Wednesday, December 17 All Day

McAllen Public Library

Find Shelfie the Elf hiding around the library! Spot him, tell us where, and win a prize! Runs all December until Christmas!

Wednesday, December 17 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Join us for an inclusive storytime full of interactive songs, stories, rhymes, and sensory exploration.

Wednesday, December 17 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Join us for "Cre-Ate Your Plate," a hands-on program where families can work together to create delicious and healthy snacks. It's a fun way for children to get creative in the kitchen!

Wednesday, December 17 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Calling all homeschoolers! Unlock your creativity at the Homeschool Art Zone!

Wednesday, December 17 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Have fun planning a Christmas party on a budgetfull of cheer, creativity, and kid-friendly holiday magic!

Wednesday, December 17 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Tis the Season! Cozy up with a fun STEM activity with marshmallows and enjoy your yummy creations with hot cocoa! While supplies lasts. Open to children of all ages.

Wednesday, December 17 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Come have fun with clay at Lark Branch Library's Adult Sculpting Program!

Wednesday, December 17 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Join us for an inspiring nature speaker series where each month brings a fresh topic, new voices, and exciting discoveries about the world around us. Join us for an inspiring nature speaker series where each month we welcome a new guest and a new nature topic to spark learning, connection, and wonder. This November is all about hawks!Bring: Water, binoculars if you have themMeet: Headquarters, tram turnaroundCost: Entry fee is $5 for adults and FREE 12 & under (Park entry free with Texas State Park Pass.).Registration: Reservations required.  Sign-up starts on the 1st.  Reserve your spot online.*Events and programs are subject to cancellation due to weather. Please contact park staff for more information and the latest updates.

Thursday, December 18 All Day

McAllen Public Library

Find Shelfie the Elf hiding around the library! Spot him, tell us where, and win a prize! Runs all December until Christmas!

Thursday, December 18 All Day

McAllen Public Library

Create your own movable Nutcracker puppet!

Thursday, December 18 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Attention all Crafters! Come learn tips and tricks on different crafting techniques. Beginners to intermediate crafters welcome.

Thursday, December 18 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm

McAllen Public Library

Grab your friends and join us at the library for a cozy evening cinema and hot cocoa. Visit the Teens Department to vote for your top pick Dec 1-17! For teens in 6th to 12th graders.

Thursday, December 18 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm

McAllen Public Library

Movie will be this month's book selection.

Thursday, December 18 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Snuggle up for a night where cozy vibes meet crafty hands. Learn to crochet a coaster, just in time for warm drink season. Perfect for beginners! Supplies will be provided.

Thursday, December 18 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Bring the family to make festive ornaments and holiday cards this season. Create and share some holiday cheer! Supplies will be provided.

Thursday, December 18 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of ornament crafting with cozy vibes, holiday tunes, and plenty of sparkle. All materials providedjust bring your imagination and festive spirit. ???

Thursday, December 18 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

McAllen Public Library

Join MPL's Diverse Voices Book Club! Discover great reads and share meaningful conversations with friendly faces in a welcoming space!

Friday, December 19 All Day

McAllen Public Library

Join us for a festive Friday Feature full of holiday cheer, mischief, and a whole lot of green! Watch as one cranky who discovers that the true spirit of the season cant be stolenonly shared.

Friday, December 19 All Day

McAllen Public Library

Find Shelfie the Elf hiding around the library! Spot him, tell us where, and win a prize! Runs all December until Christmas!

Friday, December 19 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Stop by the Lark Branch Library for our Take & Make craft kits for kids! *while supplies last*

Friday, December 19 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Stop by the Lark Branch Library for our Take & Make craft kits for kids! *while supplies last*

Friday, December 19 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

McAllen Public Library

Hang out and polish your gaming skills! Play tournaments with our Nintendo Switch or bring your own console and play with your friends.

Saturday, December 20 All Day

McAllen Public Library

Find Shelfie the Elf hiding around the library! Spot him, tell us where, and win a prize! Runs all December until Christmas!

Saturday, December 20 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Join local author for a storytime reading of The Christmas Pinata.

Saturday, December 20 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Astronomy is not just for night owls! Join us and discover some of the unique features of the daytime sky and the science behind them. What are clouds made of?  Why is the sky blue? Why is the moon out in the daytime?  These questions and more will be answered in this interactive program for all ages.  Start off by learning about some of the beautiful sights that can be seen in the daytime sky.  Then, observe some of these phenomena in real life.  Learn about safe solar viewing practices, and some of the stories the sky has to tell us. Meet: Park Headquarters, Meeting Room Bring: Water, weather appropriate clothing, bug spray, and sunscreen Registration: Register your spot here Cost: Entry fee is $5 for adults and FREE 12 & under (Park entry free with Texas State Park Pass.).*Events and programs are subject to cancellation or modification due to weather. Please contact park staff for more information and the latest updates.

Saturday, December 20 from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Join us this December for a chance to relax and celebrate the holidays with a festive activity!

Saturday, December 20 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Prepare yourself for a wild adventure and never-ending fun! Dice and characters will be available. Limited seating available

Sunday, December 21 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.

Sunday, December 21 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Celebrate the season of giving! Swap up to 5 gently used books for new reads and share the joy of reading.

Monday, December 22 All Day

McAllen Public Library

Find Shelfie the Elf hiding around the library! Spot him, tell us where, and win a prize! Runs all December until Christmas!

