60+ Super Senior Jeopardy | April 23, 1 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center What: What is a fun, trivia-based program offered 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.
Info: Call 512-3938280 Registration/Cost: Registration is not required. Super Senior Jeopardy and JeopardyLabs. com is not affiliated with Jeopardy! or Sony Pictures Digital Inc. Jeopardy! is a registered trademark of Sony Pictures.
Philosophy Dialogues | Wednesday, April 23, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Texas State University Department of Philosophy presents: Ogoni Justice, Moderator: Sarah Stanaland - Recommended for adults; minors should be accompanied by a participating adult.
Info: Call 512-3938200 Room: Meeting Room A
Puppet Show: The Very Hungry Caterpillar | Thursday, April 24, 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., and Friday, April 25, 10 and 11 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library
The Community Calendar continues on page 7 Who: Join the library puppeteers for a beloved spring story. For all ages!
Info: Call 512-393-8200 Room: Meeting Room B
60+ S.M.A.S.H. Bowling Social | April 24, 2 - 4 p.m.
Where: Sunset Bowling Lanes, 1304 Hwy 123 What: The City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation and Sunset Bowling Lanes are hosting a Bowling Social each month.
Info: Call 512-393-8280 Registration/Cost: RSVP to nriali@sanmarcostx. gov or call 512-393-8275 so organizers can reserve enough lanes. The fee for this event is $6/person, which includes shoe rental and 2 games of bowling.
Prom Dance for Adults with Disabilities | April 25, 7 - 9 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins What: Get in the prom season spirit with us at this fun dance event. Concessions are $1 and there will be DJ music and door prizes.
Participants must be 18 years or older and those that require assistance must be accompanied by an assistant. For more information, call 512-3938280.
Coffee & Commerce | April 25, 8:30 - 10 a.m.
Where: Arden Apartments, 231 Windsor Blvd.
Who: San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce What: Fuel your morning with networking, coffee, and community. Enjoy coffee and breakfast treats as you make connections with local professionals.
Bring plenty of business cards to share while you network. After the event, members will receive an email with a copy of everyone’s cards.
Info: SanMarcosTexas.com Registration/Cost: Coffee & Commerce is free for Chamber members, but an RVSP is still requested for space planning. Business representatives who are not already members of the San Marcos Chamber are WELCOME to attend up to two times before joining, to experience the benefit of these networking events. There is a fee of $20 per person for Non-Members with advance registration ($25 at the door).
Baby Day | Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Presented by Community Action of Central Texas and the First Three Years, this event is for children ages 0-3 and their caregivers. It is a unique opportunity for families to learn fun, new ways to engage with their littles and learn about community resources. Join us for hands-on activities and lots of play!
Info: Call 512-393-8200 Room: Meeting Room A & Children’s Area
Piano Recital - Centro Cultural Hispano de San Marcos | Sunday, April 27, at 1:30 p.m. & 3 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join students from Centro Cultural Hispano de San Marcos for an afternoon of piano music!
For all ages!
Info: Call 512-393-8200 Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Poetry of Presence | Sunday, April 27, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Who: Explore poetry as a practice for connecting more deeply with the present moment, yourself, and your surroundings. Join award-winning poet and certified Poetic Medicine Practitioner E.D. Watson for a grounding and generative writing workshop.
Funded by St. David’s Foundation; for ages 18 and up.
Where: San Marcos Public Library, Conference Room Info: Call 512-393-8200
Empowering Survivors Together: Film Screening, Gallery, & Workshop Activities | Tuesday, April 29, 6 to 8:15 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join HCWC, Students Against Violence at TXST, the Young Adult Task Force through Community Action, the Core Four Partnership, and the San Marcos Public Library for a free trauma-informed evening in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Watch the award-winning film Disfluency, check out the Students Against Violence Denim Day Gallery, participate in HCWC workshop activities about consent and bystander intervention, and more!
Info: Call 512-393-8200 Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
MAY Cottage Kitchen Lunch | Thursday, May 1, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Cock House, 400 East Hopkins What: Join the Heritage Association of San Marcos for a luncheon, which includes a selection of delicious homemade desserts, at the Charles S. Cock House.
Registration/Cost: $10 per person
Finger Weaving: Mindfulness and Relaxation with Traditional Cherokee Finger Weaving | Saturday, May 3 & 10 from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join Cherokee Nation TERO (Tribal Employment Rights Office) artist Doug Martin in this workshop that presents traditional Cherokee Finger weaving. Funded by St. David’s Foundation; for ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Mini & Me Tea | May 3, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Pauline Espinosa Community Hall – 170 Charles Austin Drive Entry: $6 per person at www.sanmarcostx.gov/ goparks What: Young ladies and the influential women in their lives are invited to join us for a morning tea party. Registration includes refreshments, snacks, activities, and a keepsake photo! Please make sure to register each person attending the event.
Zine Fest | May 3, 12 to 5 p.m.
Where: Green Heron Bookshop, 504 Burleson What: Join us for a feature of dozens of local zine creators (poets, artists, and beyond!)
Info: greenheronbookshop. square.site Registration/Cost: FREE
Time, Tempo, Periodicity | May 5, from 10:30 – 11:45 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Time, Tempo, Periodicity in music explained. Info: Call 512-393-8200
Friends of the Library Mini Book Sale | May 6, from 12 – 2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join Friends of the Library Book Sale and browse a selection of gently used books in great condition! Books available will include titles for adults and children. Credit cards, cash and checks accepted.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
1 Million Cups SMTX |
May 7, from 9 – 10 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Free, monthly educational program designed to engage, connect, and support local entrepreneurs and start-ups.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Think B!G – Small Business Counseling Program | May 7, from 10 – 11 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: The City of San Marcos is invested in helping our local business culture thrive and build resiliency throughout every stage.
Through a unique partnership with BCL of Texas, the ThinkB!G Business Improvement + Growth program offers no-cost, one-on-one customized business and financial coaching at every business stage. Classes are offered on various topics to provide knowledge and tools to succeed. Our specialists can connect you with all the resources you need to grow.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Mystery Book Club | May 7, from 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Mystery Book Club selection is The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler; sponsored by LifeLong Learning. Recommended for adults; minors should be accompanied by a participating adult.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Coffee Time with the Corridor Women’s Network | May 8, 8:30 9:45 a.m.
Where: 1310 Wonder World Drive, Suite 100 What: For women who work and live along the I-35 Corridor between Austin and San Antonio.
Start your morning with meaningful connections.
Enjoy fresh coffee, breakfast bites, and engaging conversations in a welcoming, relaxed setting.
Whether you’re looking to grow your network, share ideas, or build new business relationships, this event offers the perfect opportunity to connect and collaborate.
Who: This Coffee Time is sponsored by Vision Source San Marcos.
Info: RSVP online at business.sanmarcostexas. com/events to be entered in an extra door-prize drawing.
Lego Mania | May 8, from 4 – 5 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join us for some Lego building fun.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Setting up an Indeed Profile | May 9, from 9 – 10 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: In this class, you will learn how to create and optimize an Indeed profile for effective job searching. We will cover the key components of a strong profile, how to search and apply for jobs, and tips for standing out to employers. Info: Call 512-393-8200
Party in your Park – Celebrating National Kids to Parks Day! | May 9, 5 - 8 p.m.
Where: Conway Park – 504 Bliss Lane What: Party in your Park takes place four times a year at a different neighborhood park and for the first one of 2025 we’re bringing the party to Cpt.
Paul Pena Park! Join us as we play games, listen to music, make new friends and enjoy snacks and refreshments.
