Week Calendar

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!

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!

As a mom, many put everyone else's needs first. But at NWR, we prioritize  mental health and want to provide a space where moms can feel connected with others who GETS it. Wherever you are on your motherhood journey, you are welcomed!

Help us celebrate our Winter Reading Challenge by joining our Booktroverts Unite group.  We will make our Maker Lab space cozy with a virtual fireplace and refreshments.

Peter Balint discusses his memoir by looking back on his arrival in the US more than 60 years ago, and all that preceded and succeeded it. He explores the cultural dissonance and his continuing rage and survivor's guilt.

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!

"Carmen and Life's Guilty Pleasures" play an eclectic mix of jazz, soul, and blues. Carmen is best known for her pure vocals and stage presence, she is accompanied by, Joe Carrick, on guitar.

Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences, such as autism, to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.

2025 New Years Resolution.  Have you planned your estate?

Learn how to organize groups, manage notifications, and use built-in tools to keep conversations flowing smoothly and stay connected.

Take a break at the library by putting together jigsaw puzzles and chatting with others.

Games and conversation activities for kids age 5-12

Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences, such as autism, to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.

Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences, such as autism, to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.

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.

Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences, such as autism, to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.

Homework Helpers

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. 

Help us celebrate our Winter Reading Challenge by joining our Booktroverts Unite group.  We will make our Maker Lab space cozy with a virtual fireplace and refreshments.

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

Film expert and Menands Public Library Director Lenny Zapala is offering the fourth of a six-installment series with the movie Sorry, Wrong Number. Invlid Leona Stevenson overhears two men plotting a murder.

Who knew math could be exciting & fun? We did, and Mathnasium will prove it!  Join us for an engaging exploration of unusual topics, such as Pizza Math, Yahtzee, Fibonacci numbers, Pi Day, and more!