Baby Story Time
Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme and repetition. Recommended for babies 0-18 months and their caregivers.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Tuesday, December 5, 2023, 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM.
Outdoor Family Story Time
Let's share stories, songs, rhymes and more at an interactive program for children 5 and younger. Bring chairs or blankets if you'd like, and we'll meet on the playground. Stay for play time after the program.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: In the event of extreme weather or rain, we will meet inside the library.
Wednesday, December 6, 2023, 10:10 AM – 11:00 AM.
Let's Build: LEGO Time
It’s time to build! Join us and be creative with LEGOs! Recommended for school-age children. Bring a camera to take a picture of your masterpiece!
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Wednesday, December 6, 2023, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Senior Medicare Class
Do you have questions about Medicare? Join us for an educational and informational session with independent insurance expert, Anishalin Helms, who can answer your questions about the ins and outs of the Medicare system.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Classes & Instruction. Staff Contact Name: Dan Garcia. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9300. Presenter/Instructor: Anishalin Helms. Audience: Older Adults.
Saturday, December 9, 2023, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Board Game Social
Come game with us @ Schaefer. Bring your crew and choose from one of Schaefer's game library titles or play our featured game: Carcassonne, a classic tile placement game.
Open tables are available if you would like to bring your own game.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Dan Garcia. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9300. Presenter/Instructor: Dan Garcia. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Sunday, December 10, 2023, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Robot Roundup
Schaefer Library has a variety of robots and other gadgets. Please join us as we learn to operate these devices together. It’s going to be techtacular! Recommended for school-age children.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Monday, December 11, 2023, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Cardio-Dance Class
Moderate dance/cardio class. Come have fun while working out.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Dan Garcia. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9300. Presenter/Instructor: Darlene De La Garza. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Monday, December 11, 2023, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Baby Story Time
Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme and repetition. Recommended for babies 0-18 months and their caregivers.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023, 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM.
Read to a Dog
Children can practice their developing literacy skills by reading aloud individually to a therapy dog, which will be accompanied by the animal handler. Recommended for young readers 5 and older.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Outdoor Family Story Time
Let's share stories, songs, rhymes and more at an interactive program for children 5 and younger. Bring chairs or blankets if you'd like, and we'll meet on the playground. Stay for play time after the program.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: In the event of extreme weather or rain, we will meet inside the library.
Wednesday, December 13, 2023, 10:10 AM – 11:00 AM.
Story Time: Sing and Stroll with Us
Stroll with us along the Schaefer Trail as we read stories and sing songs. It’s a short walk with stops along the way. Meet at Schaefer’s playground, strollers welcome. This program is for children 5 and younger.
If it’s cold, bundle up! If it’s sunny, wear a hat and sunglasses! If it’s raining, we’ll have to cancel.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, December 14, 2023, 10:10 AM – 11:10 AM.
Fabric Crafts for Beginners
Join us for an introductory fabric crafts class which will feature easy to intermediate projects suitable for older adults, adults, and young adults. Space is limited to 12 participants, and all materials are provided.
This month’s project is fabric stenciling with embroidery iron-on patterns and fabric markers on cloth napkins and zippered coin bags.
Please contact the Schaefer branch library to register.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Dan Garcia. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9300. Presenter/Instructor: Juanita Rivera. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Thursday, December 14, 2023, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Video Games for Kids
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Join us at the Schaefer Library for fun and excitement during our video games program that’s just for kids! You will be able to play popular games such as Mario Kart, Mario Party, Super Smash Brothers, Pokkén Tournament and more! No sign up is required -- just drop in during the scheduled time and grab a controller. Recommended for kids ages 6-12.
Friday, December 15, 2023, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Let's Build: Blocks and More
Join the fun as we build with Straws and Connectors, Blocks and Magne-Tiles! Use your creativity and imagination in this STEAM-inspired program. Recommended for school-age children.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Monday, December 18, 2023, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Cardio-Dance Class
Moderate dance/cardio class. Come have fun while working out.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Room: Meeting Room. Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Event Type(s): Health & Fitness. Staff Contact Name: Dan Garcia. Staff Contact Number/Email: 210-207-9300. Presenter/Instructor: Darlene De La Garza. Audience: Adults. Older Adults.
Monday, December 18, 2023, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Baby Story Time
Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme and repetition. Recommended for babies 0-18 months and their caregivers.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Baby Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Tuesday, December 19, 2023, 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM.
Outdoor Family Story Time
Let's share stories, songs, rhymes and more at an interactive program for children 5 and younger. Bring chairs or blankets if you'd like, and we'll meet on the playground. Stay for play time after the program.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: In the event of extreme weather or rain, we will meet inside the library.
