Troy Library Debuts Film Streaming, Youth Reading Challenge | The Locally Times
Cardholders now receive 20 monthly tickets for the Kanopy film service, while a new winter reading challenge offers free books to participants ages 3-18.
## New Film and Comic Services Launch As of February 18, 2026, Troy Public Library (TPL) cardholders have free access to the Kanopy video streaming platform. The service provides a catalog of films, documentaries, and children’s programming from studios including A24, The Criterion Collection, and PBS. According to a library announcement, access operates on a ticket system, with each patron receiving 20 tickets per month. Most films require two tickets for viewing. The platform includes Kanopy Kids, which offers unlimited, ad-free streaming, and is accessible on computers, mobile apps, and smart TVs. The library also launched Comics Plus, a digital platform giving patrons access to thousands of comics and graphic novels. The library's announcement specifies the collection includes materials for all ages. ## Youth Programs Encourage Reading Alongside the digital expansion, the library has introduced a Youth Winter Reading Challenge for residents ages 3 to 18. The program encourages winter reading by providing a free book to every participant upon signing up and a second free book upon completion of the challenge, according to the library's announcement. To join, residents can sign up in person at the Main library’s Young People’s Room or via a Google Form. A public notice from the library states that participants must pick up a physical reading log at the Main library to track their progress. on Friday, February 20, 2026, at the Lansingburgh Branch. An event listing specifies the program is for children ages 7 to 11, who will learn about legendary creatures such as the Lake George Monster and Bigfoot. ## Funding Details Not Released The library’s February 18 announcement did not include the annual cost for the Kanopy and Comics Plus subscriptions. Public records do not specify how the new expenses are funded within the library’s operating budget or outline the selection and approval process for the new services.