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Tech Help

12:00pm - 12:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Delaware
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Delaware
Room: Delaware: Reference Area
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy, Computer Help, One-on-One Instruction
Event Details:

[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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Howe
Room: Howe: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy, English as a New Language
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tween/Teen" group.

Mini Makers @ the Albany Made Creative Lab

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tween/Teen
Washington Avenue
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Albany Made Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tween/Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[For Ages 6 - 14] Calling all little Makers! Along with access to all of the Albany Made Lab equipment, Mini Makers will be abke to use some of our favorite Youth Services gadgets and tools.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Feed the Birds! A program with the Albany Pine Bush Preserve

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Preschool, Children
Pine Hills
Registration
Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 54
Event Details:

[Ages 5-11] In recognition of National Bird Feeding month, we are excited to host a wildlife educator from the Pine Bush Preserve! The instructor will give a short presentation about the best practices for feeding birds and other local wildlife.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Gruff and Friends Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschool, Children
Pine Hills
Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Music, Sensory Friendly, Storytime
Event Details:

[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! 

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

All Abilities Social Group

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Older Adults
Delaware
Library Branch: Delaware
Room: Delaware: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Outreach, Sensory Friendly
Event Details:

[Adults] Caregivers, stop in with your group for various activities for all abilities. Crafts, Legos, karaoke, 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.

Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Library Branch: Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Room: Arbor Hill/West Hill: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy, English as a New Language
Event Details:

Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County ENL class

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Free HIV and Hep C Testing

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Washington Avenue
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Small Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

[For Adults] In Our Own Voices, Inc provides free HIV and HEP C testing. No registration or appointment required. Free and discreet. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tween/Teen" group.

Reading with Rocket!

3:30pm - 4:00pm
Children, Tween/Teen
Delaware
Library Branch: Delaware
Room: Delaware: Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Tween/Teen
Program Type: Growing Readers, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Book Buddies

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children
Pine Hills
Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club, Sensory Friendly, Storytime
Event Details:

[Ages 4-8] Visit the Pine Hill Branch library and explore our extensive picture book collection! Each week our "Book Buddies" will read pre-selected books featuring award winning authors.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Sensory Stations

4:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
Delaware
Library Branch: Delaware
Room: Delaware: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Sensory Friendly
Event Details:

[All Ages] Kinetic sand, orbeez, color-coordinated discovery bins, fidget toys, stress balls, tea tastings, relaxing sandscapes, calming music & more! Come explore our Sensory Stations. This is a drop-in program.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Novel Night Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Washington Avenue
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Small Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

[For Adults] Join us on the second Tuesday of each month at 6 PM for a group novel discussion. 
 

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tween/Teen" group.

Polaroid Valentines!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Preschool, Children, Tween/Teen
Washington Avenue
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tween/Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Growing Readers
Event Details:

[Ages 5-11] Make a personalized valentine with a portrait of YOU to give to a special someone or keep for yourself! Say CHEESE!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Board of Trustees Meeting

6:00pm - 8:00pm
All Ages
Washington Avenue
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Large Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Library Trustee Meetings
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of the Albany Public Library Board of Trustees.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Pajama Storytime

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Preschool, Children
Bach
Library Branch: Bach
Room: Bach: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Growing Readers, Storytime
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby Bounce Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool, Children
Bach
Library Branch: Bach
Room: Bach: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

[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.

 

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Sensory Friendly Storytime & Play at the Washington Ave. Branch

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool
Washington Avenue
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Growing Readers, Sensory Friendly, Storytime
Event Details:

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

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Caregivers

This program is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Crafting for Adults

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Older Adults
Bach
Registration
Library Branch: Bach
Room: Bach: Community Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

DIY Yarn Art: Create a beautiful landscape with yarn on canvas. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Coffee and a Movie

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Washington Avenue
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Large Auditorium
Age Group: 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 "Tween/Teen" group.

Pointillism Art for Tweens/Teens

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tween/Teen
Delaware
Library Branch: Delaware
Room: Delaware: Lobby
Age Group: Tween/Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

[Ages 11-17] Come learn about pointillism & try your hand at creating a pointillism painting. Drop in, while canvases last. Supplies are limited. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Valentine's Day Minute to Win It

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children
Bach
Registration
Library Branch: Bach
Room: Bach: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

[Ages 7-11]  I challenge you to "Valentine's Day Minute to Win It"!  We will do sweet and silly challenges with candy! 

This event is in the "Tween/Teen" group.

Gamers Unite!

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Tween/Teen
Washington Avenue
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Tween/Teen
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

[For Ages 10 to 17] A space welcoming all gamers age 10 to 17. Come play our Nintendo Switch on a big screen. Compete with others in multi-player chaos with up to 8 players at once!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Date Night at the Pine Hills Branch

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Pine Hills
Registration
Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

[For adults] Celebrate St. Valentine's Day by taking your friend or loved one on a charming evening date to the Pine Hills Branch! 

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Baby Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Preschool
Pine Hills
Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Growing Readers, Storytime
Event Details:

[For ages 0-18 months] Bring your baby and bounce along to fun stories, songs, and rhymes. Baby Storytime is a 15-minute program, followed by a relaxed playtime where you and baby will meet new friends.