This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 31 2026 Tue Fiction Book Discussion Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 31 2026 Tue Fiction Book Discussion Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Maker Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: The group meets on the last Tuesday of the month, September-June. To join or for information, contact: Paul Drezelo, drezelop@colonielibrary.org.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 1 2026 Wed 50 Week Reading Challenge All Day Teens, Youth This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 1 2026 Wed 50 Week Reading Challenge All Day Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Age Group: Teens, Youth Program Type: Books & Writing, 50th Anniversary Event Details: Keep Reading! If you are participating in the library's 50 Week Reading Challenge, remember to record your minutes each week, and stop in for your prize between 12/19/26-12/31/26!
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 1 2026 Wed Chilling Chapters Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 1 2026 Wed Chilling Chapters Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required
This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 10:30am–10:45am Youth Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 10:30am–10:45am Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: Sit with therapy dog Karly for a few minutes and read to her! She is a mini goldendoodle and a very good listener. 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 "Youth" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 10:45am–11:00am Youth Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 10:45am–11:00am Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: Sit with therapy dog Karly for a few minutes and read to her! She is a mini goldendoodle and a very good listener. 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 "Youth" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 11:00am–11:15am Youth Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 11:00am–11:15am Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: Sit with therapy dog Karly for a few minutes and read to her! She is a mini goldendoodle and a very good listener. 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 "Youth" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 11:15am–11:30am Youth Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 11:15am–11:30am Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: Sit with therapy dog Karly for a few minutes and read to her! She is a mini goldendoodle and a very good listener. 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.
Apr 5 2026 Sun Easter Closing All Day Closing Apr 5 2026 Sun Closing Easter Closing All Day Branches: Colonie Library Description: Closed for the Easter holiday
This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Youth Mid-Day at the Library, Where Books Come Alive! 1:30pm–2:30pm Youth This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Youth Mid-Day at the Library, Where Books Come Alive! 1:30pm–2:30pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Art & Crafts, Books & Writing, Festivals & Fairs, Games, 50th Anniversary Event Details: Celebrate our 50th Anniversary and your family's love of reading at our Mid-Day at the Library event! Children's books will come alive with interactive games, hands-on activities, arts & crafts, mazes & quizzes, and even a photo boot
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 11 2026 Sat People and Prose 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 11 2026 Sat People and Prose 10:00am–12:00pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: This is an opportunity to recharge your writing, and spark your creativity. A space to write without distractions. Whether you are writing memoirs, short fiction, poetry, or just going wherever your imagination and interests lead!
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Mystery Book Club 10:30am–12:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Mystery Book Club 10:30am–12:00pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Personal Growth Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Personal Growth Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: Come ready to discuss the book, "Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear" by Elizabeth Gilbert
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Laugh Out Loud Book Club: I'll Have What She's Having by Chelsea Handler 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Laugh Out Loud Book Club: I'll Have What She's Having by Chelsea Handler 7:00pm–8:00pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Maker Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: 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
This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 10:30am–10:45am Youth Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 10:30am–10:45am Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: Sit with therapy dog Beth for a few minutes and read to her! She is a friendly German Shepherd and a very good listener. 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 "Youth" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 10:45am–11:00am Youth Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 10:45am–11:00am Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: Sit with therapy dog Beth for a few minutes and read to her! She is a friendly German Shepherd and a very good listener. 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 "Youth" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 11:00am–11:15am Youth Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 11:00am–11:15am Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: Sit with therapy dog Beth for a few minutes and read to her! She is a friendly German Shepherd and a very good listener. 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 "Youth" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 11:15am–11:30am Youth Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Paws for Reading 11:15am–11:30am Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: Sit with therapy dog Beth for a few minutes and read to her! She is a friendly German Shepherd and a very good listener. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Mother Daughter Book Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Teens, Youth This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Youth" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Mother Daughter Book Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Teens, Youth Program Type: Books & Writing Event Details: 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 24 2026 Fri Creative Writing Club 4:15pm–5:00pm Teens Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 24 2026 Fri Creative Writing Club 4:15pm–5:00pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: Join us for this teen-led workshop where teens of all skills can express their vision in an unstructured way, through poetry, journaling, fiction, or even personal essay writing.
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 25 2026 Sat People and Prose 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 25 2026 Sat People and Prose 10:00am–12:00pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: This is an opportunity to recharge your writing, and spark your creativity. A space to write without distractions. Whether you are writing memoirs, short fiction, poetry, or just going wherever your imagination and interests lead!
This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Page Turners Book Club 11:00am–12:00pm Teens Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Page Turners Book Club 11:00am–12:00pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: The Cube Age Group: Teens Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: Join us for this teen-led book club for middle schoolers, where attendees can make friends, share titles, and engage with other 6th to 8th graders who love to read.This month's title: TBD
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Fiction Book Discussion Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Fiction Book Discussion Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Maker Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Writing Registration Required Event Details: The group meets on the last Tuesday of the month, September-June. To join or for information, contact: Paul Drezelo, drezelop@colonielibrary.org.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Youth" group May 1 2026 Fri 50 Week Reading Challenge All Day Teens, Youth This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Youth" group May 1 2026 Fri 50 Week Reading Challenge All Day Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Age Group: Teens, Youth Program Type: Books & Writing, 50th Anniversary Event Details: Keep Reading! If you are participating in the library's 50 Week Reading Challenge, remember to record your minutes each week, and stop in for your prize between 12/19/26-12/31/26!
This event is in the "Teens" group May 1 - 31 2026 Teen Bookmark Design Contest All Day 5/1–5/31 Teens This event is in the "Teens" group May 1 - 31 2026 Teen Bookmark Design Contest All Day 5/1–5/31 Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art & Crafts, Books & Writing Event Details: Design a bookmark for teens showcasing our summer reading theme, Unearth a Story! The winning bookmark will be printed and given out in The Cube all summer long! Designs will be accepted from teens in grades 6 to 12.