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¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Monday, April 27, 2026.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Monday, April 27, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

Graphic Novel Book Club

The final Monday of every other month we journey through the world of graphic novels and learn more about this unique form of literature. Join us this month to discuss The Last Mechanical Monster. A follow-up to the 1941 Superman cartoon, what happens when a villain is released decades after being apprehended by Superman? 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, April 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

Tween Time

Bring your friends and hang out at the library. Fun activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM.

Teen Time: Egg Rolls & Banana Milk!

Bringing back some old favorites--making egg rolls and making banana milk. ∧＿∧ (・◦・) ✧･ﾟ:* /づ~ ♡･ﾟ:*:･★‧₊˚ If it's your thing, join in! If not, rest assured--the Switch is available, the VR can be brought out, craft something, play something in the Studio, or just hang out... (For clarification's sake: Teen Time is for teens 13-18 only. THANKS!). Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Regina! Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Regina.Almanza@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Time is for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 4:15 PM – 6:05 PM. For more info visit www.instagram.com.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Wednesday, April 29, 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, April 29, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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, April 29, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

PATH Info Table

The PATH (The CHCS Project for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness) Program serves people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness and serious mental illness. The PATH program helps their client’s find resources for health care, income support, mental health treatment, rehabilitation training in social skills, social services, substance use treatment, ID recovery, referrals for affordable housing and employment. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Moser. Staff Contact Number/Email: melissa.moser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Thursday, April 30, 2026.

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, April 30, 2026, 10:35 AM – 11:20 AM.

Tech Time

Join us every Thursday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about computers, social media and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device. Acompañanos todos los jueves para Tech Time. Cada semana cubriremos temas diferente sobre computadoras, las redes sociales y los dispositivos móviles. Trae tus preguntas, imaginación y tu dispositivo favorito. 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, April 30, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

YASS Info Table

The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults (ages 18-24) to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda. Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: YASS (SAMMinistries). Audience: Adults. Thursday, April 30, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. For more info visit www.samm.org.

Bexar County Health Collaborative ACA/Marketplace Assistance

Bexar County Health Collaborative is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate the complex world of healthcare. Everyone deserves access to quality healthcare, regardless of income or background. Bexar County Health Collaborative's mission is to empower underserved and vulnerable communities by providing support in applying and understanding in the best health coverage options available. A navigator will be available during this information table session to assist with registration questions and other inquiries. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Jordan Torres. Staff Contact Number/Email: jordan.torres@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Thursday, April 30, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit www.healthcollaborative.net.

Nacho Average Club

Discussing more than just books and eating zero nachos - just kidding there will be nachos! Come hang out and talk about what you're reading and/or watching with kids your own age. For ages 7-12 only. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, April 30, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Thursday, April 30, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Friday, May 1, 2026.

ESL Study Club

Join us for this beginner to immediate-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. Event Type(s): Languages. 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. Friday, May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Friday, May 1, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Saturday, May 2, 2026.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Monday, May 4, 2026.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Monday, May 4, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

Tween Time

Bring your friends and hang out at the library. Fun activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Wednesday, May 6, 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, May 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Family Story Time: Sing with SAPL

Celebrate National Music Week by enjoying some singable books and songs as we laugh, move, and have fun together. 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: Family. Kids. Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Thursday, May 7, 2026.

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, May 7, 2026, 10:35 AM – 11:20 AM.

Tech Time

Join us every Thursday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about computers, social media and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device. Acompañanos todos los jueves para Tech Time. Cada semana cubriremos temas diferente sobre computadoras, las redes sociales y los dispositivos móviles. Trae tus preguntas, imaginación y tu dispositivo favorito. 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, May 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 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. Thursday, May 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit corazonsa.org.

Nacho Average Club

Discussing more than just books and eating zero nachos - just kidding there will be nachos! Come hang out and talk about what you're reading and/or watching with kids your own age. For ages 7-12 only. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, May 7, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Thursday, May 7, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Friday, May 8, 2026.

Staff In-Service

All libraries will be closed until 2:00 pm for Staff In-Service. Friday, May 8, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All Locations closed from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Friday, May 8, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Saturday, May 9, 2026.

