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Featured Events

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

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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

Age Group:

Adults (18+)

Open

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Fireplace

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Book Discussion Group

Registration Required

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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

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Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teen (12-17)

Open

Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library

Room: Children's Program Room

Age Group: Teen (12-17)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

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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

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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

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

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

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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.

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All Day				This event is in the "Middle School: Gr. 6-8" group ALL MONTH Celebrate a Grade! 7th Grade Packet All Day Middle School: Gr. 6-8 Passive Program (Youth) This event is in the "Middle School: Gr. 6-8" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Reference Desk Age Group: Middle School: Gr. 6-8 Program Type: Passive Program (Youth) Event Details: Are you in 7th Grade? Stop by the Children's Library any time during the month of April to collect a fun packet and have your picture taken for the library monitors!
9 am		This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group VITA Tax-Aide Preparation 9:00am–4:00pm Adults (18+), Seniors AARP TaxAide This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors Program Type: AARP TaxAide
10 am		This event is in the "Early Childhood (0-5)" group Learn Along Play 10:30am–11:30am Early Childhood (0-5) Playtime, Storytime / Early Literacy This event is in the "Early Childhood (0-5)" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Early Childhood (0-5) Program Type: Playtime, Storytime / Early Literacy Event Details: Littles and caregivers can join us for an open playtime with our toys and fine motor activities! Ages 0-5. Registration not required.	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 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.	Reservation Living Resources Tour- MLB 10:00am–11:00am Rooms reserved by community groups are not sponsored events of the Guilderland Public Library Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Tawasentha Room Purpose of Meeting Q & A with individuals from Living Resources touring GPL and exploring careers in the library. This event is in the "Early Childhood (0-5)" group Little Block Party 10:30am–11:30am Early Childhood (0-5) Playtime, Storytime / Early Literacy This event is in the "Early Childhood (0-5)" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Early Childhood (0-5) Program Type: Playtime, Storytime / Early Literacy Event Details: It's time for a Little Block Party!	This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Game Time 10:00am–11:00am Adults (18+), Seniors Instruction, Outreach, Trivia / Games Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Open Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: Adults (18+), 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 (0-5)" group Music and Movement 10:30am–11:00am Early Childhood (0-5) Storytime / Early Literacy This event is in the "Early Childhood (0-5)" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Early Childhood (0-5) Program Type: Storytime / Early Literacy Event Details: Music and movement is a high energy program that incorporates movement, songs, and dancing.	Reservation FASCA (Formosa Association of Student Cultural Ambassadors) Albany Memember Meeting 10:00am–4:00pm 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 This monthly meeting includes culture classes and team-building activities.
11 am			This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Gentle Strength: Tai Chi for Mind & Body 11:00am–12:00pm Adults (18+), Seniors Health & Wellness, Instruction Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Upcoming Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors Program Type: Health & Wellness, Instruction Registration Required Event Details: Tai Chi (太极) is an ancient Chinese martial art known as "meditation in motion." Originally developed for self-defense, Tai Chi is now practiced worldwide for its health benefits, promoting balance, flexibility, and mindfulne	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: 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.			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 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. This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group Paws 2 Read with Chewbacca & Bruno Mars 11:00am–12:00pm Children (6-11) Storytime / Early Literacy This event is in the "Children (6-11)" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Reference Desk Age Group: Children (6-11) 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			Reservation #1 Guilderland Elementary Art Installation 12:00pm–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 Art show installation	Reservation #2 Guilderland Elementary Art Installation 12:00pm–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 art show installation
1 pm	Reservation Tchaikovsky Piano Competition for School Chhildren 1:30pm–4:15pm 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 Annual Tchaikovsky Piano Competition for local school students. The competition, as a showcase of young performers, recognizes talented young pianists, in their pursuit of musical excellence.						Reservation easter 1:00pm–4:00pm 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 easter program practice
2 pm	Drop In Adult Chess 2:00pm–3:00pm Trivia / Games Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Tawasentha Room Program Type: Trivia / Games Event Details: Drop in with friends and family for a game of chess at the library! Boards are provided by the library.
3 pm	Reservation Girl Scout Troop 5027 Meeting 3:00pm–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 Girl Scout Troop meeting			This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Afternoon Garden Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Adults (18+), Seniors Climate / Nature / Gardening This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Normanskill Room Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors Program Type: Climate / Nature / Gardening Event Details: Every first Wednesday of the month, attend a presentation from a local expert and then stay to chat and trade tips with other gardeners. The presentation for this month is: Matrix Planting
4 pm					Reservation Social Security 101 - Strategies to Maximize Your Benefits 4:30pm–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 Social Security seminar
5 pm		Reservation Friends Meeting 5:30pm–7:00pm Rooms reserved by community groups are not sponsored events of the Guilderland Public Library Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Tawasentha Room Purpose of Meeting Working on their MoA	This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Long Range Plan Committee Meeting 5:30pm–6:30pm Adults (18+), Seniors Board Committee This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Tawasentha Room Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors Program Type: Board Committee Event Details: Long range plan committee meeting		This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Library Board Governance Committee Meeting 5:30pm–6:30pm Adults (18+) Board Committee This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Tawasentha Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Board Committee Event Details: Board committee meeting.
6 pm		Reservation 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group Movie Monday: Pride & Prejudice (2005) 6:00pm–8:00pm All Ages Movie / Documentary This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Helderberg Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movie / Documentary Event Details: Sterling adaptation of Jane Austen's classic about love, marriage and class distinction in 18th-century England. Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen star as Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy.	This event is in the "Teen (12-17)" group Blackout Poetry Art 6:00pm–7:00pm Teen (12-17) Arts & Crafts Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teen (12-17)" group Open Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Teen (12-17) 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! This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Fright Club Book Discussion 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults (18+) Book Discussion Group Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Open Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Normanskill Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Book Discussion Group Registration Required Event Details: Join us each month for the best of Horror and Thrillers. This month we're reading Play Nice by Rachel Harrison.	This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Guilderland Guitar Group 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults (18+) Other This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Normanskill Room Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Other Event Details: The Guilderland Guitar Group will be meeting at the Guilderland Public Library on the first Wednesday of the month. No matter what your skill level, if you are interested in playing guitar, this is the	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 🌛Goodnight Luna 6:00pm–6:45pm 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 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: Put on your coziest pajamas, grab a stuffed animal, and head to the Library for a pajama storytime! Our Sky Friend: Luna, the lovable and calming moon-shaped stuffie will be our special guest. Reservation GS Troop 5057 6:30pm–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 Girl scout troop meeting
7 pm			Reservation Stevens Farm HOA 7:00pm–8:00pm Rooms reserved by community groups are not sponsored events of the Guilderland Public Library Library Branch: Guilderland Public Library Room: Tawasentha Room Purpose of Meeting HOA meeting

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