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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Colonie Art League Exhibit Reception

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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: 110
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

South Colonie Friends of Music Dance Band

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Event Details:

Big band music and some holiday music mixed in.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Indian Classical Dance Performance

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 41
Event Details:

Hasini Gajendran will be performing Bharatanatyam dance. 

Christmas Eve

Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Colonie Library
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closing early

Christmas Day Closing

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

Uncharted Wild's Reptile Show

Sunday, December 29, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Performances, Science & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 44
Event Details:

Get up close and personal with (mostly scaly) animals, and learn some astonishing facts! Included are a variety of snakes, lizards, a tortoise, a cool invertebrate, and other creepy crawlies! For families of all ages. 

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.

New Year's Eve

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Colonie Library
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closing early

New Year's Day Closing

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

Carmen Lookshire Music Performance

Sunday, January 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances, Local Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art & Performances, Local Interest
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

"Carmen and Life's Guilty Pleasures" play an eclectic mix of jazz, soul, and blues. Carmen is best known for her pure vocals and stage presence, she is accompanied by, Joe Carrick, on guitar.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Art Supply Drive for Brushes in Hand

All Day 1/6 - 1/31
Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances, Local Interest, Volunteering
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art & Performances, Local Interest, Volunteering
Event Details:

Help promote artistic creativity! We are collecting new or gently used art supplies for a local food bank to distribute to families in need.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Larry Abele Photography Exhibit Reception

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 150
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Chinese Lunar New Year

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

"Introduction to Lunar New Year", the event featuring Presentation, craft and performances. 

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Closing

All Day
Colonie Library
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Afternoon Art

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances
Age Group:
Youth
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

"Frozen" Dance Party!

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances
Age Group:
Youth
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with live characters from the fan-favorite Frozen movie!  Three costumed characters will lead an interactive sing and dance-a-long, and then meet families for photos and warm hugs!

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Afternoon Art

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances
Age Group:
Youth
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Afternoon Art

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances
Age Group:
Youth
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Atelier at Arlene's Student Art Show

Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 120

Presidents' Day Closing

All Day
Colonie Library
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closed in observance of Presidents' Day

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Mr. Erik's Bilingual Music & Movement for Preschoolers!

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances, Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Performances, Storytime & Early Childhood
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

¡Vamos a bailar y a cantar! Mr. Erik brings a dynamic, energetic class full of colors, maracas, and an animal friend or two in his musical, magical show! Presented in both English and Spanish for young children and their caregivers. 

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Puppet People Performance of "Goldi Rocks"

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances
Age Group:
Youth
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Enjoy a mesmerizing performance by the Puppet People!  The talented, professional puppeteers will present their Goldi Rocks puppet show for children ages 3-8 and caregivers.  They never fail to entertain!

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stage Left

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Fully Sponsored by the Music Performance Trust Fund and arranged by Local 14.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

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
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art & Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
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.  

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Afternoon Art

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