Proyecto Broadsides (opening reception)

Proyecto Broadsides brings together the work of diverse poets with San Antonio visual artists to create unique broadsides that present poetry to audiences in an unusual form. Six of the participating poets will be reading their work at the Latino Collection & Resource Center event space, located inside Central Library on May 9, 2026. All five of the visual artists will have original work on display for a month-long exhibit. Additionally, nine broadsides, designed by Ruben Ramirez and Marilyn Garcia, will be on display and available for purchase. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: ire'ne lara silva. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: Poets: Natalia Treviño, ire’ne lara silva, Octavio Quintanilla, Gume Laurel III, Rooster Martinez, Bianca V. Gonzalez Perez   Visual Artists: Liliana Wilson, Celeste De Luna, Hector Garza, Octavio Quintanilla, Mauro Murillo, Mauro de la Tierra. Saturday, May 9, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Monday, May 11, 2026.

Proyecto Broadsides

Proyecto Broadsides brings together the work of diverse poets with San Antonio visual artists to create unique broadsides that present poetry to audiences in an unusual form. Six of the participating poets will be reading their work at the Latino Collection & Resource Center event space, located inside Central Library on May 9, 2026. All five of the visual artists will have original work on display for a month-long exhibit. Additionally, nine broadsides, designed by Ruben Ramirez and Marilyn Garcia, will be on display and available for purchase. *Gallery viewings are by appointment only. Please email or call Latino Collection & Resource Center librarian, Sarah De La Rosa, to set up an appointment: sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov/210-207-2519. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: ire'ne lara silva, curator. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: Poets: Natalia Treviño ire’ne lara silva Octavio Quintanilla Gume Laurel III Rooster Martinez Bianca V. Gonzalez Perez   Visual Artists: Liliana Wilson Celeste De Luna Hector Garza Octavio Quintanilla Mauro Murillo Mauro de la Tierra. Monday, May 11, 2026 – Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Monday, May 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

Tween Time

Bring your friends and hang out at the library. Fun activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Wednesday, May 13, 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, May 13, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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: Family. Kids. Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Thursday, May 14, 2026.

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, May 14, 2026, 10:35 AM – 11:20 AM.

Financial Empowerment Assistance

Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Patricia Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-2500/Patricia.Perez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Family. Additional Info: Need assistance in learning about banking, saving for the future, debt, credit or legacy planning? Come see the Financial Empowerment representatives for assistance. Thursday, May 14, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit www.sa.gov.

Tech Time

Join us every Thursday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about computers, social media and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device. Acompañanos todos los jueves para Tech Time. Cada semana cubriremos temas diferente sobre computadoras, las redes sociales y los dispositivos móviles. Trae tus preguntas, imaginación y tu dispositivo favorito. 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, May 14, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

YASS Info Table

The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults (ages 18-24) to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda. Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: YASS (SAMMinistries). Audience: Adults. Thursday, May 14, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. For more info visit www.samm.org.

Nacho Average Club

Discussing more than just books and eating zero nachos - just kidding there will be nachos! Come hang out and talk about what you're reading and/or watching with kids your own age. For ages 7-12 only. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, May 14, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Thursday, May 14, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Friday, May 15, 2026.

ESL Study Club

Join us for this beginner to immediate-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. Event Type(s): Languages. 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. Friday, May 15, 2026, 10:00 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, May 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

Bharatanatyam Classical Dance Performance

Bharatanatyam is among the most subtle and sophisticated dance forms in the world, embodying music and storytelling. Each of these professional dance performances, presented by the Kaveri Natya Yoga Center dance group, will be followed by an informal, interactive demonstration and Q&A. Light Refreshments will be provided at the Central Library performance. For any questions, call the library at 210.207.2500. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Music & Dance. Staff Contact Name: Pannaga Prasad. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-2500. Presenter/Instructor: Kaveri Natya Yoga Dance Group. Audience: Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month. Friday, May 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Friday, May 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Saturday, May 16, 2026.

Del Corazón: An Oral History Project

***Registration is required*** Join sound artist Armando Estrada for an immersive oral history workshop celebrating San Antonio’s culture and heritage. Through group discussions and hands-on activities, you’ll learn basic audio recording techniques and the process of collecting and archiving oral histories. Participants will share their recordings on The Empower House 101.5 FM or at a community listening party. The workshop is offered on three dates (2/28, 5/16 & 9/12); each date is the same workshop with a different cohort. Register for your date of choice on specifically dated listing. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type: Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Armando Estrada. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: Armando Estrada is a Mexican American sound artist based in San Antonio, Texas. He currently serves as the Radio Manager at Empower House Radio, where he is dedicated to amplifying the voices, stories, and sounds of his community through high-quality audio production. Deeply rooted in cultural preservation, Armando sees his work as a continuation of his ancestors’ legacy—documenting lived experiences to inspire and inform future generations. Saturday, May 16, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 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 for use during the program, but you are also welcome to bring your own. A zine (pronounced ZEEN) is an independently published magazine or booklet. Using provided supplies, folks can create their own artistic mini books to express themselves and tell their own stories. Participants are welcome to donate a copy of their zine to be included in our SAPL Zine Collection which is available for public use at Central Library and showcases materials written by, about, and for our community. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: No registration required. Saturday, May 16, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Monday, May 18, 2026.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Monday, May 18, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

