Join the library and resident historian/librarian Anne M. for a presentation on folk horror. Magic, monsters, witch hunts, sacrifice--folk horror has been around for a long time. Find out how this genre speaks to our cultural anxieties and learn about the strange histories that helped create it. Registration for this event is required.

Join reference staff for help with your tech needs! Tuesdays at 10:00-11:00 a.m., a staff member will be available to assist patrons with basic tech help. Bring your laptop, phone, or tablet with you and any questions you might have. Tech-Time is a drop-in event, no registration required.

Join the library and Sarah from the Troy Sew Shop for this hands-on, two-session workshop. Sarah will guide participants through the process of sewing a bag, from cutting out fabric, to ironing seams, to using a sewing machine. This class is perfect for beginner or intermediate sewers. All materials will be provided.

This program has been made possible through Arts Thrive and Grow which has been funded by New York State, Kathy Hochul, Governor. We thank Senate Majority Leader Andrea, Stewart Cousins for her extraordinary commitment and leadership, and our elected officials who represent our grantmaking region: Senators Jake Ashby and Neil D. Breslin; Assemblymembers Scott H. Bendett, Patricia Fahy, John T. McDonald III, Angelo Santabarbara, Phil Steck, and Mary Beth Walsh. Sponsored by The Arts Center of the Capital Region.

Join gamemaster Ernst as he leads you through perilous adventuring and epic storytelling. Open to teens 12-18 years of age. This is a tabletop role playing game event that will include character creation, collaborative storytelling, creative problem solving and SNACKS! If you're new to our DnD group, please call the Library ahead of the event and speak to Ernst.  

We will share stories, songs, movement , and play for your child's enrichment.  Join us for this dynamic learning experience as we help them get ready to read!
For children ages 0-5 with a parent or caregiver.  No need to register for this drop-in event.

Join us for a fun and safe Trunk or Treat event in the parking lot of the Lansingburgh Boys and Girls Club! This is a free event for kids ages 0-18. We will have many trunks and LOTS of treats, plus some other fun activities for kids. Bring the whole family on down! No registration necessary. 

Kids ages 0-6 are welcome to this early literacy storytime with their adults/caregivers. Join us for learning in a safe environment through play, song, stories, and fun! No registration required.
Focus will be on early literacy skills like phonological and print awareness. As your child follows a story, they learn narrative skills, sequences, and vocabulary to help them describe and understand the world around them. Musical elements of storytime emphasize rhythm and help with young ones motor skills. Craft projects aid with social skills, printing practice, and recognition.

A class that is focused on a gentler style of hatha yoga practice. It is performed at a slower pace, with less intense positions, and usually includes extended time for meditation, yogic breath work, and relaxation. All skill levels are welcome, modifications will be provided. Please wear loose/comfortable clothing and bring your yoga mat. Class takes place at the Lansingburgh Branch Library - 27  114th Street, Troy. Call the Branch if you have any questions about this program: 518-235-5310.
PLEASE REGISTER FOR ADULT YOGA USING THE 'REGISTER NOW' BUTTON. IF YOU DO NOT REGISTER YOU MAY NOT BE ADMITTED TO THE CLASS. 

Join Greta our loveable reading dog every Saturday from 11 am to 12 pm.
Kids may read to her or just visit.  All are welcome.

• Doors open at 6 pm
• Reading sign-up is from 6 – 6:30 pm, tea will be available
• Poetry readings begin at 6:30 pm, following a brief introduction
• Program ends around 7:30 pm

• Readers may recite original poetry or favorites written by others
• Order of readings will be based on the sign-up list
• Each reader will have 3-5 minutes or no more than 3 pages
  • Time limitations will be strictly enforced to ensure all readers can participate
• Poems should not contain language unsuitable for families (e.g. profanity, sexually explicit)
• As a courtesy, please remain until the final poems are read

Join reference staff for help with your tech needs! Tuesdays at 10:00-11:00 a.m., a staff member will be available to assist patrons with basic tech help. Bring your laptop, phone, or tablet with you and any questions you might have. Tech-Time is a drop-in event, no registration required.

Join this evening book group as we explore mystery fiction as chosen by the group. Meets on the first Tuesday of each month.
No registration necessary. 
November Mystery book discussion of Like a Sister by Kelley Garrett. Copies are available digitally and phyiscal copies are available at the Lansingburgh Branch Library. 


