Friends Supported Events

Below are upcoming one time and ongoing library events supported by the Friends of the Albany Library. The one time events are listed first by month, then the ongoing events follow. Please go to the Albany Library Website Events page for more detailed information, and also to see additional Events that are provided by the Alameda County Library Events | Alameda County Library | BiblioCommons

 

One Time Library Events

 

December

Movies at the Albany Library – You Hurt My Feelings

Join us for a movie event!   Link to event for more information including movie synopsis: Movie: You Hurt My Feelings

Wednesday, December 6,  6:30 pm – 8:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Origami with Margo

Join us for origami at the Albany Library! Our teacher Margo will be showing us how to make folds for a variety of skill levels and ages. No registration required. Children under 8 must be with an adult. Link to event for more information: Origami with Margo

Saturday, December 9,  11:00 am – 1:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Movies at the Albany Library – Oppenheimer

Join us for a movie event!   Link to event for more information including movie synopsis: Movie: Oppenheimer

Wednesday, December 13,  4:45 pm – 8:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Arts and Crafts – Making a Gratitude Wreath

Join us, as we create gratitude wreaths. The wreaths can be displayed anywhere and provide recipients with reminders that you appreciate their kindness while creating wonderful pieces of art. The wreaths can be displayed anywhere. The library will provide all the supplies for 15 participants to create wreaths. Attendees are limited to 15 and the event is first come first serve. Link to event for more information: Making a Gratitude Wreath

Saturday, December 16,  10:15 am – 1:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Movies at the Albany Library – Elemental

Join us for a movie event!   Link to event for more information including movie synopsis: Movie: Elemental

Saturday, December 16,  2:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

January

Albany Reads Event: Accountable Book Discussion for Teens 

Join us for an Accountable Book Discussion for Teens. Complimentary copies of Accountable are available at the library. Link to event for more information including a link to download a copy of the discussion guide and registration. Registration required. Link to event for more information: Albany Reads Event: Accountable Book Discussion for Teens

Wednesday, January 3,  4:30 pm – 5:30 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Albany Reads Event: Accountable Book Discussion 

Join us for an Accountable Book Discussion. Complimentary copies of Accountable are available at the library. Link to event for more information including a link to download a copy of the discussion guide and registration. Registration required. Link to event for more information: Albany Reads Event: Accountable Book Discussion

Thursday, January 4,  5:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Albany Reads Event: Albany FilmFest Presents…Embracing Diversity 

Join us for short films that explore the complexity and diversity of human experience and identity. Link to event for more information: Albany Reads Event: Albany FilmFest Presents Embracing Diversity

Tuesday, January 9,  7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Albany Reads Event: The Souls of White Jokes | Book Talk with Raul Lopez – Virtual Event On Zoom

Join us for a Book Discussion. Author Raúl Pérez will discuss his book, The Souls of White Jokes which provides an in depth look at the use of racist humor to perpetuate racism and White Supremacy. Complimentary copies of Accountable are available at the library. Registration required. The Zoom link will be sent out about 24 hours before the event.  Link to event for more information and registration:   Albany Reads Event: The Souls of White Jokes Book Talk with Dr. Raul Lopez

Wednesday, January 10,  6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Virtual Event on Zoom

Origami with Margo

Join us for origami at the Albany Library! Our teacher Margo will be showing us how to make folds for a variety of skill levels and ages. No registration required. Children under 8 must be with an adult. Link to event for more information: Origami with Margo

Saturday, January 13,  11:00 am – 1:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library 

Albany Reads Event: Restorative Justice Panel | In Person at Albany High School Little Theater

A panel of leading Bay Area restorative justice practitioners will discuss the integration of restorative justice in schools and the meaning of accountability. Albany High School students will moderate this program. Link to event for more information and registration:   Albany Reads Event: Restorative Justice Panel

Wednesday, January 17,  6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Albany High School Little Theater 603 Key Route Blvd, Albany, CA 94706

