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Second Sunday Plant Swap @ Cody

Cody Branch Location: Cody Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Theresa Garza. Staff Contact Number/Email: theresa.garza@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Bring your plants to share and take new ones home in our monthly plant swap. Plants should be well watered, pest & disease free. Clippings, seeds, pots, watering cans and other plant supplies are also welcomed. Please label your plants if possible. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Let's Create: Come & Go Art

Schaefer Express yourself! Come to the library for creative, self-directed art activities. Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Come & Go Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Baby Story Time

Pruitt Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme and repetition. Recommended for babies up to 18 months. Branch Location: Pruitt Library. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Celeste Roberts. Staff Contact Number/Email: rachel.roberts@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM.

Family Story Time

Encino Children enjoy stories and songs that develop early literacy skills and foster curiosity, followed by play time. Recommended for children 18 months to 5 years old. Branch Location: Encino Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Caitlin Leonard. Staff Contact Number/Email: caitlin.leonard@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Scrabble

Memorial Let's play Scrabble! Board games can improve your mental skills, like vocabulary... besides being fun. Join the competition, and see who WINS! Branch Location: Memorial Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Freddy Hudson. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9140. Audience: Older Adults. Additional Info: No experience with Scrabble necessary. Free to attend. Program is targeted to older adults. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.

Heartfulness Meditation

Parman Branch Location: Parman Library. Room: Meeting Room A. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Barbara Kwiatkowski. Staff Contact Number/Email: barbara.kwiatkowski@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Naveen Chillara. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Heartfulness guided relaxation enables a calming and relaxing effect on the body to reduce stress, restlessness, and anxiety issues. Following relaxation, we offer Heartfulness guided meditation that enables one to center themselves and connect to one’s own inherent positive nature. Over years of research and observations, Heartfulness Institute has seen immense growth in resiliency in several individuals and thereby communities. Free sessions, no registration required. Adults only. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Family Story Time

Pruitt Children and their families enjoy stories, songs, and activities that develop early literacy skills and foster curiosity. Recommended for children 18 months to 5 years old. Branch Location: Pruitt Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Celeste Roberts. Staff Contact Number/Email: rachel.roberts@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM.

CommuniTea Time

Cortez Come spend a relaxing Sunday, once a month with us and enjoy some flavored tea while meeting new people from your community. Have a craft you’re working on or would like to start, bring it in. Crafting supplies are not provided, but tea is. If you have flavored tea you’d like to share with others, we’d like to try them. Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Please check calendar handout for date. If you have questions, please contact Jo Ann (joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov). Sunday, December 14, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

SA Needle Craft Group

Mission Branch Location: Mission Library. Room: Meeting Room North. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Oscar Gonzalez. Staff Contact Number/Email: oscar.gonzalez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Learn what the SA Needle Craft Group has to offer quilters & needle crafters and those looking to get started. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM.

Baby Story Time

Landa Let's sing, read, write, talk, and play together! Romp through rhymes, songs, and stories with a skilled Children's Librarian to get your baby giggling, wiggling, and learning. Afterwards, you are welcome to stay and connect with other families in your community. Toys will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own too. Recommended for infants through confident walkers or zero to 18 months. Branch Location: Landa Library. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Jasmin Salinas. Staff Contact Number/Email: jasmin.salinas@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Family. Kids. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Baby Time!

Pan American Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through short stories, rhythm, rhyme and repetition followed by a playtime. Come prepared to sit on the floor for some one-on-one time with your little one. *Recommended for babies up to 18 months.*. Branch Location: Pan American Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Rachel Forbes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rachel.Forbes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Geeks Assemble!

Tobin Who are we? We are a bunch of like-minded geeks who meet once a month to watch and discuss movies, TV shows and whatever else comes up in conversation. This program is for adults only. Branch Location: Tobin Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: Connie Hejl. Staff Contact Number/Email: connie.hejl@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Parman Knitting Club AKA “Yarnies”

Parman Do you love knitting, crocheting and all things YARN? Knitting on your own is fun, but it's always better to knit together! Join the knitting club AKA “Yarnies” and unwind one stitch at a time! Branch Location: Parman Library. Room: Meeting Room A. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Barbara Kwiatkowski. Staff Contact Number/Email: Barbara.Kwiatkowski@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Arts & Culture. Additional Info: Do you love knitting, crocheting and all things YARN? Knitting on your own is fun, but it's always better to knit together! Join the knitting club AKA “Yarnies” and unwind one stitch at a time!The ‘Yarnies” meet every Sunday, 1pm - 3pm for knitting, crocheting, looming, and all other Yarn related activities! Meet other yarn lovers to share favorite techniques and patterns. Helping each other with projects is just part of the fun! All skill levels are welcome. Adults only. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Community Art for all ages

Great Northwest All ages are welcome to take part in a Community Art project. Each month we will work on a different design for a collaborative art project using crayons, markers, and colored pencils to be displayed in the library. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Branch Location: Great Northwest Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Stephanie Vazquez. Staff Contact Number/Email: stephanie.vazquez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: All Ages. Additional Info: All ages are welcome to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Want to Play Mah Jongg?

Maverick Want to learn and play the game of Mah Jongg? This is a table game with up to four players who draw from tiles to collect 14 tiles which match one of the hands listed on the National Mah Jongg League card. The game is an intellectual and challenging game of strategy and skill. Adults interested in playing or only wishing to observe the game are welcome. Mark your calendar for the upcoming dates! Branch Location: Maverick Library. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Benjamin Longoria. Staff Contact Number/Email: benjamin.longoria@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marilyn Lott. Audience: Adults. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Knights of San Pedro

San Pedro Branch Location: San Pedro Library. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Diana Starrett. Staff Contact Number/Email: diana.starrett@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Family. Additional Info: Come and enjoy a few rounds of chess in a completely relaxed atmosphere. Hone your skills and try out new strategies. Whether you are newly interested in the game and learning or an advanced level player, all are welcomed to come and play. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

Qigong / Tai Chi Exercises

Westfall Branch Location: Westfall Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Monty Holcomb. Staff Contact Number/Email: monty.holcomb@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Monty Holcomb. Audience: Older Adults. Additional Info: Come and join Westfall Library’s Qigong / Tai Chi class for an opportunity to practice an easy version of these ancient practices. This program is most suitable for older adults. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Cookie Decorating!

Guerra Branch Location: Guerra Library. Room: Barrera Room. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Stephen Jackson. Staff Contact Number/Email: stephen.jackson@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Stephen Jackson. Audience: Adults. Family. Additional Info: Let's celebrate the season! Join us at the Guerra Library for an hour of cookie decorating fun. All supplies will be provided. Healthy decorating options will be available. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Family Painting Party

Pruitt It’s time to paint! We’ll have a variety of painting activities available for kids to create a masterpiece! Take your artwork home or leave it to be displayed in the library. Wear clothes appropriate for paint. Recommended for kids 5 and older; younger kids need to be accompanied by an adult. Branch Location: Pruitt Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Celeste Roberts. Staff Contact Number/Email: rachel.roberts@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.

Bad Girls Book Club: Holi-Yay Book Exchange

Collins Garden Join the Bad Girls Book Club for our first Holi-Yay Book Swap! Wrap up a book (new or gently loved!), bring it to swap, and join us for a cozy, laid-back gathering filled with light refreshments, community, and lots of romance-book joy. If you want to make your swap extra special, feel free to tuck in a few small goodies! And if you’d like to bring snacks or treats to share for the festivities, we’d love that too. We’ll hang out, exchange surprises, and enjoy a fun book chat together. Our December pick is A Jingle Bell Mingle by Julie Murphy & Sierra Simone! Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Enedina Prater. Staff Contact Number/Email: enedina.prater@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Staff. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Pop Culture. Additional Info: Free ParkingAdults 18+ Only. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. For more info visit mysapl.bibliocommons.com.

D&D & TTRPGs

Igo Whether you're a novice explorer or a seasoned hero, you're invited to join us for some Dungeons & Dragons or another fun TTRPG! No commitment required and no experience needed! All are welcome to come play, learn, chat, or just hang out. Want to stay in touch with the group? Email Adri to request a link to our Discord server! Branch Location: Igo Library. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Adriana White. Staff Contact Number/Email: adriana.white@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Tabletop role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons focus on collaborative storytelling and improvisation. We'll explore a wide range of one-shots, across different genres and game systems.We aim to play a game that is both approachable to beginners and entertaining for more experienced players. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. For more info visit guides.mysapl.org.

Paint By Numbers

Thousand Oaks Join us for an afternoon of art! This program is open to adults and teens. Various designs available on a first come basis, and supplies provided but are limited! Branch Location: Thousand Oaks Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Kimberly King. Staff Contact Number/Email: kimberly.king@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Teens. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

Teens and Visual Data

Igo The program is about creating different ways of looking at huge amounts of numbers. Those different ways of looking at data are not only beneficial for looking at huge numbers of numbers, but also helps in telling stories. Learn to use AI to tell visual stories. Branch Location: Igo Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Esperanza Meekins. Staff Contact Number/Email: esperanza.meekins2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Teen Gaming Club on Discord

San Antonio Public Library Online Play games, share/stream what you're currently playing, discuss your all-time favorite games, and participate in tournaments. Different types of video gaming (PC, console, and handheld) are welcome! **For teens (ages 13 to 18) only. For more information on how to join the 210teenlibrary Discord Server, visit: https://guides.mysapl.org/210teenlibrary. Branch Location: Online. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Esperanza Meekins. Staff Contact Number/Email: esperanza.meekins2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Sunday, December 14, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. For more info visit guides.mysapl.org.

Vacancy to Vitality: Exploring Housing Futures along San Antonio’s Transit Corridors

Central How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Monday, December 15, 2025.

