Facilitator Barbara Graves introduces practical techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, creative expression, and gentle embodiment practices like yoga, tai chi, or contemplative walking—all to support mental health and overall wellness. All materials
provided. Funded by St. David’s Foundation. For ages 18 and up.

Facilitated by Barbara Graves

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

Step out of your daily roles and discover your different characters! In this playful theater class, we will use the tools of improv, character development, performance, and storytelling to give the characters within an opportunity to take center state. Participants will experience a theater process that enhances mental well-being. No prior theater experience required. Funded by St. David's Foundation. For ages 18 and up.

Facilitated by Ellen Geis

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

Come hear the story of African Americans in the city of San Marcos, Texas and learn about local history and the remarkable people who have lived and created and contributed to the city and the world. Located on a collection of historical African American properties in the historic Dunbar neighborhood. Self-Guided exploration and guided museum tours both available.

Tours given by Calaboose African American History Museum guides

No registration needed

Limit 15 people per tour

Wheelchair accessible

Join Sirena for a personal organizing session—with a focus on indigenous practices related to your sacred space. Funded by St. David’s Foundation. For ages 18 and up.

Facilitated by Sirena

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

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.

Read by Sirena

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

Come hear the story of African Americans in the city of San Marcos, Texas and learn about local history and the remarkable people who have lived and created and contributed to the city and the world. Located on a collection of historical African American properties in the historic Dunbar neighborhood. Self-Guided exploration and guided museum tours both available.

Tours given by Calaboose African American History Museum guides

No registration needed

Limit 15 people per tour

Wheelchair accessible

The City of San Marcos and the San Marcos Public Library are happy to bring the community together for the 8th Annual Resource Fair. The fair provides resources for residents such as
education services, employment, food, healthcare, housing, the environment, and
animal services. Practical services will also be available such as free haircuts and vaccines. Come join us for this community outreach event. Nonprofits interested in participating can contact tharris@sanmarcostx.gov.

Wheelchair accessible

Come play bridge and have fun! For ages 18 and up.

Hosted by San Marcos Public Library Staff

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

March is Women's History Month and to celebrate, Asian Family Support Services of Austin presents a story time featuring the book: The Fearless Flights of Hazel Ying Lee. This picture book biography tells the story of Hazel Ying Lee, the first Chinese American woman to fly for the US military during World War II. Following the story time, participants can make their own clothespin airplane.

Hosted by the Asian Family Support Services of Austin

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

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.

Hosted by San Marcos Public Library

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

Join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony to unveil the beautiful new mural at the Children’s Courtyard! The mural, designed by local artist Joshua Farrell and created in collaboration with the San Marcos Art League, transforms the space with a whimsical, koi pond-inspired floor design. Thanks to the Friends of the Library for funding this project.

Hosted by San Marcos Public Library Staff

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

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. Recommended for adults; minors must be accompanied by a participating adult.

Hosted by San Marcos Public Library Staff

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

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.

Hosted by San Marcos Public Library Staff

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

Come hear the story of African Americans in the city of San Marcos, Texas and learn about local history and the remarkable people who have lived and created and contributed to the city and the world. Located on a collection of historical African American properties in the historic Dunbar neighborhood. Self-Guided exploration and guided museum tours both available.

Tours given by Calaboose African American History Museum guides

No registration needed

Limit 15 people per tour

Wheelchair accessible

Community Action's Parents as Teachers will join us to read stories and sing songs. They will also be available to answer questions about the Parents as Teachers program.

Hosted by Community Action's Parents as Teachers

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

Explore the possibilities of Canva in this hands-on workshop. Canva is a free-to-use online graphic design tool. Use it to create social media posts, presentations, videos, logos, and more.

Facilitator to be announced

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

Caregiver support group. Funded by St. David’s Foundation. For ages 18 and up.

Facilitated by Kathy Palmer

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

In this intermodal class we will use visual art, sound, movement, writing, and play to tap into all expressions of creativity. No creative arts skills required. All materials provided.
Funded by St. David’s Foundation. Ages 18 and up.

Facilitator to be announced

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

2024-2025 Philosophy Dialogues Series:

Exploring Community-Engaged Research with LGBTQ+ OrganizationsExploring Community-Engaged Research with LGBTQ+ Organizations

Presenter: Dana Sayre: Applied Sociology 

Recommended for adults; minors should be accompanied by a participating adult.

Hosted by San Marcos Public Library Staff

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

Release your inner artist using a variety of media and playful techniques to gain confidence, become more mindful, slow down, tune your observational and improvisational skills, and be more present. Funded by St. David's Foundation. For ages 18 and up.

Taught by Gigi Mederos

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

Bring your lunch and listen to Crystal Castillo present on "Starting from Seed.”

Presented by Crystal Castillo

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

Join artist Michael Hannon to discover scratchboard art—a form of direct engraving where the artist scratches off dark ink to reveal a white or colored layer beneath. All materials provided. Funded by St. David’s Foundation. For ages 18 and up.

Taught by Michael Hannon

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

Come hear the story of African Americans in the city of San Marcos, Texas and learn about local history and the remarkable people who have lived and created and contributed to the city and the world. Located on a collection of historical African American properties in the historic Dunbar neighborhood. Self-Guided exploration and guided museum tours both available.

Tours given by Calaboose African American History Museum guides

No registration needed

Limit 15 people per tour

Wheelchair accessible

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.

Hosted by Master Gardener Christi

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

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.

Facilitated by Library Staff

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

This drawing class is for all skill levels. All materials provided.
Funded by St. David's Foundation. For ages 18 and up.

Taught by Matthew Jobson

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

In a Gilded Cage by Rhys Bowen is the March selection, April’s selection will be It Had to Be You by Eliza Jane Brazier. Sponsored by LifeLong Learning. Recommended for adults; minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Hosted by Library Staff

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

Participants (all levels) will be introduced to different Mindfulness Yoga movements; the instructor will guide students in the connection of movement and breath, while sharing the benefits of each pose (asana). Each month will feature a different theme. Funded by St. David’s Foundation.

Instructor to be announced

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

We will look at "tools" artists employ that enable us to see. We will look closely at color, line and shape and realize how we are affected emotionally and intellectually by the compositional choices made by artists. We will come to understand better how the message of the artist is made manifest in the work of art. DVD-series: the Great Courses: How to Look at and Understand Great Art. Recommended for adults; minors should be accompanied by a participating adult.

Presented by Becky D. Reese

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible

The City of San Marcos is invested in helping our local business culture thrive and build resiliency throughout every stage. Through a unique partnership with BCL of Texas, the ThinkB!G Business Improvement + Growth program offers no-cost, one-on-one customized business and financial coaching at every business stage. Classes are offered on various topics to provide knowledge and tools to succeed. Our specialists can connect you with all the resources you need to grow.

Presented by the City of San Marcos and BCL of Texas

No registration needed

Wheelchair accessible