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Family Storytime

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, August 6, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Sewing Class

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ernestina Galvan from Alamo Tailoring. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: 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! Friday, August 7, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Medicina Alternativa

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Cindy Pizano. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: ¿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. Friday, August 7, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Solar Painting

Join artist Anfisa Brewer of Dirty Bones Creative Co. on the art of Solar Printing. Participants will be guided step by step through the process and walk away with a one-of-a-kind item. Supplies are included and registration is required. ***Registration is required***. 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. Presenter/Instructor: Anfisa Brewer. Audience: Adults. Teens. Older Adults. Saturday, August 8, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit www.dirtybonesdesignco.com.

Teen Club @ Collins Garden

Did you know? Teens ages 14-18 can earn volunteer service hours by leading this event, or any other club for ages 13-18! Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Dani Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: dani.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to create, spend time with friends, or meet new ones! The activities are picked by you! Come and see! Ages 13-18 only. Monday, August 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Nutrition by Addition

Learn about the purpose of inflammation, as well as the sign and symptoms of chronic inflammation. Explore the benefits that lifestyle change can have on your inflammatory load. Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Presentation & Lecture. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Beatriz Hernandez. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: A Community Nutrition Education Coordinator with the San Antonio Food Bank will lead us through these classes. Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 2:00 AM – 3:00 AM.

Basic Car Care

In this presentation, you'll learn how to check tire pressure and tread condition, how to determine which coolant to use and how to check levels on the coolant reservoir. We’ll also cover how to check a battery for corrosion and how to attach jumper cables properly, what types of filters cars have and when to change them, basic safety tips and more! 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. Presenter/Instructor: O'Brien's Automotive. Audience: Teens. Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: This will be a presentation and a show and tell. Programs will begin with a presentation inside and will move outside for a show-and-tell, including time for Q&A. The presentation is for adults and older teens. No registration is required. Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

Wills 101: Know Your Rights & Protect What Matters

Do you have questions about writing a will? Not sure what happens to your home or belongings if you don't have one? Join us for a free "Know Your Rights" presentation on estate planning basics. 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. Presenter/Instructor: San Antonio Legal Services Association. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: San Antonio Legal Services Association will cover what a will does, what your options are, and how to protect your wishes and your family. Attendees will also learn how to sign up for our free October simple wills clinic, where volunteer attorneys can help low-income individuals prepare their will and necessary documents at no cost. Wills clinic services are available to those who financially qualify. Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM. For more info visit www.sa-lsa.org.

Family Storytime

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, August 13, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Sewing Class

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ernestina Galvan from Alamo Tailoring. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: 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! Friday, August 14, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Medicina Alternativa

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Cindy Pizano. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: ¿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. Friday, August 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Friends of the Collins Garden Library Book Sale

Used book sale. All proceeds go to supplies and events at the Collins Garden Branch Library. Includes Easton Press and Folio Society items for sale. Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Book Sale. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Friends of the Collins Garden Library. Audience: All Ages. Saturday, August 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

Music Bingo: Country

Join the library for Music Bingo: Country, a fun and engaging program that combines the excitement of bingo with the sounds of country music. Listen to familiar hits, match songs to your bingo card, and enjoy an afternoon of music, community, and entertainment. Open to all music lovers! Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Community. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Sunday, August 16, 2026, 2:00 AM – 3:00 AM.

Teen Club @ Collins Garden

Did you know? Teens ages 14-18 can earn volunteer service hours by leading this event, or any other club for ages 13-18! Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Dani Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: dani.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to create, spend time with friends, or meet new ones! The activities are picked by you! Come and see! Ages 13-18 only. Monday, August 17, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Collins Garden Book Club

The Collins Garden Book Club will discuss Chris Bohjalian's novel, Hour of the Witch. 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. Older Adults. Additional Info: After her husband drives a three-pronged fork into the back of her hand, Mary Deerfield decides to divorce him. However, with neighbors who are quick to look for signs of witchcraft, Mary must not only fight to escape her marriage but also to avoid being condemned to the gallows. Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Staff In-Service

All libraries will be closed until 2:00 pm for Staff In-Service. Thursday, August 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All Locations closed from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.

