Friends Supported Events

UPCOMING LIBRARY EVENTS SUPPORTED BY THE FRIENDS

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

April

Below is detailed information about one time April Events supported by the Friends of the Albany Library.

Rockin’ Kids Sing-a-long

Join East Bay children’s musician Stephanie Pepitone for some singing, dancing and hands-on play with real instruments! There will be a mix of original children’s music, multilingual nursery rhymes and family-friendly rock ‘n roll favorites. Link to event for more information: Rockin’ Kids Sing-a-long

Wednesday, April 10, 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Movies at the Albany Library – American Fiction

Thelonious “Monk” Ellison’s writing career has stalled because his work isn’t deemed “Black enough.” Monk, a writer and English professor, writes a satirical novel under a pseudonym, aiming to expose the publishing world’s hypocrisies. The book’s immediate success forces him to get deeper enmeshed in his assumed identity and challenges his closely-held worldviews. Link to event for more information: Movies at the Albany Library – American Fiction

Wednesday, April 10, 5:30 pm – 7:30 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, April 13, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Rockin’ Kids Sing-a-long

Wednesday, April 17, 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Movies at the Albany Library – Air

The biographical drama tells the true story of shoe salesman Sonny Vaccaro. Vaccaro works in the basketball division of Nike. Still in its early stages, the division aims to fuse sports and culture through Nike’s sportswear. When Vaccaro meets a rookie basketballer called Michael Jordan, he makes the risky decision to offer him a brand partnership. Together, Jordan and Nike change the history of sports forever. Link to event for more information: Movies at the Albany Library – Air

Wednesday, April 17, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Germar the Magician – Dia del Nino

Step into a world of wonder with the award-winning magician, Germar! Join us for an unforgettable magic show perfect for families and children of all ages, as we celebrate Día del Niño! Children under 8 must be with an adult. Please note that the Albany Library is also celebrating Dia del Nino with craft making and free books. Germer the Magician performs from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm, and the Dia del Nino activities will continue until 2:00 pm. Link to event for more information: Germar the Magician

Saturday, April 20, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

New Year! New You! Why Pay for An Expensive Streaming Service? The Library Offers a Similar Service For Free

New Year! New You! In 2024, we are introducing new tips that might help you achieve challenging goals. Our workshop will explore how to find free streaming services. Link to event for more information: Why Pay for An Expensive Streaming Service – The Library Offers Similar Services for Free

Saturday, April 20, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Earth Day Story at the Albany Library

Join us for stories, songs, and movement that celebrate our beautiful home planet. Link to event for more information: Earth Day Story Time at Albany Library

Sunday, April 21, 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

New Year – New You – Chair Yoga

Our Chair Yoga workshop allows attendees who are new to yoga or those recovering from physical injury or who have range of motion limitations or own little equipment to experience a safe people-friendly approach to exercise. This workshop will accommodate 15 individuals. Please wear comfort clothes, shoes, and bring a towel or mat for this event. Workshop is taught by a certified yoga specialist. We hope you join us for this event. It should be lots of fun! Link to event for more information: New Year – New You – Chair Yoga

Monday, April 22, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Quilting at the Albany Library

Angie Woolman returns to Albany Library to teach attendees beginning as well as advanced quilting techniques. Her teaching approaches include hands-on demonstrations, PowerPoint presentations, Q&A exchanges, and encourages attendees to share their experiences with each other. Her workshops are fun and informative. This event is open to 15 participants Link to event for more information: Quilting at the Albany Library

Tuesday, April 23, 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Rockin’ Kids Sing-a-long

Wednesday, April 24, 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Movies at the Albany Library – Killers of the Flower Moon

In the 1920s, innocent members of the Osage Indigenous American tribe suffer from a series of unusual, inexplicable murders. Though relegated to the margins of society, the case captures the attention of the FBI, which launches a large-scale investigation under the guidance of J. Edgar Hoover. Link to event for more information: Movies at the Albany Library – Killers of the Flower Moon

Wednesday, April 24, 4:45 pm – 8:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

May

Below is detailed information about one time May Events supported by the Friends of the Albany Library.

Friends of the Albany Library Book Sale

Big Room $1 Sale

Chinese and other language books
Books for adults, teens, and kids
Vintage and Collectible books
CDs and DVDs
Vintage Magazines

Edith Stone Room 50 Cent Sale

Items of all types

Outdoors 25 Cent Sale (weather permitting)

Library discards and magazines

Link to event for more information: Friends of the Albany Library Book Sale

Saturday, May 4, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm – Albany City Community Center Big Room and Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

I’d Rather Sleep Rocks the Albany Library

I’d Rather Sleep is a teen rock band from the SF East Bay, playing local all-ages shows since 2021. The band members represent three different high schools (Berkeley, El Cerrito, and Albany). Their music combines the urgency of punk rock with the heart and sensitivity of pop. In 2023 they recorded an album “Not for Long”, featuring 10 original songs that explode with youthful energy and passion. The band plans to blow minds open wide in the same way that the library’s books and information do. Link to event for more information: I’d Rather Sleep Rocks the Albany Library

Saturday, May 4, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm – Library Lobby, Albany Library

Friends of the Albany Library Book Sale

Big Room $1 Sale

Chinese and other language books
Books for adults, teens, and kids
Vintage and Collectible books
CDs and DVDs
Vintage Magazines

Edith Stone Room 50 Cent Sale

Items of all types

Outdoors 25 Cent Sale (weather permitting)

Library discards and magazines

Bag Sale Sunday 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm

$3 per bag brown grocery bag provided by us

Link to event for more information: Friends of the Albany Library Book Sale

Sunday, May 5, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Albany City Community Center Big Room and Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Rockin’ Kids Sing-a-long

Wednesday, May 8, 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Origami with Margo

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

Thank You Event

The Pandemic was a physical and mental blow to all in the United States. However, major cities like those included in Northern California were hit extraordinarily hard. Our Thank You celebration is a tribute to Moms/Caregivers, First Responders, Government Organizations, Nonprofits, Library Members, the Friends of the Albany Library, ACL, Volunteers, and the Community for continuing to support the library through this challenge. We would have had a hard time continuing to serve the community without your support. We will hear tributes, listen to live music by Charged Particles and enjoy light refreshments and coffee. The event is first come, first serve. Link to event for more information: Thank You Event at the Albany Library

Sunday, May 12, 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

Rockin’ Kids Sing-a-long

Wednesday, May 22, 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm – Edith Stone Room, Albany Library

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

Every Tuesday starting June 20th 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm Edith Stone Room

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

Every Thursday 10:00 am – 10:30 am Edith Stone Room

Kids

Make and Play Lab

Join us every Wednesday at the Albany Library for crafts, STEAM activities, Lego building, and more! We’ll be doing a different activity each week in the Edith Stone Room. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Note that each Make and Play Lab may have different activities. Link to Albany Library Events for more information: Make and Play Lab

Every Wednesday 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Edith Stone Room

Family

Family Storytime

On a Saturday each month at the Albany Library for Family Storytime. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Link to Albany Library Events for more information including the date of Family Storytime each month: Family Story Time

On some Saturdays each month (see link above for dates) 11:00 am – 11:30 am Edith Stone Room

Teens

Dungeons and Dragons and Beyond: Roleplaying Games at Albany Library

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)

Every Tuesday 3:45 pm – 5:45 pm Edith Stone Room

Albany Library Teen Advisory Group

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

Paperwork Clinic

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