Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
Tween Time
The possibilities are endless!
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: 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, May 20, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Teen Tuesday: Street Food Snack Time!
Boba Tea's back! Make yourself a cup--bubble straw included. Then cook a Korean-style corn dog to go along with it.
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Join in--or not! Feel free to use all areas of Teen Library: the studio, the Switch, the VR, the MACs. You choose.
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(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: regina.almanza@sanantonio.gov/207-2678. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Please note: this is a teens 13-18 only event.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 4:15 PM – 6:10 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Every Picture Tells a Story Opening Reception
Please join us for the opening reception for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Celebration. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Habla Conmigo
Join us in English / Spanish conversation. All levels are welcome! Each program we will cover five words and five phrases to learn and work with in a relaxed environment. All done in a fun and practical way! Unase a nosotros en coversacion guiada en espanol / ingles. Todos los niveles son benvenidos ! En cada programa cubriremos cinco palabras y cinco frases para aprender y trabajar en un ambiente relajado. Todo hecho de forma divertida y practica!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Languages. Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo / Patricia Perez. Audience: Adults.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Queer Crafternoon
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: Second Floor. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Michael Dunbar-Rodney. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-2500. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: While the program is open to all, it is designed to be a safe space for members of the queer community.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025.
Family Story Time
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, May 21, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Bilingual Computers y Creative Learning
Acompáñanos cada miércoles,11am-12pm.
Welcome! Come do creative activities to learn computer basics, digital skills, zines, and beyond.
210-207-2574.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Daniel González / Brianna Glass. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniel.gonzalez3@sanantonio.gov / brianna.glass@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Daniel and Brianna. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Thursday, May 22, 2025.
Let's Play! Toddlers
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. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, May 22, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Let's Build: Lego Time
Play! Build! Create! Join us for Lego fun.
Recommended for children ages 6-12 years old.
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, May 22, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, May 23, 2025.
Tech Time
Join us every Friday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about social media and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device.
Every Friday, 3:00 PM
First Floor, Connect Training Room
Acompaña nos todos los viernes para Tech Time. Cada semana cubriremos temas diferente sobre las redes sociales y los dispositivos móviles. Trae tus preguntas, imaginación y tu dispositivo favorito.
Todos los viernes, 3:00 PM
Planta Baja, Connect Training Room
***Registration is required***.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Connect Training Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: denise.cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Friday, May 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Game On!
Come have fun at the library by playing board games or solving puzzles at Central Library. Various board games and puzzle sheets will be provided, so come join us for some fun on the 2nd floor on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every month.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Second Floor. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Sheran Awe. Staff Contact Number/Email: sheran.awejr@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Join us for some fun-filled board games on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every month. We'll be gathering at the tables in front of the information desk on the 2nd floor. Get ready to roll the dice, make strategic moves, and have a great time with friends old and new.
Friday, May 23, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, May 24, 2025.
Recetas y Recuerdos: Kitchen Memories & Heirloom Recipes of San Antonio (Workshop Series & Zine Project)
Session 3 - Transmitting Traditions en la Cocina: Bonnie Cisneros leads a writer’s workshop where the group helps fellow writers to prepare their memory + recipe for publication.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type: Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: Featured guests: Roberto and Anthony Borrego, intergenerational tamaleros of historic Adelita Tamale & Tortilla Factory, who will share family business lore going back over 100 years in San Antonio, and provide samples of their most loved recipes. Plus, explore a selection of traditional and modern Texas-Mexican recipes from UTSA Special Collections archive of over 3,000 Mexican cookbooks and manuscripts!
Attendance at all three sessions is required. Session dates are 4/26, 5/10 & 5/24.
Saturday, May 24, 2025, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
StandUp for Kids Info Table
StandUp for Kids is non-profit organization that provides outreach services, housing support, and other resources for homeless and at-risk youth 13-25yrs, within the San Antonio community.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Jordan. Staff Contact Number/Email: jordan.torres@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Adults.
Saturday, May 24, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.standupforkids.org. The Creative Collective Open Mic
Are you a musician, comedian, actor or other type of creative? The Creative Collective is an open mic meets mixer for people like you! Share your artistry and check out the art of others! We provide the amps, electric guitar, bass, keys and mic - you supply the talent. Bring your own instrument if so inclined. JD will be your MC!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD and Belin. Audience: Adults.
Saturday, May 24, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Werk the Stacks Poetry Slam
Calling for you local poets to come spit rhymes and sling stanzas with the San Antonio Public Library. This two round poetry slam has prizes for the top three contestants and great poetry for anyone who cares to come listen. ONLY POETS need to register online. See additional info for rules.
***Registration is required***.
Event Type(s): Plays & Performances. Staff Contact Name: Michael Dunbar-Rodney. Staff Contact Number/Email: michael.dunbar-rodney@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: The poetry slam will be in two rounds. Starting in the first round, each poet will be scored after their performance on a scale from 1-10 by audience members chosen at random prior to the beginning of the event. The scores will be tallied and based on the top scores, half the poets will move on to the second round. You are free to come the day of the slam with prepared poems and if there is a no-show or an empty slot, you may perform.
