San Antonio Public Library|Central

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

StandUp for Kids Info Table

Saturday, June 13, 2026, 12 – 2pm

StandUp for Kids is non-profit organization that provides outreach services, housing support, and other resources for homeless and at-risk youth 13-25yrs, within the San Antonio community.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Community
Staff Contact Name: Jordan Torres
Staff Contact Number/Email: jordan.torres@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens, Adults
More info: www.standupforkids.org…

Zine Lab Monthly

Saturday, June 13, 2026, 3 – 5pm

Join us for Zine Lab Monthly to learn about zines and the basics of creating your own self-published works. This month we will be making cyanotype zines! Cyanotype is one of the oldest photographic processes to create images without a camera. Originally developed in 1842, patrons will get a chance to create zines using pre-treated cyanotype paper to make sun prints for the base of their zines.

Craft material will be provided. Patrons are also welcome to bring photo negatives or other objects they'd like to incorporate as prints in their cyanotype zines.

A zine (pronounced ZEEN) is an independently published magazine or booklet. Using provided supplies, folks can create their own artistic mini books to express themselves and tell their own stories.

Participants are welcome to donate a copy of their zine to be included in our SAPL Zine Collection which is available for public use at Central Library and showcases materials written by, about, and for our community.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Chihuly area
Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts
Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez
Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Additional Info: No registration required.

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Monday, June 15, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Teen Time: Campfire Cookout (but Library-style)

Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 2 – 3:40pm

This can be a TRUE or FALSE statement: You can't have Summertime without S'MORES! Regardless, tho, there will be S'MORES on this day. BONUS: there will be hot dogs, too, because it's always TRUE that you can't have Summertime without a hot dog.
It's a Summer Campfire Cookout, but inside a Library. :D
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If it's your thing, join in! If not, rest assured--the Switch is available, the VR can be brought out, craft something, play something in the Studio, or just hang out...
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(For clarification's sake: Teen Time is for teens 13-18 only. THANKS!)

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts
Staff Contact Name: Regina!
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Regina.Almanza@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Additional Info: *Teen Time is for teens 13-18 y/o only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Tween Time

Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Bring your friends and hang out at the library. Fun activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy.

*For ages 9-12 years old only*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Tween Time
Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios
Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids

Summer Sun Prints

Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 5 – 7pm

Come learn about cyanotype -- one of the oldest photographic processes to create images without a camera. Originally developed in 1842, patrons will learn about this unique process and create photo prints of botanical objects using a UV sensitive chemical solution.

Watercolor paper and botanical objects will be provided, but patrons are welcome to bring in their own paper or fabric to "print" on, along with any objects or photo negatives they'd like to incorporate into their prints.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Auditorium
Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts
Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez
Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Featured Event: Summer with SAPL for Adults
Additional Info: *Registration is required. If signing up as a group, please make sure each individual person uses their own unique email when registering.*

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Family Story Time

Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Story Room
Event Type(s): Story Time
Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin
Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 3 – 5:30pm

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Children's Library
Event Type(s): School-Age Kids
Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez
Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621
Audience: Kids
Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL).

Out and Proud in San Antonio—Retracing the History of Pride Celebrations in the Alamo City

Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 4 – 5pm

Every June, LGBTQ communities across America celebrate Pride month to commemorate the Stonewall riots of 1969-the catalyst that launched the modern gay rights movement. For many gay men, lesbians, and transgendered persons, gay liberation translated into visibility, the path out of the darkness of the closet. Newfound visibility was cause for celebration and in large cities throughout the U.S., Pride parades, picnics, and rainbow flags marked the collective coming out of a community once relegated to silence and invisibility. But what about San Antonio? Did the city’s LGBTQ community join in the national veneration of Stonewall? Did San Antonio’s gays, lesbians, and transgenders step out of their closets and shout we’re here, we’re queer, get used to it? In this presentation, LGBTQ historian and archivist, Melissa Gohlke will explore the rich history and evolution of Pride celebrations in San Antonio drawing on archival collections held at UTSA Special Collections.

***Registration is required for the link***

Branch Location: Online
Address: This is a virtual event.
Event Type(s): History
Staff Contact Name: Michael Dunbar-Rodney
Staff Contact Number/Email: michael.dunbar-rodney@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Melissa Gohlke
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Pride Month
Additional Info: This is a HYBRID program. Melissa will present remotely, and the presentation will be televised at the Central Library auditorium for those who wish to watch in community. If you wish to watch ONLINE, please register, thank you.
More info: sanantonio.webex.com…

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Gentle Chair Yoga Class: 12th International Day of Yoga Month

Thursday, June 18, 2026, 4 – 5am

Enjoy the relaxing wellness of Yoga in a fun- filled way led by a professional yoga instructor from I Do Yoga San Antonio Organization in lieu of celebration of 12th International Day of Yoga Month. This yoga class offers many options to older adults and families of all abilities to safely stretch and practice exercises using a chair or mat/towel. For questions, call the library at 210.207.2500

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Pannaga Prasad
Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2500
Presenter/Instructor: I Do Yoga San Antonio Organization Professional Yoga Instructor
Audience: Family, Older Adults
Featured Event: Celebration

Let's Play Toddlers

Thursday, June 18, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Put on your play clothes and join us for a come-and-go style sensory-centered play session for children ages 0-36 months.
Children explore the senses and develop skills through play.
Some of the activities may be messy; play clothes are encouraged.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Play & Learn
Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey
Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family

Corazon's Mobile Medical Unit

Thursday, June 18, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Corazon Ministries will be providing free services through their Mobile Medical Unit, including:

-Syringe exchange & safe drug use supplies
-First aid & wound care supplies
-Blood glucose/blood sugar checks
-HIV & STI testing (including Hepatitis C & Syphilis)
-Pregnancy tests & emergency contraception
-Peer support & case management
-Connection to treatment & ID recovery services

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Plaza
Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Corazon Ministries
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
More info: corazonsa.org

Summer with SAPL: Foil Fun

Thursday, June 18, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Shimmer, color, and texture! Oh foil! Experiment with foil! Turn simple foil into dazzling, imaginative masterpieces or test your engineering skills.

