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If you love comics, we've got a great -- free -- resource for you! APL cardholders have unlimited, simultaneous access to thousands of digital comic books, manga, graphic novels, and picture books through Comics Plus.  There are no wait times or limits on how many items you can borrow. View Comi...

We have the news! Get free digital access to news, sports coverage, games, and more. You can view current editions and back issues of the following newspapers: Wall Street Journal New York Times Times Union Daily Gazette Local and regional papers across New York State Historic New Yo...

Albany Public Library and Opalka Gallery celebrate the latest Art at APL exhibition, “Countenance: The Contemporary Portrait,” with an opening reception on Friday, Dec. 5, at 6 pm at the library's Pine Hills Branch (517 Western Ave.). The reception is hosted by the Friends and Foundation of APL...

Update: Join us for the opening celebration of Jade Warrick's mural at the Arbor Hill/West Hill Branch on Wednesday, Dec. 10, at 6 pm! The soaring interior walls of Albany Public Library’s Arbor Hill/West Hill Branch will soon host a mural by local artist Jade Warrick that celebrates community, f...

You can now make an online reservation in advance for the specific day you’d like to visit a museum or cultural venue in our pass program, and receive your pass via email. More than 20 local and regional museums, performance venues, historic sites, and adventure spots are included in the new onlin...

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...