Monday, May 13th at 6:00 pm
Main Library
Join the library for an intimate panel discussion between three Asian American scholars on topics of their research in Asian American studies. We will be joined by Dr. Vivien Ng (Associate Professor Emerita of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at UAlbany) who will discuss the challenges and joys of researching family history in the Capital Region and beyond. Dr. Chingyen Mayer (Associate Professor of English at Siena College) will discuss her approach to studying writings on memoir and homeland, and Dr. Gwen D’Arcangelis (Associate Professor of Gender Studies at Skidmore College) will discuss her oral histories with activists about the role of Chinese medicine in 1960s Asian American activism. We invite the audience into a glimpse of the work in Asian American Studies in the Capital Region!
Registration is encouraged (to ensure a seat), but not required. Register online.
Wednesday, May 15th at 6:00 pm
Main Library
Join Master Gardener Chris Ferrero for a talk on growing luscious gardens in small spaces!
Not everyone has acres of land to use for gardens. Learn how to create beauty in a small backyard, walkway, or on your deck/patio. Participants will learn how to plan, choose the right plants, and focus on some simple principles (which can enhance larger gardens as well!).
Registration is required – register online.
In order to continue providing quality services to our community, the Troy Public Library is gathering information and ideas from community members. This anonymous survey takes about 5-10 minutes to complete.
Please respond to the survey for yourself, or your child/dependent by Monday, July
15, 2024. Your responses will be used in the implementation of the Library’s long-range plans. The results will be shared in the autumn of 2024 on the Library’s website, as well as in our newsletter.
The library will be closed on Friday, May 17th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm for staff training.
Saturday, May 18th at 2:00 pm
Main Library
Learn to write Chinese characters, master brush strokes, and craft calligraphic art, all while discovering mental well-being tips and practices! Ages 10-18.
Registration required – register online.
Select Saturdays at 10:00 am
Main Library
Join us as we discuss the evolution of comic books to superhero films and screen some classic movies.
Work began on April 1st to restore the northwest parapet wall of the Main Library on Second Street.
These tall parapets were shored up many years ago and that solution has led to rust jacking (pack rust pushing stones out of place). With the help of engineers Ryan Biggs Clark Davis, we have prepared plans to rebuild a trial section of the parapet in today’s best practices. This work is being done by AJS Masonry and will take approximately three months to complete.
Fencing has been installed on the street in front of the building to provide space for equipment and materials. Parking is temporarily unavailable in front of the building. The work is part of a New York State public library construction grant received last year.
Reminders:
- Use of the main entrance and the side access ramp will not be interrupted.
- Curbside service at will be suspended during construction.
Thank you for your understanding.
Tuesday, May 21st at 6:00 pm
Main Library
Join us at Main to create fun crafts based around a unique monthly theme! Ages 4-10. Children under 8 must have a caregiver present at all times. Last one of the season!
