Waterford Public Library

Diamond Dot Art Club
2026-08-05 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-09-02 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Come hang out with fellow crafters for this fun yet mindful art form! Bring your own projects, or choose from a variety of kits we have available. From stickers, to keychains, to full canvases, we will have many options to choose from! Open to teens and adults, beginners welcome! RSVP below or call the library at 518-237-0891.

Drop-In Tech-Help
2026-08-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-03 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.

Online Author Talk: Holly Capelle
2026-08-06 14:00 - 15:00 | NY
Connect with your food like never before by diving into the art of preserving. In her new book, Preserving the Seasons, author, cook, and expert home preserver Holly Capelle offers a comprehensive guide to canning, jamming, infusing, drying, dehydrating, pickling, and more!
Preserving the Seasons provides clear and safe best practices for preserving herbs, fruit, vegetables, and edible flowers. It is one-stop shopping for the simplest and safest methods: jamming, infusing, drying, dehydrating, freezing, freeze-drying, and quick-pickling.
Highlights include:

100+ recipes such as dry rubs, marinades, pie fillings, that use what you’ve preserved.
Expert tips and lists of equipment needed for each preserving method.
Hundreds of full color photographs that guide and inspire.
A comprehensive list of herbs for botanical teas and an exhaustive guide to edible flowers with preserving and usage notes. (Think: Compound butter! Cake decorations!)
Original recipes for jams and jellies, such as Wild Violet jelly and Spiced Raspberry Jam.
Ideas for infusing salt, sugar, honey, oil, and vinegar to elevate cooking.
A user-friendly index that quickly helps you find ways to preserve and enjoy your bounty.

Register today to learn about enhancing your recipes with delicious preserving ideas! https://libraryc.org/waterfordlibraryNY/184430
About the Author:
Holly Capelle is a passionate home cook, dedicated food preservationist, and advocate for sustainable living. She is the founder of @BigFamilyLiving, an online community for people who like to preserve, create, cook, and garden. With more than three decades of culinary experience, Holly Capelle has mastered the art of combining traditional preservation techniques with modern-day practicality. Together with her husband Kevin and their six children, she has transformed their suburban home into a thriving mini-homestead, where they grow, harvest, and preserve their own food. She lives just outside Portland, Oregon. Preserving the Seasons is her first book.

Fiber Fanatics Meet-Up
2026-08-06 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-13 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-20 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-27 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-03 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
2026-08-07 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-08-14 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-08-21 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-08-28 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.

Dyken Pond
2026-08-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Animal Furs and Skulls will be used to teach about mammals that are native to NY.
Registration Required
Sponsored by the Price Chopper Golub Foundation

Library Board Meeting
2026-08-11 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.

Capital Roots Produce Drop-Off
2026-08-12 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-08-19 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-08-26 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-09-02 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.

Solar Cars
2026-08-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Decorate and assemble a solar powered car. (This activity is limited to older children) Registration Required

Online Author Talk: Dannah Eve
2026-08-13 14:00 - 15:00 | NY
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, she has been sharing her advice, self-defense strategies, and safety tips with millions of engaged social media followers. With the encouraging tone of a savvy older sister, she has built a platform that teaches women how to think like a threat by mastering situational awareness, calculated deception, and the art of always being ready. This is survival on your terms. These are just a few of the rules she lives by:

Lie to survive: You don’t owe a stranger your truth. Especially if it compromises your safety.
On a date: Don’t rush to share your personal details! A Tinder match is not yet a trusted person.
Living alone: Keep a pair of men’s shoes by the door; you’ll be a less-obvious target.
On vacation: Walk with confidence and a strong stride; a distracted person is an easy target.
At school: Research and use the available campus shuttles and safety services.
Online: Phishing emails, fake texts, scare tactics – don’t bite, don’t click. If it’s “urgent” or too good to be true, it’s probably a scam.

In an unpredictable and often frightening world, Dannah Eve shows you how to weaponize your intuition and back it up with real-world safety tactics that actually work. Because when you build confidence, you operate with authority, and that ripple effect can protect more than just you.
Register now to take part in this empowering discussion. https://libraryc.org/waterfordlibraryNY/185092/register
About the Author:
Dannah Eve is a trusted safety expert and digital creator known for her sharp instincts, real-world expertise, and engaging content that empowers women to navigate life with confidence. As a former D1 athlete and Summa Cum Laude graduate in Criminology and Psychology, she combines academic knowledge with street smarts to deliver life-saving insights to millions of followers across her social media platforms. Dannah’s content is equal parts informative and relatable, making safety feel approachable rather than overwhelming. Her motto, live aware, not in fear, is the foundation of her mission.

