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Free Drop In Technology Help

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Stephentown Memorial Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
FREE Tech Help: Friday, January 2 at 3:00

Bring your device and get help with all of your questions.

Library Branch: Stephentown Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Computers & Technology
Event Details:
FREE Tech Help: Friday, January 2 at 3:00

Bring your device and get help with all of your questions.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Knit, Hook and Spin

Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Valley Falls Free Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Crafts & Art, Social
Age Group:
Teen, Adults

A fun gathering of people who knit, crochet, sew, spin...whatever works for you!  Come and spend a quiet time in the library after hours with others who do the same.  Refreshments will be available.

Library Branch: Valley Falls Free Library
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Crafts & Art, Social
Event Details:

A fun gathering of people who knit, crochet, sew, spin...whatever works for you!  Come and spend a quiet time in the library after hours with others who do the same.  Refreshments will be available.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Craft Circle

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Stephentown Memorial Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Crafts & Art, Social
Age Group:
Adults
Crafting Circle: Mondays at 10:30

Join us at the Stephentown Library for a morning of crafting and socializing. 

Library Branch: Stephentown Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Crafts & Art, Social
Event Details:
Crafting Circle: Mondays at 10:30

Join us at the Stephentown Library for a morning of crafting and socializing. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Job Seeker Help with Rensselaer County Career Center

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Castleton Public Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for a new job or fresh career path? Rensselaer County Career Center is here to help! Professional career services include resume development, interview preparation, job search assistance, and career assessment.

Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Partnership
Event Details:

Looking for a new job or fresh career path? Rensselaer County Career Center is here to help! Professional career services include resume development, interview preparation, job search assistance, and career assessment.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Zumba Gold

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Grafton Firehall/VFW at Grafton Community Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teen, Adults

A new session of Zumba Gold with Michelle Mickiewicz starts on Monday, December 8th at 6:00PM at the Grafton Firehall/VFW (581 County Route 85 in Grafton). This ten-week session will go through February 9, 2026th and cost $60.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Grafton Community Library
Room: Grafton Firehall/VFW
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A new session of Zumba Gold with Michelle Mickiewicz starts on Monday, December 8th at 6:00PM at the Grafton Firehall/VFW (581 County Route 85 in Grafton). This ten-week session will go through February 9, 2026th and cost $60.

This event is in the "Adults" group

After Dinner Book Club

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Castleton Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! This month's selection is The Bookshop: A History of the American Bookstore by Evan Friss. Books are available at the front desk.

Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Event Details:

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! This month's selection is The Bookshop: A History of the American Bookstore by Evan Friss. Books are available at the front desk.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Exercise Class

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Valley Falls Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy a 50 minute video-led dance class, all are welcome!  If you've done a Zumba class, you'll fit right in.  First class is free,  we encourage a $5 donation to the library for subsequent classes.

Library Branch: Valley Falls Free Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Enjoy a 50 minute video-led dance class, all are welcome!  If you've done a Zumba class, you'll fit right in.  First class is free,  we encourage a $5 donation to the library for subsequent classes.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Squash Hunger

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 12:45pm - 3:30pm
Rensselaer Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Free fruits and vegetables, sponsored by Capital Roots. No qualifications needed, as supplies last. 

Library Branch: Rensselaer Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Free fruits and vegetables, sponsored by Capital Roots. No qualifications needed, as supplies last. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Social Work Office Hours

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Rensselaer Public Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Rensselaer Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Partnership
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Nature Photography

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Berne Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning
Age Group:
Tween, Teen, Adults
Library Branch: Berne Public Library
Age Group: Tween, Teen, Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning
This event is in the "Adults" group

Beauknitters

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Cohoes Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Art, Social
Age Group:
Adults

Join the lively Beau-Knitters group, a community of knitting and crocheting enthusiasts where all experience levels are welcome. Enjoy the camaraderie, stay for the creative vibes! No experience, cost, or registration fee required.

Library Branch: Cohoes Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Art, Social
Event Details:

Join the lively Beau-Knitters group, a community of knitting and crocheting enthusiasts where all experience levels are welcome. Enjoy the camaraderie, stay for the creative vibes! No experience, cost, or registration fee required.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crafting Community

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Rensselaer Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Art
Age Group:
Adults

Every Wednesday from 3-5 we are inviting crafters, artists, and needleworkers of all types and abilities to our social circle to craft together. Bring your own project. Tea and cookies will be provided.

Library Branch: Rensselaer Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Art
Event Details:

Every Wednesday from 3-5 we are inviting crafters, artists, and needleworkers of all types and abilities to our social circle to craft together. Bring your own project. Tea and cookies will be provided.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Movie Night "Knives Out"

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Cohoes Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Teen, Adults

We will be showing the movie "Knives Out" at 4:30 pm with free popcorn!

Library Branch: Cohoes Public Library
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

We will be showing the movie "Knives Out" at 4:30 pm with free popcorn!

