Event List

Stop in anytime with tech questions that our on-site tech guru can help to answer.

Bring Your Own Device Tech Help

Thursdays
4/2, 5/7
1:00 - 2:00

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.

Join us for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal, emerita curator from the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum and expert on human spaceflight.

STEAM activities after school. Homework Help is available during program.

The library is starting a free after-school program for elementary school-aged students who need extra help with reading.

Mahjong: Thursdays at 4:00

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

Join us for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt that lasts for 3 days! Explore the library, solve riddles, and find hidden eggs for a chance to win amazing prizes!

LEGO Club: 1st and 3rd Thursday of EVERY Month

Calling all LEGO builders and enthusiasts!

The 1st Thursday is for building and playing LEGO BINGO with the chance to win LEGO prizes and candy.

Make a fun bird feeder from a toilet paper roll and bird seeds! Learn about recycling and helping nature!

WHERE: Menands Public Library
WHEN: April 2 – April 30, 2026
All ages welcome – Supplies Provided!
Questions?

Bob Weiboldt and Marie Hankle, Master Gardeners, will be here to share their gardening insights. We will learn all about Tomatoes & Peppers, along with Summer Blooming Bulbs.  Please RSVP.

Prepare for April showers with a fun and colorful folded paper umbrella craft!

This drop-in playtime is for children ages 0-5 and their grownups. Stop in to play and meet other families. All play supplies for the kids and coffee for the grownups will be provided. 

💻 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.

Join us for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt that lasts for 3 days! Explore the library, solve riddles, and find hidden eggs for a chance to win amazing prizes!

Join us for 30 minutes of fun with a book reading, songs

and craft activity!

It's a great way to build early literacy, creativity, and social skills.

Please check the calendar before coming to the library. Thank you.

Join us for a mindfulness group facilitated by our Social Work intern. This month, we’ll be decorating & painting planter pots to welcome the spring season.

Our supplies are your supplies during this open maker space program. We have all kinds of art supplies to draw, paint, make jewelry, and more! No registration required.  

Bunny Hop Ballet with Ms. Tori
Friday, April 3 at 4:30