SEPTEMBER
Parents as Teachers Storytime When: Friday, Sept. 5 at 10 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join Community Action of Central Texas for an English-Spanish bilingual storytime! We read stories and sing songs and are available to answer questions about the Parents as teachers program. For all ages.
Info: Call 512-3938200.
Second Annual Pride Pageant When: Sept. 5, 5:30 - 10 p.m.
Where: The Porch, 129 E. Hopkins What: The 2nd Annual Pride Pageant 2025 is here, and San Marcos’ fiercest drag entertainers are ready to battle it out for the crown.
Info: facebook.com /SMTXQC1
Writer’s Inc.
When: Monday, Sept. 8, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: It’s simple: we write and share! For ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Sewing: Bookmarks When: Tuesday, Sept. 9, 10 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Learn the parts of the sewing machine and make a cloth bookmark. All materials provided.
For ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Free Legal Aid from Volunteer Attorneys When: Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., application closes at 6:45 p.m., and every and every second Tuesday Who: Receive FREE
The Community Calendar continues on page 7 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.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Info: Call 512-393-8200 Spanish language interpreters are available.
San Marcos Retired Teachers and Staff (SMARTS) monthly meeting
When: Tuesday, Sept. 9, 11:30 a.m.
Where: Stone Brook Active Adult Living Apts., 300 S.
Stagecoach Trail What: Community In Schools (CIS), Lindsay Razzaz Lunch: $15. Variety of sandwiches, salad, dessert, drinks RSVP: Sept. 6, 2025 to: [email protected] Door Prize Raffle proceeds go to Campus Support Incentives Tickets-$1. or 6 for $5 We are still collecting membership dues for 2025-26!
Medicare 101
When: Wednesday, Sept.
10, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join Kurt Schick for an informative presentation on Medicare. For ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Utility Assistance Sign-Up When: Wednesday, Sept.
10, 2025, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Who: Calling all Hays, Caldwell, and Blanco County Residents! Don’t be left in the dark! Sign up in person and let us help you pay your utility bills for the rest of 2025! Eligibility is based on income. Applications may take 6-8 weeks to process.
What to Bring (for the Sept. 10th session): Photo ID of everyone 18 and older in the household, Birth Certificates of everyone in the household, all proof of income from August 11 to Sept. 9 for anyone 18 and older (including Social Security Award letters for 2025), and Current Electric and/or Gas bill.
Where: San Marcos Public Library, 625 E Hopkins St, San Marcos, TX 78666 Info: Online application available: communityaction. com/utilityassistance; Francesca Ramirez: ramirez@communityaction. com, (512) 392-1161 ext. 309
Coffee Time with the Corridor Women’s Network When: Sept. 11, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Academy, 2801 Ranch Road 12 Who: San Marcos Academy What: This is a unique opportunity to gather for coffee, light breakfast, and make meaningful connections with other professional women from across the I-35 Corridor.
Info: The Corridor Women’s Network provides a welcoming and relaxed space for women who live and work between Austin and San Antonio to connect, collaborate, and support one another. And be sure to save the date for the next Corridor Women’s Network gathering which will be on Tuesday, Oct. 14, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Registration/Cost: Free admission. sanmarcostexas. com for information.
60+ S.M.A.S.H. Bowling Social When: Sept. 11, 2 - 4 p.m.
Where: Sunset Bowling Lanes, 1304 Hwy 123 Who: City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation What: Monthly Bowling Social - Bring a friend, it will be a SMASH Info: The fee for this event is $6/person, which includes shoe rental and two games of bowling. The $6 cost will be paid to Sunset Bowling on the day of the event.
Registration: RSVP to nriali@ sanmarcostx.gov or call 512-393-8275 so we can reserve enough lanes.
For more information, call 512-393-8280.
Critters Up Close!
When: Thursday, Sept. 11 at 11 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: bring your favorite outdoor finds for this storytime and show-and-tell!
Share your favorite flower, leaf, or any other nature item and get a chance to have an up-close look at it under a microscope! For ages 4 – 12.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Workforce 101
When: Friday, Sept. 12 at 9 – 10 a.m.
Who: Join us for Workforce 101, an overview of the free services Workforce Solutions- Rural Capital Area provides, including resume building, interview prep, job search assistance, vocational training, and work experiences. Our team will be on hand to discuss available programs, determine eligibility, and answer your questions. We can also assist with certain services on the spot to help you get started right away.
Info: Workforce Solutions 512-392-1291 ext. 13005 Where: San Marcos Public Library, Learning Center
60+ Around the World with Aging is Cool When: Sept. 12, 3:30 4:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center Who: Sponsored by Humana 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.
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. Our next stop in our trek around the world will actually be an island that is part of 3 countries: Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei. We will be visiting the Island of Borneo.
Registration/Cost: Register for Around the World with Aging is Cool by visiting www.sanmarcostx. gov/goparks and clicking on the Active Older Adults tab, or by calling 512-393-8280. Registration is required; the program is free.
Snakefessst!
When: Sept. 13, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Discovery Center – 430 Riverside Drive FREE
Punk Tactics with the Broke Thespians When: Sunday Sept. 14 at 2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join us for Punk Tactics, where fashion rebellion meets sustainability.
