Story Time
Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Child led free play after stories and songs, as well as a simple craft families can do together.
Program is aimed for preschool children and their families; however, all ages are welcome.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
The Thursday Maker Club
Do you love to make stuff? Crochet, cross stitch, draw, etc? Love to talk and eat snacks? Please join us! Bring your own project and socialize with other makers! All are welcome. Ages 55+ encouraged.
Please note: This is not an instructional class and supplies are not provided.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Carroll. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9130/melissa.carroll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Summer with SAPL — Winter in Summer
Be cool at the library! Step into a frosty wonderland filled with cool crafts, snowy experiences, or icy activities. Please wear play clothes — things may get messy! Recommended for kids 5 and older; younger kids need to be accompanied by an adult.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL.
Thursday, July 16, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Reptile Adventure
Featuring live reptiles, learn about their characteristics, adaptations, and habitats. For ages five and up.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Austin Reptile Shows. Audience: Kids. Family. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit austinreptileshows.com. Cook the Book! Cortez Cookbook Club
Discover new flavors and cooking inspiration at our monthly cookbook club. Prepare a recipe at home from the selected cookbook, then bring your finished dish to share and discuss with the group. All skill levels welcome.
This Month’s Selection
TREASURES OF THE MEXICAN TABLE
by Pati Jinich
Copies will be available for checkout. Call to confirm availability or place a hold online.
Choose a recipe from the book, then add your dish to the sign‑up clipboard at the library. You may also call 210‑207‑9130 or email melissa.carroll@sanantonio.gov to let us know your selection so we can avoid duplications.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Book Group & Literary. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Carroll. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9130/melissa.carroll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Additional Info: Please note: Participants are encouraged to bring their own utensils, plates, serving utensils, and to‑go containers. We cannot guarantee that any dishes will be allergen‑free; please use caution if you have food allergies or sensitivities and inform the group of any relevant allergies. Alcohol is not permitted.
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit mysapl.bibliocommons.com. Game & Chess Night at Cortez
Come hang out with us every Monday night and unwind. Enjoy board games, chess, card games, music, coloring, or simply relax and make new friends. We can’t wait to see you!
This program is intended for adults.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Languages. Staff Contact Name: Madeline Vasquez. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9130. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Summer with SAPL for Adults.
Monday, July 20, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Teen Time
What we do depends on you! Activities will vary weekly, play games, create, watch movies, eat and make friends. Ages 13-18 only :).
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: ciana. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ciana.Flores@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: For clarification's sake, this is for TEENS 13-18 ONLY, please and thank you!
Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Craft Night for Adults: Upcycled Book Vases
Turn an old hardcover book into a beautiful upcycled standing vase and fill it with flowers for a unique decorative piece.
Bring a hardcover book from home or choose one provided by the library.
All other supplies will be provided.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Carroll. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9130/melissa.carroll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Summer with SAPL for Adults.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Getting Crafty
Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Whether you're looking for a craft to do with a group, or you want to work on your personal craft, this is the craft class for you! Come join us and make new friends.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann Paredes. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Getting Crafty every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Cortez!
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Story Time
Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Child led free play after stories and songs, as well as a simple craft families can do together.
Program is aimed for preschool children and their families; however, all ages are welcome.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
The Thursday Maker Club
Do you love to make stuff? Crochet, cross stitch, draw, etc? Love to talk and eat snacks? Please join us! Bring your own project and socialize with other makers! All are welcome. Ages 55+ encouraged.
Please note: This is not an instructional class and supplies are not provided.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Carroll. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9130/melissa.carroll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Summer with SAPL — Foil Fun
Shimmer, color, and texture! Oh foil! Experiment with foil! Turn simple foil into dazzling, imaginative masterpieces or test your engineering skills. Recommended for kids 5 and older; younger kids need to be accompanied by an adult.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Game & Chess Night at Cortez
Come hang out with us every Monday night and unwind. Enjoy board games, chess, card games, music, coloring, or simply relax and make new friends. We can’t wait to see you!
This program is intended for adults.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Languages. Staff Contact Name: Madeline Vasquez. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9130. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Summer with SAPL for Adults.
Monday, July 27, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Essential Resources for Small Business Owners
Starting or running a business can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. San Antonio has a wide network of organizations, mentors, and programs designed to support entrepreneurs at every stage - from ideation to succession planning.
In this workshop, you’ll learn about local resources in San Antonio available to help you start, grow, or strengthen your business. We’ll explore common challenges entrepreneurs face and highlight organizations, tools, and programs that can provide guidance along the way.
