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Make It! is a weekly activity where kids can unleash some creative energy on the weekend. This Sunday activity will be from 2 to 3pm.
[for ages 0 - 18 months] Please join us in our Youth Services Room for stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes for children ages 0 to 18 months and their caregiver. After storytime, enjoy unstructured playtime with sensory blocks, cars, balls, and much more!
[Ages 0-6 and their Caregivers] Come to Bach for a fun and educational storytime full of silliness, singing and movement. Then, stay to play!
A space for teens to hang out after school with crafts and games. Join us for a fun activity -- like origami, card games, movie screenings, slime, or video games -- or just relax with your friends!
[for ages 5-14] Calling all little Makers! Along with access to all of the Albany Made Lab equipment, Mini Makers will be able to use some of our favorite Youth Services gadgets and tools. We'll have make your own crayons, Shrinky Dinks, a button maker, Perler Beads, and More! STEM/STEAM programs involve programming that covers Science, Technology, Engineering, (Arts), and Math.
For ages 9 and up, Bleecker's Buddies Volunteer Hour is an opportunity for kids to get involved and help their library community! Together with their peers, kids will earn volunteer hours and have fun along the way.
Every Tuesday at 9:30am and 1:30pm enjoy this fun and educational time for our littlest visitors! Experiment together with art, science, language and math early learning activities that support early childhood learning. Children can Practice important skills like taking turns and making friends as they explore the stations that promote school readiness, social connections, and skill development. Best Suited for Children ages 2 to 5
[Ages 1-4] Come join Gruff the friendly storytime monster and his human librarian side-kick for fun stories, silly songs, and dancing. Bring your energy and your little one and get all the wiggles out!
[Ages 2-5] Come on down to the historic Howe Branch of the Albany Public library for Stories, Songs, Dancing, Playtime and Crafts!
A space for teens to hang out after school with crafts and games. Join us for a fun activity -- like origami, card games, movie screenings, slime, or video games -- or just relax with your friends!
[Ages 6-12] Calling all young trainers: come hang out and play with friends, do themed activities, learn variants of the card game, and more! And did we mention that Pine Hills is also a Pokémon Go Gym?
[Ages 2-5] Come on down to the historic Howe Branch of the Albany Public library for a calming version of our Storytimes with calmer songs.
This winter, we’ll be hosting a series of offsite flax work sessions where we’ll gather to continue our fiber work together. These small, hands-on gatherings will include activities like spinning, fiber preparation, and other relaxed workshop-style tasks that help move our flax-to-linen program forward. Each session will be casual, community-oriented, and open to all skill levels—whether you’re brand new to fiber arts or have been spinning for years. Come learn, practice, connect, and help us transform this season’s flax into beautiful material. Pre-register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tivoli-flax-project-off-site-winter-sessions-tickets-2003248791060
[Ages 2-7] Join us in your jammies for Pajama Storytime! We will read books, sing songs, and have lots of cozy fun! Feel free to bring a stuffie to snuggle up with.
Art Wednesdays feature a special new art project each week! Art Wednesday is from 9:30-11:30 and 1:30 to 3:30.
Join us for stories, songs and fun for preschoolers & their caregivers every week at the Delaware Branch. After Storytime-- stay & play! Let your little ones tap into their imaginations during this unstructured play time. Kids can color, create & practice their Letter of the Day-- or play with our toy kitchen, fidget toys, blocks, dolls, train sets & more! No registration required. Walk-ins always welcome.
[Ages 0-5] Join us for a sensory friendly storytime with dimmer lights, fidget toys, and fun songs, followed by unstructured play time.
[Ages 0-24 months] Join us for fun songs and short books to introduce your baby to storytime! We will meet in the community room, and babies and their caregivers are welcome to stay and play after storytime.
A space for teens to hang out after school with crafts and games. Join us for a fun activity -- like origami, card games, movie screenings, slime, or video games -- or just relax with your friends!
Each week we’ll read a different book allowing your child to create real world connections as they familiarize themselves with the alphabet, new vocabulary words, and rhymes. Best Suited for ages 2 and up What are we learning: Language Proficiency, Communication Skills, Listening Skills, and Fine Motor Skills
[For ages 2-5] Join us for a special storytime with tales and songs by and about Native Americans.
[For ages 0-18 months] Bring your baby and bounce along to fun stories, songs, and rhymes. Baby Storytime is a 15-minute program, followed by a relaxed playtime where you and baby will meet new friends.