1. Poets will have a 3 minute time limit on their performance starting…
Saturday, May 24, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Midtown Meetup
801 W Russell Pl
San Antonio, TX 78212.
Memorial Day
All libraries will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.
Monday, May 26, 2025.
All Locations.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, May 27, 2025.
Bharatanatyam: Classical Dance Performance
Bharatanatyam is among the most subtle and sophisticated dance forms in the world. Bharatanatyam dance features classical Indian dance embodying music and storytelling based on a theme. Each of these professional dance performances will be followed by an informal, interactive demonstration and a Q&A.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Plays & Performances. Staff Contact Name: Pannaga Prasad. Staff Contact Number/Email: pannaga.prasad@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Kaveri Natya Yoga Dance Group. Audience: Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month.
Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025.
Bilingual Computers y Creative Learning
Acompáñanos cada miércoles,11am-12pm.
Welcome! Come do creative activities to learn computer basics, digital skills, zines, and beyond.
210-207-2574.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Daniel González / Brianna Glass. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniel.gonzalez3@sanantonio.gov / brianna.glass@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Daniel and Brianna. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Neurospicy Social
Neurospicy SA provides neurodivergent (neurospicy) adults with a place to socialize, play games, draw, and have fun in a comfortable, safe space. Join us to spend quality time with other adults with similar neurodivergent conditions and make lasting friendships within our community!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Cynthia de Leon. Staff Contact Number/Email: cynthia.deleon@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Meredith Marks and Neurospicy SA. Audience: Adults.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, May 30, 2025.
SALSA Veterans Legal Advice Clinic
The Veterans Legal Advice Clinic hosted by the San Antonio Legal Services Association (SALSA) provides limited legal advice and counsel to low-income Veterans on various civil and administrative issues, including housing issues:
Housing issues: Tenant disputes, repairs, or security deposit returns.
Employment concerns: Requests/denials of disability accommodations.
Family matters: Child support, divorce, and custody issues.
Financial problems: Tax disputes, mortgage concerns, or consumer issues.
Criminal record relief: Expunctions and non-disclosures.
Veterans-specific concerns: VA benefits and Military Discharge Upgrade actions.
Please Note: The clinic cannot assist with criminal charges, traffic tickets, personal injury cases, or workers’ compensation claims.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Jordan Torres. Staff Contact Number/Email: jordan.torres@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults.
Friday, May 30, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit www.sa-lsa.org. Tech Time
Join us every Friday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about social media and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device.
Every Friday, 3:00 PM
First Floor, Connect Training Room
Acompaña nos todos los viernes para Tech Time. Cada semana cubriremos temas diferente sobre las redes sociales y los dispositivos móviles. Trae tus preguntas, imaginación y tu dispositivo favorito.
Todos los viernes, 3:00 PM
Planta Baja, Connect Training Room
***Registration is required***.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Connect Training Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: denise.cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Friday, May 30, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, May 31, 2025.
Central's 30th Anniversary & Summer Kickoff
San Antonio’s iconic Central Library (600 Soledad) is 30 years old! Join us on May 31 to celebrate three decades of the beloved Enchilada. This fun family event is free and open the public.
The event will feature a speaking ceremony with Mayor Ron Nirenberg, City Manager Erik Walsh, Library Board Chair Juspreet Kaur, and Library Director Sukrit Goswami at 10:30 a.m. Following the ceremony, enjoy a day of family-friendly activities, including:
Scavenger Hunt
Explore the Library to collect stamps and win fun prizes.
Community Memory Mural
Write and post your favorite story, memory or love note about Central Library. After the event, these notes will be preserved by the archivists in SAPL’s Texana Department. Feel free to bring pictures or other memorabilia to add to the wall and be permanently archived to commemorate this anniversary.
Please note items contributed to this community mural will not be returned.
Kick Off Summer with SAPL
Learn about the Library’s summer events and activities for…
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Celebration. Staff Contact Name: Scott Williams. Staff Contact Number/Email: scott.williams@sanantonio.gov. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Anniversary. Additional Info: Parking
Free parking is available with validation for up to three hours in the Central Library garage. Validation is available at the Library entrance. Parking over 3 hours is a flat $5 for up to 24 hours.
Central Library History
The construction of Central Library on the site of the former Sears Building was funded by a $28 million dollar bond approved by voters in 1989 and an additional $10 million raised by the Library Foundation.
As the result of an architectural design competition in July…
Saturday, May 31, 2025, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
Zine Lab Monthly: Central's 30th Anniversary
Join us for a special zine lab event to celebrate Central Library's 30th Anniversary! We will be creating and decorating mini pop-up booklets or zines. Templates will be provided so participants can illustrate their library experiences or create their own mini dream libraries. Art supplies will be provided.
No registration required.
