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On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.
Time Sun (11/23) Mon (11/24) Tue (11/25) Wed (11/26) Thu (11/27) Fri (11/28) Sat (11/29)
All Day
Closing

Thanksgiving

All Day 11/27–11/28
All Branches
Branches:
Arbor Hill/ West Hill, Bach, Delaware, Howe, North Albany, Pine Hills, Washington Avenue, Outreach/ Offsite, Virtual/ Online
10 am

Tuesday Morning Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool, Children
Howe
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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.
11 am

Growing Readers Stories and Play at the Howe Branch

11:30am–12:00pm
Preschool
Howe
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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!
12 pm

Monday Gentle Movement Group

12:15pm–1:15pm
Adults, Older Adults
Howe
Open
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Howe
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Virtual/Online
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come Join us at the Howe Branch or on Zoom to get some light movement in to start your week off right! Please Make sure to bring a water bottle, walking shoes and to wear comfortable clothing for movement i.e. Leggings and a tee shirt.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Howe Neighborhood Specialist Hours

2:00pm–4:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Howe
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Library Branch: Howe
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

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. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Citizenship and Naturalization Preparation Class

2:30pm–4:00pm
Adults
Howe
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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.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Felting a Mushroom: A Whimsical Fiber Art Workshop

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Howe
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Howe
Room: Howe: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the magical art of needle felting while creating your own charming felted mushroom. In this hands-on workshop, you'll explore basic felting techniques using wool and simple tools—perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available by request. Please contact the branch directly.
3 pm
4 pm
5 pm

Yarn Over and Yap @Howe

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Howe
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Library Branch: Howe
Room: Howe: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music
Event Details:

[Ages 18+] Bring your knitting, crochet, needle work, coloring, or any other craft you've been working on to our monthly meeting where we talk, laugh, and enjoy some relaxing music.

Nighttime Kid Yoga

5:15pm–6:00pm
Children
Howe
Open
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Howe
Room: Howe: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Sensory Friendly
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calm your body and mind as you join us for weekly Nighttime yoga for kids, where we would learn 3 new yoga poses and learning breathing technique. 

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.
Closing

Early Closing for Thanksgiving

5:30pm–8:00pm
All Branches
Branches:
Arbor Hill/ West Hill, Bach, Delaware, Howe, North Albany, Pine Hills, Washington Avenue, Outreach/ Offsite, Virtual/ Online