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PROGRAMS & EVENTS FOR ALL AGES
SPRING
JANUARY-MAY 2021
PROGRAM GUIDE
mckinney public
library system
mckinneypubliclibrary.org
Weekly & Monthly Calendar
Little Ones (0-5 Years) Teens (6th-12th Grade)
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TODDLER TIME third DIY MUSICIAN*
(16 months – 3 years)
Encourage early literacy, social development and imagination
M Billie Eilish made her first songs on a computer from home, so
why can’t you? Learn the basics of electronic music production
through interactive read-alouds, songs and rhymes! and mixing and create your own beats!
ZOOM: Tuesdays; 10:15 a.m. JJGL & ZOOM: Third Monday of the month;
5 p.m.
MOMMY N ME YOGA
W (3-5 years)
Join us for stories, songs and yoga poses led by a professional TU ANIME CLUB
Hang out with other anime fans! We’ll watch an episode or
yoga instructor. two and show off our latest crafts. Wear your cosplay for
everyone to see!
ZOOM: Wednesdays; 10:15 a.m.
HALL & ZOOM: Tuesdays; 5 p.m.
PRE-K STORYTIME*
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VOLUNTEENS
Need service hours for school? Help us make a contribution to
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An engaging educational experience that promotes language
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development through books read aloud, songs, activities and the community by working on various service projects. Check
crafts. the Volunteens webpage for projects you can do from home.
ZOOM: Wednesdays; 11:15 a.m. JJGL: Tuesdays-Thursdays; 3 p.m.
HALL: Thursdays; 10:15 a.m.
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SO YOU KNOW YOU CAN DRAW:
LITTLE ONE LAPSIT COMIC EDITION*
TH (0-16 months)
Engage your baby with books, rhymes and poems, bounces,
(5th-8th grade)
Do you have what it takes to create your own comic or do you
tickles, finger plays and movement games. want to learn how? We’ll explore different drawing techniques
ZOOM: Thursdays; 10:15 a.m. week-by-week to create a comic book starring you!
JJGL & ZOOM: Wednesdays; 4:30 p.m.
School Age (K-5th Grade)
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MCKINNEY SKETCHBOOK PROJECT**
SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DRAW?
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Create your own sketchbook to become part of the McKinney
Learn how to draw animals, characters, nature, and anything Public Library’s Teen Sketchbook Collection. We will have
in-between! All skill levels welcome. weekly art prompts and at the end of the spring, your work will
be shared online as part of our Virtual Sketchbook Collection!
ZOOM: Tuesdays; 4:30 p.m.
JJGL: Thursdays; 5 p.m.
SIMPLE SEWING**
TH (K-3rd grade)
Are you curious about embroidery and stitching? Children will
second
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TEEN CREATIVE WRITING GROUP
Bounce poetry, stories, plays, novel excerpts, or writing ideas
off fellow creative writers and get feedback and support for
practice hand-eye coordination and learn about color theory
your writing.
and design as they create their own works of art.
ZOOM: Second Sunday of the month; 1 p.m.
JJGL: Thursdays; 4:30 p.m.
All Ages second GENEALOGY MONTHLY MEETUP
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CITIZEN SCIENTIST: BETTERING THE
COMMUNITY THROUGH SCIENCE
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genealogy topics. Please see our web calendar for
more information. Partnered with the North Collin
in april McKinney needs your help to observe and document the County Genealogy Society.
nature unique to our area. We’ll host Q&A sessions with ZOOM: Second Thursday of the month;
working STEM professionals. 6:30 p.m.
ZOOM: Thursdays in April; 5:30 p.m.
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MEDITATIVE MANDALA*
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HOMESCHOOL MEETUP Join us for meditation and joyful art therapy. No
Promote friendships within the homeschool community and previous experience required.
support the child’s education through books read aloud with JJGL & ZOOM: Fridays; 10:15 a.m.
engaging activities. Monthly guest speakers will talk about their
careers and answer questions.
third ADULT CLASSICS BOOK CLUB
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ZOOM: Fridays; 11:15 a.m.
A monthly discussion of classic literature. Please check
our web calendar for book selections.
third STEAM CHALLENGE**
ZOOM: Third Sunday of the month; 2 p.m.