Participants are welcome to donate a copy of their zine to be included in our SAPL Zine Collection which is available for public use at Central Library and showcases materials written by, about, and for our community.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Second Floor. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Anniversary.
Saturday, May 31, 2025, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
What Was There Before? San Antonio Yesterday and Today
Join us as professional tour guide Bruce Martin, shows us spectacular downtown San Antonio with its rich history, surprising secrets, scandalous stories, hidden art and architectural treasures.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): History. Staff Contact Name: Sylvia Reyna. Staff Contact Number/Email: Sylvia.Reyna@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bruce Martin. Audience: Older Adults. Featured Event: Texana/Genealogy.
Saturday, May 31, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, June 2, 2025.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
Tween Time
The possibilities are endless!
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: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
Family Story Time
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, June 4, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Bilingual Computers y Creative Learning
Acompáñanos cada miércoles,11am-12pm.
Welcome! Come do creative activities to learn computer basics, digital skills, zines, and beyond.
210-207-2574.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Daniel González / Brianna Glass. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniel.gonzalez3@sanantonio.gov / brianna.glass@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Daniel and Brianna. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Summer with SAPL—Super Spy Training
Are you up to the challenge? Practice your spy skills by trying a variety of fun
physical and mental challenges! Kids will also have the opportunity to create their own
obstacle course and become a super spy! Recommended for kids 5 and older; younger kids need to be accompanied by an adult.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL.
Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Thursday, June 5, 2025.
Let's Play! Toddlers
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. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Let's Build: LEGO Time
Play! Build! Create! Join us for Lego fun.
Recommended for children ages 6-12 years old.
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, June 5, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, June 6, 2025.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Ritual Rhythm: An Experimental Poetry Workshop
***Registration is required***
RITMO RITUAL: UN TALLER DE POESÍA EXPERIMENTAL // RITUAL RHYTHM: AN EXPERIMENTAL POETRY WORKSHOP
What [Diana has] gathered as experience, as knowledge from text is rhythm. Patterns stretched in syllables, in lines, sounds as words — words as sounds. A ritual composing poetry.
Poetry // Poesía is a rhythmic effect // un momento rítmico.
In this workshop we will explore the concept of Rhythm in Poetry and how Ritual emphasizes these Rhythms. We will come to know the emotional impact, enhancing meaning, and connections words-sounds create when we follow, invent & explore mysterious patterns.
We will try to answer questions such as:
“How does repetition emerge and form a rhythmic ritual through the composition of our mind and body?”
“What Rhythm do we create when we write about water?”
“When does Rhythm & Ritual meet within a poem?”
Come and join in a time of exploration & experimentation. This workshop is a two part series, which will include a Tuesday evening performa…
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Diana Lizette Rodriguez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: This workshop is a two part series, which will include a Tuesday evening performance on June 10th, at 5:45pm-7:45pm, to share with others the experiences, process, and final poems of this experiment!
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
The Creative Collective Open Mic
Are you a musician, comedian, actor or other type of creative? The Creative Collective is an open mic meets mixer for people like you! Share your artistry and check out the art of others! We provide the amps, electric guitar, bass, keys and mic - you supply the talent. Bring your own instrument if so inclined. JD will be your MC!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD and Belin. Audience: Adults.
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Every Picture Tells a Story
Please join us for an exhibition of student artworks from across the San Antonio Independent School District, showcasing the unique skills, visions and narratives of their youth.
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: San Antonio Independent School District. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, June 9, 2025.
Tween Time
The possibilities are endless!
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: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Ritual Rhythm: Poetry Performance
Join us for an evening performance where participants will share their experimental poetry workshop experiences, talk about their writing process, and share their final poems!
This is a part two of Ritual Rhythm: An Experimental Poetry Workshop taught by Diana Lizette Rodriguez. People who participated in part one will share their final poems.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Plays & Performances. Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Diana Lizette Rodriguez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: The first part of this program, Ritual Rhythm: An Experimental Poetry Workshop, will take place on Saturday, June 7 from 2-5pm in the Latino Collection & Resource Center. Registration is required for part one of the program on Saturday, June 7.
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 5:45 PM – 7:45 PM.
Rainbow Roots: Counterculture, Gay Liberation, and the Transformation of Urban Space, 1960s-1990s
During the 1960s and 70s, SAC and the surrounding area became the nexus of San Antonio’s counterculture scene. Mod clothing stores, hip cafes, and head shops served the area’s population of free thinkers. Within this milieu, nascent stirrings of gay liberation made their way into the open as queer women and men claimed space along San Pedro and Main streets. The location of gay bars and businesses in this part of Tobin Hill established a pattern of settlement that impacted the area for decades to come.
***Register for Zoom link, see Additional Info for details***.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Event Type(s): History. Staff Contact Name: Michael Dunbar-Rodney. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-2500. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: LGBTQ+. Additional Info: Join the San Antonio Public Library and learn more about our city’s colorful past. Melissa Gohlke, a scholar of San Antonio’s LGBTQIA+ history, will give 4 different virtual presentations on our city's queer past. In October, the library will have a trivia competition that includes questions from the series. You can attend in person or register online for a Zoom link to watch at home.
