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Friend Speed Dating
2025-08-09 13:00:00 2025-08-09 14:30:00 America/New_York Friend Speed Dating Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B

Saturday, August 09
1:00pm - 2:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-09 13:00:00 2025-08-09 14:30:00 America/New_York Friend Speed Dating It can be a challenge to meet new people and make lasting friendships in your 20s and 30s! Friend Speed Dating is a low-key social event designed to help "new" adults make new friends. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B

Program Room A-B

It can be a challenge to meet new people and make lasting friendships in your 20s and 30s! Friend Speed Dating is a low-key social event designed to help "new" adults make new friends.

During this event you will spend two minutes talking with each of the other attendees followed by time for light refreshments and an optional adult coloring station.

This event is geared towards adults in their 20s and 30s. 

All programs are subject to change.

Photos or videos may be taken at this event. Click here to see our Photo Policy.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | General Interest |

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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Phone: 518-371-8622
Library Director
Alex Gutelius
Hours
Mon, Jul 21 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 22 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 24 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 25 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 26 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 27 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the library

The Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library provides a wide range of materials, programs, and services to the residents of Clifton Park and Halfmoon. We are a member of the Southern Adirondack Library System. Our mission is to nurture and foster community connections by providing the space and resources for patrons to be educated, entertained, and enriched. Our vision is to be at the heart of our community. The go-to place to meet, learn, and do. 

