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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.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Afternoon Art

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Art & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Registration Required
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 "Teens" group

Teen Volunteer Event

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Volunteering
Age Group:
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteering
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help your library and community with hands-on activities! Activities will vary for each Teen Volunteer Event, but may include cleaning, crafting, and more! 

This event is in the "Youth" group

Reading Buddies

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and practice reading with a teen.  First, select a book from our collection and then spend time reading with one of our teen volunteers.  Each session is 30 minutes long.

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

Reading Buddies

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and practice reading with a teen.  First, select a book from our collection and then spend time reading with one of our teen volunteers.  Each session is 30 minutes long.

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

Toddler Time

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Registration Required

A 45-minute program for children up to 36 months with an adult, including stories, singing, dancing and free play. 
*Ages: 0-36 months, with a caregiver
 

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 "All Ages" group

Need Assistance?

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 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 "Youth" group

Toddler Time

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Registration Required

A 45-minute program for children up to 36 months with an adult, including stories, singing, dancing and free play. 
*Ages: 0-36 months, with a caregiver
 

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

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Sensory Space Play Time!

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore a world of wonder in our 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, February 24, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Registration Required
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, February 24, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Registration Required
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, February 24, 2026 at 5:15pm - 5:45pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Registration Required
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, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Registration Required
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

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Music and Movement

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a morning full of music and fun!

For ages 5 and younger with a caregiver.

Register for each week separately, one week in advance. 

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

Music and Movement

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a morning full of music and fun!

For ages 5 and younger with a caregiver.

Register for each week separately, one week in advance. 

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

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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. 

This event is in the "Youth" group

LEGO Club!

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
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.

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

Youth Writing Center Workshop

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Youth
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for the YWC (Youth Writing Center) Workshop where we'll have stations for creative writing, group read alouds, and crafts! This 6 week program is open to students in 3rd-5th grade.

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 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.