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Photo of author Kate Quinn smiling alongside the cover of her book 'The Astral Library'

Book Portals and Journeys of Literary Magic with Kate Quinn (Virtual Event)

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room at Guilderland Public Library

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Author Talk

Age Group:

Adults (18+), Seniors

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Room: Virtual Room

Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors

Program Type: Author Talk

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You’re invited to join us for a virtual conversation with acclaimed author Kate Quinn about her latest fantastical work, The Astral Library, which poses the question: Have you ever wished you could live ins

Realm Explorers Book Club: The Martian

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Normanskill Room at Guilderland Public Library

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Book Discussion Group

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

Open

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Normanskill Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Book Discussion Group

Registration Required

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

Silent Book Club

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Fireplace at Guilderland Public Library

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Book Discussion Group

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Adults (18+)

Open

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Fireplace

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Book Discussion Group

Registration Required

Event Details:

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

Sit by the fireplace

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

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Author Talk

Age Group:

Adults (18+), Seniors

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Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Virtual Room

Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors

Program Type: Author Talk

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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.

Blackout Poetry: Make your own art from recycled materials. March 31st at 6 pm for Grades 6 through 12

Blackout Poetry Art

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8

Open

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Children's Program Room

Age Group: High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Learn how to create Blackout Poetry Artwork through recycled materials!

Create a piece for yourself or contribute to the Foundry Gallery for National Poetry Month in April!

Teen Advisory Community Outreach Group Meeting Tuesday April 6 at 6 PM for grades 6-12

April TACOs Volunteer Meeting

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Children's Program Room at Guilderland Public Library

Program Type:

Volunteer Opportunity

Age Group:

Teen (12-17), High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8

Open

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Children's Program Room

Age Group: Teen (12-17), High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8

Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity

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!

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Read It & Eat!

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:30pm

Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library

Program Type:

Book Discussion Group, Cooking / Nutrition

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

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Open

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Helderberg Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Book Discussion Group, Cooking / Nutrition

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join this month’s Read It and Eat! Cookbook Club! The featured cookbook for April is Found Recipes by Betty Crocker.

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:

Book Discussion Group

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

Open

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Normanskill Room

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Book Discussion Group

Registration Required

Event Details:

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

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

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Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Virtual Room

Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors

Program Type: Author Talk

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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

