February 7th!!

Cultura en Color, Painting Class for Adults

Celebrate Puerto Rican culture with bold color, rhythm, and island pride. Inspired by Super Bowl halftime vibes and today's Puerto Rican sound, this painting class is all about joy, music, and creative expression. Click to register at Hinovations Art Gallery, McAllen, Texas.

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🚗🔥 Where engines roar and legends roll, CarFest hits McAllen. From January 30 - February 1, experience the ultimate car culture takeover at Oval Park with 300+ vehicles on display, indoor & outdoor exhibits, and nonstop energy all weekend long. 🎶 Two music stages with live entertainment & DJs 🍔 Food Truck Park 🍺 Beer Garden inside the Exhibit Hall 🔧 CarFest Swap Meet 🕹️ Arcade Zone 🧱 50-ft LEGO Racetrack for family fun 🎟️ Admission: 👧🧒 Kids 12 & under FREE 🎫 General Admission: $17 📅 3-Day Pass: $30 ⏰ Hours: 📅 Fri 4–9 PM | Sat 10 AM–9 PM | Sun 10 AM–6 PM 👉 Get your tickets now: https://bit.ly/McallenCarfest This isn’t just a car show, it’s the McAllen International CarFest! 🚘💥 #CarFest #McAllenInternationalCarFest #McallenTX #McAllen956 #RGV #RGV956Cars #Cars #CarShow

🚗🔥 Where engines roar and legends roll, CarFest hits McAllen. From January 30 - February 1, experience the ultimate car culture takeover at Oval Park with 300+ vehicles on display, indoor & outdoor exhibits, and nonstop energy all weekend long. 🎶 Two music stages with live entertainment & DJs 🍔 Food Truck Park 🍺 Beer Garden inside the Exhibit Hall 🔧 CarFest Swap Meet 🕹️ Arcade Zone 🧱 50-ft LEGO Racetrack for family fun 🎟️ Admission: 👧🧒 Kids 12 & under FREE 🎫 General Admission: $17 📅 3-Day Pass: $30 ⏰ Hours: 📅 Fri 4–9 PM | Sat 10 AM–9 PM | Sun 10 AM–6 PM 👉 Get your tickets now: https://bit.ly/McallenCarfest This isn’t just a car show, it’s the McAllen International CarFest! 🚘💥 #CarFest #McAllenInternationalCarFest #McallenTX #McAllen956 #RGV #RGV956Cars #Cars #CarShow

embassymcallen.com Steps away from the art, music, and culture! 🎨🎶 MXLAN returns to the McAllen Convention Center March 6-8, 2026, and we are right next door to the action. Wake up to our made-to-order breakfast before heading out to the festival, and unwind at our Evening Reception after a day of festivities. Don't wait—secure your suite for the biggest cultural celebration of the year! 🏨 Book your stay: embassymcallen.com #MXLAN2026 #EmbassySuites #McAllenConventionCenter #VisitMcAllen

#throwback to very early 1900s Downtown McAllen Main St. Explore McAllen History Today! 1pm-5pm, admission is FREE. Museum Hours: W-F: 1pm-5pm Saturday: Noon-4pm 301 S. Main Street McAllen TX 78501 Free admission + Free parking in the rear of the building. #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #texas #museum #exploremcallen #visitmcallen

🎓 Dance & Leadership Scholarship 2026 For College Students in the RGV The RGV Arts & Empowerment Foundation is offering a Dance & Leadership Scholarship for college students interested in movement, mentorship, and community impact. ✨ 1 full year of FREE dance classes ✨ Leadership & mentorship ✨ Assist at Que Padre Latin Dance Festival ✨ Certificate of Completion 🔹 Open to currently enrolled college students (any major) 🔹 Limited to 6 students 👉 Apply here: https://www.rhythmroomstudio.com/rgv-arts—empowerment.html #utrgv #stc #vaqueros #college

🚗🔥 CarFest is officially rolling into McAllen. 🔥🚗 From January 30 - February 1, experience the ultimate car culture takeover at Oval Park with 300+ vehicles on display, indoor & outdoor exhibits, and nonstop energy all weekend long. 🎶 Two music stages with live entertainment & DJs 🍔 Food Truck Park 🍺 Beer Garden inside the Exhibit Hall 🔧 CarFest Swap Meet 🕹️ Arcade Zone 🧱 50-ft LEGO Racetrack for family fun 🎟️ Admission: 👧🧒 Kids 12 & under FREE 🎫 General Admission: $17 📅 3-Day Pass: $30 ⏰ Hours: 📅 Fri 4–9 PM | Sat 10 AM–9 PM | Sun 10 AM–6 PM 👉 Get your tickets now: https://bit.ly/McallenCarfest This isn’t just a car show, it’s the McAllen International CarFest. 🚘💥 #CarFest #McAllenInternationalCarFest #McallenTX #McAllen956 #RGV #RGV956Cars #Cars #CarShow

