Upcoming Events

Ann Lee: One Woman's Revolution follows the life of Ann Lee, the radical charismatic leader and messiah of the Shakers. The presentation gives special attention to the years that she spent right here in Colonie, during the American Revolution.

The Colonie Library is partnering with “Inclusible” (Inclusible means suitable for inclusion) to host a series of game events for community members school-aged and older, of all abilities. Come play with friends (new and old).

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. This month we are reading "I'll Have What She's Having" by Chelsea Handler.  Stop in and v

Mark your calendars! The Friends of the Library, Library Board, and staff will be hosting an amazing evening with local restaurants, silent auction, music, photo booth, and cash bar.

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.

Sit with therapy dog Beth for a few minutes and read to her! She is a friendly German Shepherd and a very good listener. 

Sit with therapy dog Beth for a few minutes and read to her! She is a friendly German Shepherd and a very good listener. 

Sit with therapy dog Beth for a few minutes and read to her! She is a friendly German Shepherd and a very good listener. 

Sit with therapy dog Beth for a few minutes and read to her! She is a friendly German Shepherd and a very good listener.  

Mrs Growney’s ever-popular program for 5th - 8th grade girls and their moms returns for the Fall and continues through the Spring!  When you register, you will be signed up for the entire session, which runs once a month through April 2026.

 THE COLONIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY 

Cordially Invites You to a Special Presentation by Ben Kemp: Grant Cottage, A Story of Family Devotion 

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!

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!

Join us as we gather with other French speakers for conversation, fun, and camaraderie. You must have a moderate level of proficiency in French conversation to join this group.

craft to be determined 

craft to be determined 

Creating a Table of Contents in Word isn’t just formatting…it’s a productivity superpower.

Come to the library to play Mahjong with new and old friends! If you already know how to play, sign up and join a group for a game or two.

Contact director@colonielibrary.org for information on attending.

Join us for this special teens-only therapy dog event with Beth, the German Shepherd! Feel free to bring your homework, a book to read, or just come for a relaxing mental health break!