It has now been officially two months since I stepped into the position of Executive Director here at the Waterford Library. It's been a whirlwind of a two months, but I've really enjoyed getting to know everyone, kickstart some new programs, and start planning for our 2025 Summer Reading Program. This year we are doing both a children's summer reading program and an adult summer reading program -- we are excited for you all to see what we have planned. If you have any ideas for programs, events, or offerings you'd like to see at the library, stop by the library anytime, call us at (518) 237-0891 or send me an email at watpublibrary@gmail.com
-Chloe
Museum Passes
Did you know you can get free access to a variety of museums in the area by being a Waterford Library cardholder? All of our museum passes are available for 3-day checkouts with one renewal. Passes include the Clark Art Institute, MassMoCA, and the Albany Institute of History and Art as well as new offerings such as the World Awareness Children's Museum in Glens Falls. Click the button below for a complete listing of all available museum passes.
Faxes are now FREE!
Great news! All faxing at the Waterford Public Library is now free of charge. We recognize that this is an essential service for many of our community members, and the library felt that it was necessary to make the service as accessible as possible. You do not have to be a cardholder to take advantage of it.
Book Donations Welcome
The library is currently accepting book donations for a limited time. Many donations are added directly to the library's catalog, but any extra will be put out for sale in the lobby area. For a full list of guidelines regarding book donations, click the button below. Give us a call with any questions!
We are looking for Craft Supplies!
If you have excess craft supplies you would like to donate to the library or would like to gift us with items, we would welcome any donations. The library is specifically looking for beads, jewelry supplies, yarn, crochet hooks, paint and paintbrushes, and watercolor paper and canvas. These materials will go toward future craft programs at the library.
If you happen to be looking for craft supplies yourself, we are holding a craft swap on May 17th from 10-1 at the library for anyone looking to refresh their collection.
Biweekly Drop-In Tech-Help
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.
New Display from the Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center
The Library is pleased to offer a sneak preview of the Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center's new exhibit debuting on May 1, 2025, titled "Culture, Community and the Canal" in honor of the Erie Canal's bicentennial anniversary.
The library will be handing out kid's activity books featuring the New York State Canal System (courtesy of the New York State Canal Corporation) in conjunction with the exhibit at the library. Come on down and check it out!
Halfmoon Senior Artists Present: Lighthouses & More
Thanks to the talents of community member Diane Steele and the Halfmoon Senior Artists, we have a gorgeous art display up above our public access computers at the moment. All pieces are for sale -- come on in and check them out!
If you are a local artist interested in displaying your work at the library in the future, please reach out to us via social media, or call the library and ask to speak with our director.