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Prepare for an exciting evening of traditional casino games (blackjack, poker, roulette, slot machines) during the Monte Carlo Casino Night Fundraiser at the Main Library on Saturday, September 21, 2024 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 will go towards the 2024 South Texas Book Festival.

 

Your ticket to the event includes:


• Admission for one to the Monte Carlo Casino Night Fundraiser
• 2 drink tickets to enjoy wine or beer
• Access to a delectable grazing table
• Casino Night chips for gaming fun
• A fun, after-hours VIP experience at the Library
• Chances to win great prizes
• A keepsake photo
• A commemorative thank you gift

 

Purchase Tickets

 

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The Monte Carlo Casino Night Fundraiser provides sponsorship that goes directly to STBF and reinforces the impact our celebration of literature has on our community. We appreciate your support and look forward to collaborating with you for the success of the 2024 South Texas Book Festival.

For inquiries or to explore tailored sponsorship options, please reach out to Library Administration at 956-681-3006.

We provide a range of benefits to our valued sponsors, with further details available here:

Button Sponsorship Booklet

           

           

    Circle Fundraiser Awards

    The annual South Texas Book Festival Fundraiser has earned recognition as an award-winning event, with accolades earned over the years. Below are some of the prestigious awards it has garnered:

    • 2024 Texas Library Association Branding Iron Award for Fundraising in the Public Library Division
      For the 2023 Fiesta! Casino Fundraiser & Taquiza Night
    • 2023 International Festival & Events Association Pinnacle Award for Best Event Within an Event to Benefit a Cause
      For the 2022 Wild West Casino Night Fundraiser
    • 2023 Texas Festival & Events Association Kalliff Marketing Award for Best Event Within an Event to Benefit a Cause
      For the 2022 Wild West Casino Night Fundraiser
    • 2022 Texas Library Association Best in Show Award
      For the 2022 Wild West Casino Night Fundraiser
    • 2022 International Festival & Events Association Pinnacle Award for Best Event Within an Event to Benefit a Cause
      For the 2021 Wild West Casino Night Fundraiser

         

         

    View images from our past STBF Fundraisers!

         


         



         



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