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#TBT to the Old Main Library, which opened its doors 74 years ago on May 28, 1950. Dedicated as a tribute to honor McAllenites who served and died in WWII, the building began with the Children’s Department and grew over time to include a mezzanine and a third floor for administrative offices. Before our current home, this 34,000 sq. ft. space was where generations of readers discovered their love for books. Its legacy lives on in every page turned and story shared at McAllen Public Library today.

[McAllen, Texas: Home of the Texas Ruby Red Grapefruit and Square Dancing Capital of the World]

#TBT to the 1995 Mission Citrus Fiesta Parade! We found this unedited footage in The Portal to Texas History—featuring local bands, dancers, floats, and all the Valley vibes. Link:

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#TBT to last month's Día de los Niños celebration at Main Library! A big thank you to our Library Advisory Board for their continued support at library events. Pictured in the first picture are (left to right): Kristina Garcia (Assistant Director of Public Services), Dr. Nathaniel R. De La Cruz (Board Member), Ann Anderson (Board Member), and Kate Horan (Library Director).

#TBT to last month's Día de los Niños celebration at Main Library! A big thank you to our Library Advisory Board for their continued support at library events. Pictured in the first picture are (left to right): Kristina Garcia (Assistant Director of Public Services), Dr. Nathaniel R. De La Cruz (Board Member), Ann Anderson (Board Member), and Kate Horan (Library Director).