Upcoming Events

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

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

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.

Come and join us for a fun Make & Take Popsicle Stick Craft!
This creative activity is perfect for kids of all ages.
All ages are welcome, bring your imagination and enjoy crafting together!

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.

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

📅 Tech Help at the Library with Sarah

🕔 Date/Time: Every other Wednesday | 5:00–5:45 PM

📍 Location: Menands Public Library, 4 N. Lyons Ave, Menands, NY 12204

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

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!

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)!

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..

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

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)!

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

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

Our family-friendly cooking classes are open to both kids and adults—come stir up some fun together! The library provides all the ingredients and supplies—you just bring your appetite and enthusiasm.

Please register at sherry@menandslibrary.org or call us at 518-463-4035

This Class is for Kids and 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.

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.

Come and join us for a fun Make & Take Popsicle Stick Craft!
This creative activity is perfect for kids of all ages.
All ages are welcome, bring your imagination and enjoy crafting together!

Story Time w/ Tara
​Medusa Branch
Join us for the fun! Stories and activities to get the weekend started.