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Scotia building repairs

All Day 4/1–4/10
Closing
Branches:
Scotia Branch Library

4th Annual Peeps Art Contest

All Day 4/6–4/18
Children, Teen & Tween, Families
KBJ Children's Space
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ Children's Space
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Event Details:

Calling all young artists and candy lovers! It’s time to turn your favorite Peeps into works of art at SCPL’s 4th Annual Peeps Show! Show off your creativity with your own peeps infused diorama!

Teen Kits: DIY Tin Wallets

04/06/2026 @ 9:00am–04/11/2026 @ 5:00pm
Teen & Tween
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Earth Day
Event Details:

Upcycle an Altoid tin into your new wallet! Tins and necessary items like mirrors and money clips are included, along with decoration supplies, earbuds, and a snack. Available at the Children's Desk while supplies last!

Tween & Teen Take & Make Craft: Beaded Backpack Charms

10:00am–5:00pm
Teen & Tween
Library Branch: Glenville Branch Library
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Event Details:

Drop-in any time to pick up and take home a kit to make a unique and adorable charm that would look great on any backpack! 

Recommended for kids ages 9 and up. First come, first served, while supplies last.

National Library Week: DIY Magnets

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Niskayuna Meeting Room
Library Branch: Niskayuna Branch Library
Room: Niskayuna Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Event Details:

In honor of National Library Week we will be creating magnets and bookmarks using a variety of crafting supplies.  Fun for the whole family!  Registration will not be required.

Tween & Teen Take & Make Craft: Beaded Backpack Charms

12:00pm–7:00pm
Teen & Tween
Library Branch: Glenville Branch Library
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Event Details:

Drop-in any time to pick up and take home a kit to make a unique and adorable charm that would look great on any backpack! 

Recommended for kids ages 9 and up. First come, first served, while supplies last.

Spring Cactus Craft

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Teen & Tween
Quaker Street Meeting Area
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Quaker Street Branch Library
Room: Quaker Street Meeting Area
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come make a 3-D cactus craft! The perfect plant because it does not need sun or water. For school aged kids, tweens and teens. 

Tween & Teen Take & Make Craft: Beaded Backpack Charms

10:00am–5:00pm
Teen & Tween
Library Branch: Glenville Branch Library
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Event Details:

Drop-in any time to pick up and take home a kit to make a unique and adorable charm that would look great on any backpack! 

Recommended for kids ages 9 and up. First come, first served, while supplies last.

Make an Erupting Volcano

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Teen & Tween
Quaker Street Meeting Area
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Quaker Street Branch Library
Room: Quaker Street Meeting Area
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween
Program Type: Earth Day, S.T.E.A.M.
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a volcano out of air dry clay! Decorate it and make it your own. Then see your volcano in action and watch it erupt!

For school aged kids in grades K - 5.

Teens Unplugged: Found Poetry

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teen & Tween
KBJ Teen Space
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ Teen Space
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Event Details:

Chill out and de-stress from school at the library! Join us each month for relaxing activities that don’t feature a screen. Snacks and supplies provided! This time, we'll make found poetry out of old books and magazines. 

Tween & Teen Take & Make Craft: Beaded Backpack Charms

10:00am–5:00pm
Teen & Tween
Library Branch: Glenville Branch Library
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Event Details:

Drop-in any time to pick up and take home a kit to make a unique and adorable charm that would look great on any backpack! 

Recommended for kids ages 9 and up. First come, first served, while supplies last.

Whispering Willow Bird Program

2:00pm–3:30pm
Children, Teen & Tween, Families
KBJ McChesney Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ McChesney Room
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Program Type: Earth Day, Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join the library in meeting the rescue birds from Whispering Willow Wild Care! During this exciting educational hour learn all about local New York State birds of prey and the effort needed to care for them.

Balloon Magic Show

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Teen & Tween, Families, Adult
KBJ McChesney Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ McChesney Room
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween, Families, Adult
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Barb filled presents a balloon magic show full of wonder and will teach participants to use their own creative ideas to design unique balloon sculptures.

