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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 "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

Decorate Your Winter Mittens with Buttons

3:00pm–3:30pm
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, Social
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy craft activity all month long! Kids will decorate real winter mittens using real buttons and fun designs. Each child will receive their own pair of mittens to decorate and take home.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Trivia Night for Adults: Disney

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Castleton Public Library
Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Trivia & Games
Event Details:

Ages 18+. Come for the trivia, stay for the friends and snacks! Disney fans, show off your knowledge in a team or solo.

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

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 "All Ages" group

Cook with Me: No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

1:00pm–4:00pm
All Ages
Castleton Public Library
Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Begins on the hour: 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00. Join us for a guided child-and-caregiver cooking class! This month, our recipe is No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies.

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 📚

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Grafton Community Library
Library Branch: Grafton Community Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Event Details:

Join us every fourth Wednesday from 4:00PM to 5:00PM for a discussion about this month's book. In January, we are reading One Day in December by Josie Silver. There will be tea and snacks!

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

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

Write Your Life: Memoir Writing for Adults

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Castleton Public Library
Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Event Details:

In this monthly workshop-style class, we will complete writing exercises that spark creativity and share our own pieces with the group in an effort to hone the craft of storytelling.

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)!

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

Storytime With Local Author Meet & Greet

5:00pm–5:30pm
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, Storytime & Playtime
Event Details:

Vicki Bently & Isla Bently

Author Visit & Storytime Event

Menands Public Library is thrilled to welcome

Vicki Bently and Isla Bently,

This event is in the "Young Children" group

Tiny Tots Playtime

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

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. 

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 "Adults" group

Adult Clothing Swap

01/30/2026 @ 2:00pm–01/31/2026 @ 2:00pm
Adults
Brunswick Community Library
Library Branch: Brunswick Community Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Special Event, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Adult Clothing Swap
Fri, Jan 30 from 2:00 - 6:00
Sat, Jan 31 from 10:00 - 2:00
  
-Clothes can be dropped off Jan 28-30 
-Bring up to 1 bag of clothes with you
-Clothing must be freshly washed and folded

This event is in the "Young Children" group

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 "Young Children" group

Build with Big Blue Blocks

11:00am–4:00pm
Young Children
Castleton Public Library
Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: Young Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playtime
Event Details:

These large foam blocks are just right for creative construction and pretend play for any age. Drop in any time this weekend to build!

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

Knit, Hook and Spin

1:30pm–3:00pm
Teen, Adults
Valley Falls Free Library
Library Branch: Valley Falls Free Library
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Crafts & Art, Social
Event Details:

A fun gathering of people who knit, crochet, sew, spin...whatever works for you!  Come and spend a quiet time in the library after hours with others who do the same.  Refreshments will be available.

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.