Plant Swap

Join SAPL and the San Antonio Botanical Garden for a plant swap! Bring plants to trade so you can take new ones home. Plants should be well watered, pest & disease free. No invasive plants. Plant clippings, seeds, and other clean and in good condition plant supplies are also welcomed. Please label your plants if possible. We will have supplies to label your plants if needed! The San Antonio Botanical Garden will have a plant for cuttings, and provide some small pots and soil. -- ¡Vengan a la biblioteca para un intercambio de plantas! Traiga plantas para intercambiar y así poder llevarse otras nuevas a casa. Las plantas deben estar bien regadas y libres de plagas y enfermedades. No se admiten plantas invasoras. También serán bienvenidos esquejes, semillas, y otras cosas para plantas que estén limpios y en buen estado. Por favor, etiquete sus plantas si es posible. ¡Tendremos materiales para etiquetarlas si necesario! El Jardín Botánico de San Antonio dispondrá de una planta para obtener esquejes y prop… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Family. Additional Info: If you have a lot of plants to trade and would like a table, please email Eliza ahead of time! Si tiene muchas plantas para intercambiar y le gustaría tener una mesa, ¡por favor envíale un correo electrónico a Eliza! Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

Tween Time

Bring your friends and hang out at the library. Fun activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM.

Divinity In Every Day Life: Indian Dance & Story Telling

The dancers from the Aatma School of Dance will present traditional Indian dance through storytelling and demonstration. They will also share their personal journey of learning these ancient classical art forms. Don't miss this engaging cultural program! Light refreshments will be provided. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Music & Dance. Staff Contact Name: Pannaga Prasad. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-2500. Presenter/Instructor: Aatma School of Dance Group. Audience: Family. Adults. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month. Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Wednesday, May 20, 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, May 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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: Family. Kids. Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Thursday, May 21, 2026.

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, May 21, 2026, 10:35 AM – 11:20 AM.

Tech Time

Join us every Thursday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about computers, social media and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device. Acompañanos todos los jueves para Tech Time. Cada semana cubriremos temas diferente sobre computadoras, las redes sociales y los dispositivos móviles. Trae tus preguntas, imaginación y tu dispositivo favorito. 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, May 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 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. Thursday, May 21, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit corazonsa.org.

Fragrance EsSCENTials for Older Adults

What are your favorite base notes? Top notes? No, this isn't about music. It's about perfume! Come explore the world of fragrances. Learn the where, why, and how of perfumery. There will be fragrance samples at the program so you can try out your newfound knowledge for yourself. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Michael Dunbar-Rodney. Staff Contact Number/Email: michael.dunbar-rodney@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Older Adults. Featured Event: Older Adults Month. Thursday, May 21, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Nacho Average Club

Discussing more than just books and eating zero nachos - just kidding there will be nachos! Come hang out and talk about what you're reading and/or watching with kids your own age. For ages 7-12 only. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, May 21, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Thursday, May 21, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Friday, May 22, 2026.

ESL Study Club

Join us for this beginner to immediate-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. Event Type(s): Languages. 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. Friday, May 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Friday, May 22, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Saturday, May 23, 2026.

Memorial Day

All libraries will be closed. Monday, May 25, 2026. All Library Locations.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Wednesday, May 27, 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, May 27, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Thursday, May 28, 2026.

Tech Time

Join us every Thursday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about computers, social media and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device. Acompañanos todos los jueves para Tech Time. Cada semana cubriremos temas diferente sobre computadoras, las redes sociales y los dispositivos móviles. Trae tus preguntas, imaginación y tu dispositivo favorito. 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, May 28, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

YASS Info Table

The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults (ages 18-24) to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda. Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: YASS (SAMMinistries). Audience: Adults. Thursday, May 28, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. For more info visit www.samm.org.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Thursday, May 28, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Friday, May 29, 2026.

