Week Calendar

[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.

Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County ENL class

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

Join our Livestream for an enlightening presentation by Smithsonian curator Sabrina Sholts. She will discuss how the very fact of being human increases our pandemic risks and empowers us to protect ourselves.

[For Ages 0-8] Join us for a special bilingual storytime and craft! We’ll be reading books in Farsi and English. All are welcome! Bring the whole family and enjoy Sunday at the library, where we're Growing Readers.

[Adults] The City of Albany's new Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you!

[Adults 18+] The City of Albany's new Department of Neighborhood Services wants to hear from you!

[Ages 5-11] Become a Library Scientist and together we will explore the world through STEM!

 Inspired by work conducted by Dr Shirley Ann Jackson, we will be creating our own electromagnets.

[For ages 3-7] Join us for a sensory friendly storytime with interactive stories, songs, dance, and play! 

Learning through play! Playdough playtime is a sensory learning experience for your young child. Kids will learn letters, shapes, numbers, and more while developing their fine motor skills and having fun in the process!

Students’ grades K-12 can meet with a student tutor from the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and University at Albany for a half an hour tutoring session. Tutors can offer homework help, worksheets, and test prep.  

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

[For Ages 13-17] Clash your favorite gaming icons in the ultimate showdown. Tweens and Teens are invited to bring their friends and play Super Smash. Come see if you are good enough to beat our library gamers!

[Adults] Come watch some classic, new, and influential martial arts films at the Arbor Hill/West Hill branch.

[Adults 18+] Join us for our relaxing monthly art workshop. No experience needed, just bring your creativity! Enjoy complimentary refreshments while you design and unwind.

This is a meeting of the Executive Committee of the Albany Public Library Board of Trustees.