99 Clinton Street
Schenectady, NY 12305
518.388.4500
All programs and classes are made possible through the funding provided by the SCPL Friends of the Library.
All programs and classes are made possible through the funding provided by the SCPL Friends of the Library.
Bring your baby and bounce along to songs, rhymes, and stories! Learn about early literacy resources and connect with other caregivers.
For children 0 – 12 months and their caregivers. Registration required.
Bring your baby and bounce along to songs, rhymes, and stories! Learn about early literacy resources and connect with other caregivers.
For children 0 – 12 months and their caregivers. Registration required.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Bride of Frankenstein
Boris Karloff, Colin Clive, Valerie Hobson, Elsa Lanchester, Gavin Gordon; Universal Pictures; Directed by James Whale; Rated PG; 75 minutes; 1999
In the masterful sequel to the 1931 classic, the mad scientist is persuaded by a creepy doctor to create a mate for his creature to help fabricate a new race, but all doesn't go as planned. Elsa Lanchester has dual roles as novelist Mary Shelley and the frightful fright-wig-wearing bride.
Seating is limited and will be first come, first serve. Food is prohibited at this event.
Bride of Frankenstein
Boris Karloff, Colin Clive, Valerie Hobson, Elsa Lanchester, Gavin Gordon; Universal Pictures; Directed by James Whale; Rated PG; 75 minutes; 1999
In the masterful sequel to the 1931 classic, the mad scientist is persuaded by a creepy doctor to create a mate for his creature to help fabricate a new race, but all doesn't go as planned. Elsa Lanchester has dual roles as novelist Mary Shelley and the frightful fright-wig-wearing bride.
Seating is limited and will be first come, first serve. Food is prohibited at this event.
Register with a librarian for personalized reference assistance that is uninterrupted.
Book a forty-five minute one-on-one session to get assistance in one of the following areas:
Please note that the library does not provide medical, legal, investment, or tax advice; however, staff will be happy to show you resources that can help with these topics.
Registrants must sign up at least 24 hours in advance and may make no more than two appointments per month.
Register with a librarian for personalized reference assistance that is uninterrupted.
Book a forty-five minute one-on-one session to get assistance in one of the following areas:
Please note that the library does not provide medical, legal, investment, or tax advice; however, staff will be happy to show you resources that can help with these topics.
Registrants must sign up at least 24 hours in advance and may make no more than two appointments per month.
Join us for a fun building challenge using a variety of materials, including Legos, Magnetiles, Strawbees, and more. We supply the building materials, but projects will stay at the library, so bring your camera!
For kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.
Join us for a fun building challenge using a variety of materials, including Legos, Magnetiles, Strawbees, and more. We supply the building materials, but projects will stay at the library, so bring your camera!
For kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.
Learning English as a second language opens many doors for people and provides them with a variety of options they might not otherwise have. This course is designed for adult learners and helps individuals become more proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English. Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220.
Learning English as a second language opens many doors for people and provides them with a variety of options they might not otherwise have. This course is designed for adult learners and helps individuals become more proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English. Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220.
Whether you’ve been doing it forever or just starting out, bring your written words to this volunteer run community group and receive feedback from fellow wordsmiths as time permits.No registration required. Ages 18+
Whether you’ve been doing it forever or just starting out, bring your written words to this volunteer run community group and receive feedback from fellow wordsmiths as time permits.No registration required. Ages 18+
Set up a free Gmail account to communicate safely through emails and learn how to write, send, respond and delete emails. Requirement: Must have basic Internet skills. Ages 18+
Set up a free Gmail account to communicate safely through emails and learn how to write, send, respond and delete emails. Requirement: Must have basic Internet skills. Ages 18+
Play big! Engage in exploratory play, practice sharing and communicating, and build literacy through fun during this play hour for preschoolers.
For kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration required.
Play big! Engage in exploratory play, practice sharing and communicating, and build literacy through fun during this play hour for preschoolers.
For kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration required.
Fun and hands-on, this interactive STEAM story time will encourage preschoolers’ curiosity about the world around them through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math themed activities.
For children ages 3 – 6 and their caregivers. Registration required.
Fun and hands-on, this interactive STEAM story time will encourage preschoolers’ curiosity about the world around them through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math themed activities.
For children ages 3 – 6 and their caregivers. Registration required.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Stories & learning for families with children ages birth to 5 years old.
Stories & learning for families with children ages birth to 5 years old.
Bring your kids and their bikes to practice and develop skills to become better cyclists. This rodeo will have several stations: helmet fitting, bike tune up, and several skills activities including: slow racing in side-by-side lanes, dodging objects, sudden stops and practicing rules of the road like signaling. There will be bike accessory giveaways, certificate of completion and an ice cream social. Kids ages 8-13 who can ride a 2-wheeled bike are preferred, but younger learners are encouraged to attend.
This event will take place at the Crossroads Center for Children parking lot at 1136 N Westcott Rd, Rotterdam, NY 12306.
Bring your kids and their bikes to practice and develop skills to become better cyclists. This rodeo will have several stations: helmet fitting, bike tune up, and several skills activities including: slow racing in side-by-side lanes, dodging objects, sudden stops and practicing rules of the road like signaling. There will be bike accessory giveaways, certificate of completion and an ice cream social. Kids ages 8-13 who can ride a 2-wheeled bike are preferred, but younger learners are encouraged to attend.
This event will take place at the Crossroads Center for Children parking lot at 1136 N Westcott Rd, Rotterdam, NY 12306.
All library locations closed.
TeenTober is here! TeenTober is a nationwide celebration hosted by public libraries every October and aims to celebrate teens, promote year-round teen services and the innovative ways teen services helps teens learn new skills, and fuel their passions in and outside the library. TeenTober is sponsored by the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) which is part of the American Librarian Association (ALA).
Last-minute Halloween plans? Make a quick costume with this take-home kit! Kits are available for pick-up from the Children’s Desk during the week of 10/10-10/14 while supplies last.
For students in grades 6-12. No registration required.
TeenTober is here! TeenTober is a nationwide celebration hosted by public libraries every October and aims to celebrate teens, promote year-round teen services and the innovative ways teen services helps teens learn new skills, and fuel their passions in and outside the library. TeenTober is sponsored by the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) which is part of the American Librarian Association (ALA).
Last-minute Halloween plans? Make a quick costume with this take-home kit! Kits are available for pick-up from the Children’s Desk during the week of 10/10-10/14 while supplies last.
For students in grades 6-12. No registration required.
Register with a librarian for personalized reference assistance that is uninterrupted.
