MPL Teens

MPL Teens page dedicated to teen events, services, and resources across the McAllen Public Library system.

MPL Teen's website
https://mcallenlibrary.net/services/teens/

September is here and we’ve got a full line up of fun programs! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us at Paleta Picn...
08/31/2026

September is here and we’ve got a full line up of fun programs! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us at Paleta Picnic on Sept. 17, where you can enjoy a cool treat while learning about the experience of running a Hispanic-owned business. Then, join us on Sept. 22 for Make a Muñeca Maria, a hands-on craft where you’ll create your own Mexican artisanal doll. 🍧🎉🧵

Program: Where It Clicks: AI Game Design WorkshopDate & Time: Sept. 5th | 2PMLocation: Main BranchLove games? Come make ...
08/30/2026

Program: Where It Clicks: AI Game Design Workshop
Date & Time: Sept. 5th | 2PM
Location: Main Branch
Love games? Come make your own at our AI workshop where you’ll use artificial intelligence to design, build and publish a web game!

Grab those markers, crayons, and colored pencils because it’s time to turn a bookmark into something BIG! 🎨📚The South Te...
08/27/2026

Grab those markers, crayons, and colored pencils because it’s time to turn a bookmark into something BIG! 🎨📚

The South Texas International Book Festival's Youth Bookmark Contest is officially open! Young artists ages 5–18 from Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr, and Willacy counties are invited to create a bookmark inspired by this year’s theme, "Pages to Possibilities." Show us your story, your dreams, where you hope to go, or what an amazing future could look like!

Entries are due Friday, October 2 by 5:00PM. Pick up an entry form at any McAllen Public Library location or download yours here: https://bit.ly/stibfyouthcontest

Program: Crafted CoversDate & Time: Aug. 27th | 6PMLocation: Main BranchGrab a needle and thread and learn how to DIY yo...
08/22/2026

Program: Crafted Covers
Date & Time: Aug. 27th | 6PM
Location: Main Branch

Grab a needle and thread and learn how to DIY your own journal! From designing the cover to sewing in the pages, join us in creating something truly one of a kind. 🧵📖✂

Supplies will be provided.

Program: Back to School Movie NightDate & Time: Aug. 25th | 6PMLocation: Main BranchBeat the first week of school blues ...
08/20/2026

Program: Back to School Movie Night
Date & Time: Aug. 25th | 6PM
Location: Main Branch

Beat the first week of school blues with snacks and a movie. Invite your crew to witness an iconic chaotic-sibling duo, a terrible garage band, and an epic house party. 🎒🍿🎬

Snacks will be provided.

Makerspace: Tie DyeLocation: Palm View Branch LibraryDate: Saturday, August 22Time: 2:00PMUnleash your inner creativity ...
08/19/2026

Makerspace: Tie Dye
Location: Palm View Branch Library
Date: Saturday, August 22
Time: 2:00PM

Unleash your inner creativity by tie-dyeing your own T-shirt! Teens ages 11–18 will learn fun tie-dye techniques to twist, dye, and transform fabric into a unique, colorful creation. Registration is required. 🤩



Register: https://mcallenlibrary.libnet.info/event/16982190

Program: Once Upon a SongDate & Time: Aug. 22nd | 2PMLocation: Main BranchNeed a little magic after the first week of sc...
08/17/2026

Program: Once Upon a Song
Date & Time: Aug. 22nd | 2PM
Location: Main Branch

Need a little magic after the first week of school? Sing songs from your favorite magical movies in this fun karaoke session! ✨🎤

Program: AniManga Club: Guess the OpeningDate & Time: Aug. 20th | 6PMLocation: Main BranchTime to put your anime knowle...
08/15/2026

Program: AniManga Club: Guess the Opening
Date & Time: Aug. 20th | 6PM
Location: Main Branch

Time to put your anime knowledge to the test! Bring the squad to see who can name the anime from its opening song. May the best otaku win! 🎶📺💥

Recap of Youth STEM Discovery at Palm View Branch!✨Tweens took on different STEM challenges, from learning anatomy, test...
08/13/2026

Recap of Youth STEM Discovery at Palm View Branch!✨

Tweens took on different STEM challenges, from learning anatomy, testing density on different objects, and learning about our solar systems! On the final date, we test our knowledge with Jeopardy & Family Feud style games. ⚛🤓

Thank you to Luis & Santiago for leading these fun activities!

Address

4001 N 23rd Street
McAllen, TX
78504

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 1pm - 9pm

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+19566813090

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