To celebrate Earth Month, we are launching a special initiative throughout the month of April to encourage our patrons to “Go Green” by signing up for e-receipts on their account at any of our nine library locations in Schenectady County. To help drive participation, we are offering an exciting incentive: every patron who signs up […]

During April 2026, the Hon. Karen B. Johnson Main Library of the Schenectady County Public Library system is offering sensory supplies and resources to welcome patrons across the neurodiverse spectrum. A generous donation of fidget bags, noise-canceling headphones, flexible seating, and other tools was provided by local community partner Bring On The Spectrum. These in-house […]

The Scotia Branch Library reopened Tuesday, February 17, with limited services available. Patrons may access the front room of the library, including new and popular titles, adult fiction, public computers, and printing/copying services. Account services such as holds pickup, registration, and checkout are also available. Additional areas of the building, including the meeting room and […]

The Scotia Branch Library sustained damage during the winter storm this past weekend. Due to the prolonged extreme cold, some heating pipes on the second floor burst. A restoration company is on site, working closely with County Facilities staff to assess the damage. Once the full assessment is complete, next steps and a repair timeline […]