Zenith of Zeigarnik
Zenith of Zeigarnik is a new body of work by designer and artist Miguel Rodriguez that explores personal and geographic memory through digital form. Reimagining drawings from the artist’s past, the work expands into a multidimensional visual world rendered through 3D modeling, sculpting, and volumetric photogrammetry. The work moves across four screens as a living archive of both past and speculative selfhood, integrating fragments of San Antonio’s built environment such as taquerías, hand-painted signs, and fallen structures. This exhibition continues Rodriguez’s larger practice of creative world-building through perpetual rebirth, situated at the intersection of memory, invention, and machine. Zenith of Zeigarnik is a conceptual inquiry into the architectures we inherit and the ones we construct to survive within – or without.
As part of Zenith of Zeigarnik, Miguel Rodriguez presents the San Antonio Public Library’s first-ever augmented reality experience—inviting viewers to engage with memory and materi…
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: Miguel Rodriguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Hispanic Heritage Month.
Saturday, October 11, 2025.
For more info visit miguel210.persona.co. StandUp for Kids Info Table
StandUp for Kids is non-profit organization that provides outreach services, housing support, and other resources for homeless and at-risk youth 13-25yrs, within the San Antonio community.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Jordan Torres. Staff Contact Number/Email: jordan.torres@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Adults.
Saturday, October 11, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.standupforkids.org. Raza Cósmica: A constellation of Latinx sci-fi cinema - Xicanx Versus Aliens
Activist/Musician Joaquín Muerte hosts a live edition of his original podcast, Xicanx Versus Aliens, an exploration of “all things UFO, cryptozoology, paranormal, occult y mas from a person of color perspective.” San Antonio artist Amalia Ortiz and Occulto! Editor Rodrigo Rendon join Muerte to discuss Latinx sci-fi cinema. Followed by a curated selection of cosmic-infused short films.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Event Type: Movies. Staff Contact Name: Sarah De La Rosa. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210.207.2519/sarah.delarosa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Joaquin Muerte & Amalia Ortiz. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Hispanic Heritage Month. Additional Info: In collaboration with MonteVideo, MACRI & AIT-SCM.
Link to register for free event tickets: https://events.getcreativesanantonio.com/event/raza-cosmica-xicanx-versus-aliens-2/.
Saturday, October 11, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit www.montevideo210.org. Zenith of Zeigarnik
Zenith of Zeigarnik is a new body of work by designer and artist Miguel Rodriguez that explores personal and geographic memory through digital form. Reimagining drawings from the artist’s past, the work expands into a multidimensional visual world rendered through 3D modeling, sculpting, and volumetric photogrammetry. The work moves across four screens as a living archive of both past and speculative selfhood, integrating fragments of San Antonio’s built environment such as taquerías, hand-painted signs, and fallen structures. This exhibition continues Rodriguez’s larger practice of creative world-building through perpetual rebirth, situated at the intersection of memory, invention, and machine. Zenith of Zeigarnik is a conceptual inquiry into the architectures we inherit and the ones we construct to survive within – or without.
As part of Zenith of Zeigarnik, Miguel Rodriguez presents the San Antonio Public Library’s first-ever augmented reality experience—inviting viewers to engage with memory and materi…
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: Miguel Rodriguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Hispanic Heritage Month.
Monday, October 13, 2025.
For more info visit miguel210.persona.co. Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Monday, October 13, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Zenith of Zeigarnik
Zenith of Zeigarnik is a new body of work by designer and artist Miguel Rodriguez that explores personal and geographic memory through digital form. Reimagining drawings from the artist’s past, the work expands into a multidimensional visual world rendered through 3D modeling, sculpting, and volumetric photogrammetry. The work moves across four screens as a living archive of both past and speculative selfhood, integrating fragments of San Antonio’s built environment such as taquerías, hand-painted signs, and fallen structures. This exhibition continues Rodriguez’s larger practice of creative world-building through perpetual rebirth, situated at the intersection of memory, invention, and machine. Zenith of Zeigarnik is a conceptual inquiry into the architectures we inherit and the ones we construct to survive within – or without.
As part of Zenith of Zeigarnik, Miguel Rodriguez presents the San Antonio Public Library’s first-ever augmented reality experience—inviting viewers to engage with memory and materi…
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: Miguel Rodriguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Hispanic Heritage Month.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
For more info visit miguel210.persona.co. Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Tween Time
The possibilities are endless!
Come join us for some fun activities and hang out with other kids! Some of the activities may be messy.
*For ages 9-12 years old only*.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Teen Tuesday: Halloween Fruit Snacks
Ever made a jack-o-lantern out of a cute, lil' orange? If the answer's yes, then be here to offer tips to your peers. If the answer's no...now's your chance! BONUS: there will be other fruits to spook-ify and then eat!
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Join in--or not! Feel free to use all areas of Teen Library: the studio, the Switch, the VR, the MACs. Be here and YOU choose.
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(For clarification's sake: teens 13-18 only. THANKS!).
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Regina! Staff Contact Number/Email: 207.2678/Regina.Almanza@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Tuesdays are for teens 13-18 y/o only! Thanks, Boo!*.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 4:20 PM – 6:15 PM.
