Day Calendar

[Ages 1-4] Come join Gruff the friendly storytime monster and his human librarian side-kick for fun stories, silly songs, and dancing. Bring your energy and your little one and get all the wiggles out! 

[For adults] English as a new language can be challenging and there is always room for improvement.

[Adults] Get in-person tax help and file for free! New York State Tax Department employees will walk you through your income tax returns, step-by-step, as you complete your own tax return. It's quick and easy!

Literacy Volunteers Capital Region ENL class

Patrons can call Emma Schreiner at 518-434-0540 for scheduling and more information.

Need to revamp your resume? Writing a resume for the first time? Sign up for a one-on-one resume session with a library staff member. We'll cover content, formatting, and the basics of cover letters.

Registration is required.

How to Put Down Your Phone - Ancient tips for managing a busy mind and
a busy world w/ meditation instructor, Elissa Kane

Like me . . . do you get completely distracted by your busy mind, the

Schedule a one-on-one 45-minute meeting to refine your resume or cover letter. Learn how to create or update a resume to show off your skills!

[for ages 5-11] Spring is in the air and we're blooming with fun! Join us for crafts and activities all week long!

Monday, 4/6: Poetry Collage

Tuesday, 4/7: Paper Mosaic

Wednesday, 4/8: Toy Trumpet

Join us for an Author Interview: David Sylvestor, local writer & instructor, will be asked about his 2024 Erie Canal crime novel, Hung Be the Heavens with Scarlet, by

The City of Albany's new Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you!

Armed with plastic beads and a hot iron we will be creating our own pixel creations.

The City of Albany's Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you! Please stop by the Washington Avenue Branch to meet Lisa Rodriguez, the Neighborhood Specialist for the Center Square neighborhood.

[For Adults and Children Ages 6+] Calling all Artists, Crafters, Makers and Menders! Stop by the self-directed open hours and start (or finish) something!

Join us every Tuesday after school for crafts and fun at Arbor Hill West Hill!

[Ages 9-17] Hang out at the library and play Switch games with your friends!

National Pretzel Day is coming up.

[For ages 5-17] Ever want to build a car that flies? Or a house with a tail? We have bricks and building challenges for every level of LEGO builder.

[Ages 18+] Bring your knitting, crochet, needle work, coloring, or any other craft you've been working on to our monthly meeting where we talk, laugh, and enjoy a movie. 

Anthony Opalka is the current official historian of the city of Albany.

[Ages 2-7] Join us in your jammies for Pajama Storytime!  We will read books, sing songs, and have lots of cozy fun!