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Storytime

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

Wednesdays at 11am drop in for  storytime for preschoolers and their caregivers.  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

Coffee With Neighbors

12:15pm–2:00pm
Adults
Westerlo Public Library
Library Branch: Westerlo Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social
This event is in the "Adults" group

Virtual Author Talk with Philippa Gregory

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Menands Public Library
Library Branch: Menands Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Event Details:

Coined as the “queen of British historical fiction,” Philippa Gregory returns to the infamous Tudor court with a tale that is both timely and timeless.

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

Teen Scene: Ghost Stories

2:00pm–4:00pm
Tween, Teen
Castleton Public Library
Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Books & Writing
Event Details:

For teens in grade 6 and up. Write your own ghost story using one of our prompts or be part of our spooky group story in a community storywriting challenge!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Tech Help with Ms. Sarah

5:00pm–5:45pm
All Ages
Menands Public Library
Library Branch: Menands Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Event Details:

📅 Tech Help at the Library with Sarah

🕔 Date/Time: Every other Wednesday, starting September 3rd | 5:00–5:45 PM

This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Paranormal Encounters

5:30pm–7:00pm
Tween, Teen, Adults, All Ages
Cohoes Public Library
Library Branch: Cohoes Public Library
Age Group: Tween, Teen, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Adult Learning, Community Partnership, Social
Event Details:

Join us on Wednesday October 29th at 5:30PM for a presentation of evidence of paranormal activities of the Cohoes Music Hall and other hauntings. Presented by the Cohoes Paranormal Society and Unknown Paranormal Society. 

 

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 "Adults" group

Yoga Class

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

Halloween Storytime

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

Children from birth to age 5 are welcome to join us for a special storytime to celebrate the upcoming holiday -- all treats and no tricks!

This event is in the "Young Children" group

Story Time

11:00am–12:00pm
Young Children
Berlin Free Town Library
Library Branch: Berlin Free Town Library
Age Group: Young Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playtime
Event Details:

Toddlers and preschool aged children, accompanied by their parent or caregiver, are welcome to join us on Thursdays from 11 am-12pm for arts & crafts, stories, songs, nursery rhymes and snacks!   

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Exercise Class

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Valley Falls Free Library
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 "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Knitters and Stitchers

2:00pm–6:00pm
Teen, Adults
Petersburgh Public Library
Library Branch: Petersburgh Public Library
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Art
This event is in the "Young Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary (Gr. K-5)" group

NGPL Crafternoon

3:00pm–5:00pm
Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5)
North Greenbush Public Library
Library Branch: North Greenbush Public Library
Age Group: Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5)
Program Type: Crafts & Art
Event Details:

Every Thursday afternoon NGPL hosts a drop in "Crafternoon" for kids. Drop into the children's room between 3:00 and 5:00 to participate. There will be a different craft activity each week.

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

STEAM After School

3:00pm–5:00pm
Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween
Westerlo Public Library
Library Branch: Westerlo Public Library
Age Group: Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween
Program Type: Crafts & Art, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

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

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

Friendship Bands & Bracelets Make and Take

4:00pm–4:30pm
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:

💖 Friendship Bands & Bracelets – Make & Take!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mahjong

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Stephentown Memorial Library
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 "All Ages" group

Halloween Costume Contest

5:00pm–6:00pm
All Ages
Valley Falls Free Library
Library Branch: Valley Falls Free Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Social, Special Event
Event Details:

Come on Halloween eve to the library in your best Halloween costume!  Members of the Valley Falls Village Board will be the judges and you could win raffle tickets.  Then, get ready for Halloween! 

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

Halloween Goodie Bags (for kids)

5:30pm–6:45pm
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: Social, Special Event
Event Details:

October 30, 2025

at 5:30 PM to 6:45 PM

Pick up your goodie bags from the library.

(First come, first served).

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

Adult Coloring

5:30pm–7:30pm
Teen, Adults
Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
Library Branch: Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Art, Social
Event Details:

Check out our Adult Coloring program! We have all kinds of markers and colored pencils and adult coloring books for you to use. Gather around the table and make new friends while enjoying some peaceful coloring.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Gentle Yoga

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Nassau Free Library
Library Branch: Nassau Free Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Emily Brache will introduce the benefits of yoga for health, mind, body, and spirit. $5/class suggested donation. Please bring a yoga mat.  Registration is required for each class.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Friends of the Library Pie Sale

All Day
All Ages
Nassau Free Library
Library Branch: Nassau Free Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Frozen Pies available to order by October 31st. Order forms are available at the library front desk or can be printed from the link provided below. 10-inch pies for $20.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Halloween

All Day
All Ages
Berlin Free Town Library
Library Branch: Berlin Free Town Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other