Monday, December 22 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Time to get crafty, teens! Bring your creativity, friends and holiday spirit to design unique cards and gift tags for the upcoming holidays. Supplies will be provided.??

Monday, December 22 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Make your own delicious gingerbread house using delicious treats!

Tuesday, December 23 All Day

McAllen Public Library

Find Shelfie the Elf hiding around the library! Spot him, tell us where, and win a prize! Runs all December until Christmas!

Tuesday, December 23 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to enjoy our Play Space. For children 0 5 years old.

Tuesday, December 23 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Choose a 3D printed design then bring it to life with paint. Decorate some holiday ornaments into new color schemes! Supplies will be provided.?

Saturday, December 27 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Fun activities for our future Rangers! Enjoy a nature walk, create your own ornament usingnative plants and learn the fascinating history about Christmas trees! Jr. Ranger Club at Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park and World Birding CenterOne of the most important traits of a park ranger is the desire to learn about the world around us. This program provides a fun and educational activity that connects kids of all ages with nature.  Participants can also pick up a Junior Ranger activity book which will allow them to become official Junior Rangers!Bring: Sunscreen, hat, water, comfortable shoesSuggested Audience:  3rd Grade to adultMeet: HQ, Tram TurnaroundRegistration: Reservations Required. Registration starts on the 1st.  Reserve your spot onlineCost: Entry fee is $5 for ages 13 & older and FREE 12 & under (Park entry free with Texas State Park Pass.)*Events and programs are subject to cancellation due to weather. Please contact park staff for more information and the latest updates.

Saturday, December 27 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Prepare yourself for a wild adventure and never-ending fun! Dice and characters will be available. Limited seating available

Sunday, December 28 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Activities that will make you go oooh, eeek, yay and more.

Monday, December 29 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes together with Ms. Sandra!

Tuesday, December 30 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to enjoy our Play Space. For children 0 5 years old.

Tuesday, December 30 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Join us for loom knitting and crocheting

Wednesday, December 31 from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Children and their families are invited to bring in the new year at 12 noon. Count down to 2026 with lots of fun games. (Space is limited.)

Thursday, January 1 from 9:00 am to 11:30 am

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Ring in the NEW year on this OLD trail. Spend the first day of 2026 in nature!  Take a hike on the easy 1.5-mile* Resaca Vieja Trail.  *Distance from trail head.  Add .5 miles each way from park store.Bring: Water, bug spray, comfortable shoes, weather appropriate clothingMeet: Headquarters, Tram TurnaroundCost: Entry fee is $5 for ages 13 & older and FREE 12 & under (Park entry free with Texas State Park Pass.)Registration:  Registration Not Required*Events and programs are subject to cancellation due to weather. Please contact park staff for more information and the latest updates. Resaca Vieja Trail More information about this event…

Friday, January 2 from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Birders of all skill levels are invited to help survey birds in our count circle. Participation is free. 126th Audubon's Christmas Bird Count continues!Citizen science data gathered through CBC have uncovered critical information beneficial to bird conservation efforts. Our challenge is to adequately document all expected (and unexpected) bird species.Contact compiler Roy J Rodriguez for more information and to sign up for a count area: (956) 584-9156, 228.  More information about this event…

Monday, January 5 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. Appointments are offered on Mondays and Wednesdays, between 9:30AM and 3:30PM.

Wednesday, January 7 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. Appointments are offered on Mondays and Wednesdays, between 9:30AM and 3:30PM.

Thursday, January 8 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

McAllen Public Library

MPL is hosting a monthly event that brings adults together to meet other fans and discuss popular manga and anime titles! See you there!

Saturday, January 10 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Join us for a Nature Series presentation with Ashley Gregory from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension as she explores native plants of the RGV and shares practical tips for planting in our local landscape.

Saturday, January 10 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Mission Historical Museum

Join us at the Mission Historical Museum on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 11AM-12PM for a lecture by Melissa Guerra, renowned food writer, historian, and 8th-generation South Texan. In her presentation, “Our First Foods – The Origins of Cuisine Along the Texas–Mexico Border,” Guerra will offer an exploration of the earliest foodways along the Rio Grande, revealing how our region’s distinctive cuisine grew from its unique environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how the border’s earliest culinary roots continue to shape the Rio Grande Valley today!

Sunday, January 11 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Join our Sunday Book Club to explore great reads and enjoy thoughtful conversations. Perfect for book lovers looking to connect!

Monday, January 12 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. Appointments are offered on Mondays and Wednesdays, between 9:30AM and 3:30PM.

Tuesday, January 13 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Mission Historical Museum

The Mission Historical Museum invites you to explore the art of quilting with our 20th Annual Mission Quilt Show Exhibit, available from Jan 13th - Feb 27th. Be sure to mark your calendars for the Turning of the Quilts & Awards Ceremony on Feb 6th at 2 p.m. Admission is free for both events! Those interested in submitting a quilt for the exhibit can drop by the museum located at 900 Doherty Ave in Mission to fill out an entry form to submit their piece before the January 6th deadline. For any further questions please call (956) 580-8646.

Tuesday, January 13 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm

McAllen Public Library

Calling all Gamers!

Wednesday, January 14 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

McAllen Public Library

Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. Appointments are offered on Mondays and Wednesdays, between 9:30AM and 3:30PM.

Wednesday, January 14 from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm

McAllen Public Library

BASIC COMPUTER CLASS - Come join us and learn basic computer skills in this classroom setting. This class will be focused on Keyboard and Mouse