The all-ages, after-hours shows feature live music by great local bands playing in the garage of the Main Library (at the Elk Street parking lot entrance). All shows run on select Friday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. and also feature a CD/DVD garage sale with $1 items. The sale also features one-of-kind Garage Bands logo t-shirts and tote bags, with an all-new design for the 2013 concert series.

June 21 — The Hearing Aides and Mod Fiction

6-8 p.m., Main Library, 161 Washington Avenue

The Hearing Aides are a power trio that likes to play loud music that is also kind of pretty…sometimes. Mod Fiction is an alternative rock band with a sound that merges early ‘90s alt-rock with ‘60s pop-garage rock and ‘70s punk rock.

July 19 — The Pistolwhips and The Mysteios

6-8 p.m., Main Library, 161 Washington Avenue

The Pistolwhips are a trio of plaid-clad rockers that gets the audience dancing with its own blend of rock, punk, and indie music. The Mysteios are billed as one of Albany’s premier garage bands with a “raucous, trance-inducing, three-chord, fuzzed out” sound according to Nippertown.

August 16 — Boxer Brown and New Red Scare

6-8 p.m., Main Library, 161 Washington Avenue

Boxer Brown is a family punk band. New Red Scare plays fancy, fast, raw rock from the harbingers of the Whiskey Revolution.

September 20 — Goldtooth and Masai

6-8 p.m., Main Library, 161 Washington Avenue

Goldtooth features real emceeing with a fresh, loud, live band. Masai has a unique brand of music that demonstrates contemporary influences of modern rap combined with the essence of the Golden Age of hip hop.

The shows are co-sponsored by 97.7 WEXT. For more information about the concert series, call the Main Library at 427-4349.

Frank Young and David Lasky will discuss their illustrated biography that tells the story of the Carter family, the first superstar group of country music that includes such icons as June Carter Cash. The graphic novel is a moving account that reveals the family’s rise to success, struggles along the way, and impact on contemporary music. NPR said of the book, “Lasky’s gorgeous artwork animates the story and evokes a mood that mirrors the era and the music.”

June 15 (Saturday) — Jazz Guitarist Mark Capon

2 pm — Pine Hills Branch

Capon has been on the Capital Region jazz scene for more than 15 years and regularly plays with other musicians in New York City clubs. He’s also released a CD of his solo work.

June 19 (Wednesday) — The Twobadours

6 pm — Arbor Hill/West Hill Branch

Singers/songwriters Marty McDermott and Tom Holland (founding members of the Reverberators) perform a stripped down acoustic set that’s a mix of Americana, roots rock, blues, and folk.

June 21 (Friday) — Elizabeth Woodbury Kasius and Heard

5 pm — Delaware Branch

Heard plays upbeat world music drawing from West Africa, Brazil, and beyond. The group, fronted by pianist/composer Kasius, may even get you dancing in your seat.

June 21 (Friday) — Garage Bands in the Garage with The Hearing Aides and Mod Fiction

6 pm — Main Library

The popular Garage Bands concert series returns this summer with a kickoff concert featuring The Hearing Aides and Mod Fiction. The Hearing Aides are a power trio that likes to play loud music that’s also kind of pretty…sometimes. Mod Fiction is an alternative rock band with a sound that merges early ’90s alt-rock with ’60s pop-garaga rock and ’70s punk rock. The concert is a free all-ages show that takes place in the garage off the Elk Street parking lot at the Main Library. We’ll also have some gently used CDs and DVDs for sale for just $1 each.

June 2 — “The Impossible”

This real-life drama follows a family of tourists caught in the mayhem of a tsunami in Thailand. (2012, PG-13)

June 9 — “Like Water for Chocolate”

This romantic film by Alfonso Arau is based on the novel by Laura Esquivel and tells a story of food and love in early 20th century Mexico. (Spanish with English subtitles, 1992, R)

June 16 — “The Guilt Trip”

Barbra Streisand and Seth Rogen play a mother and son in this funny cross-country road trip adventure. (2012, PG-13)

June 23 — “Chungking Express”

This cult classic is set in Hong Kong and tells two stories about love-struck people who cross paths one night at a take-out food stand. (Cantonese and Mandarin with English subtitles, 1994, PG-13)

June 30 — “Promised Land”

The subject of hydrofracking is the backdrop of this drama about a natural gas salesman who experiences life-changing events when he arrives in a small town. (2012, R)

Please note, since the Main Library is closed on Sundays in July and August, the “Sunday Cinema” and “Foreign Films” movie series will be on hiatus this summer. They will return in September.

You can learn more about how to uncover your property’s stories during a special two-part workshop, “The Story of My House,” hosted by Albany Public Library on consecutive Saturdays, June 1 and 8, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the large auditorium of the Main Library at 161 Washington Avenue.

The program is free and open to the public. For more information about “The Story of My House” program, please call the Main Library Reference Department at 427-4303.