For more info visit instagram.com. Zenith of Zeigarnik
Zenith of Zeigarnik is a new body of work by designer and artist Miguel Rodriguez that explores personal and geographic memory through digital form. Reimagining drawings from the artist’s past, the work expands into a multidimensional visual world rendered through 3D modeling, sculpting, and volumetric photogrammetry. The work moves across four screens as a living archive of both past and speculative selfhood, integrating fragments of San Antonio’s built environment such as taquerías, hand-painted signs, and fallen structures. This exhibition continues Rodriguez’s larger practice of creative world-building through perpetual rebirth, situated at the intersection of memory, invention, and machine. Zenith of Zeigarnik is a conceptual inquiry into the architectures we inherit and the ones we construct to survive within – or without.
As part of Zenith of Zeigarnik, Miguel Rodriguez presents the San Antonio Public Library’s first-ever augmented reality experience—inviting viewers to engage with memory and materi…
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: Miguel Rodriguez. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Hispanic Heritage Month.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
For more info visit miguel210.persona.co. 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
They will be located outside in the breezeway between the parking garage and the library.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda. Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Corazon Ministries. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. All Ages.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit corazonsa.org. Tech Time
Join us every Friday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about social media, applications and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device..
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Family Story Time
Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Adaptive Seated Dance
In celebration of Disability Awareness Month Marisa Dilley will host a dance class for adults with limited mobile ability. Class is aimed at exploring different dance styles such as ballet and social dancing to promote physical/rhythmic activity and gain body awareness. All are welcome.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Cynthia de Leon. Staff Contact Number/Email: cynthia.deleon@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marisa Dilley. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Additional Info: Parking at the Central Library parking garage is free for 2 hours and 59 minutes with a validated ticket.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. 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, October 16, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Digital Security 101
The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself!
In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely.
We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure.
By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Color Me Vinyl
Get artsy! Make fun art projects and enjoy family friendly vinyl records in the background. Recommended for children 5 and up. Some of the activities may be messy; so please dress accordingly.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. ESL Study Club
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, October 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
VersoFrontera Literary Festival
Established in 2019, VersoFrontera is an independent literary festival intended as a platform for writers and artists to showcase their creative work in an inclusive and community-oriented environment. VersoFrontera's main goal is to foster literacy, creativity, and fellowship through literary arts with a focus on bridging different literary communities in San Antonio and beyond. Approximately thirty-two local, national, and international writers participate every year.
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: Octavio Quintanilla. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: Join us for lively author talks, panel discussions and book sales from festival featured authors.
Friday, October 17, 2025, 11:45 AM – 4:30 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, October 17, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Friday, October 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, October 18, 2025.
Central Spooktacular
Get ready for a frightfully fun time at Central Spooktacular, the Central Library’s family friendly Halloween celebration! Join us for an afternoon packed with activities for everyone.
• San Antonio Lotería – A special spooky edition of the classic game, full of local flavor and fright! • Games & Activities for Kids – Enjoy a variety of fun, age-appropriate Halloween games and interactive stations. • Spooky Zine Lab – Drop by our special edition of the Zine Lab to create your own eerie mini-publication! • Spooky Experience – Explore an interactive zone that’s sure to send shivers down your spine—if you dare! • Tricks & Treats – Candy giveaways and a few mysterious surprises around every corner. • Costumes Encouraged – Come dressed in your Halloween best! There will be plenty of chances to show off your spooky style.
Free and open to the public. No registration required.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Celebration. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Halloween.
Saturday, October 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Spellbound Book Club
Venture into the enthralling realm of paranormal romance literature with the Spellbound Book Club. From vampires to witches, werewolves to ghosts, this club provides an engaging platform for enthusiasts to share their thoughts and insights on these enchanting tales.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Conference Room 2.1. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Kristin Gutierrez. Staff Contact Number/Email: kristin.gutierrez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Content suitable for 18 and older.We will be meeting to discuss "The Haar" by David Sodergren & "Neon Gods" by Katee Robert.
Saturday, October 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Zine Lab Monthly
Join us for Zine Lab Monthly to learn about zines and the basics of creating your own self-published works! Craft and art supplies will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own
A zine (pronounced ZEEN) is an independently published magazine or booklet. Using provided supplies, folks can create their own artistic mini books to express themselves and tell their own stories.
Participants are welcome to donate a copy of their zine to be included in our SAPL Zine Collection which is available for public use at Central Library and showcases materials written by, about, and for our community.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Second Floor. 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. Craft and art supplies will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own.
Saturday, October 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, October 20, 2025.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Monday, October 20, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Tween Time
Come create a fun Halloween themed craft!
Alternative activities available.
*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, October 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Habla Conmigo
Join us in English / Spanish conversation. All levels are welcome! Each program we will cover five words and five phrases to learn and work with in a relaxed environment. All done in a fun and practical way! Unase a nosotros en coversacion guiada en espanol / ingles. Todos los niveles son benvenidos ! En cada programa cubriremos cinco palabras y cinco frases para aprender y trabajar en un ambiente relajado. Todo hecho de forma divertida y practica!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Languages. Staff Contact Name: JD ELizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo, Patricia Perez. Audience: Adults.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Queer Crafternoon
Come and play with pastels, knit with nonchalance, delight in doodling! In fact, as long as it gets your creativity flowing, whether it’s sewing or Sudoku, bring your craft of choice and join in. Come chat with fellow crafters or just hang out. We’ll have the option to play a podcast or excerpts from books with queer-centered storylines or queer characters. You can view the listening selections under the “Events” tab at guides.mysapl.org/lgbtq.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Michael Dunbar-Rodney. Staff Contact Number/Email: michael.dunbar-rodney@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: LGBTQ+.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Ponte Brava, Comadre: Celebrating Violeta Garza’s Poetry Book, Brava
Please join us for a lively discussion between two comadres, Violeta Garza-- author of Brava-- and Carmen Calatayud-- author of This Tangled Body and In The Company of Spirits. Conversation topics will range from getting published, to building community among other writers, to being unapologetically yourself, to whatever comes up spontaneously in the moment. There will be a Q&A, and Violeta will be available afterwards to sign copies of her book. Copies of Brava will be available for sale.
