UPCOMING
EVENTS
Everyone is invited to this family-friendly, come and go event. Stop by our table to enter a drawing for free books!The library is also collecting food items in partnership with the McKinney Food Pantry.
Noon Years Eve (All Ages) Join us to celebrate the New Year at McKinney Public Library's kid-friendly Noon Year’s Eve celebration. Enjoy crafts, games, dancing and our New Year’s wishing wall before counting down to noon with friends and family. This is a popular event so be sure to register!Location: John and Judy Gay LibraryDate: Wednesday, December 31, 2025Time: 11:00am - 12:30pmAudience: All Ages Thank you to Parry’s Pizza for hosting our fundraiser!
The McKinney Public Library Foundation holds monthly meetings which are open to the public. DUE TO WINTER HOLIDAYS - The next meeting is Tuesday, DECEMBER 9, 2025 at the John and Judy Gay Library at 6:30 PM. We would love to have you join us!
A huge thank you to Calloway’s Nursery for donating our Big Mac pumpkin!
It weighed 63.2 lbs!
“Libraries never let us forget who we are, for their worth stands by the knowledge they keep and save for us.” — Virginia Hamilton
McKinney Public Library Guide.
ANNUAL MEETING
ANNOUNCEMENT OF ANNUAL MEETING
McKinney Public Library Foundation is pleased to announce its Annual Meeting which will be held on Tuesday, April 22nd at 6:30 PM. The location will be the Bailey Room at John and Judy Gay Library. The public is invited to attend the meeting where MPLFs Annual Report will be presented. In addition, new Board members and officers will be elected. If you are interested in becoming a Board member, please visit our website for application information or email mplfboard@gmail.com.
Spring Fundraiser
Save the date for Sunset in the Stacks - our premiere fundraising event.
Librarypalooza (All ages)
Anything is possible at the library! Discover the whimsical world of stories, celebrating creativity and imagination, and enjoy the limitless magic of libraries with a day of bookish activities and performances for all ages.
The McKinney Literary Fest
Immerse yourself in a literary haven! This two-day event will feature workshops, panels, and networking opportunities intended to inspire and elevate authors of all levels.