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Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/2 - 2/22
Castleton Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
All Ages

Get a kickstart on your 2026 reading goals with our Winter Reading Challenge! All ages are welcome to participate. Stop in to the library anytime during the challenge to pick up your Bingo sheet.

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

Get a kickstart on your 2026 reading goals with our Winter Reading Challenge! All ages are welcome to participate. Stop in to the library anytime during the challenge to pick up your Bingo sheet.

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Spice of the Month – February: Celery Seeds

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Menands Public Library
Program Type:
Food & Cooking
Age Group:
All Ages

🌿 Spice of the Month: Celery Seed

When: All Month Long
Where: Online via the Menands Public Library Recipe Exchange

Library Branch: Menands Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Event Details:

🌿 Spice of the Month: Celery Seed

When: All Month Long
Where: Online via the Menands Public Library Recipe Exchange

Take and Make Craft Kit: Cardboard Tube Snowman

02/01/2026 @ 11:00am to 02/28/2026 @ 4:00pm
Castleton Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Art
Age Group:
Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5)

The weather outside is frightful, but this craft is so delightful! Build a snowman that won't melt when the weather warms up!

Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5)
Program Type: Crafts & Art
Event Details:

The weather outside is frightful, but this craft is so delightful! Build a snowman that won't melt when the weather warms up!

Art Contest

Annual Art Contest for Kids & Teens

02/02/2026 @ 11:00am to 03/03/2026 @ 4:00pm
Menands Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Art
Age Group:
Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween, Teen

The art contest is open to anyone aged 19 or younger. Please collect your canvas from the library beginning February 2 and make sure to drop it off by March 3. Acceptable mediums include paint, pencil, crayon, and markers.

Library Branch: Menands Public Library
Age Group: Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween, Teen
Program Type: Crafts & Art
Event Details:

The art contest is open to anyone aged 19 or younger. Please collect your canvas from the library beginning February 2 and make sure to drop it off by March 3. Acceptable mediums include paint, pencil, crayon, and markers.

Legomania

Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Castleton Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Art, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages

We'll have our big bins of Legos out for this all-day build-a-thon!

Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & Art, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

We'll have our big bins of Legos out for this all-day build-a-thon!

Diver Discoveries Storytime

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Arvilla E. Diver Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Playtime
Age Group:
Young Children

Enjoy a fun and educational storytime, featuring crafts and games, every Monday with Ms. Kathy. 

Library Branch: Arvilla E. Diver Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playtime
Event Details:

Enjoy a fun and educational storytime, featuring crafts and games, every Monday with Ms. Kathy. 

Pre-K Storytime Mondays at 10:30

Pre-K Storytime w/ Ms. Karen

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Playtime
Age Group:
Young Children

Join us for Ms. Karen's Monday Storytime! Each week children will get a snack, do a craft or activity, and be read stories by our wonderful Ms. Karen. 

Library Branch: Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
Age Group: Young Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playtime
Event Details:

Join us for Ms. Karen's Monday Storytime! Each week children will get a snack, do a craft or activity, and be read stories by our wonderful Ms. Karen. 

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Craft Circle

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Stephentown Memorial Library
Program Type:
Adult Learning, Crafts & Art, Social
Age Group:
Adults
Craft Circle: Mondays at 10:30 and the 3rd Saturday of Every Month

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

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Stephentown Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Crafts & Art, Social
Registration Required
Event Details:
Craft Circle: Mondays at 10:30 and the 3rd Saturday of Every Month

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

Tech Help with Ms. Sherry

Tech Help with Ms. Sherry

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Menands Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
All Ages

💻 Need Help with Technology or Digital Tools?

We offer personalized, one-on-one tech support—whether you’re learning a new device or navigating digital library resources.

Library Branch: Menands Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Event Details:

💻 Need Help with Technology or Digital Tools?

We offer personalized, one-on-one tech support—whether you’re learning a new device or navigating digital library resources.

Storytime

Storytime with Ms. Sherry

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Menands Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Art, Social
Age Group:
Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5)

Storytime at the Library
Join us for 30 minutes of stories, songs, and a fun craft—designed to spark creativity, build early literacy skills, and support social development.

Library Branch: Menands Public Library
Age Group: Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5)
Program Type: Crafts & Art, Social
Event Details:

Storytime at the Library
Join us for 30 minutes of stories, songs, and a fun craft—designed to spark creativity, build early literacy skills, and support social development.

