Winter Reading Program / El programa de lectura de invierno

December 1 – January 31

1 de deciembre – 31 de enero

Stop by and pick up a reading log, then mark each day you read December 1 – January 31. After 30 days of reading, you’ll receive a prize! Winter Reading is for all ages!

Pasa a recoger un registro de lectura. Marca la casilla por cada día que leas desde 1° de deciembre – 31 de enero. Cuando consigas 30 días, recibirás un premio. Para todas las edades.

Albany Authors Meetup

Tuesday, December 10, 5:30 – 7 p.m.

Join us for a monthly co-writing event this winter to work on your project in a supportive community environment. We will discuss the purpose of our projects to gain clarity, set intentions for our time together for accountability, and engage in facilitated writing sprints to make progress towards our goals. Please bring your own writing materials (laptop, notebook, etc.) and a project to work on.

Facilitated by Jenesis Rose Long, Ed.M. Author, Coach & Podcast Host of Sustain Your Passion

Genre Gems: Holiday Romance Night!

Wednesday, December 11, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

A reader’s hub to provide an open and comfortable space for readers and enthusiasts to meet and connect over shared interests, conversations and books.

Crochet and Knit for Jackson Street

Saturday December 14, 2-4 p.m.

Join us for a cozy afternoon of knitting and crocheting! Help support youth in our community by making hats and scarves for Jackson Street Youth Services. Enjoy snacks and friendly conversation.

All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Library of Things

The Albany Public Library is excited to announce the launch of our new Library of Things collection!

Click here to learn more and place Things on hold.