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iPhone Intermediate

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6

Do you already know the basics of your iPhone but want to learn more?  We will cover Spotlight Search and Control Center, Advanced Settings, Organizing and Updating Apps, Intermediate messaging and Intermediate Photos.  

Friends of the Library Meeting

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Join the Friend of the Library monthly meeting.

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Practice Conversational English

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 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, January 16, 2025 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).

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LEGO Club!

Thursday, January 16, 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.

The Planted Platter- Plant Based Cooking

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Deb Czech, nutrition coach and founder of the Planted Platter, will discuss how to get started with plant based eating to attain and maintain a healthy weight.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

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Laugh Out Loud Book Club - Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us in-person in the library's Activity Room for our "Laugh Out Loud" book group.  We are focusing on fun reads that make you laugh. 

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. 

Community Event

Area 54 Toastmasters Contest

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Local Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local Interest
Event Details:

Toastmasters Contest 
Five Clubs from the surrounding area will bring contestants to compete in the International Speech Competition,
and the Table Topics Competition. 

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

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Need Assistance?

Tuesday, January 21, 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!

Cricut Maker Lab

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Sign up for  cricut maker lab time. 

 

 

AARP

AARP Defensive Driving

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Local Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local Interest
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

This is a 6-hour course with a 3-hour session on two days. You MUST attend both sessions to receive a course completion certificate. Bring your NYS Driver License and AARP membership card. Fee is $25 for AARP members and $30 for non-members.

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9 Powerful Chart Types to Tell Your Story (Tech-Talk Webinar)

Wednesday, January 22, 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:

Discover how to transform your data into compelling visuals in this webinar. Learn how to use Excel, G-Sheets, and Web 365 to create impactful column charts, line graphs, heat maps, and more.

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Practice Conversational English

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 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, January 23, 2025 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).

AARP

AARP Defensive Driving

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Local Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local Interest
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

This is a 6-hour course with a 3-hour session on two days. You MUST attend both sessions to receive a course completion certificate. Bring your NYS Driver License and AARP membership card. Fee is $25 for AARP members and $30 for non-members.

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iPad Clinic

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6

Do you have an iPad and need to learn how to use it?  This clinic will teach you the basics of using your device, as well as how to download free e-books from the library’s digital catalog.  Please feel free to bring your iPad and your library card.

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Stay & Play

Friday, January 24, 2025 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, January 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Movies & Games
Age Group:
Teens
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Movies & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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, January 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Movies & Games
Age Group:
Teens
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Movies & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

People and Prose

Saturday, January 25, 2025 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:

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!

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Colonie Library's 2025 PreSchool Fair

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Education & Employment, Festivals & Fairs
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education & Employment, Festivals & Fairs
Event Details:

Parents of toddlers and preschoolers, please stop by to meet representatives of preschools in the Colonie area. It’s the perfect opportunity for you to preview what’s available, all in one place at one time!   

Peterson's Test & Career Prep for Teens

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Education & Employment
Age Group:
Teens
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Education & Employment
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn how to use our Peterson's Test & Career Prep resource!