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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
60+ SMASH Sack Lunch Social and Bingo | May 1, 12:30 - 2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center Who: City of San Marcos What: For each SMASH Sack Lunch Social and Bingo meeting, participants will need to bring their own sack lunch to eat while socializing with friends before we play Bingo. Water and tea will be provided as well as bingo prizes. Info: call 512-393-8280 Cost: Free
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 weav-
The Community Calendar continues on page 7 ing. 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
60+ Indoor Cornhole | May 6, 1 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center Who: City of San Marcos What: Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to this sport, join us once a month for 60+ Indoor Cornhole at the. Cornhole is similar to horseshoes except you use wooden boxes called cornhole platforms and corn bags instead of horseshoes and metal stakes. Contestants take turns pitching their bags at the platform until a contestant reaches the score of 21 points. A bag in the hole scores 3 points, while one on the platform scores 1 point. Benefits of playing Cornhole for Senior Citizens include increased mobility and leg strength, depth perception and vision, and balance and hip mobility.
Info: 512-393-8280
First Tuesday SMTX presents: Get Back Up, the Blue October Story | Tuesday, May 6. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Film begins at 7 p.m.
Where: The Price Center What: First Tuesday SMTX will present a screening of “Get Back Up: The Blue October Story” with a Post-film Q&A conducted by Director Norry Niven (in person) and Avery Armstrong, Music Historian, Center for Texas Music History at TXST.
Registration/Cost: Advanced tickets are $9 and available at firsttues-daysmtx. com
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
Porcupine - Comedy With A Point | Thursday, May 8, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Roughhouse Brewing Who: Sponsored by Roughhouse Brewing & the City of San Marcos Art Commission What: Get ready to laugh your socks off at our stand-up comedy night at Roughhouse Brewing Info: Reserve seats at eventbrite.com/e/ standup-at-roughhouse-brewing-porcupinecomedy- with-a-point-freetickets- 1339151260469 Registration/Cost: FREE, with a suggested Donation of $10. Not required but definitely appreciated.
Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. If you wish to sit close to the stage, please arrive early.
RSVP to help us staff and prepare seating.
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
Phase 2 of the Riverfront Parks Design Plan & Eastside Regional Park Plan | Thursday, May 8 from 5:30 - 7 p.m. and Monday (come and go) at the former Quail Creek Country Club and Golf Course - 2701 Airport Highway Monday, May 12 from 5:30-7pm (come and go) at the San Marcos Activity Center - 501 E. Hopkins Street Who: San Marcos Parks & Recreation What: During the months of February and March, Parks and Recreation held seven public meetings and conducted an online survey for the Riverfront Parks Design Plan and the Eastside Regional Park Plan.
We compiled the feedback received and our consultant is currently working to create two concepts and another survey for each plan, which we will share as we enter the next phase of this process. We hope you will join us and provide your input at our two May meetings, listed below.
Info: sanmarcostx. gov/4514/Riverfront-Parks-Plan-and-Eastside-Regio
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.
60+ Around the World with Aging is Cool | May 9, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center What: In our ongoing quest to provide quality informational, educational, physical and social enrichment opportunities for area seniors, we are excited to introduce one of our newest programs, Around the World with Aging is Cool now sponsored by Humana. As part of their lifelong learning presentation series, instructors from Aging Is Cool will take us on a fascinating journey across the globe.
Each session will focus on a different country as we learn about its cultures, traditions, food and history. Expect surprises along the way, including the possibility to sample popular foods from each destination.
Register: Visit sanmarcostx. gov/goparks and click on the Active Older Adults tab, or call 512-3938280.
Sirena’s Bilingual Story Hour | May 10, from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join us in a Spanish/ bilingual story hour featuring Sirena, the indigenous mermaid. Get crafty with a take-home craft workshop and explore meaningful traditions with this engaging experience.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Migratory Bird Day Festival | May 10, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Discovery Center – 430 Riverside Drive What: Celebrate birds during this fun, interactive festival for the whole family. A live bird “meet and greet,” bird walks, live music, games, partner booths, crafts, activities and a migratory bird obstacle course are a few of the things we have in store for you. This festival is part of a global effort to further migratory bird conservation around the globe by creating a worldwide campaign organized around the planet’s major migratory bird corridors. This 2025 theme is Shared Spaces: Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Communities.
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