Book a forty-five minute one-on-one session to get assistance in one of the following areas:
Please note that the library does not provide medical, legal, investment, or tax advice; however, staff will be happy to show you resources that can help with these topics.
Registrants must sign up at least 24 hours in advance and may make no more than two appointments per month.
Register with a librarian for personalized reference assistance that is uninterrupted.
Book a forty-five minute one-on-one session to get assistance in one of the following areas:
Please note that the library does not provide medical, legal, investment, or tax advice; however, staff will be happy to show you resources that can help with these topics.
Registrants must sign up at least 24 hours in advance and may make no more than two appointments per month.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Join us for a story time the whole family can enjoy! While the books, songs, and rhymes will be for 1 and 2 year olds, siblings are welcome.
For 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers.
Join us for a story time the whole family can enjoy! While the books, songs, and rhymes will be for 1 and 2 year olds, siblings are welcome.
For 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Please join us for one of our Stay and Play five-week series. This program encourages playing with your child, and talking with child experts!
For children ages 1-3 with a caregiver or parent.
Please join us for one of our Stay and Play five-week series. This program encourages playing with your child, and talking with child experts!
For children ages 1-3 with a caregiver or parent.
A Baby Café is a free drop-in service offering in-person breastfeeding/chestfeeding support for pregnant and/or new parents in the community.
Siblings and partners welcome! Grab and go snacks provided.
A Baby Café is a free drop-in service offering in-person breastfeeding/chestfeeding support for pregnant and/or new parents in the community.
Siblings and partners welcome! Grab and go snacks provided.
Join us for a discussion of This Tender Land by William Kent Kreuger.
In the summer of 1932, on the banks of Minnesota's Gilead River, the Lincoln Indian Training School is a pitiless place where Native American children, forcibly separated from their parents, are sent to be educated. It is also home to Odie O’Banion, a lively orphan boy whose exploits constantly earn him the superintendent’s wrath. Odie and his brother, Albert, are the only white faces among the hundreds of Native American children at the school.
After committing a terrible crime, Odie and Albert are forced to flee for their lives along with their best friend, Mose, a mute young man of Sioux heritage. Out of pity, they also take with them a brokenhearted little girl named Emmy. Together, they steal away in a canoe, heading for the mighty Mississippi in search for a place to call home.
New book club members are always welcome. Request a copy of the books online or at any SCPL location.
Join us for a discussion of This Tender Land by William Kent Kreuger.
In the summer of 1932, on the banks of Minnesota's Gilead River, the Lincoln Indian Training School is a pitiless place where Native American children, forcibly separated from their parents, are sent to be educated. It is also home to Odie O’Banion, a lively orphan boy whose exploits constantly earn him the superintendent’s wrath. Odie and his brother, Albert, are the only white faces among the hundreds of Native American children at the school.
After committing a terrible crime, Odie and Albert are forced to flee for their lives along with their best friend, Mose, a mute young man of Sioux heritage. Out of pity, they also take with them a brokenhearted little girl named Emmy. Together, they steal away in a canoe, heading for the mighty Mississippi in search for a place to call home.
New book club members are always welcome. Request a copy of the books online or at any SCPL location.
Join us for a discussion of The Five Wounds by Kristin Valdez Quade.
It’s Holy Week in the small town of Las Penas, New Mexico, and thirty-three-year-old unemployed Amadeo Padilla has been given the part of Jesus in the Good Friday procession. He is preparing feverishly for this role when his fifteen-year-old daughter Angel shows up pregnant on his doorstep and disrupts his plans for personal redemption. With weeks to go until her due date, tough, ebullient Angel has fled her mother’s house, setting her life on a startling new path.
Vivid, tender, funny, and beautifully rendered, The Five Wounds spans the baby’s first year as five generations of the Padilla family converge: Amadeo’s mother, Yolanda, reeling from a recent discovery; Angel’s mother, Marissa, whom Angel isn’t speaking to; and disapproving Tíve, Yolanda’s uncle and keeper of the family’s history. Each brings expectations that Amadeo, who often solves his problems with a beer in his hand, doesn’t think he can live up to.
New book club members are always welcome. Request a copy of the books online or at any SCPL location.
Join us for a discussion of The Five Wounds by Kristin Valdez Quade.
It’s Holy Week in the small town of Las Penas, New Mexico, and thirty-three-year-old unemployed Amadeo Padilla has been given the part of Jesus in the Good Friday procession. He is preparing feverishly for this role when his fifteen-year-old daughter Angel shows up pregnant on his doorstep and disrupts his plans for personal redemption. With weeks to go until her due date, tough, ebullient Angel has fled her mother’s house, setting her life on a startling new path.
Vivid, tender, funny, and beautifully rendered, The Five Wounds spans the baby’s first year as five generations of the Padilla family converge: Amadeo’s mother, Yolanda, reeling from a recent discovery; Angel’s mother, Marissa, whom Angel isn’t speaking to; and disapproving Tíve, Yolanda’s uncle and keeper of the family’s history. Each brings expectations that Amadeo, who often solves his problems with a beer in his hand, doesn’t think he can live up to.
New book club members are always welcome. Request a copy of the books online or at any SCPL location.
Join us for a fun building challenge using a variety of materials, including Legos, Magnetiles, Strawbees, and more. We supply the building materials, but projects will stay at the library, so bring your camera! For kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.
Join us for a fun building challenge using a variety of materials, including Legos, Magnetiles, Strawbees, and more. We supply the building materials, but projects will stay at the library, so bring your camera! For kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.
Kids in grades 6-12 that love to write are invited to join. We usually pick a writing prompt, do some writing, and then share; but sharing is not mandatory. We are very welcoming to new members. This club meeting will be held in person and virtually. A meeting link for remote participants will be sent a day before the event. Snacks will be served.
Our October 10 meeting is a Teen Writing Club Special Edition! We'll be talking about Banned Books Week, and in-person attendees can take home some buttons that show off their reader pride.
Registration required.
Kids in grades 6-12 that love to write are invited to join. We usually pick a writing prompt, do some writing, and then share; but sharing is not mandatory. We are very welcoming to new members. This club meeting will be held in person and virtually. A meeting link for remote participants will be sent a day before the event. Snacks will be served.
Our October 10 meeting is a Teen Writing Club Special Edition! We'll be talking about Banned Books Week, and in-person attendees can take home some buttons that show off their reader pride.
Registration required.