This event is in the "Adults" group

One on One Tech Help

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cohoes Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

One on one tech help every Wednesday from 5 to 6 pm.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cohoes Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

One on one tech help every Wednesday from 5 to 6 pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group

In Stitches Knitting Group

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Art, Social
Age Group:
Adults

In Stitches is our knitting and crochet group that meets every Wednesday at 6pm. Members include seasoned crafters and complete beginners. Our group is excited to teach new comers!

Library Branch: Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Art, Social
Event Details:

In Stitches is our knitting and crochet group that meets every Wednesday at 6pm. Members include seasoned crafters and complete beginners. Our group is excited to teach new comers!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Social Reform Book Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adults

Join our Book Club for a cause! Meetings are on the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30. This month's book is Failures of Forgiveness - What We Get Wrong and How to Do Better by Myisha Cherry. BYOB (Bring your own book)!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our Book Club for a cause! Meetings are on the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30. This month's book is Failures of Forgiveness - What We Get Wrong and How to Do Better by Myisha Cherry. BYOB (Bring your own book)!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Exercise Class

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Valley Falls Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy a 50 minute video-led dance class, all are welcome!  If you've done a Zumba class, you'll fit right in.  First class is free,  we encourage a $5 donation to the library for subsequent classes.

Library Branch: Valley Falls Free Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Enjoy a 50 minute video-led dance class, all are welcome!  If you've done a Zumba class, you'll fit right in.  First class is free,  we encourage a $5 donation to the library for subsequent classes.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bring Your Own Device: Tech Help Drop-In

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Brunswick Community Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Community Partnership, Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Bring Your Own Device: Tech Help Drop-In
Thursdays
11/6, 12/4, and 1/8
1:00 - 2:00

Library Branch: Brunswick Community Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Community Partnership, Computers & Technology
Event Details:

Bring Your Own Device: Tech Help Drop-In
Thursdays
11/6, 12/4, and 1/8
1:00 - 2:00

This event is in the "Adults" group

Job Search Help

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Rensselaer Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Community Partnership
Age Group:
Adults

Get help on your job search with the Rensselaer County Career center! Learn how to write a resume, get help finding positions, and ace your next interview. Free program, no sign-up needed.

Library Branch: Rensselaer Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Community Partnership
Event Details:

Get help on your job search with the Rensselaer County Career center! Learn how to write a resume, get help finding positions, and ace your next interview. Free program, no sign-up needed.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mahjong

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Stephentown Memorial Library
Program Type:
Social, Trivia & Games
Age Group:
Adults
Mahjong: Thursdays at 4:00

Join us for Mahjong! Players of all abilities are welcome.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Stephentown Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Trivia & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:
Mahjong: Thursdays at 4:00

Join us for Mahjong! Players of all abilities are welcome.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Counting Breaths Meditation

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rensselaer Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teen, Adults

This interactive class with Surya Chennapragada will help you train your mind in “Focusing on your breathing.” You can practice this rule-free meditation anywhere, anytime to help achieve more calm and reduce stress.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rensselaer Public Library
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

This interactive class with Surya Chennapragada will help you train your mind in “Focusing on your breathing.” You can practice this rule-free meditation anywhere, anytime to help achieve more calm and reduce stress.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Create a Vision Board

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sand Lake Town Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Art, Social
Age Group:
Teen, Adults

Turn this year’s goals into a visual incentive by creating a vision board. Led by Marlyne Fahey. Seats limited; sign up at 518-674-5050. Bring a lunch; drinks & snacks provided.

Library Branch: Sand Lake Town Library
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Art, Social
Event Details:

Turn this year’s goals into a visual incentive by creating a vision board. Led by Marlyne Fahey. Seats limited; sign up at 518-674-5050. Bring a lunch; drinks & snacks provided.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Craft Circle

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Stephentown Memorial Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Crafts & Art, Social
Age Group:
Adults
Crafting Circle: Mondays at 10:30

Join us at the Stephentown Library for a morning of crafting and socializing. 

Library Branch: Stephentown Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Crafts & Art, Social
Event Details:
Crafting Circle: Mondays at 10:30

Join us at the Stephentown Library for a morning of crafting and socializing. 

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Zumba Gold

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Grafton Firehall/VFW at Grafton Community Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teen, Adults

A new session of Zumba Gold with Michelle Mickiewicz starts on Monday, December 8th at 6:00PM at the Grafton Firehall/VFW (581 County Route 85 in Grafton). This ten-week session will go through February 9, 2026th and cost $60.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Grafton Community Library
Room: Grafton Firehall/VFW
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A new session of Zumba Gold with Michelle Mickiewicz starts on Monday, December 8th at 6:00PM at the Grafton Firehall/VFW (581 County Route 85 in Grafton). This ten-week session will go through February 9, 2026th and cost $60.