Waterford Public Library

Author Talk with Kathryn R. Biel
2026-02-14 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with USA Today Bestselling Author Kathryn R. Biel as she discusses her novels!
Kathryn R. Biel writes low-to-no spice contemporary romance, rom-com, sports romance, and women’s fiction full of humor, heart, and happily-ever-afters. Her books balance the drama and challenges of real life with witty banter, strong heroines, and swoony cinnamon-roll heroes. Whether she’s writing laugh-out-loud romantic comedies, emotional women’s fiction, or heartfelt sports romances, Kathryn delivers stories where resilience, love, and laughter take center stage.
Kathryn is the author of more than 20 books, including the award-winning Live for This, Made for Me, and The UnBRCAble Women Series (Ready for Whatever, Seize the Day, and Underneath It All)
Registration is not required.

Library Closed for President's Day
2026-02-16 | NY
The library will be closed on February 16th, 2026, for President’s Day.

Capital Roots Produce Drop-Off
2026-02-18 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-02-25 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-04 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-11 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-18 10:30 - 11:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Capital Roots’ Squash Hunger program is a food donation initiative that collects and distributes more than 40 tons of fresh produce to our region’s food pantries and shelters each year. The Waterford Library receives its delivery between 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. each Wednesday morning.
Since 2004 Capital Roots has involved thousands of community members in our effort to increase the presence of fresh food on communal tables. We rely on generous gardeners, farmers and grocery shoppers to donate fresh produce to our collection bins and on volunteers to deliver it to food pantries and shelters, some of which feed more than 100 people three meals a day, every day.

Building Toys
2026-02-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join us for an afternoon of building fun! Explore our collection of Legos, Lincoln Logs, and other building toys, all available for you to create with. Ages 5+

Drop-In Tech-Help
2026-02-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join a staff member for hands-on help with your tech needs! Bring your laptop, phone, or tablet with you and any questions you might have and learn to unlock the full potential of your own devices. Tech-Time is a drop-in event every first and third Thursday from 10-11 am, no registration required. If unsure of whether the library can help with your issue, please call ahead: (518) 237-0891.

Kids Craft: Polymer Clay Keychain
2026-02-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Kids will use our collection of polymer clay to create a keychain or zipper pull. Supplies are limited, first come first served.
The clay must be baked to set. Do it at home or pick up later and we’ll bake it for you.
Ages 8+

Fiber Fanatics Meet-Up
2026-02-19 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-26 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-05 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-12 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join our weekly group at the library where we celebrate all crafty hobbies including knitting, crochet, embroidery, and more! All levels of experience welcome. No registration is required.

Weekly Storytime
2026-02-20 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-27 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-06 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-13 10:30 - 11:30 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join us for stories, crafts, and playtime every Friday at 10:30. Best for ages 3-5, but all ages welcome! No registration required.

Golden Leaves Book Club
2026-02-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join our newest book club, the Golden Leaves Book Club, run by Shaunty McMillin, owner of Golden Leaf Books here in Waterford. This is a book club focused on fantasy and romantasy reads. Light refreshments will be provided. No registration necessary. We will be discussing Red Rising by Pierce Brown on February 23 from 6-7. Copies are available for pickup at the Waterford Public Library during the month of February.
Darrow is a Red, a member of the lowest caste in the color-coded society of the future. Like his fellow Reds, he works all day, believing that he and his people are making the surface of Mars livable for future generations. Yet he toils willingly, trusting that his blood and sweat will one day result in a better world for his children. But Darrow and his kind have been betrayed. Soon he discovers that humanity reached the surface generations ago. Vast cities and lush wilds spread across the planet. Darrow—and Reds like him—are nothing more than slaves to a decadent ruling class.

Waterford Readers Book Club
2026-02-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join the library for a monthly book club! We will primarily be reading mysteries and thrillers but other genres may be included from time to time. Our pick for February 24th is The Last One at the Wedding by Jason Rekulak. Copies are available at the check-out desk for pickup during the month of February. No registration is required. Please note that this book club takes place after the library is closed. We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes prior to the start of book club if you wish to check out items or peruse our collection.
Frank Szatowski is shocked when his daughter, Maggie, calls him for the first time in three years. He was convinced that their estrangement would become permanent. He’s even more surprised when she invites him to her upcoming wedding in New Hampshire. It seems that Maggie failed to mention that she’s marrying Aidan Gardner, the son of a famous tech billionaire. Feeling desperately out of place, Frank focuses on reconnecting with Maggie and getting to know her new family. But it’s difficult: Aidan is withdrawn and evasive; Maggie doesn’t seem to have time for him; and he finds that the locals are disturbingly hostile to the Gardners.

CardBoard Kids
2026-02-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Come play a tabletop game from our collection, or bring your own to share. A variety of card and Board games will be available.

Toddler Takeover!
2026-03-03 10:30 - 12:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Bring your little ones to the library for a fun-filled time with a variety of toys and activities! Enjoy a ball pit with tunnels, dress-up clothes, a play kitchen, and more. While all ages are welcome, this event is especially perfect for children 6 and under.

Customer Savings Event with National Grid
2026-03-07 10:30 - 12:30 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Advocates will be on-site to help you explore options and determine your eligibility for assistance including the following:

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
Energy Affordability Program (EAP)
Payment Plans
Budget Plan/Balanced Billing
Special Protections

No registration is necessary, just drop-in between 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Bring a current energy bill and any award letters for other assistance you currently receive.

Library Board Meeting
2026-03-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
The Board of Trustees meets monthly at the library on the 2nd Tuesday of the month beginning at 6pm. All meetings are open to the public. Interested parties can view the board meeting agenda and other items to be discussed here. Documents will be uploaded for viewing 24 hours in advance of the Tuesday meeting. A public comment period will be available at the beginning of each meeting.

Crafter School
2026-03-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Use your imagination to create a work of art with the supplies provided.Each month we will provide a unique project to try.Basic craft supplies will always be available.

Crafternoon: Tree of Life
2026-03-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join us to make a Celtic-inspired Tree of Life wall hanging, a symbol of connection, balance, and growth. This adult craft will add a meaningful, handmade touch to your space. Open to ages 18+. All supplies are provided—just bring your creativity and enjoy a relaxed afternoon at the library. Register here, in person, or by phone. If registration is full please call to be added to the waitlist.

Golden Leaves Book Club
2026-03-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join our newest book club, the Golden Leaves Book Club, run by Shaunty McMillin, owner of Golden Leaf Books here in Waterford. This is a book club focused on fantasy and romantasy reads. Light refreshments will be provided. No registration necessary. We will be discussing Kushiel’s Dart by Jacqueline Carey on March 16 from 6-7. Limited copies are available for pickup at the Waterford Public Library during the month of March.
The land of Terre d’Ange is a place of unsurpassing beauty and grace. It is said that angels found the land and saw it was good… and the ensuing race that rose from the seed of angels and men live by one simple rule: Love as thou wilt. Set in a world of cunning poets, deadly courtiers, heroic traitors, and a truly Machiavellian villainess, this is a novel of grandeur, luxuriance, sacrifice, betrayal, and deeply laid conspiracies. Not since Dune has there been an epic on the scale of Kushiel’s Dart-a massive tale about the violent death of an old age, and the birth of a new.
