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Puzzle Night

Puzzle Night

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a puzzle-loving puzzler? Then stop by to put various puzzles together with fellow puzzlers.

 

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Practice Conversational English

Wednesday, February 18, 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.

Senior citizens using computer or hiking

Social Security and Medicare

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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:

As you near retirement, one of the biggest financial decisions you'll need to make is when to begin receiving your Social Security retirement benefits.

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Laugh Out Loud Book Club: Becoming Duchess by Anonymous

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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:

Join us in-person in the library's Activity Room for our "Laugh Out Loud" book group.  We are focusing on fun reads that make you laugh. This month we are reading "Becoming Duchess Goldblatt" by Anonymous.  Stop in and visit th

NY State Department of Taxation and Finance

Taxpayer Assistance Program (TAP)

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 11:30am - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Legal & Financial
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Legal & Financial
Event Details:

Get tax help and file for free!

People sitting in chairs practicing yoga

Chair Yoga

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chair yoga is an adaptable form of yoga that modifies traditional yoga poses to be performed while seated in a chair or using a chair for support.

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Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Art Exhibit Reception

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Registration Required
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Music of Allen and Azzaam

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Movies, Music, & Theater
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music, & Theater
Registration Required
Event Details:

The music of ALLEN & AZZAAM is the product of a collaborative effort between saxophonist Allen Halstead and pianist Azzaam Hameed.

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Need Assistance?

Monday, February 23, 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!

Cartoon image of popcorn, a movie reel, and a clapper with text, "Free Movie Mondays"

Adult Movie Monday "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale"

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Movies, Music, & Theater
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Music, & Theater
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

Disclaimer(s)

Dietary Restrictions

If you have any food allergy concerns or dietary restrictions, please contact the library in advance of attending this program.

Inclement Weather

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

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Healthy Swaps

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you’re thinking about making some lifestyle changes, mealtime is probably one of the areas you’re thinking about tweaking. Changing eating habits can be really tough.

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Conversational French

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we gather with other French speakers for conversation, fun, and camaraderie. You must have a moderate level of proficiency in French conversation to join this group.

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iPhone Basics

Tuesday, February 24, 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 have an iPhone and need to learn the basics? We will cover external features, touch screen basics, Settings basics, Apps, calling, messaging (texting), and photo basics.

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Trivia Tuesday

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gather your team of (up to) 4 and join us for a night of pub-style trivia! The team with the highest score will receive a prize, and snacks and drinks will be provided!

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.

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Fiction Book Discussion Club

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

The group meets on the last Tuesday of the month, September-June. To join or for information, contact: Paul Drezelo, drezelop@colonielibrary.org.

colorful balls of yarn

Stay and Stitch

Wednesday, February 25, 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.

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Discover 10 Free Web Tools We Use Continually (Tech-Talk Webinar)

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 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:

Unlock creativity, streamline productivity, and elevate your digital presence. 

Personal Growth Book Club

Personal Growth Book Club

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Board Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come ready to discuss any of the following books by Miguel Ruiz:

The Four Agreements

The 5th Agreement

The Mastery of Love

We look forward to discussing his wisdom!  

two profile silhouettes talking to each other with text, "Practice Conversational English"

Practice Conversational English

Wednesday, February 25, 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.

NY State Department of Taxation and Finance

Taxpayer Assistance Program (TAP)

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 11:30am - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Legal & Financial
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Legal & Financial
Event Details:

Get tax help and file for free!

People and Prose

People and Prose

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Board Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
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!

NY State Department of Taxation and Finance

Taxpayer Assistance Program (TAP)

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 1:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:


Get tax help and file for free!

colorful balls of yarn

Stay and Stitch

Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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.

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Senior Resources @ the Library

Monday, March 2, 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.