ESL Study Club

Join us for this beginner to immediate-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. Event Type(s): Languages. 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. Friday, May 29, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Teen Library Open Play

Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The MACs have Roblox. Get creative with the craft supplies. The VR is available, too. Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours! -- *Teens 13-18 Only!*. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Kathleen. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Library activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*. Friday, May 29, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.mysapl.org.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Saturday, May 30, 2026.

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): Languages. Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2549. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo. Audience: Adults. Saturday, May 30, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Monday, June 1, 2026.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

Tween Time

Bring your friends and hang out at the library. Fun activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Wednesday, June 3, 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, June 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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 3, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez. Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL). Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Thursday, June 4, 2026.

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): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, June 4, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

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, June 4, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Tech Time

Join us every Thursday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about computers, social media and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device. Acompañanos todos los jueves para Tech Time. Cada semana cubriremos temas diferente sobre computadoras, las redes sociales y los dispositivos móviles. Trae tus preguntas, imaginación y tu dispositivo favorito. 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, June 4, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 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. Thursday, June 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit corazonsa.org.

Summer with SAPL – Fort Building Fun

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: Story Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Family. Kids. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL. Thursday, June 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Summer with SAPL: Clay Day

Let’s play with clay! Unleash your creativity with air dry clay. All creations are yours to keep. AGES 5-12. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL. Thursday, June 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Friday, June 5, 2026.

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: Family. Kids. Featured Event: LGBTQ+. Friday, June 5, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

¡EN VIVO desde SALUTÉ! Conjunto Music, Chicano Art, y el Corazón de San Anto

Working closely with Azeneth G. Dominguez over the course of a decade, curator Bonnie Ilza Cisneros presents a group art and archive exhibition that celebrates and documents facets of the history of Saluté International Bar. Memory is subjective, and we all remember the past differently, so this project is one attempt to archive a landmark made from the love of live music. Saluté was a world-renowned live music venue that showcased the best of the best progressive/avant-garde Tejano Conjunto music, exhibited contemporary Chicano art, and served the community as a cultural space in the heart of the historic San Antonio nightlife district known as the St. Mary’s Strip from 1987-2012. En Vivo desde Saluté features art, archives, and performances by Marisela Barrera, Juan Tejeda, Joan Frederick, Eduardo “Plata” Hernandez, Joan Frederick, Ian Tyler Ibarra, Terry A. Ybañez, Vincent Valdez, Fernando Lopez, NOPALLI, Juan Ramos, M. Vázquez Vasquez, Rigoberto Luna, Joanna Armijo Zamarron, y muchos más, plus the debut… Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type: Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Bonnie Cisneros, curator; in collaboration with Azeneth G. Dominguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: EXHIBITION PREMIERE & PERFORMANCES: APRIL 25, 2-6 pm PANEL PLÁTICA: MAY 30, 3-6 pm  CLOSING JUNE 6. Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Celebration of J.S. Bach

Come listen to a free concert celebrating J. S. Bach! The San Antonio Recorder Society will play his Motet, "Jesu, Meine Freude" as well as dances from his Orchestral Suites and selections from the Brandenburg Concerti. We hope you will join us! Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Event Type(s): Music & Dance. Staff Contact Name: Cynthia de Leon. Staff Contact Number/Email: cynthia.deleon@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: San Antonio Recorder Society. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Additional Info: 3 hours of free parking is available with a validated ticket in the Central Library parking garage adjacent to the library. Saturday, June 6, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Poesía y Joteria: Queer Latine Authors Panel & Reading

Celebrate Pride Month with us at the library! Join us for a lively conversation with four local queer Latine authors. Dive into their creative processes, key influences, and raw experiences publishing as queer Latine voices in a predominantly white industry. Authors will read poems from their books, followed by a book signing and sales. 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: Barbie Hurtado. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: Barbie Hurtado: Barbie is a musician, poet, and artivist. They are the cofounder of Son Queers, a queer and trans son jarocho collective. Barbie’s work’s been published in local zines and their work is set to appear in the forthcoming anthology I Love Us (Flowersong Press 2026). Barbie's music was featured in San Antonio’s 2024 Local Music Spotlight. Currently, they are developing a bilingual 5-song EP centering LGBTQ+ rights, drag culture, and body liberation. Panelists: Cloud Cardona: Cloud Delfina… Saturday, June 6, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Tween Time

Bring your friends and hang out at the library. Fun activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 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, June 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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 10, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez. Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL). Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:30 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. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, June 11, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

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, June 11, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Tech Time

Join us every Thursday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about computers, social media and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device. Acompañanos todos los jueves para Tech Time. Cada semana cubriremos temas diferente sobre computadoras, las redes sociales y los dispositivos móviles. Trae tus preguntas, imaginación y tu dispositivo favorito. 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, June 11, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

YASS Info Table

The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults (ages 18-24) to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda. Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: YASS (SAMMinistries). Audience: Adults. Thursday, June 11, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. For more info visit www.samm.org.

