Community
C alendar
June 2024
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.
Turtle Tuesdays
When: Every Tuesday, 10 - 11 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Discovery Center, 430 Riverside What: Participants can interact with, feed and create enrichmentitems for the turtles who call the Discovery Center home.
Food and supplies are provided, and no registration is required for this program.
Wild Wednesdays
When: Every Wednesday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 - 5 p.m.
San Marcos Discovery Center, 430 Riverside Drive 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: Game materials for Bridge, Mexican Train Dominoes, Hand & Foot, and 42 are provided. New members are welcome. We had a great response from people that want to learn to play Mahjong. Unfortunately, we don’t have enough people to teach them. If you know how to play Mahjong and are interested in helping others learn to play, please join us for Game Day on Mondays. We have also been asked to see if there are people interested in playing Pinochle, Euchre, Backgammon, Canasta, and regular dominoes. If you have any questions, or would like to play any of these games, call 512-393-8275 or email to [email protected]. Registration for Game Day is no longer required. Make sure you arrive on time to get in on a game!
Where: San Marcos Activity Center
Call for Submissions for When the River Speaks Poetry Publication When: Ongoing Who: When the River Speaks is a new anthology of community poems and artwork, available free at the library. Want to submit your work?
Send poems, art, or questions to [email protected].
Everyone is invited to share the spirit of creativity!
Info: Call 512-393-8200 or [email protected]
Summer in the Park Concert Series FREE music in the park every Thursday in the summer beginning June 6 - August 8. Click the link in the title for the fullsummer lineup!
When: 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Plaza Park, 206 N CM Allen Rainout site: San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins Street
Watercolor is Back!
When: Mondays, June 3, 10, 17 & 24, and Wednesdays, June 5, 12 & 26, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Come learn how to watercolor with Maryfer! Participants (all levels) will be guided through a watercolor painting each session. Each session will feature a different theme. All materials provided.
Funded by St. David’s Foundation; for ages 18 and up.
Themes in June: 03: Bees and Flowers 05: Bookmark: Hot Air Balloon 10: Mushrooms 12: Umbrella 17: Bookmark: Rose 19: Guitar 24: Still-Life: Leaf 26: Landscape: Mountains Info: Call 512-393-8200
Research Rangers
When: Monday, June 3, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Wednesday, June 5, 3 - 4 p.m.; and Thursday, June 6, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m..
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: The Texas State Research Rangers invite children ages 4-12 to explore the outdoors as community scientists.
Participants will learn about the world around them and contribute to local science. Registration required.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Yoga: Monday Night Reset
When: Monday, June 3,10,17 & 24, from 7 to 8 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: 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
Legomania
When: Monday, June 3 at 3 p.m., Monday June 10 at 3 p.m., and Thursday, June 27 at 3 p.m..
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Ages 4 and up are invited to join us for free play with other Lego-loving kids!
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Active Hope
When: Tuesday, June 4, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Using books, podcasts and other resources, this monthly discussion group will identify imminent global challenges and develop positive personal and local actions in response. Recommended for adults, minors should be accompanied by participating adult.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Puppet Show: Little Cloud and the Very Hungry Caterpillar
When: Tuesday, June 4 at 6:30 p.m., and Wednesday, June 5 at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m..
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join the library puppeteers for a lively tale based on two classic children’s books. For all ages!
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Quilting: Nine Patch Lap or Baby Blanket!
When: Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join Jo Snider and learn how to quilt a small blanket! Participants will pick their fabric packet to make a Nine Patch lap or baby blanket! All materials provided. Funded by St.
David’s Foundation; for ages 18 and up. Registration required.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Adventuring 101
When: Wednesday, June 5, 3 - 5 p.m. Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join Boy Scout Troop 112 and learn basic knot-tying, how to read a map and compass, and more. For ages 8-12. All supplies provided.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
60+ Trivia Time
When: Wednesday, June 5, 1 p.m.