Part 1: “How to Research the History of Your House”

June 1 (Saturday) at 2-4 pm, Main Library

Local historians share tips and advice on how to research your home’s history. Speakers include: Tony Opalka, Albany city historian; Ellen Gamache, APL local history librarian; Cara Macri, director of preservation services at Historic Albany Foundation; and Akum Norder, writer of the Times Union “A History of Here: Life in Albany, Past and Present” blog.

Part 2: “An Uncommon Cape: Researching the Histories and Mysteries of a Property”

June 8 (Saturday) at 2-4 pm, Main Library

Eleanor Phillips Brackbill, author of “An Uncommon Cape,” bought an ordinary Cape Cod-style house and was inspired to research its history. It took eight years and the unraveling of several mysteries to unlock the secrets of her home, and the parcel of land it occupies, which dates back to Colonial times. Brackbill shares how she traced the history of her property and offers practical suggestions on how to do a similar project for your own home. A book signing follows Brackbill’s presentation.

According to the unofficial results, Davis received 1,952 votes and Jose Lopez, the other candidate, received 530 votes.

Davis will be sworn in as library trustee within the next few days. He will serve for two years (the unexpired portion of Mimi Mounteer’s term).

The next APL Board of Trustees meeting is Tuesday, June 11, at 5:30 pm at the Howe Branch.

The library trustee vote is held in conjunction with the City School District of Albany on Tuesday, May 21, from 7 am until 9 pm. Some polling locations have changed this year. For information on where to vote, please call the school district at 475-6010 or check the district’s website for voting locations.

The candidates are sharing information about themselves to help voters make an informed decision before they get into the voting booth on May 21.You can read the library trustee candidates’ prepared statements below.

All candidate information was provided, and written, by the candidates. The statements are unedited.

JOHN D. DAVIS

Occupation/Special Skills: Environmental Scientist for the State of New York. Masters of Public Administration from Baruch College (CUNY / SUNY). 20 years of experience on deliberative boards.

Biography: Raised in Central Florida. Married, with two daughters. Bachelors of Science in Chemistry from Florida State University. 25 years working as an Environmental Scientist for the State of New York cleaning up hazardous waste sites, and preventing pollution in the first place (so that a clean-up will not be needed).

Why I am Running for the Library Board: My family and I are heavy users of the  Albany library system, and have been since our Delaware Branch was located in a shoebox in a strip mall. Serving on the board is a way for me to give back to an organization that gives so much to my family.

JOSE M. LOPEZ

Occupation/Special Skills: Teacher Work 6 Year’s New Visions Disable People And Before News 10 Albany 5 Year’s  , Educational Program Crocodilian’s Like Caiman’s Alligator’s License Owner Different Place’s Like Library

Biography: Born South Bronx N.Y. Raised In Puerto Rico Move Back South Bronx 1987 Move Albany N.Y. My Family Organize By Myself Discussion Group’s Albany Public Library Been Part Communite Group’s And Political Campaign And My Self Been Candidate. Common Council County Legislator Candidate. Library Board Since. 2007 Activist Speak Against Injustice And Corruption In Institution’s Like  Public Safety Government And Especially Hospital’s And Physician’s Misconduct

Why I am Running for the Library Board: Love And Support All Public Library’s Since. I Was A Child In South Bronx And The Communite’s Need Them From Group Room’s Book’s Computer’s The Library Need Have More Information About Many Issue’s Like History From The Different People In The Community To History I Do Have Issue’s With The Board About Taxe’s To Those Corrupt Influence From People Not Belong In The Library Board Trustee From Politician’s To Public Safety Elect Me. Board Member Will Speak And Fight Against And Share With The Public The Information .

FRIDAY, MAY 17

+  Albany Symphony Orchestra — Main Library — 12 pm

Enjoy a sneak peek of this weekend’s performance by the ASO courtesy of Vanguard. This performance features a celebration of Vivaldi’s concertos about the four seasons.

+  Tony Schettino — Delaware Branch — 5 pm

Schettino is an accomplished guitarist, vocalist and bandleader. His solo show includes a variety of classic popular songs spanning the decades and genres.

SATURDAY, MAY 18

+  David Goldenberg — Pine Hills Branch — 2 pm

The jazz guitarist has an eclectic and entertaining style, which he honed during his days in Toronto jazz clubs and local jazz ensembles.

We’ve got lots of great programs and events scheduled for May and June. Here are just a few of them:

+  Local art exhibition reception — May 9 at 6:30 to 8:30 pm — Pine Hills Branch

+  “Story of My House” two-part local history program — June 1 and June 8 at 2 to 4 pm — Main Library

+  “The Bach Open Mini-Golf Extravaganza” — June 15 at 1 to 4 pm — Bach Branch

+  “Garage Bands in the Garage” concert featuring The Hearing Aides and Mod Fiction — June 21 at 6 to 8 pm — Main Library (garage off Elk Street)

There are many more activities, programs, and events at the libraries in May and June. Please check the program guide or online searchable calendar of events for details.