Upcoming Events

Join instructor Alexander Grandy, Folklife Center librarian Kevin Rogan, and Children’s Department library assistant Emma Rogan for this this free ukulele class.

This is a free second performance thanks to our partner the Historic Salem Courthouse in Salem, Washington County, NY.

Join us for stories, songs, movement activities and more. For families with young children, birth-5 years old. Siblings welcome. No sign up required.

Children in Kindergarten and up are invited to come practice reading skills with Colden, a certified therapy dog.  Kids will choose a book and read to the dog one-on-one during a 15 minute time slot.  Colden is a great listener!  Pl

Doyle Irish Stick Fighting is a two-handed martial art developed well over 200 years ago by the Doyle family in Ireland, and brought to Canada in the early 19th century. 

Join Chef Steve as he makes a fresh spring salad with all the fixings. You will also whisk up a homemade vinaigrette from scratch and, of course, taste your creation.  This is a fun, hands-on introduction to healthy cooking. 

Kids in grades K-6 are invited to join us for our weekly free art program.  Enjoy a different open-ended art project each week featuring a variety of art styles and materials.  No sign up required

Children in Kindergarten and up are invited to come practice reading skills with Dax, a certified therapy dog.  Kids will choose a book and read to the dog one-on-one during a 15 minute time slot.  Dax is a great listener!  Please c

Join us for open-ended art activities for kids ages 3-5.  Your little artist will be introduced to the materials, then work independently and at their own pace.   Please call 518-792-6508 x4 the morning of the program to reserve a s

Do you have questions about your smartphone, tablet, or other device? We can help! Drop-in with your device for answers and advice from a Crandall librarian. Everyone is welcome.  

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Children in Kindergarten and up are invited to come practice reading skills with Chewy, a certified therapy dog.  Kids will choose a book and read to the dog one-on-one during a 15 minute time slot.  Chewy is a great listener!  Plea

Get seeds and all your gardening questions answered with a Master Gardener! The Seed Library will also be open by appointment any time. Please call or email Autumn. 

Start an early love of reading with our baby story time!  Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and play time.  Enjoy a special time with your baby and connect with other caregivers.

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Age appropriate toys and activities are grouped in play areas for your child's enjoyment. Meet other families with young children and learn about the library resources for families. 

Age appropriate toys and activities are grouped in play areas for your child's enjoyment. Meet other families with young children and learn about the library resources for families. 

Join us for our weekly after school group for kids ages 8-12, featuring various activities, games, and/or crafts chosen by the group. To be held in the Children's Activity Rooms or City Park if weather allows.

Join us for our weekly after school group for kids in grades 4-6, featuring various activities, games, and/or crafts chosen by the group. To be held in the Community Room this week OR outside in the park if weather permits.

Join us in conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series.

This month's title is West With The Night, by Beryl Markham. 

Copies are available by request through the library system. Please read the books and join us for discussion. All are welcome!