Wall of Warmth Sit and Stitch

Westfall Westfall is participating in the yearly initiative of the San Antonio Public Library to provide a place for people in the community to donate or pick up (depending on your need) hats, gloves, scarves, etc. during the colder months of the year. This meetup allows for anyone who loves the fiber arts to come together to create items that can be added to Westfall’s Wall of Warmth or simply join us to work on your own project. All experience levels are welcome! Branch Location: Westfall Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Machaia McClenny. Staff Contact Number/Email: machaia.mcclenny@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Monday, December 15, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Tai Chi

Encino Come learn Tai Chi with our certified instructor! There is no need to pre-register, just drop in! Classes are free, just come dressed comfortably. Branch Location: Encino Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Ann Laird. Staff Contact Number/Email: ann.laird@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: James Clark. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Monday, December 15, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

AARP Presents: Digital Coupon Tools

Guerra Branch Location: Guerra Library. Room: Barrera Room. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Arlene Richardson. Staff Contact Number/Email: Arlene.Richardson@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: AARP San Antonio. Audience: Older Adults. Additional Info: If you like saving money on groceries and everyday items, then this lecture is for you! We’ll introduce you to the world of digital couponing and a variety of tools to help you get started. You’ll learn about coupon websites, apps, and databases as well as tips for getting the best deals. Monday, December 15, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Parman Senior Club: Travel the World, Taste the Flavors

Parman Travel the World, Taste the Flavors! No passport! No jet lag! No spending! Destinations: Nov 17 – Beyond Mexico City – Culture, Nature and Tradition outside the Capital; Nov. 24 - India; Dec 1- Portugal; Dec 8 - Poland; Dec 15 - Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro. Come and join us! Free event! Adults only. No registration required! While supplies last. Branch Location: Parman Library. Room: Meeting Room A. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Barbara Kwiatkowski. Staff Contact Number/Email: Barbara.Kwiatkowski@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Barbara Kwiatkowski. Audience: Older Adults. Featured Event: Arts & Culture. Additional Info: Travel the World, Taste the Flavors! No passport! No jet lag! No spending! Destinations: Nov 17 – Beyond Mexico City – Culture, Nature and Tradition outside the Capital; Nov. 24 - India; Dec 1- Portugal; Dec 8 - Poland; Dec 15 - Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro. Come and join us! Free event! Adults only. No registration required! While supplies last. For details call Parman branch 210.207.2703. Monday, December 15, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Let's Build

Brook Hollow Branch Location: Brook Hollow Library. Room: Children's Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Catherine Robbins. Staff Contact Number/Email: catherine.robbins@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Monday, December 15, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Tobin Writers Write-In

Tobin Write, connect, and get inspired with fellow creatives at Tobin Library. Branch Location: Tobin Library. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Rhonda Woolhouse. Staff Contact Number/Email: rhonda.woolhouse@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Sheila McAuley. Audience: Adults. Monday, December 15, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Let's Build: Lego Time

Mission Build! Play! Create! Join us to build with the Lego bricks provided by the library. Please note that all LEGO creations stay at the library. Designed for children ages 5 to 12. Branch Location: Mission Library. Room: Meeting Room South. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Jane Miller. Staff Contact Number/Email: jane.miller@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: staff. Audience: Kids. Family. Monday, December 15, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Tween Time

Potranco Bring your friends and hang out for some interactive fun at the library. No desks. No tests. Just fun. Exclusively for nine- to twelve-year-olds. Activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Branch Location: Potranco Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Lisa Leandro. Staff Contact Number/Email: lisa.leandro@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Bring your friends and hang out for some interactive fun at the library. No desks. No tests. Just fun. Exclusively for nine- to twelve-year-olds. Activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Monday, December 15, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Lego Time

Pan American It's time to build! Join us and get creative with Legos! Recommended for children ages 5-12. Branch Location: Pan American Library. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Rachel Forbes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rachel.Forbes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Monday, December 15, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

Let's Build: LEGOs & More

Semmes Branch Location: Semmes Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Randi Jones. Staff Contact Number/Email: randi.jones@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Use your imagination to build on your own or with other aspiring architects and creative thinkers using a variety of materials. Best for ages 5-12. Monday, December 15, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.

Tween Time

Cortez Come play games, talk books, create art, and hang out with other kids ages nine to twelve years old. Bring your friends and hang out for some fun! Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Monday, December 15, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Igo Teen Time

Igo Branch Location: Igo Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Esperanza Meekins. Staff Contact Number/Email: esperanza.meekins2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: All teens aged 13-18 are welcome to come hang out and start the week off on a fun note! Activities vary from week to week - sometimes we game, sometimes we watch movies, sometimes we art. You decide what we do! Monday, December 15, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Teen Music Monday on Discord

San Antonio Public Library Online Share, listen to, and discuss all genres of music - including songs, full albums, music videos, live performances, and more - with other teens on the 210teenlibrary Discord Server! **For teens (ages 13 to 18) only. For more information on how to join the 210teenlibrary Discord Server, visit: https://guides.mysapl.org/210teenlibrary. Branch Location: Online. Event Type(s): Music & Dance. Staff Contact Name: Ami Sarabia. Staff Contact Number/Email: amisarahi.sarabia@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Monday, December 15, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. For more info visit guides.mysapl.org.

Yoga Basics

Igo Branch Location: Igo Library. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Nicole Jacob. Staff Contact Number/Email: nicole.jacob@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Nicole Jacob. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: 50 Minute slower pace yoga class. We will spend the time to explore postures, transition from posture, and breath. Please bring a mat, towel, and water.Sign up is not required. Monday, December 15, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.

Yoga Basics

Teen Time @ Johnston

Johnston Join us every Monday night for Johnston's Teen Time where activities vary each week, and what we do is up to you! Stop by to do arts and crafts, read manga, watch anime/movies, play board games, video games, listen to music, learn guitar, or just relax after school. Hang out with your friends or make new friends. This is a program run by teens for teens. Branch Location: Johnston Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Ana Pina Pina. Staff Contact Number/Email: ana.pina@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teens Only (13-18 yrs old)Volunteer hours available! Monday, December 15, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Oh! Taku Anime Club

Memorial This week's show: From a good family? Check! A good personality? Check! Shuchiin Academy is where all these elite students with bright futures flock to. As the two leaders of the student council, Kaguya Shinomiya and Miyuki Shirogane have supposedly fallen in love… But after almost half a year, nothing has happened!? They both have too much pride and can’t be honest. Things have gotten troublesome, and they are now caught in a war of "How to get the other to confess their love first." This show is rated TV-14. Craft: Christmas Cards. Branch Location: Memorial Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Anime & Manga. Staff Contact Name: Pristina Pinales. Staff Contact Number/Email: Pristina.Pinales@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Adults. Additional Info: Love to watch anime? Like to do crafts?Then this club is for you! Join us for a few episodes or even a movie. Then do a craft! Monday, December 15, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Teen Time @ Pan Am

Pan American All teens, ages 13-18, are welcome at Pan Am every Monday night for Teen Time! Teens decide the activities from week to week. Join us for crafting, gaming, watching movies, and more! Branch Location: Pan American Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Gladys Nunez. Staff Contact Number/Email: gladys.nunez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Monday, December 15, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.

Dreaded Threads

Potranco Calling all crocheters, knitters, stitchers, embroiderers or threaders out there! We invite you to join us for our weekly program where you can bring your project from home and thread with friends. Wondering why we added “dreaded” to our program name? Well, it’s not because we’re going to make this an awfully confusing experience, so don’t fear! At each program, we’re going to listen to a true crime podcast to get our true crime fix! Branch Location: Potranco Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Dawn Zeig. Staff Contact Number/Email: dawn.zeig@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Monday, December 15, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.

Cody Fiber Club

Cody Branch Location: Cody Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Theresa Garza. Staff Contact Number/Email: theresa.garza@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Calling all fiber artists and crafters! Do you knit, crochet, embroider, cross stitch, spin, weave, felt, or otherwise create with yarn or other fibers? If so, come join us and we can craft together! Monday, December 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Tamal Demonstration

Forest Hills In partnership with the World Heritage Office, San Antonio UNESCO Chef Ambassador Stephannie Beyers will present a cooking demonstration highlighting a variety of tamal-making techniques and ingredients. While adults and teens enjoy the demonstration, children ages 5 and up are invited to participate in a story time, craft, and play session led by the children’s librarian. Following the program, attendees are welcome to stay and enjoy complimentary tamales prepared by Chef Stephannie, along with complimentary pan dulce. This is a ticketed event. Tickets will be distributed 30 minutes before the program at circulation desk. Branch Location: Forest Hills Library. Room: Meeting Room. Kids Corner. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Ana Menchaca. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ana.Menchaca@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Chef Stephannie Beyers. Audience: All Ages. Additional Info: This is a ticketed event. Tickets will be distributed 30 minutes before the program. Monday, December 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Queer Crafternoon

Great Northwest Queer Crafternoon provides a safe space for all 2SLGBTQ+ individuals to build community and connect with people with common interests over a fun craftmaking activity. At this meeting we will be making Christmas ornaments while enjoying an audiobook or podcast. Happy crafting! Branch Location: Great Northwest Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Christopher Mendez. Staff Contact Number/Email: christopher.mendez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Monday, December 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

Spanish/English Conversation Hour

Guerra Branch Location: Guerra Library. Room: Barrera Room. Event Type(s): Languages. Staff Contact Name: Stephen Jackson. Staff Contact Number/Email: stephen.jackson@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Stephen Jackson. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Welcome to the Spanish/English conversation hour. We will practice both languages. Monday, December 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Hooks & Needles

Maverick Crochet. Knit. Etc. Socialize and work on your project. All skill levels welcome. Branch Location: Maverick Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Patricia King. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.9060. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Monday, December 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Teen Time @ Thousand Oaks

Thousand Oaks Join us every Monday night! Get creative, be artistic, watch a movie, do some gaming -- what we do is up to you! Branch Location: Thousand Oaks Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kimberly King. Staff Contact Number/Email: kimberly.king@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Monday, December 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Chess at Westfall

Westfall Branch Location: Westfall Library. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Monty Holcomb. Staff Contact Number/Email: monty.holcomb@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Monty Holcomb. Audience: All Ages. Additional Info: Join us for an opportunity to play informal chess games with other players. Feel free to bring your own chess set or to use one of ours. This event is open to all ages and all skill levels. Beginners who want to learn the game are also welcome. Monday, December 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Beyond the Plot Book Club

Parman Join us to discuss, "The River is Waiting” by Wally Lamb! Limited copies available at the Parman Library. Branch Location: Parman Library. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Kristie Rosado-Rivera. Staff Contact Number/Email: kristie.rosado-rivera@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Beyond the Plot Book Club will be hosted at the Parman Library every Third Monday of the month from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Stop by for 15 minutes or the hour! We're just excited to see you there! Monday, December 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Journaling Night

Mission Do you enjoy journaling? No matter the type of journaling, whether it's getting ready for 2026, writing about your day, or tracking your habits, feel free to join us. Branch Location: Mission Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Megan Feeley. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2704. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Please bring your own journal. Other supplies will be provided. Monday, December 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:50 PM.