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All Day	This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Dungeon Master's D&D Kit All Day 11/1–11/8 Adults (18+), Seniors, All Ages Take Home Kit, Trivia / Games Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors, All Ages Program Type: Take Home Kit, Trivia / Games Registration Required Event Details: Have you ever wanted to start a Dungeons & Dragons campaign with friends, but no one is brave enough to be the Dungeon Master?
	This event is in the "Pre-School: 3-5 yrs" group This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group This event is in the "Grades K-2" group This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group This event is in the "Teen (12-17)" group This event is in the "High School: Gr. 9-12" group This event is in the "Middle School: Gr. 6-8" group This event is in the "Families" group Smokey Bear Reading Challenge All Day 11/1–11/30 Pre-School: 3-5 yrs, Children (6-11), Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Teen (12-17), High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8, Families Reading Challenge Offsite Event This event is in the "Pre-School: 3-5 yrs" group This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group This event is in the "Grades K-2" group This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group This event is in the "Teen (12-17)" group This event is in the "High School: Gr. 9-12" group This event is in the "Middle School: Gr. 6-8" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Pre-School: 3-5 yrs, Children (6-11), Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Teen (12-17), High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8, Families Program Type: Reading Challenge Event Details: 🥳 Celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th Birthday! 🥳 From November 1-30, join Smokey in learning about wildfires and the environment. Read books, take action, and have fun!
	This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Fright Club: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving 11/01/2024 @ 9:30am–11/08/2024 @ 12:00am Adults (18+), Seniors Book Discussion Group Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors Program Type: Book Discussion Group Registration Required Event Details: Welcome to another spine-tingling series of Fright Club! Fright Club is our passive adult Horror Fiction book club, perfect for those who love a good scare! How does it work?
		This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group DIY Wine Cork Pumpkin Adult Take & Make Kit 11/04/2024 @ 9:30am–11/08/2024 @ 6:00pm Adults (18+) Arts & Crafts, Passive Program (Adult), Take Home Kit Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Passive Program (Adult), Take Home Kit Registration Required Event Details: Create an adorable centerpiece for your dinner table! Each kit includes:
6 am			Voting - General Election 6:00am–9:00pm Special Event Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Program Type: Special Event
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9 am	This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Early Voting for General Election 9:00am–5:00pm Adults (18+) Other This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Other Event Details: Polls will be open from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. for early voting.					This event is in the "All Ages" group Craft Fair 9:30am–4:00pm All Ages Special Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Special Event
10 am			This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Drop-In Knit & Stitch 10:00am–11:30am Adults (18+) GPL Knitting Group This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Drop-In Knit & Stitch 10:00am–11:30am Adults (18+) GPL Knitting Group This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Early Childhood (0-5)" group This event is in the "2.5 yrs + up" group This event is in the "Babies: Birth-18 mos." group This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 mos." group This event is in the "Pre-School: 3-5 yrs" group Family Storytime 10:30am–11:15am Early Childhood (0-5), 2.5 yrs + up, Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos., Pre-School: 3-5 yrs Storytime / Early Literacy This event is in the "Early Childhood (0-5)" group This event is in the "2.5 yrs + up" group This event is in the "Babies: Birth-18 mos." group This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 mos." group This event is in the "Pre-School: 3-5 yrs" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Early Childhood (0-5), 2.5 yrs + up, 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.	This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Technology Help (Session 1) 10:00am–11:00am Adults (18+), Seniors Instruction, Outreach, Technology Instruction Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Study Room Westmere Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors Program Type: Instruction, Outreach, Technology Instruction Registration Required Event Details: Computer Basics and Navigational Assistance Available! Coach Donna can assist with This event is in the "Early Childhood (0-5)" group This event is in the "2.5 yrs + up" group This event is in the "Babies: Birth-18 mos." group This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 mos." group This event is in the "Pre-School: 3-5 yrs" group Sky Friends Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Early Childhood (0-5), 2.5 yrs + up, Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos., Pre-School: 3-5 yrs Storytime / Early Literacy This event is in the "Early Childhood (0-5)" group This event is in the "2.5 yrs + up" group This event is in the "Babies: Birth-18 mos." group This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 mos." group This event is in the "Pre-School: 3-5 yrs" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Early Childhood (0-5), 2.5 yrs + up, 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!	This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Game Time 10:00am–11:30am Adults (18+), Seniors Instruction, Outreach Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors Program Type: Instruction, Outreach Registration Required Event Details: We are partnering with Inclusible Games for "Game Time" This program is for adults of all ages and abilities to come together and play games- This event is in the "Early Childhood (0-5)" group This event is in the "Babies: Birth-18 mos." group This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 mos." group Littles Lounge & Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Early Childhood (0-5), Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos. Playtime, Storytime / Early Literacy This event is in the "Early Childhood (0-5)" group This event is in the "Babies: Birth-18 mos." group This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 mos." group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
11 am				This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Technology Help (Session 2) 11:00am–12:00pm Adults (18+), Seniors Instruction, Outreach, Technology Instruction Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Study Room Westmere Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors Program Type: Instruction, Outreach, Technology Instruction Registration Required Event Details: Computer Basics and Navigational Assistance Available! Coach Donna can assist with This event is in the "Seniors" group Seniors Connect! ( Formerly known as "Let's Talk: Coffee and Conversation for Seniors") 11:00am–12:30pm Seniors Other This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Westbrook Meeting 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.		This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group This event is in the "Teen (12-17)" group This event is in the "Families" group Drop-In Youth Chess 11:00am–12:00pm Children (6-11), Teen (12-17), Families Trivia / Games This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group This event is in the "Teen (12-17)" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children (6-11), Teen (12-17), Families Program Type: Trivia / Games Event Details: Drop in for a game of chess at the library! Challenge friends to a game of chess, or teach yourself to play using the self-directed instructions included with our chess boards.
12 pm	Test Series 12:00pm–1:00pm Other Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Tawasentha Room Program Type: Other
1 pm		This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Creative Writing Mondays 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults (18+), Seniors Other, Outreach, Writing / Poetry This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Study Room McKownville Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors Program Type: Other, Outreach, Writing / Poetry Event Details: Do you have a story you would like to tell, memoirs you would like to write? Maybe you want to try your hand at writing a short fiction piece. Whatever you fancy, join us for Creative Writing Mondays!
2 pm						This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Sobre la migración infantil desde Centroamérica--En conversación con Javier Zamora 2:00pm–3:15pm Adults (18+), Seniors Author Talk Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Virtual Room Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors Program Type: Author Talk Event Details: (Solamente en Español) - (Event ONLY in Spanish)
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4 pm				This event is in the "High School: Gr. 9-12" group This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Creativebug Live - Chicken Scratch Ornaments with Blair Stocker 4:00pm–5:00pm High School: Gr. 9-12, Adults (18+), Seniors Arts & Crafts Virtual Event This event is in the "High School: Gr. 9-12" group This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Virtual Room Age Group: High School: Gr. 9-12, Adults (18+), Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Chicken Scratch embroidery is a vintage needlework technique that uses combinations of basic embroidery stitches on gingham fabric to create intricate patterns that often resemble lace.	This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group This event is in the "Grades K-2" group This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group Glow in the Dark Play Zone 4:30pm–5:30pm Children (6-11), Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Arts & Crafts, Playtime, S.T.E.A.M. This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group This event is in the "Grades K-2" group This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children (6-11), Grades K-2, Grades 3-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Playtime, S.T.E.A.M. Event Details: Too dark to play outside? Let's bring playtime inside! Kids in grades K-5 can drop in anytime in the hour for some glow-in-the-dark fun!
5 pm					This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Library Board Governance Committee 5:30pm–6:30pm Adults (18+) Board Committee This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Tawasentha Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Board Committee Event Details: Board committee meeting.
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Choosing Gratitude 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults (18+), Seniors Health & Wellness, Instruction, Other Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Virtual Room Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors Program Type: Health & Wellness, Instruction, Other Registration Required Event Details: In a fast-paced world where challenges and stresses abound, savoring moments of appreciation can be transformative.			This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Cancelled Library Board Personnel Committee 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults (18+) Board Committee This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Tawasentha Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Board Committee Event Details: Board committee meeting.
7 pm					This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group A Navajo Investigator’s Search for the Unexplained: In Conversation with Stanley Milford, Jr. 7:00pm–8:15pm Adults (18+), Seniors Author Talk Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Virtual Room Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors Program Type: Author Talk Event Details: You are welcome to join us in conversation with Navajo Ranger, Stanley Milford, Jr. as he chats about the chilling and clear-eyed memoir of his investigations into bizarre cases of the paranormal and the unexplained in Navajoland.

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