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King.🙏🇺🇸🙏

🎓 Dance & Leadership Scholarship 2026 For College Students in the RGV The RGV Arts & Empowerment Foundation is offering a Dance & Leadership Scholarship for college students interested in movement, mentorship, and community impact. ✨ 1 full year of FREE dance classes ✨ Leadership & mentorship ✨ Assist at Que Padre Latin Dance Festival ✨ Certificate of Completion 🔹 Open to currently enrolled college students (any major) 🔹 Limited to 6 students 👉 Apply here: https://www.rhythmroomstudio.com/rgv-arts—empowerment.html #utrgv #stc #vaqueros #college

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A festival for Young Latino Culture. March 6-8

👑✨ Celebrating Tres Reyes Magos ✨👑 Our senior citizens at Palm View Community Center enjoyed a beautiful celebration honoring the tradition of Tres Reyes Magos, complete with sharing a delicious rosca and plenty of smiles. 🥖💛 A wonderful moment of culture, community, and cherished traditions, thank you to everyone who made it special!

McAllen Heritage Center - museum of history & culture updated their cover photo.

🎉 @Lunar New Year Festival at IMAS 📅 February 21, 2026 Join us for the 14th Annual Lunar New Year Festival as we welcome the Year of the Horse. Enjoy traditional Chinese, Korean, and Taiwanese games, crafts, calligraphy, performances, food vendors, and more. Shop from local vendors offering handmade crafts, art, jewelry, clothing, and treats inspired by Asian culture and traditions. It’s a full day of culture, community, and celebration at IMAS. Interested in being a vendor? Complete the Vendor Interest Form—space is limited. 🔗 More info: https://theimasonline.org/lunar-new-year-festival/ #IMAS #LunarNewYearFestival #YearOfTheHorse #RGVEvents #CulturalCelebration #SaveTheDate

Save the date and celebrate with us. 🎉 Lunar New Year Festival at IMAS 📅 February 21, 2026 Join us for the 14th Annual Lunar New Year Festival as we welcome the Year of the Horse. Enjoy traditional Chinese, Korean, and Taiwanese games, crafts, calligraphy, performances, food vendors, and more. Shop from local vendors offering handmade crafts, art, jewelry, clothing, and treats inspired by Asian culture and traditions. It’s a full day of culture, community, and celebration at IMAS. Interested in being a vendor? Complete the Vendor Interest Form—space is limited. 🔗 More info: link in bio #IMAS #LunarNewYearFestival #YearOfTheHorse #RGVEvents #CulturalCelebration #SaveTheDate

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Explore the rich culture and legacy of the Olmecs at IMAS! 🌎 Exploring the Olmecs at IMAS 📅 January 17, 2025 🕙 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Bring family and friends for a full day of learning as you discover the Olmecs and other Mesoamerican civilizations through hands-on activities and interactive experiences. Enjoy the Olmec Colossal Head Community Piñata Build, jaguar mask decorating, Ojo de Dios weaving, and more throughout the day. 🎨 Community Piñata Build Participate in a collaborative art project alongside artist Josuè Rawmirez, helping create a vibrant Olmec colossal head using colorful tissue paper. Rawmirez will exhibit Piñatabstract at IMAS in February 2026. 🎤 Special Presentations • 11:30 a.m. – IMAS Curator Marcelo Ramirez • 1:00 p.m. – Dr. Servando Hinojosa, Department of Anthropology, UTRGV 🎟️ Included with general admission ✨ Free for IMAS Members To learn more or get your advance tickets visit 'IMAS Links' in our bio.

Explore the rich culture and legacy of the Olmecs at IMAS! 🌎 Exploring the Olmecs at IMAS 📅 January 17, 2025 🕙 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Bring family and friends for a full day of learning as you discover the Olmecs and other Mesoamerican civilizations through hands-on activities and interactive experiences. Enjoy the Olmec Colossal Head Community Piñata Build, jaguar mask decorating, Ojo de Dios weaving, and more throughout the day. 🎨 Community Piñata Build Participate in a collaborative art project alongside artist Josuè Rawmirez, helping create a vibrant Olmec colossal head using colorful tissue paper. Rawmirez will exhibit Piñatabstract at IMAS in February 2026. 🎤 Special Presentations • 11:30 a.m. – IMAS Curator Marcelo Ramirez • 1:00 p.m. – Dr. Servando Hinojosa, Department of Anthropology, UTRGV 🎟️ Included with general admission ✨ Free for IMAS Members Advance tickets: https://sales.theimasonline.org/Tickets.aspx?ttc=ADM&ec=ADM24&ad=01/17/2026

The Rio Grande Valley is becoming the biggest exporter of Art & Entertainment. Our unique blend of Culture & Art can only be defined by us - together our songs, our stories are being written on the pages that define America's beauty - a beauty that celebrates our diversity and its healing power that it brings to the human spirit. #artist #TavoRayo #CineElRey #mcallentx #riograndevalley