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Library Programs

  1. The Texas Shakespeare Garden - An ALLen Reads Event

    October 1, 2023, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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    Meeting Room

    Have you ever heard of Shakespeare Gardens? Formal herb gardens on English estates may first come to mind, but you, too, can plant a Shakespeare garden! Learn about the more than 175 plants mentioned in Shakespeare's writings that you can grow in North Texas, and leave with lots of inspiration and concrete ideas for your home garden.

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  2. Chinese Paper Cutting

    October 1, 2023, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Upstairs Program Room

    For teens and adults ages 13+. Join Jin and Rosie for an introduction to the beautiful, centuries-old art of Chinese paper-cutting. Then try your hand at making some yourself!

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  3. Teen LitBox Registration Begins

    October 2, 2023, 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library

    For grades 7 – 12. Teen LitBox is a curated box that includes 1-2 library books selected by a librarian for you to check out, read, and return. This month's theme is Thrillers. Enjoy a book that will give you thrills and chills along with BeanBoozled Jelly Beans, and spooky coloring pages. This box contains food. Limited to 20.

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  4. Pajama Story Time

    October 2, 2023, 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5. Enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and more! Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  5. Baby and Me Story Time

    October 3, 2023, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 0-12 months. Enjoy a lapsit story time with a very short story, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for babies and parents. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  6. Arts @ APL: Recycled Book Art with Guest Artist VET

    October 3, 2023, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Meeting Room

    For ages 18+. Celebrate your love of reading and recycling by creating art using recycled book pages. Class will be taught by guest artist VET. Sponsored by the Friends of the Allen Public Library.

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  7. Together Time Story Time

    October 4, 2023, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5. Enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and more! Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  8. Together Time Story Time

    October 4, 2023, 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5. Enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and more! Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  9. Fun Ones and Twos Time Story Time

    October 5, 2023, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 1-2. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and a short book. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  10. Fun Ones and Twos Time Story Time

    October 5, 2023, 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 1-2. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and a short book. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts.

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  11. Arts @ APL: Viking Wire Weave

    October 7, 2023, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For grades 7-12 only. Learn how to weave wire the way Vikings did and make a bracelet or necklace. Limited to 30. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts. Sponsored by the Friends of Allen Public Library.

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  12. Sensory Playtime

    October 9, 2023, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Join us for a variety of fun, stimulating sensory play stations. Limited to 40. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts.

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  13. Dog Man Afternoon

    October 9, 2023, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For grades K-5. If you think Dog Man is the BOMB, check this out! We'll have crafts, games, and activities featuring Dog Man and his friends. Come and go while supplies last.

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  14. Pajama Story Time

    October 9, 2023, 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5. Enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and more! Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  15. Baby and Me Story Time

    October 10, 2023, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 0-12 months. Enjoy a lapsit story time with a very short story, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for babies and parents. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  16. Writing Workshop

    October 10, 2023, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For grades 4-6. Share your stories with your peers, do fun writing prompt games, and get new ideas for creative writing. Limited to 20. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts.

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  17. Together Time Story Time

    October 11, 2023, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5. Enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and more! Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  18. Together Time Story Time

    October 11, 2023, 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5. Enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and more! Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  19. How to Draw

    October 11, 2023, 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For grades K-3. Learn how to draw a spider on a web! Limited to 30. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts.

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  20. Fun Ones and Twos Time Story Time

    October 12, 2023, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 1-2. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and a short book. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  21. Fun Ones and Twos Time Story Time

    October 12, 2023, 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 1-2. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and a short book. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts.

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  22. Robots on Mars: From Sojourner to Perseverance

    October 12, 2023, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    Recommended for ages 8 and up. Join NASA Solar System Ambassador Michelle Wilde and learn fun facts about Mars, why are we exploring Mars, when humans will travel to Mars and the amazing scientific experiments being conducted on Mars right now. Prizes and handouts provided to attendees. Limited to 60. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts.

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  23. Arts @ APL: Washi-Watercolor Canvas

    October 13, 2023, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For grades 7-12 only. Layer colorful Washi tape and watercolors on canvas. Limited to 30. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts. Sponsored by the Friends of Allen Public Library.

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  24. Arts @ APL: Block Print Tote Bags

    October 14, 2023, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library - 1st Floor Meeting Room

    For ages 18+. Carve and print autumnal designs onto canvas tote bags using carving tools and soft rubber blocks. All supplies provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Allen Public Library.

