Your attendance helps keep great programs coming to the library. Suggestions, ideas, and feedback are welcome. Please email Nomi.

Programs are free and open to the public. Registration is required only if noted.

To register, email Nomi or register online.

How to Register online:

• Visit the library homepage – www.wimberleylibrary.org
• Scroll to the Events Calendar and select your class date.
• Click “Registration is required” and complete the form.
• You’ll receive email confirmations, 48-hour reminders, and cancellation links.

MAHJONG CLASSES FOR BEGINNERS

with Odile Pecoraro @ 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. – Wimberley Community Room

Monday, October 19, Friday, October 23, Monday, October 26, Friday, October 30

Register for the first class, and attend all classes.

12 spots available

WATER WISE GROWING NATIVE

Thursday, October 8 @ 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Pearl Hughes Room

Presented by Salwa Khan of the Mothering Earth radio program/podcast

Registration is required

Transform your lawn into a native plant garden, one section at a time. Learn how to plan your transformation, track your progress, and work with others or independently throughout this multi-year project. When you register, download and fill out a questionnaire. Bring the completed form, your yard map and a notebook. Questions? salwakhan@vcyes.com

THE MORTALITY PROJECT: CONVERSATIONS ON LIFE & DEATH

First Friday of the Month @ 10:30 a.m. – Pearl Hughes Room

First session: October 2

Facilitated by Leslie Varnon, certified death doula

A monthly discussion about mortality, dying, death, preparing for the end of life—and living accordingly. With focus on a different theme each month, topics range from what makes a good death and what we fear to medical decisions, legacy, and practical end-of-life planning.

This is not a grief support group, though personal experiences with loss are welcome.

HOMEOPATHY 101

First Thursday of the month @ 12:00 p.m. – Friends Meeting Room

Presented by Betsy Harrison

Next session: October 1

Learn about the use of homeopathic remedies.

FINANCIAL EDUCATION WORKSHOPS

Third Wednesday of the month @ 5:30 p.m. – Wimberley Community Room

Presented by Adrian De Hoyos, Operation HOPE

Next session: October 21: Is Starting a Business Good for You? and Emergency Preparedness

• Learn the essentials of starting a business, from understanding motivations and evaluating readiness to developing an idea and taking the first steps. Also learn how to prepare for disasters by creating an emergency plan, building an emergency kit, protecting important documents, and strengthening financial readiness.

BREAKING DOWN BRICK WALLS IN GENEALOGY

First Monday of the month @ 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – Friends Meeting Room

Next session: October 5

Come bring your genealogy problems – often called Brick Walls – to this session and be helped by experienced genealogists working on their own.

Explore the tools of the WVL Genealogy Center and get suggestions for avenues to resolve those problems. No fixed format, come as you are.

FACE-TO-FACE WITH AREA AUTHORS

First Wednesday of the month @ 5:30 p.m. – Wimberley Community Room

Next session: October 7 – Larry Morris

Organized & moderated by DuAnne Redus & Debbie Howard

Light snacks served – Wine provided by Vino Sherpa

We’ll take a deeper look at the imagination behind his science-fiction worlds. Learn about Larry’s other contribution to Wimberley’s literary community: helping dozens of local writers make the leap from manuscript to published book.

MEDICARE BASICS EXPLAINED

Second Wednesday of the month @ 11:00 a.m. – Pearl Hughes Room

Next session: Next session: October 14 – Additional session @ 6:00 p.m.

with Kat Guidry, Benefits Specialist

A concise explanation of how Medicare works and your options.

Educational only. No sales.

MASTER GARDENERS PRESENTS..

Third Thursday of the month@ 1:00 p.m. 

Wimberley Community Room

Next session: October 15 – Fall Planting

Speaker: Christi Shannon

Learn what grows well in the fall: herbs, vegetables, flowers, shrubs, trees.

BOOK vs MOVIE CLUB

Second Saturday of the month

10:00 a.m.

Friends Meeting Room

Read the book, join us to watch the movie and chat.

Even if you didn’t read the book, you are welcome to join us and watch the movie!

