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Cube Craft: Yeti Bookmark

12/23/2024 @ 10:00am - 12/24/2024 @ 5:00pm
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.

Christmas Eve

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closing early

Christmas Day Closing

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library

Cube Craft: Yeti Bookmark

12/26/2024 @ 10:00am - 12/31/2024 @ 5:00pm
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

11:30am - 1:00pm
Adults
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Learning, English Language Learning
Registration 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).

Stay & Play

10:15am - 11:00am
Youth
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 34
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.

Memoir & Essay Writing Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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.

Uncharted Wild's Reptile Show

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Youth
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Performances, Science & Nature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Get up close and personal with (mostly scaly) animals, and learn some astonishing facts! Included are a variety of snakes, lizards, a tortoise, a cool invertebrate, and other creepy crawlies! For families of all ages. 

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.

Glow Party

11:00am - 11:45am
Youth
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come and have fun at our Glow Party!  We will play games, have glow crafts and lots of fun!  Be sure to wear white!

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.

Glow Party

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Youth
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come and have fun at our Glow Party!  We will play games, have glow crafts and lots of fun!  Be sure to wear white!

Escape the Cursed Cabin

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Do you have the wits to escape the cursed cabin? Solve the series of riddles, puzzles and challenges to find out!

Noon Years Eve

11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Celebrate the New Year with us!  We'll craft, dance and sing, then countdown to Happy Noon Year together!  For families with kids of all ages. 

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.

Dietary Restrictions

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

New Year's Eve

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:

Closing early

New Year's Day Closing

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library

Inclusible Adult Gaming

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

The Colonie Library is partnering with “Inclusible” (Inclusible means suitable for inclusion) to host a series of game events for adults of all ages and abilities. Come play with friends (new and old) or be a partner to someone who needs support.

English as a New Language: Intermediate

11:30am - 1:00pm
Adults
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Learning, English Language Learning
Registration 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).

LEGO Club!

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Youth
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: STEAM
Registration 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.

Cutting the Cord: Alternatives to Traditional TV Services

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us as we discuss and demonstrate additional TV options like using a digital antenna, smart devices, and streaming devices like Roku and Apple TV to cut costs or broaden your viewing content options.

Mother Daughter Book Group

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Youth
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Teens, Youth
Program Type: Books & Writing

Disclaimer(s)

Dietary Restrictions

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

Stay and Stitch

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults, Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17

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

Carmen Lookshire Music Performance

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art & Performances, Local Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

"Carmen and Life's Guilty Pleasures" play an eclectic mix of jazz, soul, and blues. Carmen is best known for her pure vocals and stage presence. She is accompanied by Joe Carrick on guitar.

Conversational Russian for kids

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Youth
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Local Interest
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Games and conversation activities for kids age 5-12

 

Art Supply Drive for Brushes in Hand

All Day 1/6 - 1/31
All Ages
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art & Performances, Local Interest, Volunteering
Event Details:

Help promote artistic creativity! We are collecting new or gently used art supplies for a local food bank to distribute to families in need.

All Ages Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/6 - 2/14
All Ages
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Writing
Event Details:

Join us for our 6 week Winter Reading Challenge starting January 6th and ending February 14th!  Adults can pick up their Winter Reading Challenge materials at the Information desk.