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Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/2–2/22
All Ages
Castleton Public Library
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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Spice of the Month – February: Celery Seeds

All Day 2/1–2/28
All Ages
Menands Public Library
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

This event is in the "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary (Gr. K-5)" group

Take and Make Craft Kit: Cardboard Tube Snowman

02/01/2026 @ 11:00am–02/28/2026 @ 4:00pm
Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5)
Castleton Public Library
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!

This event is in the "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary (Gr. K-5)" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Annual Art Contest for Kids & Teens

02/02/2026 @ 11:00am–03/03/2026 @ 4:00pm
Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween, Teen
Menands Public Library
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.

This event is in the "Young Children" group

Story Time with Ms. Rebekkah

10:00am–11:00am
Young Children
Stephentown Memorial Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Stephentown Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playtime
Registration Required
Event Details:
Story Time: Wednesdays at 10:00

Join Ms. Rebekkah for a fun and playful Story Time. We always are happy to welcome new friends to our Story Time.

This event is in the "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary (Gr. K-5)" group

Songs & Stories Valentine's Day Party ❤️

10:30am–11:15am
Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5)
Grafton Community Library
Library Branch: Grafton Community Library
Age Group: Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5)
Program Type: Crafts & Art, Music, Sensory-Friendly, Storytime & Playtime
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday at 10:30AM for Songs & Stories! Each week's storytime has a different theme.

This event is in the "Young Children" group

Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Young Children
Nassau Free Library
Library Branch: Nassau Free Library
Age Group: Young Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playtime
Event Details:

Stories, songs, & crafts geared for ages infant-5 years old. 

This event is in the "Young Children" group

Pre-School Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Young Children
Sand Lake Town Library
Library Branch: Sand Lake Town Library
Age Group: Young Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playtime
Event Details:

Drop-in storytime for preschoolers and their caregivers Wednesdays at 11am.  Stories, rhymes, and songs help little ones learn pre-reading skills.  Plus a simple craft to help practice fine motor skills.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Beauknitters

12:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Cohoes Public Library
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

Winter Memoir Writing

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Sand Lake Town Library
Library Branch: Sand Lake Town Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Event Details:

Six classes that will get you started writing your memoir.  It's a chance to develop your writing voice and begin putting your memories on paper.  Classes are on Wednesdays from 1-3 at the Sand Lake Town Library.

This event is in the "Elementary (Gr. K-5)" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Embroidery Class for Kids & Teens

2:00pm–2:30pm
Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween, Teen
Menands Public Library
Library Branch: Menands Public Library
Age Group: Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween, Teen
Program Type: Crafts & Art, Social
Event Details:

We're excited to offer a beginner course aimed at boosting your confidence in hand stitching techniques.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Community Crafting

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Rensselaer Public Library
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 "All Ages" group

Valentine's Party & Book Sale

4:00pm–6:00pm
All Ages
Brunswick Community Library
Library Branch: Brunswick Community Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & Art, Social, Special Event, Books & Writing
Event Details:

Valentine's Party
Wed, Feb 11 
4:00 - 6:00
-Live Music
-Valentines Crafts
-Snacks
-Warm Drinks
-$5/Bag Book Sale

All Ages Welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Club Meeting

4:30pm–5:30pm
Adults
Westerlo Public Library
Library Branch: Westerlo Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Event Details:

May book is Know My Name by Chanel Miller

June book is The Sister Effect by Susan Mallery

July book is West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge

This event is in the "Adults" group

One on One Tech Help

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Cohoes Public Library
Library Branch: Cohoes Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Computers & Technology
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

ELL Class

5:00pm–6:30pm
Adults
Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
Library Branch: Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning
This event is in the "Adults" group

Author Talk Ginny Frost

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Cohoes Public Library
Library Branch: Cohoes Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Social, Books & Writing
Event Details:

Ginny Frost Author Talk
She will be presenting on "What makes a romance",
will be reading from one of her latest books as well as signing and selling!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Open Mic Night

6:00pm–7:00pm
All Ages
Castleton Public Library
Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Musicians & poets - come share your talents! All ages welcome to perform and to watch.

This event is in the "Adults" group

In Stitches Knitting Group

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
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 "All Ages" group

Board of Trustees Meeting 🗓️

6:30pm–7:30pm
All Ages
Grafton Community Library
Library Branch: Grafton Community Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Library Meeting
This event is in the "Adults" group

Yoga Class

9:15am–10:45pm
Adults
Berlin Free Town Library
Library Branch: Berlin Free Town Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Birding!

9:30am–10:30am
All Ages
Valley Falls Free Library
Library Branch: Valley Falls Free Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Adult Learning, Other
Event Details:

Join local birder Jocelyn Cole for a monthly (second Thursday at 9:30AM) bird walk around the village of Valley Falls. Learn how to identify our resident birds and about their activities during the different seasons..

This event is in the "Young Children" group

Learn & Play Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Young Children
Castleton Public Library
Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: Young Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playtime
Event Details:

Children from birth to age 5 are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement!

This event is in the "Young Children" group

Children's Storytime at Altamont Free Library

11:00am–11:45am
Young Children
Altamont Free Library
Library Branch: Altamont Free Library
Room: Altamont Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playtime
Event Details:

Thursday is Storytime Day at Altamont Free Library! Join Ms. Meg for a super fun morning of stories, songs, movement, and crafts every Thursday morning in the Community Room at AFL (or on the library patio if the weather is nice)!