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Speed Friending
Wednesday, February 5, 5:30 p.m.
Making friends as an adult can be hard! Join us for speed friending, a fun and relaxed way to connect with others. Have quick conversations to discover shared interests. You’ll receive helpful talking points to ease into discussions to help you skip the small talk and feel at ease. Meet new people and enjoy refreshments.
Registration is required, sign up here!
Please note: This event is not for finding romantic connections and there is no pressure to give out contact information.
Chess Club
Saturday, February 8, 1-4 P.M.
The Albany Library Chess Club currently meets up once a month. You can stop by to play some casual or timed games. Join our club on Chess.com: Albany Library Chess Club – Chess Club – Chess.com. All ages welcome.
Wicked Movie Night!
Saturday, February 8, 5 p.m.
Come watch the hit Broadway play turned movie! All Ages welcome, popcorn will be provided.
The showing will be split into two rooms, one for a quiet movie experience, the other for you to sing along to your heart’s content!
Tiny Art!
February 1-March 8
The Tiny Art Show is back! Starting February 1, you can pick up a kit at the Albany Public Library so you can make a miniature work of art. Make sure and return your completed art by Saturday, March 8 in order to have your art displayed in our Tiny Art Show March 26-29.
Untold Stories of Albany: Contributions and Challenges in Black History
Saturday February 22, 10:30 a.m.
Join Oregon Black Pioneers and KinCultivate for a groundbreaking presentation highlighting Albany, Oregon’s Black history. Crafted specifically for Albany, this program will explore untold stories of Black pioneers, business owners, and community leaders, shedding light on their contributions and resilience.
Led by Oregon Black Pioneers’ Mariah Rocker, this presentation will also include snacks, an interactive trivia session with prizes, and opportunities to connect with local organizations. Sponsored by support from the Friends of the Library.