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This event is in the "Adults" group.

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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Puzzle Swap

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 54
Event Details:

Bring a gently used puzzle to swap for a ‘new’ to you puzzle. No limit on the number of puzzles to swap, however, organizers will monitor. Any piece count is allowed. Please secure puzzle boxes with a rubber band or bag pieces.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Pop Up Book Sale- Friends

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Gallery at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
All Ages
:

Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

The Friends of the Library are hosting a small Pop-Up Book Sale that you won’t want to miss!
Note: this is a small sale.


 Cash Only all books $1.00 

 

Easter Closing

All Day
Colonie Library
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closed for the Easter holiday

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Need Assistance?

Monday, April 21, 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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Conversational Italian

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Local Interest, Other
Age Group:
Adults
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local Interest, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come join our group to practice Italian conversation in a friendly and relaxed environment!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Movie Monday "Conclave"

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Movies & Games
Age Group:
Adults
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

 

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Homework Helpers

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth
:

Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

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 "Teens" group.

Teen D&D for Beginners!

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Cube at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Movies & Games
Age Group:
Teens
:

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: The Cube
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn how to play Dungeons and Dragons in this teen-led event!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Need Assistance?

Tuesday, April 22, 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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Conversational French

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Local Interest
Age Group:
Adults
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local Interest
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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.

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.

Sensory Space Play Time!

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.

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.

Sensory Space Play Time!

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.

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.

Sensory Space Play Time!

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.

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.

Sensory Space Play Time!

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:15pm - 5:45pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.

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.

Sensory Space Play Time!

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Youth
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.

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.

Winelight -A tribute to Grover Washington, Jr.

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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: 34
Event Details:

Winelight is a collaborative effort of 5 local musicians honoring and recognizing the music of Grover Washington, Jr. (12/12/42 - 12/17/99). Grover is considered one of the front runners of today's smooth jazz genre.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

How to Edit Charts Like a Pro (Tech-Talk Webinar)

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 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:

Transform simple charts into professional visuals! This beginner-friendly webinar covers essential skills like modifying titles, adjusting axes, adding data labels, and customizing colors, fonts, and themes. 

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Board of Trustees
:

Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Program Type: Board of Trustees
Event Details:

Contact director@colonielibrary.org for information on attending.

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.

Practice Conversational English

Wednesday, April 23, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English as a New Language: Intermediate

Thursday, April 24, 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).

This event is in the "Adults" group.

In Case of Emergency: The Basics of the iPhone Medical ID App and Health App

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Learn the basics of updating Medical ID and the Health app on your Iphone.  This enables first responders to access your name, emergency contacts and medical history/allergies if you become unconscious.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

LEGO Club!

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
:

Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Family STEAM Night with Siena Biology Club

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Family STEAM Night:

Explore exciting STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) topics with Siena College Biology Club students! They are eager to share their love of science with ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 18

Explore exciting STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) topics with Siena College Biology Club students! They are eager to share their love of science with the younger generation and their families through some fun and interactive experiments, and we are pleased to welcome them!  

*Ages: 1st-4th grades with an adult

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.

Inclement Weather

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