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Family Story Time
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, June 11, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Bilingual Computers y Creative Learning
Acompáñanos cada miércoles,11am-12pm.
Welcome! Come do creative activities to learn computer basics, digital skills, zines, and beyond.
210-207-2574.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Daniel González / Brianna Glass. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniel.gonzalez3@sanantonio.gov / brianna.glass@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Daniel and Brianna. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Coffee Happy Hour for Veterans
Are you a Veteran who enjoys coffee and a snack? Do you have questions about veteran resources, benefits, or social gatherings? Are you a family member of a veteran using VA education benefits? Visit with SAPL staff and other military affiliate groups who may be able to answer your questions or point you in the right direction. While supplies last!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Arland Schnacker. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-2559. Presenter/Instructor: Arland Schnacker. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Veteran Reps. such as SALSA and IG forum among others will be present. Also veterans will have the opportunity to talk with SAPL's learn reps and also view the Veterans Resource Libguide that was created by veterans who work with SAPL.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit www.mysapl.org. Happy Tails
A live and interactive experience with exotic animals featuring furry, feathered, and even scaly friends. Best for ages 5-12.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Let's Play! Toddlers
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. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Let's Build: LEGO Time
Play! Build! Create! Join us for Lego fun.
Recommended for children ages 6-12 years old.
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, June 12, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Intro to ESL
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
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 & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.
La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, June 13, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Let's Be Proud! Story Time
Come together as we celebrate Pride month with a special Story Time filled with sparkly songs, spectacular stories, and colorful crafts.
Recommended for children and their grownups.
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.
Friday, June 13, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Let's Watch: A Goofy Movie (G)
Join us for our fun family friendly movie!
When Max makes a preposterous promise to a girl, he has a crush on, his chances to fulfilling it seem hopeless when he is dragged onto a cross-country trip with his embarrassing father, Goofy.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Family.
Friday, June 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Transfiguration Opening Reception
Join us for the opening reception of Transfiguration a ceramics exhibit featuring artists: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Celebration. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 2:00 AM – 4:00 AM.
Let's Play at Central Library!
Young children (infants to age eight) and their families are invited to explore loose parts, sensory materials, art supplies and other open-ended items. Stop by any time between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. to play inside the auditorium. Healthy snacks provided while supplies last.
Parking is free for up to 3 hours.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Little Read Wagon. Staff Contact Name: Little Read Wagon. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-2597 or lrwsapl@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Featured Event: Little Read Wagon.
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Explore Opera for Kids!
Explore Opera for Kids! Apprentice artists from Opera San Antonio will demonstrate how characters share their stories through music.
Best for ages 5-12.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL.
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Zine Lab Monthly
Join us for Zine Lab Monthly to learn about zines and the basics of creating your own self-published works! Craft and art supplies will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own
A zine (pronounced ZEEN) is an independently published magazine or booklet. Using provided supplies, folks can create their own artistic mini books to express themselves and tell their own stories.
Participants are welcome to donate a copy of their zine to be included in our SAPL Zine Collection which is available for public use at Central Library and showcases materials written by, about, and for our community.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Marie Swartz Art Resource Center (2nd floor). Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults.
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, June 16, 2025.
Glenda Fikes: Basic Sewing Workshop
***Registration is required***
In this basic sewing class: fabric, needle, thread, buttons, and glue will be provided.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Second Floor. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Sheran Awe Jr. Staff Contact Number/Email: Sheran.AweJr@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Glenda Fikes. Audience: Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. Featured Event: Juneteenth.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Monday Night Movie Roast
Join JD and Manny as they roast some of the worst of what cinema has to offer. This month's feature will be the epic-ish H.G. Wells adaptation Empire of the Ants. Roast along with us!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit www.imdb.com. Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
Tween Time
The possibilities are endless!
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: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Juneteenth Tote Bag Painting
Looking to paint something and a good bag to take home? Come on by to the 2nd Floor Area at Central Library to paint a Tote Bag to take home for the week of Juneteenth. Color Paint will be provided.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Second Floor. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Sheran Awe. Staff Contact Number/Email: sheran.awejr@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Juneteenth. Additional Info: This program is "First Come, First Serve" basis due to limited number of bags.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Queer Crafternoon
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: Second Floor. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Michael Dunbar-Rodney. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-2500. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: While the program is open to all, it is designed to be a safe space for members of the queer community.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025.
Family Story Time
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, June 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Bilingual Computers y Creative Learning
Acompáñanos cada miércoles,11am-12pm.
Welcome! Come do creative activities to learn computer basics, digital skills, zines, and beyond.
