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Practice Conversational English

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Language Learning, English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Learning, English Language Learning

An informal conversation group to help you gain confidence speaking English. We invite all adults who are learning English as a new language. Registration is not required.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stay and Stitch

Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Registration Required

Stay, stitch, and socialize! Bring your own fiber project to work on while you relax and chat. *Ages: Adults and teens

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.

Christmas Eve Closing

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Colonie Library
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closing at 5pm for Christmas Eve

Christmas Day Closing

All Day
Colonie Library
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
This event is in the "Adults" group

People and Prose

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Board Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is an opportunity to recharge your writing, and spark your creativity. A space to write without distractions. Whether you are writing memoirs, short fiction, poetry, or just going wherever your imagination and interests lead!

This event is in the "Adults" group

50th Anniversary Adult Reading Challenge

All Day 12/28 - 1/17
Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing, 50th Anniversary
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing, 50th Anniversary
Event Details:

Celebrate the library’s 50th Anniversary! Adults are challenged to read or attend a combination of 50 books or 50 programs in 2026. At the end of 2026, everyone who completed their challenge can come in for a prize!

New Year's Eve Closing

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Colonie Library
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closing at 5pm for New Year's Eve

New Year's Day Closing

All Day
Colonie Library
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
This event is in the "Adults" group

Stay and Stitch

Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Registration Required

Stay, stitch, and socialize! Bring your own fiber project to work on while you relax and chat. *Ages: Adults and teens

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Resources @ the Library

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Gallery at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Town of Colonie Senior Resource Department will be on site with information on services and programs available to our town seniors.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Need Assistance?

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Gallery at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Adults
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!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Learn How to Play Puzzle Chess

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn how to play puzzle chess! This is a great introduction for a different way to build a puzzle. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Noon Book Review with Joseph Salerno

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join author Joe Salerno for a discussion about his two books "The Decision" and "Million Dollar Men," the first two books in his MJ Fernandez legal thriller series. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Chilling Chapters Book Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Book cover of Play Nice by Rachel Harrison

This event is in the "Adults" group

Practice Conversational English

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Language Learning, English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Learning, English Language Learning

An informal conversation group to help you gain confidence speaking English. We invite all adults who are learning English as a new language. Registration is not required.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Film Noir Couples on the Run Series - Bonnie & Clyde (1967)

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Movies, Music, & Theater
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music, & Theater
Registration Required
Event Details:

Film expert and Menands Public Library Director Lenny Zapala is offering the fourth of a five-installment series with the movie Bonnie & Clyde.  One of the most honored and despised films of the 1960's.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Elizabeth Sheffer-Winig

Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

THE COLONIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Cordially Invites You to a Special Presentation by  Elizabeth Sheffer-Winig

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mystery Book Club

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Need Assistance?

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Gallery at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Adults
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!

This event is in the "Adults" group

AARP Defensive Driving

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Local Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local Interest
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

iPhone Intermediate

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required

Do you already know the basics of your iPhone but want to learn more?  We will cover Spotlight Search and Control Center, Advanced Settings, Organizing and Updating Apps, Intermediate messaging and Intermediate Photos.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Social Security 101: Strategies to Maximize Your Benefits

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Legal & Financial
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Legal & Financial
Registration Required
Event Details:

Social Security is the first or second largest source of income for most retirees, so it’s important to get the facts before you file.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Friends of the Library Monthly Meeting

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Join us for the Friends of the Library Monthly meeting. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stay and Stitch

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Registration Required

Stay, stitch, and socialize! Bring your own fiber project to work on while you relax and chat. *Ages: Adults and teens

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.