A space for teens to hang out after school with crafts and games. Join us for a fun activity -- like origami, card games, movie screenings, slime, or video games -- or just relax with your friends!
[For ages 6-14] Minecraft beginners and experts: come build your world and characters in a weekly Minecraft competition with your friends! STEM/STEAM programs involve programming that covers Science, Technology, Engineering, (Arts) and Math.
Discover the many ways science is all around us in a program that is designed to spark curiosity and create those surprising ‘a-ha” moments for children that can last a lifetime. Whether children are experimenting with smells, designing an air powered car, or experimenting with color and dyes, these multi-sensory activities foster curiosity, creativity and problem-solving skills. Best suited for children ages 5 & up What are we learning: Cognitive Development, Early Science and Early Math Skills, Fine Motor Skills, Focus, Perseverance, Problem Solving Skills, Critical Thinking Skills
[For ages 1-4] Please join us for stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregiver. After storytime, enjoy unstructured playtime with sensory blocks, cars, balls, and much more!
A space for teens to hang out after school with crafts and games. Join us for a fun activity -- like origami, card games, movie screenings, slime, or video games -- or just relax with your friends!
Come and create! We'll offer various building kits for children to explore and use to design whatever comes to their imagination. This self-paced, unstructured building-enthusiast meet-up fosters creativity, fine motor skills and socialization as we share and build together. Engaging with blocks supports early childhood development by enhancing mathematical thinking (shapes, sorting), enhancing fine motor control, encouraging spatial reasoning, and developing emotional skills through creative expression. We'll offer diverse building materials for all ages, allowing children to play, learn, share and create freely twice a week at the library. No registration necessary-- just drop in! This program recurs every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month.
[For ages 9-17] Play various video games including Smash Brothers, Tekken, NBA 2K22 on the Nintendo Switch or PS4 with your friends!
Calling all young explorers to join us on an exhilarating journey into the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) as junior scientists! Embark on a thrilling adventure where you’ll unleash your curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Through hands-on experiments, interactive projects, and mind-bending challenges, you’ll discover the wonders of the universe, build cool gadgets, and unlock the mysteries of nature. Get ready to ask big questions, make amazing discoveries, and become the next generation of STEAM superheroes! Best suited for children ages 4 & up What are we learning: Cognitive Development, Early Science and Early Math Skills, Fine Motor Skills, Focus, Perseverance, Problem Solving Skills, Critical Thinking
[for ages 0-5] Join us for storytime, songs, and movement activities. Bring the whole family and enjoy Saturday at the library, where we're Growing Readers.
[For Ages 0-5] Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities. Bring the whole family and enjoy Saturday at the library! And after storytime, sign your little one up to be a part of our early literacy group, Growing Readers. Being a Growing Reader is not just about making sure your child is reading; it is also about capturing and growing the skills needed to be the best reader your child can be, creating a love for reading, and growing an even stronger connection between you and your child as you embark on this reading journey together.
Make It! is a weekly activity where kids can unleash some creative energy on the weekend. This Sunday activity will be from 2 to 3pm.
[for ages 0 - 18 months] Please join us in our Youth Services Room for stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes for children ages 0 to 18 months and their caregiver. After storytime, enjoy unstructured playtime with sensory blocks, cars, balls, and much more!
[Ages 0-6 and their Caregivers] Come to Bach for a fun and educational storytime full of silliness, singing and movement. Then, stay to play!
A space for teens to hang out after school with crafts and games. Join us for a fun activity -- like origami, card games, movie screenings, slime, or video games -- or just relax with your friends!
[for ages 5-14] Calling all little Makers! Along with access to all of the Albany Made Lab equipment, Mini Makers will be able to use some of our favorite Youth Services gadgets and tools. We'll have make your own crayons, Shrinky Dinks, a button maker, Perler Beads, and More! STEM/STEAM programs involve programming that covers Science, Technology, Engineering, (Arts), and Math.
Every Tuesday at 9:30am and 1:30pm enjoy this fun and educational time for our littlest visitors! Experiment together with art, science, language and math early learning activities that support early childhood learning. Children can Practice important skills like taking turns and making friends as they explore the stations that promote school readiness, social connections, and skill development. Best Suited for Children ages 2 to 5
[Ages 1-4] Come join Gruff the friendly storytime monster and his human librarian side-kick for fun stories, silly songs, and dancing. Bring your energy and your little one and get all the wiggles out!
