Learn how to make beats from a professional! Smoke Instrumentals will be at the library with a portable rig to show us the basics. Smoke is a DFW-based music producer and engineer. You can find him on Instagram at @smokeinstrumentals and @ascensionstudiosdfw. Don't miss this one!

Relax, express your creativity, and meet others with similar interests. Charitable and personal projects are welcome, some materials are supplied. Informal setting for adults of all abilities. This program is offered both virtually and with limited seating for in-person attendance. Registration is required for in-person attendance.

Join us for a conversation with author Tricia Levenseller as we discuss creating valiant heroes, wicked villains, and all the magic in between that ties a story together before the release of her newest book, “Blade of Secrets,” (available May 4, 2021). See what your favorite authors are up to behind the scenes, collect some writing advice, and ask your most burning questions in this month’s featured author interview with McKinney Public Library.