Adult coloring nights are the perfect opportunity to unwind by yourself or with friends over a cup of coffee and some colored pencils. Bring your own coloring books or use our fun stash of books, pens, markers and colored pencils. Ages 14+
Adult coloring nights are the perfect opportunity to unwind by yourself or with friends over a cup of coffee and some colored pencils. Bring your own coloring books or use our fun stash of books, pens, markers and colored pencils. Ages 14+
Job Assistance at The Library
A representative from Schenectady County Connects will be on-site to assist job seekers looking to gain employment or better their career. Services provided will include, but are not limited to: resume development, job search resources, job application assistance, career
counseling and referrals to other resources.
Assistance to be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Job Assistance at The Library
A representative from Schenectady County Connects will be on-site to assist job seekers looking to gain employment or better their career. Services provided will include, but are not limited to: resume development, job search resources, job application assistance, career
counseling and referrals to other resources.
Assistance to be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Join WMHT Public Television for a program of family activities. Watch Stellaluna, enjoy craft activities, and carry home a story book.
For children grades PreK – Grade 2. Registration Required.
Join WMHT Public Television for a program of family activities. Watch Stellaluna, enjoy craft activities, and carry home a story book.
For children grades PreK – Grade 2. Registration Required.
Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore
Eddie Redmayne, Jude Law, Ezra Miller, Katherine Waterston, Poppy Corby-Tuech; Warner Bros.; Directed by David Yates; Rated PG-13; 142 minutes; 2022
Professor Albus Dumbledore (Jude Law) knows the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald (Mads Mikkelsen) is moving to seize control of the wizarding world. Unable to stop him alone, he entrusts Magizoologist Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne) to lead an intrepid team of wizards, witches and one brave Muggle baker on a dangerous mission, where they encounter old and new beasts and clash with Grindelwald’s growing legion of followers. But with the stakes so high, how long can Dumbledore remain on the sidelines?
Seating is limited and will be first come, first serve. Food is prohibited at this event.
Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore
Eddie Redmayne, Jude Law, Ezra Miller, Katherine Waterston, Poppy Corby-Tuech; Warner Bros.; Directed by David Yates; Rated PG-13; 142 minutes; 2022
Professor Albus Dumbledore (Jude Law) knows the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald (Mads Mikkelsen) is moving to seize control of the wizarding world. Unable to stop him alone, he entrusts Magizoologist Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne) to lead an intrepid team of wizards, witches and one brave Muggle baker on a dangerous mission, where they encounter old and new beasts and clash with Grindelwald’s growing legion of followers. But with the stakes so high, how long can Dumbledore remain on the sidelines?
Seating is limited and will be first come, first serve. Food is prohibited at this event.
Bring your current craft project to this social group to work on, meet new people and learn new skills. From knitting to quilting, and everything in between, we can help each other begin and complete craft projects. Join us and let's get crafty together.
Bring your current craft project to this social group to work on, meet new people and learn new skills. From knitting to quilting, and everything in between, we can help each other begin and complete craft projects. Join us and let's get crafty together.
Make your own edible wand as we watch Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone to celebrate National Harry Potter Book Day on October 12th. Butterbeer and popcorn included. For muggles and wizards ages 4+ and their caregivers. Registration is required.
Directed by Chris Columbus, Rated PG; 2hr 32m, 2001
Adaptation of the first of J.K. Rowling's popular children's novels about Harry Potter, a boy who learns on his eleventh birthday that he is the orphaned son of two powerful wizards and possesses unique magical powers of his own.
Make your own edible wand as we watch Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone to celebrate National Harry Potter Book Day on October 12th. Butterbeer and popcorn included. For muggles and wizards ages 4+ and their caregivers. Registration is required.
Directed by Chris Columbus, Rated PG; 2hr 32m, 2001
Adaptation of the first of J.K. Rowling's popular children's novels about Harry Potter, a boy who learns on his eleventh birthday that he is the orphaned son of two powerful wizards and possesses unique magical powers of his own.
Join us for a fun building challenge using a variety of materials, including Legos, Magnetiles, Strawbees, and more. We supply the building materials, but projects will stay at the library, so bring your camera!
For kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.
Join us for a fun building challenge using a variety of materials, including Legos, Magnetiles, Strawbees, and more. We supply the building materials, but projects will stay at the library, so bring your camera!
For kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.
Learning English as a second language opens many doors for people and provides them with a variety of options they might not otherwise have. This course is designed for adult learners and helps individuals become more proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English. Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220.
Learning English as a second language opens many doors for people and provides them with a variety of options they might not otherwise have. This course is designed for adult learners and helps individuals become more proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English. Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220.
Whether you’ve been doing it forever or just starting out, bring your written words to this volunteer run community group and receive feedback from fellow wordsmiths as time permits. No registration required. Ages 18+
Whether you’ve been doing it forever or just starting out, bring your written words to this volunteer run community group and receive feedback from fellow wordsmiths as time permits. No registration required. Ages 18+
Schenectady County Historian John Woodward will be available to answer questions and meet with any patrons looking for help with local history research from 10am-12:30pm. No registration required.
Schenectady County Historian John Woodward will be available to answer questions and meet with any patrons looking for help with local history research from 10am-12:30pm. No registration required.
Play big! Engage in exploratory play, practice sharing and communicating, and build literacy through fun during this play hour for preschoolers.
For kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration required.
Play big! Engage in exploratory play, practice sharing and communicating, and build literacy through fun during this play hour for preschoolers.
For kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration required.
Fun and hands-on, this interactive STEAM story time will encourage preschoolers’ curiosity about the world around them through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math themed activities.
For children ages 3 – 6 and their caregivers. Registration required.
Fun and hands-on, this interactive STEAM story time will encourage preschoolers’ curiosity about the world around them through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math themed activities.
For children ages 3 – 6 and their caregivers. Registration required.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Join the Quaker Street book club for a discussion of The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan.
Anthony Peardew is the keeper of lost things. Forty years ago, he carelessly lost a keepsake from his beloved fiancée, Therese. That very same day, she died unexpectedly. Brokenhearted, Anthony sought consolation in rescuing lost objects—the things others have dropped, misplaced, or accidentally left behind—and writing stories about them. Now, in the twilight of his life, Anthony worries that he has not fully discharged his duty to reconcile all the lost things with their owners. As the end nears, he bequeaths his secret life’s mission to his unsuspecting assistant, Laura, leaving her his house and all its lost treasures, including an irritable ghost.
New book club members are always welcome. Request a copy of the books online or at any SCPL location.
Join the Quaker Street book club for a discussion of The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan.