[Ages 2-5] Come on down to the historic Howe Branch of the Albany Public library for a special Storytime as we read 3 or 4 tales from the Haudenosaunee.
As Excelsior University commemorates Veterans Day and National Military Family Month, we invite you to join us for a powerful and inspiring keynote premiere that explores the enduring impact of service beyond the military. On November 17 at 1:00 PM ET, the Center for Social Justice, Fielding Graduate University, and the Military & Veterans Rope…
Join us for our special monthly Storytime; we'll read stories and sing songs with Rocket the Therapy Dog! This Storytime is geared towards younger children aged 0-2, though all children 0-5 are welcome! This is a drop-in program; no registration required.
A space for teens to hang out after school with crafts and games. Join us for a fun activity -- like origami, card games, movie screenings, slime, or video games -- or just relax with your friends!
[Ages 6-12] Calling all young trainers: come hang out and play with friends, do themed activities, learn variants of the card game, and more! And did we mention that Pine Hills is also a Pokémon Go Gym?
[Ages 2-5] Come on down to the historic Howe Branch of the Albany Public library for a special Storytime as we read 3 or 4 tales from the Haudenosaunee.
[Ages 2-7] Join us in your jammies for Pajama Storytime! We will read books, sing songs, and have lots of cozy fun! Feel free to bring a stuffie to snuggle up with.
Art Wednesdays feature a special new art project each week! Art Wednesday is from 9:30-11:30 and 1:30 to 3:30.
Join us for stories, songs and fun for preschoolers & their caregivers every week at the Delaware Branch. After Storytime-- stay & play! Let your little ones tap into their imaginations during this unstructured play time. Kids can color, create & practice their Letter of the Day-- or play with our toy kitchen, fidget toys, blocks, dolls, train sets & more! No registration required. Walk-ins always welcome.
[Ages 0-5] Join us for a sensory friendly storytime with dimmer lights, fidget toys, and fun songs, followed by unstructured play time.
[Ages 0-24 months] Join us for fun songs and short books to introduce your baby to storytime! We will meet in the community room, and babies and their caregivers are welcome to stay and play after storytime.
Join us for age-appropriate sensory discovery playtime once a month on the third Wednesday. Walk-ins welcome.
A space for teens to hang out after school with crafts and games. Join us for a fun activity -- like origami, card games, movie screenings, slime, or video games -- or just relax with your friends!
[Ages 3-5] Come enjoy dim lights, sensory stations, and enjoy a good story! Stations will be set up for our young friends to engage with while listening to a story read aloud. All are welcome!
Each week we’ll read a different book allowing your child to create real world connections as they familiarize themselves with the alphabet, new vocabulary words, and rhymes. Best Suited for ages 2 and up What are we learning: Language Proficiency, Communication Skills, Listening Skills, and Fine Motor Skills
[For ages 2-5] Calling all parents, caregivers, and day-care providers! Join us for an hour of stories, rhymes, songs, dance and play!
[For ages 0-18 months] Bring your baby and bounce along to fun stories, songs, and rhymes. Baby Storytime is a 15-minute program, followed by a relaxed playtime where you and baby will meet new friends.
A space for teens to hang out after school with crafts and games. Join us for a fun activity -- like origami, card games, movie screenings, slime, or video games -- or just relax with your friends!
[For ages 6-14] Minecraft beginners and experts: come build your world and characters in a weekly Minecraft competition with your friends! STEM/STEAM programs involve programming that covers Science, Technology, Engineering, (Arts) and Math.
[For youth, ages 9-14.] Read this month's book before our meeting and join us (virtually) for a fun discussion! In honor of Native American Heritage Month, November's book selection is The Birchbark House by Louise Erdrich. **The meeting will be held via Zoom. A link and password to access the Zoom meeting will be sent upon registration.** Ways to find the book: The Birchbark House is available to request in print and as a Playaway audiobook. It is also available as an e-audiobook on Libby. Call your local branch if you need help accessing the book.
Discover the many ways science is all around us in a program that is designed to spark curiosity and create those surprising ‘a-ha” moments for children that can last a lifetime. Whether children are experimenting with smells, designing an air powered car, or experimenting with color and dyes, these multi-sensory activities foster curiosity, creativity and problem-solving skills. Best suited for children ages 5 & up What are we learning: Cognitive Development, Early Science and Early Math Skills, Fine Motor Skills, Focus, Perseverance, Problem Solving Skills, Critical Thinking Skills
[For ages 1-4] Please join us for stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes for toddlers and their caregiver. After storytime, enjoy unstructured playtime with sensory blocks, cars, balls, and much more!
