Community
Calendar 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 17 & 24, and Wednesday, June 26, 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: 17: Bookmark: Rose 19: Guitar 24: Still-Life: Leaf 26: Landscape: Mountains Info: Call 512-393-8200 Yoga: Monday Night Reset
When: Monday, June 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
Quilting: Nine Patch Lap or Baby Blanket!
When: Tuesdays, June 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
E5 Fitness
When: Fridays, June 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
Adult Collage
When: Sunday, June 16, 3 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. Facilitated by Stevie Black. For ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Thrills and Chills Book Club
When: Monday, June 17, 5 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join Prescilia Kengni for this inaugural meeting of the Thrills and Chills Book Club—where participants will discuss what thriller and suspense titles to read. Club will meet every third Monday of the month. For ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Teen Jewelry Making
When: Tuesday, June 18 at 1 – 2 p.m. Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join our staff member Tristan for some stretch bracelet making! For ages 13 - 17. All materials are provided.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Andy Hartsock and the Ninjas When: Thursday, June 20 at 11 am. Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Rock the library with zany original songs and high energy kids' favorites! For all ages.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Aquatic Storytime
When: Thursday, June 20 at 2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: The Broke Thespians Theater Troupe presents an aquatic-themed storytime for all ages. Don't be shellfish! Come share a story with us!
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Job Skills Tech Class: Using AI to Assist Your Job Search When: Friday, June 21, 9 - 10 a.m.
Who: AI can revolutionize your job search by providing personalized recommendations, streamlining the application process, and offering insights on improving your resume for better visibility to potential employers.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Conference Room
Teen Video Game Hang Out
When: Friday, June 21, 2 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Teens (ages 12-17) are invited to hang out in our teen room and play our Nintendo Switch or they can bring their own handheld devices. Snacks provided. Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Medicare 101
When: June 21 and July 19 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Who: Dive deep into the ins and outs of healthcare for seniors and make informed decisions on the type that best suits your needs.
Where: San Marcos Public Library, Conference Room Info: Call 512-393-8200
Caturday Saturday!
When: Saturday, June 22, 12 - 1 p.m.
Who: If you're a fan of felines, this is for you. Do you enjoy discussing everything about cats, sharing pictures of your furry friends, and delighting in images shared by others? Join us and share in the fun!
Where: San Marcos Public Library, Makerspace Info: Call 512-393-8200 Dances for Adults with Disabilities
When: June 21 from 7 - 10 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center, What: Adults (18+) with disabilities, you are invited to come to our luau themed dance party with DJ music, door prizes, and fun! Admission is FREE and concession items, such as soda, candy, cookies, and chips, will be $1 each. Participants that require assistance must be accompanied by an assistant.
Please call 512-393-8280 for more information!
If you areinterested in volunteering, sign up on our volunteer website
Mar G. Bilingual Author Visit
When: Saturday, June 22 at 1 p.m..
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Bilingual Author Mar G. will read from her English/Spanish picture books and talk about writing and family. For all ages!
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Code Camp
When: Saturdays, June 22-August 10, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: An opportunity for young adults ages 10 and up to learn coding with their families. Students will learn Python, and a parent should plan to attend and participate with each student. Registration required.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Just Friends: LGBTQIA+ Book Club
When: Sunday, June 23, 4 - 5 p.m., Who: Join us every 4th Sunday at 4 p.m. to discuss and celebrate queer books!
Everyone ages 18+ is welcome!
Where: San Marcos Public Library Info: Call 512-393-8200
Dumpling Wrapping Lesson
When: Monday, June 24 at 1 p.m..
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Learn how to wrap dumplings at this interactive program hosted by Asian Family Support Services of Austin. Registration required.
Info: Call 512-393-8200.
Jewelry Club
When: Monday, June 24, 4 to 6 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join staff member, Tristan, and come make jewelry. Registration required. All materials provided. For ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
Altered Book Art
When: Monday, June 24, 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Altered book art is the practice of using a book as the basis for an art piece or journal. Only found books past their prime will be used in this session— no public library books. Instructor Tanya Turley will lead this informative and interactive altered book art session. All materials provided; however, you may bring items to add to your book. For ages 18 and up. Info: Call 512-393-8200
ENG-Aging Series When: Tuesday, June 25, 6 to 7 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Join Kathy Palmer, Aging and Care Consultant, for tips and tricks to maintain a physically and mentally active lifestyle as you age. 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: 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.
Movies In Your Park
Tuesdays in the summer beginning June 25 (locations vary) Pre-movie activities begin at 7:30 p.m.; movie begins around 8:45 p.m. (dependent on sunset) Where: Rio Vista Pool, 555 Cheatham Street FREE!
Active Balance
When: June 25, 12 - 1 p.m.
What: CHRISTUS HomeCare brings you our new balance class, Active Balance. Join us this month for a balance class that will improve your safety and decrease your risk of falls. This class is for those 60 and above, at all activity levels. It will improve your confidence, strength and flexibility while increasing mobility.
Where: San Marcos Activity Center. Participants need to wear loose, comfortable clothing with rubber-soled shoes. For more information, call 512-393-8280.
Mindfulness Meditation
When: June 26, 9:30 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
Queer Game Night
When: June 26, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: San Marcos Public Library Who: Bring your favorite board game, trading card game (TCG), or tabletop game and come play in an inclusive, safe, and sober environment. For folx of the LGBTQIA+ community and all those who support and love them. For ages 18 and up.
Info: Call 512-393-8200
