Fresh Perspectives presents a FREE photography class for kids age 10-18. Cameras and other equipment are free to all participants (provided by 1199SEIU). You can bring your cell phone camera if you have one, but it is not necessary.

Important: In order to participate in the June 20 class, you must attend the first class on June 13.

Learn how to take excellent photos for your family, friends and social media! Explore your community and your favorite places. Photos will be exhibited in a special show in July.

Space is limited! To register, call William Rivas at 518-930-8308.

This program is sponsored by community partners #Saveourstreets and United Healthcare Workers East.

Read to our therapy dog! For kids in Grades K-5.

Magician Sam Dvorak will perform magic tricks to amaze and astound you!

All ages are welcome to drop in and kick-start the summer, with fun activities and registration for the reading program.

All ages are welcome to drop in and kick-start the summer with fun activities and registration for the summer reading program.

Film: Annie. (2014). PG. 118 minutes.

Popcorn and punch will be served. For families.

Drop in for this early literacy class featuring stories, songs, rhymes, activities and more. For children age 5 and under, with an adult.

Bring a pillow or blanket, curl up and get comfy. Snacks will be served. For kids entering grade 6-12.

Today’s film: Star Wars: The Last Jedi

For kids in Grades K-3.

For kids in Grades 4-5.

Tom Knight Puppets presents a Library Boogie! For children in Grades K-5.

Join Deb Cavanaugh for an interactive family storytime, with musical instruments, scarves, dancing and books!

Join George Steele for this song and story program for families.

Kids in Grade K-5 are invited to a LEGO free play session.

Local GE Scientists will work with children at various science activity tables.

Free build or challenges for kids in Grades K-5

Students entering grades 6-12 are invited to drop in to this student run group dedicated to creating a community of writers.

Kids in Grades K-9 are invited to play Mario Party, Just Dance and other games on our Nintendo Wii.

Raptor rehabilitation program of the Wildlife Institute of Eastern New York will bring live owls and other raptors. For children in Grades K-5.

Poles, bait and fishing instruction provided by DEC.

The Society for Creative Anachronism will be on hand with fighting knights, slashing swordsmen, dancing, and domestic arts in the Medieval reenactment style.

JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL FREE FAMILY FUN SCREENING OF MARVEL'S BLACK PANTHER!

It's a fun way to kick-off the one-week countdown to our ELECTRIC CITY COMIC CON that happens on the following Saturday, July 14th from 10am-4pm!

Come dressed as T'Challa (the Black Panther) or any of your other favorite Marvel Super Heroes!!!

Rated PG-13  
Runtime: 2 hours 15 minutes

A drop-in reading program featuring Deb Cavanaugh, for all families.

Join River Jack Z of the Zucchini Brothers and explore the craft of songwriting by working cooperatively to record a unique song!

Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to sign up. Students in Grades 2-6 are welcome, but must commit to atttending the classes on July 10 AND 11th.

Drop in for some family crafting fun.

Children in Grade 2 and up are invited for some chalk drawing activities.

Join River Jack Z of the Zucchini Brothers and explore the craft of songwriting by working cooperatively to record a unique song! For kids in Grades 1-5.

Students entering grades 6-12 are invited to drop in to this student run group dedicated to creating a community of writers.

Bring a pillow or blanket, curl up and get comfy. Snacks will be served. For kids entering grade 6-12.

Today’s film: Wonder

Local GE Scientists will work with children at various science activity tables.

Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to sign up. Students in Grades 2-6 are welcome, but must commit to attending the class on July 10th AND 11th.

Rock out with Miss Lisa, featuring songs, instruments and movement.

A crowd favorite returns for a new puppet show!

Make a homemade windchime that will bring lovely patterns and soundwaves to your home with C.R.E.A.T.E Studio. For kids in Grades K-5.

Please register by clicking on the button below.

This is an hour long interactive program featuring five different raptors. Participants will learn about the natural history of each species, and much more. For children in Grades K-5.

Join Miss Lisa for songs, instruments and movement.

Play Mario Party, Just Dance and other games on our Nintendo Wii. For kids in Grade K-5.

Jessica Shea returns for a hands-on presentation with live reptiles including tortoise, lizards and snakes. For children in Grades 1-5.

Kids Grade 5 and up are invited to play Mario Party, Just Dance and other games on the Nintendo Wii.

Children and families are welcome to drop in and participate in LEGO free play.

Children in Grade 2 and up are invited for some chalk drawing activities.

Jessica Shea returns for a hands-on presentation with live reptiles including tortoise, lizards and snakes! For kids in Grades 1-5.

Have fun bringing your spirit animal or inner princess out using bold paint colors on your face! For kids in Grades K-5.

Please register by clicking on the button below.

Students entering grades 6-12 are invited to drop in to this student run group dedicated to creating a community of writers.

