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Survivor's Support Services

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Teen & Tween, Adult
Woodlawn Branch Library
Library Branch: Woodlawn Branch Library
Room: Woodlawn Tabling (Interior)
Age Group: Teen & Tween, Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Provide information on sexual assault

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Tween Graphic Novel Book Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Registration
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Room: KBJ Slater Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join Librarian Laura in a book discussion of Cold War Correspondent by Nathan Hale and a related craft. Snacks and drinks will also be provided! For kids aged 9-12.

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

So You Want To Be... A Librarian

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen & Tween, All Ages
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Room: KBJ Slater Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween, All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

What do you want to be when you grow up? For high schoolers, the questions of college and careers can be big ones. For adults seeking a career change, the methods for doing so may feel daunting.

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teen Crochet Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen & Tween
Scotia Branch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Scotia Branch Library
Room: Scotia Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

We meet the first Monday of each month. Bring your own project to work on in the company other teens. Share your techniques, patterns, and ideas. All skill levels, beginner to advanced welcome!

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teen Writing Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Registration
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Room: KBJ Slater Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teens Unplugged: Board Game Edition

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
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! In May, we'll be playing some board games.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Gather and Game: Chess Edition

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Teen & Tween, Adult
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Room: KBJ McChesney Room
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween, Adult
Event Details:

Come by and enjoy a game of chess at Gather and Game: Chess Edition! Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player looking for a challenge, this is the perfect spot for a casual, fun game.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Bright Minds Gaming and Learning

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Quaker Street Branch Library
Library Branch: Quaker Street Branch Library
Room: Quaker Street Meeting Area
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, S.T.E.A.M.
Event Details:

A group where homeschool and public school students meet to play educational games, do crafts or projects that challenges the brain. Meet new families from different backgrounds and learn from each other! For families with kids & teens.

Library Closed - Memorial Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
All Locations, Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central 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
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teens Unplugged: Reading Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
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! In May, we'll have a reading party, plus gift books to take home.

Library Closed - Juneteenth

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
All Locations, Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central 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
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teens Unplugged: Pride Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
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 event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teen Writing Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Registration
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Room: KBJ Slater Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Library Closed - Independence Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
All Locations, Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central 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
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

1-Page Game Jam

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Registration
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Room: KBJ Slater Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/Maker, Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Do you love TTRPGs (tabletop role-playing games)? Have you always wanted to try designing a game of your own? Join this game jam and create a one-page TTRPG!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

ECCC 2025: David Engel's Superhero Training Academy

10:30am - 11:30am
Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Room: KBJ McChesney Room
Age Group: Children, Teen & Tween, Families
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Performance
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teen Writing Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Registration
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Room: KBJ Slater Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teen Writing Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Registration
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Room: KBJ Slater Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teens Unplugged: Solar Lanterns

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
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! In July, we'll make lanterns from vellum and solar-powered tea lights.

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teen Writing Club: In Residence

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Registration
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Room: KBJ Slater Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Experience a writer's residency at the library!

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teen Writing Club: In Residence

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Registration
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Room: KBJ Slater Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Experience a writer's residency at the library!

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teen Writing Club: In Residence

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Registration
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Room: KBJ Slater Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Experience a writer's residency at the library!

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teen Writing Club: In Residence

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Registration
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Room: KBJ Slater Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Experience a writer's residency at the library!

This event is in the "Teen & Tween" group.

Teen Writing Club: In Residence

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen & Tween
Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Registration
Library Branch: Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library
Room: KBJ Slater Room
Age Group: Teen & Tween
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Experience a writer's residency at the library!