Learn to Quill with Stacey K
2026-08-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Quilling is an art form that utilizes small strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued to create intricate designs. In this class, instructor Stacey will teach participants how to make adorable stand-alone flowers in little wooden pots using this technique. All materials will be provided. No prior experience is necessary. Registration is required – RSVP below or call the library. Please note that this class is only for participants who were unable to attend this same class on July 17th. If you attended the July class, please allow others to register for this session. If the program is full, you can call us at (518) 237-0891 to be put on the wait list. Open to ages 16+.
Saratoga Arts made this program possible through the Community Arts Regrant Program, funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

Golden Leaves Book Club
2026-08-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Please join us for 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. Please note that this book club takes place after normal library hours. We will be discussing A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas on August 17th from 6-7. Limited copies are available for pickup at the Waterford Public Library during the month of August.
Feyre, Rhysand, and their friends are still busy rebuilding the Night Court and the vastly altered world beyond, recovering from the war that changed everything. But Winter Solstice is finally approaching, and with it, the joy of a hard-earned reprieve.
Yet even the festive atmosphere can’t keep the shadows of the past from looming. As Feyre navigates her first Winter Solstice as High Lady, her concern for those dearest to her deepens. They have more wounds than she anticipated-scars that will have a far-reaching impact on the future of their court.
Bridging the events of A Court of Wings and Ruin with the later books in the series, A Court of Frost and Starlight explores the far-reaching effects of a devastating war and the fierce love between friends.

Waterford Readers Book Club
2026-08-25 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 August 25th is Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney. Copies are available at the check-out desk for pickup during the month of August. 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.
Author Grady Green is having the worst best day of his life.Grady calls his wife to share some exciting news as she is driving home. He hears Abby slam on the brakes, get out of the car, then nothing. When he eventually finds her car by the cliff edge the headlights are on, the driver door is open, her phone is still there. . . but his wife has disappeared. A year later, Grady is still overcome with grief and desperate to know what happened to Abby. He can’t sleep, and he can’t write, so he travels to a tiny Scottish island to try to get his life back on track. Then he sees the impossible — a woman who looks exactly like his missing wife.

Online Author Talk: Lucy Foley
2026-08-27 14:00 - 15:00 | NY
Join us for a thrilling conversation with acclaimed author Lucy Foley as we delve into her brand-new Miss Marple mystery, Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel.
High in the Swiss Alps, accessible only by a single, winding railway, stands the luxurious Grand Alpine Hotel. With glorious mountain views and exclusive access to powdery slopes, it draws guests from far and wide.
The notorious actress.
The high-flying politician.
The society wife.
The reckless friend.
The shrewd doctor.
But not everyone is here for a winter holiday. Beneath the champagne and furs, dark histories simmer; old grudges emerge like cracks in the ice. And someone is watching from the shadows. A polite, unassuming woman with an extraordinary mind: Miss Marple. When a body is found and a blizzard cuts off all escape, only Miss Marple can connect the clues before the killer strikes again. Because it isn’t a question of who has a motive, but who’s next…
Register now to hear Lucy Foley discuss the twists, secrets, and suspense behind this chilling new Miss Marple mystery! https://libraryc.org/waterfordlibraryNY/187078/register
About the Author:
Lucy Foley is a No.1 Sunday Times, Irish Times and New York Times bestselling author. More than 10 million copies of her books are in print worldwide, and several are currently being adapted for the screen. She is a Waterstones Thriller of the Month author, a three-time nominee at the British Book Awards, and The Guest List was a Reese’s Book Club selection and winner of the Goodreads Choice Award for Mystery Thriller. As a life-long Agatha Christie fan, Lucy has drawn immeasurable inspiration from the Queen of Crime. She was one of 12 writers to contribute to Marple, a collection of short stories featuring the beloved detective. And in Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel, she was inspired to transport Miss Marple – her favorite Christie creation – to the glamorous post-war setting of the Swiss Alps, in a mystery that feels gloriously escapist yet utterly relevant to our times.

Adult Coloring Evening
2026-08-27 18:30 - 19:30 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Color your cares away! Join us for tea/coffee, snacks, relaxing music, and of course, coloring! All materials (coloring pages, pencils, and snacks) will be provided. Open to ages 18+. Registration is required; RSVP below or call the library at 518-237-0891.

MVP Enrollment Assistance
2026-08-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
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 to enroll in a plan:

Date of birth
Social Security Number or Document Numbers to verify immigration status
Proof of income for the last 30 days

This is a drop-in program; no appointment is necessary.

Toddler Takeover!
2026-09-01 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.
