Event List

Chalk pastels have a rich cultural history related to natural earth pigments. In this workshop we will draw focus and inspiration using a still life. Supplies will be provided!

This interactive class introduces participants to the wellness benefits of plants while teaching practical care techniques. The program includes:

[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.

Caregivers, drop in with your group for various activities for our All Abilities Social Group. Crafts, LEGOs, quiet time, coloring, fidgets, discovery bins, sensory items... there's no limit to the fun we'll have! Call 518-427-4300 ext.

[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!

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

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 Book Review: Mona’s Eyes, a novel by the French art historian Thomas Schlesser.  Reviewer:  Roger Green, MLS, business librarian, retired from the NY Small Busines

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!

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

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

Celebrate Poetry month with sonnets and acrostics. Be inspired by Shakespeare, Yeats and Edna St. Vincent Millay and try out your own sonnet and write an acrostic. 

Students’ grades K-12 can meet with a student tutor from the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and University at Albany for a half an hour tutoring session. Tutors can offer homework help, worksheets, and test prep.  

[For children & families] For Autism Acceptance month, join autism advocate and public speaker Andrew Maggio as he shares his firsthand experiences living with autism.

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

Learn about the timeless art of Quilling. Students will be shown how to complete a simple quilling project and will be taught skills that can be applied to other projects. No experience necessary and all materials will be provided.

Monthly meeting of the Albany Public Library Board of Trustees.

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

[Ages 0-24 months] Join us for fun songs and short books to introduce your baby to storytime! We will meet in the community room, and babies and their caregivers are welcome to stay and play after storytime.