Columbia-Greene Community College

The Pause: Beginning-of-Semester Reflection
2026-01-20 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Main Building, Library
College life moves fast. The library’s new Pause space invites you to slow down, reflect on who you are and who you want to become this semester, and consider small habits that support balance, well-being and success. All are welcome.
Library Hours
Monday 8 am – 7 pm
Tuesday – Thursday 8 am – 5 pm
Friday 8 am – 4 pm

Spring 2026 Common Read
2026-01-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Main Building, Library
James by Percival Everett
A powerful reimagining that invites reflection on identity, voice, freedom, and moral choice. The Common Read creates space for thoughtful dialogue, shared learning, and meaningful connection across the campus community. All are welcome to participate. Faculty are warmly encouraged to invite students to join and to participate themselves. Free copies available while supplies last (email pilatich@sunycgcc.edu).

The Library and Student Success Center (SSC) are here for you this Spring!
2026-01-20 - 2026-05-15 | Student Success Center, Main Building
We are here to support you throughout the Spring semester, with study space, research help, tutoring, academic coaching, and more. Select weekend support available TBA.
Library hours: Mon 8–7, Tue–Thu 8–5, Fri 8–4
Library online resources are available 24/7 for research, articles, eBooks, and more
https://www.columbiagreene.edu/academics/library/
SSC hours: Mon/Wed 8-5, Tues/Thurs 8-6, Fri 8–4
Saturday support available: 9 am – 1pm on select dates (check SSC announcements)
To support all learners, the Computer Lab (Room 113F) is open 7 days a week 8 am-9 pm
https://www.columbiagreene.edu/academics/success-center/

Stop by for research help, tutoring, academic coaching, study space, and more. We are here to help you succeed.

Professional Development Day
2026-01-13 08:30 - 13:00 | Arts Center, Theater
Spring All College Day will be a Professional Development Day for the entire campus, hosted by the Center for Innovation, Teaching, and Learning. This is a permanent change to the Spring All College Day, and attendance is mandatory.
8:30 am – Optional Breakfast, Art Center
9:00 am to 9:20 am – President’s Welcome Address, Dr. Victoria Walsh
9:20 am to 9:30 am – Introduction, CITL – Dr. Nikki Childrose, Maya Greene, Dr. Stacey Hills
9:30 am – Building Bridges for Belonging: Inclusive Practices for Adult Learners, Dr. Ron Milon
10:45 am to 11:45 am – Breakout Sessions, PAC
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm – Lunch, Debrief & Reflect, Cafeteria
Afternoon session – time for division and department meetings as needed.

Campuswide Holiday Breakfast: Faculty & Staff
2025-12-19 09:30 - 11:00 | Student Cafeteria
All employees are invited to join us for a festive end-of-semester gathering, featuring good company and delicious breakfast treats. Enjoy coffee, tea, juice, bagels, yogurt, pastries, and more as we celebrate the season together!

Learn to Crochet: Granny Squares
2025-12-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Wellness Room, Room 120, Main Building
Join us in the Wellness Lounge for a relaxing “Learn to Crochet: Granny Squares” session! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this hands-on workshop offers a calming, creative break in the middle of your week.

Extended Library Hours
2025-12-17 07:30 - 17:00

Open Clinic: Greene County Family Planning
2025-12-16 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-09 10:00 - 14:00 | PAC, Room 616
Confidential, reliable reproductive healthcare available to all students and staff. Sliding scale fees, walk-ins welcome

Extended Library Hours
2025-12-16 07:30 - 18:00 | Main Building, Library

CoArc Cafe Menu: December 2025
2025-12-15 08:00 - 2025-12-18 13:30 | Coarc Café

Drop-By Registration Day
2025-12-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Academic Advising Office
Need time to register for spring 2026 classes, but haven’t found the time yet? Well, here’s your chance for a 30-minute meeting with an academic advisor! Drop by on Monday, December 15th, and get one thing off your year-end to-do list.
Can’t make it on Monday, 12/15? Make an appointment to meet with an advisor by contacting Vicky Pecord at vicky.pecord@sunycgcc.edu.

Last Day for the Library's December Monthly Reading Challenge!
2025-12-15 08:00 - 11:30 | Main Building, Library
Take part in the Library’s Monthly Reading Challenge and be entered to win a $25 Amazon gift card.
How to Enter:

Read the article.
Answer three short reflection questions.
Submit your entry by December 15 no later than 11:30 a.m. for a chance to win!

Access it on Flipster, Read the article, Enter the drawing:
1. Click HERE to locate the article → Browse All → find the January 2026 issue of Prevention Magazine, and go to page 62.

