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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Art Supply Drive for Brushes in Hand
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Art & Performances,
Local Interest,
Volunteering
Event Details:
Help promote artistic creativity! We are collecting new or gently used art supplies for a local food bank to distribute to families in need.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jan-Feb
2025
All Ages Winter Reading Challenge
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Event Details:
Join us for our 6 week Winter Reading Challenge starting January 6th and ending February 14th! Adults can pick up their Winter Reading Challenge materials at the Information desk.
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Jan
20
2025
Mon
Closing
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Closing
Branches:
Colonie Library
Description:
Closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jan
21
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Gallery
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
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 event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
21
2025
Tue
Youth Spring Program Registration Begins
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Other,
STEAM,
Storytime & Early Childhood
Event Details:
SPRING SESSION: JANUARY 27-APRIL 11SELECT THE PROGRAM'S TIME TO REGISTER----------------
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
24
2025
Fri
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Stedman Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Childhood
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
25
2025
Sat
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Board Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
25
2025
Sat
Colonie Library's 2025 PreSchool Fair
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Stedman Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Education & Employment,
Festivals & Fairs
Event Details:
Parents of toddlers and preschoolers, please stop by to meet representatives of preschools in the Colonie area. It’s the perfect opportunity for you to preview what’s available, all in one place at one time!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
23
2025
Thu
English as a New Language: Intermediate
Closed
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Maker Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Language Learning,
English Language Learning
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
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).
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jan
25
2025
Sat
Peterson's Test & Career Prep for Teens
Open
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Activity Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Education & Employment
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
Event Details:
Learn how to use our Peterson's Test & Career Prep resource!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jan
19
2025
Sun
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Activity Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
19
Stay, stitch, and socialize! Bring your own fiber project to work on while you relax and chat. *Ages: Adults and teens
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
22
2025
Wed
AARP Defensive Driving
Open
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Stedman Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Local Interest
Required
Seats Remaining:
35
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
23
2025
Thu
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Activity Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Local Interest
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
23
2025
Thu
AARP Defensive Driving
Open
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Stedman Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Local Interest
Required
Seats Remaining:
35
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
21
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Activity Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
21
2025
Tue
New York State Tax Department: Resources for Taxpayers
Open
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Stedman Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Other
Required
Seats Remaining:
46
Event Details:
This program will provide resources for taxpayers, including free tax filing options, filing season readiness, how to avoid tax related fraud and scams, and taxpayer rights.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
23
2025
Thu
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Maker Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Do you have an iPad and need to learn how to use it? This clinic will teach you the basics of using your device, as well as how to download free e-books from the library’s digital catalog. Please feel free to bring your iPad and your library card.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
25
2025
Sat
Mother Daughter Book Group
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Activity Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Youth
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Disclaimer(s)
Dietary Restrictions
If you have any food allergy concerns or dietary restrictions, please contact the library in advance of attending this program.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
21
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Activity Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
22
2025
Wed
9 Powerful Chart Types to Tell Your Story (Tech-Talk Webinar)
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Technology,
Virtual
Event Details:
Discover how to transform your data into compelling visuals in this webinar. Learn how to use Excel, G-Sheets, and Web 365 to create impactful column charts, line graphs, heat maps, and more.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jan
24
2025
Fri
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Activity Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts,
Movies & Games
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Stop by the library after school for games, snacks, and more! Bring your friends, or come and make some new ones. Grades 9 to 12 only, please.
Disclaimer(s)
Dietary Restrictions
If you have any food allergy concerns or dietary restrictions, please contact the library in advance of attending this program.
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| 4 pm |
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
21
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Activity Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jan
24
2025
Fri
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Activity Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Crafts,
Movies & Games
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Event Details:
Stop by the library after school for games, snacks, and more! Bring your friends, or come and make some new ones. Grades 6 to 8 only, please.
Disclaimer(s)
Dietary Restrictions
If you have any food allergy concerns or dietary restrictions, please contact the library in advance of attending this program.
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This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Youth" group.
Jan
21
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Activity Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
Explore a world of wonder in our new Sensory Play Space! Bring your child with sensory or learning differences to enjoy engaging sensory activities in a calm setting with special lighting, sounds, and equipment.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
21
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Colonie Library
Room:
Maker Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Other
Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
Sign up for cricut maker lab time.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
22
2025
Wed
Practice Conversational English
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.
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