Halloween Bash
Join us for an afternoon of fun—games and crafts for children. The winner of the Pumpkin Decorating Contest will be announced. Fun for all ages.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Halloween.
Saturday, October 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Let's Build: Lego Club
Build! Play! Create! Join us to build with the Lego bricks provided by the library. Please note that all LEGO creations stay at the library. Designed for children ages 5 to 12.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Monday, October 20, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Teen Club @Collins Garden
Teen Club is your time to hang out! Play games, work on arts & crafts, watch movies, catch up with friends. What we do is up to you, and activities change each week! Open to all teens ages 13-18.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Daniella Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniella.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Did you know? Teens age 14-18 can earn volunteer hours by leading this, or any other event or activity for teens at the Library! https://guides.mysapl.org/teenvolunteers.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Family Story Time
Join us for stories, songs and free play. Recommended for five and under.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Sewing Class
Have you ever wanted to learn how to sew? Led by Alamo Tailoring, this class will teach you the basics of sewing, cutting patterns, and more. You can bring your sewing machine, supplies, and any piece you want to work on!
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ernestina Galvan from Alamo Tailoring. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Friday, October 24, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Medicina Alternativa
¿Alguna vez te has preguntado cómo puedes cuidar de tu salud a través de la medicina tradicional? En este curso aprenderás como mejorar tu bienestar física y emocional.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Cindy Pizano. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Friday, October 24, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Family Story Time
Join us for stories, songs and free play. Recommended for five and under.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Sewing Class
Have you ever wanted to learn how to sew? Led by Alamo Tailoring, this class will teach you the basics of sewing, cutting patterns, and more. You can bring your sewing machine, supplies, and any piece you want to work on!
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ernestina Galvan from Alamo Tailoring. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Medicina Alternativa
¿Alguna vez te has preguntado cómo puedes cuidar de tu salud a través de la medicina tradicional? En este curso aprenderás como mejorar tu bienestar física y emocional.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Cindy Pizano. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Friday, October 31, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Let's Build: Lego Club
Build! Play! Create! Join us to build with the Lego bricks provided by the library. Please note that all LEGO creations stay at the library. Designed for children ages 5 to 12.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Monday, November 3, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Family Story Time
Join us for stories, songs and free play. Recommended for five and under.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Sewing Class
Have you ever wanted to learn how to sew? Led by Alamo Tailoring, this class will teach you the basics of sewing, cutting patterns, and more. You can bring your sewing machine, supplies, and any piece you want to work on!
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ernestina Galvan from Alamo Tailoring. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Medicina Alternativa
¿Alguna vez te has preguntado cómo puedes cuidar de tu salud a través de la medicina tradicional? En este curso aprenderás como mejorar tu bienestar física y emocional.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Cindy Pizano. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Friday, November 7, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Author Reading with Antonia Murguia
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Antonia Murguia. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join local author Antonia Murguia as she shares Antonia's Poetic Heart: A Little Chapbook of Poems, an intimate collection that explores the relationships and stories we all carry-blending tenderness, truth, humor, and reflection.
Sunday, November 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Let's Build: Lego Club
Build! Play! Create! Join us to build with the Lego bricks provided by the library. Please note that all LEGO creations stay at the library. Designed for children ages 5 to 12.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Monday, November 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Veteran's Day
All libraries will be closed.
Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
All Library Locations.
Traveling Craft Series for Older Adults
Come join us to make fun crafts and socialize! This series will meet at various San Antonio Public Library locations, and each one will have a unique craft to make. Availability is on a first come basis while space and supplies last.
Craft: Paper roll poinsettia ornament.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Older Adults.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Family Story Time
Join us for stories, songs and free play. Recommended for five and under.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Sewing Class
Have you ever wanted to learn how to sew? Led by Alamo Tailoring, this class will teach you the basics of sewing, cutting patterns, and more. You can bring your sewing machine, supplies, and any piece you want to work on!
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ernestina Galvan from Alamo Tailoring. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Medicina Alternativa
¿Alguna vez te has preguntado cómo puedes cuidar de tu salud a través de la medicina tradicional? En este curso aprenderás como mejorar tu bienestar física y emocional.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Cindy Pizano. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Native Stories with Storyteller Amy Bluemel
Join us for an inspiring event with Amy Bluemel, as she captivates us with enchanting stories from her Chickasaw Nation tribe while also teaching you a few words in their language. Don't miss the chance to experience her rich cultural heritage firsthand!
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Amy Bluemel. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Native Indigenous American Heritage Month.