Pickleball for Beginners

Mission Whether you're a beginner or not, we've got you covered with a quick guide. Following seven simple rules to be out playing in no time. Branch Location: Mission Library. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Oscar Gonzalez. Staff Contact Number/Email: oscar.gonzalez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Ready to learn how to play pickleball? Pickleball is now the fastest-growing sport in America, and its tons of fun. Monday, December 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Holiday Gift Wrapping

Memorial Get in the holiday spirit by wrapping your holiday gifts at the library! Bring your gifts, and we'll provide the gift wrap, bows, ribbon, and tissue paper along with gift boxes and bags. Supplies are limited and will last until supplies are gone. Branch Location: Memorial Library. Event Type(s): Celebration. Staff Contact Name: Freddy Hudson. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9140. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Monday, December 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

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Holiday Lotería for Older Adults

Pruitt Come and enjoy a game of Holiday Lotería with super-sized bingo cards and chips! Token holiday themed prizes will be awarded to each game winner. Join Molly Pruitt Library for this free festive event! This program will be taking place at the Windcrest Civic Center. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Hannah Johnson. Staff Contact Number/Email: hannah.johnson@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Texana/Genealogy staff. Audience: Older Adults. Featured Event: Texana/Genealogy. Additional Info: Registration is encouraged so that we can plan accordingly! Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Windcrest Civic Center, 9310 Jim Seal Dr, 78239.

Toddler Story Time

Potranco Toddlers actively participate in stories, music and movement enhancing their social, emotional and language development. Recommended for children 18 to 36 months. ***Space is limited. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.***. Branch Location: Potranco Library. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Lisa Leandro. Staff Contact Number/Email: lisa.leandro@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: Toddlers actively participate in stories, music and movement enhancing their social, emotional and language development. Recommended for children 18 to 36 months.***Space is limited.Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.***. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Forest Hills Let’s move, sing, talk, read, and play together in this highly energetic and interactive program designed for inquisitive toddlers and their grownups. Designed specifically for children 18 to 36 months, but birth through 5-year-olds may also enjoy this program. Branch Location: Forest Hills Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Ana Menchaca. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ana.Menchaca@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Creative Art for Adults

Great Northwest Come and join us on every first and third Tuesday of the month for some creative fun! Each session will have an artistic project. This program is intended for adults and older adults. Branch Location: Great Northwest Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Christina Montero. Staff Contact Number/Email: christina.montero2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.

Alamo Area Woodcarvers

Parman Branch Location: Parman Library. Room: Meeting Room B. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Barbara Kwiatkowski. Staff Contact Number/Email: barbara.kwiatkowski@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Alamo Woodcarvers. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Meetings at the library are free and open to the public. Join us to carve or just to watch! Beginners are welcome. Adults only. No tools necessary. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 12:15 PM – 3:15 PM.

Baby Story Time

Schaefer Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM.

Adult Craft Club

Johnston Love crafting? Then come and join us every third Tuesday of the month at 12:30 pm and 6 pm. Branch Location: Johnston Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Cristiane Yamada. Staff Contact Number/Email: cristiane.yamada@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Older Adults. Adults. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.

Baby Time!

Guerra Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through short stories, rhythm, rhyme and repetition followed by a playtime. Come prepared to sit on the floor for some one-on-one time with your little one. *Recommended for babies up to 18 months.*. Branch Location: Guerra Library. Room: Barrera Room. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Lopez. Staff Contact Number/Email: linda.lopez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM.

Wowzitude Livestreamed Worldwide Travel

Igo Join us at San Antonio Public Library locations for Wowzitude, an exciting series of livestreamed travel experiences designed for culturally curious older adults. Explore 200+ destinations worldwide through interactive walking tours led by passionate local guides, offering an authentic and unscripted glimpse into diverse cultures, landmarks, and hidden gems. Whether you're a travel dreamer or a lifelong learner, these awe-inspiring tours will spark your curiosity and inspire your next adventure, all while connecting you to a vibrant community of fellow explorers in San Antonio and around the world. Branch Location: Igo Library. Event Type(s): Presentation & Lecture. Staff Contact Name: Adriana White. Staff Contact Number/Email: adriana.white@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Wowzitude. Audience: Older Adults. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. For more info visit guides.mysapl.org.

Baby Story Time

San Pedro Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme and repetition. Recommended for babies up to 18 months and their caregivers. Play time after the program, with provided toys, gives babies and caregivers social time. Branch Location: San Pedro Library. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Karen Braeuler. Staff Contact Number/Email: karen.braeuler@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Baby Story Time

Thousand Oaks Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme, and repetition. Recommended for babies up to 18 months. Branch Location: Thousand Oaks Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Cheryl Penick. Staff Contact Number/Email: cheryl.penick@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM.

Artful Moments Adult Coloring and Relaxation Group

Tobin Who says coloring is just for kids? Relax with soft music and enjoy coloring with adult friends! Coloring pages, markers, pencils and even crayons provided or bring your own project! Branch Location: Tobin Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Terry Verner. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9040. Audience: Adults. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.

Family Story Time

Westfall Let's share stories, songs, rhymes, and more at an interactive program for children 5 and younger. Branch Location: Westfall Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Machaia McClenny. Staff Contact Number/Email: machaia.mcclenny@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Family. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

MTTC Table Tennis

Mission Branch Location: Mission Library. Room: Large Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Oscar Gonzalez. Staff Contact Number/Email: oscar.gonzalez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Table Tennis fun, all levels are welcome. We practice single and double play. Improve your game in a friendly environment. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Mahjong Open Play

Encino Drop in and join us for open play American Mahjong! Bring your own set, or use one of our two sets. Make some new friends while having fun! Branch Location: Encino Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Ann Laird. Staff Contact Number/Email: ann.laird@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Craft and Chat

Forest Hills Branch Location: Forest Hills Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Mary Smith Naylor. Staff Contact Number/Email: mary.naylor@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Older Adults. Adults. Additional Info: Join fellow crocheters, knitters, and other fiber artists for a relaxing weekly gathering where creativity and conversation come together! Bring your current project—whether it’s crochet, knitting, embroidery, or any fiber art—and enjoy a welcoming space to share tips, get inspired, and connect with others who love to craft. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1:15 PM – 3:15 PM.

Carver Crochet Club @ Denver Heights Community Center

Carver Come and join us! Joining a crochet club is a wonderful way to engage in a fulfilling hobby, connect with like-minded individuals, and potentially make a positive impact in your community. Whether you're interested in crocheting for personal use or for charity, a club can offer you the opportunity to learn new techniques, share your skills with others, and contribute to meaningful causes. We use the traditional style of crocheting for making scarves and we use a loom for making beanies. Most of our beautiful items are donated to community members who are in need of warm clothing during the winter. Happy Stitching! Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. Denver Heights Community Center 300 Porter St. San Antonio, TX 78210.

Igo Afternoon Book Club

Igo Join the members of the Igo Afternoon Book Club for compelling reads and engaging discussions! No sign up required. Meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 1:30-3:00pm Please reach out to the library for the book selection of the month. Branch Location: Igo Library. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Cara Sifuentes. Staff Contact Number/Email: cara.sifuentes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.

Holiday Lotería for Older Adults

Las Palmas Come and enjoy a game of Holiday Lotería with super-sized bingo cards and chips! Token holiday themed prizes will be awarded to each game winner. Branch Location: Las Palmas Library. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Elissa Vura. Staff Contact Number/Email: elissa.vura@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Older Adults. Featured Event: Texana/Genealogy. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Toddler Story Time

Schaefer Let’s move, sing, talk, read and play together in this highly energetic and interactive program designed for inquisitive toddlers 18 months to 3 years. Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:15 PM.

After School Zone

Tobin Geared toward middle school kids after school lets out. Come play games, make stuff, watch movies, and hang out with other kids ages nine to twelve years old. Activities will vary weekly. Branch Location: Tobin Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Lisa Ramirez. Staff Contact Number/Email: lisa.ramirez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Lisa Ramirez. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM.

Tween Time Movie: Rise of the Guardians (PG)

Central Join us for our Tween Movie Rise of the Guardians- When the evil spirit Pitch launches an assault on Earth, the Immortal Guardians team up to protect the innocence of children all around the world. Additional activity will be provided *Ages 9-12 years old only. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.

Let's Build: LEGO Club

Forest Hills Build! Play! Create! Join in the fun of LEGO Club, plus, explore other exciting construction activities. Small bricks and pieces are used but DUPLO bricks are available for younger children. Please note that all LEGO and DUPLO creations stay at the library. Designed for children ages 5 to 12 years old. Branch Location: Forest Hills Library. Room: Kids Corner. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Ana Menchaca. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ana.Menchaca@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Let’s Build: LEGO Time

McCreless Build. Play. Create. Join in the fun of LEGO Time. Designed for children age five to twelve due to small size of bricks. Please note that LEGO creations stay at the library so there will be plenty of bricks for the next LEGO Time session. Branch Location: McCreless Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Ralph Paul Jarzombek. Staff Contact Number/Email: ralph.jarzombek@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Let's Create: Creator Club at Parman

Parman Anything can happen at Creator Club! All are welcome to drop in during the hour to enjoy art, play, construction or science activities at the Parman Library while supplies last. Wear your play clothes in case things get messy! Recommended for ages 5-12. Branch Location: Parman Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Teague Shosh. Staff Contact Number/Email: teague.shosh@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Read to a Dog

Schaefer Children can practice their developing literacy skills by reading aloud individually to a therapy dog, which will be accompanied by the animal handler. Recommended for young readers 5 and older. Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Teen Time Tuesday: Champurrado & Reindeer Pancakes

Central Keeping it short and sweet: make a thick, cinnamon-y, chocolate-y hot drink and a reindeer pancake to go along with it. -- Join in--or not! Feel free to use all areas of Teen Library: the studio, the Switch, the VR, the MACs. You choose. -- (For clarification's sake: teens 13-18 only. THANKS!). Branch Location: Central Library. 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 Tuesdays are for teens 13-18 only!*. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 4:20 PM – 6:15 PM. For more info visit instagram.com.