Whether you're exploring a new business idea, running a side hustle, or growing an established business, this session will introduce you to key resources across the San Antonio small business ecosystem, including programs available through Launch SA.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Jobs & Small Business. Staff Contact Name: Michelle Rickman. Staff Contact Number/Email: (210) 207-2641 / michelle.rickman@sanantonio.gov. Presenter/Instructor: Launch SA. Audience: Adults. Featured Event: Learn at SAPL. Additional Info: This program is part of the 2026 Library Roadshow series, highlighting resources and opportunities for small business owners in San Antonio, presented by Launch SA.
Tuesday, July 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit launchsa.org. Teen Time
What we do depends on you! Activities will vary weekly, play games, create, watch movies, eat and make friends. Ages 13-18 only :).
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: ciana. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ciana.Flores@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: For clarification's sake, this is for TEENS 13-18 ONLY, please and thank you!
Tuesday, July 28, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Craft Night for Adults: Book Bedazzling
Add some sparkle to your bookshelf by decorating a book cover using colorful rhinestones. This viral “Book Bedazzling” trend is easy to learn and surprisingly relaxing. Bring a book from home or choose one provided by the library. All other supplies will be provided.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Carroll. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9130/melissa.carroll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults. Featured Event: Summer with SAPL for Adults.
Tuesday, July 28, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Getting Crafty
Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Whether you're looking for a craft to do with a group, or you want to work on your personal craft, this is the craft class for you! Come join us and make new friends.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann Paredes. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Getting Crafty every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Cortez!
Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Story Time
Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Child led free play after stories and songs, as well as a simple craft families can do together.
Program is aimed for preschool children and their families; however, all ages are welcome.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Thursday, July 30, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
The Thursday Maker Club
Do you love to make stuff? Crochet, cross stitch, draw, etc? Love to talk and eat snacks? Please join us! Bring your own project and socialize with other makers! All are welcome. Ages 55+ encouraged.
Please note: This is not an instructional class and supplies are not provided.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Melissa Carroll. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9130/melissa.carroll@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Thursday, July 30, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Summer with SAPL — Superhero Academy
Are you faster than lightning? Can you leap buildings in a single bound? Train to be a superhero by trying a variety of fun physical and mental challenges! Try our obstacles and activities and then create your own! Recommended for kids 5 and older; younger kids need to be accompanied by an adult.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): School-Age Kids. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Featured Event: Children's Summer with SAPL.
Thursday, July 30, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Teen Time
What we do depends on you! Activities will vary weekly, play games, create, watch movies, eat and make friends. Ages 13-18 only :).
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: ciana. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ciana.Flores@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: For clarification's sake, this is for TEENS 13-18 ONLY, please and thank you!
Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Getting Crafty
Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Whether you're looking for a craft to do with a group, or you want to work on your personal craft, this is the craft class for you! Come join us and make new friends.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann Paredes. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Getting Crafty every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Cortez!
Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Story Time
Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Child led free play after stories and songs, as well as a simple craft families can do together.
Program is aimed for preschool children and their families; however, all ages are welcome.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Thursday, August 6, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Getting Crafty
Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Whether you're looking for a craft to do with a group, or you want to work on your personal craft, this is the craft class for you! Come join us and make new friends.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann Paredes. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Getting Crafty every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Cortez!
Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Story Time
Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Child led free play after stories and songs, as well as a simple craft families can do together.
Program is aimed for preschool children and their families; however, all ages are welcome.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Thursday, August 13, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Getting Crafty
Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Whether you're looking for a craft to do with a group, or you want to work on your personal craft, this is the craft class for you! Come join us and make new friends.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann Paredes. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Getting Crafty every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Cortez!
Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 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.
Teen Time
What we do depends on you! Activities will vary weekly, play games, create, watch movies, eat and make friends. Ages 13-18 only :).
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: ciana. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ciana.Flores@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: For clarification's sake, this is for TEENS 13-18 ONLY, please and thank you!
Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Getting Crafty
Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Whether you're looking for a craft to do with a group, or you want to work on your personal craft, this is the craft class for you! Come join us and make new friends.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann Paredes. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Getting Crafty every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Cortez!
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Story Time
Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Child led free play after stories and songs, as well as a simple craft families can do together.
Program is aimed for preschool children and their families; however, all ages are welcome.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Teen Time
What we do depends on you! Activities will vary weekly, play games, create, watch movies, eat and make friends. Ages 13-18 only :).
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: ciana. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ciana.Flores@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: For clarification's sake, this is for TEENS 13-18 ONLY, please and thank you!
Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Getting Crafty
Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Whether you're looking for a craft to do with a group, or you want to work on your personal craft, this is the craft class for you! Come join us and make new friends.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann Paredes. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Getting Crafty every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Cortez!
Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Story Time
Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Child led free play after stories and songs, as well as a simple craft families can do together.
Program is aimed for preschool children and their families; however, all ages are welcome.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Thursday, September 3, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Labor Day
All libraries will be closed.
Monday, September 7, 2026.
All Library Locations.
Teen Time
What we do depends on you! Activities will vary weekly, play games, create, watch movies, eat and make friends. Ages 13-18 only :).
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: ciana. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ciana.Flores@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: For clarification's sake, this is for TEENS 13-18 ONLY, please and thank you!
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Getting Crafty
Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Whether you're looking for a craft to do with a group, or you want to work on your personal craft, this is the craft class for you! Come join us and make new friends.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann Paredes. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Getting Crafty every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Cortez!
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Story Time
Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Child led free play after stories and songs, as well as a simple craft families can do together.
Program is aimed for preschool children and their families; however, all ages are welcome.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Teen Time
What we do depends on you! Activities will vary weekly, play games, create, watch movies, eat and make friends. Ages 13-18 only :).
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: ciana. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ciana.Flores@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: For clarification's sake, this is for TEENS 13-18 ONLY, please and thank you!
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Getting Crafty
Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Whether you're looking for a craft to do with a group, or you want to work on your personal craft, this is the craft class for you! Come join us and make new friends.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann Paredes. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Getting Crafty every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Cortez!
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Story Time
Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Child led free play after stories and songs, as well as a simple craft families can do together.
Program is aimed for preschool children and their families; however, all ages are welcome.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Teen Time
What we do depends on you! Activities will vary weekly, play games, create, watch movies, eat and make friends. Ages 13-18 only :).
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: ciana. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ciana.Flores@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: For clarification's sake, this is for TEENS 13-18 ONLY, please and thank you!
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Getting Crafty
Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Whether you're looking for a craft to do with a group, or you want to work on your personal craft, this is the craft class for you! Come join us and make new friends.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann Paredes. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Getting Crafty every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Cortez!
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Story Time
Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Child led free play after stories and songs, as well as a simple craft families can do together.
Program is aimed for preschool children and their families; however, all ages are welcome.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Teen Time
What we do depends on you! Activities will vary weekly, play games, create, watch movies, eat and make friends. Ages 13-18 only :).
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: ciana. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ciana.Flores@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: For clarification's sake, this is for TEENS 13-18 ONLY, please and thank you!
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Getting Crafty
Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Whether you're looking for a craft to do with a group, or you want to work on your personal craft, this is the craft class for you! Come join us and make new friends.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann Paredes. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Getting Crafty every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Cortez!
Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Story Time
Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Child led free play after stories and songs, as well as a simple craft families can do together.
Program is aimed for preschool children and their families; however, all ages are welcome.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Teen Time
What we do depends on you! Activities will vary weekly, play games, create, watch movies, eat and make friends. Ages 13-18 only :).
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: ciana. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ciana.Flores@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: For clarification's sake, this is for TEENS 13-18 ONLY, please and thank you!
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Getting Crafty
Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Whether you're looking for a craft to do with a group, or you want to work on your personal craft, this is the craft class for you! Come join us and make new friends.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann Paredes. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Getting Crafty every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Cortez!
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Story Time
Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Child led free play after stories and songs, as well as a simple craft families can do together.
Program is aimed for preschool children and their families; however, all ages are welcome.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Teen Time
What we do depends on you! Activities will vary weekly, play games, create, watch movies, eat and make friends. Ages 13-18 only :).
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Whatev. Staff Contact Name: ciana. Staff Contact Number/Email: Ciana.Flores@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Teens. Additional Info: For clarification's sake, this is for TEENS 13-18 ONLY, please and thank you!
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Getting Crafty
Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Whether you're looking for a craft to do with a group, or you want to work on your personal craft, this is the craft class for you! Come join us and make new friends.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Jo Ann Paredes. Staff Contact Number/Email: joann.paredes@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Adults. Additional Info: Join us for Getting Crafty every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Cortez!
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Story Time
Children and their grownups listen to stories and enjoy simple, shared activities. A time for families to have fun together while developing early literacy skills and fostering curiosity. Child led free play after stories and songs, as well as a simple craft families can do together.
Program is aimed for preschool children and their families; however, all ages are welcome.
Branch Location: Cortez Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Linda Childs. Staff Contact Number/Email: Linda.Childs@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.