Event List

[For Adults] Join us for a free movie screening with coffee and the chance to talk to community services providers! Housing Services, mental health providers, and others will be available to answer questions and provide information. 

[Adults 18+] Experience the benefits of yoga from the comfort of a chair!

Learn how to create and use a Google email account.

Wellness Series: Meditation Workshop with Elissa Kane - How to uncover moments of peace in these uncertain times

Do you love creating fiber artwork but struggle to find the time to practice your hobby? Would you like to connect with other creative and crafty folks who share your passion? Join us at the Pine Hills Branch for a fun crafting get-together!

[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.

[For ages 18+] Are you a fiber crafter? Does your family have all the hand knitted or crocheted hats, scarves, mittens, or shawls that they could possibly use in this lifetime?

[For Adults] Watch a recording of this past author talk with us at the Pine Hills Branch with fellow attendees. Liane Moriarty addresses “A Deep Dive in Character Development.” 

[Ages 4+] Come try out some of our favorite fidget toys & sensory items!

[Adults] Let me be perfectly queer, this is an all-inclusive, LGBT+ book club. This book club reads fiction and non-fiction books that center around queer ideas, stories, and experiences. 

[Adults] Bring your device & your questions and we'll figure it out together. This is a one-on-one help session. Registration is required; call 518-427-4300, ext. 4 to register, or register online. Tech Help is offered every Monday. 

Come Join us at the Howe Branch or on Zoom to get some light movement in to start your week off right! Please Make sure to bring a water bottle, walking shoes and to wear comfortable clothing for movement i.e. Leggings and a tee shirt.

[For Adults] This class is designed for adult immigrants and newcomers to Albany who are preparing for the USCIS citizenship and naturalization process.

[For adults] From May-October, Master Gardeners from Cornell Cooperative Extension - Albany County will be tending to our Pollinator Garden for two hours each Tuesday, rain or shine (unless it's pouring).

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

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!

Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County ENL class

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

[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. 

Join us for a Book Review: Germinal by Émile Zola.  Reviewer: Carl Strock, author & award-winning journalist. 

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

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 Lori Kochanski, the Neighborhood Specialist for North Albany. 

Stressed? Take a break at APL North branch! You can journal, color, or just relax with fellow community members!