DECEMBER 60+ Super Senior Jeopardy When: Wednesday, Dec 17, 1 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center Who: Seniors 60+ What: This group social will include playing a “Jeopardy like” trivia game from JeopardyLabs.com.
Participants will take turns choosing the category and amount of the question. Each participant will have the opportunity to answer each question.
For every correct answer, participants will be awarded the “amount”of the question. For every incorrect answer, the “amount”of the question will be deducted from the participant’s score.
Points are not awarded or deducted for unanswered questions.
Registration: Registration not required
60+ SMASH Sack Lunch Social and Bingo When: Thursday, Dec 18, 12:30 - 2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center Who: Seniors 60+ What: For each SMASH Sack Lunch Social and Bingo
The Community Calendar continues on page 6 meeting, participants will need to bring their own sack lunch to eat while socializing with friends before we play Bingo.The Sack Lunch Social will begin at 12:30 PM and Bingo will begin at 1:00 PM.Water and tea will be provided as well as bingo prizes.
Registration/Cost: Free, for info call 512-393-8280
Fly your Texas Flag to Honor Siege of Béxar When: Friday, Dec. 19 Where: Your home or business What: Fly your flags to honor the siege of Bexar (San Antonio) which became the first major campaign of the Texas Revolution. From October until early December 1835 an army of Texan volunteers laid siege to a Mexican army in San Antonio de Béxar Info: Sponsored by the Moon-McGehee Chapter, Daughters of The Republic of Texas, in keeping with our dedication to the preservation and education of Texas History.
Movies in Your Park When: Friday. Dec. 19, 7:30 p.m.
Where:UFCU Stadium – 1100 Aquarena Springs Drive What: Featuring Dr.
Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas Yuletide Market When: Saturday, Dec 20, 12 - 5 p.m.
Where: Green Heron Bookshop What: Gift market featuring local vendors. Chili cookoff, vintage, tarot, local artisans.
Open mic poetry at 2 p.m.
Yuletide Market
When: Saturday, Dec. 20, 12 - 5 p.m.
Where: Green Heron Bookshop What: Gift market featuring local vendors. Chili cookoff, vintage, tarot, local artisans.
Open mic poetry at 2 p.m.
Storytime at the Library When: Friday, Dec. 26, 10 11 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library What: Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun!
Registration/Cost: Free, no registration required
Resumes Made Easy When: Thursdays, from 1 pm-2 pm, (except December 25th) Who: Are you job hunting, but need help with your resume? Learn how to create a resume, update the one you have, or have your resume reviewed by a librarian. No resume? Bring your employment and education history.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Info: Call 512.393.8200
Job Search Help
When: Fridays from 10 am-11 am, (except December 26th) Who: Let us help you find new employment every step of the way! We will help you find new jobs postings, write your resume or cover letter, and go into the interview prepared and with confidence.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Info: Call 512.393.8200
Avoid That SCAM!
When: Fridays from 10 - 11 am, (except December 26th) Who: Suspicious emails or phone calls? Don’t risk it!
Join us at the library to verify if it is a scam or legitimate. We will provide confidential assistance to help you figure out if the request is real or fraudulent, keeping your information safe.
Where: San Marcos Public Library
JANUARY Day One Kids Run
When: Wednesday Jan. 1, 1 p.m.
Where: Ramon Lucio Park – 601 S CM Allen Parkway What: Participants can run, walk, stroll - whatever gets them to the finish line! Parents are encouraged (but not required) to accompany children on the course. The course is a 1.1 mile trail with optional actions to learn how local wildlife spend their winter.
Info: Bring a reusable water bottle, enjoy some snacks and prizes, and dress up like your favorite woodland creature for extra fun! No reservations required.
Perler Bead Craft
When: Saturday Jan 3, 12:15 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: For ages 12-17 What: Create bag and bracelet charms using Perler Beads! Heat will be used, caution is needed.
Registration/Cost: No registration required
Friends of the Library Mini Book Sale When: Tuesday Jan 6, 12 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library What: 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.
1 Million Cups SMTX
When: Wednesday Jan 7, 9 - 10 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library What: Free, monthly educational program designed to engage, connect, and support local entrepreneurs and start-ups.
Wreaths Out Day
When: Wednesday Jan 10, 10 a.m.
Where: City Cemetery – 1001 Ranch Road 12 What: We will be respectfully removing, dismantling and composting the wreaths that were placed on the headstones during National Wreaths Across America Day.
Info: To sign up to volunteer, or to sponsor a wreath visit: wreathsacrossamerica. org/tx0916
Legal Aid from Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas When: Tuesday Jan 13, 6 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library What: 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.
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.
Spanish language interpreters are available.
Intérpretes de español disponibles.
Teen Video Game Hang Out When: Saturday Jan 31, 1 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Ages 12 - 17 What: Teens are invited to hang out in our teen room and play on our Nintendo Switch, or they can bring their own handheld devices. Snacks provided.