Short Description
When the body of disgraced reality TV star Desiree Pierce is found on a playground in the Bronx the morning after her 25th birthday party, the police and the media are quick to declare her death an overdose. It’s a tragedy, certainly, but not a crime.

But Desiree’s half-sister Lena Scott knows that can’t be the case. A graduate student at Columbia, Lena has spent the past decade forging her own path far from the spotlight, but some facts about Desiree just couldn’t have changed since their childhood. And Desiree would never travel above 125th Street. So why is no one listening to her?

Despite the bitter truth that the two haven’t spoken in two years, torn apart by Desiree’s partying and by their father, Mel, a wealthy and influential hip-hop mogul, Lena becomes determined to find justice for her sister, even if it means untangling her family’s darkest secrets—or ending up dead herself

Join the library and Erin E. for Chess Club, where chess enthusiasts of all levels come together to sharpen their skills, compete, and have fun! Whether you're a beginner eager to learn the ropes or an experienced player looking to improve your game, this club offers a supportive and engaging environment for all. Each session will feature structured lessons on strategies, tactics, and game analysis, followed by practice matches and friendly competitions. Special sessions will include puzzle-solving challenges and tournament play. Our goal is to help you grow as a player, no matter where you're starting from. Registration for chess club is required as space is limited. Open to adults and teens 16+.

Erin is a passionate chess player with a rating of 1500 in rapid chess, aiming to reach 1700. Her journey with chess has been filled with ups and downs, but she is constantly striving to improve and share her love for the game. Outside of chess, she enjoys fly fishing and tennis.

First Tuesday of the month, 6-7 pm 
Do you like video games or board games, or just want a fun place to hang out with your friends? Come to Main for some free games and snacks! Ages 13-18.
 

Join gamemaster Ernst as he leads you through perilous adventuring and epic storytelling. Open to teens 12-18 years of age. This is a tabletop role playing game event that will include character creation, collaborative storytelling, creative problem solving and SNACKS! If you're new to our DnD group, please call the Library ahead of the event and speak to Ernst.  

Join us for a romance book club, aptly titled "The Happily Ever After Book Club." The only rule is that the book has to have a happy ending! The book club meets on the first Wednesday of each month. Tea and light refreshments will be provided. No registration is required. Our book for November 6, at 6:30 p.m. is The Night Ends with Fire, by K.X. Song. This month we will be joined in our discussion by the cover artist, Adam Auerbach.

"Infused with magic and romance, this sweeping fantasy adventure inspired by the legend of Mulan follows a young woman determined to choose her own destiny—even if that means going against everyone she loves."

Copies of the book can be picked up at the Main Library at the checkout desk during the month of October. Copies are also available on Libby (free access with your library card).
 

We will share stories, songs, movement , and play for your child's enrichment.  Join us for this dynamic learning experience as we help them get ready to read!
For children ages 0-5 with a parent or caregiver.  No need to register for this drop-in event.

A class that is focused on a gentler style of hatha yoga practice. It is performed at a slower pace, with less intense positions, and usually includes extended time for meditation, yogic breath work, and relaxation. All skill levels are welcome, modifications will be provided. Please wear loose/comfortable clothing and bring your yoga mat. Class takes place at the Lansingburgh Branch Library - 27  114th Street, Troy. Call the Branch if you have any questions about this program: 518-235-5310.
PLEASE REGISTER FOR ADULT YOGA USING THE 'REGISTER NOW' BUTTON. IF YOU DO NOT REGISTER YOU MAY NOT BE ADMITTED TO THE CLASS. 

Join Greta our loveable reading dog every Saturday from 11 am to 12 pm.
Kids may read to her or just visit.  All are welcome.

Welcoming kids of all ages that are interested in channeling some Winter time creativity! Come and learn about the fascinating world of birds that grace our Winter skies, and craft a pine cone bird feeder to provide some treats for our feathered friends! All kids will also receive a Winter bird watching journal to take home. No registration necessary. 

Instructor Bio:
Hi, my name is Zach, or “Mr. Zach” as the students call me. I have been working in the fields of Garden Education, Regenerative Food Production and Ecological Design for about 5 years. My mission is to teach communities how to grow nutrient-dense food, increase our positive ecological footprint, and get the dirt underneath our fingernails.