PRIZE UPDATE: Be sure to pick up your Summer Reading prizes by Friday, Aug. 29! This year’s Summer Reading Challenge includes wonderful programs, themed book suggestions, and fun prizes for all! "Color Your World" runs from June 27 through Aug. 22 and includes readers of all ages. You can regis...
Add the library to your rotation of summer fun spots! Our staff have planned a wide variety of terrific programs and activities for you this summer. Please join us for: Field Trips | Including visits to The Woman's Club of Albany, plus the Albany Institute of History and Art and Washingto...
Albany city residents voted May 20 to approve a 5% increase in Albany Public Library’s operating budget tax levy, which is under the NYS tax cap. The budget was approved by 80% of the voters, with a final tally of 2,571 to 655. The approved 2025-26 library operating tax levy is $8,257,997. The...
APL’s 2025-26 operating budget tax levy and two Board of Trustee seats are on the ballot Tuesday, May 20. Polls are open 7 am to 9 pm. Voter information guide Budget presentation Trustee candidate forum Voting information and polling places BUDGET VOTE: The proposed 2025-2026 operating tax l...
You can view a wonderful exhibit by regional artists at the Pine Hills Branch through Nov. 8, 2025. “Sight Specific” marks the tenth installment of Art at APL curated by Opalka Gallery. The exhibition program is funded by the Friends and Foundation of Albany Public Library, with additional sup...
Update: View the voter guide with candidate information Five candidates will be on the May 20 ballot for two seats on the Albany Public Library Board of Trustees. The following Albany residents submitted valid nominating petitions to the City School District of Albany and will appear on the ballot...