Colonie Library

10:00am-6:00pm

William K. Sanford Town Library
629 Albany Shaker Road
Loudonville, NY 12211
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon-Thu: 10:00am-8:00pm

Fri: 10:00am-6:00pm

Sat: 10:00am-5:00pm

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (7/06)	Mon (7/07)	Tue (7/08)	Wed (7/09)	Thu (7/10)	Fri (7/11)	Sat (7/12)
All Day	Closing Summer Sunday Closing All Day Branches: Colonie Library Description: Closed Sundays in the summer	This event is in the "All Ages" group Once Upon A Cover All Day All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Art & Crafts Event Details: Color Our World and create a miniature masterpiece for our Community Art Show & Reception to be held in August! Starting today, pick up a recycled book cover at the Children’s Desk, design and decorate it at home as you wish, and return
		This event is in the "Teens" group Read it Forward All Day Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: The Cube Age Group: Teens Program Type: Books & Writing Event Details: It's time to Read it Forward!
		This event is in the "Adults" group Colonie Library Crossword Puzzle 07/07/2025 @ 10:00am–07/12/2025 @ 5:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games Event Details: Calling all puzzle lovers! Stop by the circulation desk to get your copy of the first edition of the Colonie Library Crossword!
9 am			This event is in the "Adults" group Tuesday Walking Club @ Crossings Park 9:30am–10:15am Adults Closed Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Join the Library's Tuesday Walking Club. Enjoy a tranquil walk in our beautiful Crossings park while chatting with your neighbors! We will meet at the Pavilion by the lake at the Crossings Park and walk approximately two miles.&nb
10 am		This event is in the "Youth" group Kids Movie Mondays "Sonic 3" 10:15am–12:00pm Youth Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Movies, Music, & Theater Registration Required Event Details: Join us as we enjoy a screening of "Sonic 3" at the library on our big screen! Children are welcome to bring blankies or stuffed animals to cuddle with as we enjoy a fun morning movie together. 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 Preschool Paint Party 10:15am–11:00am Youth Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood, Popular Registration Required Event Details: We'll start with some painting stories and songs, and then move into a colorful extravaganza of painting fun. Dress for a mess! Rain date is Wednesday.		This event is in the "Adults" group Medicare Tabling 10:30am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Gallery Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: A representative of NY StateWide Senior Action Council will be tabling at the William Sandford Town Library. Valuable information will be available on how to protect yourself against Medicare fraud, income qualificatio	This event is in the "Youth" group Stay & Play 10:15am–11:00am Youth Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood Registration Required	This event is in the "Adults" group People and Prose 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open 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 "All Ages" group Friends of the Library Pop Up Book Sale 10:00am–1:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Gallery Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Friends of the Library Event Details: The Friends of the Library are hosting a small Pop-Up Book Sale that you won’t want to miss! Note: this is a small sale of children's books. This event is in the "Youth" group Paws for Reading 10:30am–10:45am Youth Full Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Full Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Books & Writing, Other Registration Required Event Details: Sit with therapy dog Oatmeal for a few minutes and read to him! He is a very good listener! This event is in the "Youth" group Paws for Reading 10:45am–11:00am Youth Full Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Full Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Books & Writing, Other Registration Required Event Details: Sit with therapy dog Oatmeal for a few minutes and read to him! He is a very good listener! This event is in the "All Ages" group Indian Music Student Recital 10:45am–1:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies, Music, & Theater Event Details: Join us for a special morning of Indian classical music featuring student performances, including NYSCA apprenticeship award recipients in sitar and tabla.
11 am							This event is in the "Youth" group Paws for Reading 11:00am–11:15am Youth Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Waitlist Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Books & Writing, Other Registration Required Event Details: Sit with therapy dog Oatmeal for a few minutes and read to him! He is a very good listener! This event is in the "Youth" group Paws for Reading 11:15am–11:30am Youth Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Waitlist Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Books & Writing, Other Registration Required Event Details: Sit with therapy dog Oatmeal for a few minutes and read to him! He is a very good listener!
12 pm						This event is in the "Adults" group Composting and Sustainability Info Table 12:00pm–5:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Gallery Age Group: Adults Program Type: Local Interest, Other Event Details: Stop by and find out about the Colonie Food Scraps Drop Off Program, home composting tips, how to avoid microplastics and more! Presented by Zero Waste Capital District.
1 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Android Clinic 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Maker Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Come and ask your Android phone/tablet questions in a group. The content of this class will be determined by the questions attendees ask. This event is in the "Adults" group Senior Resources @ the Library 1:00pm–4:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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. Their department specialist will be available to share information on such topics as: services to age in place, recreational programs, financial/entitlement assistance programs, health insurance counseling and caregiving resources that are available to all ages. They look forward to meeting with you.		This event is in the "Youth" group Create with Miss Chris 1:00pm–1:45pm Youth Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Art & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Be prepared to make a beautiful work of art that is uniquely yours using various mediums!	This event is in the "Youth" group Time Travel Adventures! 1:30pm–2:15pm Youth Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Movies, Music, & Theater, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Young explorers will travel back in time to discover some of the greatest inventions and innovations of the ancient world!
