Upcoming Events

StoryWalk Installation
Jan
26

StoryWalk Installation

Starting late-January 2026, a new StoryWalk installation will be available to the public. Featuring a bilingual children’s book, El Maravilloso Mundo de Susy La pequeña Hormiga Aventurera - The Wonderful World of Susy The Adventurous Little Ant, written by Naivi Vera. Enjoy the story while you walk the StoryWalk trail at Mario Leal City Park.

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Toddler Time
Jan
27

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Toddler Time
Jan
29

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Meet the Author - Naivi Vera
Jan
31

Meet the Author - Naivi Vera

Come meet Naivi Vera, local Texas author, receiving honorable mention at the International Latino Book Awards. Join us for a meet and greet, Storytime, and light refreshments. Her bilingual children’s book, El Maravilloso Mundo de Susy La pequeña Hormiga Aventurera - The Wonderful World of Susy The Adventurous Little Ant, will be featured at the Elsa Public Library StoryWalk located at Mario Leal City Park. Help support our local authors.

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Toddler Time
Feb
3

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Toddler Time
Feb
5

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Family Game Night
Feb
5

Family Game Night

A fun filled evening for the whole family. All ages welcome. Play old favorites, learn a new game, or bring one to share. Pizza, popcorn, and drinks while it lasts. Don’t miss this fun event.

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Toddler Time
Feb
10

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Toddler Time
Feb
12

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Toddler Time
Feb
17

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Toddler Time
Feb
19

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Toddler Time
Feb
24

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Toddler Time
Feb
26

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Pokemon Day at the Library
Feb
27

Pokemon Day at the Library

The Children’s area will be celebrating National Pokémon Day by showing Pokémon the animated series all day. Enjoy fun Pokémon coloring pages and activity sheets. Popcorn and drinks will be served while it lasts.

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Children’s Sunflowers Class by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Jan
23

Children’s Sunflowers Class by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

Sunflowers Program for Children is a hands-on class open to children of all ages. This Texas A&M AgriLife Program includes: parts of a sunflower, benefits to humans and animals, seeds and oils, sunflower craft, and more. This is a great class for those who homeschool, or just want to attend a fun, hands-on class for children.

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Zen Moments at the Library
Jan
22

Zen Moments at the Library

Stressed after a long day? Want to have a relaxing moment? Discover an oasis of calm, with softly playing Zen music and aromatherapy, while you paint with watercolors, do a puzzle, or color adult coloring pages. Open to all who want a Zen moment at the Library. Your mind needs it, and it will thank you.

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Toddler Time
Jan
22

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Toddler Time Special Guest City of Elsa Police
Jan
20

Toddler Time Special Guest City of Elsa Police

Presenting City of Elsa Police as a Toddler Time Special Guest. Come celebrate Law Enforcement appreciation day with a special Storytime ready by City of Elsa Chief of Police. Learn what it means to be a police officer and tips on how to stay safe. The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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MLK Jr. Day Closure
Jan
19

MLK Jr. Day Closure

Elsa Public Library will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The library will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, July 20, 2026.

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Sewing Machine Basics and Quilting Class Introductory Meeting and Enrollment
Jan
17

Sewing Machine Basics and Quilting Class Introductory Meeting and Enrollment

If you are interested in joining this class, please attend this important meeting. Class size will have a max of sixteen (16) persons, on a first come, first served basis. A waitlist will be available. You must attend this meeting to enroll in the class. Instruction and guidance by the Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild. Materials and tools will be provided. Class will meet on Saturdays, once weekly (except the 2nd Saturday of the month). Further information about the course will be provided at meeting.

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Toddler Time
Jan
13

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Take the Bait Fishing Program for Children by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Jan
9

Take the Bait Fishing Program for Children by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

Take the Bait Fishing Program for Children is a hands-on class open to children of all ages. This Texas A&M AgriLife Program includes: fishing terminology, benefits of fishing, ecosystem education, types of fishing lures, fishing rod craft, and more. This is a great class for those who homeschool, or just want to attend a fun, hands-on class for children.

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Toddler Time Special Guest City of Elsa Police - POSTPONED
Jan
8

Toddler Time Special Guest City of Elsa Police - POSTPONED

Presenting City of Elsa Police as a Toddler Time Special Guest. Come celebrate Law Enforcement appreciation day with a special Storytime ready by City of Elsa Chief of Police. Learn what it means to be a police officer and tips on how to stay safe. The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Toddler Time
Jan
6

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Library Closed - New Year Holiday
Jan
1
to Jan 3

Library Closed - New Year Holiday

Elsa Public Library will be closed in observance of the New Year holiday on Thursday, January 1, 2026, Friday, January 2, 2026, and Saturday, January 3, 2026. The library will resume normal business hours on Monday, January 5, 2026.

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Toddler Time
Dec
30

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Toddler Time
Dec
23

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Christmas Cookie Bake-Off
Dec
20

Christmas Cookie Bake-Off

Enter the Christmas Cookie Bake-Off for a chance to win. All ages welcome to participate. Saturday, December 20, 2025. Bring your cookies to the Photos with Santa event between 5:00pm and 6:00pm. Enter one plate of cookies of your choice to be judged on taste and presentation. Cookies must be homemade, not store-bought. One type of cookie per entry. Winner does not need to be present to win.

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Toddler Time
Dec
18

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Toddler Time
Dec
16

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Christmas Storytime and Craft
Dec
13

Christmas Storytime and Craft

Join us for a Christmas Storytime and Craft. Storytime book will be Little Angel’s Christmas Song, by Kerstin Hau. Children will be crafting paper roll Christmas angels. Snacks will be provided. Come join the fun!

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Toddler Time
Dec
11

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Toddler Time
Dec
9

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Blood Drive
Dec
6

Blood Drive

Elsa Public Library is partnering with Vitalant Blood Donation Services. Blood drive on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at Elsa Public Library. No registration required. Contributions save lives! Participating donors will have the chance to win a $20,000 prepaid gift card from 12/1/25 - 12/31/25 at any Vitalant blood drive or donation center. One winner will be randomly selected in a drawing on or around January 8, 2026. Come on out and donate some blood.

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Toddler Time
Dec
4

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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Toddler Time
Dec
2

Toddler Time

The Toddler Time program is committed to providing our community with fun, engaging, and educational activities for children aged 1-5.

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