What: We are looking for trivia buffs ages 60 and above to join us for our new program, 60+ Trivia Time, a pub style trivia game. This monthly event will include participants answering multiple choice questions on a variety of topics through Trivia Nerd, a web based, trivia hosting platform. A mobile device, such as a smart phone, a tablet, or laptop computer, is required to play 60+Trivia Time. The questions and possible answers will be projected onto a screen and will also be displayed on the player’s device. Each participant will use their device to select their answers. Trivia Nerd will keep track of individual scores. Points are awarded for correct answers and additional points are awarded to players that answer the questions the fastest. The topics for each round will be chosen by the host. Registration for Trivia time is not required. You will not have to download anything to your device. Play on any smart phone, tablet, or laptop, via a web browser.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center
Mindfulness Meditation
When: Wednesdays, June 5,12 & 26, from 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; 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Mystery Book Club
When: Wednesday, June 5, 2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: June’s selection is “Magic for Liars” by Sarah Gailey. Recommended for adults; minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Fencing Demo
When: Thursday, June 6 at 3 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Van der Wege Academie d'Armes presents a swashbuckling demonstration of Olympic sport fencing! Ages 6 to 17.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
60+ SMASH Sack Lunch Social and Bingo When: Thursday, June 6, 2024. 12:30 - 2 p.m.
What: For each SMASH Sack Lunch Social and Bingo 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. Location: San Marcos Activity Center. FREE!
For more information, call 512-393-8280.
Crazy Crafts
When: June 6 at 10 am, and June 13 at 10 am and 2 p.m., and Monday, June 24 at 10 am.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: For all ages, but children under 5 should bring an adult to help. Crafts take 20 to 30 minutes to complete. All supplies are provided. Different crafts each week!
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Gardeners Lunch Break
When: Thursday, June 6, 2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Bring your lunch and listen to Hays County Master Gardener, Marilyn Love, discuss the Earth Kind program.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Utility Assistance Open Sign-Up
When Thursday, June 6, 6 - 8 p.m.
Who: Hays and Caldwell County residents are welcome to sign up for utility assistance with community action case managers, who can sign you up on the spot. No registration is necessary. If deemed eligible, you could have your electric and gas bills paid for a year. Staff members would be on hand to help you apply. Please bring a government-issued photo ID and a US passport or birth certificate for all members of the household) and proof of income for anyone 18 and older, such as paycheck stubs, social security benefit letters, child support, long-term disability, and VA benefits. For specific questions, please call Francesca Ramirez at 512-392-1161 x 309.
Where: San Marcos Public Library, Meeting Room A Info: Call 512-393-8200
Live Your Best Life: Healthy Habits
When: Friday, June 7, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
What: Youth Task Force is youth-led advisory board that consist of 8th grade and high school age youth.
They are part of the Core Four Partnership. This is a group that encourages youth voice and youth engagement that is developed by youth. They provide opportunities for youth of the Greater San Marcos Area to be civically engaged and have a safe and inclusive place to build their leadership skills.
This is a FREE event for local area youth.
Registration is required. Please visit the website to learn more: sites.google.com/view/smtxytf-conference/ welcome Where: San Marcos Activity Center
Job Skills Tech Class: How to use Canva
When: Friday, June 7th, 9 - 10 am Who: In this hands-on workshop, explore the possibilities of Canva, a free online graphic design tool. Use it to create social media posts, presentations, videos, logos, and more.
Where: San Marcos Public Library, Conference Room Info: Call 512-393-8200
E5 Fitness
When: Fridays, June 7, 14, 21 & 28, 3 to 4 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Come enjoy a science-based functional fitness class. Every class is divided into 5 different time-based segments--each with a different focus. The segments are enable--endure--engage--exert--and rEcover. Each participant controls the intensity of movement for themselves. E5 Fitness is based on a variability of movements, so your brain gets a workout along with your body! Instructor: Lynne Kypuros. Funded by St. David's Foundation; for ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Sirena and Friends: Children’s Bilingual Story Hour
When: Saturday, June 8 at 10:30 a.m., and Tuesday, June 25 at 6:30 p.m..
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join us in a Spanish/bilingual story hour featuring Sirena, the indigenous mermaid. Get crafty with a take-home craft workshop and explore meaningful traditions with this engaging experience. Sirena will guide us through a fascinating journey filled with stories and hands-on activities.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
SMART Orchestra: Composer’s Recital
When: Saturday, June 8, noon to 2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join the SMART orchestra for recitals featuring music composed by central Texas composers (students and professionals). All ages.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Anime Club: Sailor Moon Pop-up Café!
When: Saturday, June 8 at 2 – 4 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join us for a Sailor Moon themed afternoon! Themed drinks, snacks, and crafts are provided while we watch the first few episodes of the show!
Registration required. For ages 13-17.
Registration required.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