Join us for bilingual storytime and play! We will be reading books and songs in both English and Spanish. All are welcome to enjoy storytime at the library, where we're Growing Readers. ¡Únase a nosotros para la hora de cuentos bilingüe y juego! Vamos a leer libros y cantar canciones tanto en inglés como en español. Todos son bienvenidos a disfrutar la hora de cuentos en la biblioteca, dónde somos Growing Readers. And after storytime, sign your little one up to be a part of our early literacy group, Growing Readers. Being a Growing Reader is not just about making sure your child is reading; it is also about capturing and growing the skills needed to be the best reader your child can be, creating a love for reading, and growing an even stronger connection between you and your child as you embark on this reading journey together.
A space for teens to hang out after school with crafts and games. Join us for a fun activity -- like origami, card games, movie screenings, slime, or video games -- or just relax with your friends!
[For ages 9-17] Play various video games including Smash Brothers, Tekken, NBA 2K22 on the Nintendo Switch or PS4 with your friends!
Calling all young explorers to join us on an exhilarating journey into the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) as junior scientists! Embark on a thrilling adventure where you’ll unleash your curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Through hands-on experiments, interactive projects, and mind-bending challenges, you’ll discover the wonders of the universe, build cool gadgets, and unlock the mysteries of nature. Get ready to ask big questions, make amazing discoveries, and become the next generation of STEAM superheroes! Best suited for children ages 4 & up What are we learning: Cognitive Development, Early Science and Early Math Skills, Fine Motor Skills, Focus, Perseverance, Problem Solving Skills, Critical Thinking
[for ages 0-5] Join us for storytime, songs, and movement activities. Bring the whole family and enjoy Saturday at the library, where we're Growing Readers.
[For Ages 0-5] Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities. Bring the whole family and enjoy Saturday at the library! And after storytime, sign your little one up to be a part of our early literacy group, Growing Readers. Being a Growing Reader is not just about making sure your child is reading; it is also about capturing and growing the skills needed to be the best reader your child can be, creating a love for reading, and growing an even stronger connection between you and your child as you embark on this reading journey together.
[For ages 6-12] Get creative and put your engineering skills to the test as you design, build, and race your very own marble run!
[Ages 6-14] MiSci presents: What is electricity, and where does it come from? Explore the different types of electricity and see how it is generated and used in this shocking program!
Make It! is a weekly activity where kids can unleash some creative energy on the weekend. This Sunday activity will be from 2 to 3pm.
[for ages 0 - 18 months] Please join us in our Youth Services Room for stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes for children ages 0 to 18 months and their caregiver. After storytime, enjoy unstructured playtime with sensory blocks, cars, balls, and much more!
A space for teens to hang out after school with crafts and games. Join us for a fun activity -- like origami, card games, movie screenings, slime, or video games -- or just relax with your friends!
[for ages 5-14] Calling all little Makers! Along with access to all of the Albany Made Lab equipment, Mini Makers will be able to use some of our favorite Youth Services gadgets and tools. We'll have make your own crayons, Shrinky Dinks, a button maker, Perler Beads, and More! STEM/STEAM programs involve programming that covers Science, Technology, Engineering, (Arts), and Math.
Every Tuesday at 9:30am and 1:30pm enjoy this fun and educational time for our littlest visitors! Experiment together with art, science, language and math early learning activities that support early childhood learning. Children can Practice important skills like taking turns and making friends as they explore the stations that promote school readiness, social connections, and skill development. Best Suited for Children ages 2 to 5
[Ages 1-4] Come join Gruff the friendly storytime monster and his human librarian side-kick for fun stories, silly songs, and dancing. Bring your energy and your little one and get all the wiggles out!
[Ages 2-5] Come on down to the historic Howe Branch of the Albany Public library for Stories, Songs, Dancing, Playtime and Crafts!
A space for teens to hang out after school with crafts and games. Join us for a fun activity -- like origami, card games, movie screenings, slime, or video games -- or just relax with your friends!
Pointillism (aka Dot Art) has a long history; it's a fun technique that uses small dots of color to create pictures and designs. Bring your child to the library to learn more and create their own works of art. Registration preferred; call the library at 518-427-4300 ext 4 or register online or in-person. *STEM/STEAM programs involve programming that covers Science, Technology, Engineering, (Arts) and Math
[Ages 6-12] Calling all young trainers: come hang out and play with friends, do themed activities, learn variants of the card game, and more! And did we mention that Pine Hills is also a Pokémon Go Gym?
