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Scotia Branch Library OPEN • Meeting Room CLOSED

All Day 1/27 - 3/31
Scotia Branch Library

Scotia Branch Library's meeting room is unavailable until further notice due to building repairs after damage caused by burst heating pipes.

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Branches:
Scotia Branch Library
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Scotia Branch Library's meeting room is unavailable until further notice due to building repairs after damage caused by burst heating pipes.

2026 Beat the Snow Concert Series

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
KBJ McChesney Room at Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
All Ages
All concerts start at 2pm.
Admission to this wonderful Concert Series is FREE.

Jan 4:   As Iz–One-Man Band

Jan 11:   Musicats Duo–Jazz/Latin

Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ McChesney Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:
All concerts start at 2pm.
Admission to this wonderful Concert Series is FREE.

Jan 4:   As Iz–One-Man Band

Jan 11:   Musicats Duo–Jazz/Latin

Book A Librarian

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

Library Branch: Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

Basic Knitting with Michelle

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Woodlawn Meeting Room at Woodlawn Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/Maker
Age Group:
All Ages

Michelle will teach the basics of knitting. All supplies will be available.

Come and enjoy the benefits of knitting in a relaxing environment.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodlawn Branch Library
Room: Woodlawn Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Michelle will teach the basics of knitting. All supplies will be available.

Come and enjoy the benefits of knitting in a relaxing environment.

2026 Beat the Snow Concert Series

Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
KBJ McChesney Room at Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
All Ages
All concerts start at 2pm.
Admission to this wonderful Concert Series is FREE.

Jan 4:   As Iz–One-Man Band

Jan 11:   Musicats Duo–Jazz/Latin

Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ McChesney Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:
All concerts start at 2pm.
Admission to this wonderful Concert Series is FREE.

Jan 4:   As Iz–One-Man Band

Jan 11:   Musicats Duo–Jazz/Latin

Book A Librarian

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

Library Branch: Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

Bingo

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Woodlawn Children's Area at Woodlawn Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Enjoy a friendly game of Bingo with light refreshments. 

Winners awarded small prizes.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Woodlawn Branch Library
Room: Woodlawn Children's Area
Age Group: All Ages
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a friendly game of Bingo with light refreshments. 

Winners awarded small prizes.

2026 Beat the Snow Concert Series

Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
KBJ McChesney Room at Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
All Ages
All concerts start at 2pm.
Admission to this wonderful Concert Series is FREE.

Jan 4:   As Iz–One-Man Band

Jan 11:   Musicats Duo–Jazz/Latin

Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ McChesney Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:
All concerts start at 2pm.
Admission to this wonderful Concert Series is FREE.

Jan 4:   As Iz–One-Man Band

Jan 11:   Musicats Duo–Jazz/Latin

BINGO

Bingo

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Mont Pleasant Meeting Room A (aka Program Room 1) at Mont Pleasant Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Come out to Bingo night for a night of fun and games. Librarian Ali will lead you through multiple rounds of the classic game with plenty of chances to win big. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mont Pleasant Branch Library
Room: Mont Pleasant Meeting Room A (aka Program Room 1)
Age Group: All Ages
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come out to Bingo night for a night of fun and games. Librarian Ali will lead you through multiple rounds of the classic game with plenty of chances to win big. 

Library Closed - Easter

All Day
All Locations, Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library, Glenville Branch Library, Mont Pleasant Branch Library, Niskayuna Branch Library, Phyllis Bornt Branch Library & Literacy Center, Quaker Street Branch Library, Rotterdam Branch Library, Scotia Branch Library, Woodlawn Branch Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
All Locations, Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library, Glenville Branch Library, Mont Pleasant Branch Library, Niskayuna Branch Library, Phyllis Bornt Branch Library & Literacy Center, Quaker Street Branch Library, Rotterdam Branch Library, Scotia Branch Library, Woodlawn Branch Library, Off Site

Book A Librarian

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

Library Branch: Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

2026 Beat the Snow Concert Series

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
KBJ McChesney Room at Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
All Ages
All concerts start at 2pm.
Admission to this wonderful Concert Series is FREE.