Sewing Class

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ernestina Galvan from Alamo Tailoring. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: 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! Friday, August 21, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Medicina Alternativa

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Cindy Pizano. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: ¿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. Friday, August 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Taller de Finanzas Personale

El problema no siempre es cuánto ganas… Sino cóme administras tu dinero. Conoce las herramientas para transformer tu future financiero. 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. Presenter/Instructor: Marisol Arango. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: En esta presentación aprenderás cómo: • Tomar control de tu dinero• Romper el ciclo de deudas• Rescatar tu futuro financiero• Dar los primeros pasos para construer estabilidad financiera. Saturday, August 22, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.

Teen Club @ Collins Garden

Did you know? Teens ages 14-18 can earn volunteer service hours by leading this event, or any other club for ages 13-18! Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Dani Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: dani.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to create, spend time with friends, or meet new ones! The activities are picked by you! Come and see! Ages 13-18 only. Monday, August 24, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Sewing Class

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ernestina Galvan from Alamo Tailoring. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: 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! Friday, August 28, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Medicina Alternativa

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Cindy Pizano. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: ¿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. Friday, August 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Taller de Finanzas Personale

El problema no siempre es cuánto ganas… Sino cóme administras tu dinero. Conoce las herramientas para transformer tu future financiero. 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. Presenter/Instructor: Marisol Arango. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: En esta presentación aprenderás cómo: • Tomar control de tu dinero• Romper el ciclo de deudas• Rescatar tu futuro financiero• Dar los primeros pasos para construer estabilidad financiera. Saturday, August 29, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.

Teen Club @ Collins Garden

Did you know? Teens ages 14-18 can earn volunteer service hours by leading this event, or any other club for ages 13-18! Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Dani Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: dani.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to create, spend time with friends, or meet new ones! The activities are picked by you! Come and see! Ages 13-18 only. Monday, August 31, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Sewing Class

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ernestina Galvan from Alamo Tailoring. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: 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! Friday, September 4, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Medicina Alternativa

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Cindy Pizano. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: ¿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. Friday, September 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Labor Day

All libraries will be closed. Monday, September 7, 2026. All Library Locations.

Sewing Class

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ernestina Galvan from Alamo Tailoring. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: 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! Friday, September 11, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Medicina Alternativa

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Cindy Pizano. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: ¿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. Friday, September 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Teen Club @ Collins Garden

Did you know? Teens ages 14-18 can earn volunteer service hours by leading this event, or any other club for ages 13-18! Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Dani Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: dani.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to create, spend time with friends, or meet new ones! The activities are picked by you! Come and see! Ages 13-18 only. Monday, September 14, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Sewing Class

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ernestina Galvan from Alamo Tailoring. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: 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! Friday, September 18, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Medicina Alternativa

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Cindy Pizano. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: ¿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. Friday, September 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Teen Club @ Collins Garden

Did you know? Teens ages 14-18 can earn volunteer service hours by leading this event, or any other club for ages 13-18! Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Dani Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: dani.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to create, spend time with friends, or meet new ones! The activities are picked by you! Come and see! Ages 13-18 only. Monday, September 21, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Sewing Class

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Ernestina Galvan from Alamo Tailoring. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: 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! Friday, September 25, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Medicina Alternativa

Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Cindy Pizano. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: ¿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. Friday, September 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

The Heroes at the Motorsport Heart of Mexcio

Ask Formula 1 drivers about the Grand Prix with the best atmosphere, and they'll almost all point to Mexico - and that's because, for decades, Mexican drivers, promoters, and fans have played a vital role in shaping the world of motorsport. 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. Presenter/Instructor: Elizabeth Blackstock. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Hispanic Heritage Month. Additional Info: Join award-winning motorsport historian Elizabeth Blackstock for an expansive look at the men, machines, and racetracks that have made Mexico legendary - from the Rodriguez brothers to Carrera Panamericana. Saturday, September 26, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit elizabeth-blackstock.com.

Teen Club @ Collins Garden

Did you know? Teens ages 14-18 can earn volunteer service hours by leading this event, or any other club for ages 13-18! Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Dani Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: dani.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to create, spend time with friends, or meet new ones! The activities are picked by you! Come and see! Ages 13-18 only. Monday, September 28, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Teen Club @ Collins Garden

Did you know? Teens ages 14-18 can earn volunteer service hours by leading this event, or any other club for ages 13-18! Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Dani Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: dani.toll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to create, spend time with friends, or meet new ones! The activities are picked by you! Come and see! Ages 13-18 only. Monday, October 5, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.