FREE TAX AID!

February 4 through April 16

Saturdays at 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Mondays 3:00 to 5:30 PM

Volunteers from AARP will be on hand at the library beginning to provide assistance to the low-income, handicapped, and elderly with filling out their income tax returns. 

Taxpayers who utilize this free, walk-in service should bring a copy of last year's income tax return, a social security card for themselves and all dependents, a photo ID, and any other tax-related information.  E-filing is also offered and those who wish to have their refund direct deposited into their checking or savings account will need to bring a check or a letter from their bank including the bank routing number and account number.

The library also has a wide array of free tax forms for taxpayers to pick up. Some forms and publications have been delayed but those items will be made available as soon as they arrive. For further information, call the library at 393-8200 or inquire at the Information Desk.

LBJ-MLK CROSSROADS MEMORIAL PROJECT:

THREE ARTISTS UNDER CONSIDERATION

MEET THE ARTISTS!

     SEE THE DESIGNS!

           PROVIDE FEEDBACK!

Thursday, February 16, 5:00 to 8:00 PM

Activity Center

Information about the Crossroads Project is on display at the public library.

The LBJ MLK Crossroads Project is a community effort to establish a visible monument at the corner of LBJ and MLK streets in San Marcos, Texas in honor of the work done by President Lyndon Baines Johnson and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. working together. This work has received funding from the City of San Marcos Arts Commission and from community member donations.

Latest news: Three artist teams have been chosen as finalists for this project. All three teams will be visiting San Marcos to present their vision for the LBJ/MLK Crossroads Project. The community is invited to view their work and to comment on the designs. The Arts Commission members are excited to be moving forward on this project.

For more information visit: http://www.lbjmlk.org/

GREAT BOOKS DISCUSSION GROUP

Monday, February 20 at 7:00 PM

Tomorrow and Tomorrow and So Forth by John Updike &

Cathedral by Raymond Carver

Interested in reading and discussing great literature? The Great Books Discussion Group is discussing short stories from The Great Books Foundation Short Story Omnibus which contains a terrific collection of classic stories and contemporary fiction. It is up to date and reflective of recent developments in the genre.

John Updike was an American novelist, poet, short story writer, art critic, and literary critic. He was well recognized for his careful craftsmanship, unique prose style, and prolificness.

Raymond Carver's career was dedicated to short stories and poetry. Carver was nominated in 1984 for his third major-press collection, "Cathedral," the volume generally perceived as his best.

New members are always welcome! The group meets in the library's small conference room. Call 512-392-6470 for more information.

MUSIC AT THE LIBRARY

Tracy Weinberg

Thursday, February 23 at 7:00 PM

Tracy Weinberg will perform a free concert at the San Marcos Public Library on Thursday, February 23 at 7:00 p.m. With a vocal style influenced by Louis Armstrong, Tom Waits, and Leon Redbone, Tracy’s music covers a wide range of blues, folk, swing, and more, reflecting the wide range of music found in the Central Texas area.  This show celebrates the release of his first CD, Mountains of Dreams, original music 56 years in the making.

FREE COMPUTER CLASSES

Wednesdays

at 10:00 AM & 5:30 PM

REGISTRATIOIN REQUIRED

The library offers free classes in basic computer skills, internet searching, email, Microsoft Word and Excel.  Call 393-8200 to register.

VOLUNTEER TO TEACH COMPUTER CLASSES

Teachers are needed to instruct these highly popular classes. Call Susan Smith at 393-8200 to volunteer or ask for a volunteer application at the information desk.

QUESTIONS ABOUT COLLEGE?

GET ANSWERS AT THE LIBRARY!

Walk-In Hours:

Sundays 1:00 - 6:00 PM

Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:00 - 5:00 PM

Or By Appointment

Texas State University-San Marcos and the San Marcos Public Library offer information and assistance at the library two days each week. The College Access Project (CAP) can assist those interested in going to college with searching for colleges, applications, entrance exam fees, and much more.  We will work together to help you with your educational goals.

*Search for colleges
*Fill out applications
*Fill out the FAFSA
*Apply for scholarships and financial aid

YOGA CLASSES

Friday, February 24 at 5:00 PM

The San Marcos Public Library offers a free yoga class designed for all skill levels, and taught by certified Sivananda Yoga Instructor, Tina Baumgartner. Yoga class attendees should wear loose clothing and bring a towel or yoga mat to sit on.   Everyone is welcome and registration is not required.

FREE GED AND ESL CLASSES

The Learning Center office hours are

Monday through Thursday from 1:00 to 4:00 PM and Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.

The San Marcos Public Library and Community Action, Inc. offer free classes for GED, basic skills, and English Language Learners (ELL). For more information about classes call

512-393-8215.

Looking for a job (or a better job)? When the job market is difficult, it’s really important to effectively manage your job search – and your career.

Call the library at (512)393-8200 to make an appointment and get the help you need with résumés, cover letters, job search, and online job applications. Our professional staff will work one-on-one to upgrade the skills you need to find the job you want.

LIBRARY OFFERS TEST PROCTORING SERVICE

Distance learning and Internet classes are growing in popularity and when students need help with access, the library is their destination. From daycare certification to TABC licenses, our reference librarians provide assistance to people every day. Nearly 90 percent of all colleges now offer online classes and when students need to have a test proctored, the library provides this service to residents of Hays County. There is a $10 per test fee and students must register in advance to have their test proctored here. The library also provides testing services for the City of San Marcos food handler permit. Last year we proctored a total of 795 tests and this number is expected to be even higher this year.

PEOPLE-TO-PEOPLE

The Library has a listing of tutors, teachers, speakers, and experts who wish to share their professional and recreational interests with organizations and individuals in the San Marcos area. If you are interested in being included in our file of “experts,” stop by the information desk to fill out a form. If you are looking for a tutor or speaker for an event, stop by the Information Desk and ask for the People-To-People file.

COOL KIDS’ STUFF @ THE LIBRARY!

STORYTIMES FOR TODDLERS

Ages 0 to 2 years

Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:15 AM

STORYTIMES FOR PRESCHOOLERS

Ages 3 to 6 years

Tuesdays and Fridays at 11:00 AM

Children are invited every week to the library for great stories, songs, and fun.  Be sure to check out some books while you are here.

EASY READER COLLECTION

We have re-cataloged and moved our popular Early Reader storybooks to a more accessible location in order to help parents find books appropriate to their child’s reading level. Beginning readers will find plenty of controlled vocabulary books to boost their confidence and get them excited about independent reading. You will find them on the wall opposite the children's DVD collection. The call letters start with ER.