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Bleecker Scavenger Hunt: Take Your Child to the Library Day

All Day
Preschool, Children
Pine Hills
Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Growing Readers
Event Details:

Bleecker has flown the coop and has been spotted hanging out at the APL libraries! 

Stop by any library branch this weekend to see if you can help us find Bleecker and win a small prize.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Bleecker Scavenger Hunt: Take Your Child to the Library Day

All Day
Preschool, Children
Howe
Library Branch: Howe
Room: Howe: Reference
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Growing Readers
Event Details:

Bleecker has flown the coop and has been spotted hanging out at the APL libraries! 

Stop by any library branch this weekend to see if you can help us find Bleecker and win a small prize.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Bleecker Scavenger Hunt: Take Your Child to the Library Day

All Day
Preschool, Children
Washington Avenue
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Growing Readers
Event Details:

Bleecker has flown the coop and has been spotted hanging out at the APL libraries! 

Stop by any library branch this weekend to see if you can help us find Bleecker and win a small prize.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

1st Saturday for Families: Bleecker Bonanza!

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool, Children
Washington Avenue
Library Branch: Washington Avenue
Room: Washington: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Growing Readers, Storytime, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

[For children 0-10 and their caregivers.] Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with us this morning! Join our owl mascot, Bleecker, for a special owl-themed storytime, followed by a chance to take photos with Bleecker!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

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.

Growing Readers Stories and Play at the Pine Hills Branch

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

[For Ages 0-5] Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities. Bring the whole family and enjoy Saturday at the library!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

Growing Readers Stories and Play at the Howe Branch

11:30am–12:00pm
Preschool
Howe
Library Branch: Howe
Room: Howe: Children's Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Growing Readers, Storytime
Event Details:

[For Ages 0-5] Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities. Bring the whole family and enjoy Saturday at the library!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Bleecker Scavenger Hunt: Take Your Child to the Library Day

All Day
Preschool, Children
Delaware
Library Branch: Delaware
Room: Delaware: Children's Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Growing Readers
Event Details:

Bleecker has flown the coop and has been spotted hanging out at the APL libraries! 

Stop by any library branch this weekend to see if you can help us find Bleecker and win a small prize.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Bleecker Scavenger Hunt: Take Your Child to the Library Day

All Day
Preschool, Children
Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Library Branch: Arbor Hill/ West Hill
Room: Arbor Hill/West Hill: Main Floor
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Growing Readers
Event Details:

Bleecker has flown the coop and has been spotted hanging out at the APL libraries! 

Stop by any library branch this weekend to see if you can help us find Bleecker and win a small prize.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Bleecker Scavenger Hunt: Take Your Child to the Library Day

All Day
Preschool, Children
Bach
Library Branch: Bach
Room: Bach: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Growing Readers
Event Details:

Bleecker has flown the coop and has been spotted hanging out at the APL libraries! 

Stop by any library branch this weekend to see if you can help us find Bleecker and win a small prize.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Baby 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, Storytime
Event Details:

[For ages 0-18 months] Please join us in our Youth Services Room for stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes for children ages 0 to 18 months and their caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

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.

Tuesday Morning Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool, Children
Howe
Library Branch: Howe
Room: Howe: Children's Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Growing Readers, Music, Sensory Friendly, Storytime
Event Details:

[2-5] Come on down to the historic Howe Branch of the Albany Public library for Stories, Songs, Dancing, Playtime and Crafts!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Reading with Rocket!

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

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

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

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.

Storytime & Play

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool
Delaware
Library Branch: Delaware
Room: Delaware: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Growing Readers, Storytime
Event Details:

[Ages 0-5] Join us for stories, songs & fun for preschoolers and their caregivers every week at the Delaware Branch. After Storytime-- stay & play! Let your little ones tap into their imaginations during this unstructured play time.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

Toddler 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, Storytime
Event Details:

[For ages 1-4] Please join us for stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregiver. After storytime, enjoy unstructured playtime with sensory blocks, cars, balls, and much more!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

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.

Growing Readers Stories and Play at the Pine Hills Branch

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

[For Ages 0-5] Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities. Bring the whole family and enjoy Saturday at the library!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

Growing Readers Stories and Play at the Washington Ave Branch

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

[For Ages 0-5] Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities. Bring the whole family and enjoy Saturday at the library, where we're Growing Readers.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

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.

Growing Readers Stories and Play at the Howe Branch

11:30am–12:00pm
Preschool
Howe
Library Branch: Howe
Room: Howe: Children's Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Growing Readers, Storytime
Event Details:

[For Ages 0-5] Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities. Bring the whole family and enjoy Saturday at the library!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Baby 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, Storytime
Event Details:

[For ages 0-18 months] Please join us in our Youth Services Room for stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes for children ages 0 to 18 months and their caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

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.

Celebrate Clifford's Birthday with WMHT

2:00pm–3:30pm
Preschool, Children
Pine Hills
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pine Hills
Room: Pine Hills: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Growing Readers
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're invited to the party of the year for Clifford, the Big Red Dog!

Join us and Barbara Lukas from WMHT as we celebrate Clifford's Birthday.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Tuesday Morning Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool, Children
Howe
Library Branch: Howe
Room: Howe: Children's Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Growing Readers, Music, Sensory Friendly, Storytime
Event Details:

[2-5] Come on down to the historic Howe Branch of the Albany Public library for Stories, Songs, Dancing, Playtime and Crafts!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Reading with Rocket!

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

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

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.

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.