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Storytime @ GPL logo. Brown bear with round yellow glasses reading a book to two white bunnies, a racoon, and a hedgehog.

Littles Lounge & Storytime

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime, Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos.

A very quiet and relaxed storytime for little ones up to two years.

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos.
Program Type: Playtime, Storytime / Early Literacy
Event Details:

A very quiet and relaxed storytime for little ones up to two years.

Guilderland Historical Society Meeting

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Local History / Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

TBD

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Local History / Genealogy
Event Details:

TBD

Paws 2 Read Image of Skylar

Paws 2 Read with Skylar

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Reference Desk at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary School Aged

Come to the library and practice reading skills with a gentle, furry friend. A certified therapy dog will listen calmly, creating a safe space for children to practice reading skills without fear or judgment.

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Reference Desk
Age Group: Elementary School Aged
Program Type: Storytime / Early Literacy
Event Details:

Come to the library and practice reading skills with a gentle, furry friend. A certified therapy dog will listen calmly, creating a safe space for children to practice reading skills without fear or judgment.

Drop In Game Night! Board Games, Video Games, Snacks and Fun! Grades 6-12 Thursday March 19th 4:30 to 7 pm

Drop-In Video Games and Board Games

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Trivia / Games
Age Group:
High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8

Drop by anytime between 4:30pm-7pm to play video games on our Nintendo Switch consoles

Challenge friends new and old to rounds of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart 8 and Just Dance or play one of our featured board games!

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8
Program Type: Trivia / Games
Event Details:

Drop by anytime between 4:30pm-7pm to play video games on our Nintendo Switch consoles

Challenge friends new and old to rounds of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart 8 and Just Dance or play one of our featured board games!

Board Meeting

Regular Monthly Business Meeting

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tawasentha Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Board Meeting:

The Guilderland Public Library Board of Trustees will conduct an in-person monthly business meeting, streamed live on our YouTube channel. Public commentary may be submitted to: pc...

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Tawasentha Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Board Meeting

Board Meeting

The Guilderland Public Library Board of Trustees will conduct an in-person monthly business meeting, streamed live on our YouTube channel. Public commentary may be submitted to: pc@guilderlandlibrary.org.

Normanskill Strummers Ukulele Group

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Normanskill Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Normanskill Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Figures dancing with musical notes

Music and Movement

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Music and movement is a high energy program that incorporates movement, songs, and dancing.

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime / Early Literacy
Event Details:

Music and movement is a high energy program that incorporates movement, songs, and dancing.

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Apple Device Help

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Study Room Westmere at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Instruction, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Apple Device Help

Volunteer Computer Coach Robin is here to help with your Apple devices!

Learn how to use anything from an Apple Watch to an iPhone to a Macbook!
Register for half-hour session

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Study Room Westmere
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Instruction, Technology Instruction
Registration Required
Event Details:

Apple Device Help

Volunteer Computer Coach Robin is here to help with your Apple devices!

Learn how to use anything from an Apple Watch to an iPhone to a Macbook!
Register for half-hour session

Apple Tech Help blue and yellow background macbook iphone apple watch devices register for session

Apple Device Help

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Study Room Westmere at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Instruction, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Apple Tech Help

Apple Device Help

Volunteer Computer Coach Robin is here to help with your Apple devices!

Learn how to use anything from an Apple Watch to an iPhone to a Macbook!
Register for half-hour session

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Study Room Westmere
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Instruction, Technology Instruction
Registration Required
Event Details:

Apple Tech Help

Apple Device Help

Volunteer Computer Coach Robin is here to help with your Apple devices!

Learn how to use anything from an Apple Watch to an iPhone to a Macbook!
Register for half-hour session

Apple Tech Help blue and yellow background macbook iphone apple watch devices register for session

Apple Device Help

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Study Room Westmere at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Instruction, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Apple Tech Help

Apple Device Help

Volunteer Computer Coach Robin is here to help with your Apple devices!

Learn how to use anything from an Apple Watch to an iPhone to a Macbook!
Register for half-hour session

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Study Room Westmere
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Instruction, Technology Instruction
Registration Required
Event Details:

Apple Tech Help

Apple Device Help

Volunteer Computer Coach Robin is here to help with your Apple devices!

Learn how to use anything from an Apple Watch to an iPhone to a Macbook!
Register for half-hour session

Apple Tech Help blue and yellow background macbook iphone apple watch devices register for session

Apple Device Help

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Study Room Westmere at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Instruction, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Apple Tech Help

Apple Device Help

Volunteer Computer Coach Robin is here to help with your Apple devices!

Learn how to use anything from an Apple Watch to an iPhone to a Macbook!
Register for half-hour session

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Study Room Westmere
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Instruction, Technology Instruction
Registration Required
Event Details:

Apple Tech Help

Apple Device Help

Volunteer Computer Coach Robin is here to help with your Apple devices!

Learn how to use anything from an Apple Watch to an iPhone to a Macbook!
Register for half-hour session

Paws 2 Read Image of Oatmeal dog

Paws 2 Read with Oatmeal

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Reference Desk at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary School Aged

Come to the library and practice reading skills with a gentle, furry friend. A certified therapy dog will listen calmly, creating a safe space for children to practice reading skills without fear or judgment.

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Reference Desk
Age Group: Elementary School Aged
Program Type: Storytime / Early Literacy
Event Details:

Come to the library and practice reading skills with a gentle, furry friend. A certified therapy dog will listen calmly, creating a safe space for children to practice reading skills without fear or judgment.

