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Pre-K Storytime w/ Ms. Karen

10:30am–11:30am
Young Children
Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Valley Falls Book Club

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
Valley Falls Free Library
Library Branch: Valley Falls Free Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Social, Books & Writing
Event Details:

Monthly Book Club

This event is in the "Adults" group

Craft Circle

10:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Stephentown Memorial Library
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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Tech Help with Ms. Sherry

11:00am–11:30am
All Ages
Menands Public Library
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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Board Game Day

12:00pm–4:00pm
All Ages
Brunswick Community Library
Library Branch: Brunswick Community Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Social, Trivia & Games
Event Details:

Board Game Day
Mon, Feb 16 from 12 to 4
Join us for a relaxing, all-ages board game afternoon at the library!
Quirky, fun, unique game selection!

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

LEGO 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, Trivia & Games
Event Details:

LEGO and STEAM activities after school

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

Stack It Challenge

4:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween, Teen
Stephentown Memorial Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Stephentown Memorial Library
Age Group: Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween, Teen
Program Type: Social, Special Event, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:
Stack It Challenge: Monday, February 16 at 4:00

What kind of building can you make with paper cups and paper?  How tall can you make it?  Can it reach the ceiling??  Come to the library to see what you can make! 

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

Zumba Gold 💃

6:00pm–6:45pm
Teen, Adults
Grafton Community Library
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.

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 "Young Children" group

Sensory Playtime

11:00am–12:30pm
Young Children
Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library
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.

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

Indoor Play Day

11:00am–2:00pm
Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5)
Brunswick Community Library
Library Branch: Brunswick Community Library
Age Group: Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5)
Program Type: Social, Storytime & Playtime
Event Details:

Indoor Play Day
Tue, Feb 17
11:00 - 2:00
After our 10:30 storytime!

Get your wiggles out with a fun indoor play day at the library!

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 "Adults" group

Squash Hunger

12:45pm–3:30pm
Adults
Rensselaer Public Library
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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Social Work Office Hours

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Rensselaer Public Library
Library Branch: Rensselaer Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Partnership
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Kids and Teens Beginner Sewing Class: Zipper Pouch

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

Tweens and teens ages 10-18 are invited to join us for a hands-on sewing workshop! Participants will learn the basics of using a sewing machine and create their very own zipper pouch to take home. No experience needed—just bring your creativity!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Rensselaer County Career Center

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Berlin Free Town Library
Library Branch: Berlin Free Town Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
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

3:00pm–3:30pm
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 "Elementary (Gr. K-5)" group

LegoManiacs

3:30pm–6:00pm
Elementary (Gr. K-5)
Sand Lake Town Library
Library Branch: Sand Lake Town Library
Age Group: Elementary (Gr. K-5)
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Kids can drop in Tuesdays any time between 3:30 and 6pm to build.  We supply the legos, you supply the imagination!  Great for meeting up with friends.

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

Book Discussion Group: Shepherd by Richard Matturro

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teen, Adults
Stephentown Memorial Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Stephentown Memorial Library
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Books & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:
Book Discussion Group: Tuesday, February 17 at 4:30
Shepherd by Richard Matturro

Join us for a special book group as we welcome Stephentown Author Richard Matturro to SML.

This event is in the "Adults" group

CPL Board of Trustees Meeting

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Castleton Public Library
Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Meeting
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of the library's Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend. 

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 📖🎶

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 "Adults" group

Mystery Book Club

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
Cohoes Public Library
Library Branch: Cohoes Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Social, Books & Writing
Event Details:

Do You Love a Good Mystery?

Since about 2009, a group has been meeting at the Cohoes Public Library on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10:30 am to make new friends and to discuss one of the most beloved genres of all time – mysteries.