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Realm Explorers Book Club Meeting The Once and Future Witches Saturday April 11 at 11 am

Realm Explorers Book Club: The Once and Future Witches

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Normanskill Room at Guilderland Public Library

Program Type:

Books & Writing, Discussion

Age Group:

Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Normanskill Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Books & Writing, Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Realm Explorers is a book club that meets monthly on Saturday mornings to discuss science fiction and fantasy novels.

Text Silent Book Club give yourself permission to read comfy chair with cat bookcases green trees and pink sky out window

Silent Book Club

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Fireplace at Guilderland Public Library

Program Type:

Books & Writing, Discussion, Passive Activity

Age Group:

Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Fireplace
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Books & Writing, Discussion, Passive Activity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sometimes you have to give yourself permission to read...

Sit by the fireplace 

Photo of author Brad Taylor alongside the cover of his book 'Shadow Strike'

On Writing Action-Packed and Suspenseful Spycraft with Brad Taylor (Virtual Event)

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room at Guilderland Public Library

Program Type:

Author Talk

Age Group:

Adults (18+), Seniors
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Virtual Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Author Talk
Event Details:

Join us in conversation with acclaimed author Brad Taylor on his latest work, Shadow Strike, book 20 (yes, you read that right!) of the bestselling Pike Logan series.&nbsp

Book Sale: Preview Night!

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library

Program Type:

Staff Planning

Age Group:

Early Childhood (0-5), Children (6-11), Teen (12-17), Families, Adults (18+), Seniors
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Childhood (0-5), Children (6-11), Teen (12-17), Families, Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Staff Planning
Event Details:

$10 admission plus cost of selected items. 25 Item limit

Adult Hardcover books: $4

Adult Paperbacks: $2 

All Childrens: $1

Puzzles & Games: $2

 

Book Sale

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library

Program Type:

Staff Planning

Age Group:

Early Childhood (0-5), Children (6-11), Teen (12-17), Families, Adults (18+), Seniors
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Childhood (0-5), Children (6-11), Teen (12-17), Families, Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Staff Planning
Event Details:

Adult Hardcover books: $4

Adult Paperbacks: $2 

All Childrens: $1

Puzzles & Games: $2

 

Book Sale: Bag Day!

Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library

Program Type:

Staff Planning

Age Group:

Early Childhood (0-5), Children (6-11), Teen (12-17), Families, Adults (18+), Seniors
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Childhood (0-5), Children (6-11), Teen (12-17), Families, Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Staff Planning
Event Details:

Fill a GPL tote for $10 (or pay by item for all sales under $10)

Adult Hardcover books: $4

Adult Paperbacks: $2 

Childrens: 

Puzzles & Games: $2

 

Photo of author Miranda Cowley Heller smiling alongside the cover of her book 'What the Deep Water Knows'

Lush Lyricism and Intimate Confessions with Miranda Cowley Heller (Virtual Event)

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Room at Guilderland Public Library

Program Type:

Author Talk

Age Group:

Adults (18+), Seniors
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Virtual Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Author Talk
Event Details:

Award-winning and bestselling author Miranda Cowley Heller takes us on an intimate journey through the life stages of a woman in her new poetry collection, What the Deep Water Knows.

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)
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.

Photo of author Marjan Kamali smiling alongside the cover of her book 'The Lion Women of Tehran'

On Courage, Turmoil, and the Transformative Power of Love with Marjan Kamali (Virtual Event)

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room at Guilderland Public Library

Program Type:

Books & Writing, Virtual

Age Group:

Adults (18+), Seniors
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Virtual Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Books & Writing, Virtual
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehr

A Master of Djinn by P. Djeli Clark

Realm Explorers Book Club: A Master of Djinn

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Normanskill Room at Guilderland Public Library

Program Type:

Books & Writing, Discussion

Age Group:

Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Normanskill Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Books & Writing, Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Realm Explorers is a book club that meets monthly on Saturday mornings to discuss science fiction and fantasy novels.

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May TACOs Volunteer Meeting

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teen (12-17)
Books & Writing, Discussion, Library & Career Resources
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teen (12-17)
Program Type: Books & Writing, Discussion, Library & Career Resources
Registration Required
Event Details:

Earn volunteer credit by participating in our Teen Advisory Community Outreach group! Give input on books, programs, and more.

Now open to grades 6-12!

