This program is part of The Empowered Caregiver Series presented by the Alzheimer's Association. Dementia affects a person's ability to communicate, making it hard to convey their wants and needs to the people around them. Caregivers can learn to use a person-centered approach to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, […]
A fundamental class of tea basics that summarize various topics related to tea. We’ll discuss the difference between tea and tisanes, types of tea, brewing techniques, and health benefits. A tasting of 4 major types of tea is provided. This is an adult class, but teens are also welcome to attend. Registration is required as […]
Need Health Insurance? Meet with an MVP representative at the library on the 4th Friday of the month from 10 am - 12 pm. They can help with new enrollment, renewals, and coverage questions for any plans through the New York State of Health marketplace. Free and confidential service. You may need the following on-hand […]
Whether you’re brand new to bird feeding or looking to level up your backyard habitat, this quick primer presented by Carol Quantock from the Audubon Society of the Capital Region will give you practical tools to turn your outdoor space into a favorite stop for local birds. Which feeders and foods draw different birds How […]
Advocates will be on-site to help you explore options and determine your eligibility for assistance including the following: Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) which also provides cooling assistance Energy Affordability Program (EAP) Payment Plans Budget Plan/Balanced Billing Special Protections No registration is necessary, just drop-in between 5-6:30 pm. Bring a current energy bill and any […]
Need Health Insurance? Meet with an MVP representative at the library on the 4th Friday of the month from 10 am - 12 pm. They can help with new enrollment, renewals, and coverage questions for any plans through the New York State of Health marketplace. Free and confidential service. You may need the following on-hand […]
For more than a century, the Six Nations of the Haudenosaunee kept a strong alliance with the people of Colonial New York. However, the tensions of the American Revolution would shatter this relationship and sunder the bonds of the Six Nations themselves. This presentation explores one of the darkest chapters of the American Revolution which […]
Everyone deserves a life with the healthiest brain possible, and we can all take action to help protect our brain health. Join us for a presentation and discussion by the Alzheimer's Association, highlighting brain-healthy actions we can ALL build into our routines, including the U.S. POINTER study recipe. You'll learn about: Why brain health matters […]
Join us to learn how to stay sharp, stay ready, and stay safe in every aspect of your daily life with author and safety expert Dannah Eve’s book, Street Smarts: Trust Your Instincts, Outsmart Danger, and Stay Safe in a World That Isn’t. Dannah Eve has always been street smart, and for the past several years, […]
Join us for an informational program where you will learn: How to harvest seeds from your garden When to harvest seeds How to dry/preserve your seeds to plant in future years This informational talk is given by Cornell Cooperative Extension Horticulture Educator Madison Blodgett. All are welcome to attend. Registration is appreciated but not necessary.
A National Grid advocate will be on-site to help you explore options and determine your eligibility for assistance including the following: Energy Affordability Program (EAP) Payment Plans Budget Plan/Balanced Billing Special Protections No registration is necessary, just drop-in between 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. Bring a current energy bill and any award letters for other […]
Bring the vibrant, comforting flavors of an authentic Mexican kitchen straight to your home! Join us for a mouth-watering, lively conversation with viral social media star Jenny Martinez as we dive into her celebrated debut cookbook, My Mexican Mesa, Y Listo! Beautiful Flavors, Family Style. Famous for her warm personality and her signature catchphrase, "y listo […]
Create your own mental health toolkit alongside fellow community members. We'll decoupage puzzle boxes with library-provided materials and discuss coping strategies for difficult days. Worksheets and starter resources will be available to help fill your kit. Registration is required. Please RSVP below or call the library. If the program is full, call us at (518) […]
Join us for informational talk on bird migration, presented by Carol Quantock from the Audubon Society of the Capital Region. All are welcome to attend and registration is appreciated, but not required. Carol Quantock is a local environmental advocate and native plant gardener. She has been an active birder for almost 50 years, and is […]
Join us for an empowering, eye-opening virtual conversation with renowned wellness expert Yasmine Cheyenne as we discuss her transformative new book, The Comeback Era: From Limiting Beliefs to Living Without Limits. Through reconnecting with "Little You"—the person you were before the world told you who to be—you’ll stop performing for everyone else and start living […]