Kids in Grades K-5 are invited to wear their pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal for a special evening story time, complete with a bedtime snack!

Rock out with Miss Lisa, with songs, instruments and movement.

Level 1 Science in the Summer is for children in grades 2-3. Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to sign up. Participants must attend both classes, on July 18 AND July 19.

This interactive program will feature five different raptors. Participants will learn the natural history of each raptor, and much more.

This hour-long interactive program features five different raptors. Participants will learn about the natural history of the raptors, and much more. For kids in Grade K-5.

NOTE: This program will be held at Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School.

Dissect owl pellets for a hands-on learning experience about owl behavior. For children in Grade 2 and up.

Free build or challenges for kids in Grades K-5

Level 1 Science in the Summer is for children in grades 2-3. Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to sign up. Participants must attend both classes, on July 18 AND July 19.

Join presenter Jessica Shea for a hands-on demonstration with live reptiles including tortoise, lizards and snakes. For children in Grades K-5.

Magician Joey DiDonna will entertain and amaze you with magic skills.

Take a pit stop at our Bornt garage (back lot) with your bike to get help from the Electric City Bike Rescue. For kids in Grade K-5.

WMHT will be on hand to present this program of the story of Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, craft making and a take home copy of the book! For kids in Grade K-5.

Registration is required. Click on the button below to sign up.

The Puppet People present a live puppet show. For children in Grades 1-5.

Create a song with words and music in just under an hour, then perform and record it as a group!.

Join Miss Lisa for a rocking session of songs, instruments and movement.

Drop in for some family crafting fun.

The Puppet People are back for a live puppet show. For kids in Grades 1-5.

Students entering grades 6-12 are invited to drop in to this student run group dedicated to creating a community of writers.

Kids in Grades K-5 are invited to wear their pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal for a special evening story time, complete with a bedtime snack!

Magician Sam Dvorak will demonstrate magic tricks to amaze and astound!

Discussion of A Wrinkle in Time by Madeline L'Engle

Join Beth Bidwell for a fun, activity packed program to give children tools to cope with anxiety, fear, restlessness and allow them to find more joy in their lives. Kids will learn techniques to help them fall asleep more easily, quiet a busy mind, relax before a test, and prepare for a sorting event.

Level 1 is for kids in Grades 2-3. Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to sign up. Participants must attend both sessions, on July 26 and July 27.

We welcome back the Hampstead Stage Company for live theater, performing this classic tale. For children in Grades K-5.

 Kids in Grade K-5 are invited to read aloud to Katie, our therapy dog!

Level 1 is for kids in Grades 2-3. Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to sign up. Participants must attend both sessions, on July 26 and July 27.

Children in Grades 1-5 will have the opportunity to play and experiment with a variety of wood, brass, string and percussion instruments, with demonstrations by musicians from the John Keal Music Company.

Professor Womboggle will present a 45 minute interactive and fun science program.

Children and families are welcome to drop in and participate in LEGO free play.

Children in Grades 1-5 will have the opportunity to play and experiment with a variety of wood, brass, string and percussion instruments, with demonstrations by musicians from the John Keal Music Company.

Students entering grades 6-12 are invited to drop in to this student run group dedicated to creating a community of writers.

Kids in Grades K-5 are invited to wear their pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal for a special evening story time, complete with a bedtime snack!

Join Farmer Minor, and Daisy, "the World's Most Famous Library Loving Pig, with their two pug friends as they share their adventures and world travels. Meet and greet Daisy after the show.

Join Farmer Minor and Daisy, "the World's Most Famous Library Loving Pig" with their two pug friends as they share their adventures and world travels. Meet and greet Daisy after the show!.

Create one or more stories using smooth river stones you design with stickers, markers, magazine clippings, fabric and more. For children in Grades K-5.

Registration is required. Click on the button below to sign up.

Level 1 Science in the Summer is for kids in Grades 2-3. Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to register. Participants must attend BOTH classes on August 1 and August 2.

The Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center staff will be on hand for some animal detective work.

Kids in Grades K-9 are invited to play Mario Party, Just Dance and other games on our Nintendo Wii.

Level 1 Science in the Summer is for kids in Grades 2-3. Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to register. Participants must attend BOTH classes on August 1 and August 2.

Magician Joey DiDonna will entertain and amaze. For children in Grades K-5.

Join Farmer Minor, and Daisy the "World's Most Famous Library Loving Pig", with their two pug friends as they share their adventures and world travels. Meet and greet Daisy after the show.

Join Farmer Minor and Daisy, "The World's Most Famous Library Loving Pig" with their two pug friends as they share adventures and world travels. Meet and greet Daisy after the show!

For children in Grades 1-5.

Drop in for some family crafting fun.

