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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

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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

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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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Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

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.

Text: I Cook in Color, image of a plate of colorful food including pineapple, tomatoes, peppers, beets, onions, and yams

Read It & Eat!

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:30pm

Helderberg Meeting Room at Guilderland Public Library

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Book Discussion Group, Cooking / Nutrition

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Adults

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Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Helderberg Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussion Group, Cooking / Nutrition

Registration Required

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Join this month’s Read It and Eat! Cookbook Club! The featured cookbook for August is I Cook in Color by Asha Gomez and Martha Hall Foose.

A black and white photo of author Casey McQuiston smiling alongside the covers of a few of their books in color

Returning to Romance Through Food and Flirty Fun in Fiction with Casey McQuiston (Virtual Event)

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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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Bring an appetite for sizzling drama as we discuss New York Times bestselling author Casey McQuiston's latest romantic comedy, The Pairing.

Photo of psychologist Tasha Eurich smiling alongside the cover of her book 'Shatterproof'

How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos with Organizational Psychologist Dr. Tasha Eurich (Virtual Event)

Thursday, August 28, 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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Learn how to master the daily grind and become shatterproof in a tumultuous world with key insights by Dr.

Photo of author Hannah Nicole Maehrer smiling alongside the covers of her 'Assistant to the Villain' series

On Writing Darkly Charming Villainous Love with Hannah Nicole Maehrer (Virtual Event)

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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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Embrace your dark side (and your best evil laugh) and join us in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maehrer, creator of the New York Times bestselling Assistant to the Villain

Photo of author Jefferson Fisher smiling alongside the cover of his book 'The Next Conversation'

Argue Less and Talk More with Communication Expert Jefferson Fisher (Virtual Event)

Wednesday, September 10, 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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Room: Virtual Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Author Talk

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Join us (and be ready to take notes) for an afternoon virtual conversation with communication expert Jefferson Fisher, as we chat about his book, The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More.

Photo of author Gabe Henry smiling next to his book 'Enough is Enuf'

Our Failed Attempts to Make English Eezier to Spell with Author Gabe Henry (Virtual Event)

Wednesday, September 17, 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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Have you ever wondered why the English spelling of words is sometimes… well… just weird? Come on a surprisingly hilarious journey with us and author Gabe Henry through the history of the En

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All Day	Closing Summer Hours- Library Closed All Day Branches: Guilderland Public Library
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.
11 am		This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group Ausome Oops! Inclusive Art 11:00am–11:45am Elementary School Aged Other Open Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group Open Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Elementary School Aged Program Type: Other Registration Required Event Details: Join us for Ausome Oops!, a creative, inclusive art series designed for neurodiverse and autistic students in grades 3 to 5.		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 "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 mos." group Toddlers & Tuataras: Reptile Show 11:00am–11:30am Early Childhood, Toddlers: 18-36 mos. Summer Reading Open Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Toddlers: 18-36 mos." group Open Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood, Toddlers: 18-36 mos. Program Type: Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Please join us for a fun morning of using our senses! Uncharted Wild will be bringing a few of their smallest & gentlest animals for us to observe.
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1 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Drop-In Tech Help 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults, Seniors Instruction, Technology Instruction This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Adult Reference Desk Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Instruction, Technology Instruction Event Details: Get answers to your computer and smartphone questions! Intern Coach Evelyn is here to help you Learn new skills This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group American Red Cross Blood Drive 1:00pm–6:00pm Adults, Seniors Blood Drive 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: Blood Drive
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3 pm		This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group SUPER Reptiles! 3:00pm–4:00pm Families, All Ages Summer Reading This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: Families, All Ages Program Type: Summer Reading Event Details: Get ready for an exciting reptilian show! Uncharted Wild will be bringing a wide assortment of their animals for us to experience at this highly anticipated presentation.		This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group This event is in the "Tweens: Gr. 4-8" group Galaxy Pastel Art 3:00pm–4:00pm Grades 3-5, Tweens: Gr. 4-8 Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Grades 3-5" group This event is in the "Tweens: Gr. 4-8" group Waitlist Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Grades 3-5, Tweens: Gr. 4-8 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: 🌌 Create your own galaxies using chalk pastels! 🌌 ✨Bonus: You'll learn fun outer space facts! And how to blend chalk pastels to create super cool galaxies! For kids going into Grades 3-8. 🖖🏻Hands will get messy!
4 pm				This event is in the "Middle School: Gr. 6-8" group This event is in the "Tweens: Gr. 4-8" group Illuminating Hope and Grace in the Face of Hardship with Rex Ogle (5th-8th Grade - Virtual Event) 4:00pm–5:00pm Middle School: Gr. 6-8, Tweens: Gr. 4-8 Author Talk Virtual Event This event is in the "Middle School: Gr. 6-8" group This event is in the "Tweens: Gr. 4-8" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Virtual Room Age Group: Middle School: Gr. 6-8, Tweens: Gr. 4-8 Program Type: Author Talk Event Details: 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.
5 pm			This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group Paws 2 Read with Skylar 5:00pm–6:00pm 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.		This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group Paws 2 Read with Beth 5:00pm–6:00pm Elementary School Aged Storytime / Early Literacy This event is in the "Elementary School Aged" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library 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.
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Technology Help Drop-In 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults, Seniors Technology Instruction This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Study Room McKownville Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Instruction Event Details: Coach Divya has hands-on experience in both hardware and software support, she's here to help navigate technology needs.	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 Teen Cupcake Decorating 6:00pm–7:30pm Tweens & Teens, High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8 Arts & Crafts, Cooking / Nutrition, Summer Reading Waitlist 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 Waitlist 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: Arts & Crafts, Cooking / Nutrition, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Decorate & Dominate with Bash Parties 🧁 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Guilderland Historical Society Book Club Finale 6:15pm–7:15pm Adults, Seniors Book Discussion Group, History Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Open Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Book Discussion Group, History Registration Required Event Details: Join the Guilderland Historical Society, Guilderland Public Library, and the Town of Guilderland's American Revolution 250th Anniversary Committee in our final discussion of Rick Atkinson's The British Are Coming.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Learn Libby! 6:15pm–7:15pm Adults, Seniors Technology Instruction Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Open Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Westbrook Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Instruction Registration Required Event Details: Join Jo Ann, a Guilderland Librarian for this hour long demonstration of how easy it is to get started with Libby, the library reading app. Bring your devices, library cards, and any passwords with you! This event is in the "Adults" group Colorful Creations: Bracelet Beading 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Waitlist Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a hands-on, creative program where you’ll learn the art of bracelet beading! Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this class offers something for everyone.	This event is in the "Adults" group Foundation meeting 6:15pm–7:15pm Adults Foundation Meeting This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Tawasentha Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Foundation Meeting	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 Camp GPL: Teen After Hours 6:30pm–9:30pm Tweens & Teens, High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8 Other, Summer Reading Open 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 Open Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: Tweens & Teens, High School: Gr. 9-12, Middle School: Gr. 6-8 Program Type: Other, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Teens! Come hang out at the Library for this special After Hours event. We'll have pizza, snacks, video games, music, and more!

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