Wednesday, December 20, 2023, 10:10 AM – 11:00 AM.
Let's Build: LEGO Time
It’s time to build! Join us and be creative with LEGOs! Recommended for school-age children. Bring a camera to take a picture of your masterpiece!
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Wednesday, December 20, 2023, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Christmas Eve
All libraries will be closed in observance of Christmas Eve.
Sunday, December 24, 2023.
All Locations.
Christmas Day
All libraries will be closed in observance of Christmas.
Monday, December 25, 2023.
All Locations.
Winter Holiday
All libraries will be closed.
Tuesday, December 26, 2023.
All Locations.
New Year's Eve
All libraries will be closed.
Sunday, December 31, 2023.
All Locations.
New Year's Day
All libraries will be closed in observance of New Year's Day.
Monday, January 1, 2024.
All Locations.
Video Games for Kids
Join us at the Schaefer Library for fun and excitement during our video games program that’s just for kids! You will be able to play popular games such as Mario Kart, Mario Party, Super Smash Brothers, and more! No sign up is required -- just drop in during the scheduled time and grab a controller. Recommended for school-age kids.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Isaai Ortega. Staff Contact Number/Email: isaai.ortega@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Friday, January 5, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Outdoor Family Story Time
Let's share stories, songs, rhymes and more at an interactive program for children 5 and younger. Bring chairs or blankets if you'd like, and we'll meet on the playground. Stay for play time after the program.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: In the event of extreme weather or rain, we will meet inside the library.
Wednesday, January 10, 2024, 10:10 AM – 11:00 AM.
Story Time: Sing and Stroll with Us
Stroll with us along the Schaefer Trail as we read stories and sing songs. It’s a short walk with stops along the way. Meet at Schaefer’s playground, strollers welcome. This program is for children 5 and younger.
If it’s cold, bundle up! If it’s sunny, wear a hat and sunglasses! If it’s raining, we’ll have to cancel.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, January 11, 2024, 10:10 AM – 11:10 AM.
Let's Create: Come & Go Art
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Come & Go Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Express yourself! Come to the library for creative, self-directed art activities.
Saturday, January 13, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Tween Tech Time
Are you ready to explore the world of technology and science? Join us for Tween Tech Time, an interactive program exclusively for kids ages 9 to 12. Participating Tweens will be able to interact with a variety of tech gadgets, while discovering the world of STEM.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Isaai Ortega. Staff Contact Number/Email: isaai.ortega@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Saturday, January 13, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Let's Create: Come & Go Art
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Come & Go Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Express yourself! Come to the library for creative, self-directed art activities.
Sunday, January 14, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
All libraries will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Monday, January 15, 2024.
All Locations.
Read to a Dog
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Children can practice their developing literacy skills by reading aloud individually to a therapy dog, which will be accompanied by the animal handler. Recommended for young readers 5 and older.
Tuesday, January 16, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Outdoor Family Story Time
Let's share stories, songs, rhymes and more at an interactive program for children 5 and younger. Bring chairs or blankets if you'd like, and we'll meet on the playground. Stay for play time after the program.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: In the event of extreme weather or rain, we will meet inside the library.
Wednesday, January 17, 2024, 10:10 AM – 11:00 AM.
Let's Build: LEGO Time
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: It’s time to build! Join us and be creative with LEGOs! Recommended for school-age children. All of the creations will be displayed in the library!
Wednesday, January 17, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Let's Build: Blocks & More
Join the fun as we build with Straws and Connectors, Blocks and Magne-Tiles! Use your creativity and imagination in this STEAM-inspired program. Recommended for school-age children.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Monday, January 22, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Outdoor Family Story Time
Let's share stories, songs, rhymes and more at an interactive program for children 5 and younger. Bring chairs or blankets if you'd like, and we'll meet on the playground. Stay for play time after the program.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: In the event of extreme weather or rain, we will meet inside the library.
Wednesday, January 24, 2024, 10:10 AM – 11:00 AM.
Read to a Dog
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Children can practice their developing literacy skills by reading aloud individually to a therapy dog, which will be accompanied by the animal handler. Recommended for young readers 5 and older.
Tuesday, January 30, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Outdoor Family Story Time
Let's share stories, songs, rhymes and more at an interactive program for children 5 and younger. Bring chairs or blankets if you'd like, and we'll meet on the playground. Stay for play time after the program.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: In the event of extreme weather or rain, we will meet inside the library.
Wednesday, January 31, 2024, 10:10 AM – 11:00 AM.
Let's Build: LEGO Time
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: It’s time to build! Join us and be creative with LEGOs! Recommended for school-age children. All of the creations will be displayed in the library!