Recommended for kids 5 and older; younger kids need to be accompanied by an adult.  

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): School-Age Kids
Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios
Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids
Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL

What Did Americans Know? The Holocaust and the Road to Nuremberg

Thursday, June 18, 2026, 7 – 8pm

***Registration is required to attend in person***
Explore what Americans knew about the Holocaust as it unfolded and how the United States responded. This program looks at how news of Nazi persecution reached the public, why awareness did not always lead to action, and how the U.S. helped shape the modern legal framework for accountability of genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Auditorium
Event Type(s): Presentation & Lecture
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Dr. Isaac Amon
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Event will also be livestreamed on the Library's YouTube Channel - registration is not required to view the livestream. Link for livestream will be posted closer to the date of the program. Recording of the livestream will be available for viewing on the Library's YouTube Channel.

Juneteenth

All Library Locations.
Friday, June 19, 2026

All libraries will be closed.

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Saturday, June 20, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Saturday, June 20, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Cinema Talk with CineSanto Society: The Cost of Ambition

Saturday, June 20, 2026, 3 – 6pm

Where does ambition lead? A rise? A fall? Inevitably there is some cost to pay, and we will explore this topic of interest in the following film series, The Cost of Ambition. Whether you are seasoned film buff or a casual moviegoer, come engage in lively discussion guided by the members of the CineSanto Society after watching:

There Will be Blood, Rated R (May 23)
Nightmare Alley, Rated R (June 20)
Social Network, Rated PG-13 (July 18)

Each film will start right at 3:00 PM, but the doors will be open at 2:45 PM.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Auditorium
Event Type(s): Movies
Staff Contact Name: Jordan Torres
Staff Contact Number/Email: jordan.torres@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: CineSanto Society
Audience: Adults

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Monday, June 22, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Monday, June 22, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Tween Time

Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Bring your friends and hang out at the library. Fun activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy.

*For ages 9-12 years old only*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Tween Time
Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios
Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Family Story Time

Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Story Room
Event Type(s): Story Time
Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin
Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family

PATH Info Table

Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 1 – 3pm

The PATH (The CHCS Project for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness) Program serves people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness and serious mental illness. The PATH program helps their client’s find resources for health care, income support, mental health treatment, rehabilitation training in social skills, social services, substance use treatment, ID recovery, referrals for affordable housing and employment.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Community
Staff Contact Name: Melissa Moser
Staff Contact Number/Email: melissa.moser@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 3 – 5:30pm

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Children's Library
Event Type(s): School-Age Kids
Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez
Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621
Audience: Kids
Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL).

San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees

Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 4:30 – 6:30pm

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Auditorium
Event Type(s): Board of Trustees
Staff Contact Name: Edward Mayberry
Staff Contact Number/Email: edward.mayberry@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Older Adults, All Ages
Additional Info: Agenda will be posted on the City's Agenda Website: sanantonio.primegov.com…, A livestream of the San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees meeting is available via YouTube at, www.youtube.com…

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Thursday, June 25, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Thursday, June 25, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Let's Play Toddlers

Thursday, June 25, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Put on your play clothes and join us for a come-and-go style sensory-centered play session for children ages 0-36 months.
Children explore the senses and develop skills through play.
Some of the activities may be messy; play clothes are encouraged.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Play & Learn
Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey
Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family

YASS Info Table

Thursday, June 25, 2026, 11:30am – 1:30pm

The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults (ages 18-24) to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Community
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: YASS (SAMMinistries)
Audience: Adults
More info: www.samm.org…

Bexar County Health Collaborative ACA/Marketplace Assistance

Thursday, June 25, 2026, 2 – 4pm

Bexar County Health Collaborative is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate the complex world of healthcare. Everyone deserves access to quality healthcare, regardless of income or background. Bexar County Health Collaborative's mission is to empower underserved and vulnerable communities by providing support in applying and understanding in the best health coverage options available. A navigator will be available during this information table session to assist with registration questions and other inquiries.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Community
Staff Contact Name: Jordan Torres
Staff Contact Number/Email: jordan.torres@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
More info: www.healthcollaborative.net

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Friday, June 26, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Friday, June 26, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

SA Food Bank Food Application Assistance

Friday, June 26, 2026, 10am – 3pm

Need assistance with getting more nutritious food? Come see the San Antonio Food Bank to get hands on help with applying for:

SNAP (formally known as Food Stamps)
TSAP-60 years+ or Disabled
TANF
CHIP/Children's MEDICAID
Adult MEDICAID
Women's Health Care
MEDICARE Cost Sharing
WIC
And other Food Bank Programs!

*Note: Service may be briefly unavailable during representative's lunch break*

For more information contact:
NAME: Florentino Perez
EMAIL: fperez@safoodbank.org
PHONE: (210) 431-8366 Ext: 8366

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Community
Staff Contact Name: Jordan Torres
Staff Contact Number/Email: jordan.torres@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
More info: safoodbank.org…

Let's Be Proud: Art Factory

Friday, June 26, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Come together as we celebrate Pride month with fun and colorful arts and crafts. Celebrate you! Celebrate kindness! Celebrate Pride! Recommended for kids ages 5-12

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Story Room
Event Type(s): School-Age Kids
Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey
Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids
Featured Event: LGBTQ+

Game On!