210-207-2574.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Daniel González / Brianna Glass. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniel.gonzalez3@sanantonio.gov / brianna.glass@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Daniel and Brianna. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Black Experience Story Showcase
Black Stories are American stories. Join us for a collaborative event to share and celebrate the black experience as we honor Juneteenth in the iconic atrium on the second floor of Central Library. Through this community-driven program we invite Black and African American San Antonians to share their experiences through storytelling, art, dance, song, or other forms of expression. A microphone, electric piano, electric guitar, bass and amplifiers will be provided. Join us to share your talent and history or stop by to support the community for Juneteenth.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Plays & Performances. Staff Contact Name: Amber McGinnis. Staff Contact Number/Email: Amber.Mcginnis@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: 2. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Juneteenth. Additional Info: A microphone, electric piano, electric guitar, bass and amplifiers will be provided.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Juneteenth
All libraries will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.
Thursday, June 19, 2025.
All Locations.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, June 20, 2025.
Intro to ESL
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
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 & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.
La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Juneteenth Jazz Band
Join us for a 2-hour performance by San Antonio musicians, performing jazz tunes and celebrating Juneteenth with the sound of music! Swing by or linger for a song or two, whatever your style. We are happy to have you!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Music & Dance. Staff Contact Name: Amber McGinnis. Staff Contact Number/Email: Amber.Mcginnis@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: 2. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Juneteenth.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, June 21, 2025.
The Bizarre Bazaar
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Presentation & Lecture. Staff Contact Name: Connie Hejl. Staff Contact Number/Email: connie.hejl@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Arts & Culture. Additional Info: Step into a world of mystery, wonder, and the unknown! Join us at The Bizarre Bazaar—an extraordinary event that brings together experts from the realms of the paranormal, mysticism, and unidentified flying objects. There will be a tarot workshop, tarot readings, ghost hunters, UFO enthusiasts, a lucky hex bag craft and more. Whether you’re a seeker of answers or simply intrigued by the unusual, there’s something for everyone!
Saturday, June 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Spellbound Book Club
Venture into the enthralling realm of paranormal romance literature with the Spellbound Book Club. From vampires to witches, werewolves to ghosts, this club provides an engaging platform for enthusiasts to share their thoughts and insights on these enchanting tales.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Conference Room 2.1. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Kristin Gutierrez. Staff Contact Number/Email: kristin.gutierrez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Content suitable for 18 and older.
We will be meeting to discuss "Once Burned" by Jeaniene Frost.
Saturday, June 21, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
The Creative Collective Open Mic
Are you a musician, comedian, actor or other type of creative? The Creative Collective is an open mic meets mixer for people like you! Share your artistry and check out the art of others! We provide the amps, electric guitar, bass, keys and mic - you supply the talent. Bring your own instrument if so inclined. JD will be your MC!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD and Belin. Audience: Adults.
Saturday, June 21, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Discover Indian Music & Culture with Musical Bridges Around the World
Experience live Indian music, sari (traditional Indian garment) wrapping demonstrations, and engaging crafts where you can decorate paper dolls in traditional Indian attire, including saris, kurtas, and jutti shoes. For all ages.
This event at San Antonio Public Library is in partnership with Musical Bridges Around the World (MBAW), a nonprofit arts and social impact organization with the mission to provide access to global arts for all. MBAW thanks VT Seva - San Antonio Branch, for their partnership in providing the sari wrapping demonstration.
Best for ages 5 and up.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL.
Saturday, June 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, June 23, 2025.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
Tween Time
The possibilities are endless!
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: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
Family Story Time
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, June 25, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Bilingual Computers y Creative Learning
Acompáñanos cada miércoles,11am-12pm.
Welcome! Come do creative activities to learn computer basics, digital skills, zines, and beyond.
210-207-2574.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Daniel González / Brianna Glass. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniel.gonzalez3@sanantonio.gov / brianna.glass@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Daniel and Brianna. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Fizzy Eruptions
Let's get messy! Come play with us as we experiment with baking soda and vinegar to make fizzy eruptions!
Recommended for kids 5 and older.
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. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Event Type(s): Board of Trustees. Staff Contact Name: Edward Mayberry. Staff Contact Number/Email: edward.mayberry@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Additional Info: Agenda will be posted on the City's Agenda Website: sanantonio.primegov.com/public/portal?fromiframe=1
A livestream of the San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees meeting is available via YouTube at
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyrVYLnCuHlISd9ljMqzFWw/live.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Thursday, June 26, 2025.
Let's Play! Toddlers
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. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Let's Build: LEGO Time
Play! Build! Create! Join us for Lego fun.
Recommended for children ages 6-12 years old.
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, June 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, June 27, 2025.
Intro to ESL
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
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 & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.
La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Let's Watch: Harold and the Purple Crayon (PG)
Join us for our fun family friendly movie!
Inside of his book, adventurous Harold can make anything come to life simply by drawing it. After he grows up and draws himself off the book's pages and into the physical world, Harold finds he has a lot to learn about real life.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Family.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Explore Vegetarian Dishes: Make Mango Shake, Lassi, Veggie Salad with Yogurt
Learn how to prepare these healthy dishes and discover the nutritional value of Mango and veggie salad using yogurt. Samples will be included in this live demonstration and printed instructions will be provided. Don't miss out on tasting Mango shake/lassi and veggie salad!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Pannaga Prasad. Staff Contact Number/Email: pannaga.prasad@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, June 28, 2025.
