Day Calendar

[Ages 2-5] Come on down to the historic Howe Branch of the Albany Public library for Stories, Songs, Dancing, Playtime and Crafts!

[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.

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.

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!

Join us for an Author Talk | Molly Dunn discusses & reads from her psychological thriller, The Circuitry We Share. 

School's out! To celebrate, bring your child to the library to tie-dye their very own stuffed animal! This workshop will involve stuffing our new friends, then using mess-free dye to decorate them. Plus- they get to make a special wish on a star!

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

[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!

[For Ages 10-17] Join us for fun as we break out some of our more advanced board games, or play some classics that everyone knows and loves!

Do you want to be an archaeologist? This is your chance! You will make your own sand and dirt. Excavate the artifacts in the sand; and dig like a real archaeologist. Maybe you will become the next famous archaeologist.

Come join in a community dance at the Delaware Branch lead by Homespun Occasions! A community dance is when a 'caller' teaches and leads the dance steps and then the group joins in with live musicians playing the music. No experience necessary!

[For Adults] This class is designed for adult newcomers to Albany who have some basic English language skills and are looking to improve their fluency and communication abilities.

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