September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! A FREE MPL card not only grants you access to over 317,000 physical items at MPL—books, DVDs, Blu-rays, audiobooks, and video games—but also over 175,000 digital items, including eBooks, digital audiobooks, streaming movies, and eMagazines. That’s over half a million items waiting for you to explore and enjoy! Stop by any McAllen Public Library location to open a library card account today and unlock free access to a wealth of resources.

Hey Book Lovers! Saying goodbye to the “lazy hazy days of summer! We’re kicking off the month of September with a tribute to Gilmore Girls! Join us throughout the month of September starting this Saturday, September 6th from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM for our FILL A BAG BOOK SALE.* JUCO Coffee will be serving up some of their favorites on the menu from 12-4 pm for our coffee, coffee, coffee POP UP! Be sure to come by and order the “Gilmore Girl” ☕️ 🍁 wear your sunscreen, the sale is outdoors! 🍁 Bring a book bag(or two). 🍁 pay $5+ inside the store. (Per bag) 🍁 fill it with books 🍁 drink coffee 🍁 go home, read, be happy. Do you read books 40 times over like Jess?? (Season ✌🏻) See ya soon! #gilmoregirls #september #fall #coffee #books #indiebookstore #mcallen #rgv

Did you know you can borrow digital books for FREE with the Libby App using your McAllen Public Library card? Enjoy your favorite books anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace. Open 24/7, the Libby App is your gateway to endless stories. Start reading today: libbyapp.com/library/mcallen

📚✨ Calling all book lovers! Join us at Las Palmas Community Center for our Book Club, where great stories and even better conversations come together. ☕💬 Whether you're a casual reader or a literary fanatic, there's a seat waiting for you. Let’s turn the page together! 📖 Register here: mcallenparks.net

McAllen Public Library welcomes kids and their families to explore, learn, and have fun! Libraries aren’t quiet, intimidating spaces—they’re lively community hubs where children can laugh, play, and discover the joy of reading. Kids can: ✔ Browse and pick out their own books ✔ Participate in storytimes, crafts, and events ✔ Enjoy interactive spaces designed just for them Make the Library part of your family routine! Whether you’re looking for a cozy reading spot, a fun activity, or just a place to explore, MPL is here for you. Come see what’s waiting for your family at your nearest branch!

Shop update!! Testing out some new hours of operation. We’ll be open Tuesday-Saturday 12PM-6PM. Closed Sunday and Monday for the time being. See y’all soon 😉

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Shop update!! Testing out some new hours of operation. We’ll be open Tuesday-Saturday 12PM-6PM. Closed Sunday and Monday for the time being. See y’all soon 😉

The Pop-Up on South Bentsen is in full swing!! Stop in and snag some treats or gifts from these incredible vendors, and don’t forget to grab a brisket sandwich. 😎

📚✨ Calling all book lovers! Join our new Book Club at Las Palmas Community Center! It's a welcoming space to read, connect, and discuss great stories together.💗 All readers welcome! ✨📚 Don't miss out and register today: mcallenparks.net

Need a fun and easy way to keep kids reading? Use your McAllen Public Library card to access TumbleBooks—an online collection of animated, talking picture books, read-alongs, and more! Perfect for young readers at home or on the go. Start exploring at mcallenlibrary.net/e-branch.

Closed for the day. Stay safe out there yall 💚

Closed for the day. Stay safe out there yall 💚

From kids camps to paint nights…this summer was one for the craft books! 📚🖌 Thank you for showing up and supporting your local craft studio! 💛 #craftsocialrgv #mcallentx #rgv #summervibes☀️ #craftysummer #kidsartcamp #exploremcallen #craftlocal

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Not just coffee—curated goods for curious minds. ☕️🛍️✨ From tees to sunnies to books you didn’t know you needed—our little shop inside COMMONSPACE is always evolving. Fresh drops, rotating gems, same cosmic vibe.

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🥗✨ Nourish your body, enlighten your mind! At FoodAmed, we serve more than just wholesome meals.We offer a journey to wellness. Dive into our curated selection of health books and let every bite and page guide you to a healthier lifestyle. 📚💚 ✨ Choose healing. Choose intention. Choose YOU. 
Tag someone who’s ready to start their journey 👉 #FoodAmed #HealthyEats #NourishToFlourish #EatSmartLiveWell #WellnessJourney #MindfulEating #HealthEducation #CleanEating #FoodieReads #AustinEats #HealthyLiving #BookLovers #FoodAndKnowledge #EatWellReadMore Order Here 📍 https://foodamed.com/ 
📲 Tag a friend ready to eat better & live better! #FoodAmed #FoodAsMedicine #PlantBasedHealing #VeganBenefits #HealthyLiving #VeganRGV #EatToHeal #DrCooperCares

Hey Book Lovers! You showed up today and bought us out of Mystery bags and our fun Blind Dates with a book!! Thank you for your constant support of our little bookshop and for loving books as much as we do! Enjoy the books and the special playlist. 🎶 Happy Reading 🫶🏻 Marty #booklovers #romancereads #indiebookshop#mcallen #rgv

Anyone need some first prints? 👀 Absolute Batman and Absolute Superman #1! Nice clean copies!

