Upcoming Events

The City of Albany's Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you! Please stop by the Howe Branch to meet with Shneecka Alexander, the Neighborhood Specialist for the South End. 

The City of Albany's Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you! Please stop by the Delaware Branch to meet with Shneecka Alexander, the Neighborhood Specialist for the Delaware neighborhood. 

Welcome travelers! Do you want to play Dungeons & Dragons but unsure where to start? Join us and learn how to make your characters and worlds come alive.

Explore the Howe Branch Library to find items and materials that fit within a winter and/or holiday theme, and win a prize if you find something for each category! 

The City of Albany's Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you! Please stop by the Howe Branch to meet with Shneecka Alexander, the Neighborhood Specialist for the South End. 

The City of Albany's Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you! Please stop by the Delaware Branch to meet with Shneecka Alexander, the Neighborhood Specialist for the Delaware neighborhood. 

Welcome travelers! Do you want to play Dungeons & Dragons but unsure where to start? Join us and learn how to make your characters and worlds come alive.

[For ages 11-17] Relax and read manga or share about your favorites in a cozy environment. Come enjoy our huge manga collection or bring your own!

In this talk, we will discover the ancient philosophy of Epicureanism, exploring how to cultivate happiness, friendship, and a life well-lived.

The City of Albany's Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you! Please stop by the Delaware Branch to meet with Shneecka Alexander, the Neighborhood Specialist for the Delaware neighborhood. 

Welcome travelers! Do you want to play Dungeons & Dragons but unsure where to start? Join us and learn how to make your characters and worlds come alive.

How well do you know your Star Trek? Join us for a friendly game of trivia. The winner will receive a basket of Star Trek-themed items. Registration is necessary.  Call the library at 518-427-4300 ext. 4 to register or register online.

The City of Albany's Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you! Please stop by the Delaware Branch to meet with Shneecka Alexander, the Neighborhood Specialist for the Delaware neighborhood. 

All of us have said that we love another person (or a pet, or our hobby, or ice cream). But what is really meant by “love?” Is love a recognition of virtue in another? Or is it a bestowal of value? Is love rational and can it be justified?

[For ages 11-17] Relax and read manga or share about your favorites in a cozy environment. Come enjoy our huge manga collection or bring your own!

In this talk, we will explore the ancient philosophy of Stoicism, discovering how to live a resilient, virtuous, and purposeful life.

How well do you know your Star Trek? Join us for a friendly game of trivia. The winner will receive a basket of Star Trek-themed items. Registration is necessary.  Call the library at 518-427-4300 ext. 4 to register or register online.

The City of Albany's Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you! Please stop by the Delaware Branch to meet with Shneecka Alexander, the Neighborhood Specialist for the Delaware neighborhood. 

[Ages 5-12] Be amazed! Come to an interactive magic show with Melvin the Magnificent and his furry assistant!

Welcome travelers! Do you want to play Dungeons & Dragons but unsure where to start? Join us and learn how to make your characters and worlds come alive.