3.21 Battles

The Battle of Normanskill and the Battle of the Flockey - Keeping the Loyalists of Old Albany County Off Balance During Burgoyne's Invasion

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
History, Lecture, Local History / Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

It was the summer of 1777 and the British were coming from three directions, hungry to subdue Albany. The Loyalists of Old Albany County were rising up to clear the way for the Redcoats.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History, Lecture, Local History / Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

It was the summer of 1777 and the British were coming from three directions, hungry to subdue Albany. The Loyalists of Old Albany County were rising up to clear the way for the Redcoats.

My First Book Club

Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion Group
Age Group:
Grades K-2, Families

Join us for My First Book Club, a group perfect for first-time book club goers! It's a fun opportunity for children to read a beginner chapter book and talk about it at home and in our group.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-2, Families
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for My First Book Club, a group perfect for first-time book club goers! It's a fun opportunity for children to read a beginner chapter book and talk about it at home and in our group.

Songs of Sisterhood

Sunday Concert: Songs of Sisterhood

Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Concert
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Celebrating Women's History Month Song of Sisterhood play a variety of genres and songs written by women who were influential in music and social issues in the 20th century.  

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Concert
Event Details:

Celebrating Women's History Month Song of Sisterhood play a variety of genres and songs written by women who were influential in music and social issues in the 20th century.  

AARP Tax Aide

VITA Tax-Aide Preparation

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
AARP TaxAide
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: AARP TaxAide
Signing Storytime

Signing Storytime

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime, Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood, 2.5 yrs + up, Pre-School: 3-5 yrs

Hi! I'm Miss Allison and I'm excited to sign with you! Join me for a fun storytime where we will read books and learn some basic ASL signs to go along with the story. 

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, 2.5 yrs + up, Pre-School: 3-5 yrs
Program Type: Playtime, Storytime / Early Literacy
Event Details:

Hi! I'm Miss Allison and I'm excited to sign with you! Join me for a fun storytime where we will read books and learn some basic ASL signs to go along with the story. 

Anime Club to be held March 23rd from 5-7 pm Snacks Provided! For grades 6 through 12.

Teen Anime Club

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Trivia / Games
Age Group:
High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8

Welcome to Anime Club!

Talk all things anime and try out a new series! Snacks provided! Registration encouraged so we have enough snacks but not required!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8
Program Type: Trivia / Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Anime Club!

Talk all things anime and try out a new series! Snacks provided! Registration encouraged so we have enough snacks but not required!

Drop-In Knit & Stitch

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Tawasentha Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
GPL Knitting Group
Age Group:
Adults

All are welcome to attend Drop-In Knit and Stitch on a weekly basis. 

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Tawasentha Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: GPL Knitting Group
Event Details:

All are welcome to attend Drop-In Knit and Stitch on a weekly basis. 

Storytime @ GPL logo. Brown bear with round yellow glasses reading a book to two white bunnies, a racoon, and a hedgehog.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos., Pre-School: 3-5 yrs

Come on over to the library for Family Storytime! We'll read books, dance to silly songs, and have lots of fun!

For all kids ages Birth - 5 years old, with a caregiver.

No registration needed.

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos., Pre-School: 3-5 yrs
Program Type: Storytime / Early Literacy
Event Details:

Come on over to the library for Family Storytime! We'll read books, dance to silly songs, and have lots of fun!

For all kids ages Birth - 5 years old, with a caregiver.

No registration needed.

Gentle Strength: Tai Chi for Mind & Body

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Tai Chi (太极) is an ancient Chinese martial art known as "meditation in motion." Originally developed for self-defense, Tai Chi is now practiced worldwide for its health benefits, promoting balance, flexibility, and mindfulne

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Instruction
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tai Chi (太极) is an ancient Chinese martial art known as "meditation in motion." Originally developed for self-defense, Tai Chi is now practiced worldwide for its health benefits, promoting balance, flexibility, and mindfulne

Storytime @ GPL logo. Brown bear with round yellow glasses reading a book to two white bunnies, a racoon, and a hedgehog.

Afternoon Family Storytime

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos., Pre-School: 3-5 yrs

Come on over to the library for Afternoon Family Storytime - a repeat of our morning storytime! We'll read books, dance to silly songs, and have lots of fun!

For all kids ages Birth - 5 years old, with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos., Pre-School: 3-5 yrs
Program Type: Storytime / Early Literacy
Event Details:

Come on over to the library for Afternoon Family Storytime - a repeat of our morning storytime! We'll read books, dance to silly songs, and have lots of fun!

For all kids ages Birth - 5 years old, with a caregiver.

Photo of authors Shoshana Walter and Barbara Kingsolver smiling in front of the cover of Walter's book 'Rehab'

America’s Failed Response to the Opioid Crisis with Author Shoshana Walter (Virtual Event)

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Virtual Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Author Talk
Event Details:

Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal.

Images of tie dyed bandanas, socks, and shirts. Sixth Grade Tie Dye Palooza

Celebrate a Grade: 6th Grade Tie Dye

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Middle School: Gr. 6-8

A special event for 🎉6th Grade Celebrate-A-Grade Month! 🎉

Come enjoy some time tie dying at the library!

This event is exclusively for 6th Graders. There will be other months coming soon dedicated to other grade levels.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Middle School: Gr. 6-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A special event for 🎉6th Grade Celebrate-A-Grade Month! 🎉

Come enjoy some time tie dying at the library!

This event is exclusively for 6th Graders. There will be other months coming soon dedicated to other grade levels.