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  25. Pajama Story Time

    October 16, 2023, 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5. Enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and more! Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  26. Baby and Me Story Time

    October 17, 2023, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 0-12 months. Enjoy a lapsit story time with a very short story, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for babies and parents. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  27. Let's Talk Dewey: Nonfiction Horror

    October 17, 2023, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Upstairs Program Room

    For ages 18+. Nonfiction readers - join us for our choose-your-own book club! We pick the topic, you pick the book. For October, we're reading nonfiction horror - true crime, disasters, real medical thrillers, pandemic history, and more.

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  28. Together Time Story Time

    October 18, 2023, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5. Enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and more! Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  29. Together Time Story Time

    October 18, 2023, 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5. Enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and more! Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  30. Homeschool Program: LEGO STEM Challenge: Bridges

    October 18, 2023, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    Recommended for ages 6 and up. Use our LEGO bricks to create bridges and complete building challenges. Limited to 50. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts.

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  31. Anime Evening

    October 18, 2023, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Upstairs Program Room

    For grades 7-12 only in the Upstairs Program Room. Join us for an evening of anime, Japanese snacks, and crafts! No attendee limit.

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  32. Fun Ones and Twos Time Story Time

    October 19, 2023, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 1-2. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and a short book. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  33. Fun Ones and Twos Time Story Time

    October 19, 2023, 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 1-2. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and a short book. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts.

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  34. Pumpkin Carving For Beginners

    October 19, 2023, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    Recommended for families with children ages 5 and up. Have you ever wondered how to carve a pumpkin? Come watch a simple pumpkin carving demonstration and learn about other fun pumpkin tips for your family! Children will participate in a pumpkin craft. Limited to 30 participants. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts.

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  35. Ish Story and Crumpled-Paper Art

    October 20, 2023, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Let’s read Ish by Peter H. Reynolds and have fun with crumpled-paper art. Limited to 50. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts.

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  36. Adult LitBox Registration Begins

    October 21, 2023, 10:00 AM - October 28, 2023
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    At home

    For ages 18+. Each Adult LitBox will contain 1-2 library books selected by a librarian for you to check out, read, and return, as well as treats and surprises based on the theme. October/November's theme is Fall Fiction featuring books set during fall or having fall vibes. Pick-up is Sunday, Nov. 12 - Saturday, Nov. 18.

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  37. Saturday Morning Crafts

    October 21, 2023, 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For families. Create a variety of artwork at different craft stations. Come and go while supplies last.

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  38. Art with Friends: Beginning Quilling

    October 21, 2023, 1:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library - 1st Floor Meeting Room

    For ages 16+. Artist Wendy McIntyre will demonstrate and teach basic quilling techniques. No previous experience is required, and all supplies are provided. Seating for Friends members will begin at 12:30 and at 12:45 for non-members.

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  39. Pajama Story Time

    October 23, 2023, 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5. Enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and more! Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  40. Baby and Me Story Time

    October 24, 2023, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 0-12 months. Enjoy a lapsit story time with a very short story, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for babies and parents. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  41. Together Time Story Time

    October 25, 2023, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5. Enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and more! Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  42. Together Time Story Time

    October 25, 2023, 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5. Enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and more! Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  43. Homeschool Program: Storybook STEM - Tornadoes!

    October 25, 2023, 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    Recommended for children in grades K-5. We'll all read Tornadoes! together and then do fun tornado, thunder, and lightning experiments. Limited to 35. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts.

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  44. Hammer Horror Films

    October 25, 2023, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Upstairs Program Room

    For ages 18+. Local film historian and friend of Brian Hughes, Clyde Ponder, will present a brief history of Hammer Film Productions. Hammer is a British film company noted for Gothic horror films made between 1957 and 1974. During this period, Hammer dominated the horror film industry and made international stars out of Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee. Some of their most successful films featured remakes of class monster tales; Frankenstein, Dracula, The Mummy, and Phantom of the Opera.

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  45. Fun Ones and Twos Time Story Time

    October 26, 2023, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 1-2. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and a short book. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  46. Fun Ones and Twos Time Story Time

    October 26, 2023, 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 1-2. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and a short book. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts.

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  47. Spooky STEM Science

    October 26, 2023, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For grades 4-6. Get into the spooky Halloween spirit with fun science experiments! No attendee limit.

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  48. Coffee and Classics: "The Catcher in the Rye"

    October 26, 2023, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library - 1st Floor Meeting Room

    For ages 14+. Join us as we meet every other month to discuss great classic literature and enjoy a cup of coffee together! This month's selection is "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger.

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  49. Halloween Crafts and Trick or Treat Parade

    October 27, 2023, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5. Create fun, Halloween-themed crafts and visit 5 Trick or Treat Stations in the Library. Come and go, while supplies last.

