Allen Public Library

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Social Media Policy: CityofAllen.org/SocialPolicy The library became a city department in 1971.

Mayor Gentry Jones proclaimed Allen Public Library Day on October 22, 1967, when the Allen Public Library (APL) first opened its doors as an all-volunteer organization. In February 2005, the library opened in its current location at 300 North Allen Drive. The library was temporarily closed for 16-month long renovation and expansion project. It reopened its doors to the public on December 8, 2025.

This 72,000 square-foot, two-story facility serves as the main hub for the community’s cultural, informational and learning needs. We are dedicated to improving the quality of life of our users by supporting their life-long learning and informational needs. We do this by offering programs for various user groups in our community, and by providing programs and services to meet the cultural and educational needs and interests of Allen. We strive to be a welcoming place that inspires the mind.

Race to the Library for our Mario Kart Tournament!Test your skills at Mario Kart at this adult program! Small snacks and...
09/09/2026

Race to the Library for our Mario Kart Tournament!

Test your skills at Mario Kart at this adult program! Small snacks and prizes included. No console and game is necessary. Controllers are provided but personal controllers are allowed, too!

The race starts...
• Monday, Sept. 14 at 7 p.m.
• Meeting Rooms A & B
• For ages 18+ only

To find more adult events like this, visit https://events.allentx.gov/allentx?filter=Allen+Public+Library%2CAdults+%2818%2B%29

09/09/2026

Honor the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks at the Allen Public Library. This program will feature a performance by the Allen Community Band and a presentation from journalist William Luther.

Admission is free, no ticket or registration required.

• Friday, Sept. 11
• 7:30 p.m.
• Allen Public Library Civic Auditorium

Can't watch it in person? The show will be streamed live on ACTV.org.

Audio Description: Circulating photos of New York during the 9/11 attacks and tribute lights.

Two Allen locations are collecting peanut butter jars through the end of September to support the North Texas Food Bank....
09/08/2026

Two Allen locations are collecting peanut butter jars through the end of September to support the North Texas Food Bank.

The Allen Public Library, 300 N. Allen Drive, is supporting a teen volunteer with NiHao Food Bank Initiative by providing space for a peanut butter collection. The City of Allen Animal Shelter, 770 S. Allen Heights Drive, is also accepting donations in its lobby.

🥜Peanut butter is a shelf-stable source of protein that can help provide nutritious meals for families facing food insecurity. Residents can drop off jars at either location through September 30.

09/07/2026

Unearth the wonders of the Archaic and Late Precontact of North Texas with Zachary Overfield.

Admission is free, no ticket or registration required.
• Thursday, Sept. 10
• 7:30 p.m.
• Allen Public Library Civic Auditorium

Can't watch it in person? The show will be streamed live on ACTV.org.

Audio Description: Circulating pictures of the excavation sites and discoveries like fossils and bones of Turkey Peak Reservoir.

The Fall Story Time Session is here!Story Times will begin Tuesday, Sept. 8! Come join us for songs, reading, and fun ev...
09/04/2026

The Fall Story Time Session is here!

Story Times will begin Tuesday, Sept. 8! Come join us for songs, reading, and fun every week in Children’s Program Room A!

Pajama Story Time:
Mondays at 6:30 p.m.
Ages 3+

Baby and Me:
Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m.
Ages 0-12 months

Together Time:
Wednesdays at 10:15 and 11:15 a.m.
Ages 3-5

Fun Ones and Twos:
Thursdays at 10:15 and 11:15 a.m.
Ages 1-2

Free ticket required. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts at the Children’s Desk.

Caregiver must stay with their child, and strollers must be parked outside of Program Room A. For more information, visit https://www.allenlibrary.org/events/story_time.php

The Library will be closed Sunday, Sept. 6 and Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day. No materials will be due whil...
09/03/2026

The Library will be closed Sunday, Sept. 6 and Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day.

No materials will be due while the Library is closed. Please keep your checked out materials until we reopen to the public on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 10 a.m. Our exterior book drop will not be available while we are closed.

Our Digital Library is available 24/7 with eBooks, Audiobooks, comics, newspapers, and language learning at your fingertips.

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, and the Allen Public Library hits all the right notes! 📚With your APL card, you...
09/01/2026

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, and the Allen Public Library hits all the right notes! 📚

With your APL card, you can use a variety of services and gain access to books, online resources, and technology.

What can you do with an Allen Library Card?
• Check out books, kits, movies and more!
• Access online resources for eBooks, audiobooks, newspapers, career courses, educational materials, and language learning.
• Use laptops, computers, mobile charging kits, and more technology services.

Remember, the Library is now fine free! We do not charge overdue fees for items returned after their due date.

