San Antonio Public Library

Gentle Tai Chi Qi-Gong

21 May 2012 17:45:00 GMT

Monday, May 21, 2012, 12:45 – 1:30pm

Branch Location: Memorial Library
Address: 3222 Culebra, San Antonio, TX 78228
Phone: (210) 432-6783
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Audience: Teens, Adults
Additional Info: The class is composed of simple Tai Chi movements along with Qigong exercises. Qigong can be done by anyone and there is no need for special clothing or mats. By focusing on the breath, the movements and the mind, Qigong can provide real and measurable health results.
More info: www.youtube.com…

[eReader U] Tutoring

21 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT

Monday, May 21, 2012, 1 – 3pm

Need help with your eReader, or using the library's digital downloads services? Bring your device and computer for a one-on-one session with the library's digital experts. Appointment is preferred.
210.657.5205 (call for appointment)

Branch Location: Thousand Oaks Library
Address: 4618 Thousand Oaks, San Antonio, TX 78233
Phone: (210) 657-5205
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Contact Name: Jorge Chavez
Contact Number/Email: jorge.chavez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: All Ages

Teen Time

21 May 2012 21:30:00 GMT

Monday, May 21, 2012, 4:30 – 6pm

Branch Location: Pan American Library
Address: 1122 W. Pyron Ave., San Antonio, TX 78221
Phone: (210) 924-8164
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Whatev
Audience: Teens

Koto Concert with Tomoe Kumashiro

21 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Monday, May 21, 2012, 6 – 7pm

Branch Location: Forest Hills Library
Address: 5245 Ingram Rd., San Antonio, TX 78228
Phone: (210) 431-2544
Event Type(s): Music & Dance
Contact Number/Email: 210.431.2544
Audience: Adults, All Ages
Featured Event: Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month
Additional Info: Ms. Tomoe Kumashiro, the Japan Outreach Coordinator, with the East Asia Institute at UTSA, will be here to present a koto concert., Ms. Kumashiro is at UTSA as part of the Japan Outreach Initiative (JOI). The JOI aims to promote awareness and an understanding of Japan by providing opportunities for cultural exchange., Ms Kumashiro is a talented koto player. She will perform on this traditional stringed instrument that is the national instrument of Japan., Please join us in welcoming Ms Kumashiro to Forest Hills Library., This performance is free and open to the public.
More info: international.utsa.edu…

Baby Time

22 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 10 – 10:20am

Branch Location: Landa Library
Address: 233 Bushnell, San Antonio, TX 78212
Phone: (210) 732-8369
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Baby Time
Audience: Kids
Additional Info: Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme and repetition. For babies up to 18 months with their caregivers.

Story Time

22 May 2012 15:30:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 10:30 – 11:15am

Branch Location: Westfall Library
Address: 6111 Rosedale Ct., San Antonio, TX 78201
Phone: (210) 344-2373
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Story Time
Contact Name: Imelda Merino
Contact Number/Email: 210-344-2373/imelda.merino@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Imelda Merino
Audience: Kids
Additional Info: Preschoolers enjoy stories and songs that develop early literacy skills and foster curiosity. For three- to five-year olds.

Toddler Time

22 May 2012 15:45:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 10:45 – 11:10am

Branch Location: Landa Library
Address: 233 Bushnell, San Antonio, TX 78212
Phone: (210) 732-8369
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Toddler Time
Audience: Kids
Additional Info: Toddlers actively participate in stories, music and movement enhancing their social, emotional and language development. For children 18 to 36 months.

Knit and Crochet at Carver

22 May 2012 17:30:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 12:30 – 2pm

Branch Location: Carver Library
Address: 3350 E. Commerce, San Antonio, TX 78220
Phone: (210) 225-7801
Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts
Audience: Teens, Adults
Additional Info: Bring your knitting, crocheting or other small fiber projects to Carver on Tuesday and enjoy the crafty camaraderie!

[eReader U] Tutoring

22 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 1 – 2pm

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Conference Room 2.1
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Contact Name: Dan Garcia
Contact Number/Email: daniel.garcia2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Dan Garcia
Audience: All Ages
Additional Info: Need help with your eReader, or using the library's digital downloads services? Bring your device and computer for a one-on-one session with the library's digital experts.

