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Ruth Stitt Author Talk & Book Signing

Friday, May 15th at 11 AM

Join us for an author talk and book signing with Ruth Stitt, presenting her upcoming novel When the World Was Broken: a powerful, fictionalized true family account from the Holocaust.

A writer who explores the intersection of theology, psychology, and everyday experience, Stitt brings depth and humanity to this important historical story.

Dungeons & Dragons:
Adventurers League
Grades 6-12

May 16th and June 6th
from 10 AM - 2 PM

Calling all Adventurers in Grades 6-12!

Join us for Dungeons and Dragons: Adventurers League at the Blanco Library. Create characters, tell stories, and make new friends along the way!

The group will meet on May 16th and June 6th from 10 AM - 2 PM.

Limited Spots available. Sign up at the front desk of the library.

Dinosaurs or Not? With BK Bones

Tuesday, June 2nd at 3 PM

You can probably name some fascinating prehistoric creatures. But is each one of them actually a dinosaur, or NOT? You might be surprised! What makes a dinosaur a dinosaur? You’ll definitely know after this presentation and be well on your way to being a paleo expert! Paleontologist BK Bones will bring a bit of the prehistoric to you by showing fossil replicas, sharing fascinating facts, and even getting you on your feet like a dinosaur. Be ready to meet BK Bones’s baby dinosaur puppet pal!

Silly Sparkles Puppet Magic Show

Wednesday, June 10th at 2 PM

Silly Sparkles’ Puppet Magic Show is a fun, high-energy 30 minute show for kids ages 3 to 10. With magic tricks, silly puppets, and lots of audience participation, kids don’t just watch, they get to be part of the show. They’ll even receive a lesson on how to do ventriloquism.

Come join the fun and enjoy the magic!

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Wired Wednesdays

Feeling a bit lost in the tech jungle? Join us for Wired Wednesdays at the library with our tech guru, Katy Gentry!

Walk-ins are welcome, but to get the personalized help you deserve, we recommend making an appointment.

Wednesdays 10 am - 6 pm

Or call to make an appointment.

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Historic Resources

Dive into local history with our digitized collection of historic materials. Explore oral histories, news articles, cemetery records, and yearbooks dating back to Blanco County’s earliest days.

Visit our Genealogy Room weekdays 10am - 6pm or Saturdays 10am - 2pm to see our collection of historic books and print materials.

Kanopy

Experience film at its finest. Kanopy offers ad-free access to a curated collection of movies, documentaries, foreign films, classics, and educational content, all at no cost with your Blanco Library card. Stream thoughtful entertainment anytime on your TV, phone, tablet, or computer, and dive into stories that inspire, enrich, and entertain.

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Weekly Storytime

Storytime is an early literacy program primarily for children from birth to preschool age (0-5 years) to encourage them to develop habits that foster a lifetime love of reading and learning. Children of all ages are welcome!

Thursdays 10:30 - 11:30am

Genealogy Assistance

Gary Hill has over 30 years of genealogy experience and is donating his research services to the Blanco Library. Drop by the genealogy room on Thursdays from 1-3pm, or call 830-833-4280 to make an appointment.

Thursdays 1pm - 3pm