Calendar February 2024
Zumba Gold
When: Classes are from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays Where: The Price Center at 222 San Antonio St.
Details: Classes are free if you are a current Price Center member. Most new participants do become members to support the events and activities that happen at the Price Center. An annual Price Center membership is $35. Otherwise the cost for classes is $2 per student.
Info: Contact Janet Aron at Facebook.com/janetszumbagold
GriefShare
When: Mondays, 6 - 8 p.m.
Where: First Baptist Church, 325 W. McCarty Lane What: 14-week video and discussion seminar offering support for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one.
For more information and registration, go to griefshare.org or call 512-558-1012
Calling All Instrumentalists
Rehearsals reconvene for the Aquarena Springs Symphonic Band. The group will be reading new charts in preparation for spring and summer performances.
The community band is welcoming experienced wind and percussion players with high school experience and beyond.
No audition required, only a desire to play music.
Where: Weekly rehearsals are held at First Baptist Church, 325 W. McCarty Contact 512-212-6228 or email the band: aquarenaspringssymphonicband@gmail. com
Life Long Learning: Register Now!
San Marcos Parks and Recreation in cooperation with Life Long Learning of San Marcos is once again offering new Life Long Learning courses for the greater San Marcos area. The classes are primarily for those age 60 and above, but adults of any age are welcome to register. To REGISTER or for more information on the classes, please stop by the Activity Center at 501 East Hopkins, Call 512-393-8280 or visit sanmarcostx. gov/activeSMTX and search LLL for Life Long Learning courses. A minimum number of registrants is required for these classes to make.
Cover Letters Made Easy
When: Mondays, 9 - 10 a.m.
Who: 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.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Info: Call 512-393-8200
Wild Wednesdays
When: Every Wednesday, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 - 5 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Discovery Center, 430 Riverside What: Wild Wednesdays will take place every Wednesday with a different wildlife theme each month. This free, kid-focused program includes education through natural history items, a self-guided activity, thematic color sheet, craft and more. No registration is required for this come-and-go program. FREE
60+ Game Day
When: Meets every Monday- except City Holidays, 12:30 - 4 p.m.
What: Join us for Game Day. Game materials for Bridge, Mexican Train Dominoes, Hand & Foot, and 42 are provided. We will add new games at your request. New members are welcome.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center Registration for Game Day is no longer required. Make sure you arrive on time to get in on a game!
Tax Aide
When: Mondays, 1:15 to 4:30 p.m., & Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Trained volunteers from AARP prepare individual tax returns for free by appointment at the library starting in Feb.. To register go to: aarp.org/money/ taxes/aarp_taxaide/locations.html or call the library.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Adult Time Out
When: Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
A time to slow down and unwind and take a break from the usual hustle and bustle of life. Join us for some coloring and/or other mindfulness activities.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Info: Call 512-393-8200
Baby Lap-sit Time
Fiber Friends
When: Tuesdays, 12 to 12:30 p.m. & 1 to 1:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Bring your baby (18 months and under) for lap-sit stories, songs, and bubbles!
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Storytime
When: Tuesdays & Fridays, 10 to 10:30 a.m. & 11 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun!
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
San Marcos Fiber Arts
When: Wednesdays, 7 to 8:45 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: The library invites you to sit and knit, crochet, weave, sew, or work on any other fiber project in a relaxed atmosphere with good company. Bring your own projects to work on and join us every Wednesday evening.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Ask a Master Gardener
When: Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon Where: San Marcos Public Library Lobby Who: Master Gardener and staff member, Christi, will be available at a table in the lobby to answer your gardening questions. Stop by and ask Christi your gardening questions.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Resumes Made Easy
When: Thursdays, from 1 - 2 p.m.
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 - 11 a.m.
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
Tech Friday
When: Fridays, 10 to 11 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: The library offers free technology and computer help every Friday in basic computing skills, internet, email, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel. You can also get help with your mobile device. Meets every Friday.
Info: Call 512-393-8200 When: Fridays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: The library invites you to sit and knit, crochet, weave, sew, or work on any other fiber project in a relaxed atmosphere with good company. Bring your own projects to work on and join us every Friday morning.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Adult Collage
When: Sunday, Feb. 18, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Come create a collage! Supplies are provided, but you are welcome to bring additional materials. For ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Fly your Texas Flag to Honor Texas Statehood
When: Monday, Feb. 19 Where: at your home or business Who: all Texans, to remember this day in 1846, when the Republic was formally transferred to the United States as the 28th state.
Info: Sponsored by the Moon-McGehee Chapter, Daughters of The Republic of Texas, that is dedicated to the preservation and education of Texas History.
Mindfulness Meditation
When: Tuesdays, Feb. 20 & 27th, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Participants (all levels) will be introduced to different Mindfulness Meditation practices, including “sitting,” “standing,” and “lying.” Funded by St.
David’s Foundation; for ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
60+ Indoor Cornhole
When: Feb, 20, 1 p.m.
What: Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to this sport, join us once a month for 60+ Indoor Cornhole.
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.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center For more information call 512-3938280.