Bring snacks to share, if you’d like. Not required.

Next meeting: 

Next meeting: October 10: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

November 14: A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

Questions? Email Nomi

BODY & MIND RESET WITH PENNY THORNE

Mondays @ 6:30 p.m. – Friends Meeting Room

5 min. education – 5 min. gentle movement – 35-40 min. non sleep deep rest

Bring your own mat, blanket, and pillow

Registration is no longer required.

MAHJONG PLAYTIME

Tuesdays: 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Saturdays: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Wimberley Community Room

Come join the fun and meet new people. 5 sets available. You’re welcome to bring your set.

SPANISH CLASSES

SPANISH BASIC

with Itzel White

First, Second & Third Tuesdays @ 3:30 p.m.

Wimberley Community Room

SPANISH INTERMEDIATE

With Itzel White

First, Second & Third Wednesdays @ 3:30 p.m.

Friends Meeting Room

For more information email: bridgethegapspanish@gmail.com

SPANISH CONVERSATION CLUB

With Itzel White

Second, Third & Fourth Saturdays @ 11:00 a.m.

Pearl Hughes Room

EASE CHAIR EXERCISES

Wednesdays

10:00 a.m.

with DuaAnne Redus

Wimberley Community Room

GENTLE YOGA

Thursdays

10:15 a.m.

with Carla Daws

Wimberley Community Room

You’re welcome to sit on a chair. Use of mat not required.

GUIDED RELAXATION & MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS 

CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Fridays @ 10:15 a.m.

with Caron Hunter, Health & Wellness Practitioner and Meditation Teacher

Friends Meeting Room

Join Caron for a peaceful morning meditation practice that will help you focus your intentions

and contribute to your well-being. Start your day with an act of self-care.

COMMUNITY CPR CLASS

2027 Schedule:

Wednesday, February 10 @ 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 12 @ 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 11 @ 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Lunch provided by Ally Medical and Emergency Room

For adults 18+

Registration is required. Register online or email Nomi:

programs@wimberleylibrary.org

BOOK CLUBS

Meetings are held at the library. For more information,

please email Nomi González: programs@wimberleylibrary.org

FIRST TUESDAY LIBRARY BOOK CLUB 

First Tuesday of the month @ 11:00 a.m.

MYSTERY BOOK CLUB

Third Thursday of the month @ 1:00 p.m.

ECLECTIC BOOK CLUB 

Second Monday of the month @ 1:00 p.m.

WIMBERLEY WORD WORMS BOOK CLUB

First Wednesday of the month @ 10:15 a.m.

HILL COUNTRY AUTHORS (FKA Connect with a Wimberley Author)

Each month a couple of local Wimberley authors are highlighted with a display at the library. The display is located in the local authors section in the library’s renovated wing.

January: Allan Kimball, Ashley Brown, Brandi Amara Skyy, Brent Ziarnick

February: Briane Willis, Candy Wellins, Cathy Sydlo Wilkes, Catia Hernanez Holm

March: Cheryn Ryan, Chick Morgan, Dain Duston, Debbie Howard, Deborah Charnes

April: Dell Hood, Donald Minnick, DuAnne Redus, Eva Silverfine, Charlotte Caldwell

May: Grace Draven, James Caso, Jan Strickland, Jane Wyatt

June: Jennifer Sabatier, Jim McJunkin, Joe Nick Patoski, Joseph A. Kotarba, Brent Love

July: Julie Cabler, Kathleen J. Shields, Kelly Elliot, Kyle Belote, Lee Ann Linam

August: Larry Morris, Laurie Roath Frazier, Lilita Olano, Loren Steffy, Lu Ann Long

September: Mark Standley, Mary Lancaster, Michael Miller, Michael Westphall, Marian Hoy

October: Mike Cox, Monica Rasco, Nancy C. Russell, Nathan Brown, Janneke Jobsis-Brown

November: Patrick Cox, Peter Rosch, Robert A. Jones, Rodger Marion, Lane Hartsock, Nicole Groleau

December: Sara Thurman, Steph Silver, Susan Welch, Laural Harris, Michelle Burns