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Job Skills Series! Landing the Job: What Employers Really Look For

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Normanskill Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Finances / Retirement, Instruction, Lecture
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

What do employers value most in job candidates? From resumes to interviews, let’s talk about the skills and behaviors that make a strong impression.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Normanskill Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Finances / Retirement, Instruction, Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

What do employers value most in job candidates? From resumes to interviews, let’s talk about the skills and behaviors that make a strong impression.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

The American Invasion of Canada in 1775-1776 and Philip Schuyler's Role

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
History, Lecture, Local History / Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The talk will discuss the American invasion of Canada that lasted from August of 1775 until June of 1776.  The program will also discuss the Canadian invasion of upstate New York that was planned during the summer of 1776 and actually o

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:

The talk will discuss the American invasion of Canada that lasted from August of 1775 until June of 1776.  The program will also discuss the Canadian invasion of upstate New York that was planned during the summer of 1776 and actually o

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Job Skills Series! Interviewing 101

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Finances / Retirement, Instruction, Lecture
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Come learn tips for interview success! From preparation to execution and follow-up, learn how to put your best foot forward and make the right impression.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Finances / Retirement, Instruction, Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn tips for interview success! From preparation to execution and follow-up, learn how to put your best foot forward and make the right impression.

This event is in the "Teens: Gr. 7-12" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Keys to Car Buying

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Normanskill Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Finances / Retirement, Instruction, Lecture
Age Group:
Teens: Gr. 7-12, Adults, Seniors

If you plan to buy a car, get set for what to expect! Whether you’re a first-timer or could use a refresher, let’s review steps for success – with less stress. Find out how to make an informed purchase as you: 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Normanskill Room
Age Group: Teens: Gr. 7-12, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Finances / Retirement, Instruction, Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you plan to buy a car, get set for what to expect! Whether you’re a first-timer or could use a refresher, let’s review steps for success – with less stress. Find out how to make an informed purchase as you: 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

The Underground Railroad Revisited: a New Interpretation of an Old Story

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture, Local History / Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Underground Railroad, often remembered as being characterized by tunnels, dark of night escapes, coded language and hidey-holes, was far more extensive and complex than these ideas have led us to believe.

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

The Underground Railroad, often remembered as being characterized by tunnels, dark of night escapes, coded language and hidey-holes, was far more extensive and complex than these ideas have led us to believe.

President's Day

All Day
Guilderland Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Guilderland Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

1775-1776... the Political War in Albany and Tryon Counties

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
History, Lecture, Local History / Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Although open warfare began in New England on April 19, 1775, such warfare will not occur in the northern parts of the New York Colony for more than two years.

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:

Although open warfare began in New England on April 19, 1775, such warfare will not occur in the northern parts of the New York Colony for more than two years.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Creating the Empire State

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library
Program Type:
History, Lecture
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Erie Canal transformed New York State. This presentation provides a general overview of the Erie Canal, its history, construction, the politics, and economic atmosphere that surrounded it.

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

The Erie Canal transformed New York State. This presentation provides a general overview of the Erie Canal, its history, construction, the politics, and economic atmosphere that surrounded it.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

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.

Memorial Day Weekend

All Day 5/23 - 5/25
Guilderland Public Library
Closing
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Guilderland Public Library

Staff Development Day

All Day
Guilderland Public Library
Closing
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Guilderland Public Library

Juneteenth

All Day
Guilderland Public Library
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Independence Day

All Day
Guilderland Public Library
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Guilderland Public Library

Labor Day Weekend

All Day 9/5 - 9/7
Guilderland Public Library
Closing
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Guilderland Public Library

Veterans Day

All Day
Guilderland Public Library
Closing
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Guilderland Public Library

Thanksgiving Eve- Close @ 2pm

11/25/2026 @ 2:00pm to 11/26/2026 @ 12:00am
Guilderland Public Library
Closing
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Guilderland Public Library

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
Guilderland Public Library
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Guilderland Public Library

Christmas Eve

All Day
Guilderland Public Library
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Guilderland Public Library

Christmas Day

All Day
Guilderland Public Library
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New Year's Eve- Close @ 2pm

12/31/2026 @ 2:00pm to 01/01/2027 @ 12:00am
Guilderland Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Guilderland Public Library