Foodamed Vegan Restaurant and Emporium

At FoodAMed, we’re more than a restaurant, We’re a movement for better health, stronger families, and empowered communities. From wholesome meal preps and fresh-pressed juices to comforting lattes, natural honey, and wellness books full of insight, it’s all here and made just for you. Discover, nourish, and thrive with us! Order online, dine in, or explore our wellness offerings. Healthy living has never felt this good. 🌿❤️📖🍵🍯McAllen, TX Where healthy meets delicious.📍 4108 N 10th St., McAllen, TX�🕙 Open 10 AM–8 PMOrder Here 📍 https://foodamed.com/�📲 Tag a friend ready to eat better & live better!#FoodAmed #DrCooperCares #HealthIsWealth #FoodAsMedicine #PlantBasedHealing #VeganRGV #ChooseWellness #nutrition #holistichealth #wellnessjourney #foodasmedicine

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At FoodAMed, we’re more than a restaurant, We’re a movement for better health, stronger families, and empowered communities. From wholesome meal preps and fresh-pressed juices to comforting lattes, natural honey, and wellness books full of insight, it’s all here and made just for you. Discover, nourish, and thrive with us! Order online, dine in, or explore our wellness offerings. Healthy living has never felt this good. 🌿❤️📖🍵🍯 McAllen, TX Where healthy meets delicious. 📍 4108 N 10th St., McAllen, TX
🕙 Open 10 AM–8 PM Order Here 📍 https://foodamed.com/ 
📲 Tag a friend ready to eat better & live better! #FoodAmed #DrCooperCares #HealthIsWealth #FoodAsMedicine #PlantBasedHealing #VeganRGV #ChooseWellness #nutrition #holistichealth #wellnessjourney #foodasmedicine

School’s almost in session… but first, let’s JUMP into fun! Join us on Friday, 8/8/25 for 3 HOURS of All-You-Can-Jump for just $9.99! 🤩🎟️ 🎯 Plus enjoy: 🎁 Raffles 🎉 Giveaways 🏆 Dodgeball Tournaments & so much MORE! 📍Grab your friends and let’s make this the most EPIC back-to-school kickoff ever! #HeliumTrampolinePark #BackToSchoolBash #RGVEvents #FamilyFun #TrampolineParty #Only999

Hey Book Lovers! We’re celebrating National Book Lovers’ Day and Romance Bookstore Day on August 9th from 12:00-6:00 pm. ♥️Look forward to $5 Romance Mystery grab bags! ♥️Uncover “Reading is Sexy” Blind Date Books (with a special treat in the pocket). ♥️Free Book Lover Bookmarks with every purchase until we run out! (Fun surprise on the bookmark..you don’t want to miss out!) ♥️Treat yourself to sweet treats for everyone! See ya soon🫶🏻 Marty #bookloversday #indiebookstore #McAllen #rgv

Love books, culture, and connecting with the community? Come be part of the excitement at the 2025 South Texas Book Festival, to be held on Saturday, October 25th. We’re looking for friendly and enthusiastic volunteers to help us create a fun and welcoming experience for everyone. Whether you're a book lover, need community service hours, or just enjoy being part of local events, we’ve got a spot for you. Details: bit.ly/stbfvolunteer25

Meet Loval Author Thursday, August 7th 5:30-7:00 pm E. Javier Gonzales brings three decades of storytelling experience from the elementary classroom to his debut fiction work, "Poor Boys and Pilgrims/Candy"—two intertwined tales set in the heart of South Texas. Gonzales has strong family roots throughout South Texas, giving him an intimate knowledge of the brush country landscape and tight-knit communities that serve as the backdrop for his stories.

📚 Save the Date! Our McAllen Public Library Advocates invite you to a Pop-Up Book Sale at the Main Library’s Bookstore on Saturday, August 9 from 9AM-2PM! Browse a great selection of gently used books, including bestselling authors, nonfiction gems, children’s books, romance, paperbacks, and libros en Español. Pricing: Hardbacks – $1.00 Paperbacks – $0.50 Credit or debit card only. Don’t forget to bring your own bag!

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Restock on some highly asked for Superman books! If you’re a fan of the most recent film, then you’ll definitely enjoy these reads! Get them now before they’re out of stock again!

Restock on some highly asked for Superman books! If you’re a fan of the most recent film, then you’ll definitely enjoy these reads! Get them now before they’re out of stock again!

