February
Enhanced Library Cards
When: Wednesday, Feb. 25 Where: San Marcos Public Library What: Available only to residents of San Marcos and Hays County, ages 18 and older. Please bring 3 documents, one of which must have your name and address, and one of which must have a photo.
Info: Contact the library at 512-3938200 Registration/Cost: free
Tax Aide
When: Mondays, 9:30 a.m - 5 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library What: Trained volunteers from AARP prepare individual tax returns for free by appointment at the library starting in February. To register go to: https://www.aarp.o rg/money/taxes/aar p_taxaide/locations. html or call the library.
Room: Meeting RoomA
Yoga Monday Night Reset
When: Mondays, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library What: Join yoga teacher E.D.Watson for a chill, relaxing yoga practice. Bring a mat and any props you like to use.
Info: Call 512.393.8200
Resumes Made Easy
When: Thursdays, from 1 - 2 p.m.
What: 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
Microprinting: Small Pieces with Big Impact
When: Thursdays in Feb, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library What: Come explore printmaking! Techniques for printing without a traditional press—linocut, polystyrene, Tetra Pak and designing and making rubber stamps—will be explored. Final prints will be approximately 6-8 inches max. Every class opens with a few minutes of grounding and stretching to gently transition into the day’s creative segment. Next, students will warm up with sketching or “Garabatos”. Sketches will be used as the starting point for designs that will be turned into prints. All materials provided. Funded by St. David’s Foundation; for ages 18 and up. Instructor: Gigi Mederos Info: Call 512.393.8200
Caregiving Connections
When: Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library What: Caregiver support group. Facilitator: Kathy Palmer. Funded by St. David’s Foundation. For ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512.393.8200
Job Search Help
When: Fridays from 10 - 11 a.m.
What: 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
MARCH Collage
When: March 1 from 35 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library: Makerspace (139A) What: Come play with glue and scissors...create a collage! Info: Call 512.393.8200 Registration/Cost: free
Memoir Writing Workshop
When: March 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Author Spike Gillespie What: Writers of all levels (beginners too!) are welcome to join author Spike Gillespie for this free weekly memoir writing workshop. All materials provided.
Info: Call 512.393.8200 Registration/Cost: free
Storytime
When: March 3 from 10-10:45 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Community Room B (105) What: Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun!
Info: Call 512.393.8200 Registration/Cost: free
Philosophy Dialogues
When: March 4 at 3:30-5 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Community Room A (104) Who: Presenter: Rebekah Ross, LPC What: Shame vs. Guilt: A Distinction with a Difference and Why It Matters in Therapy Info: Call 512.393.8200 Registration/Cost: free
Cottage Kitchen Luncheon
When: March 5,April 2, May 7, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Charles S.
Cock House, 400 E.
Hopkins St Who: (if listed) Heritage Association of San Marcos What: Cottage Kitchen Luncheon Info: Lunches hosted by local businesses and organizations Registration/Cost: $10 per person
Job Search Help
When: March 6 from 10-11 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Learning Center (Room 141) What: There’s no need to register for this event. Just meet us at San Marcos Public Library.
Info: Call 512.393.8200 Registration/Cost: free
Tomás Rivera Mexican American Children’s Book Award celebrates its 30th anniversary
When: March 7 at 10 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library What: The day starts off with a children’s parade from City Park, starting at 9:00 am.
The fair at the Library will begin at 10:00 am and will include presentations by 13 awardwinning authors and illustrators, performances by local school children, hands-on literacy and art activities for children and youth, and book giveaways.
Fun for the whole family! All events are free and open to the public; some workshops will have limited capacity.
Info: Call 512.393.8200 Registration/Cost: free
