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Diver Discoveries Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Young Children
Arvilla E. Diver Memorial Library
Library Branch: Arvilla E. Diver Memorial Library
Age Group: Young Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playtime
Event Details:

Enjoy a fun and educational storytime, featuring crafts and games, every Monday with Ms. Kathy. 

This event is in the "Young Children" group

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 "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

First Monday Book Club via Zoom

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Altamont Free Library
Library Branch: Altamont Free Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Books & Writing
Event Details:

Call us at (518) 861-7239 or email us at Director@AltamontFreeLibrary.org for Zoom connection details!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Job Seeker Help with Rensselaer County Career Center

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Castleton Public Library
Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Partnership
Event Details:

Looking for a new job or fresh career path? Rensselaer County Career Center is here to help! Professional career services include resume development, interview preparation, job search assistance, and career assessment.

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 "Adults" group

Mah Jongg

5:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Sand Lake Town Library
Library Branch: Sand Lake Town Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Trivia & Games
Event Details:

Mah Jongg meets Mondays 5:30pm to 7:45pm for friendly gaming.  All abilities welcome.

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

After Dinner Book Club

7:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Castleton Public Library
Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Event Details:

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! This month's selection is Our Moon: How Earth's Celestial Companion Transformed the Planet, Guided Evolution, and Made Us Who We Are by Rebecca Boyle.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Board of Trustees Meeting

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Berlin Free Town Library
Library Branch: Berlin Free Town Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Meeting
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 "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 "All Ages" group

Shape Art

12:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Castleton Public Library
Library Branch: Castleton Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & Art
Event Details:

We have the shapes, you bring the creativity! Create your own design using fun shape cut-outs.

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 "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 "All Ages" group

Monthly Ukulele Meetup

6:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Altamont Free Library
Library Branch: Altamont Free Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

If you play the ukulele, even if you’re not very good yet, please join us on the first Tuesday of each month at 6pm! Bring a song or two to share with the group if you like.

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 "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:

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

Just Write

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Sand Lake Town Library
Library Branch: Sand Lake Town Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Event Details:

Just Write!, SL Town Library's writing group meets twice a month Sept. - June to fine tune their written works, whether it be memoir, poetry, fiction, etc.  If interested, please call to be added to the waiting list.

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.