San Marcos Public Library February Calendar

San Marcos Public Library February 2015 Calendar

February 2015

Open Registration for Free Sign Language Course

Monday, February 2—Register for a free course in American Sign Language at the San Marcos Public Library when you purchase the textbook at the information desk. Classes will meet at 4:00 p.m. every Wednesday from February 18 through April. Instructor Daphney Lee Augustin studied ASL at Kean University and worked as a freelance interpreter for a variety of clients.

AARP Free Tax Aid

Monday, February 2—AARP volunteers will assist persons with disabilities, the elderly, and low-income taxpayers file their income tax returns at the San Marcos Public Library from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Taxpayers using this free, walk-in service should bring last year’s income tax return, social security cards for themselves and dependents, a photo ID, and any other tax-related information. Those who prefer to file electronically should bring a check or letter from their bank with bank routing and account numbers. Service is guaranteed to the first 50 people who arrive and sign in by 5:30 p.m.

Storytime

Tuesday, February 3—The San Marcos Public Library offers the best in children’s stories, songs, and fantastic fun! Ages 0 to 2 are invited to attend at 10:00 a.m. and ages 3 to 6 at 11:00 a.m.

Computer Basics

Wednesday, February 4—The San Marcos Public Library offers free computer classes for adults in Computer Basics, Internet Skills, Email, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Facebook. Call 512.393.8200 to register.

Contemporary Books: The Boys in the Boat by Daniel Brown

Wednesday, February 4—Readers of popular literature meet at the San Marcos Public Library on first Wednesdays each month at 1:00 p.m. The selection for March is Elephant Company by Vicki Constantine Croke.

Lifelong Learning: How to Better Use Your iPhone or iPad

Wednesdays, February 4 to March 11—The San Marcos Public Library and the Texas State Retired Staff & Faculty Association present a 6-week course on Wednesdays at 12:00 p.m. for adults age 50 and over. Bring your iPhone or iPad to class for hands-on instruction covering the basic functions of your device plus other tips and tricks. Instructor Kevin Huffaker is the Director of Classroom Technologies at Texas State University. Contact Marianne Reese at mr11@txstate.edu or 512.216.6427 to register.

Lifelong Learning: How to Look at & Appreciate Great Art: Part 2

Thursdays, February 5 to March 12—The San Marcos Public Library and the Texas State Retired Staff & Faculty Association present a 6-week art appreciation course on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. for adults age 50 and over. Learn to read a work of art by observing perspective, texture, light, time, and motion. Finish the course prepared to tour art museums, galleries and exhibitions on your own. Instructor Becky Duval Reese is the former director of UT Austin’s Huntington Art Gallery (now the Blanton Museum) and the El Paso Museum of Art. Contact Marianne Reese at mr11@txstate.edu or 512.216.6427 to register.

Lifelong Learning: Texas Authors & Literature: 1542 to the Present

Thursdays, February 5 to March 12—The San Marcos Public Library and the Texas State Retired Staff & Faculty Association present a 6-week literature course on Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. for adults age 50 and over. Classes will cover the major writers, books and themes of Texas literature from 1542 to the present including early modern literature, Mexican American and women’s influences, the Mad Dog years of the 60s & 70s and the contemporary writers of today. Instructor Steve Davis has curated over 30 literary exhibits at the Wittliff Collections and has written several books including Texas Literary Outlaws, J. Frank Dobie: A Liberated Mind and Dallas 1963. Contact Marianne Reese at mr11@txstate.edu or 512.216.6427 to register.

Storytime

Friday, February 6—The San Marcos Public Library offers the best in children’s stories, songs, and fantastic fun! Ages 0 to 2 are invited to attend at 10:00 a.m. and ages 3 to 6 at 11:00 a.m.

AARP Free Tax Aid

Saturday, February 7—AARP volunteers will assist persons with disabilities, the elderly, and low-income taxpayers file their income tax returns at the San Marcos Public Library from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Taxpayers using this free, walk-in service should bring last year’s income tax return, social security cards for themselves and dependents, a photo ID, and any other tax-related information. Those who prefer to file electronically should bring a check or letter from their bank with bank routing and account numbers. Service is guaranteed to the first 50 people who arrive and sign in by 12:30 p.m.  