Friday, June 26, 2026, 3:30 – 5pm

Come have fun at the library by playing board games or solving puzzles at Central Library. Various board games and puzzle sheets will be provided, so come join us for some fun on the 2nd floor on the 3rd Fridays of every month.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Second Floor
Event Type(s): Gaming
Staff Contact Name: Sheran Awe
Staff Contact Number/Email: sheran.awejr@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults, Family, Older Adults
Additional Info: Join us for some fun-filled board games on the 3rd Fridays of every month. We'll be gathering at the tables in front of the information desk on the 2nd floor. Get ready to roll the dice, make strategic moves, and have a great time with friends old and new.

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Papyrus Bookmarks with SAMA

Saturday, June 27, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Travel back in time without leaving the library! Educators from the San Antonio Museum of Art will share stories from the Museum's Ancient Egyptian collection and guide children in creating their own Hieroglyph Papyrus Bookmarks. Using real papyrus and fun stencils, participants will design a one-of-a-kind bookmark inspired by ancient writing. For ages 5 and up.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Story Room
Event Type(s): School-Age Kids
Staff Contact Name: Kate Simpson
Staff Contact Number/Email: kate.simpson@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: San Antonio Museum of Art
Audience: Kids, Family
Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL
More info: www.samuseum.org

StandUp for Kids Info Table

Saturday, June 27, 2026, 12 – 2pm

StandUp for Kids is non-profit organization that provides outreach services, housing support, and other resources for homeless and at-risk youth 13-25yrs, within the San Antonio community.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Community
Staff Contact Name: Jordan Torres
Staff Contact Number/Email: jordan.torres@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens, Adults
More info: www.standupforkids.org…

The Creative Collective

Saturday, June 27, 2026, 3 – 5pm

Are you a musician, comedian, actor or other type of creative? The Creative Collective is an open mic meets mixer for people like you! Share your artistry and check out the art of others! We provide the amps, electric guitar, bass, keys and mic - you supply the talent. Bring your own instrument if so inclined. JD will be your MC!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Chihuly area
Event Type(s): Other
Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo
Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2549
Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo
Audience: Adults

An Evening of Poetry: Lisha Adela García Book Launch & Signing

Saturday, June 27, 2026, 3 – 5pm

Join us for an evening of poetry, community, and “creation medicine” to celebrate the release of Lisha Adela García’s new poetry collection, Prayers to the Saint of Impossible Situations. Violeta Garza will emcee the event, which will feature a live reading by Lisha Adela García, Carmen Calatayud, and Alejandra Sanchez Alanis, followed by a discussion on the book's themes and inspiration led by Natalia Treviño and Carmen Tafolla. Guests will also enjoy live music by Rita Ortiz "La Golondrina," a book signing, and light refreshments.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center
Event Type: Presentation & Lecture
Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa
Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Violeta Garza & Natalia Treviño
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center

No Pressure Book Club

Saturday, June 27, 2026, 4:30 – 5:30pm

Want to join a book club but don’t vibe with the pressure of reading a specific book each month? This is the book club for you! Join us on the last Saturday of each month from 4:30-5:30 to discuss whatever you’ve been reading!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Marie Swartz Art Resource Center (2nd floor)
Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary
Staff Contact Name: Ella Mertz
Staff Contact Number/Email: ella.mertz@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Monday, June 29, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Monday, June 29, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Tween Time Special: Hatching Chicks @ The Library

Tuesday, June 30, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Join us for a special Tween Time program where we will start our journey hatching chicks @ the library! This is the first of a 4 week lesson that will continue weekly during our regular Tween Time program @ Central Library.

Additional activities will be available! The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy.

*For ages 9-12 years old only*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Tween Time
Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios
Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Family Story Time

Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Story Room
Event Type(s): Story Time
Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin
Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 3 – 5:30pm

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Children's Library
Event Type(s): School-Age Kids
Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez
Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621
Audience: Kids
Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL).

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Español, tu Destino

Thursday, July 2, 2026, 10 – 11am

Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish, communicate with your neighbors and invest in yourself? Leveraging the ultimate language learning technology from the 90’s, watching TV, now you can! Join us to learn Spanish using the hit show Destinos and travel across several Spanish speaking countries while you practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez-Alvarez
Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Let's Play Toddlers

Thursday, July 2, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Put on your play clothes and join us for a come-and-go style sensory-centered play session for children ages 0-36 months.
Children explore the senses and develop skills through play.
Some of the activities may be messy; play clothes are encouraged.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Play & Learn
Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey
Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family

Agarita: Secret Science of Sound

Thursday, July 2, 2026, 2 – 2:45pm

Explore The Secret Science of Sound featuring musical selections with audience participation. Presented bilingually in English and Spanish.

For ages five and up.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Music & Dance
Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios
Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Agarita
Audience: Kids, Family
Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL

Corazon's Mobile Medical Unit

Thursday, July 2, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Corazon Ministries will be providing free services through their Mobile Medical Unit, including:

-Syringe exchange & safe drug use supplies
-First aid & wound care supplies
-Blood glucose/blood sugar checks
-HIV & STI testing (including Hepatitis C & Syphilis)
-Pregnancy tests & emergency contraception
-Peer support & case management
-Connection to treatment & ID recovery services

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Plaza
Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Corazon Ministries
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
More info: corazonsa.org

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Friday, July 3, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Friday, July 3, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Independence Day

All Library Locations.
Saturday, July 4, 2026

All libraries will be closed.

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Monday, July 6, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Monday, July 6, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Tween Time

Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Hangout with friends and enjoy some fun activities! The possibilities are endless!

Special Program: Hatching Chicks @ the Library!

* Ages 9-12 years old only

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Tween Time
Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios
Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Family Story Time

Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Story Room
Event Type(s): Story Time
Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin
Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 3 – 5:30pm

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Children's Library
Event Type(s): School-Age Kids
Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez
Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621
Audience: Kids
Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL).