Moonlight - Film Screening
This Pride Month, join us at Central for a screening of the Academy Award winning film Moonlight (2016) directed by Barry Jenkins.
Rating: R
Duration: 111 minutes
MOONLIGHT is the tender, heartbreaking story of a young man’s struggle to find himself, told across three defining chapters in his life as he experiences the ecstasy, pain, and beauty of falling in love, while grappling with his own sexuality. Starring Mahershala Ali, Shariff Earp, Alex Hibbert, Ashton Sanders, Trevante Rhodes, and Janelle Monae.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: LGBTQ+.
Saturday, June 28, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Through The Stacks Book Club
Join us for our first meeting! This month our genre is Romantasy, and we are reading "Fourth Wing" by Rebecca Yarros. Violet Sorrengail was supposed to enter the Scribe Quadrant, living a quiet life among books and history. Now, the commanding general has ordered Violet to join the hundreds of candidates striving to become the elite of Navarre: dragon riders.
We will meet June 28, 2025, from 2:00 - 3:30PM to discuss.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Marie Swartz Art Resource Center (2nd floor). Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Moser and Belin Flores. Staff Contact Number/Email: melissa.moser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Join us the last Saturday of every month as we read our way through the stacks of the library! Each month we read a book from a different genre and meet to discuss our thoughts with our fellow book lovers. Through The Stacks Book Club is a fun, relaxed space and finishing the book is definitely not required. All adults welcome!
Saturday, June 28, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, June 30, 2025.
Texas America250 Pilot Exhibit
Join us all month long for an exclusive sneak-peek into the Texas America250 Exhibit, created by TSLAC. The San Antonio Public Library is honored to present a pilot version of this exhibit in our Texana Genealogy Department throughout the month of July 2025.So, stop on by and read about Texas' historical highlights and important documents that were created along the way.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Texana/Genealogy. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Amber McGinnis. Staff Contact Number/Email: amber.mcginnis@sanantonio.gov. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Texana/Genealogy. Additional Info: This is a pilot version of this Exhibit and will be presented in full by the Texas State Library and Archive Commission in July 2026.
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 – Thursday, July 31, 2025.
For more info visit www.tsl.texas.gov. Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
Tween Time
The possibilities are endless!
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: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
Family Story Time
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, July 2, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Bilingual Computers y Creative Learning
Acompáñanos cada miércoles,11am-12pm.
Welcome! Come do creative activities to learn computer basics, digital skills, zines, and beyond.
210-207-2574.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Daniel González / Brianna Glass. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniel.gonzalez3@sanantonio.gov / brianna.glass@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Daniel and Brianna. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Thursday, July 3, 2025.
Let's Play! Toddlers
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. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, July 3, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Let's Build: LEGO Time
Play! Build! Create! Join us for Lego fun.
Recommended for children ages 6-12 years old.
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, July 3, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Independence Day
All libraries will be closed in observance of Independence Day.
Friday, July 4, 2025.
All Locations.
Intro to ESL
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
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 & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.
La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, July 4, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, July 5, 2025.
The Creative Collective Open Mic
Are you a musician, comedian, actor or other type of creative? The Creative Collective is an open mic meets mixer for people like you! Share your artistry and check out the art of others! We provide the amps, electric guitar, bass, keys and mic - you supply the talent. Bring your own instrument if so inclined. JD will be your MC!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD and Belin. Audience: Adults.
Saturday, July 5, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, July 7, 2025.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
Tween Time
The possibilities are endless!
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: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
Family Story Time
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, July 9, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Bilingual Computers y Creative Learning
Acompáñanos cada miércoles,11am-12pm.
Welcome! Come do creative activities to learn computer basics, digital skills, zines, and beyond.
210-207-2574.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Daniel González / Brianna Glass. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniel.gonzalez3@sanantonio.gov / brianna.glass@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Daniel and Brianna. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Thursday, July 10, 2025.
Let's Play! Toddlers
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. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Color Your World / Colorea Su Mundo
Join Storyteller and Songwriter Sue Young for bilingual songs, stories and puppetry in "Color Your World - Colorea Su Mundo.".
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Music & Dance. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, July 11, 2025.
Intro to ESL
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
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 & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.
La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Let's Watch: Dog Man (PG)
Join us for our fun family friendly movie!
Dog Man, half dog and half man, he is sworn to protect and serve as he doggedly pursues the feline supervillain Petey the Cat.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Family.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, July 12, 2025.
Transfiguration Artist Talk
Meet the artists of the current Gallery exhibit Transfiguration and learn about their works and processes.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Presentation & Lecture. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ceramic artists of the Transfiguration exhibit. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Impactful Verse: A Writing Workshop & Performance for Deeply Meaningful Poetry
***Registration is required***
Poetry, many times, provides access to deep experiences; the unvarnished liminal (in-between) spaces where your singular truth can remain hidden. However, by embracing your deep experiences, you are given an opportunity to connect with both your deeper self and with others. Strong, impactful bonds can form and grow from these connections both personally and universally. Healing and kinship are a result from these impactful exercises. And a stronger, creative community promotes positive change for a better future.
