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Story Time - Medusa Branch

10:00am–11:00am
Young Children
Rensselaerville Library
Library Branch: Rensselaerville Library
Age Group: Young Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playtime
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Young Children" group

Saturday Storytime

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

Join us for story-time for children ages 2-6 and their caregivers! No signup needed.

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

Create a Vision Board

11:00am–1:00pm
Teen, Adults
Sand Lake Town Library
Library Branch: Sand Lake Town Library
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Art, Social
Event Details:

Turn this year’s goals into a visual incentive by creating a vision board. Led by Marlyne Fahey. Seats limited; sign up at 518-674-5050. Bring a lunch; drinks & snacks provided.

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

Make Your Own Bath Fizzies

11:00am–3:00pm
Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween
Castleton Public Library
Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween
Program Type: Crafts & Art
Event Details:

Kids and teens are invited to make a bath fizzy to take home! Recommended for ages 5 and up. 

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 "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

Lego/STEAM Club 🚀

3:45pm–5:00pm
Elementary (Gr. K-5)
Grafton Community Library
Library Branch: Grafton Community Library
Age Group: Elementary (Gr. K-5)
Program Type: Crafts & Art, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Lego Club is BACK starting on Monday, September 15, 2025 at 3:45PM.

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

4:00pm–4:30pm
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:

Beginner Hand Stitching Class (Ages 5–15)

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

Popsicle Sticks Hot Chocolate Mug Craft

4:00pm–4:30pm
Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween
Menands Public Library
Library Branch: Menands Public Library
Age Group: Young Children, Elementary (Gr. K-5), Tween
Program Type: Crafts & Art, Social
Event Details:

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!

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

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

Embroidery Class for Kids & Teens

3:00pm–3:30pm
Tween, Teen
Menands Public Library
Library Branch: Menands Public Library
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Crafts & Art, Social
Event Details:

Beginner Hand Stitching Class (Ages 5–15)

This event is in the "Adults" group

Citizen Preparedness Corps

4:30pm–5:30pm
Adults
Brunswick Community Library
Library Branch: Brunswick Community Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Community Partnership
Event Details:

Citizen Preparedness Corps
January 13 at 4:30

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

Ancestry Workshop

6:00pm–7:00pm
Tween, Teen, Adults
Westerlo Public Library
Library Branch: Westerlo Public Library
Age Group: Tween, Teen, Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Computers & Technology
Event Details:

Use Ancestry Library with assistance from Westerlo Town Historian Gayle Hannay. Bring your own device or RSVP to borrow one of the library laptops.

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

Tech Help

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Sand Lake Town Library
Library Branch: Sand Lake Town Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Event Details:

Bring your phone/tablet/laptop & your questions.  Digital Lit Educator Michele St.

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

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 "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 "All Ages" group

Open Mic Night

6:00pm–7:30pm
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!