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Español, tu Destino

Thursday, July 9, 2026, 10 – 11am

Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish, communicate with your neighbors and invest in yourself? Leveraging the ultimate language learning technology from the 90’s, watching TV, now you can! Join us to learn Spanish using the hit show Destinos and travel across several Spanish speaking countries while you practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez-Alvarez
Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Let's Play Toddlers

Thursday, July 9, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Put on your play clothes and join us for a come-and-go style sensory-centered play session for children ages 0-36 months.
Children explore the senses and develop skills through play.
Some of the activities may be messy; play clothes are encouraged.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Play & Learn
Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey
Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family

YASS Info Table

Thursday, July 9, 2026, 11:30am – 1:30pm

The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults (ages 18-24) to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Community
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: YASS (SAMMinistries)
Audience: Adults
More info: www.samm.org…

Summer with SAPL - Winter in Summer

Thursday, July 9, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Be cool at the library! Step into a frosty wonderland filled with cool crafts, snow experiences, or icy activities. Please wear play clothes--things may get messy! Recommended for kids 5 and older; younger kids need to be accompanied by an adult.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Story Room
Event Type(s): School-Age Kids
Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey
Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids
Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Friday, July 10, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Friday, July 10, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Happy Tails

Friday, July 10, 2026, 12 – 12:45pm

A live and interactive experience with exotic animals featuring furry, feathered, and even scaly friends. For ages five and up.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Story Room
Event Type(s): School-Age Kids
Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin
Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Happy Tails Entertainment
Audience: Kids
Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Saturday, July 11, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Saturday, July 11, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Zine Lab Monthly

Saturday, July 11, 2026, 3 – 5pm

Join us for Zine Lab Monthly to learn about zines and the basics of creating your own self-published works! This month we'll have special guest taking over -- local artist smittenkittentx!

smittenkittentx has been a long time resident of San Antonio, Texas and will offer an introductory class on zine making which will offer some hands on experience with paper folders, paper joggers, specialized staplers, as well as a digital and manual layouts.

Craft and art supplies will be provided for use during the program, but you are also welcome to bring your own.

A zine (pronounced ZEEN) is an independently published magazine or booklet. Using provided supplies, folks can create their own artistic mini books to express themselves and tell their own stories.

Participants are welcome to donate a copy of their zine to be included in our SAPL Zine Collection which is available for public use at Central Library and showcases materials written by, about, and for our community.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Chihuly area
Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts
Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez
Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Additional Info: No registration required.

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Monday, July 13, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Monday, July 13, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Tween Time

Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Hangout with friends and enjoy some fun activities! The possibilities are endless!

Special Program: Hatching Chicks @ the Library!

* Ages 9-12 years old only

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Tween Time
Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios
Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Family Story Time

Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Story Room
Event Type(s): Story Time
Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin
Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 3 – 5:30pm

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Children's Library
Event Type(s): School-Age Kids
Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez
Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621
Audience: Kids
Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL).

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Español, tu Destino

Thursday, July 16, 2026, 10 – 11am

Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish, communicate with your neighbors and invest in yourself? Leveraging the ultimate language learning technology from the 90’s, watching TV, now you can! Join us to learn Spanish using the hit show Destinos and travel across several Spanish speaking countries while you practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez-Alvarez
Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Let's Play Toddlers

Thursday, July 16, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Put on your play clothes and join us for a come-and-go style sensory-centered play session for children ages 0-36 months.
Children explore the senses and develop skills through play.
Some of the activities may be messy; play clothes are encouraged.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Play & Learn
Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey
Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family

Corazon's Mobile Medical Unit

Thursday, July 16, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Corazon Ministries will be providing free services through their Mobile Medical Unit, including:

-Syringe exchange & safe drug use supplies
-First aid & wound care supplies
-Blood glucose/blood sugar checks
-HIV & STI testing (including Hepatitis C & Syphilis)
-Pregnancy tests & emergency contraception
-Peer support & case management
-Connection to treatment & ID recovery services

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Plaza
Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Corazon Ministries
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
More info: corazonsa.org

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Friday, July 17, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Friday, July 17, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Summer with SAPL: Chalk It Out

Friday, July 17, 2026, 10:30 – 11:30am

Chalk it out! Art, science, and imagination collide when you explore and get a little messy with chalk.

Recommended for children 5 years and older; younger children may participate with an adult.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): School-Age Kids
Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios
Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids
Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL

Game On!

Friday, July 17, 2026, 3:30 – 5pm

Come have fun at the library by playing board games or solving puzzles at Central Library. Various board games and puzzle sheets will be provided, so come join us for some fun on the 2nd floor on the 3rd Fridays of every month.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Gaming
Staff Contact Name: Sheran Awe
Staff Contact Number/Email: sheran.awejr@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults, Family, Older Adults
Additional Info: Join us for some fun-filled board games on the 3rd Fridays of every month. We'll be gathering at the tables in front of the information desk on the 2nd floor. Get ready to roll the dice, make strategic moves, and have a great time with friends old and new.

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Saturday, July 18, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Saturday, July 18, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Explore Opera for Kids!

