Library News

Starting Monday, July 15, our printing services will look a little different as “Princh” print service is replacing “PrinterOn.” You’ll still have three ways to send print jobs to the branch of your choice: (1) using a link, (2) the free, secure Princh app, or (3) via email. The links an...

Art Exhibit on Display at Pine Hills

June 20, 2024 | Art & Music

Albany Public Library and Opalka Gallery celebrate the latest Art at APL exhibition, “In Residence: Albany Barn at APL.”  The artwork can be viewed during regular hours through Nov. 8, 2024. The artwork is installed throughout the Pine Hills Branch. The exhibit is free and open to the public. ...

Budget Approved & 3 Trustees Elected

May 21, 2024 | Library News

Albany city residents voted today to approve a 2.0% increase in the library tax levy, which is under the NYS tax cap, to support the Albany Public Library. The budget was approved by 81% of the voters, with a final vote tally of 2,050 to 486. The approved 2024-25 library operating tax levy is $7,...

Updated 5/14/24 Twelve candidates will be on the May 21 ballot for three 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 in this order: (1)    Daniel Sc...

You've got a few days left to view the current Art at APL exhibition at the Pine Hills Branch. The exhibition -- "Extra/Ordinary" -- continues through May 11. “Extra/Ordinary” highlights work by contemporary artists whose creations straddle craft and fine art. Artists from the region are using ...

Updated May 20, 2024 Albany city residents go to the polls Tuesday, May 21, to vote on the Albany Public Library 2024-2025 tax levy.  There will also be a trustee election on May 21, with three seats on the ballot. Polling places are open that day from 7 am until 9 pm. The proposed 2024-2025 oper...