To encourage this process of unearthing deep, impactful experiences, each of my three writing workshops/discussions will progressively dive into our truths with a goal of not only acknowledging them but giving them voice and providing the opportunity for transformative change.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type: Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Rod Carlos Rodriguez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: Rod Carlos Rodriguez has an M.F.A. in Creative Writing from the University of Texas at El Paso and is a Lecturer (Adjunct Professor) at the University of Texas at San Antonio Writing Program. He is an award-winning poet who has been writing for over 40 years
Attendance at all 3 sessions is mandatory. Register for all 3 sessions on the sign up link above. Workshop dates are July 12, 19 & 26.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, July 14, 2025.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
Tween Time
The possibilities are endless!
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: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
Family Story Time
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, July 16, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Bilingual Computers y Creative Learning
Acompáñanos cada miércoles,11am-12pm.
Welcome! Come do creative activities to learn computer basics, digital skills, zines, and beyond.
210-207-2574.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Daniel González / Brianna Glass. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniel.gonzalez3@sanantonio.gov / brianna.glass@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Daniel and Brianna. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Summer with SAPL - Fort Building
Calling all young architects and adventurers! Dive into the magical world of fort building at the library. Come join us for fort-building fun, where the only limit is your imagination! Fort-building materials will be provided, but you may need to share as some supplies will be limited.
Recommended for kids 5 and older; younger kids need to be accompanied by an adult.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Thursday, July 17, 2025.
Let's Play! Toddlers
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. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Let's Build: LEGO Time
Play! Build! Create! Join us for Lego fun.
Recommended for children ages 6-12 years old.
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, July 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, July 18, 2025.
Intro to ESL
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
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 & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.
La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, July 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, July 19, 2025.
Modern Pop Art Experience & Hands-On Workshop for Kids
Meet American Pop Artist Michael Albert and create your own collage using the same materials he uses in his serious works of art. Best for kids ages five and up.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Cresencia Huff. Staff Contact Number/Email: cresencia.huff@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Michael Albert. Audience: Kids. Family. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
For more info visit michaelalbert.com. Modern Pop Art Experience & Hands-On Workshop for All Ages
Meet American Pop Artist Michael Albert and create your own collage using the same materials he uses in his serious works of art. Best for ages five and up.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Cresencia Huff. Staff Contact Number/Email: cresencia.huff@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Michael Albert. Audience: Kids. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Summer with SAPL for Adults.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit michaelalbert.com. Impactful Verse: A Writing Workshop & Performance for Deeply Meaningful Poetry
Poetry, many times, provides access to deep experiences; the unvarnished liminal (in-between) spaces where your singular truth can remain hidden. However, by embracing your deep experiences, you are given an opportunity to connect with both your deeper self and with others. Strong, impactful bonds can form and grow from these connections both personally and universally. Healing and kinship are a result from these impactful exercises. And a stronger, creative community promotes positive change for a better future.
To encourage this process of unearthing deep, impactful experiences, each of my three writing workshops/discussions will progressively dive into our truths with a goal of not only acknowledging them but giving them voice and providing the opportunity for transformative change.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type: Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Rod Carlos Rodriguez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: Rod Carlos Rodriguez has an M.F.A. in Creative Writing from the University of Texas at El Paso and is a Lecturer (Adjunct Professor) at the University of Texas at San Antonio Writing Program. He is an award-winning poet who has been writing for over 40 years.
Attendance at all 3 sessions is mandatory. Register for all 3 sessions on the sign up link on 7/12 listing. Workshop dates are July 12, 19 & 26.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Creative Collective Open Mic
Are you a musician, comedian, actor or other type of creative? The Creative Collective is an open mic meets mixer for people like you! Share your artistry and check out the art of others! We provide the amps, electric guitar, bass, keys and mic - you supply the talent. Bring your own instrument if so inclined. JD will be your MC!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD and Belin. Audience: Adults.
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, July 21, 2025.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
Tween Time
The possibilities are endless!
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: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
Family Story Time
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, July 23, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Bilingual Computers y Creative Learning
Acompáñanos cada miércoles,11am-12pm.
Welcome! Come do creative activities to learn computer basics, digital skills, zines, and beyond.
210-207-2574.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Daniel González / Brianna Glass. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniel.gonzalez3@sanantonio.gov / brianna.glass@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Daniel and Brianna. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Summer with SAPL-Painting Party
It’s time to paint! We’ll have a variety of painting activities available for kids
to create a masterpiece!
Wear clothes appropriate for paint.
Recommended for kids 5 and older; younger kids need to be accompanied by an adult.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Thursday, July 24, 2025.
Let's Play! Toddlers
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. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Let's Build: LEGO Time
Play! Build! Create! Join us for Lego fun.
