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MEL Talks - Fernando Abreu
MEL Talks - Fernando Abreu

MEL Talks Wednesday January 14 at 7:00 PM - free and open to the public

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Book Presentation - Ghost Child
Book Presentation - Ghost Child

Deborah Jennings shares the tale of the discovery of her Yucatecan family roots.

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Register for the 2026 Chili Cookoff!
Register for the 2026 Chili Cookoff!

The Mérida Chili Cookoff is back and we want your chili!

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MEL Wine Tasting - January 2026
MEL Wine Tasting - January 2026

The January Wine Tasting is SOLD OUT! See you in February.

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Movie Presentation - Burying the Hatchet: The Tom Quick Story
Movie Presentation - Burying the Hatchet: The Tom Quick Story

Join Sean Strub at 7:00 PM on January 13 for a screening and discussion of his documentary.

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Painting Classes for Children and Adults
Painting Classes for Children and Adults

Julie Marie Hoey offers 90-minute classes for children & adults.

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CHESS CLUB FOR TEENS
CHESS CLUB FOR TEENS

Ready to make your move? Join the Chess Club at MEL!

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Poetry Writing Workshop
Poetry Writing Workshop

O.M. Kenney returns with her FREE Six-Week Poetry Writing Workshop starting January 8.

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Books by Local Authors Available at MEL
Books by Local Authors Available at MEL

MEL is proud to present books by local authors to purchase.

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Santa Ana Art Gallery Tour
The Original MEL House & Garden Tour
Pilates with Richie

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