Upcoming Events

[All ages] Experience the magic of live music in an intimate library setting with clarinetist Ye Hu and flutist Melanie Chirignan. 

[For adults] From May-October, Master Gardeners from Cornell Cooperative Extension - Albany County will be tending to our Pollinator Garden from 9:00-10:30am each Tuesday, rain or shine (unless it's pouring).

[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! 

[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.

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.

[Ages 7-17] Learn about the history of aviation and different aircraft designs. Explore the history of flight from the Wright Brothers to today! Create your own paper airplane from various templates and let them "take flight" at the library!

Join us as we review: The Technological Republic: Hard Power, Soft Belief, and the Future of the West by Alexander C. Karp and Nicholas W. Zamiska.

[Ages 5-11] Join us to build with large foam blocks! This is an outdoor event (weather-permitting). No registration necessary.

[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. 

[For All Ages] Calling all Artists, Musicians, Crafters, Makers and Menders! Stop by the self-directed open Makerspace and start (or finish) something!

[Ages 5-17] Kids love reading to Rocket, certified therapy dog.  Why?  Because he's soft, cuddly and a good listener.

Join us every Tuesday all summer for crafts and fun at Arbor Hill West Hill!

[Ages 3-5] Join us and music teacher, fiber artist and all-around enthusiast, Kaila Kurz, as we learn to make instruments and music using everyday objects!

Registration is required as supplies are limited.

[Ages 10-17] Interested in tabletop roleplaying games but don't know where to start? Mainstream games seem too complicated or uninteresting?

Lively produce-only market offers a variety of fresh farm products affordably. WIC coupons and EBT cards are welcome. 

Located in the back parking lot of Albany Public Library's Delaware Branch. 

[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.

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

Discover Theodore Roosevelts' connection to the Albany, NY area.  Join the discussion of "I Rose Like a Rocket: The Political Education of Theodore Roosevelt by local author Paul Grondahl.

[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.

[Ages 0-5] Join us for a sensory friendly storytime with dimmer lights, fidget toys, and fun songs, followed by unstructured play time.