Community
Calendar July 2024
Life Long Learning — San Marcos Register Now!
LLL-smtx provides accessible no-cost/ low-cost experiences for San Marcos-area older adults to explore, question, learn, and engage with others. Visit www.
LLLsanmarcos.org for information about courses and events, including how to register. Come learn with us.
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 nriali@ sanmarcostx.gov. 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
Just Friends: LGBTQIA+ Book Club When: Sunday, July 28, 2024 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Who: Join us every 4th Sunday at 4 p.m. to discuss and celebrate queer books! Join us this month to discuss any LGBTQIA+ book written before 1980! Everyone ages 18+ is welcome!
Where: San Marcos Public Library Info: Call 512-393-8200
Yoga: Monday Night Reset
When: Monday, July 29, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join yoga teacher E.D. Watson for a chill, relaxing yoga practice. Bring a mat & props you like to use.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Jewelry Club
When: Monday, July 29, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Make a wire-wrapped ring with staff member, Tristan. All materials provided. Registration required. For ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Altered Book Art
When: Monday, July 29, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Altered book art is the practice of using a book as the basis for an art piece or journal. Only found books past their prime will be used in this session— no public library books. Instructor Tanya Turley will lead this informative and interactive altered book art session. All materials provided; however, you may bring items to add to your book. For ages 18 and up. Info: Call 512-393-8200
Everything Paper!
When: Tuesdays, July 30, Thursday, July 25, from 11 a.m. 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; 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Waggle Taggle Troubadours Concert
When: Tuesday, July 30 at 6:30 p.m..
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: The Waggle Taggle Troubadours will close out our Summer Family Night series with a special concert. Enjoy sing-along songs and danceable tunes! For all ages.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Mindfulness Meditation
When: Wednesdays, July 31, from 9:30 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; ages 18 & up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
All Level Drawing: Instruction & Community
When: Wednesdays, July 31, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: This drawing class is for all skill levels.
Instructor Mathew Jobson. All materials provided. Funded by St. David's Foundation; ages 18 & up. Info: Call 512-393-8200
Lego Tournament
When: Wednesday, July 31 at 3 p.m..
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join us for a Lego building competition for a chance to win a prize! Build a structure or a scene with 5 scoops of Legos in an hour. Judges will be judging builders based on some of our categories such as funniest build, most literary build, most creative build, etc. Registration required.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
August 2024
Summer Splash
When: Aug. 1, 7 - 9 p.m.
Where: Rio Vista Pool – 555 Cheatham Street What: Luau Theme
Movies in your Park
When: Aug. 6, Pre-movie activities begin at 7:30 p.m.; movie begins around 8:45 p.m. (dependent on sunset) Where: San Marcos Plaza Park – 206 N CM Allen FREE
Party in your Park
When: Aug. 9, 5 - 8 p.m.
Where: Dunbar Park – 801 MLK What: Party in Your Park takes place four times each year. We bring the party to you by visiting various neighborhood parks. Each event features family-friendly fun, including yard games, music, refreshments and more. FREE
3rd Annual Back to School Bash
When: Aug. 11, 3 to 6 p.m.
Where: Cuauhtemoc Hall, 1100 Patton Street What: This community, family-friendly event will feature loteria games with prizes, music, art activities, free haircuts for students, free school supplies provided by local community partners, free backpacks on a first-come, first-serve basis (student must be present) Presented by the Indigenous Cultures Institute in partnership with La Sociedad Mulualista Cuauhtemoc.