DIY Candle Holders

Collins Garden Join us in the enchanting art of crafting beautiful holiday candle holders that will elevate your tablescape to new heights of charm and warmth. Supplies will be provided, while supplies last. Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.

Spanish Conversation Club

Cody Branch Location: Cody Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Languages. Staff Contact Name: Theresa Garza. Staff Contact Number/Email: theresa.garza@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Join the conversation - in Spanish! For beginner, intermediate, advanced, and native speakers, join others to improve your Spanish language skills. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Teen Club

Collins Garden Did you know? Teens age 14-18 can earn volunteer hours by leading this, or any other activity for teens at the Library! https://guides.mysapl.org/teenvolunteers. Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Daniella Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniella.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to hang out! Play games, work on arts & crafts, watch movies, catch up with friends. What we do is up to you, and activities change each week! Open to all teens ages 13-18. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Teen Time

Cortez What we do depends on you! Activities will vary weekly, play games, create, watch movies, eat and make friends. Ages 13-18 only :). Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: ciana. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9130 ciana.flores@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: For clarification's sake, this is for TEENS 13-18 ONLY, please and thank you! Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Teen Time @ Guerra

Guerra Join us every Tuesday night for Guerra's Teen Time where activities vary each week, and what we do is up to you! Stop by to do arts and crafts, read manga, watch anime/movies, play board games, video games, listen to music, or just relax after school and hang out with your friends or make new friends. This is a program run by teens for teens. Branch Location: Guerra Library. Room: Barrera Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Brandy Walthall. Staff Contact Number/Email: brandy.walthall@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teens Only (13-18 yrs old). Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Teen Body Doubling

Igo Are you 13-18 years old looking for a quiet place to work on personal projects or enjoy individual hobbies without the pressure of having to engage with others? Teen Body Doubling might be the space for you. Bring a book, a gaming console, or a hobby and come quietly exist with other teens as you do your own thing in each other's presence. (Think: Quiet Teen Time. Crafts can be provided.). Branch Location: Igo Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Esperanza Meekins. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9080. Audience: Teens. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Family Fun Time: Loteria Night

Pan American Join us for a Loteria night at the Pan American Branch Library! Free popcorn and hot chocolate while supplies last. Branch Location: Pan American Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Rachel Forbes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rachel.Forbes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

CANCELLED - Viva Bien: Live Well with Diabetes

Pruitt ***Registration is required*** Join us at Molly Pruitt Library for this program on living well with diabetes. A Community Nutrition Education Coordinator with the San Antonio Food Bank will lead us through these classes. Throughout this curriculum, we will lay the foundation for understanding type 2 diabetes and teach various nutrition topics and lifestyle choices. Attendance at all sessions is not required. Please join the sessions that interest you! - Aug. 26th: Diabetes Awareness - Sept. 9th: Healthy Eating with Diabetes/Breakfast - Sept. 23rd: Understanding the Food Label/All About Fats - Oct. 7th: Types of Carbohydrates/Role of Fiber - Oct. 21st: Developing an Exercise Program/About Water - Nov. 4th: Food Safety/Building a Healthy Pantry - Nov. 18th: Healthy Eating on a Lean Budget/Eating Out - Dec. 2nd: Exercise Program/Coping with Stress - Dec. 16th: Storing Fresh Produce. Branch Location: Pruitt Library. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Hannah Johnson. Staff Contact Number/Email: hannah.johnson@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Xanthia Hernandez, Community Nutrition Education Coordinator. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Teen Time @ Semmes

Semmes For ages 13-18 only! Teen Time is a great place to spend time with friends or meet new ones. Come play games, work on art projects, watch movies, or just hang out. Activities vary each week, and what we do is up to you! Branch Location: Semmes Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Valerie Carroll. Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.carroll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Tobin Teen Hangout

Tobin A program run by teens for teens! This program is all about you! You decide what we do! Video games, board games, crafts, anime/manga, book club, or just chat. This program is all about what you want to do! Come and go. You don't have to come on time and you don't have to stay the whole time. Just come hang out for however long you can! All Teens aged 13-18 welcome. Branch Location: Tobin Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Connie Hejl. Staff Contact Number/Email: connie.hejl@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Teen Hangout

Mission Ages 13 to 18 are welcomed. No registration required. Branch Location: Mission Library. Room: Meeting Room South. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Cindy Cruz. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-2704. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Choose your activity each week! Activities can include: creating art, gaming (tabletop and Switch), cooking, and crafting. Bring your ideas and we'll provide the rest. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.

Teen Time on Discord

San Antonio Public Library Online Hang out with other teens and chat about whatever on the 210teenlibrary Discord Server! **For teens (ages 13 to 18) only. For more information on how to join the 210teenlibrary Discord Server, visit: https://guides.mysapl.org/210teenlibrary. Branch Location: Online. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Rosalie Barrera. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosalie.barrera2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. For more info visit guides.mysapl.org.

Teen Time @ Forest Hills

Forest Hills Open to all teens ages 13-18, this activity is defined by the teens who attend it, so each week will look different. We could play video or board games, make crafts, watch movies, use sidewalk chalk, have a chill study time, or whatever else teens dream of (that can happen in the library). Branch Location: Forest Hills Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Shannan Prukop. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannan.prukop@santonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

GNW Teen Time

Great Northwest Are you into painting, cooking fun snacks, or you can join our new Sew What? Club; an intro to sewing. Stop by and choose your own adventure and hang out with other teens in the community! Teens (ages 13-18 yrs. old), volunteer hours are available, you decide what we do each week! Branch Location: Great Northwest Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Lisa M Puchot. Staff Contact Number/Email: lisa.puchot@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

SAPL Silent Book Club

Igo Join us for a book club that gives you the opportunity to be with other readers without the pressure of required reading or discussion. Snacks and drinks will be provided by the library, and the book club will meet once a month at various San Antonio Public Library locations. 5:30-6:00pm - Share what you're reading (if you like), grab snacks/drinks, settle-in 6:00-7:00pm - Quiet reading hour 7:00-7:30pm - Socialize or keep reading - whatever your preference. Branch Location: Igo Library. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Adriana White. Staff Contact Number/Email: adriana.white@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. For more info visit guides.mysapl.org.

Holiday Movie Marathon @ Mccreless: Dr Seuss' the Grinch

McCreless A grumpy Grinch plots to ruin Christmas for the village of Whoville. This movie is rated PG. Branch Location: McCreless Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: Joseph N Gonzales. Staff Contact Number/Email: joseph.gonzales3@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Joseph Gonzales. Audience: Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. Featured Event: Pop Culture. Additional Info: Join us for some hilarious and action-packed holiday movies this season. Popcorn and refreshments will be provided. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Teen Time @ McCreless

McCreless Come hang out, create art, play games, and make friends! This is your program so bring your ideas, we’d love to hear them! (Ages: 13-18). Branch Location: McCreless Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Sarina Hackworth. Staff Contact Number/Email: sarina.hackworth@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Lego Lounge

Pruitt Join us for Lego challenges and free builds! Recommended for ages 7-12. Branch Location: Pruitt Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Celeste Roberts. Staff Contact Number/Email: rachel.roberts@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.

Rotten Tomatoes Best Movies of All Time

Westfall Join us monthly to watch one of Rotten Tomatoes Best Movies of All Time! January – 12 Angry Men (Not Rated) 1 h 36 m March – Little Women (PG) 2h 15 m April – The Philadelphia Story (Not Rated) 1 h 52 m May – Moana (PG) 1 h 43 m June – Saving Private Ryan (R) 2 h 49 m July – Star Trek (PG-13) 2 h 7 m August – Mad Max, Fury Road (R) 2 h September – Coco (PG) 1 h 45 m October – Alien (R) 1 h 57 m November – Knives Out (PG-13) 2 h 11 m December – Die Hard (R) 2 h 11 m. Branch Location: Westfall Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: Machaia McClenny. Staff Contact Number/Email: machaia.mcclenny@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:40 PM.

Teen Time

Parman Teens, come hang out with us. You help decide the activities from week to week - whether it's crafting, gaming, studying, or just hanging out with other teens! Open to teens ages 13-18. Branch Location: Parman Library. Room: Meeting Room A. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Rebecca Hillmann. Staff Contact Number/Email: rebecca.hillmann@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Teen Time @ Encino

Encino Come hang out, create art, play games, snack, and make friends! This is your program so bring your ideas, we'd love to hear them! (Ages: 13-18). Branch Location: Encino Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Mari Carmen Castellano. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9250. Audience: Teens. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Teen Time @ Potranco

Potranco Crafts! Games! Movies! Art! Create! Chill! Teens decide what to do each week! 13–18-year-olds welcome. Branch Location: Potranco Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Sherry Ross. Staff Contact Number/Email: sherry.ross2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

DIY: Felt Ornaments

Schaefer Join us for a fun and creative hands-on activity where you’ll design and sew your own felt ornament! Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike! A variety of materials will be made available including: felt, thread, beads, glue, and paint. Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Adult Services Librarian. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9300. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Space and supplies are limited to 10 people. First come, first served. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.