Saturday, July 18, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Explore Opera for Kids!, OPERA San Antonio’s signature interactive program, is designed to spark curiosity and excitement for opera in young audiences. With professional artists performing scenes from iconic operas, this family-friendly experience blends storytelling, music, and imagination—making opera fun, accessible, and memorable for all ages.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Story Room
Event Type(s): Plays & Performances
Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey
Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family
Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL

Cinema Talk with CineSanto Society: The Cost of Ambition

Saturday, July 18, 2026, 3 – 6pm

Where does ambition lead? A rise? A fall? Inevitably there is some cost to pay, and we will explore this topic of interest in the following film series, The Cost of Ambition. Whether you are seasoned film buff or a casual moviegoer, come engage in lively discussion guided by the members of the CineSanto Society after watching:

There Will be Blood, Rated R (May 23)
Nightmare Alley, Rated R (June 20)
Social Network, Rated PG-13 (July 18)

Each film will start right at 3:00 PM, but the doors will be open at 2:45 PM.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Auditorium
Event Type(s): Movies
Staff Contact Name: Jordan Torres
Staff Contact Number/Email: jordan.torres@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: CineSanto Society
Audience: Adults

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Monday, July 20, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Monday, July 20, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Tween Time

Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Hangout with friends and enjoy some fun activities! The possibilities are endless!

Special Program: Hatching Chicks @ the Library!

* Ages 9-12 years old only

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Tween Time
Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios
Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Family Story Time

Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Story Room
Event Type(s): Story Time
Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin
Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 3 – 5:30pm

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Children's Library
Event Type(s): School-Age Kids
Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez
Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621
Audience: Kids
Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL).

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Thursday, July 23, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Thursday, July 23, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Español, tu Destino

Thursday, July 23, 2026, 10 – 11am

Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish, communicate with your neighbors and invest in yourself? Leveraging the ultimate language learning technology from the 90’s, watching TV, now you can! Join us to learn Spanish using the hit show Destinos and travel across several Spanish speaking countries while you practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez-Alvarez
Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Let's Play Toddlers

Thursday, July 23, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Put on your play clothes and join us for a come-and-go style sensory-centered play session for children ages 0-36 months.
Children explore the senses and develop skills through play.
Some of the activities may be messy; play clothes are encouraged.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Play & Learn
Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey
Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family

YASS Info Table

Thursday, July 23, 2026, 11:30am – 1:30pm

The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults (ages 18-24) to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Community
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: YASS (SAMMinistries)
Audience: Adults
More info: www.samm.org…

Summer with SAPL: Clay Day

Thursday, July 23, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Let’s play with clay! Unleash your creativity with air dry clay. All creations are yours to keep. AGES 5-12

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Story Room
Event Type(s): School-Age Kids
Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin
Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids
Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Friday, July 24, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Friday, July 24, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit

Saturday, July 25, 2026

Holocaust history raises important questions about what the international community, including the United States, could have done to stop the rise of Nazism in Germany and it's assault on Europe's Jews. The United States alone could not have prevented the Holocaust, but more could have been done to save some of the six million Jews who were killed. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibition examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Gallery
Event Type(s): Exhibit
Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura
Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov / 210-207-2624
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
Additional Info: Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries is made possible by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association.Americans and the Holocaust was made possible by the generous support of lead sponsor Jeannie & Jonathan Lavine. Additional major funding was provided by the Bildners — Joan & Allen z”l, Elisa Spungen & Rob, Nancy & Jim; and Jane and Daniel Och. The Museum's exhibitions are also supported by the Lester Robbins and Sheila Johnson Robbins Traveling and Special Exhibitions Fund, established in 1990

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Saturday, July 25, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

The Creative Collective

Saturday, July 25, 2026, 3 – 5pm

Are you a musician, comedian, actor or other type of creative? The Creative Collective is an open mic meets mixer for people like you! Share your artistry and check out the art of others! We provide the amps, electric guitar, bass, keys and mic - you supply the talent. Bring your own instrument if so inclined. JD will be your MC!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Chihuly area
Event Type(s): Other
Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo
Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2549
Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo
Audience: Adults

The Creative Collective

No Pressure Book Club

Saturday, July 25, 2026, 4:30 – 5:30pm

Want to join a book club but don’t vibe with the pressure of reading a specific book each month? This is the book club for you! Join us on the last Saturday of each month from 4:30-5:30 to discuss whatever you’ve been reading!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Marie Swartz Art Resource Center (2nd floor)
Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary
Staff Contact Name: Ella Mertz
Staff Contact Number/Email: ella.mertz@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Monday, July 27, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Tween Time

Tuesday, July 28, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Hangout with friends and enjoy some fun activities! The possibilities are endless!

Special Program: Hatching Chicks @ the Library!

* Ages 9-12 years old only

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Tween Time
Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios
Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Family Story Time

Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Story Room
Event Type(s): Story Time
Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin
Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 3 – 5:30pm

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Children's Library
Event Type(s): School-Age Kids
Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez
Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621
Audience: Kids
Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL).

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Thursday, July 30, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Español, tu Destino

Thursday, July 30, 2026, 10 – 11am

Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish, communicate with your neighbors and invest in yourself? Leveraging the ultimate language learning technology from the 90’s, watching TV, now you can! Join us to learn Spanish using the hit show Destinos and travel across several Spanish speaking countries while you practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez-Alvarez
Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Let's Play Toddlers

Thursday, July 30, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15am

Put on your play clothes and join us for a come-and-go style sensory-centered play session for children ages 0-36 months.
Children explore the senses and develop skills through play.
Some of the activities may be messy; play clothes are encouraged.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Play & Learn
Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey
Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Family

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Friday, July 31, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Beginner Sewing Class

Friday, July 31, 2026, 3 – 5pm

***Registration is required
Attendees must bring their own sewing machine
All other supplies with be provided. ***

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Julianna Martinez/Wildflower by Juju
Audience: Adults
Additional Info: Join us for a beginner sewing class, everyone will learn all of the basics of their machine and be able to make a tote bag from thrifted fabric. Hosted by self-taught sewist: Wildflower by Juju! No prior experience required. Attendees must bring their own sewing machine.

