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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. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 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, December 2, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Corazon's Mobile Medical Unit

Corazon Ministries will be providing free services through their Mobile Medical Unit, including: -Syringe exchange & safe drug use supplies -First aid & wound care supplies -Blood glucose/blood sugar checks -HIV & STI testing (including Hepatitis C & Syphilis) -Pregnancy tests & emergency contraception -Peer support & case management -Connection to treatment & ID recovery services. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Plaza. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda. Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Corazon Ministries. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. All Ages. Additional Info: They will be located outside in the breezeway between the parking garage and the library. Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. For more info visit corazonsa.org.

English Conversations (ESL)

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

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, December 3, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Neurospicy Adult Social: Winter Holiday Edition

SAPL is hosting a holiday card-making session and social event for neurodivergent (neurospicy) adults with a place to socialize, play games, draw/write holiday cards, 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): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Cynthia de Leon. Staff Contact Number/Email: cynthia.deleon@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Meredith Marks of Neurospicy SA. Audience: Kids. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Additional Info: 2 hours and 59 minutes of free parking is available at the Central Library parking garage with a validated ticket. Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM. For more info visit www.neurospicysa.org.

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, December 3, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 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. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Thursday, December 4, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Digital Security 101

The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself! In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely. We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure. By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Thursday, December 4, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

After School Games and More

Stop by after school for games and more. Recommended for school aged children. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Thursday, December 4, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

ESL Study Club

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. 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, December 5, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Visivia Poética / Visual Poetics Workshop

***Registration is required*** Facilitated by translingual spoken word poet, visual artist, and radio host Alejandra “Mera Mera” Sánchez, Visivia Poética merges poetry, abstract visual art, and community storytelling into an immersive creative experience. Rooted in the Latine/Xicana feminist tradition of autohistoria and inspired by the artistic lineage of poesía visiva and concrete poetry, the workshop centers visuality as an extension of language—a space where memory, emotion, and personal narrative take living form. Participants are guided through a process that begins with metaphor-rich writing prompts and sensory reflection, then evolves into the creation of abstract visual compositions that embody their poetic voice. Through the integration of color theory, visual symbolism, emotional literacy, and sensory exploration, attendees translate words into shape, rhythm, and hue—transforming language into art. The workshop culminates in a communal sharing circle, where participants are invited to create with… 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: Alejandra "Mera Mera" Sánchez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Saturday, December 6, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM.

Through The Stacks Book Club

This month we are reading "The Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon. A gripping historical mystery based on the real-life diary entries of Martha Ballard, an 18th-century midwife who defied the legal system and wrote herself into American history. Maine, 1789: When the Kennebec River freezes, entombing a man in the ice, Martha Ballard is summoned to examine the body and determine cause of death. We will meet December 6th, 2025 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm to discuss this historical mystery. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Marie Swartz Art Resource Center (2nd floor). Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Moser. Staff Contact Number/Email: melissa.moser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us the first Saturday of every other month as we read our way through the stacks of the library! Every other month we read a book from a different genre and meet to discuss our thoughts with our fellow book lovers. Through The Stacks Book Club is a fun, relaxed space and finishing the book is definitely not required. All adults welcome! Saturday, December 6, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Tuesday, December 9, 2025.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

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. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Presentation & Lecture. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Wednesday, December 10, 2025.

Staff In-Service

All libraries will be closed until 2:00 pm for Staff In-Service. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All Locations closed from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Thursday, December 11, 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. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Thursday, December 11, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Digital Security 101

The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself! In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely. We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure. By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Thursday, December 11, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Frozen Sing-Along

Join us for a movie sing-along! We will be watching Frozen. Lyrics will be displayed on screen. Singing is welcomed but not required. For kids & families. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey (SAPL). Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Thursday, December 11, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Friday, December 12, 2025.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Saturday, December 13, 2025.

Zine Lab Monthly - 1 Year Anniversary

--- new description: Join us as we celebrate the one year anniversary of Zine Lab Monthly and the release of this year's Big Read Zine! Ana Camacho Espiritu, co-founder and co-organizer of the San Anto Zine Fest, will be sharing their zine-making knowledge with a special presentation. We will also have a button making station, a photo area, a zine craft area, and more! Come learn about zines and pick up a copy of the 2025 Big Read Zine. For more info about the BRZ. visit guides.mysapl.org/Zines/big-read-zine. Limited goodie bags will be available. Refreshments and snacks will be available. Zine Lab Monthly focuses on building a space for folks to get creative and learn about zines and the basics of creating their own self-published works. 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 completed zine to be i… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Anniversary. Additional Info: No registration required. Craft and art supplies will be provided to use during program, but you are also welcome to bring your own. Saturday, December 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

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

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

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

Tween Time Movie: Rise of the Guardians (PG)

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

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: Marie Swartz Art Resource Center (2nd floor). Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Michael Dunbar-Rodney. Staff Contact Number/Email: michael.dunbar-rodney@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: LGBTQ+. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Wednesday, December 17, 2025.

Corazon's Mobile Medical Unit

Corazon Ministries will be providing free services through their Mobile Medical Unit, including: -Syringe exchange & safe drug use supplies -First aid & wound care supplies -Blood glucose/blood sugar checks -HIV & STI testing (including Hepatitis C & Syphilis) -Pregnancy tests & emergency contraception -Peer support & case management -Connection to treatment & ID recovery services. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Plaza. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda. Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Corazon Ministries. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. All Ages. Additional Info: They will be located outside in the breezeway between the parking garage and the library. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. For more info visit corazonsa.org.

English Conversations (ESL)

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

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, December 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Thursday, December 18, 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. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Digital Security 101

The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself! In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely. We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure. By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Thursday, December 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Red and Green and Blue and White

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

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Friday, December 19, 2025.