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: Violeta Garza & Carmen Calatayud. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: A multilingual poet, educator, and performance doula, Violeta Garza is a classic middle child in a family of Mexican immigrants. She has performed her original poems and stories for Texas Public Radio, The Alamo Chapter for Human Rights, The Center for Refugee Services, and elsewhere. She is inspired by her connection with her Ancestors, good matcha lattes, and Juan Gabriel love songs, especially the loud, petty ones. Her debut poetry chapbook Brava is available via First Matter Press.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Corazon's Mobile Medical Unit
Corazon Ministries will be providing free services through their Mobile Medical Unit, including:
-Syringe exchange & safe drug use supplies
-First aid & wound care supplies
-Blood glucose/blood sugar checks
-HIV & STI testing (including Hepatitis C & Syphilis)
-Pregnancy tests & emergency contraception
-Peer support & case management
-Connection to treatment & ID recovery services
They will be located outside in the breezeway between the parking garage and the library.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Valerie Sauceda. Staff Contact Number/Email: valerie.sauceda2@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Corazon Ministries. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. All Ages.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit corazonsa.org. Tech Time
Join us every Friday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about social media, applications and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device..
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Family Story Time
Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Let's Move!
Join us for fun yoga poses, stretches and more. Bring a towel or mat if you would like. Recommended for children of all ages.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM.
Neurospicy Adult Social
SAPL is hosting a social time for neurodivergent (neurospicy) adults with a place to socialize, play games, draw and have fun in a comfortable, safe space. Join us to spend quality time with other adults with similar neurodivergent conditions and make lasting friendships within our community.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Cynthia de Leon. Staff Contact Number/Email: cynthia.deleon@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Meredith Marks of Neurospicy SA. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Part of Disability Awareness Month.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Event Type(s): Board of Trustees. Staff Contact Name: Edward Mayberry. Staff Contact Number/Email: edward.mayberry@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Additional Info: Agenda will be posted on the City's Agenda Website: sanantonio.primegov.com/public/portal?fromiframe=1
A livestream of the San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees meeting is available via YouTube at
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyrVYLnCuHlISd9ljMqzFWw/live.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Let's Play! Toddlers
Put on your play clothes and join us for a come-and-go style sensory-centered play session for children ages 0-36 months.
Children explore the senses and develop skills through play.
Some of the activities may be messy; play clothes are encouraged.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Digital Security 101
The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself!
In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely.
We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure.
By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
After School Games and More
Stop by after school for games and more. Recommended for school aged children.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, October 24, 2025.
ESL Study Club
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, October 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Gentle Chair Yoga Class
Enjoy the relaxing wellness of yoga in a fun-filled way, led by a professional yoga instructor from I Do Yoga San Antonio organization. This yoga class offers many options to safely stretch and practice breathing exercises using a chair for support for older adults and families of all abilities. Light refreshments will be provided.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Pannaga Prasad. Staff Contact Number/Email: pannaga.prasad@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: I Do Yoga San Antonio Professional Yoga Instructor. Audience: Family. Older Adults.
Friday, October 24, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Friday, October 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, October 25, 2025.
StandUp for Kids Info Table
StandUp for Kids is non-profit organization that provides outreach services, housing support, and other resources for homeless and at-risk youth 13-25yrs, within the San Antonio community.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Jordan Torres. Staff Contact Number/Email: jordan.torres@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Adults.
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.standupforkids.org. Opening Reception Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Join us for the opening reception for Deborah Keller-Rihn's exhibit in the Central Library Gallery. Kaveri Natya Yoga BharatanatyamDance students will perform at 2:30 pm.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages.
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teen Spooktober Party
Get in the spooky spirit at the Teen Library at Central!
- Costume Contest
- Spooky arts & crafts activities
- Movie marathon
- Snacks
Join the party--or not! Feel free to use all areas of the Teen Library: the Music Studio, VR, Switch, Macs.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Rosalie Barrera. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosalie.barrera2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Spooktober Party is for TEENS 13-18 years old only!
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Through The Stacks Book Club
This month we are reading "The Final Girl Support Group" by Grady Hendrix. Lynnette Tarkington is a real-life final girl who survived a massacre twenty-two years ago, and it has defined every day of her life since. And she's not alone. For more than a decade she's been meeting with five other actual final girls and their therapist in a support group for those who survived the unthinkable, putting their lives back together, piece by piece. That is until one of the women misses a meeting and Lynnette's worst fears are realized--someone knows about the group and is determined to take their lives apart again.
We will meet October 25th, 2025 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm to discuss this horror novel.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Marie Swartz Art Resource Center (2nd floor). Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Moser. Staff Contact Number/Email: melissa.moser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults.
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
The Creative Collective
Are you a musician, comedian, actor or other type of creative? The Creative Collective is an open mic meets mixer for people like you! Share your artistry and check out the art of others! We provide the amps, electric guitar, bass, keys and mic - you supply the talent. Bring your own instrument if so inclined. JD will be your MC!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: JD ELizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo. Audience: Adults. All Ages.
