Event List

Unwind and get creative with circular weaving. This craft is perfect for adults looking to try something new, no experience needed. We’ll provide the materials and guide you through the basics.

Winter isn't just about evergreens - there are plenty of flowers and shrubs that bloom in the coldest months of the year. Join us to paint some winter flowers and enjoy some chill vibes. 

Registration is required.

Do you want to build a snowman... out of paper? Drop by and make some 3D paper snowmen ornaments or chill out and decorate some paper hats and mittens.

Have you noticed how children love a box, sometimes even more than its contents?  After story time, including Not a Box by Antoinette Portis, we will have a variety of boxes and cardboard bricks for free play.

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

Join us for a night of felt-tastic fun as we make felt heart shapes using cookie cutters to create a festive garland. Felting is a beginner-friendly craft, but be mindful that needle felting involves sharp needles used to stab wool.

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

Join us for an evening of Chinese calligraphy with expert instructor Richard Wang of the Chinese Community Center of The Capital District. We will learn about this ancient traditional art and create our own works. Registration required.

Join us in the Children's Place for a themed craft activity. 

Some animals change their coats in the winter, just like you! Learn about how some animals adapt to the winter, then make a pine cone snowy owl.  

Send a little love to someone by creating your own watercolor Valentines. Create your own designs or try making a Victorian Love Token.

Create a Valentine (or two) as unique as you! This process art program will include paint, fancy paper and more. Prepare to get a little messy.   

Back by popular demand: join local artist Ruby Silvious for a special workshop where participants will create a mixed media piece using dried emptied-out used tea bags as

Celebrate beloved author Mo Willems with a story time performance starring Elephant & Piggie, followed by crafts and activities, and concluding with a special screening of Mo Willems' stories.

Make your own watercolor pillowcase. We'll use sharpies and rubbing alcohol to make a watercolor effect on a pillowcase that is yours to take home! Supplies provided. For grades 6-12. 

Turn circuit-boards and other electronic components into one-of-a-kind jewelry. This craft utilizes sharp tools and supplies, and is recommended for those who have the dexterity and discipline to use them safely.

Celebrate the Year of the Horse with paper crafts.

All abilities welcome. Recommended for ages 3 and up.

Join us for painting at the library. We will have painting supplies, video instructions and beverages.

We will be using acrylic paints which can stain. Please dress accordingly.