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Animal Explorers

Animal Explorers

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Science & Nature, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love learning about animals and sharing your animal knowledge? If so, come join us for Animal Explorers! We will be exploring the world of animals through books, discussions, and fun activities!

Disclaimer(s)

Special Series Registration

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

Graphic of baby with rattle, baby laughing, baby reading a book

Baby Bounce Storytime

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Registration Required
Event Details:

A special storytime for babies that are not yet walking and their caregivers. This fun 15-20 minute program includes songs, fingerplays, lap bounces, and books.

Graphics of two children chasing eachother, two children playing with blocks, a group of children on a blanket playing a game

Stay & Play

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Registration Required

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 ALL programs will be canceled, delayed, AM programs will be canceled, or close early (including no after school activities), PM library programs will be canceled.

Child reading a book with dog and adult listening

Paws for Reading

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 10:45am
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sit with therapy dog Karly for a few minutes and read to her! She is a mini goldendoodle and a very good listener. 

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.

Child reading a book with dog and adult listening

Paws for Reading

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:00am
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sit with therapy dog Karly for a few minutes and read to her! She is a mini goldendoodle and a very good listener. 

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.

Child reading a book with dog and adult listening

Paws for Reading

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:15am
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sit with therapy dog Karly for a few minutes and read to her! She is a mini goldendoodle and a very good listener. 

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.

Child reading a book with dog and adult listening

Paws for Reading

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:30am
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sit with therapy dog Karly for a few minutes and read to her! She is a mini goldendoodle and a very good listener. 

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.

Easter Closing

All Day
Colonie Library
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closed for the Easter holiday

Book covers of Harry Potter Chamber of Secrets, Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, The Day the Crayons Quit, We Are In A Book, Dragons Love Tacos; sky, clouds and sun behind

Mid-Day at the Library, Where Books Come Alive!

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Books & Writing, Festivals & Fairs, Games, 50th Anniversary
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Books & Writing, Festivals & Fairs, Games, 50th Anniversary
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate our 50th Anniversary and your family's love of reading at our Mid-Day at the Library event!  Children's books will come alive with interactive games, hands-on activities, arts & crafts, mazes & quizzes, and even a photo boot

Graphics of bear wearing glasses and reading a book, an owl playing guitar, a toy train; all glowing in the dark

Glow in the Dark Storytime

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wear your neon colors that shine in the blacklight for this glow-in-the-dark themed story and activity time!

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Family Tabletop Games

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games for elementary school aged children, families welcome. We will have a variety of card and board games set up, beginners welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the library directly.

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Magnet Racers with CMOST!

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the science of magnetism! Children will learn about magnets, conductors and insulators through a series of tests.

Graphic of toy racing car, flames, two magnets opposing eachother

Magnet Racers with CMOST!

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 2:45pm - 3:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the science of magnetism! Children will learn about magnets, conductors and insulators through a series of tests.

Lego bricks

LEGO Club!

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Love LEGOs?  We do, too! We have a vast collection of LEGOs for you to build with! Your finished piece will be on display in the Children's Room for a whole week! Come build with us and show off your skills.

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 ALL programs will be canceled, delayed, AM programs will be canceled, or close early (including no after school activities), PM library programs will be canceled.

Melvin the Magnificent

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to be amazed by the marvelous magic of Melvin the Magnificent!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the library directly.

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.

Graphics of two children chasing eachother, two children playing with blocks, a group of children on a blanket playing a game

Stay & Play

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Registration Required

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, April 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore a world of wonder in our 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, April 14, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Registration Required
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, April 14, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Registration Required
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, April 14, 2026 at 5:15pm - 5:45pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Registration Required
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, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Registration Required
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.

Child reading a book with dog and adult listening

Paws for Reading

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 10:45am
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sit with therapy dog Beth for a few minutes and read to her! She is a friendly German Shepherd and a very good listener. 

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.

Child reading a book with dog and adult listening

Paws for Reading

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:00am
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sit with therapy dog Beth for a few minutes and read to her! She is a friendly German Shepherd and a very good listener. 

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.

Child reading a book with dog and adult listening

Paws for Reading

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:15am
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sit with therapy dog Beth for a few minutes and read to her! She is a friendly German Shepherd and a very good listener. 

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.