APRIL
Cottage Kitchen Luncheon
When: April 2, May 7, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Charles S.
Cock House, 400 E.
Hopkins St Who: Heritage Association of San Marcos What: Cottage Kitchen Luncheon. The March luncheon is hosted by Corridor Title - San Marcos, and the menu will feature Palmer’s Shepherd’s Pie with a salad and a roll. There will also be delicious homemade desserts.
Info: Lunches hosted by local businesses and organizations Registration/Cost: $10 per person
Farmer Fred’s Garden Spring Carnival
When: April 2, 6-9 p.m. Where: City Park, 170 Charles Austin Drive Who: San Marcos Parks and Recreation What: Ring in the Spring with us Farmer Fred’s Garden Spring Carnival! This FREE event features carnival games, bunny photos, egg races, and more.
Concessions are available at an additional cost. This City-sponsored event will be free to park for all attending. There is no need to approach the kiosk and no citations will be issued during the event. Additional details and volunteer sign up (we need your help!) can be found on our event storymap.
Registration/Cost: Free event and free parking
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
The Community Calendar continues on page 7 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
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
Spring Native Plant Sale & Sustainability Fair
When: April 4, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Discovery Center, 430 Riverside Drive Who: San Marcos Parks and Recreation What: The Spring Native Plant Sale and Sustainability Fair offers a wide variety of native and adapted plants, including: perennials, grasses, shrubs, trees, and organic vegetables and herbs. Knowledgeable staff are available to assist with plant questions.
Local organizations will be onsite for the accompanying Sustainability Fair to discuss environmental efforts and how you can get involved in sustainability initiatives.
Plant availability list can be found on our event storymap the week of the event. Sign up to volunteer at: bit.ly/4ayIXhS Registration/Cost: Free event; plants at cost
Cover Letters Made Easy
When: Mondays from 9-10 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Conference Room (128) What: Market yourself and gain an edge in today’s job market by learning how to write an effective cover letter. We will discuss the components of a cover letter, review proper formatting, and determine what content to include and what to leave out.
Info: Call 512.393.8200 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.org/money/taxes/ aarp_taxaide/locations. html or call the library.
Room: Meeting Room A
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
Overeaters Anonymous
When: Tuesdays 12-1 p.m.
Where: First Lutheran Church, 130 W. Holland St.
What: Overeaters Anonymous Info: For those with a problem with food or body image Registration/Cost: free
Al-anon
When: Tuesdays 12:301:30 p.m.
Where: United Campus Ministry, 510 N. Guadalupe St.
What: Al-anon Info: A fellowship for friends and families of alcoholics Registration/Cost: free
LWV of Hays County Wine Fundraiser 2026
When: April 9, 2026 Where: Texas Old Town - The Redbud, Kyle, Tx 78640 Who: League of Women Voters of Hays County What: Wine tasting Fundraiser Info: Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the League of Women Voters Hays County’s 2026 Spring Wine Fundraiser! Set against the charming backdrop of Texas Old Town in Kyle, this year’s event promises to blend elegance and energy with our unwavering mission to empower voters and strengthen democracy across our community.
Registration/Cost: $40 pre-sale now-2/28, $50 ticket price 3/1-4/8, $60 day of 4/9
The Parkinson’s Journey
When: Third Wednesdays of the month, starting March 18 Where: First Baptist Church, 325 W. McCarty Lane Who: Dr. Abel Galaviz What: Let’s go through this journey together and share strategies on how to cope wih Parkinson’s.
We invite you to attend our meeting.
Info: [email protected] Registration/Cost: free
Walk HOME Community Event
When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 18 Where: Plaza Park, 206 North CM Allen Pkwy Who: H.O.M.E. Center What: This is the inaugural Walk HOME Community Event, which will honor unhoused neighbors and the challenges they face daily. It will be a full day at Plaza Park featuring live music, local venders, a resource fair and games for the kids.
Info: homecenter.org Registration/Cost: free
Tennis Clinic
When: April 18, 1-3 p.m.
Where: Rio Vista Tennis Courts, 555 Cheatham Street Who: San Marcos Parks and Recreation What: Ages 7+ Registration/Cost: free, Registration required on Parks and Rec website
Cape’s Dam Open House & Survey
When: April 22, 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center, Rooms 1 & 2, 501 E. Hopkins Street Who: City of San Marcos What: English Survey: https://www.surveymonkey. com/r/39GFBYQ Spanish Survey: https:// www.surveymonkey. com/r/L7LMH7R Surveys close May 1 The City of San Marcos, in collaboration with Hays County, is developing potential design concepts for the Cape’s Dam area for a future presentation to the San Marcos City Council. The design concepts may include rehabilitating the existing structure, modifying it, or removing it. In addition, consideration will be given to adjustments to access and site safety to the dam and the surrounding area.
Registration/Cost: free
Party in your Park
When: April 24, 5-8 p.m. Where: Kenneth M.
Copeland Memorial Park, 401 Cottonwood Parkway Who: San Marcos Parks and Recreation What: Party in your Park takes place four times a year at a different neighborhood park! Join us as we play games, listen to music, make new friends and enjoy snacks and refreshments.
Registration/Cost: free
