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Resume Workshop

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pine Hills: Small Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
One-on-One Instruction, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Schedule a one-on-one 45-minute meeting to refine your resume or cover letter. Learn how to create or update a resume to show off your skills!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: One-on-One Instruction, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Schedule a one-on-one 45-minute meeting to refine your resume or cover letter. Learn how to create or update a resume to show off your skills!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Tween/Teen" group

Not a # Group

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Delaware: Community Room at Delaware
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Summer Reading, Workshop
Age Group:
Tween/Teen

[For Teens] Not a Number is an interactive child trafficking and exploitation prevention curriculum designed to provide youth with information and skills in a manner that inspires them to make safe choices.

Library Branch: Delaware
Room: Delaware: Community Room
Age Group: Tween/Teen
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Summer Reading, Workshop
Event Details:

[For Teens] Not a Number is an interactive child trafficking and exploitation prevention curriculum designed to provide youth with information and skills in a manner that inspires them to make safe choices.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Tween/Teen" group

Dungeons & Dragons 101

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Arbor Hill/West Hill: Small Meeting Room at Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Program Type:
Gaming, Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Tween/Teen

Welcome travelers! Do you want to play Dungeons & Dragons but unsure where to start? Join us and learn how to make your characters and worlds come alive.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Room: Arbor Hill/West Hill: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween/Teen
Program Type: Gaming, Workshop, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome travelers! Do you want to play Dungeons & Dragons but unsure where to start? Join us and learn how to make your characters and worlds come alive.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Energize U Weatherization Workshop

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Howe: Large Meeting Room at Howe
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

New York Power Authority’s weatherization workshop teaches low-to-no cost ways for participants to improve energy efficiency and comfort at home, while saving money on their utility bills.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Howe
Room: Howe: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

New York Power Authority’s weatherization workshop teaches low-to-no cost ways for participants to improve energy efficiency and comfort at home, while saving money on their utility bills.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Tween/Teen" group

Dungeons & Dragons 101

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Arbor Hill/West Hill: Small Meeting Room at Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Program Type:
Gaming, Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Tween/Teen

Welcome travelers! Do you want to play Dungeons & Dragons but unsure where to start? Join us and learn how to make your characters and worlds come alive.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Room: Arbor Hill/West Hill: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween/Teen
Program Type: Gaming, Workshop, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome travelers! Do you want to play Dungeons & Dragons but unsure where to start? Join us and learn how to make your characters and worlds come alive.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Art After Dark: Charcoal

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

From early cave paintings to the Renaissance masters, charcoal is one of the earliest artistic mediums in history. Your instructor will go over some basic warm-up practices, followed by some free time. Supplies will be provided!

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

From early cave paintings to the Renaissance masters, charcoal is one of the earliest artistic mediums in history. Your instructor will go over some basic warm-up practices, followed by some free time. Supplies will be provided!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tween/Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Deal Me A Story!

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Virtual/ Online
Program Type:
Virtual/Online, Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults

(5+) Hey you! Yes you. Do you have a story that you want to tell, but you don't know how to start it? Or are you stumped on how your cast of characters might play out in certain situations? Well, this might be the program for you.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual/ Online
Age Group: Children, Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Virtual/Online, Workshop, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

(5+) Hey you! Yes you. Do you have a story that you want to tell, but you don't know how to start it? Or are you stumped on how your cast of characters might play out in certain situations? Well, this might be the program for you.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Writers' Workshop: Poetry and Short Story

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Howe: Large Meeting Room at Howe
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

[For Adults] Get tips and prompts for writing poetry and short stories, and share and discuss your work with fellow writers! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Howe
Room: Howe: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

[For Adults] Get tips and prompts for writing poetry and short stories, and share and discuss your work with fellow writers! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Tween/Teen" group

Dungeons & Dragons 101

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Arbor Hill/West Hill: Small Meeting Room at Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Program Type:
Gaming, Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Tween/Teen

Welcome travelers! Do you want to play Dungeons & Dragons but unsure where to start? Join us and learn how to make your characters and worlds come alive.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Room: Arbor Hill/West Hill: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween/Teen
Program Type: Gaming, Workshop, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome travelers! Do you want to play Dungeons & Dragons but unsure where to start? Join us and learn how to make your characters and worlds come alive.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Daylight Art Corner: Meditative Painting

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arbor Hill/West Hill: Large Meeting Room at Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Step into our monthly relaxing post-work retreat where creativity flows and stress fades. Paint your own feelings, while smooth, soulful music sets the mood. No experience needed, just bring your imagination and let the rhythm guide your brush.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Room: Arbor Hill/West Hill: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into our monthly relaxing post-work retreat where creativity flows and stress fades. Paint your own feelings, while smooth, soulful music sets the mood. No experience needed, just bring your imagination and let the rhythm guide your brush.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Tween/Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Just Keep Writing

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Washington: Community Room at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Tween/Teen, Adults

[For ages 14+] Calling all writers! Need motivation to write? Need someone to help keep you accountable for your writing goals? Just want somewhere to share your work or ideas and get feedback?

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Community Room
Age Group: Tween/Teen, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

[For ages 14+] Calling all writers! Need motivation to write? Need someone to help keep you accountable for your writing goals? Just want somewhere to share your work or ideas and get feedback?