Albany Reads Event: Growing Up In Public: Coming of Age in A Digital World Book Talk with Author Devorah Heitner 

How parents can mentor children as they grow up on social media apps. Link to event for more information and registration:   Albany Reads Event: Growing Up In Public

Thursday, January 18,  3:30 pm – 4:30 pm – Virtual Event on Zoom

Albany Reads Event: Accountable Book Talk with Dashka Slater, in conversation with Aishatu Yusuf| In Person at Albany High School Little Theater

Award-winning and New York Times-bestselling author Dashka Slater will be joined by Aishatu Yusuf, Vice President of Innovative Programs at Impact Justice for an engaging conversation about Accountable. Complimentary copies of Accountable are available at the library. Following the conversation there will be time for audience questions.  Link to event for more information:   Albany Reads Event: Accountable Book Talk with Dashka Slater in Conversation with Aishatu Yusuf

Wednesday, January 24,  7:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Albany High School Little Theater 603 Key Route Blvd, Albany, CA 94706

Albany Reads Event: Kindness Storytime

Join us for a special family storytime for all ages, in which we celebrate the beauty in acts of kindness and the community and connection they inspire. Link to event for more information:   Albany Reads Event: Kindness Storytime for Kids

Saturday, January 27,  11:00 am – 11:30 pm – Edith Stone Room

Albany Reads Event: Accountable Book Discussion for Teens 

Join us for an Accountable Book Discussion for Teens. Complimentary copies of Accountable are available at the library. Link to event for more information including a link to download a copy of the discussion guide and registration. Registration required. Link to event for more information: Albany Reads: Accountable Book Discussion for Teens

Sunday, January 28,  3:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Albany Reads Event: The Mask You Live In| Film Screening Followed by Discussion/Q&A with Ashanti Branch | In Person at Albany High School Little Theater

The film follows boys and young men as they struggle to stay true to themselves while negotiating America’s narrow definition of masculinity. It ultimately illustrates how we, as a society, can raise a healthier generation of boys and young men. Link to event for more information:   Albany Reads Event: The Mask You Live In Film Screening Followed by Discussion/Q&A with Ashanti Branch

Wednesday, January 31,  6:00 pm – 8:30 pm – Albany High School Little Theater 603 Key Route Blvd, Albany, CA 94706

Ongoing Library Events

Ongoing Library Events are divided by age category; Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens and Adults. 

Babies & Toddlers

Baby Story Time  

Join us for Baby Storytime at the Albany Library! The lap sit storytime is designed for babies up to 18 months and their adult caregivers. Hear stories, sing songs, participate in lap bounces and stay after to play with toys. Link to Albany Library Events for more information: Baby Storytime

Toddler Time  

Toddler Time is back at the Albany Library for songs, stories and movement activities!  No registration is needed but attendance is limited. Link to Albany Library Events for more information: Toddler Time

Kids     

Swords! Sorcery! Snacks! Looking for somewhere for your fantasy roleplaying game needs? Come over to the Albany Library! We’ll be running a campaign for you! We’ll teach you the rules, and while you’re welcome to bring your own character, pre-built characters will be provided to everyone. Link to Albany Library Events for more information: Dungeons and Dragons and Beyond: Roleplaying Games at Albany | Events | Alameda County Library (bibliocommons.com)

Get involved with the Teen Advisory Group (TAG)! TAG members advise the library on the best way to connect with and serve teen library members. For example, they may select new teen books, build displays, suggest new programs and services, or even design and run their own programs. Link to Albany Library Events for more information: TAG – Teen Advisory Group 

First Wednesday of Each Month 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm  Edith Stone Room

Adults

Had a brush with the law?
Need help organizing your paperwork?
We can help!

Visit us at Albany Library from 3:30-5:30PM on the 3rd Monday of every month!

Our team provides assistance not advice during one-on-one support services organizing your paperwork.

Link to Albany Library Events for more information: Paperwork Clinic  

 

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