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  50. Teen LitBox Registration Begins

    October 30, 2023, 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library

    For grades 7 – 12. Teen LitBox is a curated box that includes 1-2 library books selected by a librarian for you to check out, read, and return. This month's theme is Fall for a Good Book. This box includes two books to enjoy during the fall season, cookies, a journal, and a variety of fall teas. This box contains food. Limited to 20.

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  51. Pajama Story Time

    October 30, 2023, 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 3-5. Enjoy songs, rhymes, books, and more! Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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  52. Baby and Me Story Time

    October 31, 2023, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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    Allen Public Library - Children's Program Room

    For ages 0-12 months. Enjoy a lapsit story time with a very short story, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for babies and parents. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before the program starts.

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On Stage @ APL

  1. OnStage @ APL presents Viva Mariachi Arraigo de America

    October 1, 2023, 3:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library > Allen Public Library - Civic Auditorium

    Hispanic and non-Hispanic fans embrace mariachi music as the happy music of the world. Revel in an atmosphere that stirs passion when Mariachi Arraigo de America performs.

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  2. OnStage @ APL presents Diamond King Medicine Show

    October 5, 2023, 7:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library > Allen Public Library - Civic Auditorium

    Learn the amazing story of medicine showman Dr. J. I. Lighthall from Texas author Gene Fowler.

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  3. OnStage @ APL presents Bobby Falk Group

    October 6, 2023, 7:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library > Allen Public Library - Civic Auditorium

    Swing to the lively jazz music of the Bobby Falk group. A staple in the Dallas area jazz scene, the group blends modern traditional jazz, with fusion influences ranging from Pat Metheny, Rick Margitza, Michael Brecker, and Steps Ahead.

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  4. OnStage @ APL presents Native American Dance and Storytelling

    October 12, 2023, 7:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library > Allen Public Library - Civic Auditorium

    Celebrate Indigenous People's Day with Chichsaw storyteller Amy Bluemel and Native American dancers.

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  5. OnStage @ APL presents Havana NRG

    October 13, 2023, 7:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library > Allen Public Library - Civic Auditorium

    Texas group Havana NRG (New Rhythm Generation) offers a spicy timba-influenced salsa. This nine-piece band's creative blends of rhythmic syncopations, intriguing melodies, and contemporary beats are inspired by classic salsa orchestras of the Caribbean's fabled past.

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  6. OnStage @ APL presents Shakespeare Re-Imagined

    October 15, 2023, 1:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library > Allen Public Library - Civic Auditorium

    Treat yourself to an afternoon of Shakespeare-themed entertainment.

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  7. OnStage @ APL presents "The Wednesday Wars" author Gary Schmidt

    October 19, 2023, 7:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library > Allen Public Library - Civic Auditorium

    Author Gary Schmidt speaks about his Newbery Honor Award-winning book, "The Wednesday Wars." The title is this year's ALLen Reads selection for young readers.

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  8. OnStage @ APL presents Flamenco Fever

    October 20, 2023, 7:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library > Allen Public Library - Civic Auditorium

    Flamenco boldly challenges perceptions and leaves its audiences wonderstruck. Lose yourself in the fiery rhythms and sensual dance moves of this timeless tradition when dance group Flamenco Fever performs.

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  9. OnStage @ APL presents New York Times Bestseller Chris Enss

    October 22, 2023, 3:00 PM
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    Allen Public Library > Allen Public Library - Civic Auditorium

    Saddle up to join courageous women of the American west as New York Times Bestselling author Chris Enss discusses her book, "Along Came a Cowgirl."

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  10. OnStage @ APL presents The Joy of Costco: A Treasure Hunt from A to Z

    October 23, 2023, 7:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library > Allen Public Library - Civic Auditorium

    David and Susan Schwartz discuss all things Costco, along with insider tips and ticks as they celebrate the release of their new book, "The Joy of Costco: A Treasure Hunt from A to Z."

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  11. OnStage @ APL presents Cooking for Sitting Bull

    October 26, 2023, 7:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library > Allen Public Library - Civic Auditorium

    Listen to acclaimed food writer and historian Sharon Hudgins recount stories of her pioneer great grandmother Elizabeth Dell, a woman who also cooked for Sitting Bull. Learn about the recipes and her great grandmother's evolving frendship with the Sioux.

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  12. OnStage @ APL presents The Trinity River: A Home to Natural Wonders

    October 30, 2023, 7:30 PM
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    Allen Public Library > Allen Public Library - Civic Auditorium

    Treat yourself to a viewing of "Living with the Trinity," a KERA-produced documentary, followed by a presentation from Dallas author Amy Martin.

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