Click HERE to enter the challenge!

Mindful Mondays at the Library
2025-12-15 07:30 - 19:00, 2025-12-08 07:30 - 19:00 | Main Building, Library
To help you through the end of the semester, the Library will make available tea, coffee, hot cocoa, candy canes, and other treats while supplies last, starting the week of December 1st – Take a moment to reflect on your goals, set weekly intentions in our shared journal, or add to our gratitude tree. Drop in anytime to relax, recharge, and discover something new in the Library Connection Nook.
Extended Monday hours 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM.

Cram Jam
2025-12-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Student Success Center, Main Building
Recharge and refocus as you prep for finals!

Snacks, pizza, & hot cider
Relaxing massage chair
On-the-spot academic support.

Stop by for a boost, get your questions answered, and start finals week feeling prepared.

Holiday Party – End of the Semester Winter Celebration
2025-12-11 12:30 - 14:00 | Dining Hall
12:30 pm; Student Dining Hall Celebrate the close of the semester with desserts, a hot chocolate bar, trivia, a coffee truck, and Stuff-a-Plush fun in the Student Dining Hall.

Travelin Tom’s Coffee Truck
2025-12-11 10:30 - 13:30 | Main Building, South Entrance
10:30am – 1:30 pm; Main Building South Doors Grab a free drink from Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck, offering a limited menu from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. outside the south entrance doors. Stop by to recharge and fuel up for the day – sponsored by Student Engagement Office.

Drop-by Registration Day
2025-12-11 09:00 - 19:00 | Student Success Center, Main Building

A Visit from Wrigs, the Therapy Dog
2025-12-10 12:30 - 13:30 | Main Building, Outside the Student Cafeteria
12:30-1:30pm; Various locations on campus Wrigs, the Hudson Police Department’s first therapy dog, will be on campus with his handler, Sgt. Larry Edelman, to bring comfort and smiles to our community. He’ll be making rounds around the buildings, so be sure to come and say hello!

Destress activities Open craft and Origami ‘n Sip
2025-12-10 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-09 11:00 - 15:00 | Main Building, Library
Relax with calming origami and crafts while sipping tea or coffee.
All supplies provided—no experience needed.

Healing Touch
2025-12-10 11:00 - 14:00 | Wellness Room, Room 120, Main Building
11:00 am – 2:00 pm, Wellness Lounge – Room 120 A gentle, relaxing energy therapy that promotes calm, reduces stress, and supports overall well-being. A certified practitioner will guide you through a restorative session designed to help you feel more balanced and centered.

Wellness Wednesday: Healing Touch
2025-12-10 11:00 - 14:00 | Wellness Room, Room 120, Main Building

Wellness Wednesday: Chair Massages
2025-12-10 11:00 - 14:00 | Wellness Room, Room 120, Main Building
Take a moment to relax and recharge!
Enjoy a free chair massage on Wednesday, December 10, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the Wellness Lounge.
Drop in for a quick, stress-relieving break—your mind and muscles will thank you!

Wellness Wednesday: Therapy Dog Wrigs
2025-12-10 00:30 - 01:30 | Wellness Room, Room 120, Main Building
Need a mood boost?
Wrigs the Therapy Dog will be on campus Wednesday, December 10 from 12:30–1:30 PM.
Stop by for cuddles, comfort, and a little de-stress time!

Kickboxing/Zumba
2025-12-09 12:30 - 14:00 | Gym
Get moving and boost your energy before the end of the semester!
Join us on Tuesday, December 9, from 12:30–2:00 PM in the Gym for an upbeat Kickboxing/Zumba session.
All fitness levels are welcome—come ready to sweat, have fun, and de-stress!

Open Clinic: Greene County Family Planning
2025-12-09 10:00 - 14:00 | PAC, Room 616
Confidential, reliable reproductive healthcare available to all students and staff. Sliding scale fees, walk-ins welcome.

Common Read Final Discussion
2025-12-08 14:15 - 15:15 | Main Building, Library
Join us in the Library or via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/95519249474 for a final discussion of the common read – The Secret Life of Sunflowers by Marta Molnar!

Drop-In for Research Rescue
2025-12-08 08:00 - 19:00 | Main Building, Library
Need help finding scholarly articles or writing your citations for your assignments? Join us in the library or for a quick virtual demo on locating research materials see the link and times below.
Virtual Research Rescue:
Mondays, Dec. 1st & 8th:
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Morning Zoom Meeting Link:
https://zoom.us/j/93619990387
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5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Evening Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/98268551232
