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- UFOs at the Library!
STC Pecan Campus Library
Thursday, October 30 at 7:00pm - Free Floral Design Class
STC Pecan Campus Library
Saturday, October 18 at 2:00pm - Free ESL class at STC’s Pecan ...
STC Pecan Campus Library
Saturday, September 20 at 2:00pm - "Lucha Libre" Art Reception
STC MidValley Campus Library
Thursday, August 28 at 11:30am - StoryTime!
STC MidValley Campus Library
Friday, August 15 at 9:30am
South Texas College Library
From flying saucers to big green bugs, space monsters of all shapes and sizes have a special place in our minds and hearts. But did you know that that there was an unidentified flying object that mysteriously crashed near the Texas border town of Del Rio in 1955? Local author Noe Torres talks about this and much more, ...sharing his experiences in UFO research during the “Space Monsters at the Library” event at STC’s Pecan Campus Library at 7 p.m. on Oct. 30. The event is free and open to the public.
During the event, Torres will speak about his latest book, “The Other Roswell,” and will disclose the latest findings about the case. Copies of the book will be on sale, and the author will hold a book signing before and after the program.
A teacher and librarian in South Texas for more than 20 years, Torres’ interest in local history and sports led to his first book, published in 2005, titled “Ghost Leagues: A History of Minor League Baseball in South Texas.” His second book, “Baseball’s First Mexican-American Star: The Amazing Story of Leo Najo “(2006) was selected as a “Book of the Year” in 2006 by “The Monitor.”
The library will also show the movie “Roswell: The UFO Cover-Up.” Visitors are encouraged to don their favorite space monster or space age costume and check out the books on display about aliens, the paranormal and all things Halloween.
While on campus, those in attendance will have the opportunity to use the library’s free services or view artwork on display in the Library Art Gallery. The Pecan Campus Library offers a free Community Library Card, allowing community members to check out books at any of STC’s libraries for free.
Beam yourself up a great time by coming out to "UFOs at the Library” on Oct. 30!
STC’s Pecan Campus Library is located at 3701 Pecan Blvd in McAllen. For information about Torres’ appearance call the Pecan Campus Library at 956-872-8330. For information about Torres and his writing projects visit www.mexicosroswell.com.
Time:7:00PM Thursday, October 30th
Location:STC Pecan Campus Library
South Texas College Library
Have you ever wanted to save a few dollars by making your own flower arrangements and homecoming mums? If so, you can attend a free seminar in floral design from an experienced professional at South Texas College’s Pecan Campus Library located at 3201 West Pecan Blvd. in McAllen on Oct. 18, 2008 at 2 p.m. Participants ...will learn basic floral design techniques and tricks.
The free class offers a preview of the complete floral creation course series offered by STC’s Continuing and Professional Education Program for $60. Refreshments will be provided to attendees.
While on campus, participants also have the opportunity to use the library’s free services or view artwork on display in the Library Art Gallery. The Pecan Campus Library also offers a free Community Library Card, allowing community members to check out books at any of STC’s libraries for free.
The class is sponsored by STC’s Continuing and Professional Education Program, which offers more than 300 classes for career and professional development, and personal enrichment covering a wide variety of topics including accounting, CPR and first aid, graphic and Web page design, jewelry design, cake decorating and digital photography, just to name a few topics.
Space is limited so call Kristina Wilson at 956-872-6486 to reserve your spot today.
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Time:2:00PM Saturday, October 18th
Location:STC Pecan Campus Library
South Texas College Library
Would you like to brush up on your English speaking skills? If so, would you like a free lesson from an experienced professional?
If the answer is yes, then South Texas College’s Pecan Campus Library in McAllen is just the place for you. On Sept. 20, the library will present an English as a Second Language (ESL) class ...for those interested in improving their English speaking, reading and writing skills. The class begins at 2 p.m. and ends at 3 p.m. and is meant as an introduction to the complete ESL course offered by STC’s Continuing Education Program. Refreshments will be provided.
While on campus, participants also have the opportunity to use the library’s free services or view artwork on display in the Library Art Gallery. The Pecan Campus Library also offers a free Community Library Card, allowing community members to check out books at any of STC’s libraries for free.
“The free class is the perfect opportunity to find out about the college’s ESL courses in a fun environment,” said Kristina Wilson event organizer. “Our college’s libraries are a gateway to the community, and we hope that participants will not only take advantage of the class, but also learn more about some of the great services that the college has to offer.”
The class is sponsored by STC’s Continuing Education Program, which offers more than 250 classes for career and professional development, and personal enrichment covering a wide variety of topics including accounting, CPR and first aid, graphic and webpage design, jewelry design, cake decorating and digital photography, just to name a few topics.
If you would like more information about the free classes at the library, contact Kristina Wilson at 872-6486. If you would like information about Continuing Education classes visit http://admin.southtexascollege.edu/cpe/.
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Time:2:00PM Saturday, September 20th
Location:STC Pecan Campus Library
South Texas College Library
South Texas College Library Art Gallery- Mid-Valley Campus is proud to present “Lucha Libre” an exhibit featuring artworks by artist and children’s book author & illustrator, Xavier Garza. The exhibit will be on view from July 28-August 29, 2008. A reception will be held on Thursday, August 28th from 11:30am-12:30pm at... the Mid-Valley campus Library. Admission is free and open to the public.
Xavier Garza, author of “Lucha Libre: The Man In the Silver Mask,” grew up in Rio Grande City and uses his experiences as a child and the folktales and stories he heard growing up as a basis for his books and drawings. “Lucha Libre” was the winner of the Best Children’s Book of 2005 by Críticas Magazine. Garza is also the author of “Creepy Creatures and Other Cucuys” and “Juan and the Chupacabras,” for which he won the 2008 Tejas Star Book award, which is awarded by the Region One Educational Services Center to recognize excellence in dual-language books for children.
Garza’s art exhibit features many of his paintings, drawings and illustrations of famed and mythical Mexican luchadores, masked professional wrestlers.
Xavier Garza’s “Lucha Libre” exhibit will be on view July 28 – August 29, 2008 at the STC Mid-Valley Campus Library Art Gallery located at 400 N. Border, Weslaco, TX 78596.
The exhibit will also be on view at the Starr County Campus Library Art Gallery in Rio Grande City from September 1 – October 3, 2008.
Time:11:30AM Thursday, August 28th
Location:STC MidValley Campus Library