LEGO After School

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Westerlo Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Art, STEM/STEAM, Trivia & Games
Age Group:
Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween

LEGO and STEAM activities after school

Library Branch: Westerlo Public Library
Age Group: Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween
Program Type: Crafts & Art, STEM/STEAM, Trivia & Games
Event Details:

LEGO and STEAM activities after school

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Aluminum Foil Craft for Kids & Teens

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Menands Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Art, Social
Age Group:
Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween, Teen

Join us for a fun crafting session using silver file, and construction paper Perfect for kids to explore their creativity, make fun projects, and improve fine motor skills!
 

Library Branch: Menands Public Library
Age Group: Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween, Teen
Program Type: Crafts & Art, Social
Event Details:

Join us for a fun crafting session using silver file, and construction paper Perfect for kids to explore their creativity, make fun projects, and improve fine motor skills!
 

Mario Monday

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
Program Type:
Social, Trivia & Games
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Kick back after school with Mario Kart and Mario Party. We invite teens and tweens (ages 12-16) to compete with their friends every second Monday of the month. Please register ahead of time so we can prepare snacks.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Social, Trivia & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kick back after school with Mario Kart and Mario Party. We invite teens and tweens (ages 12-16) to compete with their friends every second Monday of the month. Please register ahead of time so we can prepare snacks.

Lego Club starts Monday, September 15 and continues every Monday throughout the school year from 3:45PM-5PM

Lego/STEAM Club 🚀

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Grafton Community Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Art, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary (Gr. K-5)

Lego Club is BACK starting on Monday, September 15, 2025 at 3:45PM.

Library Branch: Grafton Community Library
Age Group: Elementary (Gr. K-5)
Program Type: Crafts & Art, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Lego Club is BACK starting on Monday, September 15, 2025 at 3:45PM.

Fiber Arts Workshop

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Castleton Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Art
Age Group:
Adults

For ages 16 and up. Join us for our monthly Fiber Arts Workshop! Whether you're new to knitting and crochet or a seasoned fiber artist, this is the perfect place to share and create in a friendly environment. All skill levels welcome!

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

For ages 16 and up. Join us for our monthly Fiber Arts Workshop! Whether you're new to knitting and crochet or a seasoned fiber artist, this is the perfect place to share and create in a friendly environment. All skill levels welcome!

Picture of mah jongg tiles

Mah Jongg

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Sand Lake Town Library
Program Type:
Social, Trivia & Games
Age Group:
Adults

Mah Jongg meets Mondays 5:30pm to 7:45pm for friendly gaming.  All abilities welcome.

Library Branch: Sand Lake Town Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Trivia & Games
Event Details:

Mah Jongg meets Mondays 5:30pm to 7:45pm for friendly gaming.  All abilities welcome.

A new Zumba Gold Session starts Monday, December 10, 2025 and goes through February 9, 2026.

Zumba Gold

Monday, February 9, 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.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Nassau Free Library
Program Type:
Library Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

Open to the public.

Library Branch: Nassau Free Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Meeting
Event Details:

Open to the public.

Yoga Class

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 9:15am - 10:45pm
Berlin Free Town Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Berlin Free Town Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Sensory Playtime

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
Program Type:
Sensory-Friendly, Storytime & Playtime
Age Group:
Young Children

This low-light, open play time is perfect for children who may be overwhelmed by our traditional storytime. No registration required.

Library Branch: Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
Age Group: Young Children
Program Type: Sensory-Friendly, Storytime & Playtime
Event Details:

This low-light, open play time is perfect for children who may be overwhelmed by our traditional storytime. No registration required.

Adult Exercise Class

Tuesday, February 10, 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.

squash hunger poster

Squash Hunger

Tuesday, February 10, 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. 

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Social Work Office Hours

Tuesday, February 10, 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
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Homeschool Class: First Aid and Splints

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stephentown Memorial Library
Program Type:
Special Event, Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween, Teen

Homeschool Series: First Aid and Splints

Tuesday, February 10 at 2:00

This month, Physician Assistant Phil will be back to teach us how to make a splint and other basic first aid skills.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Stephentown Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween, Teen
Program Type: Special Event, Health & Wellness, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Homeschool Series: First Aid and Splints

Tuesday, February 10 at 2:00

This month, Physician Assistant Phil will be back to teach us how to make a splint and other basic first aid skills.