Community
Calendar July 2024
Life Long Learning: Register Now!
San Marcos Parks and Recreation in cooperation with Life Long Learning of San Marcos is once again offering new Life Long Learning courses for the greater San Marcos area. The classes are primarily for those age 60 and above, but adults of any age are welcome to register. To REGISTER or for more information on the classes, please stop by the Activity Center at 501 East Hopkins, Call 512-393-8280 or visit sanmarcostx. gov/activeSMTX and search LLL for Life Long Learning courses. A minimum number of registrants is required for these classes to make.
Turtle Tuesdays
When: Every Tuesday, 10 - 11 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Discovery Center, 430 Riverside What: Participants can interact with, feed and create enrichmentitems for the turtles who call the Discovery Center home. Food and supplies are provided, and no registration is required for this program.
Wild Wednesdays
When: Every Wednesday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 - 5 p.m.
San Marcos Discovery Center, 430 Riverside Drive Wild Wednesdays will take place every Wednesday with a different wildlife theme each month. This free, kid-focused program includes education through natural history items, a self-guided activity, thematic color sheet, craft and more. No registration is required for this come-and-go program. FREE!
60+ Game Day
When: Meets every Monday- except City Holidays, 12:30 - 4 p.m.
What: Game materials for Bridge, Mexican Train Dominoes, Hand & Foot, and 42 are provided. New members are welcome. We had a great response from people that want to learn to play Mahjong. Unfortunately, we don’t have enough people to teach them. If you know how to play Mahjong and are interested in helping others learn to play, please join us for Game Day on Mondays. We have also been asked to see if there are people interested in playing Pinochle, Euchre, Backgammon, Canasta, and regular dominoes. If you have any questions, or would like to play any of these games, call 512-393-8275 or email to [email protected].
Registration for Game Day is no longer required. Make sure you arrive on time to get in on a game!
Where: San Marcos Activity Center
Summer in the Park Concert Series FREE music in the park every Thursday in the summer beginning June 6 - August 8. Click the link in the title for the fullsummer lineup!
When: 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Plaza Park, 206 N CM Allen Rainout site: San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins Street
Movies In Your Park
Tuesdays in the summer beginning June 25 (locations vary) Pre-movie activities begin at 7:30 p.m.; movie begins around 8:45 p.m.
(dependent on sunset) Where: Rio Vista Pool, 555 Cheatham FREE!
Cover Letters Made Easy
When: Mondays, 9 -10 a.m.
Who: Market yourself and gain an edge in today's job market by learning how to write an effective cover letter. We will discuss the components of a cover letter, review proper formatting, and determine what content to include and what to leave out.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Info: Call 512-393-8200
Hill Country MHDD Care Navigator When: Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 12 noon Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: The Care Navigation team consists of friendly experts from Hill Country MHDD Centers who are dedicated to connecting individuals to available resources in their community.
This assistance is provided by grant funding through SAMHSA to help address social determinants of health. Care navigation is provided through one-on-one meetings on a walk-in basis. We understand that everyone's needs are unique, and we will determine what barriers and needs exist and work together to develop a personalized plan.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Adult Time Out
When: Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
(Except for July 23rd) A time to slow down, unwind, and take a break from the usual hustle and bustle of life. Join us for some coloring and/or other mindfulness activities.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Info: Call 512-393-8200
Baby Storytime
When: Tuesdays, 12-12:30 p.m.
& 1-1:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Bring your baby (18 mos & under) for lap-sit stories, songs and bubbles!
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Storytime
When: Tuesdays & Fridays, 10 - 10:30 a.m. & 11-11:30 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun!
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
San Marcos Fiber Arts
When: Wednesdays, 7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: The library invites you to sit and knit, crochet, weave, sew, or work on any other fiber project in a relaxed atmosphere with good company. Bring your own projects to work on and join us every Wednesday evening.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Ask a Master Gardener
When: Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon Where: San Marcos Public Library Lobby Who: Master Gardener and staff member, Christi, will be available at a table in the lobby to answer your gardening questions. Stop by and ask Christi your gardening questions.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Resumes Made Easy
When: Thursdays, from 1 - 2 p.m.
Who: Are you job hunting but need help with your resume? Learn how to create a resume, update the one you have, or have your resume reviewed by a librarian. No resume? Bring your employment and education history.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Info: Call 512-393-8200 Job Search Help
When: Fridays from 10 - 11 a.m.
