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Adult Crafternoon - Stars June 21st, 11 - 12 p.m. & 12 - 1 p.m.
Registration Required. Get into the spirit of the 4th of July with a fun and festive crafting session! We’ll be creating red, white, and blue star ⭐ decorations using clothespins, felt, and buttons—perfect for adding a patriotic touch to your home or picnic table just in time for Independence Day. All supplies are provided, and no crafting experience is necessary. Just bring your creativity and patriotic spirit! ❤️🤍💙 Space is limited—stop in or call to register for either the 11 am or noon session! |
Houseplants Presentation June 27th, 12 - 1 p.m. Registration Recommended. Want tips to keep your houseplants alive? So do we! That's why we're having Jessica from Cornell Cooperative Extension come teach us all about houseplants. Topics will include: watering, lighting, fertilizing, repotting, maintenance, and common houseplant problems. Join us for this informative program and learn how to keep your plants thriving. |
Anyone Can! Watercolor Pencil Drawing
July 12th, 10:30 - 12:30 p.m. Registration Required. Led by local artist Diane Steele, this adult class is designed to acquaint the “newbie” with materials and techniques used by many watercolor journaling artists. Each student will be provided pens, watercolor pencils, and paper to complete a simple wildflower painting. Many samples will be provided. Registration is required as space is extremely limited. Please visit or call the library to sign up. |
DIY Concertina / Accordion Book
July 19th, 10:30 - 12:30 p.m. Registration Required. Join us in creating and decorating your very own concertina! This class is geared toward an adult audience and is open to those 16+. This bookbinding method is ideal for beginners, offering a solid introduction to the fundamentals of folding paper for pages and crafting a decorative paper cover. It lays the groundwork for more advanced bookbinding projects in the future. The handmade books produced in this workshop are great for painting, sketching, or mixed media work. Participants will have access to materials for designing and embellishing both the cover and the internal pages. |
DIY Clay Gnomes July 24th & 31st, 6 - 7 p.m. Adult class, for ages 16+. Participants will learn to work with air-dry clay in two sessions by molding and painting miniature gnomes. A tutorial and all materials will be provided. Gnomes can be placed in flowerpots to provide company to your plants or can be used around the home as summer decor. July 24, 6-7 pm, sculpt the gnomes. July 31, 6-7 pm, paint the gnomes. Visit us in person or call the library to reserve a spot. If you are unable to attend the second session, just let the librarian know and arrange for pickup of your gnome once fully dried. |
Clothing Swap July 26th, 10 - 1 p.m. Refresh your wardrobe for free! The library is having a clothing swap. Donations of gently used clothes will be accepted during business hours on Thursday, July 24th and Friday, July 25th, or during the swap on Saturday. No undergarments or clothes with stains or holes please (the library reserves the right to refuse donations as we see fit). Any garments remaining at the end of the swap will be donated to CAPTAIN's Treasures Next-to-New Shop in Clifton Park. |
The library will have a table (weather permitting) at the Waterford Harbor Farmers Market on the following dates: June 1st June 22nd July 13th July 27th Aug TBD Sept TBD Oct TBD Come see us for news about upcoming programs and summer reading information for all ages. We can also help you get started on Libby or Hoopla. |
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Tech Time Thursdays, 10 - 11 am
Join a staff member for hands-on help with your tech needs! Bring your laptop, phone, or tablet with you and any questions you might have and learn to unlock the full potential of your own devices. Tech-Time is a drop-in event every first and third Thursday from 10-11 am, no registration required. If unsure of whether the library can help with your issue, please call ahead: (518) 237-0891. |
Fiber Art Fanatics Thursdays, 2 - 4 pm
Join our weekly group at the library where we celebrate all crafty hobbies including knitting, crochet, embroidery, and more! All levels of experience welcome. No registration is required.
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Wondering what else is happening at the library? Visit the events section on our website for a complete list of programs—including fun activities for children and families! |
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