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Mystery Book Club

10:30am - 12:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 49

Teen Advisory Group

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 96
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. 

AARP Defensive Driving

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 37
Event Details:

This is a 6-hour course with a 3-hour session on two days. You MUST attend both sessions to receive a course completion certificate. Bring your NYS Driver License and AARP membership card. Fee is $25 for AARP members and $30 for non-members.

AARP Defensive Driving

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 37
Event Details:

This is a 6-hour course with a 3-hour session on two days. You MUST attend both sessions to receive a course completion certificate. Bring your NYS Driver License and AARP membership card. Fee is $25 for AARP members and $30 for non-members.

Three Tools to Create a Personal Scheduling System (Tech-Talk Webinar)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Virtual
Event Details:

In this webinar we’ll look at several scheduling tools including Calendly, Google Calendar appointment app and OnceHub.

College Planning Crash Course

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

During this presentation we will discuss topics including but not limited to: -529 plan overview -UGMA/UTMAs and Coverdell ESAs -In-state versus national 529 plans -Financial aid -American opportunity and lifetime learning tax credits -Estate plan

Monthly Personal Investment Group

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

Come join an informal, monthly meeting of your neighbors to listen to and discuss experiences with personal investing!

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.

LEGO Club!

4:15pm - 5:00pm
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.

Humphrey Bogart Film Series led by Lenny Zapala - Key Largo (1948)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration
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 five-installment series with the movie Key Largo.

Stay & Play

10:15am - 11:00am
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.

Introduction to Podcasting

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn to use the library's podcasting equipment in the Maker Lab! This class qualifies attendees for follow-up time with this equipment in the Maker Lab. 

Practice Conversational English

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 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.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

10:00am - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Book Sale 

Friends of the Library Book Sale

10:00am - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Book Sale 

Friends of the Library Book Sale

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Book Sale 

Fiction Book Discussion Group

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

The group meets on the last Tuesday of the month. Please contact the library for the book title.

Explore Volunteer Opportunities with AARP!

10:30am - 11:45am
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Learn how you can put your time, knowledge and talent to use volunteering with AARP New York.

Make Animated Greeting Cards with Voiceover and Music (Tech-Talk Webinar)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Virtual
Event Details:

Using Canva, PPT Show, and G-Slides, learn how to make stunning cards, add animation, music and voice … creating something special.

Library Board Meeting

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Maker Lab
Program Type: Board of Trustees
Event Details:

Contact director@colonielibrary.org for information on attending.

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
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.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Colonie Library
Room: Stedman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Alzheimer's and other dementias cause memory, thinking and behavior problems that interfere with daily living.

LEGO Club!

4:15pm - 5:00pm
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.