Farmer Minor and Daisy, the "World's Most Famous Library Loving Pig", along with their two pug friends, share their adventures and world travels. Meet and greet Daisy after the show!

Students entering grades 6-12 are invited to drop in to this student run group dedicated to creating a community of writers.

Drop in for an interactive program featuring drums from around the world.

Bring a pillow or blanket, curl up and get comfy. Snacks will be served. For kids entering grade 6-12.

Today’s film: A Wrinkle in Time

Level 1 is for kids in Grades 2-3. Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to sign up. Participants must attend both sessions, on August 8 and August 9.

Create a cool acoustic or electric guitar magnet our of fused beads. For children in grades K-5.

Create a 3-D sculpture or musical instrument with bowls, cups and bling.

Level 1 is for kids in Grades 2-3. Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to sign up. Participants must attend both sessions, on August 8 and August 9.

Create one or more stories using smooth river stones you design with stickers, markers, magazine clippings, fabric and more. For kids in Grades K-5.

Please register by clicking on the button below.

This is a lively show of juggling, balance and acrobatics. For children in Grades K-5.

Magician Sam Dvorak will demonstrate magic tricks that will amaze and astound!

Create a 3-D sculpture or musical instrument with bowls, cups and bling. For children in grades K-5.

Magician Sam Dvorak will demonstrate magic tricks to amaze you!

For children in Grades 1-5.

Children and families are welcome to drop in and participate in LEGO free play.

Children in Grades 1 and up are invited to make a 3-D sculpture or musical instrument with bowls, cups and bling.

Free build or challenges for kids in Grades K-5

Magician Sam Dvorak will demonstrate magic tricks to amaze you!

Students entering grades 6-12 are invited to drop in to this student run group dedicated to creating a community of writers.

Join George Steele for this program of animal stories and songs.

Join C.R.E.A.T.E Community Studio to make a homemade windchime that will bring lovely patterns and soundwaves to your home. For children in grades K-5.

Registration is required. Click on the button below to sign up.

Level 2 Science in the Summer is for kids in Grades 4-6. Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to register. Participants must attend BOTH classes on August 15 and August 16.

From coyotes to owls to frogs, animals make some amazing sounds for you to investigate.

Create a 3-D sculpture or musical instrument with bowls, cups and bling.

Create a cool acoustic or electric guitar magnet out of fused beads.For kids in Grades K-5.

Level 2 Science in the Summer is for kids in Grades 4-6. Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to register. Participants must attend BOTH classes on August 15 and August 16.

Local GE Scientists will work with children at various science activity tables.

This interactive program features five different raptors. Participants will learn the natural history of each raptor, and much more..

Level 1 is for children in Grades 2-3. Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to sign up. Participants must attend both sessions, on August 20 and August 21.

Level 2 is for children in Grades 4-6. Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to sign up. Participants must attend both sessions, on August 20 and August 21.

Kids in Grade K-5 are invited to a LEGO free play session.

Level 1 is for children in Grades 2-3. Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to sign up. Participants must attend both sessions, on August 20 and August 21.

Drop in for some family crafting fun.

Level 2 is for children in Grades 4-6. Registration is required. Call or visit the branch to sign up. Participants must attend both sessions, on August 20 and August 21.

Students entering grades 6-12 are invited to drop in to this student run group dedicated to creating a community of writers.

This interactive program features five different raptors. Participants will learn about the natural history of each raptor, and much more.

Level 1 is for children in Grades 2-3. Registration is required. Call or visit the library to sign up. Participants must attend both sessions, on August 22 and August 23.

Level 2 is for children in Grades 4-6. Registration is required. Call or visit the library to sign up. Participants must attend both sessions, on August 22 and August 23.

Kids Grade 5 and up are invited to decorate a storage holder for earbuds.

Level 1 is for children in Grades 2-3. Registration is required. Call or visit the library to sign up. Participants must attend both sessions, on August 22 and August 23.

This interactive program features five different raptors. Participants will learn about the natural history of each raptor, and much more.

Level 2 is for children in Grades 4-6. Registration is required. Call or visit the library to sign up. Participants must attend both sessions, on August 22 and August 23.

 Kids in Grade K-5 are invited to strengthen their reading skills by reading aloud to Katie, our therapy dog!

Celebrate your summer reading accomplishments!

Wait until you see all the critters Jason will bring to the library. Enjoy farm music, dancing, animal petting and a surprise character! For families.

Children and families are welcome to drop in and participate in LEGO free play.

Students entering grades 6-12 are invited to drop in to this student run group dedicated to creating a community of writers.

Bring a pillow or blanket, curl up and get comfy. Snacks will be served. For kids entering grade 6-12.

Today’s film: Ready Player One

Discussion of Wonder by R.J.Palacio

Kids in Grade K-5 are invited to a LEGO free play session.

Free build or challenges for kids in Grades K-5