Summer with SAPL - Painting Party

It’s a party! A Painting Party! A variety of painting activities will be available for kids to develop their creativity and explore different materials and techniques! Take your artwork home or leave it to be displayed in the library. Wear clothes appropriate for paint. Recommended for kids 5 and older; younger kids need to be accompanied by an adult. Branch Location: 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. Thursday, June 11, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Al's Funhouse Bubble Party

A different type of party experience that will blow you away! Enjoy bubble stations with different sized wands to create big and little bubbles! For toddlers and older. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: East Terrace. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Al's Funhouse Bubble Co. Audience: Kids. Family. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL. Friday, June 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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 for use during the program, but you are also welcome to bring your own. A zine (pronounced ZEEN) is an independently published magazine or booklet. Using provided supplies, folks can create their own artistic mini books to express themselves and tell their own stories. Participants are welcome to donate a copy of their zine to be included in our SAPL Zine Collection which is available for public use at Central Library and showcases materials written by, about, and for our community. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: No registration required. Saturday, June 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Tween Time

Bring your friends and hang out at the library. Fun activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 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, June 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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 17, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez. Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL). Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:30 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, June 18, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

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): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, June 18, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Tech Time

Join us every Thursday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about computers, social media and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device. Acompañanos todos los jueves para Tech Time. Cada semana cubriremos temas diferente sobre computadoras, las redes sociales y los dispositivos móviles. Trae tus preguntas, imaginación y tu dispositivo favorito. 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, June 18, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 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. Thursday, June 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit corazonsa.org.

Summer with SAPL: Foil Fun

Shimmer, color, and texture! Oh foil! Experiment with foil! Turn simple foil into dazzling, imaginative masterpieces or test your engineering skills. ​ Recommended for kids 5 and older; younger kids need to be accompanied by an adult.  ​ ​​. Branch Location: Central Library. 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. Thursday, June 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Juneteenth

All libraries will be closed. Friday, June 19, 2026. All Library Locations.

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, June 19, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

Tween Time

Bring your friends and hang out at the library. Fun activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 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, June 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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 24, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez. Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL). Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:30 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 24, 2026, 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. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, June 25, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

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, June 25, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Tech Time

Join us every Thursday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about computers, social media and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device. Acompañanos todos los jueves para Tech Time. Cada semana cubriremos temas diferente sobre computadoras, las redes sociales y los dispositivos móviles. Trae tus preguntas, imaginación y tu dispositivo favorito. 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, June 25, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

YASS Info Table

The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults (ages 18-24) to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda. Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: YASS (SAMMinistries). Audience: Adults. Thursday, June 25, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. For more info visit www.samm.org.

Let's Be Proud: Art Factory

Come together as we celebrate Pride month with fun and colorful arts and crafts. Celebrate you! Celebrate kindness! Celebrate Pride! Recommended for kids ages 5-12. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Featured Event: LGBTQ+. Friday, June 26, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Papyrus Bookmarks with SAMA

Travel back in time without leaving the library! Educators from the San Antonio Museum of Art will share stories from the Museum's Ancient Egyptian collection and guide children in creating their own Hieroglyph Papyrus Bookmarks. Using real papyrus and fun stencils, participants will design a one-of-a-kind bookmark inspired by ancient writing. For ages 5 and up. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Kate Simpson. Staff Contact Number/Email: kate.simpson@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: San Antonio Museum of Art. Audience: Kids. Family. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL. Saturday, June 27, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. For more info visit www.samuseum.org.

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): Other. Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2549. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo. Audience: Adults. Saturday, June 27, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Tween Time

Bring your friends and hang out at the library. Fun activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, June 30, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 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, July 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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, July 1, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez. Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL). Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:30 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. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, July 2, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

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, July 2, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Tech Time

Join us every Thursday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about computers, social media and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device. Acompañanos todos los jueves para Tech Time. Cada semana cubriremos temas diferente sobre computadoras, las redes sociales y los dispositivos móviles. Trae tus preguntas, imaginación y tu dispositivo favorito. 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, July 2, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Agarita: Secret Science of Sound

Explore The Secret Science of Sound featuring musical selections with audience participation. Presented bilingually in English and Spanish. For ages five and up. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Music & Dance. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Agarita. Audience: Kids. Family. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL. Thursday, July 2, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:45 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. Thursday, July 2, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit corazonsa.org.

