🎨 Paint, sip, and relax! ☕ Start your morning with a warm cup of coffee and a splash of creativity at Canvas & Coffee! This instructor-guided painting session is perfect for all skill levels—whether you’re a total beginner or just looking to have some artsy fun. All supplies are provided, and you’ll leave with your […]
Quiet Mind Yoga Studio will be at Quinta Mazatlan for a Spring/Summer Series of outdoor yoga happening every other Wednesday of the month from 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Guests are welcomed […]
📚✨ Celebrate International Literacy Day with us! ✨📚 Books for your mind. Snacks for your tummy. Testing for your health. 📚🍪🩺 Join us this International Literacy Day and let’s celebrate learning, community, and self-care together! Join us for an evening of: 📖 Free books to take home 🍎 Snacks to keep you fueled 🩺 Free, […]
McAllen Public Library invites the community to “Celebrate Our Roots & Stories” at the 12th Annual South Texas Book Festival, happening at the Main Library (4001 N. 23rd St.) on Saturday, October 25, 2025. This free festival, presented by H-E-B Helping Here, is a celebration of books, culture, and imagination with a lineup of authors […]
What an honor! We’re going to be joined in-store by wonderful educators from UTRGV’s Community Historical Archaeology Project with Schools (CHAPS) Program. They’re going to introduce their fascinating short documentary film exploring the natural landscapes of our Lower Rio Grande Valley (LRGV). Much of its remarkable history is “hiding in plain sight”: ancient beaches and […]
Dive into the fascinating world of natural color at this hands-on Cochineal Pigment Painting workshop. Guests will learn about the cochineal insect and the rich carmine pigment it produces—an iconic dye that has been used for centuries in Renaissance art, Indigenous textiles, and beyond. Participants will create their own paint pigment using cochineal insects, explore […]
Honored to Welcome Navy Week to the RGV! For the first time ever, Navy Week brings Sailors, live performances, educational experiences, and community events to our region. As part of the national lead-up to America’s 250, Navy Week connects our community to the Navy’s mission of service, freedom, and independence. From public performances and outreach […]
Honored to Welcome Navy Week to the RGV! For the first time ever, Navy Week brings Sailors, live performances, educational experiences, and community events to our region. As part of the national lead-up to America’s 250, Navy Week connects our community to the Navy’s mission of service, freedom, and independence. From public performances and outreach […]
🐴🎊 Lunar New Year Festival 🎊🐴📅 February 21, 2026⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM 📍 Location: 1900 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX Celebrate the 14th Annual Lunar New Year Festival at IMAS and welcome the Year of the Horse with a full day of culture, community, and fun! Experience a vibrant festival featuring traditional Chinese, […]
A book presentation at McAllen Public Library of “Praisesong for the People: Poems from the Heart & Soul of Texas.” Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating voices of the Rio Grande Valley, experiencing the storytelling that reflects the culture, history, and spirit of the Valley. Featuring Amanda Johnston, Jan Seale, Avery C. Castillo, Amanda […]
The World Cultures Festival at McAllen Public Library celebrates the traditions, stories, and experiences that connect communities around the world. Formerly known as the World Languages Festival, the event has grown to highlight culture in a broader way while continuing to recognize the important role language plays in shaping identity and heritage. Through live performances, […]
New to computers? This beginner-friendly class teaches basic mouse and keyboard skills in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Designed for adults with no prior computer experience, this hands-on class introduces essential […]