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Music of Lou Reed

The Music of Lou Reed

Sunday, February 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 42
Event Details:

Learn about the music of Lou Reed from Hudson Valley professor, Ethan Roy, who has written several books on the subject. Different songs will be listened to and analyzed.  

Ready, Set, Kindergarten

Ready, Set, Kindergarten

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature, STEAM, Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Closed
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Science & Nature, STEAM, Storytime & Early Childhood
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Join us for stories, games and activities designed to encourage the development of early learning practices. Using stories, songs, simple experiments and art, we'll explore literacy, math and science.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Children under age 8 should be accompanied by an adult in the library at all times.

Special Series Registration

Clicking the cancellation link in your confirmation email will remove your registration for the entire series.

Hand holding a smartphone with text, "Android Clinic"

Android Clinic

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Come and ask your Android phone/tablet questions in a group. The content of this class will be determined by the questions attendees ask.

speech bubble saying "need assistance?"

Need Assistance?

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Gallery at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Our Social Work Intern is here to help you navigate a comprehensive resource guide designed to assist with everything from housing and employment to government forms, food insecurity, mental health, and so much more!

Community Event

Conversational Italian

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Local Interest, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local Interest, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Come join our group to practice Italian conversation in a friendly and relaxed environment!

Afternoon Art

Afternoon Art

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

An Afternoon Art workshop where each week we will be making a different art project!  Come use your imagination and get creative! Wear clothing that can get messy. 

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

If North or South Colonie schools are closed, delayed, or close early (including no after school activities), library programs will be canceled.

Community Event

Social Security Maximization Seminar

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 5:15pm - 7:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Legal & Financial
Age Group:
Adults
Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Legal & Financial
Event Details:

For most Americans, Social Security makes up a significant piece of their retirement income. The value of a stream of monthly payments over the course of a married couple’s retirement is oftentimes well over $1 Million*.

Dungeons and Dragons for Beginners

Teen D&D for Beginners!

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Cube at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Movies & Games
Age Group:
Teens
Closed
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: The Cube
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to play Dungeons and Dragons in this teen-led event!

Teen DIY

Teen DIY: Fun with Clay

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Create and have fun with air dry clay!

Toddler Time

Toddler Time

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

A 45-minute program for children up to 36 months with an adult, including stories, singing, dancing and free play. 
*Ages: 0-36 months, with a caregiver
 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Children under age 8 should be accompanied by an adult in the library at all times.

speech bubble saying "need assistance?"

Need Assistance?

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Gallery at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Our Social Work Intern is here to help you navigate a comprehensive resource guide designed to assist with everything from housing and employment to government forms, food insecurity, mental health, and so much more!

Toddler Time

Toddler Time

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

A 45-minute program for children up to 36 months with an adult, including stories, singing, dancing and free play. 
*Ages: 0-36 months, with a caregiver
 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Children under age 8 should be accompanied by an adult in the library at all times.

American flag and Statue of Liberty

Beginner-Level Citizenship Preparation Class

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Improve your English and gain the skills you need to take the first step toward U.S. citizenship.

What You’ll Learn:

AARP

AARP Defensive Driving

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Local Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local Interest
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

This is a 6-hour course with a 3-hour session on two days. You MUST attend both sessions to receive a course completion certificate. Bring your NYS Driver License and AARP membership card. Fee is $25 for AARP members and $30 for non-members.

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

If North or South Colonie schools are closed, delayed, or close early (including no after school activities), library programs will be canceled.

Sensory Play Time

Sensory Space Play Time!

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Children under age 8 should be accompanied by an adult in the library at all times.

Sensory Play Time

Sensory Space Play Time!

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Children under age 8 should be accompanied by an adult in the library at all times.

Sensory Space Play Time!

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Children under age 8 should be accompanied by an adult in the library at all times.

Sensory Space Play Time!

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Children under age 8 should be accompanied by an adult in the library at all times.

Puzzle Night

Puzzle Night

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Movies & Games
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for socializing and jigsaw puzzle fun! 

 

Open books as background to text, "Fiction Book Discussion Group"

Fiction Book Discussion Club

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

The group meets on the last Tuesday of the month. Please contact the library for the book title.

Family Storytime

Family Storytime

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for stories and songs, rhymes, and movement.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Children under age 8 should be accompanied by an adult in the library at all times.

Inclement Weather

If North or South Colonie schools are closed, delayed, or close early (including no after school activities), library programs will be canceled.

AARP

AARP Defensive Driving

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Local Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local Interest
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

This is a 6-hour course with a 3-hour session on two days. You MUST attend both sessions to receive a course completion certificate. Bring your NYS Driver License and AARP membership card. Fee is $25 for AARP members and $30 for non-members.

Computer monitor on a desk displaying the Tech-Talk logo and text, "Tech Help on Demand"

Productivity and Creativity Boosters: Tips, Techniques, and Tools (Tech-Talk Webinar)

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Virtual
Event Details:

It’s the simple things that can make a powerful difference! In this webinar, we’ll explore 15 practical ways to boost your productivity and creativity. Streamline tasks and elevate your work!

Discover 1, 2, 3

STEAM Discovery 1, 2, 3!

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Join us for a variety of fun and engaging enrichment activities after school! We'll have STEAM programs, special guests, and so much more! 

*Ages: 1st-3rd Grade

Disclaimer(s)

Inclement Weather

If North or South Colonie schools are closed, delayed, or close early (including no after school activities), library programs will be canceled.