Week Calendar

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..

NYS Hunter Education Class 
Saturday, April 11, 2026 

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

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. 

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.

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 Miss Lee for stories, movement, music and play.

Join us for a super special storytime where we will celebrate everyone's birthday with help from our friend Elmo! Birthday party guests will receive a birthday treat and a goody bag to take home!

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. 

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

💻 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.

Join us for 30 minutes of fun with a book reading, songs

and craft activity!

It's a great way to build early literacy, creativity, and social skills.

Please check the calendar before coming to the library. Thank you.

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.

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)!

For adults. This course will teach you to have the tools and resources to prepare for natural and man-made disasters, respond accordingly, and recover as quickly as possible to pre-disaster conditions.

💻 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.

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

Crystals 101 with Sandy Smith, RMT, CHC, ACP, IPHM

Join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 11:00AM to 2:00PM for the Grafton Community Library Family Spring Fesitval!

Make your own amazing and fluffy tissue paper flower to take some to celebrate spring! All ages welcome; children under 7 years will need adult assistance. 

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

Get tax help and file for free! Tax Department employees will guide you step-by-step as you complete your own tax returns at no charge. We'll help you prepare and e-file your income tax returns using safe and secure online tax software.

Join us at the library for family game day! We'll have Bananagrams, Jenga, Connect 4, and Sorry set up for a day of tabletop gaming!

Adam from Uncharted Wild is back again! Get up close and personal with animals in the library. You'll get the chance to learn about different species during this presentation. All ages are welcome, no registration required. 

Free fruits and vegetables, sponsored by Capital Roots. No qualifications needed, as supplies last. 

Giant Furby Group Maker Space Challenge
Wed, Apr 8 at Noon
Ages 10+
Call 518-279-4023 to sign up

Get to know your neighbors with a warm beverage and a snack.

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.

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.

Learn about owls with Troy from Schodack Island State Park and explore what makes this winged friend so awesome!

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.

Turn everyday recyclables into party decor! Create a custom pennant banner using cardboard tubes, paint, and simple craft supplies. Make it say a name, a celebration, or anything you like. All materials provided.

Recommended for ages 3-9. Jen from Prancing Pony Yoga will be here to host story-based yoga for kids at the library!

Design your own pin and turn it into a wearable work of art!

Join us for 30 minutes of fun with a book reading, songs

and craft activity!

It's a great way to build early literacy, creativity, and social skills.

Please check the calendar before coming to the library. Thank you.

After a long winter, spring is finally in bloom!  Decorate your own flower pot at the library, then plant a flower seed and watch it grow into a full plant at home!  Supplies are limited; participants must register. Ages 5-12.

Come join us for a fun Spring Craft event! Make and take your own spring craft home. All supplies will be provided. We hope to see you there!

LEGO and STEAM activities after school

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.

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.

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

Dungeons and Dragons: Second and Fourth Thursdays of the Month

Join us for a serious game of D&D with Master DM Josh Bryant. This game is for High School students only and will be for a small group of players.

Our supplies are your supplies during this open maker space program. We have all kinds of art supplies to draw, paint, make jewelry, and more! No registration required.  

April showers bring... LEGO flowers!
Mon, April 6 @ 4:30
Join us for a relaxing lego build party and keep your creation!
Call 518-279-4023 to sign up as space is limited

Come join us for a fun Spring Craft event! Make and take your own spring craft home. All supplies will be provided. We hope to see you there!

Teen Craft Lab: 🧶Crochet Basics

Dates: Every Tuesday starting March 31
Time: 4:00–6:00 PM
Location: Menands Public Library
Audience: Teens

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

Mahjong: Thursdays at 4:00

Join us for Mahjong! Players of all abilities are welcome.

Please join us to make and learn how to cook Chinese fried rice and pizza!

To register, email sherry@menandslibrary.org or call 518-463-4035.

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

Come by the library for a fun evening of creating your own poem using cut-out words and phrases from withdrawn library books.   For added fun, paste your poem onto a plastic flower pot to grow some beautiful spring flowers.

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

A new session of Zumba Gold with Michelle Mickiewicz starts on Monday, March 9h at 6:00PM at the Grafton Firehall/VFW (581 County Route 85 in Grafton). This ten-week session will go through May 11, 2026 and cost $60.

Please RSVP at 518-797-3415 or director@westerlolibrary.org

Build, create, and explore with Legos! Snacks provided.

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.

Musicians & poets - come share your talents! All ages welcome to perform and to watch.

Local Attorney Karen Marbot walks you through the ins and outs of Estate Planning.  Come to learn and bring your questions!

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!

Try out pizzas from different places to compare. Registration is needed, we will cancel if we don’t have enough registrants, so tell your friends! Ages 12-20.

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! This month's selection is The Rachel Incident by Caroline O'Donoghue. Books are available at the front desk.