Explore the Fascinating World of Insects & Seeing Invisible Light at the Library!

East Greenbush Community Library You Belong Here - Your Community Hub

April 5, 2025

miSci & Dudley Observatory present at the library!

Seeing Invisible Light (6-11) - Fri. 4/18 | 2 p.m. register

Insect Invasion (6-11) - Wed. 4/16 | 2 p.m.

What makes a butterfly an insect? Discover the amazing world of the butterfly, learn the basics of their anatomy, understand their lifecycle, and see their fascinating metamorphosis! Students will also use their artistic skills to create a model of the four stages of the life of a butterfly. Presented by experts from miSci.

Seeing Invisible Light (6-11) - Fri. 4/18 | 2 p.m.

Light isn’t always something we can see, sometimes it is invisible, and we have to use special equipment to reveal its secrets. Join us to learn how astronomers see this invisible light to understand the universe with Dr. Mindy Townsend from the Dudley Observatory!

Free Book-Based Mystery Box just for Teens!

Each box includes 2-3 library books based on your reading preferences, as well as snacks and surprises selected just for you. Register and complete form by 4/15. Pick up starts Tue. 4/29.

Complete Registration Form by 4/15 - Space is Limited

Programs for Adults

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Wednesday Night Book Chat (WNBC) - Wednesdays at 7 p.m. on Facebook

Join us every Wednesday to chat about your recent reads and get recommendations from librarians and other readers. Find WNBC on our Facebook page.

Full WNBC Schedule

Tech-Talk Webinar:

Bluesky Social Media

Wed. 4/9 | 3 p.m.

Learn the basics using next-gen social media platform, Bluesky, to build meaningful connections with your audience.

AI for Small Businesses

with AI Expert

Thu. 4/10 | 6:30 p.m.

Use AI to automate tasks, analyze data, improve customer interactions & more. Includes in-depth Q&A session from AI expert.

Acrylic Painting

with Tracy

Wed. 4/16 | 6 p.m.

Join us for an entertaining and stress-free introduction to the medium of painting with acrylic paints with Tracy. Limited spots left.

Trivia at the Library, 4/22, 6:30 pm, register

Join us for a fun trivia night at the library!

Tue. 4/22 | 6:30 p.m.

Come with a team or as an individual. Questions will include pop culture, music, movies/TV, and more!

Upcoming Programs

Adult Safety: How to Recognize and Avoid Scams - Wed. 4/9, 6 p.m. | REGISTER

Reader's Portal

Explore NoveList, NextReads, and curated lists to find your next great read.

Find Your Next Read TODAY!

Kids, Tweens & Teens

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April is Poetry Month!

Kids, stop by the Children's Room to make a poem and post it on our poetry wall!

Peeps Taste Test Challenge (Gr 6-12)

Mon. 4/7 | 3 p.m. Which Peeps flavor is the best? Join us for a taste test to find out! See how many flavors you can guess correctly and rate your favorites.

Music Together Sample Class (ages 0-5), Fri. 4/11 at 10:30 or 11:30, register starting 3/31

Music Together (ages 0-5)

Fri. 4/11 | 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m.

Join Matt Yaeger for a sample class of Music Together music and movement program! Registration opens 3/31.

Children's Yoga - Mon., 4/14

Visit our events calendar for more information about each program and to register.

10:00 AM: Babies

10:45 AM: Yoga for Littles

11:30 AM: Yoga for Kids

Storytimes! Join us for a fun half hour of stories, songs & rhymes! FULL SCHEDULE

Anime Club (Gr 6-12) Wed. 4/9 | 3 p.m. MORE INFORMATION
Hang out and watch Anime! Held on select Wednesdays.

The Friday Thing (Gr 6-12) Fri. 4/25 | 3 p.m. MORE INFORMATION
Drop by to eat snacks, play games, make stuff! Weekly activities vary.

Kids Reading Challenges

Keep track of the books that have been read to earn free books! Available for all ages. PARTICIPATE TODAY!

Book Bundles for Kids/Teens

Get curated books based on reading preferences and pick up when they're ready! REQUEST BOOK BUNDLE

Friends of The Library Fundraisers

Themed Gift Baskets for April: "Musicals for all Generations" and "Star Wars for all Generations." Tickets are on sale at the Borrower Services Desk for $1 each. The drawing is 4/30.

Last Day of Spring Book & Media Sale - Sunday, April 6th, 11-2:30 p.m.: Get ready to score some amazing deals on books, DVDs, and limited quantity of Jigsaw puzzles for all ages. BAG SALE ONLY, bring your own grocery-size bag.

Library Swag Shop: For a limited time (April 1st - May 31st) the Friends will be selling library-themed merch! They're offering t-shirts (5 designs, all sizes, 2 color options), travel mugs and window clings. T-shirts are available through online ordering only, all other items are on sale at the Borrower Services Desk.

T-Shirt Orders: The Friends will email you when your is ready for pick up at the Borrower Services Desk.

View T-Shirt Designs & Order (Online Only)

Learn more about the Friends of the Library fundraising initiatives and the library programs and collections they support through Friends Grants.

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