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Colonie Library Crossword Puzzle

All Day 12/1 - 12/31
Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Calling all puzzle lovers! Stop by the circulation desk to get your copy of the Colonie Library Crossword!

This event is in the "Youth" group

Chess

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chess is an opportunity for participants of all ages to engage in open chess play at the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Trivia Tuesday

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Waitlist
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Puzzle Night

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Open
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.

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Family Bingo Night

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
All Ages
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come for some Hot Cocoa, Prizes and Bingo fun!

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.

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 "Youth" group

Chess

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Chess is an opportunity for participants of all ages to engage in open chess play at the Library.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Magic the Gathering Battle!

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Face off against other teens in this Magic the Gathering battle! Bring your own cards, or use some of ours. Note: There will be no instruction - only play!

For teens in grades 6 to 12 only.

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 "All Ages" group

Family Dance with Paul Rosenberg of Homespun Occasions

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games, Movies, Music, & Theater, Other
Age Group:
All Ages
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games, Movies, Music, & Theater, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Prepare to dance and sing with Paul Rosenberg from Homespun Occasions.  You will learn traditional dances from countries all over the world.  Tons of fun for all. 

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 "All Ages" group

Inclusible Community Game Night!

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
All Ages
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Colonie Library is partnering with “Inclusible” (Inclusible means suitable for inclusion) to host a series of game events for community members school-aged and older, of all abilities. Come play with friends (new and old).

This event is in the "Adults" group

Puzzle Chess Tournament

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
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:

In honor of national puzzle day come join us for puzzle chess! 

Do you have what it takes to be a puzzle chess champion? Today is your day! 

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 "All Ages" group

Inclusible Community Game Night!

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
All Ages
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Colonie Library is partnering with “Inclusible” (Inclusible means suitable for inclusion) to host a series of game events for community members school-aged and older, of all abilities. Come play with friends (new and old).

Presidents' Day Closing

All Day
Colonie Library
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closed in observance of Presidents' Day

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

 

This event is in the "Youth" group

Wicked Wednesday

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts, Games, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Games, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come enjoy "One Short Day" at the library as we rejoicify and celebrate all things "Wicked" with music and thrillifying activities!

*This program is recommended for children in grades K-6 and 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Harry Potter Bingo for Teens

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for snacks, prizes, and Harry Potter-themed Bingo! For teens in grades 6 to 12 only, please.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Trivia Tuesday

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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:

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Inclusible Community Game Night!

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
All Ages
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Colonie Library is partnering with “Inclusible” (Inclusible means suitable for inclusion) to host a series of game events for community members school-aged and older, of all abilities. Come play with friends (new and old).

Easter Closing

All Day
Colonie Library
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closed for the Easter holiday