Independence Day

All libraries will be closed. Saturday, July 4, 2026. All Library Locations.

Tween Time

Bring your friends and hang out at the library. Fun activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 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, July 8, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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, July 8, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez. Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL). Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:30 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, July 9, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

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): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, July 9, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

YASS Info Table

The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults (ages 18-24) to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda. Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: YASS (SAMMinistries). Audience: Adults. Thursday, July 9, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. For more info visit www.samm.org.

Summer with SAPL - Winter in Summer

Be cool at the library! Step into a frosty wonderland filled with cool crafts, snow experiences, or icy activities. Please wear play clothes--things may get messy! Recommended for kids 5 and older; younger kids need to be accompanied by an adult. Branch Location: Central Library. 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. Thursday, July 9, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Happy Tails

A live and interactive experience with exotic animals featuring furry, feathered, and even scaly friends. For ages five 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. Presenter/Instructor: Happy Tails Entertainment. Audience: Kids. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL. Friday, July 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:45 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 for use during the program, but you are also welcome to bring your own. A zine (pronounced ZEEN) is an independently published magazine or booklet. Using provided supplies, folks can create their own artistic mini books to express themselves and tell their own stories. Participants are welcome to donate a copy of their zine to be included in our SAPL Zine Collection which is available for public use at Central Library and showcases materials written by, about, and for our community. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: No registration required. Saturday, July 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Tween Time

Bring your friends and hang out at the library. Fun activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 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, July 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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, July 15, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez. Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL). Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:30 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. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, July 16, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

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, July 16, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

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. Thursday, July 16, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit corazonsa.org.

Summer with SAPL: Chalk It Out

Chalk it out! Art, science, and imagination collide when you explore and​ get a little messy with chalk. Recommended for children 5 years and older; ​younger children may participate with an adult. Branch Location: Central Library. 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. Friday, July 17, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

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, July 17, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

Explore Opera for Kids!

Explore Opera for Kids! OPERA San Antonio’s signature interactive program, is designed to spark curiosity and excitement for opera in young audiences. With professional artists performing scenes from iconic operas, this family-friendly experience blends storytelling, music, and imagination—making opera fun, accessible, and memorable for all ages. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Plays & Performances. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL. Saturday, July 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Explore Opera for Kids!

Explore Opera for Kids! OPERA San Antonio’s signature interactive program, is designed to spark curiosity and excitement for opera in young audiences. With professional artists performing scenes from iconic operas, this family-friendly experience blends storytelling, music, and imagination—making opera fun, accessible, and memorable for all ages. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Music & Dance. Staff Contact Name: Kate Simpson. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kate.Simpson@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: OPERA San Antonio. Audience: Kids. Family. Saturday, July 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Tween Time

Bring your friends and hang out at the library. Fun activities will vary weekly. The possibilities are endless! Some of the activities may be messy. *For ages 9-12 years old only*. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 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, July 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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, July 22, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

Reading Buddy Zone at Central Children's Library

Does your child need a Reading Buddy? In partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy, SAPL is offering weekly 30-minute sessions for children to practice reading with a trained adult volunteer in the Central Library Children's Library, 3rd floor. These low-pressure sessions offer children the opportunity to practice their reading skills. Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Children's Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Mary Elizabeth Fernandez. Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2621. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: This program is intended for children ages 6-8, but any child in need of reading help is welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged and forms are available at Central Children's Library, 3rd floor information desk. Walk-ins are welcome. This program is in partnership with San Antonio Youth Literacy (SAYL). Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:30 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. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Thursday, July 23, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

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, July 23, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.

YASS Info Table

The YASS Center is a safe space for young adults (ages 18-24) to access critical resources on their path to self-sufficiency. From housing and career assistance to physical and mental health resources, the YASS Center is a judgement-free zone for those in need. Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda. Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: YASS (SAMMinistries). Audience: Adults. Thursday, July 23, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. For more info visit www.samm.org.

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): Other. Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2549. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo. Audience: Adults. Saturday, July 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 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): Other. Staff Contact Name: JD Elizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2549. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo. Audience: Adults. Saturday, July 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.