Week Calendar

Name: Read it Forward
Start: 2024-07-15
End: 2024-07-15
Location: William K. Sanford Town Library

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 (7/14)	Mon (7/15)	Tue (7/16)	Wed (7/17)	Thu (7/18)	Fri (7/19)	Sat (7/20)
All Day	Closing Closed All Day Branches: Colonie Library	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. Library Branch: Colonie Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Books & Writing Event Details: Teens can pick up a copy of this year's Read it Forward book - Elatsoe by Darcie Little Badger! Read it, pass it on to someone else, and fill out a survey for the chance to win an awesome prize!
		This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Room Scavenger Hunt All Day 7/15 - 7/20 Teens This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: The Cube Age Group: Teens Program Type: Movies & Games Event Details: Search for the hidden letters around the Cube, and unscramble them for a prize!
9 am			This event is in the "Adults" group. Tuesday Walking Club @ Crossings Park 9:30am - 10:15am Adults Closed Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 15 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 "Migration" 10:15am - 12:00pm Youth Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Movies & Games Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Join us as we enjoy a screening of "Migration" 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. Stories on the Lawn 10:15am - 11:00am Youth Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood Required Seats Remaining: 59 Event Details: Bring a blanket and join us on the back lawn! Held inside if the weather doesn’t cooperate. *Ages: 5 years old and younger, siblings welcome 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. Stay & Play 10:15am - 11:00am Youth Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood Required Seats Remaining: 23 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.	This event is in the "Youth" group. Farmers Market Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Youth Closed Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Youth" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood Required Seats Remaining: 41 Event Details: Shop the Farmers Market, and stop for stories! Join us at the Crossings Park once a month, rain or shine. On sunny days we'll be under the gazebo by the pond.
11 am					This event is in the "Adults" group. English as a New Language: Intermediate 11:30am - 1:00pm Adults Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Maker Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Learning, English Language Learning Required Seats Remaining: 0 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).		This event is in the "Adults" group. Sahaja Meditation 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 44 Event Details: You will be introduced to a unique form of meditation called Sahaja Meditation that is practiced in over 100 countries and is always free. With your desire, an energy within you will be awakened.
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1 pm					This event is in the "Youth" group. Junior Camp Bash at the Library 1:00pm - 2:00pm Youth Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Crafts, Science & Nature Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Let's have a camp-themed party. You will get to make and do fun "camp-based" crafts and activities. Ages: Grades 1-4 This event is in the "Adults" group. AARP 1:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Local Interest Required Seats Remaining: 15
2 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Adult Movie Monday "Marsh King's Daughter" 2:00pm - 4:30pm Adults Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies & Games Required Seats Remaining: 36 Event Details: Join us for film screenings on Mondays this Summer. 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. Not Too Old to be Funny 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art & Performances Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Step into Judi’s world of comedy & fun as she shares her observational slant on life with its ups & downs.		This event is in the "Teens" group. Camp Bash at the Library 2:30pm - 4:00pm Teens Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Food & Cooking Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Attention campers! Meet us at the library to make camp crafts and s'mores! We'll show you how to make a less mess tie dye t-shirt and a macramé tealight lantern. To top off our camp adventure we'll make real s'mores on Sternos. Bash Parties is a traveling local small business that hosts activity based events at homes, libraries, schools, and more.
3 pm		This event is in the "Youth" group. Treasure Hunters Book Club 3:00pm - 4:00pm Youth Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Books & Writing Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Join us for an interactive book club as we read through Treasure Hunters by James Patterson and Chris Grabenstein. Over the four weeks we will discuss the book, have different activities and loads of fun!		This event is in the "Youth" group. Readers Theater 3:00pm - 4:00pm Youth Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Art & Performances Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Interested in acting? Here's your chance to grow and show off your chops! First, we will explore the world of fairy tales and folktales, and discover the elements that make these tales unique. We'll then select a story and through gestures, facial expressions and voice, bring our characters “to life.” To cap it off, we will invite our families to enjoy our presentation during a culminating celebration! When you sign up, you are registered for all 6 weeks. For children entering 3rd-5th grade.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Youth" group. Family Storytime 6:30pm - 7:15pm Youth Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Storytime & Early Childhood Required Seats Remaining: 28 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 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 "Adults" group. Painting a Pottery Plate 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Details: Use your creative skills to paint a beautiful pottery plate.	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. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Youth" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sam Sam the Magic Man 6:30pm - 7:15pm Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. 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. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, All Ages Program Type: Art & Performances Required Seats Remaining: 4 Event Details: Be prepared to be dazzled and amazed by the magic of Sam Sam the Magic Man!	This event is in the "Youth" group. The Whalemobile session #1 6:00pm - 6:30pm Youth Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Science & Nature, STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Dive into an unforgettable adventure inside the belly of a whale! The Whalemobile team takes children inside Nile, their giant inflatable whale, for an immersive learning experience. Children will explore the captivating world of these majestic creatures while delving into vital environmental lessons. Fascinating artifacts such as baleen, teeth and bones will be available for children to see and feel. You’ll have a whale of a time with Nile! For children entering grades 1st-6th, with an adult. Please select one 30-minute session: 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, or 7:30 pm. This event is in the "Youth" group. The Whalemobile session #2 6:30pm - 7:00pm Youth Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Science & Nature, STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Dive into an unforgettable adventure inside the belly of a whale! The Whalemobile team takes children inside Nile, their giant inflatable whale, for an immersive learning experience. Children will explore the captivating world of these majestic creatures while delving into vital environmental lessons. Fascinating artifacts such as baleen, teeth and bones will be available for children to see and feel. You’ll have a whale of a time with Nile! For children entering grades 1st-6th, with an adult. Please select one 30-minute session: 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, or 7:30 pm.
7 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group. Laugh Out Loud Book Club: "Big Gay Wedding" by Byron Lane 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Activity Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Books & Writing Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Join us in-person in the library's Activity Room for our "Laugh Out Loud" book group (previously our Beer & a Book book group). We are focusing on fun reads that make you laugh.	This event is in the "Youth" group. The Whalemobile session #3 7:00pm - 7:30pm Youth Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Science & Nature, STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Dive into an unforgettable adventure inside the belly of a whale! The Whalemobile team takes children inside Nile, their giant inflatable whale, for an immersive learning experience. Children will explore the captivating world of these majestic creatures while delving into vital environmental lessons. Fascinating artifacts such as baleen, teeth and bones will be available for children to see and feel. You’ll have a whale of a time with Nile! For children entering grades 1st-6th, with an adult. Please select one 30-minute session: 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, or 7:30 pm. This event is in the "Youth" group. The Whalemobile session #4 7:30pm - 8:00pm Youth Closed Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Colonie Library Room: Stedman Room Age Group: Youth Program Type: Science & Nature, STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Dive into an unforgettable adventure inside the belly of a whale! The Whalemobile team takes children inside Nile, their giant inflatable whale, for an immersive learning experience. Children will explore the captivating world of these majestic creatures while delving into vital environmental lessons. Fascinating artifacts such as baleen, teeth and bones will be available for children to see and feel. You’ll have a whale of a time with Nile! For children entering grades 1st-6th, with an adult. Please select one 30-minute session: 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, or 7:30 pm.

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