Anthony Peardew is the keeper of lost things. Forty years ago, he carelessly lost a keepsake from his beloved fiancée, Therese. That very same day, she died unexpectedly. Brokenhearted, Anthony sought consolation in rescuing lost objects—the things others have dropped, misplaced, or accidentally left behind—and writing stories about them. Now, in the twilight of his life, Anthony worries that he has not fully discharged his duty to reconcile all the lost things with their owners. As the end nears, he bequeaths his secret life’s mission to his unsuspecting assistant, Laura, leaving her his house and all its lost treasures, including an irritable ghost.
New book club members are always welcome. Request a copy of the books online or at any SCPL location.
Stories & learning for families with children ages birth to 5 years old.
Stories & learning for families with children ages birth to 5 years old.
Kids will build their own boat out of foil out how many coins the ferryman's boat can carry across the river Styx. Buoyancy, surface area and weight distribution will be discussed. For ages 7-11.
Kids will build their own boat out of foil out how many coins the ferryman's boat can carry across the river Styx. Buoyancy, surface area and weight distribution will be discussed. For ages 7-11.
Meet therapy dog Shadow who would love to listen to you read a story. At 3:30 pm, Shadow's family will share a story with the group. For children in grades K-5 with an adult. Younger children are invited to attend the story time.
Meet therapy dog Shadow who would love to listen to you read a story. At 3:30 pm, Shadow's family will share a story with the group. For children in grades K-5 with an adult. Younger children are invited to attend the story time.
Take home the supplies for a masterpiece! Grab-and-go kits exploring the artwork of Frida Kahlo will be available at the Glenville library check-out desk during the week of 10/16-10/20. Pick up your kit while supplies last and get creative!
For families with kids of all ages. No registration required.
Take home the supplies for a masterpiece! Grab-and-go kits exploring the artwork of Frida Kahlo will be available at the Glenville library check-out desk during the week of 10/16-10/20. Pick up your kit while supplies last and get creative!
For families with kids of all ages. No registration required.
Take home the supplies for a masterpiece! Grab-and-go kits exploring the artwork of Frida Kahlo will be available at the Scotia library check-out desk during the week of 10/16-10/20. Pick up your kit while supplies last and get creative!
For families with kids of all ages. No registration required.
Take home the supplies for a masterpiece! Grab-and-go kits exploring the artwork of Frida Kahlo will be available at the Scotia library check-out desk during the week of 10/16-10/20. Pick up your kit while supplies last and get creative!
For families with kids of all ages. No registration required.
Bring your baby and bounce along to songs, rhymes, and stories! Learn about early literacy resources and connect with other caregivers.
For babies 0-12 months and their caregivers. Registration required.
Bring your baby and bounce along to songs, rhymes, and stories! Learn about early literacy resources and connect with other caregivers.
For babies 0-12 months and their caregivers. Registration required.
Baby Cafe is a free drop-in service offering in-person breastfeeding/chestfeeding support for pregnant and/or new parents in the community. Siblings and partners welcome! Grab and go snack are provided.
Baby Cafe is a free drop-in service offering in-person breastfeeding/chestfeeding support for pregnant and/or new parents in the community. Siblings and partners welcome! Grab and go snack are provided.
Let off STEAM at the library! Join us for an exploration of the science of solar eclipses and how the Sun affects our world. We'll make portable sun clocks perfect for use outdoors during camping and hikes!
For kids in grades 2-5 and their caregivers.
Let off STEAM at the library! Join us for an exploration of the science of solar eclipses and how the Sun affects our world. We'll make portable sun clocks perfect for use outdoors during camping and hikes!
For kids in grades 2-5 and their caregivers.
Learning English as a second language opens many doors for people and provides them with a variety of options they might not otherwise have. This course is designed for adult learners and helps individuals become more proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English. Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220.
Learning English as a second language opens many doors for people and provides them with a variety of options they might not otherwise have. This course is designed for adult learners and helps individuals become more proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English. Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Join us for a story time the whole family can enjoy! While the books, songs, and rhymes will be for 1 and 2 year olds, siblings are welcome.
For 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers.
Join us for a story time the whole family can enjoy! While the books, songs, and rhymes will be for 1 and 2 year olds, siblings are welcome.
For 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Please join us for one of our Stay and Play five-week series. This program encourages playing with your child, and talking with child experts!
For children ages 1-3 with a caregiver or parent.
Please join us for one of our Stay and Play five-week series. This program encourages playing with your child, and talking with child experts!
For children ages 1-3 with a caregiver or parent.
Join the Niskayuna book club for a discussion of How Much Are The Free Books by Judy Hoff.
Special Note: This is an in-person author book talk. The book will not be available for purchase until September. No library copies are available at this time.
New book club members are always welcome. Request a copy of the books online or at any SCPL location.
Join the Niskayuna book club for a discussion of How Much Are The Free Books by Judy Hoff.
Special Note: This is an in-person author book talk. The book will not be available for purchase until September. No library copies are available at this time.
New book club members are always welcome. Request a copy of the books online or at any SCPL location.
Come to the library after school and catch a movie before dinnertime! We'll be getting in the spooky spirit showing Monster House (2006) today. The animated film centers around three kids who discover that main character DJ's neighbors house, "Old Man Nebbercracker" (voice acted by Steve Buscemi) is actually a living, breathing monster. Rated PG. For families with kids and teens. No registration required and snacks will be provided.
Come to the library after school and catch a movie before dinnertime! We'll be getting in the spooky spirit showing Monster House (2006) today. The animated film centers around three kids who discover that main character DJ's neighbors house, "Old Man Nebbercracker" (voice acted by Steve Buscemi) is actually a living, breathing monster. Rated PG. For families with kids and teens. No registration required and snacks will be provided.
Bring your baby and bounce along to songs, rhymes, and stories! Learn about early literacy resources and connect with other caregivers.
For children 0 – 12 months and their caregivers. Registration required.
Bring your baby and bounce along to songs, rhymes, and stories! Learn about early literacy resources and connect with other caregivers.
For children 0 – 12 months and their caregivers. Registration required.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Hocus Pocus
Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy, Omri Katz, Thora Birch; Walt Disney Pictures; Directed by Kenny Ortega; Rated PG; 95 minutes; 1993
Three 17th-century witches, hanged for their murderous crimes, are resurrected on Halloween in modern-day Salem by an unsuspecting boy, who must now figure out how to get them back in the ground.
Seating is limited and will be first come, first serve. Food is prohibited at this event.
Hocus Pocus
Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy, Omri Katz, Thora Birch; Walt Disney Pictures; Directed by Kenny Ortega; Rated PG; 95 minutes; 1993
Three 17th-century witches, hanged for their murderous crimes, are resurrected on Halloween in modern-day Salem by an unsuspecting boy, who must now figure out how to get them back in the ground.
Seating is limited and will be first come, first serve. Food is prohibited at this event.
