McAllen Public Library Announces 10th Annual Amnesty Month

Prepare to rally the Rebels, gather the droids, and chart a course back to McAllen Public Library (MPL) this April! MPL is launching its 10th Annual Amnesty Month, running from April 1 to May 4, 2025—a perfect alignment with that most galactic of days, Star Wars Day.

During Amnesty Month, patrons can return any overdue item to any of MPL’s three locations, regardless of how long it has been overdue, and have fines removed from their account. This initiative only applies to materials currently checked out, so dust off those traveling companions—books, DVDs, CDs, Blu-Rays—and bring them home to the Library.

Throughout April, families can also enjoy Star Wars–themed photo opportunities at the Main Library that will transport everyone to a galaxy not so far away. On Sunday, May the Fourth, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., MPL will host family-friendly activities at the Main Library, complete with favorite Star Wars characters. It is the perfect chance to celebrate a fresh start in reading adventures while paying homage to a favorite Jedi, bounty hunter, or droid.

“Amnesty Month addresses two key goals,” explains Library Director Kate Horan. “It not only helps reclaim overdue items for our shelves, but also extends a welcome to patrons who may have stayed away because of fines.”

Don’t miss this opportunity to wipe the slate clean and rediscover the wealth of resources available at MPL. For further details, contact the Circulation Department at 956-681-3020. May the books be with you!