[eReader U] Tutoring

22 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 1 – 3pm

Branch Location: Pruitt Library
Address: 5110 Walzem Road, San Antonio, TX 78218
Phone: (210) 650-1122
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Contact Name: Mariya Rodriguez
Contact Number/Email: mariya.rodriguez@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Pruitt Library Staff
Audience: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Seniors, All Ages
Additional Info: Need help with your eReader, or using the library's digital downloads services? Bring your device and computer for a one-on-one session with Pruitt's digital experts by appointment only. Call or email for one of our appointments.

HeritageQuest-Online Genealogy

22 May 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 2 – 3pm

Come learn how to use HeritageQuest Online to find your ancestors and trace their paths across America,

Branch Location: Thousand Oaks Library
Address: 4618 Thousand Oaks, San Antonio, TX 78233
Phone: (210) 657-5205
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Audience: Adults, Seniors

Tech Tuesday

22 May 2012 20:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 3 – 5pm

Branch Location: Westfall Library
Address: 6111 Rosedale Ct., San Antonio, TX 78201
Phone: (210) 344-2373
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Audience: All Ages
Additional Info: Drop in at our weekly technology clinic for hands-on help with basic computer skills, email, attachments, resumes, ebooks & ereaders, and more!

Pruitt Toddler Time

22 May 2012 20:30:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 3:30 – 4:30pm

Branch Location: Pruitt Library
Address: 5110 Walzem Road, San Antonio, TX 78218
Phone: (210) 650-1122
Event Type(s): Toddler Time
Contact Name: Mariya Rodriguez
Contact Number/Email: 210-650-1122
Presenter/Instructor: Pruitt Library Staff
Audience: Kids
Additional Info: Toddlers actively participate in stories, music and movement enhancing their social, emotional and language development. Recommended for children 18 to 36 months.

Teen Time

22 May 2012 21:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 4 – 5pm

Come in on Tuesdays for movies, crafts, games, or just to hang out!

Branch Location: Brook Hollow Library
Address: 530 Heimer, San Antonio, TX 78232
Phone: (210) 496-6315
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Whatev
Contact Name: Kimberly King
Audience: Teens

Get the Facts

22 May 2012 21:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 4 – 5pm

A FREE program sponsored by the Texas AgriLife Extension Service, Texas Health and Human Services Commission, and USDA Food and Nutrition Services

Branch Location: Guerra Library
Address: 7978 W. Military Dr., San Antonio, TX 78227
Phone: (210) 673-1492
Room: Large Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Presenter/Instructor: Lindsay Kreft, Better Living for Texans Extension Assistant
Audience: Adults, Family, Seniors
Featured Event: Live Well/Age Smart
Additional Info: Come hear about different * Serving sizes * Types of fat * Sodium content in foods Watch a live food demonstration! Use our new LifeClinic Health Station!
More info: bexar-tx.tamu.edu…

Tobin Teen Time

22 May 2012 21:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 4 – 5:30pm

Branch Location: Tobin Library
Address: 4134 Harry Wurzbach, San Antonio, TX 78209
Phone: (210) 828-2569
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Whatev
Contact Name: David Gallin-Parisi
Contact Number/Email: david.gallin-parisi@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: David Gallin-Parisi/Tobin at Oakwell Library Staff
Audience: Teens
Additional Info: Tobin TEEN Time is every Tuesday for 13yr-18yr olds only. All programming is free and open to the public. Events include making stuff, hanging out, geeking out, gaming, and more!

Teen Tuesdays

22 May 2012 21:15:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 4:15 – 6:15pm

Branch Location: Memorial Library
Address: 3222 Culebra, San Antonio, TX 78228
Phone: (210) 432-6783
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Whatev
Contact Name: Carlos Loera
Contact Number/Email: 210-432-6783
Audience: Teens
Additional Info: Join us for an afternoon of fun, video games and crafts.

BeTween Time

22 May 2012 22:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 5 – 6pm

Branch Location: Carver Library
Address: 3350 E. Commerce, San Antonio, TX 78220
Phone: (210) 225-7801
Event Type(s): BeTween Time
Audience: Kids
Additional Info: Industrial Tween:, Interactive library fun exclusively for ten- to twelve-year-olds. Crafting focused. If you have a favorite hobby, bring it! Or we will help you learn one. It's time to create. Meet at Amy's desk at 5.