Families who are homeschooling are welcome to come to this monthly program that aims to enhance your homeschooling experience! Kids & teens will also have time at the end of the program to engage and socialize with other similarly aged students. For kids & teens ages 5 - 16. Registration is required.
Come to our first Homeschool Hour of the school year! Today, in honor of Hispanic Heritage month, fellow homeschool mom and educator Irma Martinez-Coyle will be here to lead us in two art projects and a discussion with participants that will teach us more about the history of Mexican art.
Families who are homeschooling are welcome to come to this monthly program that aims to enhance your homeschooling experience! Kids & teens will also have time at the end of the program to engage and socialize with other similarly aged students. For kids & teens ages 5 - 16. Registration is required.
Come to our first Homeschool Hour of the school year! Today, in honor of Hispanic Heritage month, fellow homeschool mom and educator Irma Martinez-Coyle will be here to lead us in two art projects and a discussion with participants that will teach us more about the history of Mexican art.
Families who are homeschooling are welcome to come to this monthly program that aims to enhance your homeschooling experience! Kids and teens will also have time at the end of the program to engage and socialize with other students of similar age.
During this edition of Homeschool Hour, we'll explore the magic and science of solar eclipses, and talk about solar energy. Then design your own lantern to be used with solar candles to take home!
For families with children ages 5-16.
Families who are homeschooling are welcome to come to this monthly program that aims to enhance your homeschooling experience! Kids and teens will also have time at the end of the program to engage and socialize with other students of similar age.
During this edition of Homeschool Hour, we'll explore the magic and science of solar eclipses, and talk about solar energy. Then design your own lantern to be used with solar candles to take home!
For families with children ages 5-16.
Join us for a fun building challenge using a variety of materials, including Legos, Magnetiles, Strawbees, and more. We supply the building materials, but projects will stay at the library, so bring your camera!
For kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.
Join us for a fun building challenge using a variety of materials, including Legos, Magnetiles, Strawbees, and more. We supply the building materials, but projects will stay at the library, so bring your camera!
For kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.
Learning English as a second language opens many doors for people and provides them with a variety of options they might not otherwise have. This course is designed for adult learners and helps individuals become more proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English. Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220.
Learning English as a second language opens many doors for people and provides them with a variety of options they might not otherwise have. This course is designed for adult learners and helps individuals become more proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English. Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220.
Whether you’ve been doing it forever or just starting out, bring your written words to this volunteer run community group and receive feedback from fellow wordsmiths as time permits. No registration required. Ages 18+
Whether you’ve been doing it forever or just starting out, bring your written words to this volunteer run community group and receive feedback from fellow wordsmiths as time permits. No registration required. Ages 18+
Play big! Engage in exploratory play, practice sharing and communicating, and build literacy through fun during this play hour for preschoolers.
For kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration required.
Play big! Engage in exploratory play, practice sharing and communicating, and build literacy through fun during this play hour for preschoolers.
For kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration required.
Fun and hands-on, this interactive STEAM story time will encourage preschoolers’ curiosity about the world around them through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math themed activities.
For children ages 3 – 6 and their caregivers. Registration required.
Fun and hands-on, this interactive STEAM story time will encourage preschoolers’ curiosity about the world around them through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math themed activities.
For children ages 3 – 6 and their caregivers. Registration required.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Join us for a story class for children in grades K-5 with an adult. Meet Daisy, the therapy dog, who would love to listen to you read a story.
Join us for a story class for children in grades K-5 with an adult. Meet Daisy, the therapy dog, who would love to listen to you read a story.
Are you a teen who is concerned about climate change, but don't know how to help? Join the Nisky Climate League and start making a difference! Sponsored by the Niskayuna Rotary Club, the Nisky Climate League aims to involve the youth in the community to raise awareness towards climate change through a variety of activities. Rotary Club sponsors will mentor and guide members as they carry out projects and develop leadership skills.
For Schenectady County residents, grades 7-12.
Are you a teen who is concerned about climate change, but don't know how to help? Join the Nisky Climate League and start making a difference! Sponsored by the Niskayuna Rotary Club, the Nisky Climate League aims to involve the youth in the community to raise awareness towards climate change through a variety of activities. Rotary Club sponsors will mentor and guide members as they carry out projects and develop leadership skills.
For Schenectady County residents, grades 7-12.
TeenTober is here! TeenTober is a nationwide celebration hosted by public libraries every October and aims to celebrate teens, promote year-round teen services and the innovative ways teen services helps teens learn new skills, and fuel their passions in and outside the library. TeenTober is sponsored by the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) which is part of the American Librarian Association (ALA).
Today, come paint a "My Neighbor Totoro" (1988), inspired picture with local artist, Melody Often. For teens and tweens in grades 6-12. Registration Required.
TeenTober is here! TeenTober is a nationwide celebration hosted by public libraries every October and aims to celebrate teens, promote year-round teen services and the innovative ways teen services helps teens learn new skills, and fuel their passions in and outside the library. TeenTober is sponsored by the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) which is part of the American Librarian Association (ALA).
Today, come paint a "My Neighbor Totoro" (1988), inspired picture with local artist, Melody Often. For teens and tweens in grades 6-12. Registration Required.
Come Explore the Power of your Breath in a yoga flow! The breath impacts everything from posture to mental, emotional and physical health to the power of the voice. While moving through basic postures learn how the Breath animates us, soothes us, connects us with the heart, strengthens the body and gives us a voice. Through breath and movement, you will connect with your breath and body in a whole new way. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water and a yoga mat if you have one. Suitable for beginners on up!
Ages 18+
Come Explore the Power of your Breath in a yoga flow! The breath impacts everything from posture to mental, emotional and physical health to the power of the voice. While moving through basic postures learn how the Breath animates us, soothes us, connects us with the heart, strengthens the body and gives us a voice. Through breath and movement, you will connect with your breath and body in a whole new way. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water and a yoga mat if you have one. Suitable for beginners on up!
Ages 18+
Stories & learning for families with children ages birth to 5 years old.
Stories & learning for families with children ages birth to 5 years old.
Peggy teaches the basics of knitting and crocheting including the hook and needles, yarns, stitches and tension. All materials are provided. For all ages, skill level and abilities.
Peggy teaches the basics of knitting and crocheting including the hook and needles, yarns, stitches and tension. All materials are provided. For all ages, skill level and abilities.
Meet therapy dog Winston who would love to listen to you read a story. At 3:30 pm, Shadow's mom will share a story with the group. For children in grades K-5 with an adult. Younger children are invited to attend the story time.