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Cine Latino: Macario (1960)
"Macario" is a 1960 Mexican supernatural drama film directed by Roberto Gavaldón and widely regarded by critics and audiences as one of the greatest Mexican films ever made. The story centers on a poor Indigenous woodcutter (Ignacio López Tarso) living in Colonial Mexico on the eve of the Day of the Dead, and his encounter with the Devil, God, and Death.
This special screening (the film is unavailable through commercial streaming platforms or physical media distribution in the United States) offers a rare opportunity to engage with the work and explore its significant historical and cultural contributions to Mexican cinema. This program is presented by Central Library's Latino Collection & Resource Center in partnership with the Mexican Consulate of San Antonio and the Mexican Cultural Institute's Cinema Nights program.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type: Movies. Staff Contact Name: Patricia Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: patricia.perez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center.
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
For more info visit www.imdb.com. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, October 27, 2025.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Monday, October 27, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Tween Time Movie: Labyrinth (PG)
Join us for our Tween Time movie showing of Labyrinth!
Alternative activities available
*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, October 28, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Teen Tuesday, But Make It Last Longer: "Spirit" Week
This week, be ready for:
TUESDAY: 10/28, Halloween Time. Yes--there will be Halloween crafts to make, Halloween snacks to make AND eat, and probably a movie in the background.
WEDNESDAY: 10/29, Sugar Skull Making & Dia De Los Muertos crafts. Try your hand at molding a //calavera// using sugar*, then make other decorations for your own altar decor. (*Please note, the skulls need time to set and can be decorated the next day.)
THURSDAY: 10/30, Dia de Los Muertos Celebration. Decorate a sugar skull, bake a Dia de los Muertos inspired mini-cake, and watch a movie.
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Join in on for all 3 days or pick and choose!
Or don't join in at all--Teen Library has MACs, a VR, a Studio, craft supplies and other things to do. Be here--YOU choose!
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 Times are for teens 13-18 years-old only*.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 4:15 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit instagram.com. Mini Altar Making
Join us to learn about Día de los Muertos altars! Participants will create and decorate mini altars, where they can then place photos of their loved ones in remembrance. Supplies will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own to further customize your mini altar.
¡Acompáñenos a aprender sobre los altares de Día de Muertos! Los participantes crearán y decorarán ofrendas pequeñas, donde podrán colocar fotos de sus seres queridos en su memoria. Se proporcionarán materiales, pero pueden traer los suyos para personalizar aún más su ofrenda.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Marie Swartz Art Resource Center (2nd floor). Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Día de los Muertos. Additional Info: ***Registration is required, each adult must sign-up with their own unique email.***
***Es necesario registrarse, cada adulto debe registrarse con su propio correo electrónico único.***.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
Tech Time
Join us every Friday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about social media, applications and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device..
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Family Story Time
Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Teen Tuesday, But Make It Last Longer: "Spirit" Week
This week, be ready for:
TUESDAY: 10/28, Halloween Time. Yes--there will be Halloween crafts to make, Halloween snacks to make AND eat, and probably a movie in the background.
WEDNESDAY: 10/29, Sugar Skull Making & Dia De Los Muertos crafts. Try your hand at molding a //calavera// using sugar*, then make other decorations for your own altar decor. (*Please note, the skulls need time to set and can be decorated the next day.)
THURSDAY: 10/30, Dia de Los Muertos Celebration. Decorate a sugar skull, bake a Dia de los Muertos inspired mini-cake, and watch a movie.
***
Join in on for all 3 days or pick and choose!
Or don't join in at all--Teen Library has MACs, a VR, a Studio, craft supplies and other things to do. Be here--YOU choose!
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 Times are for teens 13-18 years-old only*.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 4:15 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit instagram.com. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Thursday, October 30, 2025.
Let's Play! Toddlers
Put on your play clothes and join us for a come-and-go style sensory-centered play session for children ages 0-36 months.
Children explore the senses and develop skills through play.
Some of the activities may be messy; play clothes are encouraged.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Digital Security 101
The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself!
In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely.
We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure.
By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
SALSA Veterans Legal Advice Clinic
The Veterans’ Legal Advice Clinic provides limited legal advice and counsel to low-income Veterans on various civil and administrative issues, including:
Housing issues: Tenant disputes, repairs, or security deposit returns.
Employment concerns: Requests/denials of disability accommodations.
Family matters: Child support, divorce, and custody issues.
Financial problems: Tax disputes, mortgage concerns, or consumer issues.
Criminal record relief: Expunctions and non-disclosures.
Veterans-specific concerns: VA benefits and Military Discharge Upgrade actions.
Please Note: The clinic cannot assist with criminal charges, traffic tickets, personal injury cases, or workers’ compensation claims.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Jordan Tores. Staff Contact Number/Email: jordan.torres@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit www.sa-lsa.org. Little Performers
Join us for fun theater games and an open mic for little ones to tell their favorite jokes! Recommended for kids 5 and up.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. 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: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Teen Tuesday, But Make It Last Longer: "Spirit" Week
This week, be ready for:
TUESDAY: 10/28, Halloween Time. Yes--there will be Halloween crafts to make, Halloween snacks to make AND eat, and probably a movie in the background.