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 3rd Fridays of every month. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Sheran Awe. Staff Contact Number/Email: sheran.awejr@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Family. Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Join us for some fun-filled board games on the 3rd Fridays of every month. We'll be gathering at the tables in front of the information desk on the 2nd floor. Get ready to roll the dice, make strategic moves, and have a great time with friends old and new. Friday, December 19, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Saturday, December 20, 2025.

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 "The House at Watch Hill” by Karen Marie Moning. Saturday, December 20, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.

The Creative Collective

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): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: JD ELizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo. Audience: Adults. All Ages. Saturday, December 20, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Monday, December 22, 2025.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Tuesday, December 23, 2025.

Christmas Eve

All libraries will be closed. Wednesday, December 24, 2025. All Library Locations.

Christmas Day

All libraries will be closed. Thursday, December 25, 2025. All Library Locations.

Winter Holiday

All libraries will be closed. Friday, December 26, 2025. All Library Locations.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Saturday, December 27, 2025.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Monday, December 29, 2025.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Tuesday, December 30, 2025.

New Year's Eve

All libraries will be closed. Wednesday, December 31, 2025. All Library Locations.

New Year's Day

All libraries will be closed. Thursday, January 1, 2026. All Library Locations.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Friday, January 2, 2026.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Saturday, January 3, 2026.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Monday, January 5, 2026.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

English Conversations (ESL)

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Thursday, January 8, 2026.

Digital Security 101

The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself! In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely. We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure. By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Thursday, January 8, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Friday, January 9, 2026.

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

How can San Antonio grow while protecting its land and communities? This exhibition by faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning explores how multifamily infill housing along VIA’s proposed ART corridors could meet the city’s 25-year housing need without paving new land or displacing existing residents. Using maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes, it reimagines aging commercial corridors as vibrant, connected neighborhoods. The exhibition features maps, data visualizations, and housing design prototypes that demonstrate how transit-oriented multifamily infill can create a more connected, sustainable, and equitable city. Supported by the SOM Foundation, City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Area Foundation. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Faculty and students at UT San Antonio’s School of Architecture + Planning. Audience: Adults. Saturday, January 10, 2026.

Derechos, Fueros, and Privilegios: Rights in Spanish Colonial Texas

This year marks the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence. In the year of this milestone, we are called to reflect: What does the United States semiquincentennial mean to Mexican Americans? How have Mexican Americans shaped this country, and what do we want to see for our communities in the future? Join us for the first of a series of special MACRI Talks for America 250, the national commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America. In this series, we will highlight the ways Mexican Americans have been essential threads to the national fabric. We begin the series with Dr. Frank de la Teja, inaugural state historian of Texas (2007-2009), and a renowned expert in Spanish colonial Texas, presenting Derechos, Fueros, and Privilegios: Rights in Spanish Colonial Texas. This talk will explore civil rights in Spanish Texas (1519-1821). This program is presented by MACRI and the San Antonio Public Library Latino Collection and Resource Center.… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type: Presentation & Lecture. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Dr. Frank de la Teja. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: DreamWeek San Antonio. Additional Info: Jesús F. “Frank” de la Teja is Regents’ Professor Emeritus and University Distinguished Professor Emeritus of History at Texas State University in San Marcos. He obtained a Ph.D. in Latin American history from the University of Texas at Austin, and between 1985 and 1991, he worked in the Archives and Records Division of the Texas General Land Office. He has published extensively on Spanish, Mexican, and Republic-era Texas, and has served on the board of directors, as president, and as executive director of… Saturday, January 10, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit www.somosmacri.org.

English Conversations (ESL)

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Digital Security 101

The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself! In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely. We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure. By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Thursday, January 15, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 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 3rd Fridays of every month. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Sheran Awe. Staff Contact Number/Email: sheran.awejr@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Family. Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Join us for some fun-filled board games on the 3rd Fridays of every month. We'll be gathering at the tables in front of the information desk on the 2nd floor. Get ready to roll the dice, make strategic moves, and have a great time with friends old and new. Friday, January 16, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

All libraries will be closed. Monday, January 19, 2026. All Library Locations.

English Conversations (ESL)

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Digital Security 101

The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself! In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely. We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure. By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Thursday, January 22, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Graphic Novel Book Club

Come and join fellow graphic novel enthusiasts! The last Monday of every other month we will meet and journey through the world of graphic novels. There will be spirited conversation and discussion. Come learn more about this unique form of literature. This month we will be reading The Last Mechanical Monster by Brian Fies! Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Marie Swartz Art Resource Center (2nd floor). Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Ella Mertz. Staff Contact Number/Email: ella.mertz@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Monday, January 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

English Conversations (ESL)

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Digital Security 101

The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself! In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely. We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure. By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

English Conversations (ESL)

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Digital Security 101

The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself! In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely. We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure. By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Thursday, February 5, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Staff In-Service

All libraries will be closed until 4:00 pm for Staff In-Service. Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. All Locations closed from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm.

English Conversations (ESL)

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Digital Security 101

The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself! In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely. We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure. By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Thursday, February 12, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

English Conversations (ESL)

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Digital Security 101

The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself! In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely. We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure. By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Thursday, February 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 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 3rd Fridays of every month. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Sheran Awe. Staff Contact Number/Email: sheran.awejr@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Family. Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Join us for some fun-filled board games on the 3rd Fridays of every month. We'll be gathering at the tables in front of the information desk on the 2nd floor. Get ready to roll the dice, make strategic moves, and have a great time with friends old and new. Friday, February 20, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

English Conversations (ESL)

This session is for English language learners interested in practicing their pronunciation and conversation skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena and Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

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, February 25, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.

Digital Security 101

The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself! In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely. We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure. By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Thursday, February 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.