Meet therapy dog Winston who would love to listen to you read a story. At 3:30 pm, Shadow's mom will share a story with the group. For children in grades K-5 with an adult. Younger children are invited to attend the story time.
Teens, take home a customizable kit! Design your own tie-dye shoelaces and bandanas—all supplies included. Kits available at the Central Library Children's Desk during the week of 10/23-10/26, while supplies last. For students in grades 6-12. No registration required.
Teens, take home a customizable kit! Design your own tie-dye shoelaces and bandanas—all supplies included. Kits available at the Central Library Children's Desk during the week of 10/23-10/26, while supplies last. For students in grades 6-12. No registration required.
Teens, take home a customizable kit! Design your own tie-dye shoelaces and bandanas—all supplies included. Kits available at the Glenville library check-out desk during the week of 10/23-10/26, while supplies last.
For students in grades 6-12. No registration required.
Teens, take home a customizable kit! Design your own tie-dye shoelaces and bandanas—all supplies included. Kits available at the Glenville library check-out desk during the week of 10/23-10/26, while supplies last.
For students in grades 6-12. No registration required.
Teens, take home a customizable kit! Design your own tie-dye shoelaces and bandanas—all supplies included. Kits available at the Scotia library check-out desk during the week of 10/23-10/26, while supplies last.
For students in grades 6-12. No registration required.
Teens, take home a customizable kit! Design your own tie-dye shoelaces and bandanas—all supplies included. Kits available at the Scotia library check-out desk during the week of 10/23-10/26, while supplies last.
For students in grades 6-12. No registration required.
Miss Lisa leads babies, toddlers and preschoolers in this interactive music class. Kids will listen to songs, engage in creative movement, and use instruments to have fun with music.
For children ages 0-5 with their caregivers. Registration required.
Miss Lisa leads babies, toddlers and preschoolers in this interactive music class. Kids will listen to songs, engage in creative movement, and use instruments to have fun with music.
For children ages 0-5 with their caregivers. Registration required.
Join WMHT and the Schenectady County Public Library for a program of family activities. Watch Mouse Counts, create hands-on craft activities, and carry home the storybook. For Pre-school kids - 2nd graders.
Join WMHT and the Schenectady County Public Library for a program of family activities. Watch Mouse Counts, create hands-on craft activities, and carry home the storybook. For Pre-school kids - 2nd graders.
Families who are homeschooling are welcome to come to this monthly program that aims to enhance your homeschooling experience! Kids & teens will also have time at the end of the program to engage and socialize with other similarly aged students. For kids & teens ages 5 - 16. Registration is required.
Come to our first Homeschool Hour of the school year! Today, The Children's Museum at Saratoga will be here to talk about the mysterious silent spinners, spiders!
Families who are homeschooling are welcome to come to this monthly program that aims to enhance your homeschooling experience! Kids & teens will also have time at the end of the program to engage and socialize with other similarly aged students. For kids & teens ages 5 - 16. Registration is required.
Come to our first Homeschool Hour of the school year! Today, The Children's Museum at Saratoga will be here to talk about the mysterious silent spinners, spiders!
Learning English as a second language opens many doors for people and provides them with a variety of options they might not otherwise have. This course is designed for adult learners and helps individuals become more proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English. Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220.
Learning English as a second language opens many doors for people and provides them with a variety of options they might not otherwise have. This course is designed for adult learners and helps individuals become more proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English. Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Join us for a story time the whole family can enjoy! While the books, songs, and rhymes will be for 1 and 2 year olds, siblings are welcome.
For 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers.
Join us for a story time the whole family can enjoy! While the books, songs, and rhymes will be for 1 and 2 year olds, siblings are welcome.
For 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Please join us for one of our Stay and Play five-week series. This program encourages playing with your child, and talking with child experts!
For children ages 1-3 with a caregiver or parent.
Please join us for one of our Stay and Play five-week series. This program encourages playing with your child, and talking with child experts!
For children ages 1-3 with a caregiver or parent.
A Baby Café is a free drop-in service offering in-person breastfeeding/chestfeeding support for pregnant and/or new parents in the community.
Siblings and partners welcome! Grab and go snacks provided.
A Baby Café is a free drop-in service offering in-person breastfeeding/chestfeeding support for pregnant and/or new parents in the community.
Siblings and partners welcome! Grab and go snacks provided.
Join us for a fun building challenge using a variety of materials, including Legos, Magnetiles, Strawbees, and more. We supply the building materials, but projects will stay at the library, so bring your camera! For kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.
Join us for a fun building challenge using a variety of materials, including Legos, Magnetiles, Strawbees, and more. We supply the building materials, but projects will stay at the library, so bring your camera! For kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.
Make a BOO-tiful craft, complete a Not-So-Scary-Scavenger Hunt, play some GOUL-ish games, and enjoy SPOOK-tacular cider & doughnuts. Costumes welcome!
For families with children 3 and up. Registration required.
Make a BOO-tiful craft, complete a Not-So-Scary-Scavenger Hunt, play some GOUL-ish games, and enjoy SPOOK-tacular cider & doughnuts. Costumes welcome!
For families with children 3 and up. Registration required.
Kids in grades 6-12 that love to write are invited to join. We usually pick a writing prompt, do some writing, and then share; but sharing is not mandatory. We are very welcoming to new members. This club meeting will be held in person and virtually. A meeting link for remote participants will be sent a day before the event. Snacks will be served. Registration required.
Kids in grades 6-12 that love to write are invited to join. We usually pick a writing prompt, do some writing, and then share; but sharing is not mandatory. We are very welcoming to new members. This club meeting will be held in person and virtually. A meeting link for remote participants will be sent a day before the event. Snacks will be served. Registration required.
Great food, great drink, even better company. Join an awesome group of people in this book club discussing The People We Keep by Allison Larkin.
Ages 21+
Registration Required
Manhattan Exchange (607 Union Street, Schenectady)
Great food, great drink, even better company. Join an awesome group of people in this book club discussing The People We Keep by Allison Larkin.
Ages 21+
Registration Required
Manhattan Exchange (607 Union Street, Schenectady)
Job Assistance at The Library
A representative from Schenectady County Connects will be on-site to assist job seekers looking to gain employment or better their career. Services provided will include, but are not limited to: resume development, job search resources, job application assistance, career
counseling and referrals to other resources.
Assistance to be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Job Assistance at The Library
A representative from Schenectady County Connects will be on-site to assist job seekers looking to gain employment or better their career. Services provided will include, but are not limited to: resume development, job search resources, job application assistance, career
counseling and referrals to other resources.
Assistance to be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Bring your baby and bounce along to songs, rhymes, and stories! Learn about early literacy resources and connect with other caregivers.
