Calendar

Reindeer Craft

Get ready for the holidays with a festive reindeer collage craft! For all ages, supplies are provided.

Resumes Made Easy

Are you job hunting, but need help with your resume? Learn how to create a resume, update the one you have, or have your resume reviewed by a librarian. No resume? Bring your employment and education history.

Enhanced Library Cards

An Enhanced Library Card is a San Marcos Public Library Card that has a person’s name, picture, and other personal information printed on it. This may possibly be used as a supplement with other documents to prove your identity. Enhanced Library Cards are only available to residents of San Marcos or Hays County ages 18 years and older. Enhanced cards are issued every Monday from 2-4pm on a first come, first served basis. If you cannot come during this time, please e-mail smpl@sanmarcostx.gov to schedule an appointment that meets your needs!

Storytime

Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun.

Gamelan Lipi Awan

Enjoy the captivating sounds of Gamelan Lipi Awan, the Texas State University Balinese percussion ensemble.

1st Wednesday Book Club

Adults gather once a month to discuss a book chosen by the group.

Lego Mania

Ages 4 and up are invited to join us for free play with other Lego-loving kids!

Chess Night

All ages and skill levels are welcome for casual chess games. Chess sets and clocks provided. Come learn and play.

San Marcos Fiber Arts

Join this group to enjoy the fiber craft of your choosing and meet other fiber-loving folks. Bring your own fiber projects to work on. Meets every Wednesday.

Ask a Master Gardener

Master Gardener and staff member, Christi, will be available at a table in the lobby to answer your gardening questions. Stop by and ask Christi your gardening questions.

Comics and Crafts

Discuss your favorite comic books, graphic novels, and webcomics while doing a related craft. This month: ornaments!

Fiber Friends

The library invites you to sit and knit, crochet, weave, sew, or work on any other fiber project in a relaxed atmosphere with good company. Bring your own projects to work on and join us every Friday morning.

Storytime

Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun.

Tech Help Friday

Get free basic technology and computer help every Friday--basic computing skills, Internet, email, Word, Excel, and mobile devices. For ages 18 and up. Registration required--space limited. Where: Conference Room

Bridge Basics 2: Competitive Bidding

Instructor, Mary Cisneros, will teach beginners with an understanding of the game as well as people interested in updating their skills. Includes: Preemptive Opening Bidding, Overcalls and Advances, Takeout Doubles and Advances, the Competitive Auction, and the Stayman Convention. For ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Cover Letters Made Easy

Market yourself and gain an edge in today's job market by learning how to write an effective cover letter. We will discuss components of a cover letter, go over proper formatting, and determine what content to include and what to leave out.

A Very Mermaid Christmas Craft

Visit with a San Marcos River Mermaid and make a mermaid tail ornament for your Christmas tree! For all ages, supplies provided.

Anime Club

Anime watch party with snacks

Chess Tournament

Collage

Join collage artist, Cathy Sparks and create a collage. Collage is the art of creating an image by assembling varied materials on a two-dimensional surface. Supplies are provided, but you are welcome to bring special materials.

Enhanced Library Cards

An Enhanced Library Card is a San Marcos Public Library Card that has a person’s name, picture, and other personal information printed on it. This may possibly be used as a supplement with other documents to prove your identity. Enhanced Library Cards are only available to residents of San Marcos or Hays County ages 18 years and older. Enhanced cards are issued every Monday from 2-4pm on a first come, first served basis. If you cannot come during this time, please e-mail smpl@sanmarcostx.gov to schedule an appointment that meets your needs!

Job Search Help

Let us help you find new employment every step of the way! We will help you find new jobs postings, write your resume, or cover letter, and go into the interview prepared and with confidence.

Holiday Piano Music in the Lobby

Join us for holiday piano music, played by Marc Haygood, in the library lobby!

Writer's Inc.

Join our writer's group of scribes for writing and networking. For ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Storytime

Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun.

Teen Cocoa and Games

Hot chocolate and table top games

Santa at the Library

Visit with Santa and make a Countdown to Christmas craft, so your child can keep track of the days till Christmas!

Resumes Made Easy

Are you job hunting, but need help with your resume? Learn how to create a resume, update the one you have, or have your resume reviewed by a librarian. No resume? Bring your employment and education history.

Life & Home Organizing Series: Decluttering "To Do" Lists

Angelica Dix, a professional organizer, advises how to declutter “To Do” lists.

Chess Night

All ages and skill levels are welcome for casual chess games. Chess sets and clocks provided. Come learn and play.

Holiday De-Stress Workshop

Practice coping skills to relax and be present during the holiday season. Enjoy group discussions, and time to practice self-care techniques. Beneficial for the holidays and any other stressful event in life, so feel free to come fill up your self-care toolbox! Presented by Jani Clark, Youth Recovery Community Center Family Coordinator for Cenikor.

Queer Game Night

6-8 PM, Meeting Room A & B in lobby

San Marcos Fiber Arts

Join this group to enjoy the fiber craft of your choosing and meet other fiber-loving folks. Bring your own fiber projects to work on. Meets every Wednesday.

