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Prepare for an exciting night of traditional casino games (blackjack, poker, roulette, slot machines), a 360° photo booth, and a delicious taquiza! Attend our Fiesta! Casino Fundraiser and Taquiza Night at the Library on Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 6:00-10:00PM in support of the South Texas Book Festival.

Tickets are $100 each and may be purchased online at bit.ly/stbftickets, by calling (956) 681-3006, and by check made out to “McAllen Public Library” and mailed to McAllen Public Library, 4001 N. 23rd Street, McAllen, TX 78504. This event is hosted by McAllen Public Library's Advisory Board and all proceeds go towards the 2023 South Texas Book Festival.

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Your ticket gets you:

• one person entry to the Casino Fundraiser & Taquiza Night event
• a taquiza and drinks
• Casino Night chips
• a fun, after-hours VIP experience at the Library
• chances to win great prizes
• keepsake 360° photo
• commemorative thank you gift

Download a copy of the Fundraiser flyer here: Fiesta! Flyer

McAllen Public Library received the Best in Show Award from the prestigious Texas Library Association's Branding Iron Awards! The award was presented for the 2021 Wild West Casino Fundraiser, which directly supported the STBF and was hosted by the MPL Advisory Board.

Details:
https://www.mcallenlibrary.net/stbf/awards

Timeless Classic Level
$4,000

Benefits of the Timeless Classic Level Sponsorship include:

12 Person Entries to the Casino Fundraiser and Taquiza Night with VIP Early Access.
Social Media: Weekly Star Sponsor Exclusive 15-second highlight for 4 weeks prior to STBF.
MPL Connect: Our monthly digital newsletter for McAllen Public Library has a reach up to 31,800 potential subscribers. Your organization will be featured as an Exclusive STBF sponsor in the October 2023 MPL Connect Newsletter.
Website Teaser: Featured Sponsor highlight on STBF website.
STBF Publications & Media: Featured Sponsor logo will be included in:
- STBF Save the Date Flyer - STBF Poster - Festival Program - Media Advisory
City-Wide Digital Signs: A digital sign promoting STBF with Featured Sponsor logo will be displayed on digital screens at City of McAllen locations.

Activation

Choice of One:
- STBF Activation - Trick-or-Treat Trail Activation

Bestseller Level
$2,000

Benefits of the Bestseller Level Sponsorship include:

8 Person Entries to the Casino Fundraiser and Taquiza Night.
Social Media: Weekly individual sponsor highlight for 4 weeks prior to STBF.
MPL Connect: Our monthly digital newsletter for McAllen Public Library has a reach up to 31,800 potential subscribers. Your organization will be featured as an official STBF sponsor in the October 2023 MPL Connect Newsletter.
Website Teaser: Sponsor highlight on STBF website.
STBF Publications & Media: Sponsor logo will be included in:
- STBF Save the Date Flyer - STBF Poster - Festival Program - Media Advisory
City-Wide Digital Signs: A digital sign promoting STBF with sponsor logos will be displayed on digital screens at City of McAllen locations.

Activation

Choice of One:
- STBF Activation - Trick-or-Treat Trail Activation

Goodreads Level
$1,000

Benefits of the Goodreads Level Sponsorship include:

5 Person Entries to the Casino Fundraiser and Taquiza Night.
Social Media: Collective sponsor highlight prior to STBF.
MPL Connect: Our monthly digital newsletter for McAllen Public Library has a reach up to 31,800 potential subscribers. Your organization will be featured as an official STBF sponsor in the October 2023 MPL Connect Newsletter.
Website Teaser: Sponsor highlight on STBF website.
STBF Publications & Media: Collective sponsor logos will be included in:
- STBF Save the Date Flyer - STBF Poster - Festival Program - Media Advisory

Literacy Advocate Level
$100

Benefits of the Literacy Advocate Level Sponsorship include:

1 Person Entry to the Casino Fundraiser and Taquiza Night.

The Casino Fundraiser and Taquiza Night in the Library provides sponsorship that goes directly to STBF and reinforces the impact our celebration of literature has on our community.