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Adult Movie Monday "CODA"

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
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: 48
Event Details:

 

Community Event

Story Circle of the Capital District

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
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: 15
Event Details:

Storytellers and listeners gather to share stories they are working on. 

Homework Helpers

Homework Helpers

Monday, December 16, 2024 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:

Homework Helpers

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.

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Need Assistance?

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 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!

Community Event

French Conversation

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 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.

Computer monitor on a desk displaying the Tech-Talk logo and text, "Tech Help on Demand"

Finding No-Cost Copyright Free Images, Videos and Music (Tech-Talk Webinar)

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 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:

In this webinar you’ll discover 15+ new resources where you can get no-cost, copyright free images, videos and music that you can use safely in your media materials.

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Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 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.

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

Practice Conversational English

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Language Learning, English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
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, December 19, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Language Learning, English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
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).

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

Stay & Play

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
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.

Teen Fun Friday

Teen Fun Friday

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Movies & Games
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Movies & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Stop by the library after school for games, snacks, and more! Bring your friends, or come and make some new ones. Grades 9 to 12 only, please.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

If you have any food allergy concerns, please contact the library in advance of attending this program.

Tween Fun Friday

Tween Fun Friday

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Movies & Games
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Movies & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Stop by the library after school for games, snacks, and more! Bring your friends, or come and make some new ones. Grades 6 to 8 only, please.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

If you have any food allergy concerns, please contact the library in advance of attending this program.

children dancing with text, "Music Together Sample Class"

Music Together

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Required
Seats Remaining: 30

Join Matt Yaeger for a demo class of Music Together®, an early childhood music & movement program!  For children from birth to age 4 years, with an adult. Please choose either the 10:15 or the 11:15 session. 
*Ages: Birth-4 yrs

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.

children dancing with text, "Music Together Sample Class"

Music Together

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Required
Seats Remaining: 30

Join Matt Yaeger for a demo class of Music Together®, an early childhood music & movement program!  For children from birth to age 4 years, with an adult. Please choose either the 10:15 or the 11:15 session. 
*Ages: Birth-4 yrs

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.

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

Stay and Stitch

Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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

Cube Craft

Cube Craft: Yeti Bookmark

12/23/2024 @ 10:00am to 12/24/2024 @ 5:00pm
The Cube at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: The Cube
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by The Cube during school break week to make a fun Yeti bookmark! This is a self-directed activity available any time the library is open between December 23-31. For 6th to 12th graders.

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Need Assistance?

Monday, December 23, 2024 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!

speech bubble saying "need assistance?"

Need Assistance?

Tuesday, December 24, 2024 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!

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
Cube Craft

Cube Craft: Yeti Bookmark

12/26/2024 @ 10:00am to 12/31/2024 @ 5:00pm
The Cube at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: The Cube
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by The Cube during school break week to make a fun Yeti bookmark! This is a self-directed activity available any time the library is open between December 23-31. For 6th to 12th graders.

English as a New Language: Intermediate

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Language Learning, English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
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).

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

Stay & Play

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
Age Group:
Youth
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
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.

Notebook paper with a paper clip and text, "Memoir + Essay Writing"

Memoir & Essay Writing Group

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Board Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Establish a steady writing habit with this biweekly nonfiction writing group.  Each session will feature a brief writing exercise for warmup, feedback opportunities, and open writing time.