Teen Time @ Schaefer

Schaefer This program is defined by the teens who attend it, so each week will look different. We could play video or tabletop games, make crafts, watch movies, cook food, eat snacks, or whatever else teens dream of (that can happen in the library). Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Daniela Moreno. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9300. Audience: Teens. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Whoville Winterland

Brook Hollow Come to Brook Hollow Library's Children's Section at 6pm on Tuesday, December 16th for our special Whoville Winterland event with a reading of How the Grinch Stole Christmas, crafts, activities, and a special guest. Branch Location: Brook Hollow Library. Room: Children's Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Catherine Robbins. Staff Contact Number/Email: catherine.robbins@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Family. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Movies at Central

Central Beauty and the Beast, An Enchanted Christmas.......................Forte, a grumpy pipe organ, has threatened to ruin the holiday festivities! But with a little bit of Christmas magic, Belle and her loyal friends deck the halls of the castle, melt the Beast's heart with love and wonder, and give this enchanted tale a holly-jolly ending. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: Bettina Hernandez. Staff Contact Number/Email: bettina.hernandez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Queer Crafternoon

Central Come and play with pastels, knit with nonchalance, delight in doodling! In fact, as long as it gets your creativity flowing, whether it’s sewing or Sudoku, bring your craft of choice and join in. Come chat with fellow crafters or just hang out. We’ll have the option to play a podcast or excerpts from books with queer-centered storylines or queer characters. You can view the listening selections under the “Events” tab at guides.mysapl.org/lgbtq. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Marie Swartz Art Resource Center (2nd floor). Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Michael Dunbar-Rodney. Staff Contact Number/Email: michael.dunbar-rodney@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: LGBTQ+. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

ROMANCE READERS BOOK CLUB - Tuesday Evening Meeting

Igo DECEMBER SELECTION: The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Jenny Bayliss "When it comes to relationships, thirty-four-year-old Kate Turner is ready to say "Bah, humbug." The sleepy town of Blexford, England, isn't exactly brimming with prospects, and anyway, Kate's found fulfillment in her career as a designer, and in her delicious side job baking for her old friend Matt's neighborhood café. But then her best friend signs her up for a dating agency that promises to help singles find love before the holidays. Twenty-three days until Christmas. Twelve dates with twelve different men. The odds must finally be in her favor... right? Yet with each new date more disastrous than the one before--and the whole town keeping tabs on her misadventures--Kate must remind herself that sometimes love, like mistletoe, shows up where it's least expected. And maybe, just maybe, it's been right under her nose all along..."—. Branch Location: Igo Library. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Russelyn Henson-Meyer. Staff Contact Number/Email: russelyn.hensonmeyer@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: The Romance Readers Book Club offers 2 meeting opportunities each month - 3rd Saturday from 2-4 PM or the 3rd Tuesday from 6-7:45 PM at John Igo Branch Library. Join us to share and discuss books from various romance genre. To receive emails for RRBC, please contact russelyn.hensonmeyer@sanantonio.gov. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. For more info visit mysapl.bibliocommons.com.

Adult Craft Club

Teen Time at Maverick

Maverick What is Teen Time at Maverick? It's YOUR time, YOU choose what YOU want to do!!! It’s also: a GREAT place to hang with your friends; a GREAT place to meet new people; a GREAT place to play tabletop or video games, make a craft or whatever! Branch Location: Maverick Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Mary Lou Bleichwehl. Staff Contact Number/Email: mary.bleichwehl@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teens aged 13 to 18 ONLY! Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM.

Mission Movie Club: Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992)

Mission Come and cozy up with a family fun holiday movie and popcorn! We will be screening Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. In this sequel, Kevin McCallister is separated from his family once again. Instead of vacationing with his family in Florida, he takes the wrong flight and ends up alone in the big city of New York. Now let the adventures begin! Branch Location: Mission Library. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: Jessica Viera. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-2704. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Family. Additional Info: Movie Rating: PG, Duration: 2 hours. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Tween Gaming

Semmes Exclusively for nine to twelve year olds. Did the Minecraft movie get you excited to join a multiplayer world? Do you consider yourself an Uno master? Are you looking for a chance to hang out with other kids your age and just have fun? Join us for Tween Gaming! No registration required. Branch Location: Semmes Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Ren Ford. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9117. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Crime & Crochet

Encino Love to crochet? Love true crime? Bring in your current project and join us as we gather to listen to true crime podcasts while we crochet together! *AGES 18+*. Branch Location: Encino Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Caitlin Leonard. Staff Contact Number/Email: caitlin.leonard@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Holiday Gift Wrapping

Vacancy to Vitality: Exploring Housing Futures along San Antonio’s Transit Corridors

CANCELLED - Corazon's Mobile Medical Unit

Central 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. 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. All Ages. Additional Info: They will be located outside in the breezeway between the parking garage and the library. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. For more info visit corazonsa.org.

English Conversations (ESL)

Central This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills. Branch Location: Central Library. 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. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Getting Crafty

Cortez Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Whether you're looking for a craft to do with a group, or you want to work on your personal craft, this is the craft class for you! Come join us and make new friends. Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann Paredes. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Getting Crafty every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Cortez! A schedule is posted every month with the crafts we are working on, so drop by and pick one up. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Toddler Story Time!

Guerra Join the Children's Librarian for songs, rhymes, dancing, and stories that are especially for young learners. Designed for children 18 to 36 months, but those through 5-years-old may also enjoy this program. Branch Location: Guerra Library. Room: Barrera Room. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Lopez. Staff Contact Number/Email: linda.lopez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Search & Craft with Learn

Johnston Join us twice a month for this fun and beginner-friendly series where curiosity meets creativity! In each session, you'll learn how to research online using the Internet, uncovering fascinating facts about a new topic. Then, bring your discovery to life with a simple hands-on craft you can take home. Perfect for anyone new to online research-or just looking for a playful way to learn something new! Branch Location: Johnston Library. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Shauna Mendoza. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9249/shauna.mendoza@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Shauna Mendoza. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Meets every 2nd Wednesday & 2nd Saturday of the month with a brand-new topic each time. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Civics for Citizenship

McCreless Join us every Wednesday to study the 100 Civics Questions for the Naturalization test. We will practice vocabulary and pronunciation as we learn essential facts about U.S. history and government. Únanse con nosotros cada miércoles para estudiar las 100 Preguntas de Educación Cívica del examen de Naturalización. Practicaremos vocabulario y pronunciación mientras aprendemos información esencial sobre el gobierno e historia estadounidense. Branch Location: McCreless Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Lodie Mueller. Staff Contact Number/Email: Lodie.Mueller@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Lodie Mueller. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Coffee, Crosswords & Chisme

McCreless Join us while we work our way through puzzles and the latest news and celebrity gossip. Bring your own mug! This program is for Older Adults (60+). Branch Location: McCreless Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Vicky Villalobos. Staff Contact Number/Email: vicky.villalobos@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Older Adults. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Senior Book Club with Thousand Oaks Library

Thousand Oaks Please join us as we talk about this month's title: "The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year" by Ally Carter! This event is for adults 60+ years of age and will be held at the Northeast Senior Center | 4135 Thousand Oaks Dr. 78217 | 210.207.4590. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Thousand Oaks reference desk. E-audiobook copies are available through the Libby app with a library card. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Kimberly King. Staff Contact Number/Email: kimberly.king@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Older Adults. Additional Info: Summary: Meet Maggie Chase and Ethan Wyatt. She's the new queen of the cozy mystery. He's Mr. Big-Time thriller guy. But when they both accept a cryptic invitation to attend a Christmas house party at the English estate of a reclusive fan, neither is expecting their host to be the most powerful author in the world...That night, the weather turns, and the next morning Eleanor is gone. She vanished from a locked room, and Maggie has to wonder: Is Eleanor in danger? Or is it all some kind of test? Is Ethan th… Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Northeast Senior Center, 4135 Thousand Oaks Dr. 78217. For more info visit mysapl.bibliocommons.com.

Outdoor Family Story Time

Schaefer Let's share stories, songs, rhymes and more at an interactive program for children 5 and younger. We'll meet on the playground. Stay for play time after the program. Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: In the event of extreme weather or rain, we will meet inside the library. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:10 AM – 11:00 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Igo Toddlers actively participate in stories, music and movement to enhance their social, emotional, and language development. Followed by child-led free play. Recommended for children ages 18 months - 36 months and their caregivers. Branch Location: Igo Library. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Mandy Johnson. Staff Contact Number/Email: mandy.johnson@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM.

Smartphone Basics

Westfall Master your smartphone essentials! Learn navigation, apps, security, and more in our Basics Class. Branch Location: Westfall Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Louis Medellin. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-2602 / Louis.medellin@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Louis Medellin. Audience: Older Adults. Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM.

Family Story Time at Parman

Parman Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, and rhymes that encourage the development of early literacy and social skills in young children (ages 0-5). Open play time after. Space is limited. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program. Branch Location: Parman Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Teague Shosh. Staff Contact Number/Email: teague.shosh@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Miss Teague. Audience: Kids. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM.

Family Story Time

Central Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Preschool Play and Learn

Great Northwest Branch Location: Great Northwest Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Stephanie Vazquez. Staff Contact Number/Email: stephanie.vazquez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 years old and their grownups come play and explore early literacy at their own pace. Several stations will be available for discovery and learning. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Basics of Loom Knitting

Memorial Learn the basics of yarn knitting on hand-held looms of different shapes and sizes. All materials are provided for in-class use. Branch Location: Memorial Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Lupe Pinales. Staff Contact Number/Email: guadalupe.pinales@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Lupe Pinales. Audience: Adults. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Family Story Time

Memorial Branch Location: Memorial Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Fulmer. Staff Contact Number/Email: melissa.fulmer@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: Come join us while we sing songs, play games, and read an interactive story. Stay for crafts and play after our story time. Please ask for a sensory tool backpack if needed. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Preschool Story Time

Semmes Branch Location: Semmes Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Randi Jones or Valerie Carroll. Staff Contact Number/Email: randi.jones@sanantonio.gov or valerie.carroll@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Randi Jones or Valerie Carroll. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Preschoolers will experience stories, songs, and rhymes enhancing their social, emotional, and language development. Followed by child-led free play. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Baby Story Time

Encino Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme and repetition, followed by play time. Babies up to 18 months. Branch Location: Encino Library. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Caitlin Leonard. Staff Contact Number/Email: caitlin.leonard@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Family Story Time

Pan American Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5. Branch Location: Pan American Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Rachel Forbes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rachel.Forbes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Maximize Your Financial Growth, Minimize Your Worries- with Credit Human

Schaefer Drop in and connect with a Credit Human member services representative to ask questions and seek advice about banking basics such as: budgeting, spending plans, financial goal setting, credit and loan education, and fraud and security. Sessions will be 1 on 1 and private. Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Adult Services Librarian. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9300. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: You do not need to be a member of Credit Human to access this service. The 1:1 sessions will be held on a first come, first served basis. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

Family Story Time at Parman

Chair Yoga

Cortez Add some mindful movement to your day with Chair Yoga! Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Sarah Vasquez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Sarah.Vasquez2@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Sarah Vasquez. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Tai Chi (For Beginners & Experts!)