Recommended for children ages 6-12 years old.
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, July 24, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, July 25, 2025.
Staff In-Service
All San Antonio Public Library locations will operate on a modified schedule on Friday, July 25 for staff professional development. Locations will open at 2:00 pm and close at their regularly scheduled time at 6:00 pm.
Friday, July 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
All Locations closed from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
Intro to ESL
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
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 & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.
La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, July 25, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Let's Watch: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (PG)
Join us for our fun family friendly movie!
Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance in hopes of stopping Shadow and protecting the planet.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Friday, July 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Comida Casera: Exploring Plant-Based Mexican Cooking with Dora Ramírez
***Registration is required***
Join Mexican chef and cookbook author Dora Ramírez for a lively celebration of Comida Casera, her new cookbook rooted in nostalgic, plant-based Mexican home cooking. Enjoy a live cooking demo, a behind-the-scenes look at the stories that inspired the book, and an interactive Q&A. Stick around for good food, book giveaways, and food themed musical setlist by DJ Despeinada (Bonnie Cisneros).
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Dora Ramírez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: Culinary Institute of America-trained, Mexico-born chef and the voice behind popular blog and Instagram account @dorastable, Dora Ramírez, shares more than 100 plant-based Mexican recipes from traditional and Indigenous to modern.
Friday, July 25, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, July 26, 2025.
Museum in a Box with San Antonio Museum of Art
Make your very own “Museum in a Box” with educators from the San Antonio Museum of Art. Recommended for ages 6 and up.
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. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL.
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit samuseum.org. Impactful Verse: A Writing Workshop & Performance for Deeply Meaningful Poetry
Poetry, many times, provides access to deep experiences; the unvarnished liminal (in-between) spaces where your singular truth can remain hidden. However, by embracing your deep experiences, you are given an opportunity to connect with both your deeper self and with others. Strong, impactful bonds can form and grow from these connections both personally and universally. Healing and kinship are a result from these impactful exercises. And a stronger, creative community promotes positive change for a better future.
To encourage this process of unearthing deep, impactful experiences, each of my three writing workshops/discussions will progressively dive into our truths with a goal of not only acknowledging them but giving them voice and providing the opportunity for transformative change.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type: Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Rod Carlos Rodriguez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: Rod Carlos Rodriguez has an M.F.A. in Creative Writing from the University of Texas at El Paso and is a Lecturer (Adjunct Professor) at the University of Texas at San Antonio Writing Program. He is an award-winning poet who has been writing for over 40 years.
Attendance at all 3 sessions is mandatory. Register for all 3 sessions on the sign up link on 7/12 listing. Workshop dates are July 12, 19 & 26.
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, July 28, 2025.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
Tween Time
The possibilities are endless!
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: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Story Room. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025.
Family Story Time
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, July 30, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Bilingual Computers y Creative Learning
Acompáñanos cada miércoles,11am-12pm.
Welcome! Come do creative activities to learn computer basics, digital skills, zines, and beyond.
210-207-2574.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Daniel González / Brianna Glass. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniel.gonzalez3@sanantonio.gov / brianna.glass@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Daniel and Brianna. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Thursday, July 31, 2025.
Let's Play! Toddlers
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. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Toddler Time. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Let's Build: LEGO Time
Play! Build! Create! Join us for Lego fun.
Recommended for children ages 6-12 years old.
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, July 31, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, August 1, 2025.
Intro to ESL
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
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 & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.
La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, August 1, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Transfiguration
Ceramics has endured through history as a medium used to sustain us and as an instrument of self expression. The nature of clay allows the artist to mold and manipulate it to bring their ideas into our physical world - to push and pull material and transform it into something completely new. In dialogue with the weight and knowledge of all that has come before along with new innovations, today’s ceramic artists are creating work far beyond cups and bowls (but we make cups and bowls too). The ceramics community is thriving in San Antonio, and this exhibition represents only a few of the incredible artists producing work here in our city.
Featuring: Anita Becerra, Brooke Armstrong, Ed Escobedo, Mary Wuest, Michael Guerra Foerster, Michelle Hernandez, and Verena Gaudy
Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster.
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: Curated by Michael Guerra Foerster. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, August 2, 2025.
Bilingual Computers y Creative Learning
Acompáñanos cada miércoles,11am-12pm.
Welcome! Come do creative activities to learn computer basics, digital skills, zines, and beyond.
210-207-2574.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Daniel González / Brianna Glass. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniel.gonzalez3@sanantonio.gov / brianna.glass@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Daniel and Brianna. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Intro to ESL
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
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 & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.
La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Bilingual Computers y Creative Learning
Acompáñanos cada miércoles,11am-12pm.
Welcome! Come do creative activities to learn computer basics, digital skills, zines, and beyond.
210-207-2574.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Daniel González / Brianna Glass. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniel.gonzalez3@sanantonio.gov / brianna.glass@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Daniel and Brianna. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Intro to ESL
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
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 & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.
La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.