Communit y Calendar
January
Book Matchmaking
When: January 1st-31st
Where: San Marcos Public Library
Who: Let the librarians at the San Marcos Public Library play matchmaker! Take a chance and let us set you up on a book date. If you’re lucky, you may even find your next favorite book or author! Fill out a short survey to participate. We will place two books on hold for you, based on your preferences. Survey Link - https://bit. ly/33EbqAA
Info: 512-393-8200.
Book A Week Challenge
When: January 1st-31st
Where: San Marcos Public Library
Who: Want to read more in 2022? Join our Book a Week Challenge! Each week we’ll assign a new prompt. You can choose your own book or pick one from the display behind Staff Picks. The goal is to read 52 books this year, or as many as you can. There are no meetings. No report cards. You can apply books you’re already reading to this challenge. Jump in at any time and just have fun! Your recommendations will feed our Patron Pick display. Happy reading!
Info: 512-393-8200.
Early Literacy Playroom
When: Walk-in appointments available Mon-Sat, 10 am until 1 hour before library
Mon-Sat, 10 am until 1 hour before library closing
Where: San Marcos Public Library
Who: Children learn through play! Families can explore hands-on activities designed to teach early literacy skills to children under 5. Limited to one group at a time, for one hour. Disinfected daily. The playroom will be unavailable January 14th-17th. Info: 512-393-8200.
Info: 512-393-8200.
The Twelve Days of Puppet Shows
When: January 1st-12th
Where: San Marcos Public Library
Who: Getting cozy for the winter? Enjoy our classic puppet shows from the comfort of your home. We will be posting a puppet show daily in our Storytime & Early Literacy Facebook group from January 1st through January 12th. Join the group or catch all our puppet shows on YouTube!
Info: 512-393-8200.
Writer’s, Inc.
When: January 3, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library
Who: Join our writer’s group of likeminded scribes for writing, learning, networking, and socializing. At the first meeting the group will decide if/when participants want to share or critique work. For ages 18 and up. Registration required.
Info: 512-393-8200.
Storytime
When: January 4, 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library
Who: Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun.
Info: 512-393-8200 Chess Night
When: January 5, 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library
Who: All ages and skill levels are welcome for casual chess games. Chess sets and clocks provided. Come learn and play.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
San Marcos Fiber Arts
When: January 5, 7 to 8:45 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library
Who: Join this group to enjoy the fiber craft of your choosing and meet other fiber-loving folks. Bring your own fiber projects to work on. Meets every
Wednesday.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Tech Friday
When: January 7, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: The library offers free technology
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. Registration required.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Abstract Realism in Landscape Painting
When: January 7,14, 21, 28, Feb. 4
Where: Dunbar Recreation Center
Time:10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fee: $50
Course Description Nature’s Abstract Shapes By responding to nature’s abstract shapes, you will create a series of landscape paintings that transcend pure realism. To register for courses at the Dunbar Recreation Center, call the San Marcos Activity Center at 512-393-8280
1st Wednesday Book Club
When: January 5, 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library
Who: Adults gather once a month to discuss a book chosen by the group. The January book selection is The Bad-Ass Librarians of Timbuktu: And Their Race to Save the World's Most Precious Manuscripts by Joshua Hammer. February’s book will be The Murmur of Bees by Sofia Segovia.
Info: 512-393-8200
Chess Night
When: January 5, 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library
Who: All ages and skill levels are welcome for casual chess games. Chess sets and clocks provided. Come learn and play.
Info: 512-393-8200.