Thousand Oaks Tai Chi is a slow-moving, mind-body exercise that can be practiced by anyone, anywhere. It improves breathing and balance, increases strength, and decreases stress. Join us for classes taught by certified instructor Debra Cox whose practiced tai chi for over 20 years! Branch Location: Thousand Oaks Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Brooke Mjolsness. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.9190 / brooke.mjolsness@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Debra Cox. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Classes are limited to the first 15 attendees to arrive. Comfortable clothing is recommended. No special equipment required. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM.

Hand Bee

Encino Bring your project - whether it be embroidery, crochet, knitting, quilting, or what have you and enjoy some comraderie with fellow crafters! Beginners are welcome! Branch Location: Encino Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Ann Laird. Staff Contact Number/Email: ann.laird@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM.

PATH Info Table

Central 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. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Moser. Staff Contact Number/Email: melissa.moser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Baby Story Time

Forest Hills Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme and repetition. Recommended for babies up to 18 month. Branch Location: Forest Hills Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Ana Menchaca. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ana.Menchaca@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM.

Creative Writing for Seniors

Great Northwest Interested in writing? Come and join our older adult writing group, where a gathering of beginner, intermediate, and long-term writers meet to practice, listen, and encourage one another in telling stories through memoir, flash story or poetry. Meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month with exception of closures and holidays. This program is intended for those 55+. Branch Location: Great Northwest Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Christina Montero. Staff Contact Number/Email: christina.montero2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Older Adults. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.

Junk Journaling Workshop for Beginners

Memorial We will guide you through upcycling materials to create a personalized journal. This program is perfect for those who love to create. Materials Provided. Branch Location: Memorial Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Fulmer. Staff Contact Number/Email: melissa.fulmer@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Lupe Pinales & Melissa Fulmer. Audience: Adults. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Seasons Sweets

Central Join us for a delightful celebration of the season! Bring your creativity and holiday cheer as we decorate delicious cookies together. Whether you're a sprinkle enthusiast or a frosting artist, there's fun (and sugar!) for everyone. Free supplies while they last. Registration required--scan the QR code or visit mysapl.org/events. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Patricia Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-2500. Presenter/Instructor: Josh Yurchensen. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Come share in the holiday fun of decorating cookies with us. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Diabetes Prevention Program

Schaefer By adopting healthy habits, you can reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes by nearly 60%! We’ll show you how. This FREE program offers a helpful setting where participants work together in a small group to learn about healthier eating and more physical activity to help lower their risk of developing diabetes. The program, which is led by a trained Lifestyle Coach in a classroom setting, is delivered over 12-months, beginning with 16 weekly sessions followed by 6 bi-weekly & 3 monthly sessions. Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Dacari. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9300. Presenter/Instructor: Valarie Richardson, SA Metro Health Lifestyle Coach. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: It is beneficial to attend as many classes as possible, but if you're unable to make all of them/attend consistently don't let that stop you from dropping in to learn. For any questions, please reach out to Valarie Richardson with Metro Health at 210-207-8802, valarie.richardson@sanantonio.gov. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Let's Create

Brook Hollow Branch Location: Brook Hollow Library. Room: Children's Library. Event Type(s): Come & Go Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Catherine Robbins. Staff Contact Number/Email: catherine.robbins@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Festivus--A holiday about nothing

Cody If you’re a Seinfeld fan then join us as we engage in snacks, quotes, trivia, a Seinfeld themed craft, and a non bootleg episode of The Strike featuring Festivus! This is a free event, open to adults ages 18 and up. Crafting materials will be provided, while supplies last. Disclaimer: Feats of Strength will not be encouraged. Branch Location: Cody Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Angela Olivarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: angela.olivarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Angela Olivarez. Audience: Adults. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

Let's Build: LEGO and More!

Las Palmas Join us for an afternoon of engineering! Build with LEGO bricks or other materials provided by the library. Recommended for school-aged children since some pieces are very small. Branch Location: Las Palmas Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Marcella Ovalle-Sanchez. Staff Contact Number/Email: marcella.ovalle@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

Let's Create!

Encino Imagine it, then create it! The library will provide a variety of materials and loose parts for children to create, repurpose, build, or take apart. Each month will feature a unique material thrown in to experiment with! Recommended for ages 6-12. Branch Location: Encino Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Caitlin Leonard. Staff Contact Number/Email: caitlin.leonard@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Lego Time

Cortez Build! Play! Create! Join in the fun of LEGO Club! A variety of brick sizes are available, from small bricks to DUPLO. Please note that all LEGO and DUPLO creations stay at the library. Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Let's Build: Lego Time!

Guerra Build! Play! Create! Take on one of our building challenges or create anything you want. *Please note that all LEGO and DUPLO creations stay at the library. *Designed for children ages 5 to 12 years-old. Branch Location: Guerra Library. Room: Barrera Room. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Linda Lopez. Staff Contact Number/Email: linda.lopez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

TeenTRPG

Igo Grab your adventuring party, and let's go on a quest! For 3 hours, teens (13-19) can come play D&D and other TTRPGs with other interested teens. Newcomers and experienced players are welcome, and supplies will be provided. Also, there will be snacks! Whoo! Branch Location: Igo Library. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Esperanza Meekins. Staff Contact Number/Email: esperanza.meekins2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: This program is for teens 13-19 only! Open to established groups as well as teen players/GMs looking for groups. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Let's Build: Lego Time

Johnston Build. Play. Create. Join in the fun of LEGO Time. Small bricks and pieces are used but DUPLO bricks are available for younger children. Designed for children ages 5 to 12 years old. Please note that all LEGO and DUPLO creations stay at the library. A parent or guardian must be present. Branch Location: Johnston Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Jacqueline Gonzales. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9240/jacqueline.gonzales@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Tween Time

Pan American The possibilities are endless! Come and join us for some fun activities and hang out with other kids! Some of the activities may be messy. Branch Location: Pan American Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Rachel Forbes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rachel.Forbes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Let's Build: LEGO and More

Westfall Build something awesome with LEGO, Mana-Tiles, and other building materials! Recommended for school age children. Branch Location: Westfall Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Machaia McClenny. Staff Contact Number/Email: machaia.mcclenny@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Kids Time

Potranco Let's hangout and create! Recommended for kids 5 and older; younger kids need to be accompanied by an adult. Activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. Branch Location: Potranco Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Lisa Leandro. Staff Contact Number/Email: lisa.leandro@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: Let's hangout and create!Recommended for kids 5 and older; younger kids need to be accompanied by an adult.Activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless!Some of the activities may be messy. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Let's Build: Blocks & More

Schaefer Join the fun as we build with Straws and Connectors, Blocks and Magne-Tiles! Use your creativity and imagination in this STEAM-inspired program. Recommended for school-age children. Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Tween Time

Igo Bring your friends and hang out for some interactive fun at the library. No desks. No tests. Just fun! Exclusively for nine-to-twelve-year-olds. Branch Location: Igo Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Mandy Johnson. Staff Contact Number/Email: mandy.johnson@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM.

Jewelry Making for Beginners

Memorial In this ongoing class, learn beginner-level techniques to make jewelry from various materials such as wire, beads, paper, and more! All materials are provided for in-class use. Branch Location: Memorial Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Lupe Pinales. Staff Contact Number/Email: guadalupe.pinales@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Lupe Pinales. Audience: Adults. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

Tween Time

Semmes Exclusively for nine to twelve year olds. Bring your friends and hang out for some interactive fun at the library. No desks. No tests. Just fun! Branch Location: Semmes Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Valerie Carroll. Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.carroll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

Holiday Gift Wrapping

Trading Card Club

Pruitt Come hangout with the Trading Card Club where you can learn and play different trading card games--Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, and Yu-Gi-Oh! Ages 13-18 only. Branch Location: Pruitt Library. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Sarah Phillips. Staff Contact Number/Email: sarah.phillips2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons on Discord

San Antonio Public Library Online A weekly virtual Dungeons & Dragons campaign for teens, hosted on the 210teenlibrary Discord Server. Teens are welcome to join the adventure at any time, no matter their experience level with the game! **For teens (ages 13 to 18) only. For more information on how to join the 210teenlibrary Discord Server, visit: https://guides.mysapl.org/210teenlibrary. Branch Location: Online. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Shannan Prukop. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannan.prukop@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. For more info visit guides.mysapl.org.

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Family Story Time

Guerra Let’s Play and Read! Children and their grownups listen to stories and songs and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Branch Location: Guerra Library. Room: Barrera Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Lopez. Staff Contact Number/Email: linda.lopez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Family Story Time

Johnston Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Child led free play after stories and songs, as well as a simple craft families can do together. Program is aimed for preschool children and their families; however, all ages are welcome. Branch Location: Johnston Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Jacqueline Gonzales. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9240/jacqueline.gonzales@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Wowzitude Livestreamed Worldwide Travel

Johnston Join us for Wowzitude, an exciting series of livestreamed travel experiences designed for culturally curious older adults. Explore 200+ destinations worldwide through interactive walking tours led by passionate local guides, offering an authentic and unscripted glimpse into diverse cultures, landmarks, and hidden gems. Whether you're a travel dreamer or a lifelong learner, these awe-inspiring tours will spark your curiosity and inspire your next adventure, all while connecting you to a vibrant community of fellow explorers in San Antonio and around the world. Branch Location: Johnston Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Shauna Mendoza. Staff Contact Number/Email: shauna.mendoza@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Wowzitude Professional Tour Guide. Audience: Older Adults. Additional Info: Candlelight in the Holy City: Hanukkah’s Fourth Night.On December 20th at 10 am, come to participate in the "Investigating with Learn". This hands-on exploration will prepare you for a live virtual tour of the Holy City, making the experience even more engaging and meaningful. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. For more info visit guides.mysapl.org.