Teen Tuesdays @ Teen Services

22 May 2012 22:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 5pm

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Services
Event Type(s): Whatev
Audience: Teens
Additional Info: Every Tuesday, teens are welcome to do WHATEV here @ Teen Services. We have crafts, movies, games, video games, snacks, special guests, and much, much more. Join us on Teen Tuesdays for awesome awesomeness here @ Teen Services. Awwww yeaaaaah!

Teen Time

22 May 2012 22:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 5 – 6:30pm

Branch Location: Parman Library
Address: 20735 Wilderness Oak, San Antonio, TX 78258
Room: Meeting Room A
Event Type(s): Whatev
Contact Name: Marisa DeBow
Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2703
Audience: Teens
Additional Info: Teen Time is a chance for teens to get together and some have fun! Bring your fav xBox kinect game to share, & join us for crafts, games & good times! Call for specific weekly activity. 13 & older welcome!

Mission Teen Movie Night

22 May 2012 22:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 5 – 7pm

Branch Location: Mission Library
Address: 3134 Roosevelt Ave., San Antonio, TX 78214
Room: Meeting Room South
Event Type(s): Movies
Contact Name: Tim Johnson
Contact Number/Email: timothy.johnson@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Tim Johnson
Audience: Teens
Additional Info: A surprise movie one night a month complete with popcorn and drinks (while supplies last). Who could think of anything better?

Yoga

22 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 6 – 7pm

Branch Location: Cortez Library
Address: 2803 Hunter Blvd. San Antonio, TX 78224
Phone: (210) 922-7372
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Contact Name: Gerald Madrigal
Contact Number/Email: 210.922.7372/Gerald.Madrigal@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Additional Info: Please wear comfortable clothing. Beginners are welcomed. Yoga mat is not required.

Teen Event

22 May 2012 23:30:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 6:30 – 7:30pm

Branch Location: Maverick Library
Address: 8700 Mystic Park, San Antonio, TX 78254
Phone: (210) 680-9346
Event Type(s): Other
Audience: Teens
Additional Info: Video gaming night, alternating between PS2 and Wii games, and of course, candy always.

Pruitt Zumba for Adults

22 May 2012 23:30:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 6:30 – 7:30pm

Branch Location: Pruitt Library
Address: 5110 Walzem Road, San Antonio, TX 78218
Phone: (210) 650-1122
Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Contact Name: Mariya Rodriguez
Contact Number/Email: 210-650-1122
Presenter/Instructor: Certified Zumba Instructor Alyssa Wander
Audience: Teens, Adults
Additional Info: Burn calories and have lots of fun as you groove to the Latin-inspired beats in our free, weekly Zumba class taught by certified Zumba instructor Alyssa. This class is designed for adults. For safety reasons, no children allowed.

Semmes NaNoWriMo Writing Group

22 May 2012 23:30:00 GMT

Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 6:30 – 8pm

Branch Location: Semmes Library
Address: 15060 Judson Rd., San Antonio, TX 78247
Phone: (210) 650-9540
Room: Quiet Room
Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary
Audience: Adults
Additional Info: Join San Antonio NaNoWriMo members monthly for mad writing sessions!

Come & Go Play Time

23 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 11am – 1pm

Children (and moms!) get a chance to socialize while playing with educational blocks, stackables and puppets.

Branch Location: Tobin Library
Address: 4134 Harry Wurzbach, San Antonio, TX 78209
Phone: (210) 828-2569
Event Type(s): Other
Audience: Kids

Life After Loss

23 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 1 – 2:30pm

Branch Location: Forest Hills Library
Address: 5245 Ingram Rd., San Antonio, TX 78228
Phone: (210) 431-2544
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Contact Number/Email: 210.383.9723
Presenter/Instructor: VITAS Innovative Hospice Care
Audience: Adults
Additional Info: This six week program will give those who are grieving an opportunity to better understand this complicated process of grief. Co-sponsored by VITAS Innovative Hospice Care, Life After Loss is a group education and support program designed by the American Cancer Society. Each week a specific aspect of grief will be explored and participants will have the opportunity to examine how this topic relates to their own unique grief experiences. It also provides a place for people to share their experiences and support each other in this journey., The program will be a combination of teaching, discussion and learning activities. Sessions are open to those who have experienced the loss of a loved one, and there is no charge for the program., The specific aspects of grief that will explored each week are:, 1. Physical, Emotional, Spiritual, and Social Implications of Grief, 2. The Stages of Grief 3. Memories and How to Use Them to Heal 4. How to Take Care of Yourself While You Grieve 5. Holidays and Anniversary Dates 6. Planning for the Future, Space is limited to 12 people on a first come, first serve basis. Class will be offered May 23, 30, and June 6, 13, 20, 27., This series is being offered at Cortez (English and Spanish), Pruitt (Spanish), and Forest Hills (English) – please see calendar for times and dates.