Whether you're preparing for school, starting a new career, or just looking for a new read, APL has something for you!

Visit https://www.allenlibrary.org/resources/manage_my_account/index.php to sign up for an APL library card.

The public printers are being upgraded and may be unavailable Monday, Aug. 31.During this time, printing services will n...
08/28/2026

The public printers are being upgraded and may be unavailable Monday, Aug. 31.

During this time, printing services will not be accessible.

Updates will be posted on our website at AllenLibrary.org and our social media pages.

We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to have our services running as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience.

Kinda chic to study at APL 💫Start the school year right with the Allen Public Library! We're here to support your learni...
08/27/2026

Kinda chic to study at APL 💫

Start the school year right with the Allen Public Library! We're here to support your learning with plenty of online and in-person resources. From study rooms to laptops, we have everything you need to tackle that syllabus! 🎓

Visit AllenLibrary.org or ask a librarian to elevate your studies.

A legendary Texas storyteller is coming to Allen this Thursday!Martha Tiller, the Dallas PR icon known for “making peopl...
08/25/2026

A legendary Texas storyteller is coming to Allen this Thursday!

Martha Tiller, the Dallas PR icon known for “making people famous,” will share stories from her fascinating career spanning television, politics, history and some of the biggest names in Texas.

From working in television in New York City to serving as press and social secretary to Lady Bird Johnson and as a special assistant to President Lyndon B. Johnson, Martha has had a front-row seat to history. She later founded her own public relations firm in Dallas, representing names including Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale’s and the Dallas Arboretum.

Martha will be interviewed about her life, career and memorable experiences along the way.

📅 Thursday, Aug. 27
🕢 7:30 p.m.
📍 Allen Public Library
Civic Auditorium
300 N. Allen Drive
Allen, TX 75013

The event is free and open to the public. More information: https://bit.ly/3S0l0uM

08/25/2026

Learn from Public Relations Legend Martha Tiller as she discusses her fascinating life.

Admission is free, no ticket or registration required.

• Thursday, Aug. 27
• 7:30 P.M.
• Allen Public Library Civic Auditorium

Can't watch it in person? The show will be streamed live on ACTV.org.

Audio Description: Circulating pictures of Martha Tiller with other historical figures like Lady Bird Johnson.

Huge congratulations to our adult Summer Reading prize winners! 🏆Out of 424 entries, five adults were randomly selected ...
08/24/2026

Huge congratulations to our adult Summer Reading prize winners! 🏆

Out of 424 entries, five adults were randomly selected to receive amazing summer reading prize bags!

Adults who logged at least five books or 500 minutes of reading were eligible to win one of five themed prizes. Here are a few of our lucky winners!

Thank you to all of the participants who joined us this summer!

This year's summer reading winners are:
Book Lovers - Taylor S.
Cooking - Amy P.
Game Night - Maggie K.
Gardening - Carrie R.
Movie Night - Britteney M.

Now is the perfect time to plant for a full fall harvest! 🍂If you're thinking about planting fall produce or herbs, late...
08/20/2026

Now is the perfect time to plant for a full fall harvest! 🍂

If you're thinking about planting fall produce or herbs, late summer is the best time to get started! While many people around the world usually plant produce in the spring, late summer is the best time to get started in Texas! With proper sun, water, and soil, your seeds can grow into plentiful produce and herbs just in time for the fall harvest season.

Here are some fall gardening tips:
• Keep the seeds and soil evenly moist until germination.
• Reduce frequency of watering after seedlings emerge. This will toughen the plant.
• Remember to plant according to the ideal soil temperature! Planting dates can vary by plant and year.

If you didn't know, the APL Seed Library is open on the second floor, and we are stocked with fall seeds! Grab one of these to get started:
• Bok Choy
• Broccoli
• Cabbage
• Cauliflower
• Kohlrabi
• Dill (herb)
• Chervil (herb)
• Squash

We have some great local experts to learn from, too! The Collin County Master Gardeners (CCMATX.org) and The Allen Garden Club (AllenGardenClub.org) offer tons of great information on their websites. Go check them out!

You can also meet the experts at our different gardening programs! We offer Know & Grow every month with the Collin County Master Gardeners. In September, learn about Fall Flower Gardens on Sunday, Sept. 13, at 2:30 p.m. in Meeting Rooms A & B.

The Allen Garden Club will also host their Fall Plant Swap on Thursday, Oct. 1, at 6:30 p.m. in Meetings Rooms A & B.

What are you adding to your garden?

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300 North Allen Drive
Allen, TX
75013

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Monday 10am - 9pm
Tuesday 10am - 9pm
Wednesday 10am - 9pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 2pm - 6pm

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