Some pages in history are missing - some pages have been torn off while some have edited the truth. Today you can join Voices In Community Lecture Series to understand those missing pages and those edited parts - not to blame or shame but to better understand who we should forgive. - The Cine El Rey Group #history #riograndevalley #CineElRey #mcallentx

Excited to announce the dates for Yoga with Daq for the month of August! Bring your mat and don’t forget to stay hydrated 😇 To secure your spot, RSVP by sending your registration fee via Cashapp to $criaturah

Excited to announce the dates for Yoga with Daq for the month of August! Bring your mat and don’t forget to stay hydrated 😇 To secure your spot, RSVP by sending a message to criaturahh & registration fee of $15 via Cashapp to $criaturah

Starting next week and the whole month of August, we’ll be receiving these awesome J. Scott Campbell variant covers! If you have an existing pull subscription, let us know if you’d like to subscribe to any of these covers! If you don’t have a pull, we can send out invoices the day before the cover releases!

Hey Bookworms! New Books and Spooky vibes. 🐦‍⬛ Happy Reading! #spookybooks #indiebookstore #mcallen #rgv

Some keys going up on our Wall! Infinity Gauntlet full set, first appearance Isaiah Bradley, first appearance Spider-Man 2099, Ultimate Spider-Man first prints, and signed exclusive covers! More books currently going up our wall as we speak!

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Some keys going up on our Wall! Infinity Gauntlet full set, first appearance Isaiah Bradley, first appearance Spider-Man 2099, Ultimate Spider-Man first prints, and signed exclusive covers! More books currently going up our wall as we speak!

Hey Bookworms! Buy 2 BOOKS get 1 FREE TOMORROW! We have stacks and stacks of books waiting for you! See ya soon! Marty #booksbooksbooks #indiebookstore #mcallen #rgv

Hey Bookworms! Here comes August and the last dregs of summer. Get ready for your next Bookish adventures! 1st Children’s Story time with local author Patty Raymond 2:00-3:00 pm 2nd Back to School Sale! Buy 2 Books get 1 (preloved)free All Day! 📚 7th Book signing with Local Author Ernesto Gonzales 5:30-7:00 9th National Book Lovers Day Romance Book Day! “Reading is Sexy” Blind Dates 🥰 16th Mini Library Craft (back by popular demand!) 10:30-12:00 pm 30th Mary Shelley’s birthday 🧟 Frankenstein Silent Reading 5:00-6:00 pm Happy Reading! Marty #booksish #events #indiebookstore #mcallen #rgv

🎤 WASTELAND: LIVE AT ROOSEVELT’S 🎸 A decade of the RGV music scene—retold by the ones who lived it. 🗓 Thursday, Aug 14th, 2025 ⏰ 7:30PM 📍 Roosevelt’s at 7 in McAllen | 821 N Main St We’re revisiting 1998–2008 with a live panel, special guests, and a community Q&A. DJ sets by Kid Citrus 🎶 Zine love, stories, and memories from the underground 🖤 👥 Featuring: Robert Godinez Ali Wagner Angela Garza Bobby Guevera Buzzed On Books Rarely Groovy & more... Don't miss this one-night time warp.

🎤 WASTELAND: LIVE AT ROOSEVELT’S 🎸 A decade of the RGV music scene—retold by the ones who lived it. 🗓 Thursday, Aug 14th, 2025 ⏰ 7:30PM 📍 Roosevelt’s at 7 in McAllen | 821 N Main St We’re revisiting 1998–2008 with a live panel, special guests, and a community Q&A. DJ sets by Kid Citrus 🎶 Zine love, stories, and memories from the underground 🖤 👥 Featuring: Robert Godinez Ali Wagner Angela Garza Bobby Guevera Buzzed On Books Rarely Groovy & more... Don’t miss this one-night time warp.

Hey Bookworms! Today is National Paperback Book Day! Here’s how to celebrate paperback book day? Buy the BOOK, get the coffee, READ all day! 🤓 And as always, most of our Books are 10-50% off the cover price! See ya soon! Marty #indiebookstore #mcallen #rgv

Hey Bookworms! Bring the littles and join us for Story Time and dance time on Friday August 1st from 2:00-3:00 pm! Patty York Raymond is a multi-award-winning author best known for her engaging children’s picture books that feature rich language, incorporate music and movement, and celebrate family and cultural heritage. Her work has received national recognition from esteemed organizations, including the International Latino Book Awards, the Texas Authors Association, the NYC Big Book Awards, the Purple Dragonfly Book Awards, the Skipping Stones Honor Awards, the Regal Summit Book Awards, the Firebird Book Awards, and the International Book Awards. Books will be available for purchase! #localauthor #childrensbookauthor #indiebookstore #mcallen #rgv