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McAllen Public Library invites you to the ninth annual Día celebration, honoring El día de los niños/ El día de los libros (Children’s Day/ Book Day). Taking place on Sunday, April 28, 2024, from 2-4 PM at Main Library, this vibrant event promises an engaging lineup of activities for children and teens.

Highlights include author presentations by Monica Velasquez and Gaby Tijerina, free books for children and teens (while supplies last), music, performances, snacks, crafts, community partners, and more! Don't miss this celebration of children and literacy. For more information, contact the Children’s Department at 956.681.3010.

     


     

Fountain 3Main Library
4001 N. 23rd Street
McAllen, TX 78504
(p) 956.681.3010

     


     

     

Time ImageSunday, April 28, 2024
2:00-4:00PM


     


     

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Join us for a day filled with excitement! Activities will include photo ops with Pete the Cat, engaging Storytime sessions, crafts, free books for youth, a gaming room for teens, delicious snacks, music, performances, and much more!

Our Special Guests Lineup includes:

- Nikki Rowe Mariachi Azteca
- Storytime with Author Gaby Tijerina, Abuela’s Fideo
- Storytime with Author Monica Velasquez, The Wait Until Sunday for Pan Dulce
- A special appearance by Pete the Cat

     


     

Día has been honored with multiple awards, recognizing its excellence as an event. Here are some of the accolades that MPL has received:

2023 Festival
Gold: 
Best Promotional Brochure from the Texas Festival & Events Association
Best Children’s Program from the Texas Festival & Events Association

Silver: 
Best Single Digital Ad from the Texas Festival & Events Association
Best Ad Series from the International Festivals & Events Association

Bronze: 
Best Ad Series from the International Festivals & Events Association

2022 Festival
Gold: 
Best Ad Series from the Texas Festival & Events Association
Best Single Newspaper Display Ad from the Texas Festival & Events Association

Silver: 
Best Children’s Programming from the Texas Festival & Events Association
Best Children's Programming from the International Festivals & Events Association


     

     


     

View images from past festivals!      

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