SA Looking for a creative, yet challenging outlet for your family?
Each month we will be hosting a different element of STEAM
fourth WRITERS’ EXCHANGE
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for families to enjoy together.
JJGL: Third Saturday of the month; A monthly forum for writers and people interested in
3 sessions: 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m. writing to discuss issues of interest, offer mutual support,
and exchange ideas and marketing tips. Independent
authors, published authors, people thinking of becoming
third DRIVE-IN STORYTIME writers, anyone connected with writing and editing, and
W Enjoy a live storytime with songs and fun from the comfort of
your car! Listen and sing along with us through your radio.
Registration is required and space is limited. Bilingual programs
the general public are all welcome.
ZOOM: Fourth Sunday of the month; 1 p.m.
for some dates. Visit our website for registration information
RECYCLED BOOK CRAFTING**
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and weather contingency.
may apr.
HALL: Third Wednesday starting in Let’s turn old books into beautiful works of art! Supplies
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February; 10:30 a.m. are provided.
HALL: Wednesdays, April 21 and
Adult May 19; 6:30 p.m.
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first YARNIGANS* MEDICARE INFORMATION
feb. jan.
& third WORKSHOP
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Relax, express your creativity, and meet others with similar
interests. Charitable and personal projects are welcome, some
materials are supplied. Informal setting for adults of all abilities.
JJGL & ZOOM: First and third Monday
17 The Medicare Workshop covers in detail the 4 Parts of
Medicare A, B , C and D – get a better understanding
of Medicare eligibility, election periods, enrollment
penalties, the differences between original Medicare
of the month; 6:30 p.m.
and Medicare Advantage (Part C), prescription Drug
(Part D) and the donut hole. This is an educational event.
first ADULT BOOK CLUB All ages are welcome!
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check our web calendar for book selections.
ZOOM: Wednesdays, Jan. 20 and Feb. 17;
6:30 p.m.
ZOOM: First Wednesday of the month;
12 p.m. Location key:
JJGL: John & Judy Gay Library
second TRUE CRIME BOOK CLUB* HALL: Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library
W Sometimes the truth is stranger than fiction! Discuss true crime
books of literary merit and examine writing style, content and
presentation of material. Please see our web calendar for book
ZOOM: Virtual Class on Zoom
*This program is offered both virtually and with limited seating for in-
selections. There will be a special event on March 10. person attendance (registration is required for the latter). Please see our
web calendar for more information.
JJGL & ZOOM: Second Wednesday of
the month; 7 p.m. ** This in-person program has limited seating and registration is required.
Please see our web calendar for more information.
SPECIAL EVENTS
VALENTINE’S STORYTIME LET’S BUILD A LAMP STACK!
(3-5 years) (6th-12th grade)
We will read about love, play Valentine Bingo, and create a handprint Are you ready to dive into the world of open-source? Come join us as we
keepsake craft. Registration is required and space is limited. This in-person learn how to install and configure WordPress on a LAMP Stack (Linux,
program has limited seating and registration is required. Please see our Apache, MySQL, PHP). This in-person program has limited seating and
web calendar for more information. registration is required. Please see our web calendar for more information.
HALL: Saturday, Feb. 13; JJGL: March 9-11; 4 p.m.
2 sessions: 10:15 a.m., 2:15 p.m.
TRUE CRIME AUTHOR: KATE WINKLER
DAWSON DISCUSSING AMERICAN SHERLOCK
(Adults)
Ahoy, Spring Break! Author Kate Winkler Dawson is joining us to discuss her book American
Sherlock: Murder, Forensics, and the Birth of American CSI. Based on years
of research and thousands of never-before-published primary source
(K-5th grade) materials, American Sherlock captures the life of the man who pioneered the
science our legal system now relies upon, as well as the limits of those
techniques and the very human experts who wield them. Don’t miss it!
Arrg! Are ye ready for Spring Break, matey? ZOOM: Wednesday, March 10; 7 p.m.
We’ll dress like pirates, search for lost loot ‘n
much more all week long! ‘Tis a come ‘n go event. ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A LIBRARIAN?
