This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Toddler Time 9:30am - 10:15am Youth Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Toddler Time 9:30am - 10:15am Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood Registration Required Seats Remaining: 30 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. Feb 13 2025 Thu English as a New Language: Intermediate 11:30am - 1:00pm Adults Closed Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu English as a New Language: Intermediate 11:30am - 1:00pm Closed 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).
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu In Case of Emergency: The Basics of the iPhone Medical ID App and Health App 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu In Case of Emergency: The Basics of the iPhone Medical ID App and Health App 2:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Maker Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 6 Event Details: Learn the basics of updating Medical ID and the Health app on your Iphone. This enables first responders to access your name, emergency contacts and medical history/allergies if you become unconscious.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu LEGO Club! 4:15pm - 5:00pm Youth Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu LEGO Club! 4:15pm - 5:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Barbara Stanwyck Film Series Led by Lenny Zapala - File on Thelma Jordon (1950) 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Barbara Stanwyck Film Series Led by Lenny Zapala - File on Thelma Jordon (1950) 6:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies & Games Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Film expert and Menands Public Library Director Lenny Zapala is offering the fourth of a six-installment series with the movie The File on Thelma Jordan.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Family STEAM Night with Mathnasium 6:30pm - 7:15pm Youth Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 13 2025 Thu Family STEAM Night with Mathnasium 6:30pm - 7:15pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Education & Employment, STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Who knew math could be exciting & fun? We did, and Mathnasium will prove it! Join us for an engaging exploration of unusual topics, such as Pizza Math, Yahtzee, Fibonacci numbers, Pi Day, and more! 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. Feb 14 2025 Fri Baby Bounce Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Youth Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 14 2025 Fri Baby Bounce Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood Registration Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: A special storytime for babies that are not yet walking and their caregivers. This fun 15-20 minute program includes songs, fingerplays, lap bounces, and books.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 14 2025 Fri Stay & Play 10:15am - 11:00am Youth Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 14 2025 Fri Stay & Play 10:15am - 11:00am Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood Registration 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 14 2025 Fri Taxpayer Assistance Program (TAP) NYS Tax help 12:00pm - 5:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 14 2025 Fri Taxpayer Assistance Program (TAP) NYS Tax help 12:00pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Local Interest Event Details: Get tax help and file for free!Tax Department Associates will walk you through your income tax returns, step by step, as you complete
This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 14 2025 Fri Teen Fun Friday 3:00pm - 4:00pm Teens Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 14 2025 Fri Teen Fun Friday 3:00pm - 4:00pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: The Cube Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Movies & Games Registration 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 14 2025 Fri Tween Fun Friday 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 14 2025 Fri Tween Fun Friday 4:00pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: The Cube Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Movies & Games Registration 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 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 15 2025 Sat Puzzle Swap 10:00am - 12:00pm All Ages Registration This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 15 2025 Sat Puzzle Swap 10:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Other Registration Required Seats Remaining: 65 Event Details: Bring a gently used puzzle to swap for a ‘new’ to you puzzle. No limit on the number of puzzles to swap, however, organizers will monitor. Any piece count is allowed. Please secure puzzle boxes with a rubber band or bag pieces.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 16 2025 Sun Atelier at Arlene's Student Art Show 2:00pm - 3:30pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 16 2025 Sun Atelier at Arlene's Student Art Show 2:00pm - 3:30pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art & Performances Registration Required Seats Remaining: 120
Feb 17 2025 Mon Presidents' Day Closing All Day Closing Feb 17 2025 Mon Closing Presidents' Day Closing All Day Branches: Colonie Library Description: Closed in observance of Presidents' Day
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Need Assistance? 10:00am - 12:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Need Assistance? 10:00am - 12:00pm 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 "Teens" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Java Coding Club 3:30pm - 5:00pm Teens Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Java Coding Club 3:30pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Maker Lab Age Group: Teens Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Learn the basics of Java in this 4-day, teen-led workshop! Please sign up once and plan on attending all 4 sessions.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Get Cozy with Hygge and Read! 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Get Cozy with Hygge and Read! 6:30pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Seats Remaining: 40 Event Details: Hygge is a Danish concept that focuses on warmth, connection, and simplicity. Come for a warm atmosphere, enjoy simple pleasures, read in comfortable silence with others, and appreciate the moment!
This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Get Cozy with Hygge and Read, Junior Version! 6:30pm - 7:30pm Youth Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Get Cozy with Hygge and Read, Junior Version! 6:30pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: Hygge is a Danish concept that focuses on warmth, connection, and simplicity. Come for a warm atmosphere, enjoy simple pleasures, read in comfortable silence with others, and appreciate the moment!
This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Get Cozy with Hygge and Read, Teen Version! 6:30pm - 7:30pm Teens Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Get Cozy with Hygge and Read, Teen Version! 6:30pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: The Cube Age Group: Teens Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Hygge is a Danish concept that focuses on warmth, connection, and simplicity. Come for a warm atmosphere, enjoy simple pleasures, read in comfortable silence with others, and appreciate the moment!
This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Silly Putty® Science Workshop! 1:30pm - 2:15pm Youth Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Silly Putty® Science Workshop! 1:30pm - 2:15pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: General Electric engineer James Wright invented Silly Putty® in 1943. The toy was introduced to the public on February 14, 1950, at the International Toy Fair in New York. 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. Feb 19 2025 Wed Heartstopper Party 2:00pm - 3:30pm Teens Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Heartstopper Party 2:00pm - 3:30pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Movies & Games Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: If you love Heartstopper (books or show!), join us for a fun afternoon of Heartstopper-themed games and activities! This event was planned by the library's Got Pride committee.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Silly Putty® Science Workshop! 3:00pm - 3:45pm Youth Registration This event is in the "Youth" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Silly Putty® Science Workshop! 3:00pm - 3:45pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: General Electric engineer James Wright invented Silly Putty® in 1943. The toy was introduced to the public on February 14, 1950, at the International Toy Fair in New York. 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. Feb 19 2025 Wed Java Coding Club 3:30pm - 5:00pm Teens Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Java Coding Club 3:30pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Maker Lab Age Group: Teens Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Learn the basics of Java in this 4-day, teen-led workshop! Please sign up once and plan on attending all 4 sessions.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Practice Conversational English 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 19 2025 Wed Practice Conversational English 6:30pm - 7:30pm 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.