Upcoming events

Jigsaw Puzzle & Board Game Swap
Sat, Jul 26, 9:00am - 4:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Mezzanine
Calling all puzzlers and... more
Calling all puzzlers and gamers! Looking for a new challenge? Bring gently used board games or 500+ piece complete jigsaw puzzles to swap with the Library's collection. No donations please.
Yoga in Color - For ages 6-12
Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Library Back Lawn,Program Room C-D
Join us for some relaxing yoga... more
Join us for some relaxing yoga poses using colorful scarves. Dress in your favorite color of the rainbow!
A Widow's Story: Quest for a Revolutionary War Pension
Sat, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Join the Capital District... more
Join the Capital District Genealogical Society members for their monthly meeting, followed by a livestream presentation by historian David Powell.
Jigsaw Puzzle & Board Game Swap
Sun, Jul 27, 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Mezzanine
Calling all puzzlers and... more
Calling all puzzlers and gamers! Looking for a new challenge? Bring gently used board games or 500+ piece complete jigsaw puzzles to swap with the Library's collection. No donations please.
Concert: Arch Stanton Quartet
Sun, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-D
Join us for an afternoon of... more
Join us for an afternoon of music featuring a special program of original jazz compositions.
Summer Story Time - For all ages, with an adult
Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Library Back Lawn,Program Room A-B
Bring a chair or blanket,... more
Bring a chair or blanket, sunscreen, your hat, a water bottle, and come to the Library for an outdoor story time on the Back Lawn!
Meet & Greet: Tad and Archie the Jr. Archivist - For all ages, with an adult
Mon, Jul 28, 10:15am - 11:15am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Mezzanine
Join us as Tad our library frog... more
Join us as Tad our library frog welcomes his friend Archie the beaver, mascot of the NYS Archives Partnership Trust.
Learn to Knit - For grades 6-12
Mon, Jul 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Knitting time! Learn to cast... more
Knitting time! Learn to cast on, knit, purl, and read simple patterns. No experience needed—just bring your creativity!
United States Government 101
Mon, Jul 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Become a more informed citizen!... more
Become a more informed citizen! The League of Women Voters will be presenting information on how the United States government works, the Constitution, and how the League interacts with our government.
Google Maps - Presentation
Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Explore how Google Maps can... more
Explore how Google Maps can make getting around easier and more enjoyable—learn to travel from point A to point B with confidence and peace of mind!
Tuesday Crafternoon: Play with Clay - For grades K-5, with an adult
Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Join us for a fun afternoon of... more
Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting with clay!
ELL Tutor Talk - Grammar Focus
Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
These meetings are for... more
These meetings are for established ELL Volunteers.
ELL Conversation Group
Tue, Jul 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Casual conversation for new and... more
Casual conversation for new and existing ELL students. We will practice our English listening and speaking skills and have fun!
ZOOM: PJ Story Time - Family program
Tue, Jul 29, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - YS Virtual Room
Get comfy in your favorite PJs,... more
Get comfy in your favorite PJs, grab a blanket, and tune in for a special story time with Miss Chrissie!
Wacky Wednesday: Touch A Truck - For preschool-Gr. 5, with an adult
Wed, Jul 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Library Back Lawn
Get ready to have some wacky... more
Get ready to have some wacky outdoor fun at this drop-in program when the Clifton Park Highway Department stops by with a variety of construction vehicles. Get an up close look at some BIG trucks!
Sound Bath Meditation
Wed, Jul 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D
Join meditation instructor... more
Join meditation instructor Tammy Mueller of Saratoga Essentials, LLC for this one-hour sound bath meditation.
This event is full
Read Digital Newspapers for FREE
Wed, Jul 30, 10:00am - 11:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use library... more
Learn how to use library resources to access free newspaper articles from the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Daily Gazette, NY Post, and more!
ELL Conversation Group
Wed, Jul 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Casual conversation for new and... more
Casual conversation for new and existing ELL students. We will practice our English listening and speaking skills and have fun!
Intermediate English Language Learning (ELL) - Grammar Focus
Wed, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Classes will focus on grammar... more
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Summer Story Time - For all ages, with an adult
Thu, Jul 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Library Back Lawn,Program Room A-B
Bring a chair or blanket,... more
Bring a chair or blanket, sunscreen, your hat, a water bottle, and come to the Library for an outdoor story time on the Back Lawn!
Art in the Afternoon: Tang Museum - For grades 3-5
Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
This program will be run by the... more
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ZOOM: Virtual Author Talk with Pria Anand - Live webinar
Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
ZOOM - ZOOM
Enjoy a range of talks from... more
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Register
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
Thu, Jul 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
The Alzheimer’s Association... more
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Teen Craft Corner: Paper Fans - For grades 6-12
Fri, Aug 01, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Teen Place
Work on this fun craft when you... more
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Color Our World: Community Scavenger Hunt - For all ages
Fri, Aug 01, All day
Clifton Park and Halfmoon Town Parks and Trails
Pick up a sheet at the Ask... more
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Color Our World Guessing Game - For ages 2-14
Fri, Aug 01, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Corner
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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
Kids and teens can turn in... more
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Free Ebooks for Kindle
Fri, Aug 01, 10:00am - 11:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Learn how to use the Library's... more
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Low Bridge: The Erie Canal in Saratoga County
Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Celebrate the bicentennial of... more
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ZOOM: Mindfulness Meditation - Summer Series
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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - AS Virtual Room
This six-week series (July... more
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Registration is now closed
ELL Program Orientation
Mon, Aug 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Library Back Lawn,Program Room A-B
Bring a chair or blanket,... more
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Climbing Above the Clouds with Author Mark Marchand
Mon, Aug 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
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Middle School/High School Book Club - For grades 6-12
Mon, Aug 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D
