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Family Storytime

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood (0-5), 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 (0-5), 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.

GCSD High School Art Exhibit Install

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library
Rooms reserved by community groups are not sponsored events of the Guilderland Public Library
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
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, April 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood (0-5), 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 (0-5), 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.

Social Security Made Easy

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Normanskill Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Finances / Retirement, Instruction
Age Group:
Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Objective:

Provide individuals between the ages of 55 and 70 with a thorough overview of critical factors to assess before claiming Social Security benefits, empowering them to make informed and strategic decisions

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Normanskill Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Finances / Retirement, Instruction
Registration Required
Event Details:
Program Objective:

Provide individuals between the ages of 55 and 70 with a thorough overview of critical factors to assess before claiming Social Security benefits, empowering them to make informed and strategic decisions

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

Sky Friends Storytime

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood (0-5), Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos., Pre-School: 3-5 yrs

Come along on a musical trip to sing, dance, and read with our Sky Friends! Sunny, Luna, Ray & Puff can’t wait for you to join them for a fun-filled storytime your whole family will enjoy! 

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood (0-5), Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos., Pre-School: 3-5 yrs
Program Type: Storytime / Early Literacy
Event Details:

Come along on a musical trip to sing, dance, and read with our Sky Friends! Sunny, Luna, Ray & Puff can’t wait for you to join them for a fun-filled storytime your whole family will enjoy! 

Seniors Connect: Let's Talk

Seniors Connect!: Take Action

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Normanskill Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Seniors

Join our vibrant senior social group! Engage in lively conversations, be a part of our community, and make new friends.

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Normanskill Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join our vibrant senior social group! Engage in lively conversations, be a part of our community, and make new friends.

Authentic Relating Game Night

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Same as in the past--community enhancement through relational games

Rooms reserved by community groups are not sponsored events of the Guilderland Public Library
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Same as in the past--community enhancement through relational games

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Avoiding Health & Wellness Scams

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Normanskill Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Finances / Retirement, Instruction, Technology Instruction
Age Group:
Adults (18+), Seniors

Avoiding Health & Wellness Scams: As we head into Spring the health and wellness industry ramps up its efforts to catch people’s attention to the latest trends.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Normanskill Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Finances / Retirement, Instruction, Technology Instruction
Registration Required
Event Details:

Avoiding Health & Wellness Scams: As we head into Spring the health and wellness industry ramps up its efforts to catch people’s attention to the latest trends.

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Littles Lounge & Storytime

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime, Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood (0-5), 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 (0-5), 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.

GCSD High School Art Exhibit Install

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library
Rooms reserved by community groups are not sponsored events of the Guilderland Public Library
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
Journaling Club

Journaling Club

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Normanskill Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion Group, Writing / Poetry
Age Group:
Adults (18+)

"A journaling club is a different kind of gathering. A way to bypass small talk, skip straight into the good stuff, and create space for both creative solitude and community. A gathering that's equal parts tender and mischievous.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Normanskill Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Discussion Group, Writing / Poetry
Registration Required
Event Details:

"A journaling club is a different kind of gathering. A way to bypass small talk, skip straight into the good stuff, and create space for both creative solitude and community. A gathering that's equal parts tender and mischievous.

Photo of author Jason Reynolds smiling in front of the cover of his book 'Coach'

On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience with Jason Reynolds (Virtual Event)

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk
Age Group:
Children (6-11), Teen (12-17)

Join us in conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Virtual Room
Age Group: Children (6-11), Teen (12-17)
Program Type: Author Talk
Event Details:

Join us in conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series.

Megaphone with the words "Celebrate a Grade" on it. Surrouned by pom poms.

ALL MONTH Celebrate a Grade! 8th Grade Packet

All Day
Children's Reference Desk at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Passive Program (Youth)
Age Group:
Teen (12-17)

Are you in 8th Grade? Stop by the Children's Library any time during the month of May to collect a fun packet and have your picture taken for the library monitors!

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Reference Desk
Age Group: Teen (12-17)
Program Type: Passive Program (Youth)
Event Details:

Are you in 8th Grade? Stop by the Children's Library any time during the month of May to collect a fun packet and have your picture taken for the library monitors!

colorful image of children playing promoting learn along play program no registration required

Learn Along Play

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime, Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood (0-5)

Littles and caregivers can join us for an open playtime with our toys and fine motor activities!

Ages 0-5.

Registration not required.

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood (0-5)
Program Type: Playtime, Storytime / Early Literacy
Event Details:

Littles and caregivers can join us for an open playtime with our toys and fine motor activities!

Ages 0-5.

Registration not required.

Paws 2 Read Image of Chewbacca & Bruno Mars dogs

Paws 2 Read with Chewbacca & Bruno Mars

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Reference Desk at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children (6-11)

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: Children (6-11)
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.

Origami Club is May 2nd fom 1-2 pm making Swans, Transforming Ninja Stars, Pac Man

Origami Club

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Families

Join Guilderland High School student Thomas Zhong for Origami Club. Every month Thomas will guide you through the process of folding something incredible out of paper!

 

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join Guilderland High School student Thomas Zhong for Origami Club. Every month Thomas will guide you through the process of folding something incredible out of paper!

 

Asian Arts New York logo

Sunday Concert: Asian Arts New York

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Concert

Asian Arts New York presents five musicians and two dancers in a concert celebrating Asian Culture.

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
Program Type: Concert
Event Details:

Asian Arts New York presents five musicians and two dancers in a concert celebrating Asian Culture.

Girl Scout Troop 5027 Meeting

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Normanskill Room at Guilderland Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Girl Scout meeting

Rooms reserved by community groups are not sponsored events of the Guilderland Public Library
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Normanskill Room
Purpose of Meeting

Girl Scout meeting

Storybook Snacks

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking / Nutrition, Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood (0-5), Pre-School: 3-5 yrs, Families

Join us for this hands-on session where little ones will learn simple food prep while having fun making a healthy snack. This program will teach motor skills, nutrition tips, and literacy by connecting to the story.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood (0-5), Pre-School: 3-5 yrs, Families
Program Type: Cooking / Nutrition, Storytime / Early Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this hands-on session where little ones will learn simple food prep while having fun making a healthy snack. This program will teach motor skills, nutrition tips, and literacy by connecting to the story.

Writing Group

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Normanskill Room at Guilderland Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Writing

Rooms reserved by community groups are not sponsored events of the Guilderland Public Library
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Normanskill Room
Purpose of Meeting

Writing

Drop-In Knit & Stitch

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Tawasentha Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
GPL Knitting Group
Age Group:
Adults (18+)

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 (18+)
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, May 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood (0-5), 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 (0-5), 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.

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, May 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Literacy
Age Group:
Early Childhood (0-5), 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 (0-5), 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.

Board Committee

Long Range Plan Committee Meeting

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Tawasentha Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Board Committee
Age Group:
Adults (18+), Seniors

Library board committee meeting

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Tawasentha Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Board Committee
Event Details:

Library board committee meeting