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Blackout Poetry Interactive Display

All Day 4/1 - 4/18
The Cube at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
:

Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: The Cube
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Writing, Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by The Cube to create Blackout Poetry! Your work may even be displayed to celebrate Poetry Month!

colorful yarn behind a speech bubble with text, "Stay and Stitch"

Stay and Stitch

Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Stay and Stitch:

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

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 14

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.

Logo for Colonie Historical Society

Martin Van Buren National Historic Site

Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE TOWN OF COLONIE

Cordially Invites You to a Special Presentation by Zachary Anderson

 

a magnifying glass over a fingerprint, with text, "Mystery/Suspense Book Discussion"

Mystery Book Club

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
speech bubble saying "need assistance?"

Need Assistance?

Monday, April 14, 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!

Taylor Swift

Swiftie Party

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Movies & Games
Age Group:
Teens
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Movies & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of all things Taylor Swift!  

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Need Assistance?

Tuesday, April 15, 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!

alligator with open mouth above boy's head

Author Visit! Dan Mahoney and the Making of an Alligator

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances, Books & Writing
Age Group:
Youth
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Performances, Books & Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join local children's book author and illustrator Dan Mahoney for a fun and fascinating afternoon!

alligator open mouth above boy's head

Author Visit! Dan Mahoney and the Making of an Alligator

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 2:45pm - 3:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances, Books & Writing
Age Group:
Youth
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Performances, Books & Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join local children's book author and illustrator Dan Mahoney for a fun and fascinating afternoon!

Cricut Maker Lab

Cricut Maker Lab

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
:

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sign up for Cricut maker lab time. 

 

 

Native American smoke dancer

Smoke Dancers Native American Dance

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
:

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for an exhilarating look at Haudenosaunee history and culture through the grace and symbolism of traditional dance!

US Citizenship and Immigration Services Informational Session

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning, Legal & Financial
Age Group:
Adults
:

Cancelled
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning, Legal & Financial
Event Details:

A representative from US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will share information about the citizenship process and answer questions about green cards, work authorization, and any other immigration benefits that USCIS administers.

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.

Child in toy car using megaphone, decorative text Ride-on Rally

Ride-On Rally Preschool Morning

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
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
Event Details:

Bring your ride-on toy to the library and hit the road (after you get your brand new driver's license, of course!). We'll have fun stops full of interactive play.

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 in toy car using megaphone, decorative text Ride-on Rally

Ride-On Rally Preschool Morning

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
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: 1
Event Details:

Bring your ride-on toy to the library and hit the road (after you get your brand new driver's license, of course!). We'll have fun stops full of interactive play.

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.

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

Practice Conversational English

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Language Learning, English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Practice Conversational English:

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.

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.

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.

English as a New Language: Intermediate

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Language Learning, English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
ENL: Intermediate Class:

A series of classes taught by Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County. If you are an intermediate-level learner of English, please consider being a part of the class. This class w...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Learning, English Language Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 6

A series of classes taught by Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County. If you are an intermediate-level learner of English, please consider being a part of the class. This class will meet every week at the same time. Registration is required. To register, please email Jessica Kaercher at kaercherj@colonielibrary.org or call 518-458-9274 (option 4).

“Your Home or the Nursing Home? Estate & Care Planning for Successful Aging "

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Legal & Financial, Local Interest
Age Group:
Adults
:

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Legal & Financial, Local Interest
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Whether you’ve never created an estate plan or your plan is outdated, now is the time to act. A sudden illness—Alzheimer’s, stroke, Parkinson’s, or an accident—could drain your assets and limit care options.

Teen DIY

Teen DIY: Latch Hook Wall Hanging

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Teen DIY (CRAFT NAME):

Have fun getting crafty!

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Have fun getting crafty!

Legos with foreground text, "LEGO Club"

LEGO Club!

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
:

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Yellow background with text, "Laugh Out Loud Book Club"

Laugh Out Loud Book Club - "Talking as Fast as I Can" by Lauren Graham

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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. 

Groups of cartoon children playing with text, "Stay and Play"

Stay & Play

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
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: 35
Event Details:

Here’s a chance to stay and play with your little one! This is a 45 minute session for toddlers up to 36 months. We’ll move to music, play with toys, and make new friends! 

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.

Minecraft characters wearing party hats

Minecraft Mayhem

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Movies & Games, Other
Age Group:
Teens, Youth
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Teens, Youth
Program Type: Crafts, Movies & Games, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

It's a pixelated party! Celebrate all things Minecraft with themed crafts, snacks, activities, and gaming! Costumes are welcome. For kids & teens with their families. 

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.

Minecraft characters wearing party hats

Minecraft Mayhem

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Movies & Games, Other
Age Group:
Teens, Youth
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Teens, Youth
Program Type: Crafts, Movies & Games, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

It's a pixelated party! Celebrate all things Minecraft with themed crafts, snacks, activities, and gaming. Costumes are welcome. For kids & teens with their families. 

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.

People and Prose

People and Prose

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Board Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
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!