For children 0 – 12 months and their caregivers. Registration required.
Bring your baby and bounce along to songs, rhymes, and stories! Learn about early literacy resources and connect with other caregivers.
For children 0 – 12 months and their caregivers. Registration required.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
The Thing
Kurt Russell, A. Wilford Brimley, T.K. Carter, David Clennon, Keith David; Universal Pictures; Directed by John Carpenter; Rated R; 108 minutes; 1982
Americans at a base in Antarctica are terrorized by an otherworldly creature that can shapeshift into the form of anything it kills.
Seating is limited and will be first come, first serve. Food is prohibited at this event.
The Thing
Kurt Russell, A. Wilford Brimley, T.K. Carter, David Clennon, Keith David; Universal Pictures; Directed by John Carpenter; Rated R; 108 minutes; 1982
Americans at a base in Antarctica are terrorized by an otherworldly creature that can shapeshift into the form of anything it kills.
Seating is limited and will be first come, first serve. Food is prohibited at this event.
Bring your current craft project to this social group to work on, meet new people and learn new skills. From knitting to quilting, and everything in between, we can help each other begin and complete craft projects. Join us and let's get crafty together. No registration required.
Bring your current craft project to this social group to work on, meet new people and learn new skills. From knitting to quilting, and everything in between, we can help each other begin and complete craft projects. Join us and let's get crafty together. No registration required.
Join us for a fun building challenge using a variety of materials, including Legos, Magnetiles, Strawbees, and more. We supply the building materials, but projects will stay at the library, so bring your camera!
For kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.
Join us for a fun building challenge using a variety of materials, including Legos, Magnetiles, Strawbees, and more. We supply the building materials, but projects will stay at the library, so bring your camera!
For kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.
Join us for a Halloween-themed night of fun as we brew glow-in-the-dark slime and watch Casper. Materials and snacks provided. For ages 5+ and their caregivers. Registration required.
Christina Ricci, Bill Pullman, Cathy Moriarty. Universal; Directed by Brad Silberling; Rated PG; 1 hr. 30m, 1995.
The Friendly Ghost attempts to befriend the 12-year-old daughter of a paranormal expert, but his nasty ghost uncles wreak havoc.
Join us for a Halloween-themed night of fun as we brew glow-in-the-dark slime and watch Casper. Materials and snacks provided. For ages 5+ and their caregivers. Registration required.
Christina Ricci, Bill Pullman, Cathy Moriarty. Universal; Directed by Brad Silberling; Rated PG; 1 hr. 30m, 1995.
The Friendly Ghost attempts to befriend the 12-year-old daughter of a paranormal expert, but his nasty ghost uncles wreak havoc.
Learning English as a second language opens many doors for people and provides them with a variety of options they might not otherwise have. This course is designed for adult learners and helps individuals become more proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English. Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220.
Learning English as a second language opens many doors for people and provides them with a variety of options they might not otherwise have. This course is designed for adult learners and helps individuals become more proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English. Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220.
Whether you’ve been doing it forever or just starting out, bring your written words to this volunteer run community group and receive feedback from fellow wordsmiths as time permits. No registration required. Age 18+
Whether you’ve been doing it forever or just starting out, bring your written words to this volunteer run community group and receive feedback from fellow wordsmiths as time permits. No registration required. Age 18+
Schenectady County Connects is hosting a job fair. The event is open to anyone seeking new or better employment opportunities. They will have approximately 10 -12 employers across industries, each month, that have immediate hiring needs. This hiring event allows local job seekers to connect face-to-face with businesses that have various open positions.
Schenectady County Connects is the workforce entity that encompasses Schenectady County Job Training Agency (SJTA) and the New York State Department of Labor One-Stop Career Center/American Job Center which provide universal access to the community to promote self-sustainability and economic growth through a skilled, quality workforce.
Schenectady County Connects is hosting a job fair. The event is open to anyone seeking new or better employment opportunities. They will have approximately 10 -12 employers across industries, each month, that have immediate hiring needs. This hiring event allows local job seekers to connect face-to-face with businesses that have various open positions.
Schenectady County Connects is the workforce entity that encompasses Schenectady County Job Training Agency (SJTA) and the New York State Department of Labor One-Stop Career Center/American Job Center which provide universal access to the community to promote self-sustainability and economic growth through a skilled, quality workforce.
Schenectady County Historian John Woodward will be available to answer questions and meet with any patrons looking for help with local history research from 10am-12:30pm. No registration required.
Schenectady County Historian John Woodward will be available to answer questions and meet with any patrons looking for help with local history research from 10am-12:30pm. No registration required.
Join the Glenville Book Club for a discussion of The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn.
In 1937 in the snowbound city of Kyiv, wry and bookish history student Mila Pavlichenko organizes her life around her library job and her young son--but Hitler's invasion of Ukraine and Russia sends her on a different path. Given a rifle and sent to join the fight, Mila must forge herself from studious girl to deadly sniper--a lethal hunter of Nazis known as Lady Death.
New book club members are always welcome. Request a copy of the books online or at any SCPL location.
Join the Glenville Book Club for a discussion of The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn.
In 1937 in the snowbound city of Kyiv, wry and bookish history student Mila Pavlichenko organizes her life around her library job and her young son--but Hitler's invasion of Ukraine and Russia sends her on a different path. Given a rifle and sent to join the fight, Mila must forge herself from studious girl to deadly sniper--a lethal hunter of Nazis known as Lady Death.
New book club members are always welcome. Request a copy of the books online or at any SCPL location.
Miss Lisa leads babies, toddlers and preschoolers in this interactive music class. Kids will listen to songs, engage in creative movement, and use instruments to have fun with music.
For children ages 0-5 with their caregivers. Registration required.
Miss Lisa leads babies, toddlers and preschoolers in this interactive music class. Kids will listen to songs, engage in creative movement, and use instruments to have fun with music.
For children ages 0-5 with their caregivers. Registration required.
Fun and hands-on, this interactive STEAM story time will encourage preschoolers’ curiosity about the world around them through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math themed activities.
For children ages 3 – 6 and their caregivers. Registration required.
Fun and hands-on, this interactive STEAM story time will encourage preschoolers’ curiosity about the world around them through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math themed activities.
For children ages 3 – 6 and their caregivers. Registration required.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Join us for a story class for children in grades K-5 with an adult. Meet Daisy, the therapy dog, who would love to listen to you read a story.
Join us for a story class for children in grades K-5 with an adult. Meet Daisy, the therapy dog, who would love to listen to you read a story.