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Let's Build: Lego Club
Build! Play! Create! Join us to build with the Lego bricks provided by the library. Please note that all LEGO creations stay at the library. Designed for children ages 5 to 12.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Monday, November 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Wowzitude Livestreamed Worldwide Travel
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Presentation & Lecture. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Older Adults. Additional Info: Join us at San Antonio Public Library locations for Wowzitude, an exciting series of livestreamed travel experiences designed for culturally curious older adults. Explore 200+ destinations worldwide through interactive walking tours led by passionate local guides, offering an authentic and unscripted glimpse into diverse cultures, landmarks, and hidden gems. Whether you're a travel dreamer or a lifelong learner, these awe-inspiring tours will spark your curiosity and inspire your next adventure, all while c…
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Bowl Weaving
In celebration of Native American Heritage, embrace the opportunity to learn the traditional art of weaving and connect with a rich cultural legacy. Supplies will be provided, while supplies last.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Native Indigenous American Heritage Month.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Teen Club
Did you know? Teens age 14-18 can earn volunteer hours by leading this, or any other activity for teens at the Library! https://guides.mysapl.org/teenvolunteers.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Daniella Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniella.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to hang out! Play games, work on arts & crafts, watch movies, catch up with friends. What we do is up to you, and activities change each week! Open to all teens ages 13-18.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Collins Garden Book Club
The Collins Garden Book Club will discuss Nicholas Sparks' novel, Counting Miracles. A compelling novel about whether we can change or find peace with the path we've chosen, as Army Ranger Tanner Hughes discovers after his grandmother's death and the shocking revelation she shares with him.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Explore Opera: Pre-K Edition
OPERA San Antonio's Explore Opera: Pre-K Edition brings music and storytelling to life for little learners! Created especially for Pre-K and under, this interactive program uses song, movement and playful characters to introduce opera in a fun and accessible way.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Plays & Performances. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Sewing Class
Have you ever wanted to learn how to sew? Led by Alamo Tailoring, this class will teach you the basics of sewing, cutting patterns, and more. You can bring your sewing machine, supplies, and any piece you want to work on!
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ernestina Galvan from Alamo Tailoring. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Medicina Alternativa
¿Alguna vez te has preguntado cómo puedes cuidar de tu salud a través de la medicina tradicional? En este curso aprenderás como mejorar tu bienestar física y emocional.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Cindy Pizano. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Meet Me at Luke’s: Gilmore Girls Thanksgiving Watch Party & Trivia
Take me to Luke's!
Gilmore Girls Thanksgiving Watch Party & Trivia
Join us for a laid-back evening at Luke’s Diner (well… kinda) as we watch the classic Gilmore Girls Thanksgiving episode, “A Deep-Fried Korean Thanksgiving.”
Make your own Gilmore-inspired bookmark, test your knowledge with a round of trivia, and enjoy the cozy chaos that only Lorelai and Rory can bring.
All ages and Gilmore fans welcome.
Light refreshments provided; you bring the vibes.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Enedina Hernandez Prater. Staff Contact Number/Email: enedina.prater@sanantonio.gov/210-207-9120. Presenter/Instructor: Staff. Audience: Kids. Teens. Adults. Family. Older Adults. All Ages. Featured Event: Pop Culture. Additional Info: All ages.Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Free parking.
Sunday, November 23, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Let's Build: Lego Club
Build! Play! Create! Join us to build with the Lego bricks provided by the library. Please note that all LEGO creations stay at the library. Designed for children ages 5 to 12.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Monday, November 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Teen Club
Did you know? Teens age 14-18 can earn volunteer hours by leading this, or any other activity for teens at the Library! https://guides.mysapl.org/teenvolunteers.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Daniella Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniella.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to hang out! Play games, work on arts & crafts, watch movies, catch up with friends. What we do is up to you, and activities change each week! Open to all teens ages 13-18.
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Thanksgiving Day
All libraries will be closed.
Thursday, November 27, 2025.
All Library Locations.
Day After Thanksgiving
All libraries will be closed.
Friday, November 28, 2025.
All Library Locations.
Let's Build: Lego Club
Build! Play! Create! Join us to build with the Lego bricks provided by the library. Please note that all LEGO creations stay at the library. Designed for children ages 5 to 12.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Monday, December 1, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Teen Club
Did you know? Teens age 14-18 can earn volunteer hours by leading this, or any other activity for teens at the Library! https://guides.mysapl.org/teenvolunteers.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Daniella Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniella.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to hang out! Play games, work on arts & crafts, watch movies, catch up with friends. What we do is up to you, and activities change each week! Open to all teens ages 13-18.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Holiday Craft
Get ready to dive into the holiday spirit! Join us for a delightful day filled with festive films and creative craft ideas that the whole family will love. Don’t miss out on the fun—let’s celebrate together!
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Audience: All Ages.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Holiday Craft
Get ready to dive into the holiday spirit! Join us for a delightful day filled with festive films and creative craft ideas that the whole family will love. Don’t miss out on the fun—let’s celebrate together!
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Audience: All Ages.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Let's Build: Lego Club
Build! Play! Create! Join us to build with the Lego bricks provided by the library. Please note that all LEGO creations stay at the library. Designed for children ages 5 to 12.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Other. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Teen Club
Did you know? Teens age 14-18 can earn volunteer hours by leading this, or any other activity for teens at the Library! https://guides.mysapl.org/teenvolunteers.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Daniella Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniella.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to hang out! Play games, work on arts & crafts, watch movies, catch up with friends. What we do is up to you, and activities change each week! Open to all teens ages 13-18.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
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.
DIY Candle Holders
Join us in the enchanting art of crafting beautiful holiday candle holders that will elevate your tablescape to new heights of charm and warmth. Supplies will be provided, while supplies last.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Teen Club
Did you know? Teens age 14-18 can earn volunteer hours by leading this, or any other activity for teens at the Library! https://guides.mysapl.org/teenvolunteers.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Daniella Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: daniella.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to hang out! Play games, work on arts & crafts, watch movies, catch up with friends. What we do is up to you, and activities change each week! Open to all teens ages 13-18.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Christmas Eve
All libraries will be closed.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025.
All Library Locations.
Christmas Day
All libraries will be closed.
Thursday, December 25, 2025.
All Library Locations.
Winter Holiday
All libraries will be closed.
Friday, December 26, 2025.
All Library Locations.
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.