2 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Movie Monday "Arthur the King" 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies, Music, & Theater Registration Required Event Details: Join us for film screenings on Mondays. We'll watch a mix of new movies, blockbusters, and favorites. Don't forget to bring a sweater in case it's chilly, and stadium cushion for seating comfort.	This event is in the "Adults" group Stay and Make 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Acrylic pour on a glass vase which involves pouring mixed acrylic paint into the vase and allowing the paint to flow and create a unique design This class will be held outside.	This event is in the "Adults" group Open Art Studio 2:15pm–4:00pm Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Come in and be crafty with Jen & Sarah.	This event is in the "Teens" group Paint Chip Skylines 2:00pm–3:00pm Teens Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Recreate a city skyline (or create your own!) using paint chips! This event will repeat on Monday, August 4 at 6:30-7:30pm. Please choose just one date to attend. This event is in the "Adults" group iPhone Intermediate 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Maker Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Do you already know the basics of your iPhone but want to learn more? We will cover Spotlight Search and Control Center, Advanced Settings, Organizing and Updating Apps, Intermediate messaging and Intermediate Photos. This event is in the "Youth" group Time Travel Adventures! 2:45pm–3:30pm Youth Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Art & Crafts, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Young explorers will travel back in time to discover some of the greatest inventions and innovations of the ancient world!		This event is in the "All Ages" group Music Medley with Terri! 2:00pm–3:00pm All Ages Open Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies, Music, & Theater Registration Required Event Details: Sing, dance, play and jam to old and new family chants, tunes and songs, using child-friendly rhythm instruments!
3 pm		This event is in the "Youth" group Colorful Creations- Art meets Science 3:00pm–4:00pm Youth Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Each week we will be exploring science while creating art! Wear clothing that can get messy!		This event is in the "Adults" group Smart Organizing with Google Photos (Tech-Talk Webinar) 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Virtual Event Details: Using Google Photos, we will organize, create albums, and sync your devices. We’ll show you how to use search, facial recognition, and location features to be able to find specific images when you need them.		This event is in the "Teens" group Colonie Library Artistic Performances (C.L.A.P.) Troupe Meeting 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Movies, Music, & Theater Registration Required Event Details: Want to help "Color Our World" with storytelling? Then join the Colonie Library Artistic Performances (C.L.A.P.) troupe! Disclaimer(s) Special Series Registration Clicking the cancellation link in your confirmation email will remove your registration for the entire series.
4 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group Summer Anime Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Movies, Music, & Theater Registration Required Event Details: Join us for this teen-led hour of anime! This week's topic: Studio Ghibli trivia For teens entering grades 7 to 12.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group Supernova Spray Painting 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Outside Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: A step by step tutorial for learning the process of creating a galaxy by utilizing spray painting techniques. This event will be on the library back lawn under the tent, and is weather permitting. This event is in the "Youth" group Family Storytime 6:30pm–7:15pm Youth Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood Registration Required Meet us outside on the Library Grounds for stories, songs, and dancing. Too hot or too rainy? We will move to the Stedman Room! Bring your lawn chairs or blankets. *Ages: Families with Children	Friends of the Library Meeting 6:00pm–8:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Maker Lab Program Type: Friends of the Library Event Details: Join the Friend of the Library monthly meeting. This event is in the "Adults" group Stay and Make 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Acrylic pour on a glass vase which involves pouring mixed acrylic paint into the vase and allowing the paint to flow and create a unique design This class will be held outside.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group Stay n Stitch 6:00pm–7:45pm Adults, Teens Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Adults, Teens Program Type: Art & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Stay, stitch, and socialize! Bring your own fiber project to work on while you relax and chat. Ages: Adults and teens This event is in the "Adults" group Monthly Personal Investment Group 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Closed Registration Required* This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Maker Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Legal & Financial Registration Required Event Details: Come join an informal, monthly meeting of your neighbors to listen to and discuss experiences with personal investing! This event is in the "Adults" group Practice Conversational English 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Film Noir in Color Series: A Kiss Before Dying (1956) 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies, Music, & Theater Registration Required Event Details: Film expert and Menands Public Library Director Lenny Zapala is offering the third of a five-installment series with the movie A Kiss Before Dying. This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Mastodons, Cavemen, and Bears- Oh My! Ice Age Program 6:30pm–7:30pm Youth, All Ages Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth, All Ages Program Type: Movies, Music, & Theater Registration Required Event Details: Explore the extraordinary life of cavemen and the unusual animals that inhabited our planet during the Ice Age! You will see actual fossils of skulls and early tools of humans, plus, play a "Are You Smarter than a Caveman?" game show. 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.