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): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Joe Bart Watch party: watching a Joe Bart video
You voted; we listened! Joe Bart videos are happening at Teen Club!
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: Dani Toll. Staff Contact Number/Email: dani.toll@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Volunteer Taylor. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: Teen Club is your time to relax, create, spend time with friends, or meet new ones! The activities are picked by you! Come and see! Ages 13-18 only. This Teen Club we'll watch a Joe Bart Video of either his reacting or his other channels.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Guatemalan Worry Dolls
Dive into the enchanting world of Guatemalan Worry Dolls! Uncover their fascinating tradition and learn how to craft these delightful little dolls. 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. Presenter/Instructor: Anfisa Brewer. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Hispanic Heritage Month.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Collins Garden Book Club
The Collins Garden Book Club will discuss Silvia Moreno-Garcia's novel, The Bewitching.
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: "Back then, when I was a young woman, there were still witches." Was how Minerva's great grandmother began her stories and have stayed with her throughout her life. While assembling her thesis, Minerva uncovers that malign force may be at work.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Introduction to Immigration and Naturalization Records
Have you encountered immigrant ancestors in your genealogy research and wondered how to discover more information about them? Join us for an introductory class into accessing the Ancestry Library Edition database as well as the National Archives website to search historical immigration and naturalization records.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Rosa Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-9120. Presenter/Instructor: Lucy Agado. Audience: Older Adults. Adults. Featured Event: Hispanic Heritage Month.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
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, September 17, 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, 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.
Movie: My Family
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we invite you to embark on an extraordinary journey through the lives of three generations of Mexican Americans. Join us for this captivating tale that honors their heritage and legacy. This film is rated R.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Movies. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Hispanic Heritage Month. Additional Info: Presented in partnership with the Mexican American Civil Rights Institute (MACRI).
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 2:00 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): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 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, September 21, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
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, September 24, 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, 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. Music Bingo: Latino
Join the library for Music Bingo: Latino, a fun and engaging program that combines the excitement of bingo with the sounds of Latino 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 A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: Rosa.Villa@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Sunday, September 27, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 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): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 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, September 28, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Fraud Awareness Seminar
Don't become a victim of fraud or scams.
Fraudsters are constantly developing new ways to target individuals, especially seniors. Join the Jefferson Bank Fraud Team for an informative discussion about the latest scams affecting our community and learn practical steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones.
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: Jefferson Bank Fraud Team. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Topics include • Current fraud and scam trends• Elder financial exploitation and senior targeting tactics• Phone, text, email and online scams• Identity theft prevention; account security best practices• What to do if you suspect fraud.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
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, October 1, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
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): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 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, October 5, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
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, October 8, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Harry Potter Party
“Yer a wizard, Harry.”
Join us in celebrating the 25th anniversary of the film Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. We’ll have a Sorting Ceremony, Wand Decorating, Bookmark making, Bottle Cap Magnets, and a Magical Photo Spot. All ages are welcome, and costumes are encouraged.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Audience: All Ages.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Finding Calm Within
Take a gentle pause from the busyness of everyday life and discover simple practices that can help you feel more grounded, centered, and at ease. Heather Aelvoet will introduce Reiki, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT or tapping), meditation, and tools that participants can incorporate into daily life.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Heather Aelvoet. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Bring a yoga mat and come find calm and relaxation.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 4:00 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): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Gina Brudi. Staff Contact Number/Email: Gina.Brudi@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Gina Brudi. Audience: Kids. Family.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Calaveritas Garland
Join us to create Calaveritas (Skull) Garlands, perfect for decorating your home for Halloween or Día de los Muertos. 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, October 13, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
Collins Garden Book Club
The Collins Garden Book Club will discuss Alex Michaelides' novel, The Fury.
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: Ex-movie star Lana Farrar and her closest friends escape the English weather to her private Greek island. But when one of them is murder, old secrets, jealousy, and betrayal come to the surface.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
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, October 15, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Halloween Bash
Don't miss out on our exciting 3rd Annual Halloween Bash! Bring the whole family for a day filled with fun games and creative crafts. Plus, join us as we reveal the winner of the Pumpkin Painting Contest—will it be you? Come celebrate with us!
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 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Family Storytime
Join us for stories, songs and free play. Recommended for five and under.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. 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 22, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Alma Gitana's Flamenco
Don't miss out on an unforgettable afternoon of traditional flamenco dances featuring the talented Alma Gitana Dance Company! Join us for a vibrant celebration of this beautiful art form.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. Event Type(s): Plays & Performances. Staff Contact Name: Rosa A Villa. Staff Contact Number/Email: rosa.villa@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Alma Gitana Dance Company. Audience: All Ages. Featured Event: Hispanic Heritage Month.
Saturday, October 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit almagitanasa.wixsite.com. Family Storytime
Join us for stories, songs and free play. Recommended for five and under.
Branch Location: Collins Garden Library. 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 29, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.