Children's Programming

Learn about forensic science and how evolving technology helps scientists and detectives discover the truth about mysterious criminal cases. “Detectives in training” participate in a mock investigation where they identify the main types of fingerprints, explore the science of chromatography, learn about DNA and how to extract it, and use evidence to identify the culprit. […]

Join WMHT Public Television for science fun. Families use familiar tools and materials to have fun and help children develop an understanding of the physical world. Ages 7+ years with their parent/caregiver Programs are at time listed and require prior registration. Sign up for programs by visiting the children's section or by contacting the library […]

Come learn about a variety of arachnid, amphibian, and larger reptiles! Meet BIG snakes, turtle/tortoise, and lizards. All Ages Programs are at time listed and require prior registration. Sign up for programs by visiting the children's section or by contacting the library at (518)237-0891. Registration begins June 23rd.

A flextangle is a three-dimensional paper ring, which is composed of several connected pyramids, that combine to make an infinite loop. Create your own design or use one of our templets. Programs are at time listed and require prior registration. Sign up for programs by visiting the children’s section or by contacting the library at […]

What do table tennis balls, Airzookas and Viking ships have in common? They are all part of this exciting immersion into the science of air pressure and Bernoulli's principle! Children will be amazed as they learn to defy gravity and will learn about vortices with cotton candy! Programs are at time listed and require prior […]