WEDNESDAY: 10/29, Sugar Skull Making & Dia De Los Muertos crafts. Try your hand at molding a //calavera// using sugar*, then make other decorations for your own altar decor. (*Please note, the skulls need time to set and can be decorated the next day.)
THURSDAY: 10/30, Dia de Los Muertos Celebration. Decorate a sugar skull, bake a Dia de los Muertos inspired mini-cake, and watch a movie.
***
Join in on for all 3 days or pick and choose!
Or don't join in at all--Teen Library has MACs, a VR, a Studio, craft supplies and other things to do. Be here--YOU choose!
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 Times are for teens 13-18 years-old only*.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 4:15 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit instagram.com. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, October 31, 2025.
ESL Study Club
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
SA Food Bank Food Application Assistance
Need assistance with getting more nutritious food? Come see the San Antonio Food Bank to get hands on help with applying for:
SNAP (formally known as Food Stamps)
TSAP-60 years+ or Disabled
TANF
CHIP/Children's MEDICAID
Adult MEDICAID
Women's Health Care
MEDICARE Cost Sharing
WIC
And other Food Bank Programs!
*Note: Service may be briefly unavailable during representative's lunch break*
For more information contact:
NAME: Florentino Perez
EMAIL: fperez@safoodbank.org
PHONE: (210) 431-8366 Ext: 8366.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Jordan Tores. Staff Contact Number/Email: jordan.torres@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Family. Older Adults.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Final Girls - Double Feature
Join us for a spooky Final Girls movie double feature! We will be screening Companion (2025) starting at 12pm & A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) starting at 2:30pm. Both films are rated R. Light refreshments, including popcorn, will be provided.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Gomez. Staff Contact Number/Email: melissa.gomez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Halloween. Additional Info: No registration required.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, November 1, 2025.
Sound Bath and Yin Yoga
Experience a sound bath and participate in Yin Yoga while surrounded by the art of Deborah Keller-Rihn in the Central Library Gallery.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Christine Elizabeth Studios. Audience: All Ages.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Sugar Skulls/Calaveras de azucar
***Registration is required***.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Patricia Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-2500. Presenter/Instructor: Patricia Perez/Leti Guerra. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Día de los Muertos. Additional Info: Join us in making decorative sugar skulls for the Day of the Dead. All materials are provided. Register online. Únase a nosotros para hacer calaveras de azúcar decorativas para el Día de los Muertos. Todos los materiales se proporcionan. Regístrese en línea.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, November 3, 2025.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Monday, November 3, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Tween Time
The possibilities are endless!
Come join us for some fun activities and hang out with other kids! Some of the activities may be messy.
*For ages 9-12 years old only*.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Habla Conmigo
Join us in English / Spanish conversation. All levels are welcome! Each program we will cover five words and five phrases to learn and work with in a relaxed environment. All done in a fun and practical way! Unase a nosotros en coversacion guiada en espanol / ingles. Todos los niveles son benvenidos ! En cada programa cubriremos cinco palabras y cinco frases para aprender y trabajar en un ambiente relajado. Todo hecho de forma divertida y practica!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Languages. Staff Contact Name: JD ELizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo, Patricia Perez. Audience: Adults.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
Tech Time
Join us every Friday for Tech Time. Each week we will cover different topics about social media, applications and mobile devices. Bring your questions, imagination and your favorite device..
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Family Story Time
Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Thursday, November 6, 2025.
Let's Play! Toddlers
Put on your play clothes and join us for a come-and-go style sensory-centered play session for children ages 0-36 months.
Children explore the senses and develop skills through play.
Some of the activities may be messy; play clothes are encouraged.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Digital Security 101
The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself!
In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely.
We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure.
By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
After School Games and More
Stop by after school for games and more. Recommended for school aged children.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Dark Rhythms & Deep Roots — Latinidad & British Post-Punk
***Registration is required***
Join us for a compelling evening with author Richard T. Rodriguez and special guest panelists, as we discuss his book, A Kiss Across the Ocean: Transatlantic Intimacies of British Post-Punk & US Latinidad, exploring the deep, surprising relationship between British post-punk music and Latinx cultural identity.
From Joy Division’s haunting minimalism to Siouxsie and the Banshees’ theatrical goth sound, British post-punk and new wave music struck a powerful chord with generations of Latinos across the Americas. But why does this dark, melancholic music speak so strongly to a community rich in rhythm, warmth, and cultural pride?
Drawing on personal stories, music history, and cultural analysis, Rodriguez uncovers how themes of alienation, identity, resistance, and emotional expression resonate deeply with the diasporic Latinx experience. Whether it’s the introspection of The Cure or the rebellious edge of Bauhaus, these sounds became a soundtrack for belonging and transformation…
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: Richard T. Rodriguez & Marisela Barrera. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Additional Info: Moderated by Marisela Barrera – Tejana Teatrista/Profesora
Special guest panelists:
Horrorchata – Co-founder of Bushwig Festival
Noemi Esquivel – Tonsorial Artist.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, November 7, 2025.
ESL Study Club
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, November 8, 2025.
Mehregan: Ancient Persian Autumn Festival 2025
You are invited to the fifth annual Mehregan Persian Ancient Autumn Festival. The event, which is free and open to the public, highlights and celebrates Persian culture and arts through this year's theme of Persian Mythology. The festival will feature the mythological characters of Persian literature that helped shape the history, future, and present-day lives of Iranians. Food, live performances and a vendor market will also be part of this year's festival.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Foyer. Gallery. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura. Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov. Audience: All Ages. Additional Info: This event is sponsored by MEHR Foundation, San Antonio Public Library, and the City of San Antonio's Department of Arts and Culture. Free parking with validation is available for up to 3 hours in the Central Library Garage.
