Upcoming Events

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

Contact Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County for more information and to sign up.  
https://www.lvorc.org/contact/  or  call 518-434-0540

[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!

The City of Albany's Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you! Please stop by the Bach Branch to meet Lisa Rodriguez, the Neighborhood Specialist for the Helderberg neighborhood.

Hey You! Yes You! Do you like Anime? How about Manga? How about geeking out with others who are like you?

[For Adults] Discover what is considered a weed and how to identify based on classification (Annual, Biennial, Perennial, Invasive Species).  We will discuss weed management strategies and the mistakes that homeowners make in controlling prob

[Adult - Ages 18+]. Join us to discuss our selected classic or popular book (usually non-fiction but could be fiction) that focuses on personal growth and wellness.

[For adults] The City of Albany's Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you! Please stop by the Pine Hills Branch to meet with Ken Louzier, the Neighborhood Specialist for Pine Hills. 

Join Michael Clarke, Executive Director of the Irish American Heritage Museum in Albany as he discusses growing up as a first-generation Irish American.  Learn about the Irish American heritage, story and culture.

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

[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. 

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

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

[Adults 18+] The City of Albany's new Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you!

[All Ages] This indoor tunnel is stocked with adult butterflies native to New England, and host and nectar plants with caterpillars, eggs, and chrysalis' to explore and interact with.

[18+] This is an all-inclusive book club for those who like to take their time reading. 

This book club reads fiction and non-fiction books that center around unique ideas, stories, and experiences.

Join us for an evening of relaxed conversation with other local parents and caretakers as we discuss these two thought-provoking books on parenting in the modern world.  

[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?

[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.

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.