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Photo of author Katherine Applegate smiling alongside the cover of her book 'Odder'

Living the Otter Life with Katherine Applegate (3rd-6th Grade - Virtual Event)

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room at Guilderland Public Library

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Author Talk

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Elementary School Aged, Grades 3-5

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Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Virtual Room

Age Group: Elementary School Aged, Grades 3-5

Program Type: Author Talk

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Join us as award-winning author and summer reading champion Katherine Applegate talks to viewers about her enthusiastically heartwarming novel in verse, Odder.

Foto del autor Raúl the Third junto a la portada de su libro '¡Vamos!'

Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third (Preescolar a 2.º grado - Evento Virtual)

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room at Guilderland Public Library

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Author Talk

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Early Childhood, Pre-School: 3-5 yrs, Grades K-2

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Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Virtual Room

Age Group: Early Childhood, Pre-School: 3-5 yrs, Grades K-2

Program Type: Author Talk

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Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro ¡Vamos! ¡A leer! Conoce a Lobito y sus amigos mientras exploran el Festival del Libro Love de su biblioteca.

Photo of author Raul the Third smiling alongside the cover of his book 'Vamos!'

Drawing Your World with Raúl The Third (PK-2nd Grade - Virtual Event)

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room at Guilderland Public Library

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Author Talk

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Pre-School: 3-5 yrs

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Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Virtual Room

Age Group: Pre-School: 3-5 yrs

Program Type: Author Talk

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Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!. Meet Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library's Libro Love Book Festival!

Realm Explorers Book Club Meeting Children of Time Saturday July 12 at 11 AM

Realm Explorers Book Club: Children of Time

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Westbrook Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library

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Book Discussion Group

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Adults

Open

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Westbrook Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

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.

Photo of author Marie Lu smiling alongside the cover of her book 'Legend'

Discerning the Truth with Marie Lu (9th-12th Grade - Virtual Event)

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room at Guilderland Public Library

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Author Talk

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High School: Gr. 9-12

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Room: Virtual Room

Age Group: High School: Gr. 9-12

Program Type: Author Talk

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Explore the intricate world of Legend with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and reveal hidden secrets.

Photo of author Rex Ogle smiling alongside the cover of his book 'Free Lunch'

Illuminating Hope and Grace in the Face of Hardship with Rex Ogle (5th-8th Grade - Virtual Event)

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room at Guilderland Public Library

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Author Talk

Age Group:

Middle School: Gr. 6-8, Tweens: Gr. 4-8

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Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Virtual Room

Age Group: Middle School: Gr. 6-8, Tweens: Gr. 4-8

Program Type: Author Talk

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You’re invited to join us online with award-winning author Rex Ogle as he talks to viewers about his struggles to navigate sixth grade as written about in his book Free Lunch.

Photo of author Pria Anad smiling alongside the cover of her book 'The Mind Electric'

On the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains with Pria Anand (Virtual Event)

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room at Guilderland Public Library

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Author Talk

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Adults, Seniors

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Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Virtual Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Author Talk

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You’re invited to a fascinating conversation with neurologist and author Pria Anand to chat about her new book The Mind Electric: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains (forthcoming June

Photo of biologist Jay Falk smiling alongside the cover for the book 'the bird book'

The Stories, Science, and History of Birds with Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk (Virtual Event)

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room at Guilderland Public Library

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Author Talk

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

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Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Virtual Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Author Talk

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Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide, The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds.

