David Carlson will provide an overview of the Bexar County Spanish Archives, which, in addition to serving as the repository for the Spanish-language records of Bexar County’s early history, also provide research assistance in family history. For genealogists just getting started, or more seasoned researchers facing a “brick wall,” a visit to the Spanish Archives might offer a guide on where to turn next. 

Activist/Musician Joaquín Muerte will host a live episode of his original podcast, “Xicanx Versus Aliens,” an exploration of “all things UFO, cryptozoology, paranormal, occult y mas from a person of color perspective.” Actors Jesse Borrego and Désirée K. Segura join Muerte to discuss Latinx sci-fi cinema, followed by a curated selection of cosmic infused short films. 

The San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees recognized Exceptional Library Leaders and Advocates at the ELLA Awards, formerly the Library Champions Awards, Ceremony on Friday, June 7, 2019. The ELLA award recipients are nominated by the community for outstanding volunteer work and dedication to the San Antonio libraries. This year was the third year the awards were presented.

The San Antonio Public Library’s 2019 summer reading program has something special for all ages.

Join NOWCastSA and the San Antonio Public Library on May 5, 2019 at 2 p.m. for the 2019 Young Pegasus Award Ceremony where more than 50 young people will read their poems that have been selected for publication in the Young Pegasus Anthology.

San Antonio Public Library will celebrate the 4th annual International Day of Yoga on Thursday, June 21 at 20 library locations across San Antonio with free classes and programs for all ages. n addition, San Antonio Public Library cardholders are invited to check out magazines, books, eBooks, eAudiobooks, fitness DVDs, and other materials all about the ancient practice of yoga. Visit https://sanantonio.overdrive.com/collection/154840 to download digital material to your personal device.

San Antonio Public Library will temporarily close Thousand Oaks Branch Library at 4618 Thousand Oaks Dr.  from Monday, June 25 through Thursday, July 5 for improvements funded in the 2018 City Budget. During the closure the book drop will remain open, and holds will be available for pickup Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) changes lives through the transformative power of information, imagination and ideas. As a community gathering place and setting for engaging discussion, SAPL celebrates the cultural diversity of the San Antonio community. During the month of June, we specifically recognize the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals have had on history locally, nationally, and internationally.

The San Antonio Public Library, SAPL, continues to transform people’s lives through the power of information, imagination and ideas. SAPL delivers the latest, greatest products that meet the demands of an ever mobile, internet-connected world.

REPLAY VIDEO: San Antonio Poet Laureate Laurie Ann Guerrero read from her book A Tongue in the Mouth of the Dying and discussed the art and craft of poetry  from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 22 at Central Library, 600 Soledad. NOWCastSA webcast the event for anyone to view live or come back and replay later right here on this page.