(6th-12th grade)
March 8 - 12 Are you smarter than the average librarian? Come test your knowledge with
a round of trivia to learn once and for all if you are smarter than a librarian.
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. This in-person program has limited seating and registration is required.
Please see our web calendar for more information.
•Monday: Dress Like a Pirate JJGL: Thursday, March 18; 5 p.m.
•Tuesday: Navigate the Seas
•Wednesday: Become a Cartographer GO FLY A KITE!
•Thursday: Can Your Boat Float? (All Ages)
•Friday: Treasure Hunt Make the skies come alive in a burst of color and culture! Contribute your
own unique flair by building your kite with the material provided or bring
your own to fly. Visit our website for weather contingency. This is a come and
Roy & Helen Hall Library go event.
JJGL: Saturday, April 10; 1-5 p.m.
John & Judy Gay Library
DIY TERRARIUM: CELEBRATE EARTH DAY!
(6th-12th grade)
We’ll learn about plants while giving back to the planet! Come to the library
to paint a flowerpot and take home a succulent!
HALL: Thursday, April 22; 5 p.m.
REFERENCE SOLUTIONS WORKSHOP
(Adults)
Learn what the free Reference Solutions database can do for you and your
business. Find business opportunities, locate companies nationwide,
research business executives, perform white pages searches and look for
job listings.
ZOOM: Wednesday, April 28; 7 p.m.
MCKINNEY HISTORY MONTH
(All Ages)
Celebrate McKinney’s history! All month long see historical displays, journey
down our walkable timeline, and take our downloadable walking tour
around the Historic Square to find out about McKinney’s saloon history.
HALL: Month of May
LIBRARY GOLF PAR-TEE
(All Ages)
Get ready for the 2021 Byron Nelson Golf Tournament with some unusual
library activities! See our web calendar for more information. This is a come
LIKE US!
and go event.
JJGL: Saturday, May 8; 1-5 p.m.
TAKE & MAKE KITS
Need some seasonal crafts and activities to do at home? Stop by either
library and pick up one of our kits! One kit per child, available while
supplies last.
We are on Facebook!
(Up to 12 years old) @McKinneyLibrary
•Jan. 17-30: Lunar New Year
•Jan. 31-Feb. 13: Black History Month Check out our Facebook page for DIY
•Feb. 14-27: Valentine’s Day videos, links to all events, and other fun
•Feb. 28-March 13: Women’s History Month
•March 14-27: Holi activities! Don’t forget to share your photos
•March 28-April 10: Citizen Science with us!
•April 11-24: Earth Day
•April 25-May 8: May Day
•May 9-22: Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month
(6th-12th grade)
•January: Pinecone Gnomes
Online Resources
•February: Bird Bookmarks
•March: Paper Bag Bird Nest ZOOM
•April: Swirly Paper Flowers Links to virtual programs can be found on our events
•May: Paper Flamingos
with the library
calendar:
www.mckinneypubliclibrary.org
Location key:
BEANSTACK
JJGL: John & Judy Gay Library
Go to Beanstack for other reading and activity
HALL: Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library challenges:
ZOOM: Virtual Class on Zoom www.mckinneytexas.beanstack.com
Don’t miss out! Register in advance.
The McKinney Public Library System’s programs and events are free but space is limited. To
register or to check for event updates, visit our website below. Free tickets are available one
week in advance on a first-come-first-serve basis. For groups larger than ten, please call
972-547-2045 for special arrangements.
Due to high demand, ticketholders who arrive five minutes or more late will forfeit their
tickets. Forfeited tickets will be given to patrons on standby. At the presenter’s discretion,
REGISTER latecomers may not be allowed entrance to the program. To ensure you do not lose
your reservation, please arrive early!
McKinney Library Locations
ROY & HELEN HALL JOHN & JUDY GAY
MEMORIAL LIBRARY LIBRARY
IN DOWNTOWN McKINNEY IN GABE NESBITT COMMUNITY PARK
101 E. Hunt St. 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy.
McKinney, Texas 75069 McKinney, Texas 75070
McKINNEY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM HOURS:
Monday–Thursday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday–Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday 1-5 p.m.
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