Who: Let us help you find new employment every step of the way! We will help you find new job postings, write your resume or cover letter, and go into the interview prepared and confidently.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Info: Call 512-393-8200 Room: Learning Center
Tech Friday
When: Fridays, 10 to 11 a.m.
No Tech Help on 7/26 Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: The library offers free technology and computer help every Friday in basic computing skills, internet, email, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel. You can also get help with your mobile device. Meets every Friday.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Fiber Friends
When: Fridays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: The library invites you to sit and knit, crochet, weave, sew, or work on any other fiber project in a relaxed atmosphere with good company. Bring your own projects to work on and join us every Friday morning. Recommended for adults; minors must be accompanied by a participating adult.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Play Bridge
When: Fridays, 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Come play bridge and have fun! For ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Research Rangers
When: Monday, July 8 at 11 am, Tuesday, July 9 at 2:30 p.m. & Thursday, July 18 at 1 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: The Texas State Research Rangers invite children ages 4-12 to explore the outdoors as community scientists. Participants will learn about the world around them and contribute to local science. Registration required.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Writer’s Inc.
When: Monday, July 8, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: It’s simple — we write and share! For ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
D&D 101 When: Tuesday, July 9, 6 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Teens (ages 12-17) are invited to come learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Puppet Show: Anansi and the Moss-covered Rock When: Tuesday, July 9 at 6:30 p.m. & Wednesday, July 10 at 10 & 11 am & 1 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join the library puppeteers for a classic folktale about a trickster spider. For all ages!
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Everything Paper!
When: Tuesdays, July 9,16,23 & 30, Thursdays, July 11,18 & 25, from 11 to 12:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join artist Michael Hannon, to create a plethora of things paper! Drop-in class. All materials provided. Funded by St. David’s Foundation Grant; for ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Active Balance
When: Tuesday, July 9, and July 23, 12 - 1 p.m.
What: CHRISTUS HomeCare brings you our new balance class, Active Balance. Join us this month for a balance class that will improve your safety and decrease your risk of falls. This class is for those 60 and above, at all activity levels. It will improve your confidence, strength and flexibility while increasing mobility.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center. Participants need to wear loose, comfortable clothing with rubber-soled shoes.
For more information, call 512-393-8280.
Mindfulness Meditation
When: Wednesdays, July 10, 17, 24 & 31, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Participants (all levels) will be introduced to different Mindfulness Meditation practices, including “sitting,” “standing,” and “lying.”
Funded by St. David’s Foundation; for ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Button Making
When: Wednesday, July 10 at 2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Make your own buttons with our button maker! For ages 12-17.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Queer Game Night
When: Wednesday, July 10 & 24, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Bring your favorite board game, trading card game (TCG), or tabletop game and come play in an inclusive, safe, and sober environment. For folx of the LGBTQIA+ community and all those who support and love them. For ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
60+ Monthly Bingo
When: Wednesday, July 10, 2 - 3 p.m.
What: Will you be the next one to shout “BINGO?” You’ll never know unless you join us for our monthly Bingo program at the San Marcos Activity Center. Each month, we provide Bingo with great prizes and light refreshments.
Participants are allowed to play 3 bingo cards each game. Registration is not required. You do not need to be a member of the Activity Center to attend. Come join the fun B-4, during, and after!
Location: San Marcos Activity Center FREE! For more information, call 512-393-8275.
Gardeners Lunch Break
When: Thursday, July 11, 2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Bring your lunch and explore the world of local snakes, especially as it relates to gardening.
Learn ways to identify snakes, relocation resources, and what to do (and what not to do) in the event of a snake bite.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Battletech – A Game of Armored Combat When: Thursday, July 11 & 25, 6 – 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 30, 1 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join us as we play Battletech, a tabletop wargame featuring giant robots battling for honor, glory, and the almighty C-Bill in the 31st Century.
All supplies to play will be provided by the Library; rules and scenarios will be from the A Game of Armored Combat boxed set.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
60+ Super Senior Jeopardy
When: Thursday, July 11, 1 p.m.
What: What is a fun, trivia-based program offered at the San Marcos Activity Center to those 60 and above? If you answered Super Senior “Jeopardy,” you would be correct. This group social will include playing a “Jeopardy like” trivia game from JeopardyLabs.com. Participants will take turns choosing the category and amount of the question.
Each participant will have the opportunity to answer each question. For every correct answer, participants will be awarded the “amount” of the question. For every incorrect answer, the ”amount” of the question will be deducted from the participant’s score. Points are not awarded or deducted for unanswered questions. Registration is not required.
