March 2016 Main Library

Adult

Programming

Welcome to the

Main Library! We are pleased to have several programs & events for our adult

patrons. Most programs are free of charge. Some require pre-registration.

For details, visit us in person, online,

through Facebook or call our Information Desk at (956) 681-3000.

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Bienvenidos a la Biblioteca Pública de McAllen! Nos da gusto ofrecer diferentes programas y eventos a nuestros usuarios adultos. La mayoría de los programas son

gratis. Algunos requieren registración previa.

Para más detalles, visítenos en persona, en nuestro sitio web, en Facebook, o

llámenos en el Information Desk al (956) 681-3000.

Main Library 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen, TX 78504 | 956.681.3000 www.mcallenlibrary.net www.facebook.com/mcallenlibrary www.twitter.com/mcallenlibrary

Excel 2010 Basics Tuesday, March 8 6:00 - 8:00PM New to Excel? Come and get an overview of how to create and navigate a spreadsheet and how to write and edit basic formulas in this hands-on class. A USB drive is optional to save exercises. Computer and keyboard skills required. Registration required. Valley Roots Series: Valley Myths, Folklore, and Other Stories Wednesday, March 16 7:00 - 8:30PM Join us for the March session of our Valley Roots Series, “Valley Myths, Folklore, and Other Stories” presented by Valley author David Bowles. A product of an ethnically diverse family with Latino roots, Bowles has lived most of his life in the Río Grande Valley. He is the recipient of awards from the American Library Association, Texas Institute of Letters and Texas Associated Press, and has written several books. His recent book, The Smoking Mirror, has won the Pura Belpré Honor Book Award. Registration required.

It’s Kitten Season! Saturday, March 19 3:00 - 4:00PM Spring is the time of year when the most litters of kittens are born, and communities experience the most challenges with the overpopulation of stray cats. What should you do if you come across a litter of kittens? How do you know if a kitten needs rescuing? Palm Valley Animal Center has the answers to your questions and many great tips to share at this program for all ages. Registration required. MPL Book Club Tuesday, March 22 7:00 - 8:30PM Book club members meet to discuss this month’s selection, Orphan Train, by Christine Baker Kline. For more information, or to join the club, contact Beverly in the Reference department. Registration is required. Registration required. Coloring for Adults Thursday, March 24 3:00 - 4:00PM Coloring is not just for kids! Studies have shown that it is a calming method of relaxation for adults. Come unwind with us at the end of the week. Colored pencils, coloring pages, and relaxing music will be provided. Registration required.

Small Business Seminar- Branding Thursday, March 31 10:00AM - 12:00PM Are you starting a small business? Wondering about ways to market and brand your business? Join us for this informative seminar on business branding taught by the UTRGV Small Business Development Center. Registration required. GED Classes The McAllen Public Library, in collaboration with Region One Education Service Center, will be offering free GED classes. For more information, please call Region One at 956-984-6274. Clases de Inglés ESL La Biblioteca Pública de McAllen, en colaboración con Región Uno Centro de Servicios Educativos, ofrece clases de Inglés como segundo idioma (ESL). Para información llame a la Oficina de Educación para Adultos de Region Uno, 956-984-6274. ESL Classes The McAllen Public Library, in collaboration with Region One Education Service Center, is offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. For more information, call Region One at 956-984-6274.

Tejiendo con Amigas Jueves, Marzo 3, 10, 17, 24 6:00 - 7:30PM Rosalina Armenta les enseñara el arte de tejer con estambre y dos agujas o ganchillo croché. Aprenda los puntos básicos del tejido o traiga su proyecto para mostrarnos y servir de inspiración. Para adulto y adolescents de todos los niveles. Cupo limitado. MPL Writing Circle Thursday, March 3 6:30 - 8:30PM The MPL Writing Circle meets twice per month. In a safe workshop setting, members are encouraged to share their writing, no matter the genre, format, or style. Feedback is given based on the author’s request. Be our guest for a couple of meetings! Registration required. Saturday Afternoon Cinema Saturday, March 5, 12, 19 2:00 - 5:00PM Spend your Saturday afternoon with us! We will view and discuss three timeless Criterion Series films: The Seventh Seal on March 5th, Chronicles of a Summer on March 12th and Rashomon on March 19th. Mark Hernandez of Platydroid Productions will lead the discussion of each film’s themes and how they relate to current society. Registration required.