Learn to make a coiled basket!

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Monday, March 3rd, 10:30 – 12:30

  • Learn how to make your own coiled basket using raffia and yarn. Unless you are very speedy, this will be a project you will start at the library, then finish at home.
  • It’s a great way to use up your leftover and odd balls of yarn!
  • Adults and teens welcome.
  • We will provide materials, but you can use your own yarn if you prefer.

To sign up:

Call 518-523-3200 or visit the front desk

LEGO Club

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Thursday, February 27th, 3:30-4:30 pm.

Thursday, March 27th, 3:30-4:30 pm.

Design, create and collaborate on Lego constructions!

For families with children ages 4-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult. If you have LEGOs you’d like to share, the library will gladly accept donations during open hours.

RSVP: 518-523-3200 or email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org

Watercolor Workshop: Folk Art Valentine’s Day Cards

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Monday Feb. 3rd 10:30-12:30
Try your hand at folk-art inspired watercolors, and take home your own hand-painted Valentine’s Day cards.
For adults and teens. Material provided.

To sign up, call 518-523-3200 or stop by the main desk.

Craft Social

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Jan. 27th 10:30-12:30

Bring your own craft and come have a cup of tea and work on your project in the library!

For adults and teens.

Last Monday of the month, in the nonfiction room.

To RSVP, call 518-523-3200 or visit the front desk.

AARP Tax Assistance

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The AARP volunteers have begun setting up appointments for free tax help. They will be preparing taxes until March 14th. Anyone wishing to sign up for this service please call the library, 518-523-3200, and add your name to the list.

This service is completely free, with no age or income requirements.