Community Calendar

Help us kick off the first meeting of our Puzzle Club at Molly Pruitt Library! Each month we'll meet to try out a different type of puzzle while enjoying some snacks and conversation. This month we'll try out Murdle, the addicting mystery logic puzzle series.

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You might think that you need to have an Ancestry membership to research your family history, but you don't have to spend any money at all. Join us to learn about sites to help you research your genealogy for (almost) free!

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Kick off National Wellness Month at the McNay as we explore how art can keep us active! In this hands-on, movement-based workshop, Museum educator Emma Ryan will teach participants how to make their own hula-hoops using irrigation tubing, heat guns, and duct tape. Then, Austin-based hooping artist Maddie Young will teach participants new moves and tricks they can try out with their new creations.

Please note that the second half of this workshop will take place outside. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable. heat-appropriate clothing and to bring bottled water. This workshop is suitable for ages 12 and up.

$10 Members, $45 nonmembers, $10 teens

Join Thousand Oaks Library for a plant swap! We welcome potted plants, plant cuttings, seeds, and gardening supplies to trade or give away. All plants must be healthy and free of pests and disease. Limit 2 free items per person. There will also be a short, fun craft activity to enjoy! All ages are welcome to attend.

Texas Organizing Project (TOP) works with Black and Latino families across Texas to build power and achieve lasting change. We know our power comes from the people!

We face many challenges every day—such as rising housing costs, rezoning and displacement, the most recent federal cuts to programs like SNAP and Medicaid, and the intensified attacks on our immigrant community. But our community is strong and resilient!

On Saturday, August 23, at St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church 125 W. Whittier St. San Antonio, TX 78210 from 12-3pm, San Antonio TOP will host a political education event with FREE food and soft drinks for the whole family. Please join us if you want to learn how we can make change in our community, how decisions are made in our city and how we can build the future of San Antonio together.

If you have any questions, please call or text: Luis Ramirez (210)-255-7082.

Do you want to find out more about your ancestors? Join us to learn how to begin researching your family history. We’ll discuss basic resources, library databases, and how they can assist you in your research. Take a journey to the past with SAPL!

We will be screening the amazing documentary Dope Is Death. Dedicated to Dr. Matulu Shakur this film tells the story of the Lincoln Detox Acupuncture clinic and its political education towards a liberated society and free healthcare.

After, we will be discussing the organization efforts by the Black Panther Party and The Young Lords as well as letter writing to political prisoner and revolutionary leader and icon Mumia Abu-Jamal.

Join us for a hands-on, community-powered workshop all about building healthy soil and turning food scraps into gold—aka compost!

Whether you’re new to gardening or already getting your hands dirty, this workshop will walk you through the basics of soil health and simple composting methods, including an exciting live demo of vermicomposting (composting with worms!).

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The Zodiac Star Party is a FREE, ALL-AGES, FAMILY-FRIENDLY astrology themed party celebrating the SUN SIGN of VIRGO this month. Everyone is invited to dress up in the COSMIC COLOR of BRONZE (or green), enjoy COSMIC CAKE (while it lasts), LIVE MUSIC, a FREE RAFFLE and the great eats and drinks served at SA’s nationally renown The Cove. Hosted by Sara Flatten, Kelli King, Miss Neesie, The Cove, Over the Top Cake Supplies & Robot Monster Guitars & Collectibles. Our guest performer this month is the extraordinary Carol Elliott. Her musical journey is as remarkable as her extensive songbook and career working with Nashville’s very best. Join us! Remember, you put THE ART IN PARTY!

August 23rd, 4-7 pm, celebrate the sun sign Virgo at The Cove!
Zodiac STAR Party is an ALL AGES, free, family-friendly, themed OPEN BIRTHDAY PARTY celebrating the SUN SIGN of the month. Everyone is invited to DRESS UP in the COSMIC COLOR, invite friends, enjoy COSMIC BDAY CAKE (while it lasts), LIVE MUSIC, a RAFFLE, and the great eats and drinks served at SA's world-renowned THE COVE in the heart of San Antonio.

This event is hosted by THE COVE, Miss Neesie & The Tin Can Trio, Sara Flatten aka LOLA Lola Pistola, Kelli King, and THE ROYAL PAINS. Special Musical Guest: Carol Elliott