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Saturday, August 1, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Monday, August 3, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Through The Stacks Book Club

Monday, August 3, 2026, 6 – 7:30pm

Join us the first Monday of every other month as we read our way through the stacks of the library! Every other month we read a book from a different genre and meet to discuss our thoughts with our fellow book lovers. Through The Stacks Book Club is a fun, relaxed space and finishing the book is definitely not required. All adults welcome! This month’s selection is “The Fox Wife” by Yangsze Choo.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Marie Swartz Art Resource Center (2nd floor)
Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary
Staff Contact Name: Melissa Moser
Staff Contact Number/Email: melissa.moser@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Additional Info: The selection for this month is “The Fox Wife” by Yangsze Choo. Manchuria, 1908. In the last years of the dying Qing Empire, a courtesan is found frozen in a doorway. Her death is clouded by rumors of foxes, which are believed to lure people by transforming themselves into beautiful women and handsome men. Bao, a detective with an uncanny ability to sniff out the truth, is hired to uncover the dead woman's identity. We will meet August 3, 2026, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm to discuss.

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Teen Summer Open Play @ Teen Library

Thursday, August 6, 2026

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too.
Summer days at Teen Library are all yours!
--
*Teens 13-18 Only!*

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Teen Library
Event Type(s): Whatev
Staff Contact Name: Kathleen
Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Kathleen.Fordyce@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Teens
Featured Event: Teen Summer with SAPL
Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*
More info: guides.mysapl.org…

Español, tu Destino

Thursday, August 6, 2026, 10 – 11am

Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish, communicate with your neighbors and invest in yourself? Leveraging the ultimate language learning technology from the 90’s, watching TV, now you can! Join us to learn Spanish using the hit show Destinos and travel across several Spanish speaking countries while you practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez-Alvarez
Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

YASS Info Table

Thursday, August 6, 2026, 11:30am – 1:30pm

The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults (ages 18-24) to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Community
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: YASS (SAMMinistries)
Audience: Adults
More info: www.samm.org…

Corazon's Mobile Medical Unit

Thursday, August 6, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Corazon Ministries will be providing free services through their Mobile Medical Unit, including:

-Syringe exchange & safe drug use supplies
-First aid & wound care supplies
-Blood glucose/blood sugar checks
-HIV & STI testing (including Hepatitis C & Syphilis)
-Pregnancy tests & emergency contraception
-Peer support & case management
-Connection to treatment & ID recovery services

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Plaza
Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Corazon Ministries
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
More info: corazonsa.org

Zine Lab Monthly

Saturday, August 8, 2026, 3 – 5pm

Join us for Zine Lab Monthly to learn about zines and the basics of creating your own self-published works! Craft and art supplies will be provided for use during the program, but you are also welcome to bring your own.

A zine (pronounced ZEEN) is an independently published magazine or booklet. Using provided supplies, folks can create their own artistic mini books to express themselves and tell their own stories.

Participants are welcome to donate a copy of their zine to be included in our SAPL Zine Collection which is available for public use at Central Library and showcases materials written by, about, and for our community.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Chihuly area
Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts
Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez
Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Additional Info: No registration required.

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Español, tu Destino

Thursday, August 13, 2026, 10 – 11am

Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish, communicate with your neighbors and invest in yourself? Leveraging the ultimate language learning technology from the 90’s, watching TV, now you can! Join us to learn Spanish using the hit show Destinos and travel across several Spanish speaking countries while you practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez-Alvarez
Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Español, tu Destino

Thursday, August 20, 2026, 10 – 11am

Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish, communicate with your neighbors and invest in yourself? Leveraging the ultimate language learning technology from the 90’s, watching TV, now you can! Join us to learn Spanish using the hit show Destinos and travel across several Spanish speaking countries while you practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez-Alvarez
Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Staff In-Service

All Locations closed from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thursday, August 20, 2026, 10am – 2pm

All libraries will be closed until 2:00 pm for Staff In-Service.

YASS Info Table

Thursday, August 20, 2026, 11:30am – 1:30pm

The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults (ages 18-24) to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Community
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: YASS (SAMMinistries)
Audience: Adults
More info: www.samm.org…

Corazon's Mobile Medical Unit

Thursday, August 20, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Corazon Ministries will be providing free services through their Mobile Medical Unit, including:

-Syringe exchange & safe drug use supplies
-First aid & wound care supplies
-Blood glucose/blood sugar checks
-HIV & STI testing (including Hepatitis C & Syphilis)
-Pregnancy tests & emergency contraception
-Peer support & case management
-Connection to treatment & ID recovery services

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Plaza
Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Corazon Ministries
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
More info: corazonsa.org

Game On!

Friday, August 21, 2026, 3:30 – 5pm

Come have fun at the library by playing board games or solving puzzles at Central Library. Various board games and puzzle sheets will be provided, so come join us for some fun on the 2nd floor on the 3rd Fridays of every month.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Gaming
Staff Contact Name: Sheran Awe
Staff Contact Number/Email: sheran.awejr@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults, Family, Older Adults
Additional Info: Join us for some fun-filled board games on the 3rd Fridays of every month. We'll be gathering at the tables in front of the information desk on the 2nd floor. Get ready to roll the dice, make strategic moves, and have a great time with friends old and new.

