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Makers @ the Albany Made Creative Lab

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Washington: Albany Made Makerspace at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults

[For Adults and Children Ages 6+] Calling all Artists, Crafters, Makers and Menders! Stop by the self-directed open hours and start (or finish) something!

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Albany Made Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[For Adults and Children Ages 6+] Calling all Artists, Crafters, Makers and Menders! Stop by the self-directed open hours and start (or finish) something!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

This event is in the "Children" group

LEGO WeDo Workshop Series

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Washington: Youth Programming Room at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children

[For ages 6-12.] Come discover LEGO WeDo, an engaging hands-on STEM system, that will introduce students to computational thinking and engineering principles in a fun way. All materials provided. This is a 3-week series.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

[For ages 6-12.] Come discover LEGO WeDo, an engaging hands-on STEM system, that will introduce students to computational thinking and engineering principles in a fun way. All materials provided. This is a 3-week series.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Welcome Spring Crafts!

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children

[Ages 5-11] Spring is almost here! Maybe the flowers aren't out yet, but we've got the materials for you to come and make some of your own!

Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[Ages 5-11] Spring is almost here! Maybe the flowers aren't out yet, but we've got the materials for you to come and make some of your own!

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
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Wednesday Wonders of Science - "The Nobel Prizes: Stories, Science, and Society"

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults

[All ages] Come learn about a fascinating aspect of science and the world around us. Our presenters will discuss a different topic each month.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

[All ages] Come learn about a fascinating aspect of science and the world around us. Our presenters will discuss a different topic each month.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Book Buddies

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
Book Club, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children

[For Ages 4-8] Become a member of our weekly book club! Parents will receive support and guidance on early literacy practices, including how to support their readers at home.

Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[For Ages 4-8] Become a member of our weekly book club! Parents will receive support and guidance on early literacy practices, including how to support their readers at home.

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

Makers @ the Albany Made Creative Lab

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Washington: Albany Made Makerspace at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults

[For Adults and Children Ages 6+] Calling all Artists, Crafters, Makers and Menders! Stop by the self-directed open Makerspace and start (or finish) something!

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Albany Made Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[For Adults and Children Ages 6+] Calling all Artists, Crafters, Makers and Menders! Stop by the self-directed open Makerspace and start (or finish) something!

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

Minecraft Mayhem at the Washington Ave. Branch

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Washington: Youth Programming Room at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Gaming, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tween/Teen

[For ages 6-14] Minecraft beginners and experts: come build your world and characters in a weekly Minecraft competition with your friends at the APL Washington Ave. Branch.

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Children, Tween/Teen
Program Type: Gaming, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[For ages 6-14] Minecraft beginners and experts: come build your world and characters in a weekly Minecraft competition with your friends at the APL Washington Ave. Branch.

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

Mini Makers @ the Albany Made Creative Lab

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Washington: Albany Made Makerspace at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tween/Teen

[For ages 5-14] Calling all little Makers! Along with access to all of the Albany Made Lab equipment, Mini Makers will be able to use some of our favorite Youth Services gadgets and tools.

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Albany Made Makerspace
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tween/Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[For ages 5-14] Calling all little Makers! Along with access to all of the Albany Made Lab equipment, Mini Makers will be able to use some of our favorite Youth Services gadgets and tools.

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

UAlbany Share the Knowledge Graduate Student Presentations - Session 1 (Mental Health)

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
Community Event, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

UAlbany graduate students from five academic areas welcome the public to learn about their current research.

Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Event, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

UAlbany graduate students from five academic areas welcome the public to learn about their current research.

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

Makers @ the Albany Made Creative Lab

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Washington: Albany Made Makerspace at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults

[For Adults and Children Ages 6+] Calling all Artists, Crafters, Makers and Menders! Stop by the self-directed open hours and start (or finish) something!

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Albany Made Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[For Adults and Children Ages 6+] Calling all Artists, Crafters, Makers and Menders! Stop by the self-directed open hours and start (or finish) something!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

This event is in the "Children" group

LEGO WeDo Workshop Series

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Washington: Youth Programming Room at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children

[For ages 6-12.] Come discover LEGO WeDo, an engaging hands-on STEM system, that will introduce students to computational thinking and engineering principles in a fun way. All materials provided. This is a 3-week series.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

[For ages 6-12.] Come discover LEGO WeDo, an engaging hands-on STEM system, that will introduce students to computational thinking and engineering principles in a fun way. All materials provided. This is a 3-week series.

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

UAlbany Share the Knowledge Graduate Student Presentations - Session 2 (Education)

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
Community Event, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

UAlbany graduate students from five academic areas welcome the public to learn about their current research.

Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Event, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

UAlbany graduate students from five academic areas welcome the public to learn about their current research.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Book Buddies

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
Book Club, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children

[For Ages 4-8] Become a member of our weekly book club! Parents will receive support and guidance on early literacy practices, including how to support their readers at home.

Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[For Ages 4-8] Become a member of our weekly book club! Parents will receive support and guidance on early literacy practices, including how to support their readers at home.

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

Makers @ the Albany Made Creative Lab

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Washington: Albany Made Makerspace at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults

[For Adults and Children Ages 6+] Calling all Artists, Crafters, Makers and Menders! Stop by the self-directed open Makerspace and start (or finish) something!

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Albany Made Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[For Adults and Children Ages 6+] Calling all Artists, Crafters, Makers and Menders! Stop by the self-directed open Makerspace and start (or finish) something!

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
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Introduction to 3D Modeling

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Washington: Learning Lab A at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults

[For Adults and Teens ages 14+] Learn how to create your own 3D models to print.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Learning Lab A
Age Group: Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

[For Adults and Teens ages 14+] Learn how to create your own 3D models to print.

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

Minecraft Mayhem at the Washington Ave. Branch

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Washington: Youth Programming Room at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Gaming, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tween/Teen

[For ages 6-14] Minecraft beginners and experts: come build your world and characters in a weekly Minecraft competition with your friends at the APL Washington Ave. Branch.

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Children, Tween/Teen
Program Type: Gaming, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[For ages 6-14] Minecraft beginners and experts: come build your world and characters in a weekly Minecraft competition with your friends at the APL Washington Ave. Branch.

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

UAlbany Share the Knowledge Graduate Student Presentations - Session 3 (Climate/ Weather/ Environment)

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
Community Event, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

UAlbany graduate students from five academic areas welcome the public to learn about their current research.

Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Event, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

UAlbany graduate students from five academic areas welcome the public to learn about their current research.

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
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

3D Printing Basics

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Washington: Learning Lab A at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults

[For Adults and Teens ages 14+] Discover how a 3D printer actually works--and how to prepare a 3D model for printing.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Learning Lab A
Age Group: Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

[For Adults and Teens ages 14+] Discover how a 3D printer actually works--and how to prepare a 3D model for printing.

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

UAlbany Share the Knowledge Graduate Student Presentations - Session 4 (Political Science and Public Health)

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
Community Event, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

UAlbany graduate students from five academic areas welcome the public to learn about their current research.

Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Event, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

UAlbany graduate students from five academic areas welcome the public to learn about their current research.

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

Mini Makers @ the Albany Made Creative Lab

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Washington: Albany Made Makerspace at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tween/Teen

[For ages 5-14] Calling all little Makers! Along with access to all of the Albany Made Lab equipment, Mini Makers will be able to use some of our favorite Youth Services gadgets and tools.

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Albany Made Makerspace
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tween/Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[For ages 5-14] Calling all little Makers! Along with access to all of the Albany Made Lab equipment, Mini Makers will be able to use some of our favorite Youth Services gadgets and tools.

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 "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

Makers @ the Albany Made Creative Lab

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Washington: Albany Made Makerspace at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults

[For Adults and Children Ages 6+] Calling all Artists, Crafters, Makers and Menders! Stop by the self-directed open hours and start (or finish) something!

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Albany Made Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tween/Teen, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[For Adults and Children Ages 6+] Calling all Artists, Crafters, Makers and Menders! Stop by the self-directed open hours and start (or finish) something!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

This event is in the "Children" group

The Children's Museum at Saratoga Presents: Magnetic Racers

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children

[Ages 7-11] Discover the science of magnetism! Student will learn about magnets, conductors, and insulators through a series of tests.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

[Ages 7-11] Discover the science of magnetism! Student will learn about magnets, conductors, and insulators through a series of tests.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Book Buddies

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
Book Club, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children

[For Ages 4-8] Become a member of our weekly book club! Parents will receive support and guidance on early literacy practices, including how to support their readers at home.

Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[For Ages 4-8] Become a member of our weekly book club! Parents will receive support and guidance on early literacy practices, including how to support their readers at home.

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

Crafternoons: Puppet Fish

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Delaware: Community Room at Delaware
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sensory Friendly, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tween/Teen

Join us after school twice a month for different projects and crafts at our Crafternoons! 
Supplies are limited. First come, first served.  

 

Library Branch: Delaware
Room: Delaware: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tween/Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sensory Friendly, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us after school twice a month for different projects and crafts at our Crafternoons! 
Supplies are limited. First come, first served.  

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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