Pruitt Library Discovery Time

23 May 2012 18:30:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 1:30 – 2:30pm

Branch Location: Pruitt Library
Address: 5110 Walzem Road, San Antonio, TX 78218
Phone: (210) 650-1122
Event Type(s): Discovery Time
Contact Name: Mariya Rodriguez
Contact Number/Email: (210) 650-1122
Presenter/Instructor: Pruitt Library Staff
Audience: Kids
Additional Info: Children develop awareness of science and math concepts through stories and hands-on experiences. Recommended for four to six year olds.

[eReader U] Tutoring

23 May 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 2 – 3pm

Branch Location: Cody Library
Address: 11441 Vance Jackson, San Antonio, TX 78230
Phone: (210) 696-6396
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Audience: Adults
Additional Info: "Read Library Books on your eReader" assistance

[eReader U] eReaders 101

23 May 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 2 – 3pm

Branch Location: Thousand Oaks Library
Address: 4618 Thousand Oaks, San Antonio, TX 78233
Phone: (210) 657-5205
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Audience: Adults
Additional Info: Feeling flummoxed by your eReader? Need some expert assistance? If so, this information session is for you, as SAPL's eBook lending service is highlighted, covering the steps to install software and download eBooks to your computer, smartphone or device.

Tour the Red Enchilada!

23 May 2012 20:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 3pm

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Other
Contact Name: Diana Starrett
Contact Number/Email: 207-2500
Presenter/Instructor: varies
Audience: All Ages
Additional Info: What does San Antonio during WWII, a horse and blue neon have in common? Art @ the big, red enchilada! Like most public libraries, the Central Library offers books, magazines, and newspapers. But it is also home to sculptures and murals by famous artists such as Dale Chihuly, Fernando Botero, and Jesse Treviño. It has an art gallery that exhibits local talent, and the library itself is a building of architectural interest. Take a tour and get closer to San Antonio’s culture. Please call to make your reservation.

Teen Event

23 May 2012 21:30:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 4:30 – 6:30pm

Branch Location: Johnston Library
Address: 6307 Sun Valley Dr., San Antonio, TX 78227
Phone: (210) 674-8410
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Whatev
Contact Name: Christina Martinez
Contact Number/Email: 210-674-8472
Audience: Teens
Additional Info: Come hang out with us during Teen Event time for crafts, art, music, movies, and gaming. Teens allowed only.

SA Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

23 May 2012 21:30:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 4:30pm

Branch Location: Memorial Library
Address: 3222 Culebra, San Antonio, TX 78228
Phone: (210) 432-6783
Event Type(s): Board of Trustees
Audience: All Ages

Pruitt Library Teen Time

23 May 2012 21:30:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 4:30 – 5:30pm

Branch Location: Pruitt Library
Address: 5110 Walzem Road, San Antonio, TX 78218
Phone: (210) 650-1122
Event Type(s): Whatev
Contact Name: Mariya Rodriguez
Contact Number/Email: 210-650-1122
Presenter/Instructor: Pruitt Library Staff
Audience: Teens
Additional Info: Cool activities and fun projects designed specifically for those aged 13 to 18.

Teen Zone May

23 May 2012 22:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 5 – 6pm

Check out Teen Zone @ Bazan branch! Enjoy Wii, anime, movies, Yu-Gi-Oh, cool crafts, etc. Come and bring a friend!!

Branch Location: Bazan Library
Address: 2200 W. Commerce, San Antonio, TX 78207
Phone: (210) 225-1614
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Whatev
Contact Name: Patti Soderberg
Contact Number/Email: 225-1614
Audience: Teens

Central Teen Wednesdays

23 May 2012 22:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 5pm

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Services
Event Type(s): Whatev
Contact Name: Kathleen
Contact Number/Email: 207-2678
Audience: Teens
Additional Info: Wednesday nights are teens' choice: video gaming, arts & crafts, movies, and more!