The Creative Collective

Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 3 – 5pm

Are you a musician, comedian, actor or other type of creative? The Creative Collective is an open mic meets mixer for people like you! Share your artistry and check out the art of others! We provide the amps, electric guitar, bass, keys and mic - you supply the talent. Bring your own instrument if so inclined. JD will be your MC!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Chihuly area
Event Type(s): Other
Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo
Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2549
Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo
Audience: Adults

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees

Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 4:30 – 6:30pm

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Auditorium
Event Type(s): Board of Trustees
Staff Contact Name: Edward Mayberry
Staff Contact Number/Email: edward.mayberry@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Older Adults, All Ages
Additional Info: Agenda will be posted on the City's Agenda Website: sanantonio.primegov.com…, A livestream of the San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees meeting is available via YouTube at, www.youtube.com…

Español, tu Destino

Thursday, August 27, 2026, 10 – 11am

Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish, communicate with your neighbors and invest in yourself? Leveraging the ultimate language learning technology from the 90’s, watching TV, now you can! Join us to learn Spanish using the hit show Destinos and travel across several Spanish speaking countries while you practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez-Alvarez
Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

The Creative Collective

Saturday, August 29, 2026, 3 – 5pm

Are you a musician, comedian, actor or other type of creative? The Creative Collective is an open mic meets mixer for people like you! Share your artistry and check out the art of others! We provide the amps, electric guitar, bass, keys and mic - you supply the talent. Bring your own instrument if so inclined. JD will be your MC!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Chihuly area
Event Type(s): Other
Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo
Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2549
Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo
Audience: Adults

The Creative Collective

No Pressure Book Club

Saturday, August 29, 2026, 4:30 – 5:30pm

Want to join a book club but don’t vibe with the pressure of reading a specific book each month? This is the book club for you! Join us on the last Saturday of each month from 4:30-5:30 to discuss whatever you’ve been reading!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Marie Swartz Art Resource Center (2nd floor)
Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary
Staff Contact Name: Ella Mertz
Staff Contact Number/Email: ella.mertz@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Español, tu Destino

Thursday, September 3, 2026, 10 – 11am

Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish, communicate with your neighbors and invest in yourself? Leveraging the ultimate language learning technology from the 90’s, watching TV, now you can! Join us to learn Spanish using the hit show Destinos and travel across several Spanish speaking countries while you practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez-Alvarez
Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

YASS Info Table

Thursday, September 3, 2026, 11:30am – 1:30pm

The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults (ages 18-24) to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Community
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: YASS (SAMMinistries)
Audience: Adults
More info: www.samm.org…

Corazon's Mobile Medical Unit

Thursday, September 3, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Corazon Ministries will be providing free services through their Mobile Medical Unit, including:

-Syringe exchange & safe drug use supplies
-First aid & wound care supplies
-Blood glucose/blood sugar checks
-HIV & STI testing (including Hepatitis C & Syphilis)
-Pregnancy tests & emergency contraception
-Peer support & case management
-Connection to treatment & ID recovery services

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Plaza
Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Corazon Ministries
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
More info: corazonsa.org

Tango: From Argentine to American - A Hispanic Heritage Month Progressive Dance Experience.

Saturday, September 5, 2026, 12 – 1pm

***Registration is required***
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by exploring the journey of Tango; from the roots of Argentine Tango to its evolution into the ballroom style known as American Tango.

In this engaging, beginner-friendly progressive experience, you’ll learn the history behind both styles while building foundational steps, posture, and connection, week by week. Discover how the movements of one influenced the other as you grow in confidence and skill.

No previous experience needed just curiosity and a willingness to move.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Foyer
Event Type: Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa
Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Laura Delmis & Mario Alvarado
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Hispanic Heritage Month
Additional Info: Link for registration (all dance classes) is on the 9/5/26 calendar listing. This is a progressive dance instruction series and attendance at all or most of the classes is preferred. Class dates are Saturdays, September 5, 12, 19 & 25 from 12-1 PM. Classes will take place in the foyer which is located in front of the auditorium inside Central Library.

Labor Day

All Library Locations.
Monday, September 7, 2026

All libraries will be closed.

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Español, tu Destino

Thursday, September 10, 2026, 10 – 11am

Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish, communicate with your neighbors and invest in yourself? Leveraging the ultimate language learning technology from the 90’s, watching TV, now you can! Join us to learn Spanish using the hit show Destinos and travel across several Spanish speaking countries while you practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez-Alvarez
Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Tango: From Argentine to American - A Hispanic Heritage Month Progressive Dance Experience.

Saturday, September 12, 2026, 12 – 1pm

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by exploring the journey of Tango; from the roots of Argentine Tango to its evolution into the ballroom style known as American Tango.

In this engaging, beginner-friendly progressive experience, you’ll learn the history behind both styles while building foundational steps, posture, and connection, week by week. Discover how the movements of one influenced the other as you grow in confidence and skill.

No previous experience needed just curiosity and a willingness to move.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Foyer
Event Type: Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa
Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Laura Delmis & Mario Alvarado
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center
Additional Info: Link for registration (all dance classes) is on the 9/5/26 calendar listing. This is a progressive dance instruction series and attendance at all or most of the classes is preferred. Class dates are Saturdays, September 5, 12, 19 & 25 from 12-1 PM. Classes will take place in the foyer which is located in front of the auditorium inside Central Library.

Del Corazón: An Oral History Project

Saturday, September 12, 2026, 1 – 5pm

***Registration is required***

Join sound artist Armando Estrada for an immersive oral history workshop celebrating San Antonio’s culture and heritage. Through group discussions and hands-on activities, you’ll learn basic audio recording techniques and the process of collecting and archiving oral histories. Participants will share their recordings on The Empower House 101.5 FM or at a community listening party.

The workshop is offered on three dates (2/28, 5/16 & 9/12); each date is the same workshop with a different cohort. Register for your date of choice on specifically dated listing.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center
Event Type: Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa
Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Armando Estrada
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center
Additional Info: Armando Estrada is a Mexican American sound artist based in San Antonio, Texas. He currently serves as the Radio Manager at Empower House Radio, where he is dedicated to amplifying the voices, stories, and sounds of his community through high-quality audio production. Deeply rooted in cultural preservation, Armando sees his work as a continuation of his ancestors’ legacy—documenting lived experiences to inspire and inform future generations.

