Community Calendar
December
Book Matchmaking
When: December 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. Based on your preferences we will place two books on hold for you. Survey Link - https://bit.ly/33EbqAA
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Early Literacy Playroom
When: Walk-in appointments available 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.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Thank You Card Take & Make Craft
When: Starting December 27 while supplies last.
Where: San Marcos Public Library
Who: Pick up a thank you card craft to take home and make. Available while supplies last.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Your New Year’s Goal: Get a New Job!
When: December 27, 10 to 11 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library
Who: If your new year's resolution is to find a new job, a great resume is the way to start. A great resume is more than a list of your experiences—it’s a package that shows off who you are and why you’re a qualified candidate for the job. Get tips on creating a resume that gets noticed, not tossed in the trash! Registration required.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Storytime
When: December 28, 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: Call 512-393-8200
San Marcos Fiber Arts
When: December 29, 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.
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 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.
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
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
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
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.
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: 512-393-8200.
Grace Lutheran Church Clothing Giveaway
When: January 8, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Grace Lutheran Church will have a free clothing give-away event on the second Saturday of each month. We start at 10 a.m. and finish at noon. All are welcome.