Bring your beat-up tees, your out-of-trend jeans, and your forgotten jackets and give them a second life. We’re talking spikes, bleach, hand-stitching, patchwork, and raw attitude.
Broke Thespians teaching artists will guide you step by step on how to give your threads a second life and transform them into something unapologetically YOU.
This event is FREE and open to all ages. Just bring your own pre-loved clothing and Broke Thespians will provide all the tools and materials to rework them.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Attention Renters! Renters’ Legal Aid: Free Legal Council for Tenant Complaints or Evictions When: Every third Monday; Monday, Sept. 15, 2025, 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Who: 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.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Conference Room Info: Call 512-393-8200
Humana Health, Wellness, and Informational Classes When: Sept. 16, 11 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center Who: Sponsored by Humana What: Humana wants to help members of the community achieve better health and well-being so they’re able to take care of themselves and those who matter most to them. This is why they developed resources like programs-in-abox, to help people find their path to good health and well-being. Programsin- a-box is an initiative to help their associates provide educational health and wellness content to the communities they serve. Their educational classes range from 30–60 minutes and cover a variety of well-being topics like: Health and Lifestyle, Nutrition, Behavioral Health, Caregiving, Chronic Conditions and Technology.
Info: The topic for September is The Power of Positive Thinking.
Registration/Cost: Registration is not required.
60+ Indoor Cornhole When: Sept. 16, 1 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center What: Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to this sport, join us once a month for 60+ Indoor Cornhole at the San Marcos Activity Center. 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.
Registration/Cost: For more information call 512393-8280.
Multiple Industry Job Fair When: Every third Wednesday; Wednesday, Sept. 17, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Who: Employers Hiring for Multiple Industries: Manufacturing, Hospitality, Construction, Healthcare, IT, Retail, Skilled Trades, Customer Service, and More!
This event is sponsored by Workforce Solutions—Rural Capital Area.
Where: San Marcos Public Library For more information, call Workforce Solutions - Rural Capital Area 512-392-1291.
60+ Monthly Bingo
When: Sept. 17, 2 - 3 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center What: Will you be the next one to shout “BINGO?”
You’ll never know unless you join us for our monthly Bingo program at the San Marcos Activity Center.
Each month, we provide Bingo with great prizes and light refreshments. Participants are allowed to play 3 bingo cards each game.
Registration is not required. You do not need to be a member of the Activity Center to attend. Come join the fun B-4, during, and after!
Info: Call 512-393-8275.
Registration/Cost: Free
Vision Boards: the Finance Version!
When: Wednesday, Sept.
17, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: More than a creative project: a tool for success! Make a vision board, learn to budget, set financial goals, and leave with practical tools to build financial confidence and independence. All materials provided. Presenter: Lilian Urquidi. For adults ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Fight the Fall
When: Sept. 3, noon to 1 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center Who: Fyzical Therapy & Balance What: Welcome to Fyzical Therapy & Balance’s Fight the Fall, balance and fall prevention class. Balance is in their name, and they specialize in it. At FYZICAL, fall prevention is one of the cornerstones of their mission.
Info: Each class meeting will focus on static and dynamic balance, home safety, balance strategies, and education. Instructors will assess each person’s level of confidence and instruct in strengthening and strategies that are specific for balance and general stability. Participants need to wear loose, comfortable clothing with rubber-soled shoes.
Registration/Cost: Registration is preferred but is not required. You can register for Fight the Fall by visiting www.sanmarcostx. gov/goparks and clicking on the Active Older Adult tab, calling 512-393-8280 or stopping by the San Marcos Activity Center.
Puppet Show: Three Little Fishies When: Thursday, Sept. 18 at 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. and Friday, Sept. 19 at 10a.m. and 11 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join the Library puppeteers for a performance of a classic tale to delight young and old! For all ages.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
60+ Step by Step Painting
When: Sept. 18, 10 a.m.
Where: Dunbar Recreation Center Who: Sponsored by Brookdale San Marcos North What: We would like to invite you to join us for Stepby- Step Painting, Sponsored by Brookdale San Marcos North. 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.
Info: This is a free event, and all supplies will be provided by Brookdale San Marcos North and San Marcos Parks and Recreation.
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. 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.
Party in Your Park
When: Sept. 19, 5 - 8 p.m.
Where: Children’s Park – 205 S CM Allen Pkwy FREE
Utility Assistance Sign-Up When: Monday, Sept. 22, 2025, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Who: Calling all Hays, Caldwell, and Blanco County Residents! Don’t be left in the dark! Sign up in person and let us help you pay your utility bills for the rest of 2025! Eligibility is based on income. Applications may take 6-8 weeks to process.
What to Bring: Photo ID of everyone 18 and older in the household, Birth Certificates of everyone in the household, All proof of income from August 23 Sept. 21 for anyone 18 and older (including Social Security Award letters for 2025), Current Electric and/or Gas bill.
Where: San Marcos Public Library, 625 E Hopkins St, San Marcos, TX 7866 Info: Online application available at https://www.communityaction. com/utilityassistance