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, November 10, 2025.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Monday, November 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. An Evening with Curtis Chin
***Registration is required***
Author Curtis Chin will share stories from his memoir Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant, exploring his experiences growing up Chinese American and gay in 1980s Detroit. The evening will highlight themes of family, identity, and the role of his family's restaurant as a cultural and community hub. Books will be available for purchase, and Mr. Chin will sign copies following the talk.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Morgan Yoshimura. Staff Contact Number/Email: morgan.yoshimura@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Curtis Chin. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: LGBTQ+.
Monday, November 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit www.curtisfromdetroit.com. Veteran's Day
All libraries will be closed.
Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
All Library Locations.
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Family Story Time
Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Introduction to Journaling
Introduction to Journaling is a gathering dedicated to exploring different forms of journaling techniques. By writing things down, you can externalize your thoughts, which can make them easier to understand and manage. This program will help you to get a start on your own journaling adventure in a safe and fun environment.
***Registration is required***.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Kristin Gutierrez. Staff Contact Number/Email: kristin.gutierrez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Materials will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own photos, scrap paper, journal, and other art supplies.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Thursday, November 13, 2025.
Let's Play! Toddlers
Put on your play clothes and join us for a come-and-go style sensory-centered play session for children ages 0-36 months.
Children explore the senses and develop skills through play.
Some of the activities may be messy; play clothes are encouraged.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Digital Security 101
The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself!
In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely.
We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure.
By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Color Me Vinyl
Get artsy! Make fun art projects and enjoy family friendly vinyl records in the background. Recommended for children 5 and up. Some of the activities may be messy; so please dress accordingly.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, November 14, 2025.
ESL Study Club
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, November 15, 2025.
Zine Lab Monthly
Join us for Zine Lab Monthly to learn about zines and the basics of creating your own self-published works! Craft and art supplies will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own
A zine (pronounced ZEEN) is an independently published magazine or booklet. Using provided supplies, folks can create their own artistic mini books to express themselves and tell their own stories.
Participants are welcome to donate a copy of their zine to be included in our SAPL Zine Collection which is available for public use at Central Library and showcases materials written by, about, and for our community.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Second Floor. 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. Craft and art supplies will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, November 17, 2025.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Monday, November 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Tween Time
The possibilities are endless!
Come join us for some fun activities and hang out with other kids! Some of the activities may be messy.
*For ages 9-12 years old only*.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Ashley Palacios. Staff Contact Number/Email: ashley.palacios@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Habla Conmigo
Join us in English / Spanish conversation. All levels are welcome! Each program we will cover five words and five phrases to learn and work with in a relaxed environment. All done in a fun and practical way! Unase a nosotros en coversacion guiada en espanol / ingles. Todos los niveles son benvenidos ! En cada programa cubriremos cinco palabras y cinco frases para aprender y trabajar en un ambiente relajado. Todo hecho de forma divertida y practica!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Languages. Staff Contact Name: JD ELizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo, Patricia Perez. Audience: Adults.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Queer Crafternoon
Come and play with pastels, knit with nonchalance, delight in doodling! In fact, as long as it gets your creativity flowing, whether it’s sewing or Sudoku, bring your craft of choice and join in. Come chat with fellow crafters or just hang out. We’ll have the option to play a podcast or excerpts from books with queer-centered storylines or queer characters. You can view the listening selections under the “Events” tab at guides.mysapl.org/lgbtq.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Michael Dunbar-Rodney. Staff Contact Number/Email: michael.dunbar-rodney@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: LGBTQ+.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
Family Story Time
Bring the whole family and join in the fun with stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Ages 0-5.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Story Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Shannon Seglin. Staff Contact Number/Email: shannon.seglin@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Gentle Chair Yoga Class
Enjoy the relaxing wellness of yoga in a fun-filled way, led by a professional yoga instructor from I Do Yoga San Antonio organization. This yoga class offers many options to safely stretch and practice breathing exercises using a chair for support for older adults and families of all abilities. Light refreshments will be provided.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Pannaga Prasad. Staff Contact Number/Email: pannaga.prasad@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: I Do Yoga San Antonio Professional Yoga Instructor. Audience: Family. Older Adults.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Thursday, November 20, 2025.
Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week: Grab N' Go
The program aims to serve as many people as possible, but will be subject to first come, first serve within the 10am-4pm timeframe.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Foyer. Plaza. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Amber McGinnis. Staff Contact Number/Email: amber.mcginnis@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: San Antonio Public Library, DHS, SAFD, P.A.T.H. San Antonio Food Bank, and more. Audience: Older Adults. Family. Adults. Additional Info: Each year, during the week of November 15th - 21st is Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week. We are partnering with the City of San Antonio's DHS, SAFD, and the Food Bank to bring direct services to patrons most in need. We will also be partnering with P.A.T.H. (Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness), Catholic Ministries, and more.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Let's Play! Toddlers
Put on your play clothes and join us for a come-and-go style sensory-centered play session for children ages 0-36 months.
Children explore the senses and develop skills through play.
Some of the activities may be messy; play clothes are encouraged.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Play & Learn. Staff Contact Name: Kara Bailey. Staff Contact Number/Email: Kara.Bailey2@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Digital Security 101
The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself!