Join us for an informal... more
Join us for an informal hang-out, book discussion, and craft activity. We will be talking about how to structure our future book clubs for the fall. Come be part of the discussion!
Guided Nature Walk - Veterans Memorial Park
Tue, Aug 05, 9:00am - 10:30am
Veterans Memorial Park - Veterans Memorial Park
Join us for a guided nature... more
Join us for a guided nature walk at Clifton Park's Veterans Memorial Park. Addison Kubik of the Cornell Cooperative Extension will be sharing his knowledge as we explore this beautiful trail.
ZOOM: Virtual Author Talk with Smithsonian Biologist J. Falk - Live webinar
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
ZOOM - ZOOM
Enjoy a range of talks from... more
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Register
Tuesday Crafternoon: Community Color - For grades K-5, with an adult
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Join us for a fun afternoon of... more
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Free Audiobooks for Your Phone
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Learn how to use the library's... more
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Reading Therapy Dogs - For grades 1-4
Tue, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 4:15pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Reading Area
Improve reading skills or help... more
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This event is full
Cupcake Craze: Rainbow Edition - For grades 6-12
Tue, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
Get your sweet fix and unleash... more
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Reading Therapy Dogs - For grades 1-4
Tue, Aug 05, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Reading Area
Improve reading skills or help... more
Improve reading skills or help your child gain confidence in reading with a therapy dog. Please sign up for only one 15-minute appointment.
This event is full
Reading Therapy Dogs - For grades 1-4
Tue, Aug 05, 4:30pm - 4:45pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Reading Area
Improve reading skills or help... more
Improve reading skills or help your child gain confidence in reading with a therapy dog. Please sign up for only one 15-minute appointment.
This event is full
Reading Therapy Dogs - For grades 1-4
Tue, Aug 05, 4:45pm - 5:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Reading Area
Improve reading skills or help... more
Improve reading skills or help your child gain confidence in reading with a therapy dog. Please sign up for only one 15-minute appointment.
This event is full
PR Committee Meeting
Tue, Aug 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Local History Room
Board of Trustees Public... more
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ELL Conversation Group
Tue, Aug 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Casual conversation for new and... more
Casual conversation for new and existing ELL students. We will practice our English listening and speaking skills and have fun!
ELL Conversation Group
Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Casual conversation for new and... more
Casual conversation for new and existing ELL students. We will practice our English listening and speaking skills and have fun!
Read Digital Newspapers for FREE
Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use library... more
Learn how to use library resources to access free newspaper articles from the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Daily Gazette, NY Post, and more!
Wacky Wednesday: Water Play - For preschool-Gr. 5, with an adult
Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 10:45am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Library Back Lawn
Get ready to have some wacky... more
Get ready to have some wacky outdoor fun at this drop-in program!
Coding with Ozobot Evo - For grades 3-5
Wed, Aug 06, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Discover the fun of coding with... more
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This event is full
Make a Programmable DrawBot - For grades 6-12
Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Design and build a real drawing... more
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ZOOM: Canva Power Ups - Live Tech-Talk Webinar
Wed, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
ZOOM - ZOOM
In this fast-paced webinar,... more
In this fast-paced webinar, we’ll reveal 10 free apps available in Canva that can transform your designs from basic to brilliant.
Register
Solar Frogs for Young Coders - For grades 1-2, with an adult
Wed, Aug 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Front Walkway,Piracci Board Room
A fun, interactive program for... more
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Summer Story Time - For all ages, with an adult
Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Library Back Lawn,Program Room A-B
Bring a chair or blanket,... more
Bring a chair or blanket, sunscreen, your hat, a water bottle, and come to the Library for an outdoor story time on the Back Lawn!
Genealogy Assistance
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Local History Room
Lisa Dougherty, a skilled... more
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Coding with Ozobot Evo - For grades 3-5
Thu, Aug 07, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Discover the fun of coding with... more
Discover the fun of coding with Ozobot Evo! These mini robots read and respond to coded instructions drawn on paper, making learning interactive and exciting for young minds.
This event is full
Art in the Afternoon: Scribble Art - For grades 3-5
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
We will read Line and Scribble... more
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Colors in Nature - For grades 2-5
Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
The Children's Museum of... more
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Fri, Aug 08, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Corner
Visit the Children's Library... more
Visit the Children's Library this summer to test your knowledge of countries around the world.
Know Your Rights: SSI/SSD Benefits
Fri, Aug 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Learn about the difference... more
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ZOOM: Mindfulness Meditation - Summer Series
Fri, Aug 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - AS Virtual Room
This six-week series (July... more
This six-week series (July 11-August 15) will provide practical support for developing a daily meditation practice that's appropriate for you. Join us each week from the comfort of your own home!
Registration is now closed
Coding with Ozobot Evo - For grades 3-5
Fri, Aug 08, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Discover the fun of coding with... more
Discover the fun of coding with Ozobot Evo! These mini robots read and respond to coded instructions drawn on paper, making learning interactive and exciting for young minds.
This event is full
Family Fun: BINGO - For all ages, with an adult
Fri, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-D
Join us for a fun afternoon of... more
Join us for a fun afternoon of children's BINGO!
Friend Speed Dating
Sat, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
It can be a challenge to meet... more
It can be a challenge to meet new people and make lasting friendships in your 20s and 30s! Friend Speed Dating is a low-key social event designed to help "new" adults make new friends.
Color Our World: Community Scavenger Hunt - For all ages
Sun, Aug 10, All day
Clifton Park and Halfmoon Town Parks and Trails
Pick up a sheet at the Ask... more
Pick up a sheet at the Ask Desk, and then visit some town parks in Clifton Park/Halfmoon to find our colorful signs. Bring your completed form back to the Library for our prize drawing.
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