Celebrate National Library Week with San Antonio Public Library
Published on April 24, 2023
SAN ANTONIO (April 24, 2023) – San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) encourages Bexar County and San Antonio residents to visit the library during National Library Week, April 23-29, to explore all the library has to offer.
Most people know about the wealth of stories available at the library, from picture books and large print to audiobooks and eBooks, but there's so much more to the story of libraries.
Libraries are welcoming spaces, bringing communities together for entertainment, education, and connection through book clubs, story times, movie nights, crafting classes, lectures, and more. SAPL offers programs, classes, and resources, including online homework help, career-building assistance, research databases, and more.
Libraries also play a critical role in the economic vitality of communities by providing internet and technology access with the availability of computers and Wi-Fi at all our locations.
If you haven't visited SAPL lately, you're missing the full story. Stop by for a visit to celebrate National Library Week with us from April 23-29. Follow SAPL on social media and hashtag #NationalLibraryWeek to join the online celebration.
Since 1958, National Library Week has been celebrated as a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association and libraries of all types across the country each April.
For more information, visit mysapl.org. Library staff are available to assist by phone at 210-207-2500 or online at ask.mysapl.org.
Select events at SAPL this week:
A full list of events and programs is available at mysapl.org/events.
Spanish Story Time: Cuentos y Canciones
Parman Branch Library | 20735 Wilderness Oak, 78258 (Directions)
Monday, April 24 | 12:15 – 12:55 p.m.
Los niños y sus familias están invitados a disfrutar de cuentos, canciones, rimas y actividades en Español. Espacio limitado, boletos gratis 10 minutos antes de iniciar el programa.
Children and their families are invited to enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and activities in Spanish. Space is limited. Free tickets are available 10 minutes before the program.
Dreaded Threads
Potranco Branch Library | 8765 State Hwy 151, 78245 (Directions)
Monday, April 24 | 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Calling all stitchers, embroiderers, or threaders out there! We invite you to join us for our weekly program where you can bring your project from home and thread with friends.
Wondering why we added “dreaded” to our program name? Well, it’s not because we’re going to make this an awfully confusing experience, so don’t fear! At each program, we’re going to listen to a true crime podcast to get our true crime fix. Join us for a thrilling good time.
Play & Learn
Tobin Branch Library | 4134 Harry Wurzbach, 78209 (Directions)
Tuesday, April 25 | 12:30 – 2 p.m.
Play is children’s natural state of learning. Parents and caregivers share interactive playtime with children to build early literacy skills. Designed for children 5 and under, but kids of all ages are welcome.
Ekphrastic Celebration: Readings by Contest Winners & Commissioned Poets
Central Library | 600 Soledad, 78205 (Directions)
Tuesday, April 25 | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Join us as we enjoy an evening of poetry with this year's Ekphrastic Poetry Contest Winners and Commissioned Poets!
Full Throttle Fury: The Fast and Furious Movie Marathon
Potranco Branch Library | 8765 State Hwy 151, 78245 (Directions)
Tuesday, April 25 | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Join us every Tuesday evening at 5:30 p.m. for an adrenaline-fueled journey through the entire Fast and Furious series! From the original 2001 film that started it all, to the latest 2021 installment, we'll be screening all nine movies, leading up to the theatrical release of Fast X. Light snacks and related crafts will be available.
Family Chess
Pruitt Library | 5110 Walzem Road, 78218 (Directions)
Tuesday, April 25 | 6 – 7 p.m.
Join chess master Alex Weinberg as he livestreams an advanced chess lesson,
walking through an analysis of a game step by step and discussing the pros and cons of various move choices.
Getting Crafty
Cortez Branch Library | 2803 Hunter Blvd., 78224 (Directions)
Wednesday, April 26 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Got the crafting bug? Want to learn something new? Join us for Getting Crafty! Whether you're looking for a guided craft to learn something new, or you want to work on your personal craft passions with some like-minded friends, this is the craft class for you. Stop by Cortez Branch to grab a calendar of upcoming crafts.
Smartphone and Personal Device Adult Training
Carver Branch Library | 3350 E. Commerce, 78220 (Directions)
Wednesday, April 26 | 10 – 11:30 a.m.
With technology ever-changing, this class will help you become more familiar with and comfortable using your phone, iPad, or personal device. No registration required- come Learn with us!
Outdoor Family Story Time
Schaefer Branch Library | 6322 US Hwy 87 East, 78222 (Directions)
Wednesday, April 26 | 10:10 – 11 a.m.
Let's share stories, songs, rhymes, and more at an interactive program for children 5 and younger. Bring chairs or blankets if you'd like, and we'll meet on the playground. Stay for playtime after the program.
Tips & Tricks for Search Browsers
Johnston Branch Library | 6307 Sun Valley, 78227 (Directions)
Wednesday, April 26 | 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Join us and learn how to refine your web browsing processes to get the results you want.
Mario Kart Tournament
Online
Wednesday, April 26 | 3:30 – 4:30pm
Join us for an online Mario Kart tournament! You need a Nintendo Switch and a copy of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe to participate.
Code to enter tournament:
0758-0631-3003
Tween Time!
Guerra Branch Library | 7978 Military Drive West, 78227 (Directions)
Thursday, April 27 | 4 – 5 p.m.
The possibilities are endless at Tween Time! Tweens will help decide what activities are offered each week. Come play games, watch movies, talk books, create art, and hang out with other kids aged nine to twelve years old. Bring your friends an hang out for some fun!
For ages 9-12 years only.
Open-Mic Poetry Reading
Central Library | 600 Soledad, 78205 (Directions)
Saturday, April 29 | 12 – 2 p.m.
Patrons of all ages will have an opportunity to read their own works and share their words with fellow poets. All ages are welcome!