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All Day	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Dungeon Master's D&D Kit All Day 12/1–12/9 Adults, Seniors, All Ages Take Home Kit, Trivia / Games Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" 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, 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 "Adults" group Mini Snowman Pots Adult Take & Make Kit 12/12/2024 @ 9:30am–12/15/2024 @ 5:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts, Passive Program (Adult), Take Home Kit This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Passive Program (Adult), Take Home Kit Event Details: Who said a snowman has to melt? Create a forever snowman with this craft! Each kit includes:
	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Fright Club - A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens 12/01/2024 @ 9:30am–12/08/2024 @ 12:00am Adults, Seniors Book Discussion Group Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" 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, 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?
10 am			This event is in the "Adults" group Drop-In Knit & Stitch 10:00am–11:30am Adults GPL Knitting Group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group Drop-In Knit & Stitch 10:00am–11:30am Adults GPL Knitting Group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Early Childhood" 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, Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos., Pre-School: 3-5 yrs Storytime / Early Literacy This event is in the "Early Childhood" 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, 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" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Game Time 10:00am–11:30am Adults, Seniors Instruction, Outreach, Trivia / Games Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" 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, Seniors Program Type: Instruction, Outreach, Trivia / Games 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" 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: Mini Music Makers! 10:30am–11:30am Early Childhood, 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" 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, 2.5 yrs + up, Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos., Pre-School: 3-5 yrs Program Type: Storytime / Early Literacy Event Details: The Sky Friends are very excited for you to join us for our fun Mini Music Makers sessions!	This event is in the "Early Childhood" 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, Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos. Playtime, Storytime / Early Literacy This event is in the "Early Childhood" 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, 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 "Seniors" group Seniors Connect!: Let's Talk 11:00am–1:00pm 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: Tawasentha 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.
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1 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Silent Book Club 1:30pm–3:00pm Adults Book Discussion Group Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Fireplace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Group Registration Required Event Details: Sometimes you have to give yourself permission to read... Sit by the fireplace					This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group This event is in the "Tweens: Gr. 4-8" group Period Party! 1:00pm–3:00pm Tweens & Teens, Tweens: Gr. 4-8 Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Instruction Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group This event is in the "Tweens: Gr. 4-8" 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: Tweens & Teens, Tweens: Gr. 4-8 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Instruction Registration Required Event Details: There's a Period Party at the library and you're invited!
2 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group On Pulse-Pounding, Family Driven Mysteries: A Conversation with Laura Dave 2:00pm–3:15pm Adults, Seniors Author Talk Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" 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, Seniors Program Type: Author Talk Event Details: Join us for a captivating conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told Me, Laura Dave, as she chats with us online about her newest book The Night We Lost Him.&nbsp
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5 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Drop-in Genealogy Assistance with Lisa Dougherty 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults, Seniors Local History / Genealogy This event is in the "Adults" 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: Tawasentha Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Local History / Genealogy 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
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Capital District Knitting Guild 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults GPL Knitting Group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Westbrook Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: GPL Knitting Group Event Details: Are you looking for new ideas and designs for your knitting or crochet project? Stumped by a difficult pattern or technique? Or perhaps you're just a brand-new "yarnie" who wants to learn? This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Night Owls Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Book Discussion Group Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Tawasentha Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Group Registration Required Event Details: Night Owls Book Club Reading the most talked-about fiction and nonfiction titles. Hybrid: choice of in-person or virtual. Led by Librarian Maura Powers-Smith. This month we're reading Poverty, by America by Matthew Desmond. You can pick up a copy of the book at the library's Information desk. Please be sure to provide an email address.	This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group This event is in the "High School: Gr. 9-12" group This event is in the "Middle School: Gr. 6-8" group TACOs Volunteer Meeting 6:00pm–7:00pm Tweens & Teens, High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8 Volunteer Opportunity Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group This event is in the "High School: Gr. 9-12" group This event is in the "Middle School: Gr. 6-8" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens, 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! This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled CANCELED: Virtual Session: Rising from the Payment Pause: How to Handle Your Student Loans Post COVID-19 6:15pm–7:15pm Families, Adults Finances / Retirement, Instruction Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Virtual Room Age Group: Families, Adults Program Type: Finances / Retirement, Instruction Registration Required Event Details: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. WE WILL RESCHEDULE IN WINTER 2025. This event is in the "High School: Gr. 9-12" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Rainbow Reads Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm High School: Gr. 9-12, Adults, Seniors Book Discussion Group Closed Registration Required This event is in the "High School: Gr. 9-12" group This event is in the "Adults" 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: Tawasentha Room Age Group: High School: Gr. 9-12, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Book Discussion Group Registration Required Event Details: Rainbow Reads is a new book club that will meet monthly on Tuesday evenings to discuss LGBTQIA+ authors and queer-focused literature.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Medicare 101: An In-Person Informational Session 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults, Seniors Finances / Retirement, Health & Wellness, Outreach Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" 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, Seniors Program Type: Finances / Retirement, Health & Wellness, Outreach Registration Required Event Details: We're partnering with New York StateWide Senior Action Council and Albany County Department for Aging's HIICAP Division (Health Insurance Information and Counseling Program) to offer you unbiased information about Medicare (including P	This event is in the "Adults" group Winter Wreaths 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" 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 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Get your home holiday ready with this bubble wire mesh wreath! Class includes all supplies and instruction to make your own wreath. Different colors and accent pieces will be available to chose from. Class is lead by Tara Connors of Bash Parties.

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