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Realm Explorers Book Club Meeting Die Graphic Novel Saturday June 14 at 11 AM

Realm Explorers Book Club: Die (Graphic Novel)

Saturday, June 14, 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 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

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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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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

Program Type:

Book Discussion Group

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Westbrook Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

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 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

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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

Program Type:

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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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

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Adults, Seniors

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Room: Virtual Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

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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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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 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 Music and Movement 10:30am–11:00am Early Childhood Storytime / Early Literacy This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Literacy Event Details: Music and movement is a high energy program that incorporates movement, songs, and dancing.		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 Summer Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Early Childhood, Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos., Pre-School: 3-5 yrs Storytime / Early Literacy, Summer Reading 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 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, Summer Reading Event Details: Come on over to the library for Family Summer 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 "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 Toddler Process Art: Edible Finger Paint 10:30am–11:30am Early Childhood, Babies: Birth-18 mos., Toddlers: 18-36 mos., Pre-School: 3-5 yrs Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Upcoming Registration Required 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 Upcoming 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: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: What is Process Art?
11 am				This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group This event is in the "Grades K-2" group Summer Constellations with StarLab (Grades K-2) 11:00am–11:45am Elementary School Aged, Grades K-2 Climate / Nature / Gardening, S.T.E.A.M., Summer Reading Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group This event is in the "Grades K-2" group Upcoming Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary School Aged, Grades K-2 Program Type: Climate / Nature / Gardening, S.T.E.A.M., Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Experience the night sky in the middle of the day with the StarLab portable planetarium! Come learn about what constellations you can see in the summer sky where you live with Dudley-at-Siena astronomer Dr. 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 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 "Elementary School Aged" group Paws 2 Read with Chewbacca & Bruno Mars 11:00am–12:00pm Elementary School Aged Storytime / Early Literacy This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Reference Desk Age Group: Elementary School Aged 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.
12 pm				This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group Summer Constellations with StarLab (Grades 3-5 Session 1) 12:00pm–12:45pm Elementary School Aged, Grades 3-5 Climate / Nature / Gardening, S.T.E.A.M., Summer Reading Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group Upcoming Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary School Aged, Grades 3-5 Program Type: Climate / Nature / Gardening, S.T.E.A.M., Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Experience the night sky in the middle of the day with the StarLab portable planetarium! Come learn about what constellations you can see in the summer sky where you live with Dudley-at-Siena astronomer Dr.
1 pm		This event is in the "Families" group GPL Rocks! Decorate our Garden 1:00pm–3:00pm Families Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading This event is in the "Families" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Literary Garden Age Group: Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Event Details: Drop-in the Literary Garden for some rock painting fun! Decorate the rocks however you want and then leave your completed rocks to be donated to the library's new garden spaces.
2 pm				This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group Summer Constellations with StarLab (Grades 3-5 Session 2) 2:00pm–2:45pm Elementary School Aged, Grades 3-5 Climate / Nature / Gardening, S.T.E.A.M., Summer Reading Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group Upcoming Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary School Aged, Grades 3-5 Program Type: Climate / Nature / Gardening, S.T.E.A.M., Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Experience the night sky in the middle of the day with the StarLab portable planetarium! Come learn about what constellations you can see in the summer sky where you live with Dudley-at-Siena astronomer Dr.	This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group Printmaking for Kids 2:00pm–2:45pm Elementary School Aged Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group Upcoming Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Elementary School Aged Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Kids going into grades 2-5 will learn various printmaking methods to create works of art! We will make monotype relief prints using aluminum foil and will also make our own stamps using foam shapes. This event is in the "Adults" group Day Larks Book Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Book Discussion Group Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open 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. Not a Night Owl? Join us for an afternoon discussion instead. The Day Larks and Night Owls both read the same book each month and participants may switch back and forth between the two time slots as needed.	This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group This event is in the "Grades K-2" group This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group This event is in the "Middle School: Gr. 6-8" group This event is in the "Families" group Let's Build! 2:00pm–4:00pm Elementary School Aged, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Middle School: Gr. 6-8, Families Playtime, S.T.E.A.M., Summer Reading This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group This event is in the "Grades K-2" group This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group This event is in the "Middle School: Gr. 6-8" group This event is in the "Families" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Elementary School Aged, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Middle School: Gr. 6-8, Families Program Type: Playtime, S.T.E.A.M., Summer Reading Event Details: Drop-in anytime between 2:00pm - 4:00pm to build something awesome! Can you build the tallest Keva Plank tower?🗼Or the coolest Lego vehicle?🚜 Or the longest domino chain reaction? ✨
3 pm			This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Fox Cup Cozy Teen Craft 3:30pm–4:30pm Tweens & Teens Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group Upcoming Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Westbrook Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: We’ll provide all the materials and walk you through the steps of making an adorable felt fox to adorn your hot beverages.	This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group This event is in the "Middle School: Gr. 6-8" group Summer Constellations with StarLab (Grades 6-8) 3:00pm–3:45pm Tweens & Teens, Middle School: Gr. 6-8 Climate / Nature / Gardening, S.T.E.A.M., Summer Reading Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens & Teens" group This event is in the "Middle School: Gr. 6-8" group Upcoming Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Middle School: Gr. 6-8 Program Type: Climate / Nature / Gardening, S.T.E.A.M., Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Experience the night sky in the middle of the day with the StarLab portable planetarium! Come learn about what constellations you can see in the summer sky where you live with Dudley-at-Siena astronomer Dr.
4 pm					This event is in the "High School: Gr. 9-12" group Discerning the Truth with Marie Lu (9th-12th Grade - Virtual Event) 4:00pm–5:00pm High School: Gr. 9-12 Author Talk Virtual Event This event is in the "High School: Gr. 9-12" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Virtual Room Age Group: High School: Gr. 9-12 Program Type: Author Talk Event Details: Explore the intricate world of Legend with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and reveal hidden secrets.
5 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Board Finance Committee Meeting 5:00pm–5:30pm Adults, Seniors Board Committee This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Tawasentha Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Board Committee Event Details: Board committee meeting.		This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Shades of Storytelling: Open Mic 5:30pm–7:30pm Adults, Seniors Summer Reading, Writing / Poetry This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Summer Reading, Writing / Poetry Event Details: Join us for an Open Mic event to share your stories or poems!
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 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 Night Owls Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Book Discussion Group Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open 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 The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters. 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 "Adults" group Hopeless Romantics Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Book Discussion Group Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Normanskill Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Group Registration Required Event Details: Hopeless Romantics Book Club is a romance book club that meets the third Wednesday of every month to discuss swoon-worthy romance titles.	This event is in the "Adults" group Library Board of Trustees Monthly Business Meeting 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Board Meeting This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Tawasentha Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Board 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.

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