Waterford Public Library

Toddler Takeover!
2026-01-06 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-01-17 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-03 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Capital Roots Produce Drop-Off
2026-01-07 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-01-14 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-01-21 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-01-28 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-02-04 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.

Fiber Fanatics Meet-Up
2026-01-08 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-15 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-22 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-29 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
2026-01-09 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-01-16 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-01-23 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-01-30 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.

An Afternoon of Classical Music
2026-01-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
This program will feature trios by female composers Louise Farrenc and Undine Smith Moore, as well as duos for each instrument permutation from a variety of composers. Performed by Melanie Chirignon (flute), Melanie Hardage (piano), and Laura Melnicoff (cello), this concert celebrates collaboration, contrast, and the expressive possibilities of intimate chamber music. We hope you will join us for a lovely afternoon of music. No registration is necessary.

This program is generously sponsored by the Recording Industry’s Music Performance Trust Fund (MPTF).

Library Board Meeting
2026-01-13 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.

2026 Vision Boards
2026-01-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Waterford Wesleyan Church Fellowship Hall, 75 Grace Street, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Start the new year with intention and creativity at our 2026 Vision Board Workshop! ✨We’ll be creating traditional vision boards using only magazines, scissors, glue, and Sharpies—no devices, no printing, just old-school cut-and-paste creativity. Come put your goals, dreams, and inspirations for the year ahead into poster form to help motivate you all year. All supplies will be provided—just bring your dreams, ideas, and enthusiasm!
Please note: This program will take place off-site at the Waterford Wesleyan Church Fellowship Hall (75 Grace St, Waterford, NY). The parking lot is conveniently located across the street from the church and as you walk up between the two brick buildings, the Fellowship Hall is the second door on the left.
Come create, reflect, and envision a bright year ahead!
Registration is required (for ages 16+) and opens on December 14th, 2025. If registration is full, please call us and we will put you on the waitlist.

Crafter School
2026-01-14 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.

Drop-In Tech-Help
2026-01-15 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.

Library Closed for MLK Day
2026-01-19 | NY
The library will be closed on January 19th, 2026, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Crafternoon - Salt Shaker Snowman
2026-01-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Time for a winter craft! We’ll be turning simple salt shakers into adorable snowmen ⛄ complete with cozy details and plenty of personality. This charming DIY project is perfect for adding a little seasonal cheer to your home. All supplies will be provided. Open to ages 18+. Registration is required.

Library CLOSED (due to snow)
2026-01-26 | NY
Please note that the library will be closed all day Monday January 26th due to snow. We plan to reopen Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m.

Delayed Opening (11 am)
2026-01-27 | NY
The library will be opening at 11:00 a.m. due to icy road conditions.

Waterford Readers Book Club
2026-01-27 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 January 27th is The Only One Left by Riley Sager. Copies are available at the check-out desk for pickup during the month of January. 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.
Bestselling author Riley Sager returns with a Gothic chiller about a young caregiver assigned to work for a woman accused of a Lizzie Borden-like massacre decades earlier.

CardBoard Kids
2026-01-28 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.

Adult Craft Night: Faerie Window Ornaments
2026-01-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join the library and local artist Emma Rinaldi for a delightfully whimsical painting/crafting class. This class will guide participants through the steps of creating a window to another world. These fairy windows (which can be turned into ornaments/window decorations) are made with acrylic paint, cardstock, twigs, and twine. This is a beginner-friendly class. All materials (and instruction) will be provided. Registration is required.
Ages 16+. Registration opens on December 29th, 2025. If the event is full, call the library at (518) 237-0891 to be put on the wait list.

Blood on the Clocktower
2026-01-31 14:00 - 18:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
Join the library for a fun social deduction game for adults!

Blood on the Clocktower is a game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction and deception for five-to-twenty courageous players and one devious storyteller.
A social game played in person, seated in a circle, each player receives either a ‘good’ or ‘evil’ token with their unique character on it. Good players share information to solve the mystery whilst evil players lie about who they are and what they know. The good team wins if they can piece together their knowledge, trust each other, and execute the demon. The evil team wins if the demon can sow distrust, evade detection, and wipe out the village.”

First come, first served, as space allows. Ages 16+

Find out more: https://bloodontheclocktower.com/

Golden Leaves Book Club
2026-02-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Waterford Public Library, 117 3rd St, Waterford, NY, 12188, United States
(note, this session was previously scheduled for January 26 and moved due to snow). 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 Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer on January 26 from 6-7. Copies are available for pickup at the Waterford Public Library.
ASSISTANT WANTED: Notorious, high-ranking villain seeks loyal, levelheaded assistant for unspecified office duties, supporting staff for random mayhem and terror, and other Dark Things In General. Discretion a must. Excellent benefits.
With ailing family to support, Evie Sage’s employment status isn’t just important, it’s vital. So when a mishap with Rennedawn’s most infamous Villain results in a job offer―naturally, she says yes. No job is perfect, of course, but even less so when you develop a teeny crush on your terrifying, temperamental, and undeniably hot boss. Don’t find evil so attractive, Evie.