Wowzitude Livestreamed Worldwide Travel

Memorial Join us at San Antonio Public Library locations for Wowzitude, an exciting series of livestreamed travel experiences designed for culturally curious older adults. Explore 200+ destinations worldwide through interactive walking tours led by passionate local guides, offering an authentic and unscripted glimpse into diverse cultures, landmarks, and hidden gems. Whether you're a travel dreamer or a lifelong learner, these awe-inspiring tours will spark your curiosity and inspire your next adventure, all while connecting you to a vibrant community of fellow explorers in San Antonio and around the world. For this tour, we're exploring Jerusalem. Branch Location: Memorial Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Freddy Hudson. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9140. Audience: Older Adults. Additional Info: These virtual tours are held at Memorial Library on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month at 10 am. For information about tour destinations, please visit: https://guides.mysapl.org/olderadults/wowzitude. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Toddler Story Time

Semmes Branch Location: Semmes Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Randi Jones. Staff Contact Number/Email: randi.jones@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Randi Jones. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Toddlers actively participate in stories, music and movement to enhance their social, emotional and language development. Followed by child-led free play. Recommended for children ages 18 months-3 years and their caregivers. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:50 AM.

Wowzitude Livestreamed Worldwide Travel

Thousand Oaks Candlelight in the Holy City: Hanukkah’s Fourth Night Join us for Wowzitude, an exciting series of livestreamed travel experiences designed for culturally curious older adults. Explore 200+ destinations worldwide through interactive walking tours led by passionate local guides, offering an authentic and unscripted glimpse into diverse cultures, landmarks, and hidden gems. Whether you're a travel dreamer or a lifelong learner, these awe-inspiring tours will spark your curiosity and inspire your next adventure, all while connecting you to a vibrant community of fellow explorers in San Antonio and around the world. Branch Location: Thousand Oaks Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Brooke Mjolsness. Staff Contact Number/Email: brooke.mjolsness@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Wowzitude Professional Tour Guide. Audience: Older Adults. Additional Info: The target audience for this program series is adults 50+ years. While this program normally takes place on the last Thursdays of the month, December's session has been changed due to Libraries being closed for the Winter holiday. For information about tour destinations, please visit: https://guides.mysapl.org/olderadults/wowzitude. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Wowzitude Livestreamed Worldwide Travel

Potranco Join us at San Antonio Public Library locations for Wowzitude, an exciting series of livestreamed travel experiences designed for culturally curious older adults. Explore 200+ destinations worldwide through interactive walking tours led by passionate local guides, offering an authentic and unscripted glimpse into diverse cultures, landmarks, and hidden gems. Whether you're a travel dreamer or a lifelong learner, these awe-inspiring tours will spark your curiosity and inspire your next adventure, all while connecting you to a vibrant community of fellow explorers in San Antonio and around the world. Branch Location: Potranco Library. Event Type(s): Presentation & Lecture. Staff Contact Name: Dawn Zeig. Staff Contact Number/Email: dawn.zeig@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Older Adults. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Family Storytime

Brook Hollow Branch Location: Brook Hollow Library. Room: Children's Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Catherine Robbins. Staff Contact Number/Email: catherine.robbins@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM.

Baby Story Time

Igo Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme, and repetition. Babies up to 18 months. Branch Location: Igo Library. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Mandy Johnson. Staff Contact Number/Email: mandy.johnson@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM.

Special Needs Adult Programming

Pan American This once-a-month program features a story, craft, and snack for adults with special needs. If you know or are a special needs adult who might enjoy this program, please call the Pan American branch during regular branch hours at 210.207.9150 to reserve your craft. Branch Location: Pan American Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Paula Opiela. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9150 / paula.opiela@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Older Adults. Adults. Additional Info: Companions are welcome to accompany special needs adults! Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM.

Baby Time

Mission Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme and repetition. Recommended for babies up to 18 months. Branch Location: Mission Library. Room: Meeting Room South. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Jane Miller. Staff Contact Number/Email: jane.miller@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: staff. Audience: Kids. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM.

Let's Play! Toddlers

Central 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. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Toddler Play and Learn

Great Northwest Branch Location: Great Northwest Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Stephanie Vazquez. Staff Contact Number/Email: stephanie.vazquez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: Toddlers 18mo - 3 years old and their grownups come play and explore early literacy at their own pace. Several stations will be available for discovery and learning. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Preschool Story Time

Tobin Preschoolers enjoy stories and songs that develop early literacy skills and foster curiosity. Recommended for three- to five-year-olds. Branch Location: Tobin Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Lisa Ramirez. Staff Contact Number/Email: lisa.ramirez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Lisa Ramirez. Audience: Kids. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Family Story Time

Encino Children enjoy stories and songs that develop early literacy skills and foster curiosity, followed by play time. Recommended for children 18 months to 5 years old. Branch Location: Encino Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Caitlin Leonard. Staff Contact Number/Email: caitlin.leonard@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Computer Basics

Central This is a one-day orientation to introduce you to the computer classes available at the Learn Center. This orientation gets you prepared for future learning of computers by focusing on mouse and keyboard training in a fun and comfortable learning environment. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Preschool Story Time

Forest Hills Preschoolers enjoy an intimate storytime with songs and movements that develop early literacy skills and foster curiosity and learning. Stay for a craft and playtime afterwards. Please ask for a sensory backpack if needed. Recommended for three to five-year-olds. Branch Location: Forest Hills Library. Room: Kids Corner. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Ana Menchaca. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ana.Menchaca@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Baby Story Time

Semmes Branch Location: Semmes Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Randi Jones. Staff Contact Number/Email: randi.jones@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Randi Jones. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme and repetition. Followed by child-led free play. Recommended for babies up to 18 months. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Wowzitude Livestreamed Worldwide Travel

Potranco Join us at San Antonio Public Library locations for Wowzitude, an exciting series of livestreamed travel experiences designed for culturally curious older adults. Explore 200+ destinations worldwide through interactive walking tours led by passionate local guides, offering an authentic and unscripted glimpse into diverse cultures, landmarks, and hidden gems. Whether you're a travel dreamer or a lifelong learner, these awe-inspiring tours will spark your curiosity and inspire your next adventure, all while connecting you to a vibrant community of fellow explorers in San Antonio and around the world. Branch Location: Potranco Library. Event Type(s): Presentation & Lecture. Staff Contact Name: Dawn Zeig. Staff Contact Number/Email: dawn.zeig@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Older Adults. Additional Info: In celebration of the holiday season, we will be viewing the pre-recorded livestreamed tour of Vienna, Austria: Holiday Magic in the Heart of Vienna from Tuesday, December 16th, following our livestreamed tour of Candlelight in the Holy City: Hanukkah’s Fourth Night. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Toddler Time

Mission Toddlers actively participate in stories, music and movement enhancing their social, emotional and language development. Recommended for children ages 18 months-3 years-old and a caregiver. Branch Location: Mission Library. Room: Meeting Room South. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Jane Miller. Staff Contact Number/Email: jane.miller@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: staff. Audience: Kids. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM.

Tai Chi for Older Adults

McCreless Enjoy a series of slow, flowing movements coordinated with deep breathing and mindful focus. Led by Anita Solis Rogers, this class promotes mind and body wellness. Join us as she shares her 17 years of experience with this safe, enjoyable way to stay active and improve quality of life. This class is for older adults at all fitness levels and can be tailored to each individual's comfort level. Branch Location: McCreless Library. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Vicky Villalobos. Staff Contact Number/Email: vicky.villalobos@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Anita Solis Rogers. Audience: Older Adults. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.

The Thursday Maker Club

Cortez Do you love to make stuff? Crochet, cross stitch, draw, etc? Love to talk and eat snacks? Please join us! Bring your own project and socialize with other makers! All are welcome. Ages 55+ encouraged. Please note: This is not an instructional class and supplies are not provided. Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Carroll. Staff Contact Number/Email: melissa.carroll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Older Adults. Adults. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Club de Lectura

Guerra Branch Location: Guerra Library. Room: Barrera Room. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Stephen Jackson. Staff Contact Number/Email: Stephen.Jackson@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Pasamos un tiempo ameno de discusión y encuentro social con café y chocolate. Discutimos en español libros de ficción o biografías. Actualmente se ofrece reunión en persona y por Zoom. El libro de este mes es El ruido de las cosas al caer por Juan Gabriel Vásquez. Normalmente, los libros son disponibles en español e inglés. Para una reunión por Zoom favor de llamar a la biblioteca. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Mystery Book Club

Landa Branch Location: Landa Library. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Robin Alcorta. Staff Contact Number/Email: robin.alcorta@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Robin Alcorta. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: The Landa Mystery Book Club meets at noon on the fourth Thursday of each month (with the exception of November and December when the group meets the third Thursday). Discussions are always lively. Please contact Landa Library to reserve your copy today, 210. 207.9090. 1/23 How To Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin 2/27 The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith 3/27 Long Bright River by Liz Moore 4/24 Defending Jacob by William Landay 5/22 The Body In the Lib… Thursday, December 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Lunchtime Cookbook Club

Memorial Like to cook or bake, or need inspiration to start? Join us for our monthly cookbook club! Each month, we discuss a different cookbook. Bring a dish from the cookbook, share your experience with the recipe, and enjoy the tasty food and savory discussion. To participate, pick a recipe from the cookbook and signup with library staff. Copies of the cookbook are at the front desk or through Libby as an e-book. December's selection: "Magnolia Table" by Joanna Gaines. *The Lunchtime Cookbook Club meets on the third Thursday of each month. While a food dish is not required to participate, it is appreciated by all! Branch Location: Memorial Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Freddy Hudson. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9140. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Family. Additional Info: Please call ahead to confirm cookbook availability. Also, to help reduce waste and lower costs, we encourage you to bring your own reusable items for meals—such as a plate or bowl, cup or water bottle, utensils like a fork and spoon, and a to-go container if you plan to take food with you. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit mysapl.bibliocommons.com.

