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STEAM Discovery 1, 2, 3!

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Youth
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Join us for a variety of fun and engaging enrichment activities after school! We'll have STEAM programs, special guests, and so much more! 

*Ages: 1st-3rd Grade

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.

Personal Growth Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

We will discuss the book, Blink the Power of Thinking Without Thinking by Malcolm Gladwell

Practice Conversational English

6:30pm - 7:30pm
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.

Toddler Time

9:30am - 10:15am
Youth
Registration
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.

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:15am
Youth
Registration
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.

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.

Baby Bounce Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth
Registration
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.

Stay & Play

10:15am - 11:00am
Youth
Registration
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.

Taxpayer Assistance Program (TAP) NYS Tax help

12:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
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

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)

Food Allergies

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

Senior Resources @ the Library

10:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Town of Colonie Senior Resource Department will be on site with information on services and programs available to our town seniors.

Ready, Set, Kindergarten

10:30am - 11:15am
Youth
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Science & Nature, STEAM, Storytime & Early Childhood
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us for stories, games and activities designed to encourage the development of early learning practices. Using stories, songs, simple experiments and art, we'll explore literacy, math and science.

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.

Need Assistance?

1:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Colonie Library
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!

Afternoon Art

4:30pm - 5:15pm
Youth
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Art & Performances
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

An Afternoon Art workshop where each week we will be making a different art project!  Come use your imagination and get creative! Wear clothing that can get messy. 

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.

Homework Helpers

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Other
Registration 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.

Teen Advisory Group

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
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. 

Toddler Time

9:30am - 10:15am
Youth
Registration
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.

Need Assistance?

10:00am - 12:00pm
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!

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:15am
Youth
Registration
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.

Music and Movement

9:30am - 10:15am
Youth
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us for a morning full of music and fun!

For ages 5 and younger with a caregiver.

Registration is required.

Register each week, one week in advance. 

Please register using your child's name.

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.

Music and Movement

10:30am - 11:15am
Youth
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us for a morning full of music and fun!

For ages 5 and younger with a caregiver.

Registration is required.

Register each week, one week in advance. 

Please register using your child's name.

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.

STEAM Discovery 1, 2, 3!

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:

Join us for a variety of fun and engaging enrichment activities after school! We'll have STEAM programs, special guests, and so much more! 

*Ages: 1st-3rd Grade

Anita Sanchez, Maple Syrup

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.

Practice Conversational English

6:30pm - 7:30pm
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.