Teen Time

23 May 2012 22:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 5 – 7pm

Branch Location: Las Palmas Library
Address: 515 Castroville Rd., San Antonio, TX 78237
Phone: (210) 434-6394
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Whatev
Audience: Teens
Additional Info: Games and Crafts for Teens!

Teen Time

23 May 2012 22:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 5 – 7pm

Branch Location: Thousand Oaks Library
Address: 4618 Thousand Oaks, San Antonio, TX 78233
Phone: (210) 657-5205
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Gaming
Audience: Teens
Additional Info: Games, crafts, movies and snacks.... ages 13 and up.

WE Teen Pizza Planning Party

23 May 2012 22:30:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 5:30 – 6:30pm

Let your ideas fly for Summer Teen Events!

Branch Location: Westfall Library
Address: 6111 Rosedale Ct., San Antonio, TX 78201
Phone: (210) 344-2373
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Whatev
Contact Name: Sylvia Pachecano
Contact Number/Email: sylvia.pachecano@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens

Búsqueda de Trabajo en el Internet en Español

23 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 6 – 8pm

Por favor espere en la entrada, cerca de la estatua "Grande Tamaño Caballo" de Botero, para que podamos acompañarlo a la sala de entrenamiento.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Training Room
Event Type(s): Jobs & Small Business
Contact Name: Lily Pérez or Bettina Hernandez
Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2500 / Lilia.Perez@sanantonio.gov / Bettina.Hernandez@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Lily Pérez or Bettina Hernandez
Audience: Adults
Additional Info: En esta clase se ofrecen consejos sobre la búsqueda de trabajo en el Internet, enviar un currículum vitae o resume, y comunicarse con posibles empleadores., Se requiere tener un poco de experiencia en el uso de Internet y una dirección de correo electrónico antes de tomar la clase.

Chess Club

23 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 6pm

Branch Location: Great Northwest Library
Address: 9050 Wellwood, San Antonio, TX 78250
Phone: (210) 684-5251
Event Type(s): Community
Contact Number/Email: 210-684-5251
Audience: All Ages
Additional Info: Chess club meets every Wednesday near the Adult Fiction. All ages and skill levels welcome. Learn, play and make new friends.

First Steps: Learn the basics of Latin Dance

23 May 2012 23:45:00 GMT

Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 6:45 – 7:45pm

For those wishing to learn the basics, such as salsa, merenque, bachata, and cha-cha-cha, this is the class for you. Develop your talent and become the dancer you long to be! Free/gratis

Branch Location: Bazan Library
Address: 2200 W. Commerce, San Antonio, TX 78207
Phone: (210) 225-1614
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Community
Contact Name: Patti Soderberg
Contact Number/Email: 225-1614
Presenter/Instructor: Richard Alvarado
Audience: Adults

Come and Go Crafts

24 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Thursday, May 24, 2012, 10am – 12pm

Branch Location: Thousand Oaks Library
Address: 4618 Thousand Oaks, San Antonio, TX 78233
Phone: (210) 657-5205
Event Type(s): Come & Go Crafts
Audience: Kids
Additional Info: Express yourself! Come to the library for creative, self directed craft activities. All ages welcome; young children may need adult assistance.

Play & Learn

24 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Thursday, May 24, 2012, 10 – 11:30am

Parents and caregivers of children ages five and younger are invited to share interactive time with their children. Come play, learn and prepare your children for success in reading, school and life!

Branch Location: McCreless Library
Address: 1023 Ada St., San Antonio, TX 78223
Phone: (210) 532-4254
Event Type(s): Play & Learn
Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2517
Audience: Kids, Family
Additional Info: Join us for a story time and activities as we talk, sing, read, write and play our way towards being ready to read!
More info: littlereadwagon.blogspot.com…

Wellness Group

24 May 2012 17:15:00 GMT

Thursday, May 24, 2012, 12:15 – 1:15pm

Explore wellness every Thursday. Diet and exercise information are featured in this class.

Branch Location: Pan American Library
Address: 1122 W. Pyron Ave., San Antonio, TX 78221
Phone: (210) 924-8164
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Contact Name: Mary Martha McNeel
Contact Number/Email: marymartha@salsa.net
Presenter/Instructor: Mary Martha McNeel
Audience: Adults

Teen Drama Club

24 May 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Thursday, May 24, 2012, 2 – 4pm

Branch Location: Great Northwest Library
Address: 9050 Wellwood, San Antonio, TX 78250
Phone: (210) 684-5251
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Community
Contact Number/Email: 210-684-5251
Audience: Teens
Additional Info: Teen Drama Club meets to reherse and put on dramatic plays.