In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely.
We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure.
By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Friday, November 21, 2025.
ESL Study Club
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 10:00 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, November 21, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, November 22, 2025.
Borinquen: Memories of the Island
This intimate collection of paintings and 3D casita sculptures—crafted from wooden sticks, clothespins, and found materials—captures the essence of daily life in Puerto Rico during the 1950s and 1960s. Artists Alba Rosario and Efraín Rosario draw from personal memories to portray a time marked by resilience, ingenuity, and the quiet dignity of island living.
Each piece serves as a visual narrative, celebrating the resourcefulness of those who lived with little, yet built lives rich in skill, spirit, and community. From humble homes to vibrant landscapes, Borinquen: Memories of the Island, invites viewers to reflect on the beauty of simplicity and the enduring strength of cultural memory.
Esta íntima colección de pinturas y esculturas de casitas en 3D—elaboradas con palitos de madera, pinzas de ropa y materiales encontrados—captura la esencia de la vida cotidiana en Puerto Rico durante las décadas de 1950 y 1960. Los artistas Alba Rosario y Efraín Rosario se inspiran en recuerdos personales para retratar…
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: Laura Rhodes Jiménez, Alba Rosario & Efraín Rosario. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center.
Saturday, November 22, 2025 – Friday, January 30, 2026.
Borinquen: Memories of the Island - exhibit opening reception
This intimate collection of paintings and 3D casita sculptures—crafted from wooden sticks, clothespins, and found materials—captures the essence of daily life in Puerto Rico during the 1950s and 1960s. Artists Alba Rosario and Efraín Rosario draw from personal memories to portray a time marked by resilience, ingenuity, and the quiet dignity of island living.
Each piece serves as a visual narrative, celebrating the resourcefulness of those who lived with little, yet built lives rich in skill, spirit, and community. From humble homes to vibrant landscapes, Borinquen: Memories of the Island, invites viewers to reflect on the beauty of simplicity and the enduring strength of cultural memory.
Esta íntima colección de pinturas y esculturas de casitas en 3D—elaboradas con palitos de madera, pinzas de ropa y materiales encontrados—captura la esencia de la vida cotidiana en Puerto Rico durante las décadas de 1950 y 1960. Los artistas Alba Rosario y Efraín Rosario se inspiran en recuerdos personales para retratar…
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: Laura Rhodes Jiménez, Alba Rosario & Efraín Rosario. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Latino Collection & Resource Center.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 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): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: JD ELizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo. Audience: Adults. All Ages.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Monday, November 24, 2025.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Monday, November 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
Teen Fall: Open Play @ Teen Library
Choose what you want to do. The Studio will be open. The Switch will be out. The VR is available, too.
Mondays through Fridays afterschool at Teen Library are all yours!
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*Teens 13-18 Only!*
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Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Teen Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Teen Library Staff. Staff Contact Number/Email: 207-2678/kathleen.fordyce@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: *Teen Fall activities are for teens 13-18 years old only!*.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit guides.mysapl.org. Thanksgiving Day
All libraries will be closed.
Thursday, November 27, 2025.
All Library Locations.
Digital Security 101
The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself!
In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely.
We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure.
By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Thursday, November 27, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Day After Thanksgiving
All libraries will be closed.
Friday, November 28, 2025.
All Library Locations.
ESL Study Club
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, November 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art
Being-and-Becoming: Spiritual Evolution through Art is an exhibition spanning 25 years of Deborah Keller-Rihn's spiritually inspired work, from 2000 to 2025. This contemplative collection traces the evolution of Keller-Rihn's artistic and inner journey, revealing a profound engagement with themes of transformation, sacred symbolism, and the search for truth. The show distills decades of spiritual exploration into a series of radiant, meditative images that speak to the essence of being and the continual process of becoming.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Gallery. Event Type(s): Exhibit. Staff Contact Name: Haley Holmes. Staff Contact Number/Email: Haley.Holmes@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Deborah Keller-Rihn. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Arts & Culture.
Saturday, November 29, 2025.
Habla Conmigo
Join us in English / Spanish conversation. All levels are welcome! Each program we will cover five words and five phrases to learn and work with in a relaxed environment. All done in a fun and practical way! Unase a nosotros en coversacion guiada en espanol / ingles. Todos los niveles son benvenidos ! En cada programa cubriremos cinco palabras y cinco frases para aprender y trabajar en un ambiente relajado. Todo hecho de forma divertida y practica!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Languages. Staff Contact Name: JD ELizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo, Patricia Perez. Audience: Adults.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Auditorium. Event Type(s): Board of Trustees. Staff Contact Name: Edward Mayberry. Staff Contact Number/Email: edward.mayberry@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Additional Info: Agenda will be posted on the City's Agenda Website: sanantonio.primegov.com/public/portal?fromiframe=1
A livestream of the San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees meeting is available via YouTube at
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyrVYLnCuHlISd9ljMqzFWw/live.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Digital Security 101
The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself!
In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely.
We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure.