Wednesday, January 31, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Robot Roundup
Schaefer Library has a variety of robots and other gadgets. Please join us as we learn to operate these devices together. It’s going to be techtacular! Recommended for school-age children.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Monday, February 5, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Outdoor Family Story Time
Let's share stories, songs, rhymes and more at an interactive program for children 5 and younger. Bring chairs or blankets if you'd like, and we'll meet on the playground. Stay for play time after the program.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: In the event of extreme weather or rain, we will meet inside the library.
Wednesday, February 7, 2024, 10:10 AM – 11:00 AM.
Let's Build: LEGO Time
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: It’s time to build! Join us and be creative with LEGOs! Recommended for school-age children. All of the creations will be displayed in the library!
Wednesday, February 7, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Story Time: Sing and Stroll with Us
Stroll with us along the Schaefer Trail as we read stories and sing songs. It’s a short walk with stops along the way. Meet at Schaefer’s playground, strollers welcome. This program is for children 5 and younger.
If it’s cold, bundle up! If it’s sunny, wear a hat and sunglasses! If it’s raining, we’ll have to cancel.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family.
Thursday, February 8, 2024, 10:10 AM – 11:10 AM.
Let's Create: Come & Go Art
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Come & Go Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Express yourself! Come to the library for creative, self-directed art activities.
Saturday, February 10, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Tween Tech Time
Are you ready to explore the world of technology and science? Join us for Tween Tech Time, an interactive program exclusively for kids ages 9 to 12. Participating Tweens will be able to interact with a variety of tech gadgets, while discovering the world of STEM.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Tween Time. Staff Contact Name: Isaai Ortega. Staff Contact Number/Email: isaai.ortega@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Saturday, February 10, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Let's Create: Come & Go Art
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Come & Go Crafts. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Express yourself! Come to the library for creative, self-directed art activities.
Sunday, February 11, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Let's Build: Blocks & More
Join the fun as we build with Straws and Connectors, Blocks and Magne-Tiles! Use your creativity and imagination in this STEAM-inspired program. Recommended for school-age children.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Monday, February 12, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Read to a Dog
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Children can practice their developing literacy skills by reading aloud individually to a therapy dog, which will be accompanied by the animal handler. Recommended for young readers 5 and older.
Tuesday, February 13, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Outdoor Family Story Time
Let's share stories, songs, rhymes and more at an interactive program for children 5 and younger. Bring chairs or blankets if you'd like, and we'll meet on the playground. Stay for play time after the program.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: In the event of extreme weather or rain, we will meet inside the library.
Wednesday, February 14, 2024, 10:10 AM – 11:00 AM.
All Staff Day
All libraries will be closed.
Monday, February 19, 2024.
All Locations.
Outdoor Family Story Time
Let's share stories, songs, rhymes and more at an interactive program for children 5 and younger. Bring chairs or blankets if you'd like, and we'll meet on the playground. Stay for play time after the program.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: In the event of extreme weather or rain, we will meet inside the library.
Wednesday, February 21, 2024, 10:10 AM – 11:00 AM.
Let's Build: LEGO Time
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: It’s time to build! Join us and be creative with LEGOs! Recommended for school-age children. All of the creations will be displayed in the library!
Wednesday, February 21, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Video Games for Kids
Join us at the Schaefer Library for fun and excitement during our video games program that’s just for kids! You will be able to play popular games such as Mario Kart, Mario Party, Super Smash Brothers, and more! No sign up is required -- just drop in during the scheduled time and grab a controller. Recommended for school-age kids.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Gaming. Staff Contact Name: Isaai Ortega. Staff Contact Number/Email: isaai.ortega@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Friday, February 23, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Let's Build: Blocks & More
Join the fun as we build with Straws and Connectors, Blocks and Magne-Tiles! Use your creativity and imagination in this STEAM-inspired program. Recommended for school-age children.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids.
Monday, February 26, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Read to a Dog
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Family Fun. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Additional Info: Children can practice their developing literacy skills by reading aloud individually to a therapy dog, which will be accompanied by the animal handler. Recommended for young readers 5 and older.
Tuesday, February 27, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Outdoor Family Story Time
Let's share stories, songs, rhymes and more at an interactive program for children 5 and younger. Bring chairs or blankets if you'd like, and we'll meet on the playground. Stay for play time after the program.
Branch Location: Schaefer Library. Event Type(s): Story Time. Staff Contact Name: Leslie Elsasser. Staff Contact Number/Email: leslie.elsasser@sanantonio.gov. Audience: Kids. Family. Additional Info: In the event of extreme weather or rain, we will meet inside the library.
Wednesday, February 28, 2024, 10:10 AM – 11:00 AM.