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NNORC 1 on 1 Computer Help

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Bach: Community Room at Bach
Program Type:
Computer Help, One-on-One Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

[Adults] Do you have question about your device? One-on-One Computer Skills Group is designed for individuals who want some extra help with their device or computer! NNORC seniors ...

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Library Branch: Bach
Room: Bach: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Computer Help, One-on-One Instruction
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

[Adults] Do you have question about your device? One-on-One Computer Skills Group is designed for individuals who want some extra help with their device or computer!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

NNORC Nurse

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bach: Community Room at Bach
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

[Adults] Susan Riback, Community Health Nurse Educator for the NNORC, is available for blood pressure checks, education on health topics, Therapeutic Touch. other health concerns.

Library Branch: Bach
Room: Bach: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

[Adults] Susan Riback, Community Health Nurse Educator for the NNORC, is available for blood pressure checks, education on health topics, Therapeutic Touch. other health concerns.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Résumé Assistance

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Delaware: Reference Area at Delaware
Program Type:
Computer Help, One-on-One Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

[Ages 18+] Would you like to update or create a résumé? Having formatting nightmares? Need help tweaking or writing a cover letter? The Delaware Branch offers one-on-one sessions e...

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Library Branch: Delaware
Room: Delaware: Reference Area
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Computer Help, One-on-One Instruction
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

[Ages 18+] Would you like to update or create a résumé? Having formatting nightmares? Need help tweaking or writing a cover letter? The Delaware Branch offers one-on-one sessions every Thursday between 1-2pm. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One-to-one Tech Assistance at Pine Hills

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Pine Hills: Study Room 1 at Pine Hills
Program Type:
Computer Help, One-on-One Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

[Adults 18+]  Looking for help so you can confidently use a computer?  Sign up for a 30-minute session for help with:Computer basics - Mousing practice & Typing pract...

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Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Computer Help, One-on-One Instruction
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

[Adults 18+]  Looking for help so you can confidently use a computer?  Sign up for a 30-minute session for help with:

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

One-to-one Tech Assistance at Pine Hills

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Pine Hills: Study Room 1 at Pine Hills
Program Type:
Computer Help, One-on-One Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

[Adults 18+]  Looking for help so you can confidently use a computer?  Sign up for a 30-minute session for help with:Computer basics - Mousing practice & Typing pract...

Registration
Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Computer Help, One-on-One Instruction
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

[Adults 18+]  Looking for help so you can confidently use a computer?  Sign up for a 30-minute session for help with:

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Neighborhood Specialist Office Hours

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Arbor Hill/West Hill: Main Floor at Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Program Type:
Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

[Adults] The City of Albany's new Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you! Please stop by the Arbor Hill/West Hill Branch to meet Maribel Ramos Rodrigu...

Library Branch: Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Room: Arbor Hill/West Hill: Main Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Meet the Apps: Libby & Hoopla

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Delaware: Reference Area at Delaware
Program Type:
Computer Help, One-on-One Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

[Adults] Do you want to learn more about Libby and Hoopla & have Magazines, eBooks, eAudiobooks & Movies delivered to your phone or device!. This is a one-on-one session in...

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Library Branch: Delaware
Room: Delaware: Reference Area
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Computer Help, One-on-One Instruction
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

[Adults] Do you want to learn more about Libby and Hoopla & have Magazines, eBooks, eAudiobooks & Movies delivered to your phone or device!. This is a one-on-one session intended for new users of both Apps. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Asian Tea Ceremonies with Short and Stout Tea Lounge

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Delaware: Community Room at Delaware
Program Type:
Community Event, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

[Ages 18+] Led by the Short and Stout Tea Lounge, we will explore the brewing technique of Gong Fu Cha (Chinese) and ChadŌ (Japanese). Participants will have an opportunity to see ...

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Library Branch: Delaware
Room: Delaware: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

[Ages 18+] Led by the Short and Stout Tea Lounge, we will explore the brewing technique of Gong Fu Cha (Chinese) and ChadŌ (Japanese).

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Community Art

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bach: Community Room at Bach
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

[Adults] Do you like to paint in a group setting? That is what is this. A chance to draw in with a group of people. Each week there will be a still life for inspiration. Canvas and...

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Library Branch: Bach
Room: Bach: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

[Adults] Do you like to paint in a group setting? That is what is this. A chance to draw in with a group of people. Each week there will be a still life for inspiration. Canvas and paints will be provided.

Yom Kippur

All Day 10/11 - 10/12
Arbor Hill/ West Hill, Bach, Delaware, Howe, North Albany, Pine Hills, Washington Avenue, Outreach/ Offsite, Virtual/ Online

All Albany Public Library branches and offices will be closed for Yom Kippur (and observance day)

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Branches:
Arbor Hill/ West Hill, Bach, Delaware, Howe, North Albany, Pine Hills, Washington Avenue, Outreach/ Offsite, Virtual/ Online
Description:

All Albany Public Library branches and offices will be closed for Yom Kippur (and observance day)

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Tech Help

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Delaware: Reference Area at Delaware
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, Computer Help, One-on-One Instruction
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

[Adults] Bring your device & your questions and we'll figure it out together. Registration is required; call 518-427-4300, ext. 4 to register, or register online. Tech Help is ...

