Join us as we celebrate Black History Month with a discussion on Pride by Ibi Zoboi—a vibrant, modern adaptation of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, set in Brooklyn. We explore its themes of identity, gentrification, and cultural pride. Best of all, you can read or listen to Pride for free with your BiblioTech Public Library card on cloudLibrary and Hoopla!

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Join us as we dive into the highly anticipated, Oscar-nominated Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu and starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. From its stunning visuals to its show-stopping performances, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about this cinematic take on the beloved musical.

Looking for more Wicked content? Borrow the original novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West on cloudLibrary and Hoopla, and stream the Wicked soundtrack on Hoopla—all free with your BiblioTech Public Library card.

In this episode of BiblioTech: On Air we dive into the comic Eight Billion Genies by Charles Soule and Ryan Browne. From the intriguing premise to the stunning visuals, we’ll unpack why this series is a must-read for comic enthusiasts. Don’t miss out—check out Eight Billion Genies with your BiblioTech library card on Hoopla. Don’t have a library card? Sign up today at bibliotech.org or visit one of our four locations!

In this episode of BiblioTech: On Air we discuss Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng. Dive into the complexities of family dynamics, identity, and secrets. This acclaimed novel is available now on cloudLibrary and Hoopla—free with your BiblioTech library card.

In this episode of BiblioTech: On Air, we interviewed legendary comic writer Jason Aaron! From Marvel staples like Thor, Doctor Strange, and Wolverine to his latest projects TMNT, Absolute Superman, and the upcoming Bug Wars (Feb 2025), dive into the stories behind the stories.

We’re diving into Stephen King's The Shining—a story as cold as the Overlook Hotel in a snowstorm. Joining us are Michelle from our outreach team and bookstagrammer Lauren Cortez (aka @laurenslibrarycard) as we explore the eerie secrets and unforgettable moments of this wintery horror masterpiece. You can find The Shining on CloudLibrary and Hoopla—perfect for those long, cold nights.

In this episode, we discuss last month's Libros & Libations pick, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot.

The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot is available on cloudLibrary and Hoopla with your BiblioTech Library card!

This week, we sat down with Ian Cruz, Digital Marketing Manager at KLRN, to talk all about City Showdown, a friendly song competition featuring local artists who each represent a San Antonio City Council district. 

Voting for City Showdown is open from November 18th and runs through December 8th. You can vote up to 10 times a week at klrn.org/cityshowdown!

Meet the 2024 City Showdown Contestants:

We’re excited to interview Manuel Davila, 2Spirit Coahuiltecan artist and Cultural Arts Manager at American Indians in Texas, dedicated to preserving the Tap Pilam Coahuiltecan traditions. Tune in to explore how Manuel uses art to tell the story of native culture, land, and resilience.

In this episode we interviewed, multimedia artist, Itzel Vilches.

Itzel has showcased her work in exhibitions and printmaking festivals across Texas and Tamaulipas, Mexico, and contributed to public murals in Laredo, Texas. A 2022 Virtual Artist-in-Residence for Cultivarte Laredo, she is also a 2023–2025 grant recipient from San Antonio's Arts & Culture Department.