San Antonio Public Library

African American Genealogy

13 Jun 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Saturday, June 13, 2026, 3 – 4pm

Interested in looking for your African American roots? Wondering how to begin? Join us and discover how to start the journey. Find out what databases, books, and resources are out there to help you uncover your family history.

Branch Location: Igo Library
Address: 13330 Kyle Seale Pkwy., San Antonio, TX 78249
Phone: (210) 207-9080
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Adriana White
Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-9080
Presenter/Instructor: Lucy Agado
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Featured Event: Juneteenth

African American Genealogy

20 Jun 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Saturday, June 20, 2026, 3 – 4pm

Interested in looking for your African American roots? Wondering how to begin? Join us and discover how to start the journey. Find out what databases, books, and resources are out there to help you uncover your family history.

Branch Location: Cody Library
Address: 11441 Vance Jackson, San Antonio, TX 78230
Phone: (210) 207-9100
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Adrian Leal
Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-9100
Presenter/Instructor: Lucy Agado
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Featured Event: Juneteenth

Loteria for Older Adults

01 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Windcrest Civic Center, 9310 Jim Seal Dr, Windcrest, TX 78239
Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 10 – 11am

Come and enjoy a traditional game of Loteria with super-sized bingo cards and playing pieces!

Token prizes will be awarded to each game winner.

Event Type(s): Gaming
Staff Contact Name: Hannah Johnson
Staff Contact Number/Email: hannah.johnson@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Texana/Genealogy Staff
Audience: Older Adults
Additional Info: Join Molly Pruitt Library for this free event taking place at the Windcrest Civic Center! Registration is encouraged so that we can plan accordingly.

Loteria for Older Adults

02 Jul 2026 15:15:00 GMT

Thursday, July 2, 2026, 10:15 – 11:15am

Come and enjoy a traditional game of Loteria with super-sized bingo cards and playing pieces!

Token prizes will be awarded to each game winner.

Branch Location: Thousand Oaks Library
Address: 4618 Thousand Oaks, San Antonio, TX 78233
Phone: (210) 207-9190
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Gaming
Staff Contact Name: Brooke Mjolsness
Staff Contact Number/Email: Brooke.Mjolsness@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Texana/Genealogy Staff
Audience: Older Adults

Loteria for Older Adults

08 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 4 – 5pm

Come and enjoy a traditional game of Loteria with super-sized bingo cards and playing pieces!

Token prizes will be awarded to each game winner.

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library
Address: 200 N. Park, San Antonio, TX 78204
Phone: (210) 207-9120
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Gaming
Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa
Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Texana/Genealogy Staff
Audience: Older Adults

Loteria for Older Adults

10 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Friday, July 10, 2026, 11am – 12pm

Come and enjoy a traditional game of Loteria with super-sized bingo cards and playing pieces!

Token prizes will be awarded to each game winner.

Branch Location: Great Northwest Library
Address: 9050 Wellwood, San Antonio, TX 78250
Phone: (210) 207-9210
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Gaming
Staff Contact Name: Christina Montero
Staff Contact Number/Email: christina.montero2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Texana/Genealogy Staff
Audience: Older Adults

FOLD3: At-a-Glance

17 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Friday, July 17, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Interested in family military history? Join us for an engaging presentation exploring the library’s military history database! Discover photographs, maps, declassified records, and other valuable genealogy and historical resources. Patrons will also receive additional genealogy research tools and guidance to help uncover their family stories. Unlock the past, join us at the Central Library!

Branch Location: Great Northwest Library
Address: 9050 Wellwood, San Antonio, TX 78250
Phone: (210) 207-9210
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: arland Schnacker
Staff Contact Number/Email: arland.schnackerII@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Arland Schnacker
Audience: Teens, Adults, Older Adults
Featured Event: Texana/Genealogy
Additional Info: Great for historians, students, teachers, etc.
More info: www.mysapl.org

Beginning Genealogy

31 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Friday, July 31, 2026, 3 – 4pm

Do you want to discover more about your family history but aren’t sure where to start? This introductory session will guide you through essential tools and techniques to help you begin tracing your lineage and uncovering the stories of your ancestors.

Branch Location: Encino Library
Address: 2515 E. Evans, San Antonio, TX 78259
Phone: (210) 207-9250
Room: Meeting Room
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: arland Schnacker
Staff Contact Number/Email: arland.schnackerII@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: arland Schnacker
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Featured Event: Texana/Genealogy
Additional Info: This beginner-friendly program introduces the essential records, resources, and research tools used in genealogy. Instead of diving into complex research methods, we'll explore the key sources that can help you uncover and document your family's story, providing a solid foundation for your genealogy journey. Patrons will also receive a beginners packet filled with tips and tricks for their research!
More info: www.mysapl.org…