[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! 

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

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

[For Adults] Classes are provided to help students improve English speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Classes are free to students age 21 year or older. 

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.

Literacy Volunteers Capital Region ENL class

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

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 a sensory-friendly story time with Rocket the Therapy Dog. The lights will be dimmer, there will be fidget toys, reading, and fun songs. And everyone can have a chance to pet our friend Rocket the Dog!

Join us for a Book Review: The Big One: How We Must Prepare for Future Deadly Pandemics by Michael T.

The City of Albany's new Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you! Please stop by the North Albany Branch to meet with Laneka Moore, the Neighborhood Specialist for North Albany. 

Create your own springtime (or any) landscape utilizing a varity of techniques in water color!

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

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!

Located at the Pine Hills Branch.

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

No appointment necessary! Stop by and ask APL Executive Director Andrea Nicolay your questions about the proposed 2026-27 budget, or library operations in general.

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

[For ages 11-17] Relax and read manga or share about your favorites in a cozy environment. Come enjoy our huge manga collection or bring your own!

Located at the Pine Hills Branch.

Come plant some seedlings in peat pots to take home! Learn more about plant life cycles, germination, and gardening. 

Join us and local poet, Caitlin Conlon, as she shares some of her poems from her recently published collection, Burning the Ghost

Do you enjoy reading? Of course you do! Why not celebrate your love of reading by making a miniature bookcase complete with tiny books? No experience necessary and all supplies included! Registration required.

[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.

Join us for a discussion of Abandoned Albany: Relics of the Capital District by Jay Farrell.

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