By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Thursday, December 4, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
ESL Study Club
Join us for this beginner-level ESL course is designed for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course focuses on developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Únase a nosotros en este curso de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) para principiantes, diseñado para estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. El curso se centra en el desarrollo de habilidades fundamentales de comprensión auditiva, expresión oral, lectura y escritura para ayudar a los estudiantes a comunicarse eficazmente en situaciones cotidianas.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Denise Cadena. Staff Contact Number/Email: Denise.Cadena@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Denise Cadena & Gerardo Arizpe. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: Registration for this class will be by phone. Please call 210-207-2574 to register, and for additional details.La inscripción para esta clase será por teléfono. Por favor, llame al 210-207-2574 para registrarse y para más detalles.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Staff In-Service
All libraries will be closed until 2:00 pm for Staff In-Service.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
All Locations closed from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
Digital Security 101
The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself!
In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely.
We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure.
By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Zine Lab Monthly - 1 Year Anniversary
Join us as we celebrate the one year anniversary of Zine Lab Monthly! We will have a special zinester guest sharing their zine-making knowledge, a button making station, a photo area, and more! We will also be debuting the new Big Read Zine. This year's BRZ theme is "a journey through wisdom and imagination;" learn more about it at guides.mysapl.org/zines.
Zine Lab Monthly focuses on building a space for folks to get creative and learn about zines and the basics of creating their own self-published works!
A zine (pronounced ZEEN) is an independently published magazine or booklet. Using provided supplies, folks can create their own artistic mini books to express themselves and tell their own stories.
Participants are welcome to donate a copy of their completed zine to be included in our SAPL Zine Collection which is available for in-library public use at Central Library and showcases materials written by, about, and for our community.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Latino Collection & Resource Center. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Eliza Perez. Staff Contact Number/Email: eliza.perez@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Anniversary. Additional Info: No registration required. Craft and art supplies will be provided to use during program, but you are also welcome to bring your own.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Habla Conmigo
Join us in English / Spanish conversation. All levels are welcome! Each program we will cover five words and five phrases to learn and work with in a relaxed environment. All done in a fun and practical way! Unase a nosotros en coversacion guiada en espanol / ingles. Todos los niveles son benvenidos ! En cada programa cubriremos cinco palabras y cinco frases para aprender y trabajar en un ambiente relajado. Todo hecho de forma divertida y practica!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Languages. Staff Contact Name: JD ELizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo, Patricia Perez. Audience: Adults.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Queer Crafternoon
Come and play with pastels, knit with nonchalance, delight in doodling! In fact, as long as it gets your creativity flowing, whether it’s sewing or Sudoku, bring your craft of choice and join in. Come chat with fellow crafters or just hang out. We’ll have the option to play a podcast or excerpts from books with queer-centered storylines or queer characters. You can view the listening selections under the “Events” tab at guides.mysapl.org/lgbtq.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Michael Dunbar-Rodney. Staff Contact Number/Email: michael.dunbar-rodney@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: LGBTQ+.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Digital Security 101
The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself!
In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely.
We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure.
By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Game On!
Come have fun at the library by playing board games or solving puzzles at Central Library. Various board games and puzzle sheets will be provided, so come join us for some fun on the 2nd floor on the 3rd Fridays of every month.
Branch Location: Central Library. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Sheran Awe. Staff Contact Number/Email: sheran.awejr@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Family. Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Join us for some fun-filled board games on the 3rd Fridays of every month. We'll be gathering at the tables in front of the information desk on the 2nd floor. Get ready to roll the dice, make strategic moves, and have a great time with friends old and new.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
The Creative Collective
Are you a musician, comedian, actor or other type of creative? The Creative Collective is an open mic meets mixer for people like you! Share your artistry and check out the art of others! We provide the amps, electric guitar, bass, keys and mic - you supply the talent. Bring your own instrument if so inclined. JD will be your MC!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: JD ELizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo. Audience: Adults. All Ages.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Christmas Eve
All libraries will be closed.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025.
All Library Locations.
Christmas Day
All libraries will be closed.
Thursday, December 25, 2025.
All Library Locations.
Digital Security 101
The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself!
In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely.
We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure.
By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Thursday, December 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Winter Holiday
All libraries will be closed.
Friday, December 26, 2025.
All Library Locations.
Habla Conmigo
Join us in English / Spanish conversation. All levels are welcome! Each program we will cover five words and five phrases to learn and work with in a relaxed environment. All done in a fun and practical way! Unase a nosotros en coversacion guiada en espanol / ingles. Todos los niveles son benvenidos ! En cada programa cubriremos cinco palabras y cinco frases para aprender y trabajar en un ambiente relajado. Todo hecho de forma divertida y practica!
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Chihuly area. Event Type(s): Languages. Staff Contact Name: JD ELizondo. Staff Contact Number/Email: j.d.elizondo@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: JD Elizondo, Patricia Perez. Audience: Adults.
Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
New Year's Eve
All libraries will be closed.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
All Library Locations.
New Year's Day
All libraries will be closed.
Thursday, January 1, 2026.
All Library Locations.
Digital Security 101
The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself!
In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely.
We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure.
By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Thursday, January 1, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Digital Security 101
The internet is awesome—but it can be risky if you don’t know how to protect yourself!
In this class, you’ll learn the basics of staying safe online: from spotting scams and making strong passwords to keeping your personal info private and using social media wisely.
We’ll cover how the real world impacts the digital, your digital footprints, and simple tricks for keeping your devices secure.
By the end, you’ll feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the digital world safely.
Branch Location: Central Library. Room: Learn Center. Event Type(s): Classes (Technology). Staff Contact Name: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Staff Contact Number/Email: Marcel.alvarez@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Marcel Martinez Alvarez. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL.
Thursday, January 8, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.