AARP Free Tax Aid

Monday, February 9— AARP volunteers will assist persons with disabilities, the elderly, and low-income taxpayers file their income tax returns at the San Marcos Public Library from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Taxpayers using this free, walk-in service should bring last year’s income tax return, social security cards for themselves and dependents, a photo ID, and any other tax-related information. Those who prefer to file electronically should bring a check or letter from their bank with bank routing and account numbers. Service is guaranteed to the first 50 people who arrive and sign in by 5:30 p.m.

Storytime

Tuesday, February 10—The San Marcos Public Library offers the best in children’s stories, songs, and fantastic fun! Ages 0 to 2 are invited to attend at 10:00 a.m. and ages 3 to 6 at 11:00 a.m.

Computer Basics

Wednesday, February 11—The San Marcos Public Library offers free computer classes for adults in Computer Basics, Internet Skills, Email, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Facebook. Call 512.393.8200 to register.

Storytime

Friday, February 13—The San Marcos Public Library offers the best in children’s stories, songs, and fantastic fun! Ages 0 to 2 are invited to attend at 10:00 a.m. and ages 3 to 6 at 11:00 a.m.

AARP Free Tax Aid

Saturday, February 14—AARP volunteers will assist persons with disabilities, the elderly, and low-income taxpayers file their income tax returns at the San Marcos Public Library from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Taxpayers using this free, walk-in service should bring last year’s income tax return, social security cards for themselves and dependents, a photo ID, and any other tax-related information. Those who prefer to file electronically should bring a check or letter from their bank with bank routing and account numbers. Service is guaranteed to the first 50 people who arrive and sign in by 12:30 p.m.

AARP Free Tax Aid

Monday, February 16—AARP volunteers will assist persons with disabilities, the elderly, and low-income taxpayers file their income tax returns at the San Marcos Public Library from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Taxpayers using this free, walk-in service should bring last year’s income tax return, social security cards for themselves and dependents, a photo ID, and any other tax-related information. Those who prefer to file electronically should bring a check or letter from their bank with bank routing and account numbers. Service is guaranteed to the first 50 people who arrive and sign in by 5:30 p.m.

Puppet Show: Beauty and the Beast

Tuesday, February 17—The San Marcos Public Library puppeteers present Beauty and the Beast a fun, familiar fable that isjust right for children ages 2 and up. There will be three shows at 10:00 and 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Computer Basics

Wednesday, February 18—The San Marcos Public Library offers free computer classes for adults in Computer Basics, Internet Skills, Email, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Facebook. Call 512.393.8200 to register.

Philosophy Dialogues: Democracy, Dialogue, and Dissent

Wednesday, February 18—Join Texas State University instructors and special guests for a variety of discussions at the San Marcos Public Library every Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. through April 8. This year, discussions evolve from a single theme: “Exploring Democracy’s Promise: From Segregation to Integration.” Call 512.393.8200 for more details.

Puppet Show: Beauty and the Beast

Friday, February 20—The San Marcos Public Library puppeteers present Beauty and the Beast a fun, familiar fable that isjust right for children ages 2 and up. There will be two shows at 10:00 and 11:00 a.m.

AARP Free Tax Aid

Saturday, February 21—AARP volunteers will assist persons with disabilities, the elderly, and low-income taxpayers file their income tax returns at the San Marcos Public Library from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Taxpayers using this free, walk-in service should bring last year’s income tax return, social security cards for themselves and dependents, a photo ID, and any other tax-related information. Those who prefer to file electronically should bring a check or letter from their bank with bank routing and account numbers. Service is guaranteed to the first 50 people who arrive and sign in by 12:30 p.m.

Simple Sewing

Saturday, February 21—Carol Patrick of the Austin Chapter of the American Sewing Guild will guide beginners through the foundations of sewing with a simple project. Please bring a sewing machine – two can share – and fabric. Call 512.393.8200 for a complete list of supplies and to register for free.

AARP Free Tax Aid

Monday, February 23—AARP volunteers will assist persons with disabilities, the elderly, and low-income taxpayers file their income tax returns at the San Marcos Public Library from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Taxpayers using this free, walk-in service should bring last year’s income tax return, social security cards for themselves and dependents, a photo ID, and any other tax-related information. Those who prefer to file electronically should bring a check or letter from their bank with bank routing and account numbers. Service is guaranteed to the first 50 people who arrive and sign in by 5:30 p.m.