Life After Loss/La vida después de una pérdida

24 May 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Thursday, May 24, 2012, 2 – 3:30pm

These group sessions will be conducted in Spanish.

Branch Location: Pruitt Library
Address: 5110 Walzem Road, San Antonio, TX 78218
Phone: (210) 650-1122
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Contact Name: Carolyn Bradley or Maria Gonzales
Contact Number/Email: 210-650-1122/carolyn.bradley@sanantonio.gov or maria.gonzales3@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Patricia Galan-Cisneros
Audience: Adults, Seniors
Additional Info: Para todas las personas luchando con una pérdida, extendemos una invitación a unirse a nuestro grupo de apoyo. Encuentre la comodidad y descubra los pasos adecuados para lidiar con su pérdida y duelo junto a otras personas que comparten situaciones similares. Estas sesiones están abiertas al público, únicamente para adultos. Sesiones se llevaran a cabo en Español. Espacio limitado hasta 12 personas, sin reservaciones. Clase será ofrecida 12, 19 de abril y 3, 10, 17 y 24 de mayo., This six week program, offered in Spanish, will give those who are grieving an opportunity to better understand this complicated process of grief. Co-sponsored by VITAS Innovative Hospice Care, Life After Loss is a group education and support program designed by the American Cancer Society. Each week a specific aspect of grief will be explored and participants will have the opportunity to examine how this topic relates to their own unique grief experiences. It also provides a place for people to share their experiences and support each other in this journey., The program will be a combination of teaching, discussion and learning activities. Sessions are open to those who have experienced the loss of a loved one, and there is no charge for the program., The specific aspects of grief that will explored each week are:, 1. Physical, Emotional, Spiritual, and Social Implications of Grief, 2. The Stages of Grief 3. Memories and How to Use Them to Heal 4. How to Take Care of Yourself While You Grieve 5. Holidays and Anniversary Dates 6. Planning for the Future, These group sessions will be conducted in Spanish. Space is limited to 12 people on a first come, first serve basis. Class will be offered April 12, 19 and May 3, 10, 17 and 24., This series is being offered at Cortez (English and Spanish), Pruitt (Spanish), and Forest Hills (English) – please see calendar for times and dates.

Sesión del grupo: La vida después de una pérdida

24 May 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Thursday, May 24, 2012, 2 – 3:30pm

Branch Location: Pruitt Library
Address: 5110 Walzem Road, San Antonio, TX 78218
Phone: (210) 650-1122
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Contact Name: Carolyn Bradley or Maria Gonzales
Contact Number/Email: 210-650-1122/carolyn.bradley@sanantonio.gov or mariagonzales3@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Patricia Galan-Cisneros
Audience: Adults, Seniors
Additional Info: Para ésos que luchan con pérdida, estan invitados a nuestras sesiones del grupo de la pena diseñadas para los Español-hablantes. Encuentre la comodidad y las herramientas para hacer frente y venir a los términos con su pérdida con otras personas que experimentan situaciones similares. Este acontecimiento es libre y abierto al público, pero unicamente para los adultos. Las sesiones se llevaran a cabo en las siguientes fechas: 12 y 19 de abril y 3, 10, 17 y 24 de mayo.

Thursday Afternoon Book Group

24 May 2012 19:30:00 GMT

Thursday, May 24, 2012, 2:30 – 3:30pm

Branch Location: Brook Hollow Library
Address: 530 Heimer, San Antonio, TX 78232
Phone: (210) 496-6315
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary
Contact Name: Tapley Trudell
Contact Number/Email: tapley.trudell@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Additional Info: This group meets on the third Thursday of the month. They discuss mainly fiction, along with the occasional non-fiction title. Please contact Brook Hollow at 496-6315 for specific title information.

BeTween Time

24 May 2012 21:00:00 GMT

Thursday, May 24, 2012, 4 – 5:30pm

Interactive library fun exclusively for nine- to twelve-year-olds. Call for weekly craft or special presentation.

Branch Location: Parman Library
Address: 20735 Wilderness Oak, San Antonio, TX 78258
Event Type(s): BeTween Time
Contact Name: Marisa DeBow
Audience: Kids