Zine Lab Monthly

Saturday, September 12, 2026, 3 – 5pm

Join us for Zine Lab Monthly to learn about zines and the basics of creating your own self-published works! Craft and art supplies will be provided for use during the program, but you are also welcome to bring your own.

A zine (pronounced ZEEN) is an independently published magazine or booklet. Using provided supplies, folks can create their own artistic mini books to express themselves and tell their own stories.

Participants are welcome to donate a copy of their zine to be included in our SAPL Zine Collection which is available for public use at Central Library and showcases materials written by, about, and for our community.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Chihuly area
Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts
Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez
Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Additional Info: No registration required.

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

Español, tu Destino

Thursday, September 17, 2026, 10 – 11am

Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish, communicate with your neighbors and invest in yourself? Leveraging the ultimate language learning technology from the 90’s, watching TV, now you can! Join us to learn Spanish using the hit show Destinos and travel across several Spanish speaking countries while you practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez-Alvarez
Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

YASS Info Table

Thursday, September 17, 2026, 11:30am – 1:30pm

The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults (ages 18-24) to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Community
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: YASS (SAMMinistries)
Audience: Adults
More info: www.samm.org…

Corazon's Mobile Medical Unit

Thursday, September 17, 2026, 2 – 3pm

Corazon Ministries will be providing free services through their Mobile Medical Unit, including:

-Syringe exchange & safe drug use supplies
-First aid & wound care supplies
-Blood glucose/blood sugar checks
-HIV & STI testing (including Hepatitis C & Syphilis)
-Pregnancy tests & emergency contraception
-Peer support & case management
-Connection to treatment & ID recovery services

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Plaza
Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness
Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda
Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Corazon Ministries
Audience: Adults, Older Adults
More info: corazonsa.org

Game On!

Friday, September 18, 2026, 3:30 – 5pm

Come have fun at the library by playing board games or solving puzzles at Central Library. Various board games and puzzle sheets will be provided, so come join us for some fun on the 2nd floor on the 3rd Fridays of every month.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Gaming
Staff Contact Name: Sheran Awe
Staff Contact Number/Email: sheran.awejr@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults, Family, Older Adults
Additional Info: Join us for some fun-filled board games on the 3rd Fridays of every month. We'll be gathering at the tables in front of the information desk on the 2nd floor. Get ready to roll the dice, make strategic moves, and have a great time with friends old and new.

Tango: From Argentine to American - A Hispanic Heritage Month Progressive Dance Experience.

Saturday, September 19, 2026, 12 – 1pm

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by exploring the journey of Tango; from the roots of Argentine Tango to its evolution into the ballroom style known as American Tango.

In this engaging, beginner-friendly progressive experience, you’ll learn the history behind both styles while building foundational steps, posture, and connection, week by week. Discover how the movements of one influenced the other as you grow in confidence and skill.

No previous experience needed just curiosity and a willingness to move.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Foyer
Event Type: Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa
Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Laura Delmis & Mario Alvarado
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center
Additional Info: Link for registration (all dance classes) is on the 9/5/26 calendar listing. This is a progressive dance instruction series and attendance at all or most of the classes is preferred. Class dates are Saturdays, September 5, 12, 19 & 25 from 12-1 PM. Classes will take place in the foyer which is located in front of the auditorium inside Central Library.

English Conversations (ESL)

Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 10am – 12pm

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Learn Center
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena
Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees

Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 4:30 – 6:30pm

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Auditorium
Event Type(s): Board of Trustees
Staff Contact Name: Edward Mayberry
Staff Contact Number/Email: edward.mayberry@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Kids, Teens, Adults, Family, Older Adults, All Ages
Additional Info: Agenda will be posted on the City's Agenda Website: sanantonio.primegov.com…, A livestream of the San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees meeting is available via YouTube at, www.youtube.com…

Español, tu Destino

Thursday, September 24, 2026, 10 – 11am

Have you ever wanted to learn Spanish, communicate with your neighbors and invest in yourself? Leveraging the ultimate language learning technology from the 90’s, watching TV, now you can! Join us to learn Spanish using the hit show Destinos and travel across several Spanish speaking countries while you practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez-Alvarez
Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Learn at SAPL

The Creative Collective

Friday, September 25, 2026, 3 – 5pm

Are you a musician, comedian, actor or other type of creative? The Creative Collective is an open mic meets mixer for people like you! Share your artistry and check out the art of others! We provide the amps, electric guitar, bass, keys and mic - you supply the talent. Bring your own instrument if so inclined. JD will be your MC!

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Chihuly area
Event Type(s): Other
Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo
Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2549
Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo
Audience: Adults

Tango: From Argentine to American - A Hispanic Heritage Month Progressive Dance Experience.

Saturday, September 26, 2026, 12 – 1pm

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by exploring the journey of Tango; from the roots of Argentine Tango to its evolution into the ballroom style known as American Tango.

In this engaging, beginner-friendly progressive experience, you’ll learn the history behind both styles while building foundational steps, posture, and connection, week by week. Discover how the movements of one influenced the other as you grow in confidence and skill.

No previous experience needed just curiosity and a willingness to move.

Branch Location: Central Library
Address: 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: (210) 207-2500
Room: Foyer
Event Type: Classes & Instruction
Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa
Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov
Presenter/Instructor: Laura Delmis & Mario Alvarado
Audience: Adults
Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center
Additional Info: Link for registration (all dance classes) is on the 9/5/26 calendar listing. This is a progressive dance instruction series and attendance at all or most of the classes is preferred. Class dates are Saturdays, September 5, 12, 19 & 25 from 12-1 PM. Classes will take place in the foyer which is located in front of the auditorium inside Central Library.