Upcoming Events

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? Do you have a passion and skill for making hand-knitted or crocheted garments?

We have video games, anime, and potential make crafts! A place to hang with friends after school.

Countenance: The Contemporary Portrait, December 5- May 9, 2025

[For children 0-10 and their caregivers.] Spend your morning at the library enjoying tasty treats while creating crafty gifts for someone special.

[Ages 13-17] Hang out with fellow teen artists every Monday after school and use art supplies to doodle, sketch, or make whatever kind of art you want! In addition, every week will feature examples from notable artists and artistic movements.

[For ages 5-14] Calling all little Makers! Along with access to all of the Albany Made Lab equipment, Mini Makers will be able to use some of our favorite Youth Services gadgets and tools.

Join us for our relaxing monthly art workshop. No experience needed, just bring your creativity! Enjoy a soothing atmosphere and good company while you design and unwind.

Abstract art is all about expression. We will be using the language of lines, shapes, color, texture, and form to create a personal acrylic painting.

[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!

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

[Adults 18+] We welcome any kind of knitting, crocheting, quilting or needlework. Is it a hobby that you enjoyed in the past and would like to get back to? You can bring a project that you’re working on, or one that you want to start.

Color your own bookmark with whatever design you like! Make one for yourself or give it to a friend or family member. 

Local artist Kaila Kurtz returns for a holiday-themed crochet workshop!

[Ages 5-11] Need a handmade something special to hang up this season? We've got the blank ornaments, all you have to do is decorate them!

LIGHTS. CAMERA. ACTION! 

Join us once a month as we work together to put on a show designed by you. 

This year's show is based on the picture book, Buffalo Fluffalo by Bess Kalb.

[For Adults and Children Ages 6+] Calling all Artists, Crafters, Makers and Menders! Stop by the self-directed open Makerspace and start (or finish) something!

Make a simple evergreen wreath. All supplies will be included. No Experience necessary. Registration is required. Call 518-427-4300 ex. 4 to register or sign-up online.

[Adults] Do you like to paint in a group setting?  Here is your chance!  Each session will provide a still life for inspiration.  Canvas and paints will be provided.

[For Adults and Teens ages 14+] Celia and Katie, aka The Sewing Sisters, can show you how to hem a pair of pants, sew a button and answer your other sewing questions. Please register and include your sewing questions under Special Not

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? Do you have a passion and skill for making hand-knitted or crocheted garments?

[Ages 13-17] Hang out with fellow teen artists every Monday after school and use art supplies to doodle, sketch, or make whatever kind of art you want! In addition, every week will feature examples from notable artists and artistic movements.

[For ages 5-14] Calling all little Makers! Along with access to all of the Albany Made Lab equipment, Mini Makers will be able to use some of our favorite Youth Services gadgets and tools.

Come make cards and get your gift wrapping done at Howe while we listen to holiday music.

Experienced crochet artist "Genie of All Trades" will teach the basics of crochet and walk attendees through the creation of a Holiday Tree Garland. No experience needed. This is a 2-part series.