Baby-Sitters Club Grab and Go Craft Kits

All Day 4/13–4/18
Children, Teen & Tween
Rotterdam Tabling (Interior)
Library Branch: Rotterdam Branch Library
Room: Rotterdam Tabling (Interior)
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Event Details:

Calling all honorary members of The BSC!

Slime Lab

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children, Teen & Tween
Bornt Meeting/Program Room 2
Library Branch: Phyllis Bornt Branch Library & Literacy Center
Room: Bornt Meeting/Program Room 2
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, S.T.E.A.M.
Event Details:

Get inspired by slime science! Join us to enjoy a storybook reading and create a different slimy masterpiece each week. For slimers ages 6 - 12. Refreshments are provided.

Teen Writing Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teen & Tween
KBJ Slater Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ Slater Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come write in! Poets, novelists, cartoonists, and more are invited to an hour of writing inspiration and sharing. Work on your existing projects or try a new prompt in a supportive and welcoming atmosphere.

Trash Parade 2026 Info & Planning Session

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Teen & Tween, Families, Adult, All Ages
KBJ McChesney Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ McChesney Room
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween, Families, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Earth Day, S.T.E.A.M.
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Eric Ayotte and Schoharie River Center for an informational session about this year's Trash Parade!

Earth Day Seed Bomb Grab & Go Kits

04/19/2026 @ 12:00pm–04/25/2026 @ 5:00pm
Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Offsite Event
Library Branch: All Locations
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Program Type: Earth Day
Event Details:

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, grab a Seed Bomb Kit to beautify your garden or neighborhood. Kits are limited and they cannot be held. Walk up to get yours while supplies last.

Earth Day Seed Bomb Grab & Go Kits

04/20/2026 @ 12:00pm–04/26/2026 @ 5:00pm
Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Offsite Event
Library Branch: All Locations
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Program Type: Earth Day
Event Details:

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, grab a Seed Bomb Kit to beautify your garden or neighborhood. Kits are limited and they cannot be held. Walk up to get yours while supplies last.

Slime Lab

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children, Teen & Tween
Bornt Meeting/Program Room 2
Library Branch: Phyllis Bornt Branch Library & Literacy Center
Room: Bornt Meeting/Program Room 2
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, S.T.E.A.M.
Event Details:

Get inspired by slime science! Join us to enjoy a storybook reading and create a different slimy masterpiece each week. For slimers ages 6 - 12. Refreshments are provided.

Earth Day Seed Bomb Grab & Go Kits

04/21/2026 @ 12:00pm–04/27/2026 @ 5:00pm
Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Offsite Event
Library Branch: All Locations
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Program Type: Earth Day
Event Details:

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, grab a Seed Bomb Kit to beautify your garden or neighborhood. Kits are limited and they cannot be held. Walk up to get yours while supplies last.

Earth Day Seed Bomb Grab & Go Kits

04/22/2026 @ 12:00pm–04/28/2026 @ 5:00pm
Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Offsite Event
Library Branch: All Locations
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Program Type: Earth Day
Event Details:

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, grab a Seed Bomb Kit to beautify your garden or neighborhood. Kits are limited and they cannot be held. Walk up to get yours while supplies last.

Earth Day Seed Bomb Grab & Go Kits

04/23/2026 @ 12:00pm–04/29/2026 @ 5:00pm
Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Offsite Event
Library Branch: All Locations
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Program Type: Earth Day
Event Details:

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, grab a Seed Bomb Kit to beautify your garden or neighborhood. Kits are limited and they cannot be held. Walk up to get yours while supplies last.

Teens Unplugged: Paint Swatch Oracles

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teen & Tween
KBJ Teen Space
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library
Room: KBJ Teen Space
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Event Details:

Chill out and de-stress from school at the library! Join us each month for relaxing activities that don’t feature a screen. Snacks and supplies provided! This time, we'll design our own oracle decks using paint swatches.