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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Crandall Room
Purpose of Meeting

Board Meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Christine L. McDonald Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Through the eyes of funeral director Isaiah Owens, the beauty and grace of African-American funerals are brought to life.

This event is in the "Children" group

Toddler Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime

Simple stories, songs, and movement activities for kids ages 18 months-3 years old accompanied by a caregiver.  Drop in, no sign up required!  The same Toddler Story Time is repeated on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Learn @ Lunch: Drop-in Tech Help

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Holden Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Event Details:

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.  

How it works: 

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Information Table
Purpose of Meeting

Tabling 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Blood Drive

12:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Christine L. McDonald Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

To schedule an appointment, please visit redcrossblood.org and use sponsor keyword GLENSFALLSNY. Or, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

This event is in the "Children" group

Baby Lap Time

2:00pm–2:30pm
Children
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Staff Use - CSI Team Meeting

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Holden Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

Crandall Sustainability Initiative Team Meeting

P.E.O. International

9:15am–12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Crandall Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly P.E.O. International Chapter BX Meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group

Intro to Canva

11:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Holden Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

New to Canva? Join us for a beginner-friendly series where you’ll learn to create eye-catching graphics using easy drag-and-drop tools. We’ll meet for four Thursdays in February. Basic computer skills are required.

This event is in the "Children" group

Read to Beatrix, a Therapy Dog

3:00pm–3:45pm
Children
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Therapy Dog
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Tween Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

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 Children's Activity Rooms or outside in the park if weather permits.

This event is in the "Teens" group
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

It's an old fashioned Saturday morning on Thursday night! We're eating sugary cereals and playing all your old board games: Battleship, Guess Who, Jenga, Connect 4, and more. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Bluegrass Music Jams

6:30pm–8:30pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Christine L. McDonald Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Folklife Center, Performance
Event Details:

Monthly Bluegrass Music Jam hosted by Denise Radtke and Frank Orsini, first Thursdays (through April 2026), 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the Library's Community Room downstairs off the Folklife Gallery. All are welcome, pickers and listeners alike.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk, Virtual
Event Details:

Join us for an unforgettable experience as we chat online with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, Fire Sword and Sea, based on the folk story of the female pirate Jacquotte Delahaye.

Registration is required and a high speed internet connection is recommended. Register for this author talk and check out other online author talks here: https://libraryc.org/crandalllibrary Programs will be recorded and available to view at a later date.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Crandall Room
Purpose of Meeting

Writers' support and critique group. This group is currently closed to new members.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Novella Reading Group

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Holden Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

This month's title is Giovanni's Room, by James Baldwin.

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Fun Family Favorites

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Christine L. McDonald Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

To practice and develop the art of public speaking.

This event is in the "Children" group

Read to Louie, a Therapy Dog

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Therapy Dog
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Hearts & Art

2:30pm–3:30pm
Children
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a fun Valentine’s craft session! Kids will create their own handmade Valentine’s cards for friends and family using paper, stickers, and lots of heart-filled creativity.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Christine L. McDonald Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

monthly membership meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

This introduction to using a computer will cover basic vocabulary, using a mouse and keyboard, searching the internet, creating an email account,  and creating and saving documents. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

1:30pm–2:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Crandall Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime

Stories, songs, puppets, and movement activities for children ages 3-5 and their caregiver.  Siblings welcome.  No sign up required.