[For ages 11-17] Interested in collectible card games? Learn how to play Magic: The Gathering, receive a free starter deck, and battle it out with other beginners!
[Ages 2-5] Come on down to the historic Howe Branch of the Albany Public library for a calming version of our Storytimes with calmer songs.
Art Wednesdays feature a special new art project each week! Art Wednesday is from 9:30-11:30 and 1:30 to 3:30.
Join us for stories, songs and fun for preschoolers & their caregivers every week at the Delaware Branch. After Storytime-- stay & play! Let your little ones tap into their imaginations during this unstructured play time. Kids can color, create & practice their Letter of the Day-- or play with our toy kitchen, fidget toys, blocks, dolls, train sets & more! No registration required. Walk-ins always welcome.
[Ages 0-5] Join us for a sensory friendly storytime with dimmer lights, fidget toys, and fun songs, followed by unstructured play time.
A space for teens to hang out after school with crafts and games. Join us for a fun activity -- like origami, card games, movie screenings, slime, or video games -- or just relax with your friends!
[for ages 0-5] Join us for storytime, songs, and movement activities. Bring the whole family and enjoy Saturday at the library, where we're Growing Readers.
[For Ages 0-5] Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities. Bring the whole family and enjoy Saturday at the library! And after storytime, sign your little one up to be a part of our early literacy group, Growing Readers. Being a Growing Reader is not just about making sure your child is reading; it is also about capturing and growing the skills needed to be the best reader your child can be, creating a love for reading, and growing an even stronger connection between you and your child as you embark on this reading journey together.
[For Ages 0-5] Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities. Bring the whole family and enjoy Saturday at the library! And after storytime, sign your little one up to be a part of our early literacy group, Growing Readers. Being a Growing Reader is not just about making sure your child is reading; it is also about capturing and growing the skills needed to be the best reader your child can be, creating a love for reading, and growing an even stronger connection between you and your child as you embark on this reading journey together.
[for ages 0 - 18 months] Please join us in our Youth Services Room for stories, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes for children ages 0 to 18 months and their caregiver. After storytime, enjoy unstructured playtime with sensory blocks, cars, balls, and much more!
[Ages 0-6 and their Caregivers] Come to Bach for a fun and educational storytime full of silliness, singing and movement. Then, stay to play!
A space for teens to hang out after school with crafts and games. Join us for a fun activity -- like origami, card games, movie screenings, slime, or video games -- or just relax with your friends!
[for ages 5-14] Calling all little Makers! Along with access to all of the Albany Made Lab equipment, Mini Makers will be able to use some of our favorite Youth Services gadgets and tools. We'll have make your own crayons, Shrinky Dinks, a button maker, Perler Beads, and More! STEM/STEAM programs involve programming that covers Science, Technology, Engineering, (Arts), and Math.
[Ages 1-4] Come join Gruff the friendly storytime monster and his human librarian side-kick for fun stories, silly songs, and dancing. Bring your energy and your little one and get all the wiggles out!
Albany is New York's capital, and the Empire State Plaza with its marble State Museum, free to enter, is where most local families' school trips begin. The Hudson riverfront, Washington Park and the Albany Pine Bush preserve give the city more green space than its downtown suggests. The Albany Public Library runs branches across the city's old neighbourhoods.
Holiday events for kids in Albany, 2026: tree lightings, light displays, Santa visits and gingerbread workshops, day by day.
36 children’s events are on in Albany in the next seven days, read every night from the calendars of Albany Public Library (8 branches, 199 upcoming programmes), plus Children's Museum at Saratoga, Tivoli Lake Preserve and Underground Railroad Education Center. Library programmes are free. Museum and zoo events say “admission may apply”; check the venue for prices.
72 places to collect. Tap “I'm here” when you're at one and the stamp goes in your book; collect 5 and print the certificate.
Stamps live on your phone. Open your passport to see them all, print the certificate, or save them to your email.
Yes and no. Every event, time, address and link is open to anyone. An account only lets you save outings you plan to go to.
Each library and venue calendar is re-read every night, so a cancelled storytime disappears within a day. Times are shown in Albany’s own time zone.
Babies and toddlers, preschoolers, early grades, tweens and teens. Pick an age range above to narrow the list; leave them all off to see everything.
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