Shoemaker and the Elves Puppet Show

Join the library puppeteers for the heartwarming Christmas tale of the Shoemaker and the Elves.

Songwriting 101 for Soldiers and Veterans

Guitarist George Ensley talks about songwriting.

Jennifer's Book Chat

If you’d like to start reading outside your comfort zone, this program is for you! Discover new books, authors, and hidden gems within our stacks! Staff member Jennifer will announce a surprise topic, and together the group will select books to discuss at the next meeting.

Fiber Friends

The library invites you to sit and knit, crochet, weave, sew, or work on any other fiber project in a relaxed atmosphere with good company. Bring your own projects to work on and join us every Friday morning.

Shoemaker and the Elves Puppet Show

Join the library puppeteers for the heartwarming Christmas tale of the Shoemaker and the Elves.

Storytime

Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun.

Tech Help Friday

Get free basic technology and computer help every Friday--basic computing skills, Internet, email, Word, Excel, and mobile devices. For ages 18 and up. Registration required--space limited. Where: Conference Room

Job Search Help

Let us help you find new employment every step of the way! We will help you find new jobs postings, write your resume, or cover letter, and go into the interview prepared and with confidence.

Bridge Basics 2: Competitive Bidding

Instructor, Mary Cisneros, will teach beginners with an understanding of the game as well as people interested in updating their skills. Includes: Preemptive Opening Bidding, Overcalls and Advances, Takeout Doubles and Advances, the Competitive Auction, and the Stayman Convention. For ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Wreaths Across America

Volunteer Opportunity to Remember and Honor our Local Veterans.

Teen D&D: Character Backstory and Role Playing

Learn how to develop a backstory for your character and how to bring it to life with role-playing

Navigating the Online Job Search

Learn best practices for online job searches, digital applications, and Zoom interviews.

Enhanced Library Cards

An Enhanced Library Card is a San Marcos Public Library Card that has a person’s name, picture, and other personal information printed on it. This may possibly be used as a supplement with other documents to prove your identity. Enhanced Library Cards are only available to residents of San Marcos or Hays County ages 18 years and older. Enhanced cards are issued every Monday from 2-4pm on a first come, first served basis. If you cannot come during this time, please e-mail smpl@sanmarcostx.gov to schedule an appointment that meets your needs!

Storytime

Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun.

Hollyday Gifts From Nature

Cover Letters Made Easy

Market yourself and gain an edge in today's job market by learning how to write an effective cover letter. We will discuss components of a cover letter, go over proper formatting, and determine what content to include and what to leave out.

Altered Book Art

Altered book art is the practice of using a book as the basis for an art piece or journal. Tanya Turley will lead this fun and interactive altered book art session.

Chess Night

All ages and skill levels are welcome for casual chess games. Chess sets and clocks provided. Come learn and play.

San Marcos Fiber Arts

Join this group to enjoy the fiber craft of your choosing and meet other fiber-loving folks. Bring your own fiber projects to work on. Meets every Wednesday.

Fiber Friends

The library invites you to sit and knit, crochet, weave, sew, or work on any other fiber project in a relaxed atmosphere with good company. Bring your own projects to work on and join us every Friday morning.

Storytime

Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun.

Tech Help Friday

Get free basic technology and computer help every Friday--basic computing skills, Internet, email, Word, Excel, and mobile devices. For ages 18 and up. Registration required--space limited. Where: Conference Room

Bridge Basics 2: Competitive Bidding

Instructor, Mary Cisneros, will teach beginners with an understanding of the game as well as people interested in updating their skills. Includes: Preemptive Opening Bidding, Overcalls and Advances, Takeout Doubles and Advances, the Competitive Auction, and the Stayman Convention. For ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Storytime

Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun.

Resumes Made Easy

Are you job hunting, but need help with your resume? Learn how to create a resume, update the one you have, or have your resume reviewed by a librarian. No resume? Bring your employment and education history.

Chess Night

All ages and skill levels are welcome for casual chess games. Chess sets and clocks provided. Come learn and play.

Queer Game Night

6-8 PM, Meeting Room A & B in lobby

San Marcos Fiber Arts

Join this group to enjoy the fiber craft of your choosing and meet other fiber-loving folks. Bring your own fiber projects to work on. Meets every Wednesday.

Thank You Card Craft

Express your holiday gratitude by making thank you cards for friends and family! For all ages, supplies provided.

Fiber Friends

The library invites you to sit and knit, crochet, weave, sew, or work on any other fiber project in a relaxed atmosphere with good company. Bring your own projects to work on and join us every Friday morning.

Storytime

Children are invited to the library for great stories, songs, and fun.

Tech Help Friday

Get free basic technology and computer help every Friday--basic computing skills, Internet, email, Word, Excel, and mobile devices. For ages 18 and up. Registration required--space limited. Where: Conference Room

Bridge Basics 2: Competitive Bidding

Instructor, Mary Cisneros, will teach beginners with an understanding of the game as well as people interested in updating their skills. Includes: Preemptive Opening Bidding, Overcalls and Advances, Takeout Doubles and Advances, the Competitive Auction, and the Stayman Convention. For ages 18 and up. Registration required.