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CLOSURE: San Antonio Public Library

Memorial Day: All SAPL locations closed 
Monday, May 25
All Day

TGIF Book Club

Pruitt Branch Library (5110 Walzem Rd., 78218)
Friday, May 22
10:15 - 11:30 a.m. 

Each month on the fourth Friday, join us as we read and discuss popular book club selections. Read the book and join us for lively discussion, light refreshments, and fellowship with new friends.

Clases de Ciudadan?a 

Las Palmas Branch Library (515 Castroville Rd., 78237)
Friday, May 22
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Academia Am?rica is partnering with Las Palmas Library to provide educational courses for legal residents who qualify to apply for U.S. citizenship. Esta clase ser? en Espa?ol (this class will be in Spanish.)

Tobin Library at Oakwell Friends Preview Book Sale

Tobin Branch Library (4134 Harry Wurzbach, 78209)
Friday, May 22
4 - 6 p.m.

Tobin Library at Oakwell Friends will be holding a preview sale. The event is open to all Friends of the San Antonio Public Library members. Membership can be obtained at the door. Everyone is welcome to join the Friends of the San Antonio Public Library.

La Tertulia Spanish Language Book Group

Brook Hollow Branch Library (530 Heimer, 78232)
Saturday, May 23
10 a.m. - Noon  

This group meets regularly to read and discuss books in Spanish.

Author Evangelist Brenda Henderson Book Signing 

Carver Branch Library (3350 E. Commerce, 78220)
Saturday, May 23
10 a.m. - Noon 

Meet the author of "Preying Men: The art of Christian Deception," Evangelist Brenda Henderson. This event is sponsored by New Jerusalem Baptist Church.

Tobin Library at Oakwell Friends Book Sale

Tobin Branch Library (4134 Harry Wurzbach, 78209)
Saturday, May 23
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 

Come find all types of bargains on hardcovers, paperbacks, children's books and various media. Come support the Tobin Library at Oakwell Friends.

DIY U Intermediate Woodcarving 201 & 202 

Parman Branch Library (20735 Wilderness Oak, 78258)
Saturday, May 23
1 - 5 p.m.

Members of the Alamo Area Woodcarvers will teach techniques to carve an intermediate piece in this two part class. Second session takes place on May 30. By registering for this event, you will be registered for both 201 and 202. Registration is required. To register, visit the events calendar at mysapl.org or call 210-207-2703.

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Online Job Search Class

Central Library (600 Soledad St., 78205)
Saturday, May 23
2 - 3:30 p.m.
Make sure you have everything you need before you start your online job search. We'll go over references, education and work history, and common mistakes.

Cortez Film Club

Cortez Branch Library (2803 Hunter Blvd., 78224)
Saturday, May 23
2 - 4 p.m.
The Cortez Film Club gathers for another in-depth discussion of film styles. May's style focus is musicals! We will discuss "Singin' in the Rain." Copies of "Singin' in the Rain" will be available for pick up at the Cortez reference desk.

Fourth Saturday Game Club

Semmes Branch Library (15060 Judson Rd., 78247)
Saturday, May 23
2 - 4 p.m.
Do you love tabletop games? Bring the family and enjoy playing a game together. The San Antonio GAMExpo group will be hosting this monthly activity. Each month you will be able to play a new game or an old favorite. Please join us!

Unique Aspects of Treating Bipolar Disorder in Hispanics 

Mission Branch Library (3134 Roosevelt Ave., 78214)
Saturday, May 23
2 - 4 p.m. 

Dr. Jodi Gonzalez Arnold of University of Texas Health Science Center will provide updates on the most current psychological approaches to treating bipolar disorder. She will discuss her research with Hispanic populations and how culture may impact various aspects of treatment.

Teen Time

Encino Branch Library (2515 E. Evans, 78259)
Saturday, May 23
2 - 3:30 p.m.
Join the teens at Encino for crafts, playing video games or life-sized board games, watching movies, making awesome treats, or just hanging out after a busy day! Bring your ideas for future teen times and a friend! This program is for ages 13 to 18 only.

Aging Issues & Concerns in the LGBT Community

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Landa Branch Library (233 Bushnell, 78212)
Saturday, May 23
4 - 6 p.m. 

Donna Teall from the Bexar Area Agency on Aging of the Alamo Area Council of Governments will present a program on aging and related issues in the LGBT community. There will be a time for questions and answers after the program. Refreshments will be served.

Tea Tasting

Maverick Branch Library (8700 Mystic Park, 78254)
Saturday, May 23
4 - 5 p.m.

In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, enjoy our Asian tea tastings. Three different types of Asian teas will be offered to explain how the different cultures within Asia are united through their love of tea.

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Cortez Branch Library (2803 Hunter Blvd., 78224)
Sunday, May 24
12:45 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. 

This class will be offering the basics of conversational skills. Students will be able to practice speaking, reading and writing English at a basic level.

LEARN at sapl Tech Sunday

Westfall Branch Library (6111 Rosedale Ct., 78201)
Sunday, May 24
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Please join our free hands-on training sessions! We will provide you with tips, shortcuts, and other computer and technology skills, ranging from tablets, laptops, smartphones, Google, Microsoft, apps, social media and much more!

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Technology Questions Answered

Central Library (600 Soledad St., 78205)
Sunday, May 24
2 - 3 p.m. 

If you have questions about library digital offerings including eReader questions, basic computing, tablets, smartphones, the internet or software; ask your questions at our Technology Questions Answered open forum.

Game Day

Brook Hollow Branch Library (530 Heimer, 78232)
Sunday, May 24
3 - 6 p.m.

A variety of table top games, including some featured on the Geek & Sundry web series, will be available to play in the library's meeting room. Bring a group or come alone; play an old favorite or try something new!

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Mercury and your Health

Carver Branch Library (3350 E. Commerce, 78220)
Sunday, May 24
4 - 6 p.m.

Join us as health specialist Vicente Garcia discusses how this poison can enter and affect your life without you even knowing about it.

Violins & Vocals

Maverick Branch Library (8700 Mystic Park, 78254) 

Saturday, May 23 

Noon - 1 p.m.


Brook Hollow Branch Library (530 Heimer, 78232) 

Saturday, May 23 

2 - 2:30 p.m.


Memorial Branch Library (3222 Culebra Rd., 78228) 

Saturday, May 23 

3:30 - 4:30 p.m. 
Join us for this performance by the Northside Music School group.

Classical Indian Dance: Bharatantyam

Maverick Branch Library (8700 Mystic Park, 78254) 

Saturday, May 23
1 - 2 p.m.

 

Parman Branch Library (20735 Wilderness Oak, 78258) 

Saturday, May 23
2 - 3 p.m.

 

Memorial Branch Library (3222 Culebra Rd., 78228) 

Sunday, May 24
2 - 3 p.m.

Bharatanatyam is a classical Indian dance form that originated in the temples of South India and comes alive through the zealous performances of the dancers. It is known for its grace, purity, tenderness, and sculpturesque poses. This spiritual dance embodies the rich mythological heritage of India and represents the culture of India at its best.


For more information on these events and more, 
visit  mysapl.org.