MAY 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 512-393-8280.
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. FREE
Caturday Saturday! | May 10 and 24, from 12 – 1:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: If you’re a fan of felines, then this might be for you. Do you enjoy discussing everything about cats, sharing pictures of your own furry friends, and delighting in images shared by others? This month, we’re snagging the spotlight for cats with various cat-themed activities.
Come join us and share in the fun!
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Tuning, Tonality, Symmetry | May 12, from 10:30 – 11:45a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Tuning, tonality and symmetry in music explained.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Writer’s Inc. | May 12, from 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Come write and share with the group.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
D&D | May 13, from 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Come play D&D 5.5e at the library with our noncommittal sessions!
Some knowledge is preferred. Teens and adults are welcome.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Free Legal Aid from Volunteer Attorneys Reciba Asesoriamento Legal Gratuito | May 13, from 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Receive FREE LEGAL ADVICE from a licensed attorney volunteer. Some cases may qualify for additional legal services. Please note: We do not help with criminal or immigration matters. Spanish language interpreters are available.
Reciba Asesoriamento Legal Gratuito de un abogado licenciado voluntario. Algunos casos pueden calificar para servicios legales adicionales. Tenga en cuenta: No ayudamos con asuntos penales o de inmigración. Intérpretes de español disponibles.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
May SMARTS San Marcos Area Retired Teachers and Staff | Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 11:30 a.m.
Where: Stone Brook Active Adult Living Apts., 300 S.
Stagecoach Trail Program: Installation of Officers for the 2025-2027 school years, Hays CISD Fuentes Middle School Mariachi to perform.
Lunch: TBD, $15., RSVP to [email protected] Membership dues for 2025-26 can be paid now
Active Balance | May 13, 12 - 1 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center What: This class will help you improve your safety and decrease your risk of falls. This class is for those 60 and above, at all activity levels. It will improve your confidence, strength and flexibility while increasing mobility. Participants need to wear loose, comfortable clothing with rubber-soled shoes.
Info: Call 512-393-8280
Active Hope | May 13, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Using books, podcasts and other resources, this monthly discussion group will identify imminent global challenges and develop positive personal and local actions in response. Recommended for adults; minors should be accompanied by a participating adult.
Info: Call 512-393-8200 Check It Out! Book Club | May 14, from 1 – 3 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join us for a lively discussion about May’s book “The Axeman’s Carnival” by Catherine Chidgey.
June’s book is “Thinking in Pictures” by Temple Grandin.
Info: Call 512-393-8200 60+ Trivia Time | May 14, 1 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center What: We are looking for trivia buffs ages 60 and above to join us for 60+ Trivia Time, a pub style trivia game at the San Marcos Activity Center!
This monthly event will include participants answering multiple choice questions on a variety of topics through Trivia Nerd, a web based, trivia hosting platform. A mobile device, such as a smart phone, a tablet, or laptop computer, is required to play 60+Trivia Time. The questions and possible answers will be projected onto a screen and will also be displayed on the player’s device.
Each participant will use their device to select their answers. Trivia Nerd will keep track of individual scores. Points are awarded for correct answers, and additional points are awarded to players that answer the questions the fastest. The topics for each round are chosen by the host. Registration for Trivia time is not required. You will not have to download anything to your device.
Play on any smart phone, tablet, or laptop, via a web browser.
Info: Call 512-393-8280
Donor Wall Dedication | May 15, from 3 – 4 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join the Library staff and Friends of the Library in honoring the donors whose generous gifts support the Library. We will have a brief ceremony and reception in honor of the installation of our donor wall.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
60+ Step by Step Painting | May 15, 10 a.m.
Where: Dunbar Recreation Center located at 801 West MLK Who: Sponsored by Brookdale San Marcos North What: We would like to invite you to join us for Step-by-Step Painting,. Participants will be led by an art instructor who will take them step by step through the creation of their painting. All participants will be painting the same subject.
This is a free event, and all supplies will be provided by Brookdale San Marcos North and San Marcos Parks and Recreation.
Info: This program fills up fast and has people on a waitlist. If you register and are unable to come, please withdraw so others may attend.
Registration/Cost: Registration is required and is limited to 38 people.
Register by visiting www. sanmarcostx.gov/goparks and clicking on the Active Older Adults tab, calling 512-393-8280 or stopping by the San Marcos Activity Center.
Mariachi Recital - Centro Cultural Hispano de San Marcos | May 15, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join students from Centro Cultural Hispano de San Marcos for an afternoon of Mariachi music!
For all ages!
Info: Call 512-393-8200 Tabletop RPG Club | May 17, from 6 – 5:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join us for some tabletop role-playing games!
Talk and play Dungeons and Dragons, Traveller, Battle Tech, and so much more!
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Wildflower Suzuki Recital | May 17, from 2 – 4 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join the Wildflower Suzuki Studio for a violin, guitar, and piano recital.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Texture, Timbre, Relativity | May 19, from 10:30 – 11:45a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Texture, timbre and relativity in music explained.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Renters’ Legal Aid: Free Legal Council for Tenant Complaints or Evictions | May 19, 3:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Attention Renters!
Meet with Austin Tenants Council representatives and receive free counseling, mediation services to settle conflicts, eviction protection, and many other kinds of assistance. No registration required.
Si es un inquilino que tiene problemas con el propietario, el Austin Tenants Council (ATC) está aquí para ayudarlo. Únase a ATC en la biblioteca para obtener más información sobre los diversos servicios que ATC puede brindarle para proteger sus derechos como inquilino.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