Jan 4:   As Iz–One-Man Band

Jan 11:   Musicats Duo–Jazz/Latin

Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ McChesney Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:
All concerts start at 2pm.
Admission to this wonderful Concert Series is FREE.

Jan 4:   As Iz–One-Man Band

Jan 11:   Musicats Duo–Jazz/Latin

Book A Librarian

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

Library Branch: Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

Woodlawn Plant Exchange

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Woodlawn Children's Area at Woodlawn Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Come enjoy the Woodlawn Plant Exchange on April 15, 1-4pm. 

Library Branch: Woodlawn Branch Library
Room: Woodlawn Children's Area
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Come enjoy the Woodlawn Plant Exchange on April 15, 1-4pm. 

The Joy of Native Plants

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
KBJ McChesney Room at Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M.
Age Group:
All Ages

The Joy of Native Plants: Create Your Pollinator Paradise Ready to bring your yard to life?

Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ McChesney Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: S.T.E.A.M.
Event Details:

The Joy of Native Plants: Create Your Pollinator Paradise Ready to bring your yard to life?

Poetry Flyer

Open Mic Poetry Afternoon with Schenectady Poet Laureate Adonis Richards

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
KBJ McChesney Room at Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Program Type:
Writing, Performance
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us in a welcoming and relaxed environment for the reading of original or favorite poetry, short stories, spoken word, etc. with special guest, Schenectady Poet Laureate, Adonis Richards.

Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ McChesney Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Writing, Performance
Event Details:

Join us in a welcoming and relaxed environment for the reading of original or favorite poetry, short stories, spoken word, etc. with special guest, Schenectady Poet Laureate, Adonis Richards.

2026 Beat the Snow Concert Series

Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
KBJ McChesney Room at Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
All Ages
All concerts start at 2pm.
Admission to this wonderful Concert Series is FREE.

Jan 4:   As Iz–One-Man Band

Jan 11:   Musicats Duo–Jazz/Latin

Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ McChesney Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:
All concerts start at 2pm.
Admission to this wonderful Concert Series is FREE.

Jan 4:   As Iz–One-Man Band

Jan 11:   Musicats Duo–Jazz/Latin

Book A Librarian

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

Library Branch: Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

2026 Beat the Snow Concert Series

Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
KBJ McChesney Room at Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
All Ages

Schedule for 2026 Beat the Snow Concert Series:

Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ McChesney Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Schedule for 2026 Beat the Snow Concert Series:

Book A Librarian

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

Library Branch: Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

Shade Gardening

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Niskayuna Meeting Room at Niskayuna Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages

You can turn the shady part of your yard into a cool, tranquil and beautiful spot. This class will cover the design, planning and maintenance of a shade garden.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Niskayuna Branch Library
Room: Niskayuna Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Registration Required
Event Details:

You can turn the shady part of your yard into a cool, tranquil and beautiful spot. This class will cover the design, planning and maintenance of a shade garden.

Book A Librarian

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

Library Branch: Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

bingo

Bingo

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Mont Pleasant Meeting Room A (aka Program Room 1) at Mont Pleasant Branch Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Families, All Ages

Come out to Bingo night for a night of fun and games. Librarian Ali will lead you through multiple rounds of the classic game with plenty of chances to win big.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mont Pleasant Branch Library
Room: Mont Pleasant Meeting Room A (aka Program Room 1)
Age Group: Families, All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come out to Bingo night for a night of fun and games. Librarian Ali will lead you through multiple rounds of the classic game with plenty of chances to win big.

Book A Librarian

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.

Library Branch: Rotterdam Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Book a Librarian is a one-on-one session for personalized reference assistance with a librarian that is uninterrupted.