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Music Together

Saturday, September 7, 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

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Music Together

Saturday, September 7, 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

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Mystery Book Club

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
TAG: Teen Advisory Group

Teen Advisory Group

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 96
Event Details:

Join this dynamic group of teens who meet monthly to brainstorm future programs and how to best help the library and the community. Earn volunteer hours and leadership experience while having fun. 

Community Event

AARP Defensive Driving

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 37
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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Friends of the Library Meeting

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 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 Friends of the Library Montly Meeting. 

Community Event

AARP Defensive Driving

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 37
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.

Community Event

College Planning Crash Course

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Teens
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

During this presentation we will discuss topics including but not limited to: -529 plan overview -UGMA/UTMAs and Coverdell ESAs -In-state versus national 529 plans -Financial aid -American opportunity and lifetime learning tax credits -Estate plan

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Monthly Personal Investment Group

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Legal & Financial
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Legal & Financial
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Come join an informal, monthly meeting of your neighbors to listen to and discuss experiences with personal investing!

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Practice Conversational English

Wednesday, September 11, 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.

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LEGO Club!

Thursday, September 12, 2024 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.

Humphrey Bogart Film Series

Humphrey Bogart Film Series led by Lenny Zapala - Key Largo (1948)

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Movies & Games
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies & Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Film expert and Menands Public Library Director Lenny Zapala is offering the fourth of a five-installment series with the movie Key Largo.

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Stay & Play

Friday, September 13, 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.

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Introduction to Podcasting

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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: 10
Event Details:

Learn to use the library's podcasting equipment in the Maker Lab! This class qualifies attendees for follow-up time with this equipment in the Maker Lab. 

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Practice Conversational English

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Board Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 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.

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Friends of the Library Book Sale

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Book Sale 

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Friends of the Library Book Sale

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Book Sale 

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Friends of the Library Book Sale

Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Book Sale 

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Fiction Book Discussion Group

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Lab at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

The group meets on the last Tuesday of the month. Please contact the library for the book title.

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Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, September 25, 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, September 25, 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.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stedman Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Alzheimer's and other dementias cause memory, thinking and behavior problems that interfere with daily living.

Legos with foreground text, "LEGO Club"

LEGO Club!

Thursday, September 26, 2024 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.

Community Event

Bridge the divide - introductory presentation and talk

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Activity Room at Colonie Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Introduction to Braver Angels. This will be a short presentation followed by a talk with attendees. We would show everyone how we intend to bridge the political divide here locally. Our workshops were designed by experts and they work!