Get into the spirit by decorating a pumpkin! Options include paints, markers, and other drawing materials. A pumpkin will be provided for each child. Grades K-5.
Get into the spirit by decorating a pumpkin! Options include paints, markers, and other drawing materials. A pumpkin will be provided for each child. Grades K-5.
Are you a teen who is concerned about climate change, but don't know how to help? Join the Nisky Climate League and start making a difference! Sponsored by the Niskayuna Rotary Club, the Nisky Climate League aims to involve the youth in the community to raise awareness towards climate change through a variety of activities. Rotary Club sponsors will mentor and guide members as they carry out projects and develop leadership skills.
For Schenectady County residents, grades 7-12.
Are you a teen who is concerned about climate change, but don't know how to help? Join the Nisky Climate League and start making a difference! Sponsored by the Niskayuna Rotary Club, the Nisky Climate League aims to involve the youth in the community to raise awareness towards climate change through a variety of activities. Rotary Club sponsors will mentor and guide members as they carry out projects and develop leadership skills.
For Schenectady County residents, grades 7-12.
It’s our 2nd annual FrankenHeroes program! Discover your inner Dr. Frankenstein by swapping parts from different toys to make your own creations. Snacks will be served.
For youth grades 6 – 12. Registration required.
It’s our 2nd annual FrankenHeroes program! Discover your inner Dr. Frankenstein by swapping parts from different toys to make your own creations. Snacks will be served.
For youth grades 6 – 12. Registration required.
TeenTober is here! TeenTober is a nationwide celebration hosted by public libraries every October and aims to celebrate teens, promote year-round teen services and the innovative ways teen services helps teens learn new skills, and fuel their passions in and outside the library. TeenTober is sponsored by the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) which is part of the American Librarian Association (ALA).
Today we’ll have a ton of supplies to make a couple of different crafts. For teens and tweens ages 11-17. Registration required.
TeenTober is here! TeenTober is a nationwide celebration hosted by public libraries every October and aims to celebrate teens, promote year-round teen services and the innovative ways teen services helps teens learn new skills, and fuel their passions in and outside the library. TeenTober is sponsored by the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) which is part of the American Librarian Association (ALA).
Today we’ll have a ton of supplies to make a couple of different crafts. For teens and tweens ages 11-17. Registration required.
Stories & learning for families with children ages birth to 5 years old.
Stories & learning for families with children ages birth to 5 years old.
Peggy teaches the basics of knitting and crocheting including the hook and needles, yarns, stitches and tension. All materials are provided. For all ages, skill level and abilities.
Peggy teaches the basics of knitting and crocheting including the hook and needles, yarns, stitches and tension. All materials are provided. For all ages, skill level and abilities.
Don't plan on egging houses this Halloween, use them in the Great Egg Drop Challenge. Newton’s first law of motion, inertia, will be explored. For ages 7-11.
Don't plan on egging houses this Halloween, use them in the Great Egg Drop Challenge. Newton’s first law of motion, inertia, will be explored. For ages 7-11.
Meet therapy dog Daisy who would love to listen to you read a story. At 3:30 pm, Daisy's mom will share a story with the group. For children in grades K-5 with an adult. Younger children are invited to attend the story time.
Meet therapy dog Daisy who would love to listen to you read a story. At 3:30 pm, Daisy's mom will share a story with the group. For children in grades K-5 with an adult. Younger children are invited to attend the story time.
Bring your baby and bounce along to songs, rhymes, and stories! Learn about early literacy resources and connect with other caregivers.
For babies 0-12 months and their caregivers. Registration required.
Bring your baby and bounce along to songs, rhymes, and stories! Learn about early literacy resources and connect with other caregivers.
For babies 0-12 months and their caregivers. Registration required.
Learning English as a second language opens many doors for people and provides them with a variety of options they might not otherwise have. This course is designed for adult learners and helps individuals become more proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English. Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220.
Learning English as a second language opens many doors for people and provides them with a variety of options they might not otherwise have. This course is designed for adult learners and helps individuals become more proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English. Offered for free through the Washington Irving Education Center for ages 21+.
Call Washington Irving to register 518-370-8220.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Schenectady County historian, Bill Buell, will be available at Central Library from 10:00am-12:30pm to meet with anyone looking for help with local history research.
Join us for a story time the whole family can enjoy! While the books, songs, and rhymes will be for 1 and 2 year olds, siblings are welcome.
For 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers.
Join us for a story time the whole family can enjoy! While the books, songs, and rhymes will be for 1 and 2 year olds, siblings are welcome.
For 1 and 2 year olds and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Come check out our early literacy stations in the programming room, including a story time! We will have books previously selected for check out and a craft station every week! Activities and play stations will be different each week.
For 0-5 children and their caregivers.
Join us for a discussion of The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Dugoni.
Sam Hill always saw the world through different eyes. Born with red pupils, he was called “Devil Boy” or Sam “Hell” by his classmates; “God’s will” is what his mother called his ocular albinism. Her words were of little comfort, but Sam persevered, buoyed by his mother’s devout faith, his father’s practical wisdom, and his two other misfit friends.
Sam believed it was God who sent Ernie Cantwell, the only African American kid in his class, to be the friend he so desperately needed. And that it was God’s idea for Mickie Kennedy to storm into Our Lady of Mercy like a tornado, uprooting every rule Sam had been taught about boys and girls.
Forty years later, Sam, a small-town eye doctor, is no longer certain anything was by design—especially not the tragedy that caused him to turn his back on his friends, his hometown, and the life he’d always known. Running from the pain, eyes closed, served little purpose. Now, as he looks back on his life, Sam embarks on a journey that will take him halfway around the world. This time, his eyes are wide open—bringing into clear view what changed him, defined him, and made him so afraid, until he can finally see what truly matters.
New book club members are always welcome. Request a copy of the books online or at any SCPL location.
Join us for a discussion of The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Dugoni.
Sam Hill always saw the world through different eyes. Born with red pupils, he was called “Devil Boy” or Sam “Hell” by his classmates; “God’s will” is what his mother called his ocular albinism. Her words were of little comfort, but Sam persevered, buoyed by his mother’s devout faith, his father’s practical wisdom, and his two other misfit friends.
Sam believed it was God who sent Ernie Cantwell, the only African American kid in his class, to be the friend he so desperately needed. And that it was God’s idea for Mickie Kennedy to storm into Our Lady of Mercy like a tornado, uprooting every rule Sam had been taught about boys and girls.
Forty years later, Sam, a small-town eye doctor, is no longer certain anything was by design—especially not the tragedy that caused him to turn his back on his friends, his hometown, and the life he’d always know