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

Library Closed

All Day
Arbor Hill/ West Hill, Bach, Delaware, Howe, North Albany, Pine Hills, Washington Avenue, Outreach/ Offsite, Virtual/ Online

The Library is Closed for the Easter Holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Arbor Hill/ West Hill, Bach, Delaware, Howe, North Albany, Pine Hills, Washington Avenue, Outreach/ Offsite, Virtual/ Online
Description:

The Library is Closed for the Easter Holiday.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Spring into Gardening

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
North Albany: Meeting Room at North Albany
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Get started with seed starting through this spring gardening program, presented by Love Your Block!

Library Branch: North Albany
Room: North Albany: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Get started with seed starting through this spring gardening program, presented by Love Your Block!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Art Corner: Rock Painting

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbor Hill/West Hill: Large Meeting Room at Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Music, One-on-One Instruction, STEM/STEAM, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Step into our monthly relaxing post-work retreat where creativity flows and stress fades. Paint your own essence, while smooth, soulful music sets the mood. No experience needed, just bring your imagination and let the rhythm guide your brush.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Room: Arbor Hill/West Hill: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Music, One-on-One Instruction, STEM/STEAM, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into our monthly relaxing post-work retreat where creativity flows and stress fades. Paint your own essence, while smooth, soulful music sets the mood. No experience needed, just bring your imagination and let the rhythm guide your brush.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Do We Want to Be Like Music?

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Delaware: Community Room at Delaware
Program Type:
Music, Sensory Friendly, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages

Why do we care for music so much that we want to sing or dance? Come drum with us! 

Library Branch: Delaware
Room: Delaware: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Music, Sensory Friendly, Workshop
Event Details:

Why do we care for music so much that we want to sing or dance? Come drum with us! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Tween/Teen" group

Dungeons & Dragons 101

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Arbor Hill/West Hill: Small Meeting Room at Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Program Type:
Gaming, Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Tween/Teen

Welcome travelers! Do you want to play Dungeons & Dragons but unsure where to start? Join us and learn how to make your characters and worlds come alive.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Room: Arbor Hill/West Hill: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween/Teen
Program Type: Gaming, Workshop, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome travelers! Do you want to play Dungeons & Dragons but unsure where to start? Join us and learn how to make your characters and worlds come alive.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Art After Dark: Chalk Pastels

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Chalk pastels have a rich cultural history related to natural earth pigments. In this workshop we will draw focus and inspiration using a still life. Supplies will be provided!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chalk pastels have a rich cultural history related to natural earth pigments. In this workshop we will draw focus and inspiration using a still life. Supplies will be provided!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tween/Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Autism Acceptance with Andrew Maggio

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Washington: Community Room at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Community Event, Health & Wellness, Sensory Friendly, Workshop
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tween/Teen, Adults

[For children & families] For Autism Acceptance month, join autism advocate and public speaker Andrew Maggio as he shares his firsthand experiences living with autism.

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tween/Teen, Adults
Program Type: Community Event, Health & Wellness, Sensory Friendly, Workshop
Event Details:

[For children & families] For Autism Acceptance month, join autism advocate and public speaker Andrew Maggio as he shares his firsthand experiences living with autism.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

Caregivers

This program is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Writers' Workshop: Poetry and Short Story

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Howe: Large Meeting Room at Howe
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

[For Adults] Get tips and prompts for writing poetry and short stories, and share and discuss your work with fellow writers! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Howe
Room: Howe: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

[For Adults] Get tips and prompts for writing poetry and short stories, and share and discuss your work with fellow writers! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Tween/Teen" group

Dungeons & Dragons 101

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Arbor Hill/West Hill: Small Meeting Room at Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Program Type:
Gaming, Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Tween/Teen

Welcome travelers! Do you want to play Dungeons & Dragons but unsure where to start? Join us and learn how to make your characters and worlds come alive.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Room: Arbor Hill/West Hill: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween/Teen
Program Type: Gaming, Workshop, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome travelers! Do you want to play Dungeons & Dragons but unsure where to start? Join us and learn how to make your characters and worlds come alive.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

Library Closed for Staff Development Day

All Day
Arbor Hill/ West Hill, Bach, Delaware, Howe, North Albany, Pine Hills, Washington Avenue, Outreach/ Offsite, Virtual/ Online

The Library is closed on Thursday, APril 23rd so our staff can participate in Staff Development Day.

Closing
Branches:
Arbor Hill/ West Hill, Bach, Delaware, Howe, North Albany, Pine Hills, Washington Avenue, Outreach/ Offsite, Virtual/ Online
Description:

The Library is closed on Thursday, APril 23rd so our staff can participate in Staff Development Day.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Homebuyer Fair

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Washington: Large Auditorium at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Community Event, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

[For Adults]  Join us at this annual, free event where you can explore everything you need to know about buying a home.

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Large Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event, Workshop
Event Details:

[For Adults]  Join us at this annual, free event where you can explore everything you need to know about buying a home.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Tween/Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Just Keep Writing

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Washington: Community Room at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Tween/Teen, Adults

[For ages 14+] Calling all writers! Need motivation to write? Need someone to help keep you accountable for your writing goals? Just want somewhere to share your work or ideas and get feedback?

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Community Room
Age Group: Tween/Teen, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

[For ages 14+] Calling all writers! Need motivation to write? Need someone to help keep you accountable for your writing goals? Just want somewhere to share your work or ideas and get feedback?

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Homebuyer 101

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Washington: Large Auditorium at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

[For Adults] Get started on the path to buying a home with this overview of the homebuying process, down payment programs, and what it takes to credit qualify for a mortgage.

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Large Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

[For Adults] Get started on the path to buying a home with this overview of the homebuying process, down payment programs, and what it takes to credit qualify for a mortgage.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.