Great Books Discussion Group: Selected Poems by Emily Dickinson

Monday, February 23—The Great Books Discussion Group meets at the San Marcos Public Library each month at 7:00 p.m. to discuss selected literary works. In February, the group will discuss these poems by Emily Dickinson: “There’s a Certain Slant of Light”, “Because I Could Not Stop for Death”, and “After a Great Pain, a Formal Feeling Comes.”

Storytime

Tuesday, February 24—The San Marcos Public Library offers the best in children’s stories, songs, and fantastic fun! Ages 0 to 2 are invited to attend at 10:00 a.m. and ages 3 to 6 at 11:00 a.m.

LEGO Mania!

Tuesday, February 24—Kids build imagination and social skills with LEGO! Ages 4 and up are invited to the San Marcos Public Library at 4:00 p.m. for creative play with other LEGO-loving kids. LEGO blocks are provided.

Computer Basics

Wednesday, February 25— The San Marcos Public Library offers free computer classes for adults in Computer Basics, Internet Skills, Email, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Facebook. Call 512.393.8200 to register.

Philosophy Dialogues: Topic TBA

Wednesday, February 25—Join Texas State University instructors and special guests for a variety of discussions at the San Marcos Public Library every Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. through April 8. This year, discussions evolve from a single theme: “Exploring Democracy’s Promise: From Segregation to Integration.” Call 512.393.8200 for more details.

Storytime

Friday, February 27—The San Marcos Public Library offers the best in children’s stories, songs, and fantastic fun! Ages 0 to 2 are invited to attend at 10:00 a.m. and ages 3 to 6 at 11:00 a.m.

Free Hatha Yoga

Friday, February 27—Certified Sivananda Yoga instructor Tina Baumgartner offers a free yoga class for all skill levels at the San Marcos Public Library from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Wear loose clothing and bring a towel or yoga mat to sit on.

AARP Free Tax Aid

Saturday, February 28—AARP volunteers will assist persons with disabilities, the elderly, and low-income taxpayers file their income tax returns at the San Marcos Public Library from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Taxpayers using this free, walk-in service should bring last year’s income tax return, social security cards for themselves and dependents, a photo ID, and any other tax-related information. Those who prefer to file electronically should bring a check or letter from their bank with bank routing and account numbers. Service is guaranteed to the first 50 people who arrive and sign in by 12:30 p.m.

AARP Free Tax Aid

Monday, March 2—AARP volunteers will assist persons with disabilities, the elderly, and low-income taxpayers file their income tax returns at the San Marcos Public Library from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Taxpayers using this free, walk-in service should bring last year’s income tax return, social security cards for themselves and dependents, a photo ID, and any other tax-related information. Those who prefer to file electronically should bring a check or letter from their bank with bank routing and account numbers. Service is guaranteed to the first 50 people who arrive and sign in by 5:30 p.m.  

Storytime

Tuesday, March 3—The San Marcos Public Library offers the best in children’s stories, songs, and fantastic fun! Ages 0 to 2 are invited to attend at 10:00 a.m. and ages 3 to 6 at 11:00 a.m.

Contemporary Books: Elephant Company by Vicki Constantine Croke

Wednesday, February 4—Readers of popular literature meet at the San Marcos Public Library on first Wednesdays each month at 1:00 p.m. The selection for April is The Wives of Los Alamos by TeraShea Nesbit.

Computer Basics

Wednesday, March 4— The San Marcos Public Library offers free computer classes for adults in Computer Basics, Internet Skills, Email, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Facebook. Call 512.393.8200 to register.

Storytime

Friday, March 6—The San Marcos Public Library offers the best in children’s stories, songs, and fantastic fun! Ages 0 to 2 are invited to attend at 10:00 a.m. and ages 3 to 6 at 11:00 a.m.

Free Tax Aid

Saturday, March 7—AARP volunteers will assist persons with disabilities, the elderly, and low-income taxpayers file their income tax returns at the San Marcos Public Library from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Taxpayers using this free, walk-in service should bring last year’s income tax return, social security cards for themselves and dependents, a photo ID, and any other tax-related information. Those who prefer to file electronically should bring a check or letter from their bank with bank routing and account numbers. Service is guaranteed to the first 50 people who arrive and sign in by 12:30 p.m.