Qi Gong classes at Parman

Parman We are excited to invite you to join us for Free Qi Gong classes at Parman, presented by Certified Qi Gong and Thai Chi instructor Catalina Gonzalez. Qi Gong an ancient practice known for its health benefits, including stress reduction, improved balance, and enhanced overall well-being. Qi Gong – the grandmother of Tai Chi. Qigong is a much older practice then Tai Chi, nonmartial and easier to perform than its kin. In Chinese medicine, “Qi” means life vital energy. “Gong,” which means cultivating, is the discipline of nurturing vital energy. Join us in exploring these gentle and meditative movements that promote harmony between mind and body. It’s a wonderful opportunity to relax, rejuvenate, and connect with others in our community. We look forward to seeing you at the classes. No prior experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing. Call 2072703 for details. Branch Location: Parman Library. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Barbara Kwiatkowski. Staff Contact Number/Email: Barbara.Kwiatkowski@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Catalina Gonzales. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

DEEP Diabetes Management Workshop

Forest Hills Branch Location: Forest Hills Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Mary Naylor. Staff Contact Number/Email: mary.naylor@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Melissa Gonzales. Audience: Older Adults. Adults. Additional Info: DEEP is a multi-cultural, bilingual diabetes self-management (DSME) curriculum that successfully helps many community participants take control of their diabetes and reduce their risk of complications. Topics covered will include: managing symptoms, exercise for strength and energy, medication use, and working with your doctor. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.

Loom Knitting Basics

Encino Learn a basic stitch on a round or oblong loom to be able to make hats or scarves. You can make for yourself, or create to donate to SAPLs Wall of Warmth initiative to provide warm clothing to those in need. We will provide the looms, hooks, and yarn - or feel free to bring your own! Branch Location: Encino Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Ann Laird. Staff Contact Number/Email: ann.laird@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ann Laird. Audience: Adults. Teens. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.

Family Story Time

Tobin Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Branch Location: Tobin Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Lisa Ramirez. Staff Contact Number/Email: lisa.ramirez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Lisa Ramirez. Audience: Kids. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

MTTC Table Tennis

Third Thursday Book Club

Westfall Jan 16 - Tom Lake by Ann Patchett Feb 20 - Sipsworth by Simon Van Booy Mar 20 - The Piano Teacher by Janice Y.K. Lee April 17 - A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini May 15 - The Grey Wolf by Louise Penny June 19 - The Wind Knows My Name by Isabel Allende July 17 - Chenneville by Paulette Jiles Aug 21 - The Seamstress of Sardinia by Biana Pitzorno Sep 18 - Very Cold People by Sarah Manguso Oct 16 - The Pearl that Broke its Shell by Nadia Hashimi Nov 20 - In the Time of Butterflies by Julia Alvarez Dec 18 - The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna Johnston. Branch Location: Westfall Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Machaia McClenny. Staff Contact Number/Email: machaia.mcclenny@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.

Let's Build: LEGO Time

San Pedro Build, play and create with everybody's favorite blocks. If you like, the library will display your design for the next week for others to enjoy. Parents can create something too. Designed for children ages 5 to 12 years old. Small bricks and pieces are used but larger bricks are available for younger children. Branch Location: San Pedro Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Karen Braeuler. Staff Contact Number/Email: karen.braeuler@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Read to a Dog

Tobin Children can practice their developing literacy skills by reading aloud individually to a therapy dog, which will be accompanied by the animal handler. Readers 5 and up are welcome on a first-come first served basis. Branch Location: Tobin Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Lisa Ramirez. Staff Contact Number/Email: lisa.ramirez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Lisa Ramirez. Audience: Kids. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Scrapbook, Junk Journal, & Collage Club

Cody Branch Location: Cody Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Frost. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.frost@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Teens. Additional Info: We got a huge donation of scrapbooking materials, you know what that means....Scrapbooking at the library!!Come one, come all to scrap book with us! Bring your photos and your book and we provide the rest! We have plenty of scrapbook paper, stickers, washi tape, stamps, and more!Use our materials or bring your own and have time set aside just for chatting and crafting! Make a scrapbook, a collage, whatever your want! The only limit is your imagination.Make a book for yourself, make one for your loved ones,… Thursday, December 18, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

Bookworms & Moviebugs

Igo From weathered pages to glowing screens, it's up to you to answer to the age-old question: Is the book always better than the movie? Join fellow Bookworms and Moviebugs as we delve into what makes each medium uniquely captivating and wonderfully complementary. Branch Location: Igo Library. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Esperanza Meekins. Staff Contact Number/Email: esperanza.meekins2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Each month, you can read the featured book, watch the corresponding movie, or enjoy both. Then we'll gather on the last available Thursday of the month for a lively discussion. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

Let's Move! Yoga for Kids (Ages 3-5)

Encino Bring your littles ages 3-5 to learn yoga moves and practices in a short format tailored just for their ages. Class will start promptly at 3:30 PM and will end at 3:50 PM. If you have older kids, their session will start at 4:00 PM. Branch Location: Encino Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Caitlin Leonard. Staff Contact Number/Email: caitlin.leonard@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 3:30 PM – 3:50 PM.

Red and Green and Blue and White

Central Join us for this reading and discussion. This book is inspired by the true story of a community that banded together to spread light during the holiday season, after a Jewish family’s window was smashed in the middle of the night. We will also do an art activity that encourages spreading light to our community. Recommended for ages 6-12. This program is in partnership with Jewish Federation of San Antonio, Jewish Community Relations Council, and PJ Library. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Little Gardeners

Cortez Can you dig it? Springtime isn't the only time you can put those seeds in the ground! Join us once a month to plant seeds in San Antonio, and tell us how your seed is doing since we last saw it! Intended for ages 12 and under, children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: linda.childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Featured Event: Nature. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Let's Create: Craft Time

Johnston Calling all crafters! Get ready to be creative. Join the fun every Thursday by coming in to create something uniquely you. Materials to be provided by the library. Be sure to dress accordingly, as things could get messy. Designed for children ages 6 to 12 years-old, but younger siblings and family are welcome. A parent or guardian must be present. Branch Location: Johnston Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jacqueline Gonzales. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9240/jacqueline.gonzales@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Diamond Painting Club

Pan American Join us for a relaxing and fun time making diamond art! Diamond painting kits will be provided while supplies last. No previous experience needed. All ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Branch Location: Pan American Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Gladys Nunez. Staff Contact Number/Email: gladys.nunez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: All Ages. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.

Chess Time

Semmes How about a nice game of chess? Come and enjoy a few rounds of chess in a completely relaxed atmosphere. Hone your skills and try out new strategies. Whether you are newly interested in the game and learning or an advanced level player, all are welcomed to come and play. Branch Location: Semmes Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Jorge Chavez. Staff Contact Number/Email: jorge.chavez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Tween Time

Parman Tweens will help decide what activities are offered each week. Come play games, talk books, create art, and hang out with other kids ages nine to twelve years old. Bring your friends and hang out for some fun! Ages 9-12 only! Branch Location: Parman Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Teague Shosh. Staff Contact Number/Email: teague.shosh@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Let's Move! Yoga for Kids (Ages 6-10)

Encino Bring your elementary kids ages 6-10 to learn yoga moves and practices in a short format tailored just for their ages. Class will start promptly at 4:00 PM and will end at 4:30 PM. If you have younger kids, their session will start at 3:30 PM. Branch Location: Encino Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Caitlin Leonard. Staff Contact Number/Email: caitlin.leonard@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM.

Holiday Loteria for Older Adults

Collins Garden Come and enjoy a game of Holiday Lotería with super-sized bingo cards and chips! Token holiday themed prizes will be awarded to each game winner. Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Texana/Genealogy staff. Audience: Older Adults. Featured Event: Texana/Genealogy. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

Tween Time

Great Northwest Come join us for some fun activities and hang out with other kids! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Branch Location: Great Northwest Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Raquel Reyes. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9210. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: The possibilities are endless! Thursday, December 18, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

Tween Time

Memorial Branch Location: Memorial Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Fulmer. Staff Contact Number/Email: melissa.fulmer@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Calling all children ages 8-12 years old! Come hang out with other tweens. We will watch movies, play games, create art, talk about books, and plan other fun activities. Please ask for a sensory tool backpack if needed. Children ages 8-12 years old only, please! Thursday, December 18, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

Advanced Chess for Kids

Westfall Branch Location: Westfall Library. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Monty Holcomb. Staff Contact Number/Email: monty.holcomb@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Monty Holcomb. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Are you a kid who knows how the pieces move, but you are not really sure about the best strategies for how to win? School age children who already know how the pieces move are welcome to join us for an opportunity to begin learning much more about the game. Chess sets will be provided for the program. Parents are also welcome to be present as either participants or observers. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

Reading Rainbow Watch Party!

Carver We will have chairs but recommend bringing picnic blankets and/or small pillows if you and your child wish to sit on the floor of the gym during the show! All ages are welcome at this event! Branch Location: Carver Library. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: Amber McGinnis. Staff Contact Number/Email: amber.mcginnis@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Carver Library. Audience: All Ages. Additional Info: Come watch the new Reading Rainbow series with us at the Denver Heights Community Center! We will be hosting the watch party inside the gymnasium. The location is on 300 Porter St. San Antonio, TX 78205. We are so excited to see you and hope you can join us in watching the series new host Mychal Threets! We will also have some tables set up with arts and crafts in theme with the series! Thursday, December 18, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Holiday Gift Wrapping

Tabletop Thursday

Pruitt Enjoy playing both competitive and/or collaborative tabletop games with other teens. For teens ages 13-18 only! Branch Location: Pruitt Library. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Sarah Phillips. Staff Contact Number/Email: sarah.phillips2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.

Teen Random Fandom on Discord

San Antonio Public Library Online For any teen who wants to chat about their favorite fandoms and pop culture. Join us on the 210teenlibrary Discord Server to geek out about anime, movies, TV shows, comics, gaming, and more! **For teens (ages 13 to 18) only. For more information on how to join the 210teenlibrary Discord Server, visit: https://guides.mysapl.org/210teenlibrary. Branch Location: Online. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Connie Hejl. Staff Contact Number/Email: connie.hejl@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. For more info visit guides.mysapl.org.