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Library Branch: Delaware
Room: Delaware: Reference Area
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Computer Help, One-on-One Instruction
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Monday Gentle Movement Group

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Howe: Large Meeting Room at Howe
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

Come Join us at the Howe Branch 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 mo...

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Library Branch: Howe
Room: Howe: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Come Join us at the Howe Branch 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 movement clothing i.e. Leggings and a tee shirt.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Symphony of Color: Coloring, Tea, and Classical Serenity

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Washington: Small Auditorium at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Unleash your inner artist! Come sit and enjoy coloring, tea, and classical music. We will provide a variety of intricate coloring sheets, colored pencils, and crayons. Whether you'...

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Small Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Unleash your inner artist! Come sit and enjoy coloring, tea, and classical music. We will provide a variety of intricate coloring sheets, colored pencils, and crayons.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English as a New Language (ENL) for Intermediate-Level Adult Learners

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Pine Hills: Small Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
Adult Literacy, English as a New Language
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

[For adults] English as a new language can be challenging and there is always room for improvement. Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County (www.lvorc.org) can help, and Alba...

Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy, English as a New Language
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

FFAPL Book Talk

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Washington: Large Auditorium at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Friends and Foundation of APL
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us as Richard King, retired attorney, discusses the book, On Call: A Doctor’s Journey in Public Health by Anthony Fauci, MD.

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Large Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends and Foundation of APL
Event Details:

Join us as Richard King, retired attorney, discusses the book, On Call: A Doctor’s Journey in Public Health by Anthony Fauci, MD.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Neighborhood Specialist Office Hours

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Arbor Hill/West Hill: Study Room 3 at Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Program Type:
Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

[Adults] The City of Albany's new Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you! Please stop by the Arbor Hill/West Hill Branch to meet Maribel Ramos Rodrigu...

Library Branch: Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Room: Arbor Hill/West Hill: Study Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

North Albany Neighborhood Specialist Office Hours

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Albany
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

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...

Library Branch: North Albany
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fabulous Fall Paper Collage

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Washington: Community Room at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Take a break and join Virginia M. for a Fabulous Fall Paper Collage program.  Bring yourself or make it a date night and release your inner artist!  Encourage your creati...

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Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Take a break and join Virginia M. for a Fabulous Fall Paper Collage program.  Bring yourself or make it a date night and release your inner artist!  Encourage your creativity with different techniques.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

All Abilities Social Group @ Pine Hills

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room at Pine Hills
Program Type:
Sensory Friendly
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

[Adults] Caregivers, stop in with your group for various activities for all abilities. Crafts, Legos, quiet time, coloring, movies... there's no limit to the fun we'll have! Call 5...

Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Sensory Friendly
Event Details:

[Adults] Caregivers, stop in with your group for various activities for all abilities. Crafts, Legos, quiet time, coloring, movies... there's no limit to the fun we'll have! Call 518-427-4300 ext.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knitting Group

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bach: Community Room at Bach
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or needlecrafting? Is it a hobby that you enjoyed in the past and would like to get back to? You can bring a project that you’re working on, or o...

Library Branch: Bach
Room: Bach: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or needlecrafting? Is it a hobby that you enjoyed in the past and would like to get back to? You can bring a project that you’re working on, or one that you want to start. All skill levels are welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Coffee and a Movie

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Washington: Large Auditorium at Washington Avenue
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

[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 ...

Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Large Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

[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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Classic Kung Fu Movie Night

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Arbor Hill/West Hill: Large Meeting Room at Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

[Adults] Come watch some classic and influential kung fu films at the Arbor Hill/West Hill branch.

Library Branch: Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Room: Arbor Hill/West Hill: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

[Adults] Come watch some classic and influential kung fu films at the Arbor Hill/West Hill branch.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

October Pumpkins: A Paper Craft

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
North Albany: Meeting Room at North Albany
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Using the paper curling technique, Stacey Kennedy will teach us how to make a pumpkin. Supplies are limited. Please reserve for your spot!

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Library Branch: North Albany
Room: North Albany: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Using the paper curling technique, Stacey Kennedy will teach us how to make a pumpkin. 

Supplies are limited. Please reserve for your spot!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Misinformation and the Manipulation of the Voting Public

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Howe: Large Meeting Room at Howe
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults
Event Details:

[For Adults]  Vera Eccarius-Kelly,  Professor of Political Science at Siena College, will speak about the insidious nature of propaganda and misinformation related to vot...

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Library Branch: Howe
Room: Howe: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:

[For Adults]  Vera Eccarius-Kelly,  Professor of Political Science at Siena College, will speak about the insidious nature of propaganda and misinformation related to voting