 

A Governor at War: George Clinton and the Making of New York’s Revolutionary State

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults (18+), Seniors
Culture & History, Presentation/Performances
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Culture & History, Presentation/Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

This lecture explores the career of New York’s first governor, George Clinton, who guided a deeply divided and strategically critical state through invasion, occupation, and internal dissent from 1777 to 1795. 

Sky Friends Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Early Childhood (0-5), Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos., Pre-School: 3-5 yrs
Early Literacy
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: 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

11:00am–1:00pm
Seniors
Other
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.

AllWays Dance

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults (18+), Seniors
Health & Movement, Instruction
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Helderberg Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Health & Movement, Instruction
Registration Required
Event Details:

AllWays Dance is a 45-minute seated movement class designed for all abilities, all ages—all ways. Blending simple, repetitive dance patterns with gentle chair yoga, the program promotes memory, balance, coordination, and relaxation.

Drop-in Genealogy Assistance with Lisa Dougherty

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults (18+), Seniors
Culture & History
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Tawasentha Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Culture & History

Genealogy Assistance with Lisa Dougherty

Professional Genealogist Lisa Dougherty offers 1:1 family history consultations on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Library. This is a drop-in session; no need to make an appointment.
For more general information, visit Lisa's website: http://www.upstatenygenealogy.com

Littles Lounge & Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Early Childhood (0-5), Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos.
Playtime, Early Literacy
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, Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

Day Larks Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults (18+)
Book Discussion Group
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Normanskill Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

Paws 2 Read with Skylar

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children (6-11)
Early Literacy
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Reference Desk
Age Group: Children (6-11)
Program Type: 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.

Regular Monthly Business Meeting

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults (18+), Seniors
Board Committee/Meeting
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Tawasentha Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Board Committee/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.

Gs troop 5057

6:00pm–8:00pm
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

Troop meeting

Whodunit Mystery Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults (18+), Seniors
Books & Writing, Discussion
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Normanskill Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Books & Writing, Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to crack the case? Find out at the Whodunit Mystery Book Club! We will meet on the second Thursday of every month and read a variety of mystery books, from cozy to noir.

Adulting 101: Car Care 101

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults (18+)
Instruction, Life Skills
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Parking Lot - Staff
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Instruction, Life Skills
Event Details:

Join us for a casual and comfortable conversation about basic car care and how to feel a little more at ease when walking into a repair shop with your vehicle.  We will review Roadside Safety,  the importance of Routine Maintenance, and

Paws 2 Read with Oatmeal

11:00am–12:00pm
Children (6-11)
Early Literacy
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Reference Desk
Age Group: Children (6-11)
Program Type: 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.

Local History Room Open House

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults (18+), Seniors
Culture & History
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Guilderland Room
Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors
Program Type: Culture & History
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating Local History Month with an Open House in the Guilderland Room!

Upstate Pins presents Disney Pin Trading

1:30pm–4:30pm
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

Pin trading no sales. Facebook group meeting.

Utsab Drama Rehearsal

1:30pm–4:30pm
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

Utsab (utsab.org) is a not-for-profit cultural organization for American-Indian Bengali speaking community of Albany area. Utsab organizes a stage drama every year. This reservation is for one of the rehearsals.

My First Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Grades K-2, Families
Book Discussion 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.

Yoga for Littles (Ages 3-5)

10:30am–11:00am
Early Childhood (0-5), Pre-School: 3-5 yrs
Health & Movement, Early Literacy
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood (0-5), Pre-School: 3-5 yrs
Program Type: Health & Movement, Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us for a special story-based yoga class for littles aged 3-5, accompanied by their caregiver. 
Please bring either a yoga mat or a towel.

Baby & Me Yoga (Ages 6 weeks - Pre-crawlers)

11:15am–11:45am
Early Childhood (0-5), Pre-School: 3-5 yrs
Health & Movement, Early Literacy
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood (0-5), Pre-School: 3-5 yrs
Program Type: Health & Movement, Early Literacy
Event Details:

Baby & Me Yoga, for babies aged 6 weeks to pre-crawlers, along with their caregiver. 

For Caregivers:

Writing Group

12:00pm–3:00pm
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

Plot Twisters

6:00pm–7:30pm
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

Writers' critique group

Drop-In Knit & Stitch

10:00am–11:30am
Adults (18+)
GPL Knitting Group
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. 

Family Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Early Childhood (0-5)
Early Literacy, Presentation/Performances
Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood (0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy, Presentation/Performances
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.