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Memorial Park & Albany Community Pool
Community park with heated pool, large playground, tennis courts, basketball, and community center. Pool offers swim lessons and open swim.
Birthright Citizenship, Reconstruction, and Immigrant Rights Today Talk by Prof. Greg Downs, UC Davis
How did the United States define citizenship as a birthright for most people born in the country, given that England and much of Europe did not? The answer lies in the struggle over emancipation and Black citizenship after the civil war. Then the push to protect the rights of four million newly...
Ohlone Greenway
Paved greenway trail running through Albany with public art, playgrounds along the way, and connections to El Cerrito and Berkeley. Great for biking and walking.
Read to a Dog
A volunteer from the Ohlone Humane Society will be at the library with Clay, the trained therapy dog. Clay is very nice and he loves to be read all kinds of stories! If you are interested in reading to Clay, check in at the Information Desk to get a free ticket 15 minutes before the program starts..
Toddler Dance Party
Little ones and their caregivers are invited to join us for a dance party (or sometimes a drop-in playtime). This is a great opportunity to have fun with your children and meet other families in the community. We'll provide the music and encourage you to dance along. Library staff may take photos,..
Introduction to Estate Planning & Living Trust at Albany Library
Want to reduce the chance of being victimized by a scam in 2026? Improve your ability to have a return on investments. Reduce the chance you’re bankrupt after a natural disaster. Have enough money for your child’s education or your retirement. Albany Library hosts a series of workshops that examine.
Rockin' Kids Sing-Along
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. Space is limited. Late attendees might not be admitted....
Chess Class
For 2nd grade - teens. Each session will have a lesson, demonstration, “simul” play against our experienced chess guide, and open informal play. Beginners are welcome, but students should know the names of the pieces and how they move. Registration encouraged. Library staff may take photos, videos,.
Perler Bead Craft
Perler Beads are small multi-colored beads that you fuse together with an iron to create your own unique designs (library staff will be doing the ironing). Take home whatever you make! For ages 5 and older. Children under 8 must be with an adult. Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio...
From a Silk Cocoon - Documentary followed by Q/A with Satsuki Ina
Documentary From a Silk Cocoon uncovers a long-hidden family story, revealed through a small metal box containing censored letters, diary entries, and haiku. The film follows a young Japanese American couple whose lives are shattered when, shortly after their wedding, they are incarcerated during...
Introduction to Financial Literacy at Albany Library
Want to reduce the chance of being victimized by a scam in 2026? Improve your ability to have a return on investments. Reduce the chance you’re bankrupt after a natural disaster. Have enough money for your child’s education or your retirement. Albany Library hosts a series of workshops that examine.
Kid Craft Hour
Get crafty with us at the Albany Library! We'll be making a new project every week during the school year. Children under 8 must be with an adult. Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be photographed, video-recorded, or...
AP Study Zone
A space for studying and peer-to-peer help during Advanced Placement season. Learn about free online resources and AP practice tests. Learn more at Prepare For College . Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be photographed,...
Rabbit in the Moon - Documentary Albany Reads
Documentary Rabbit in the Moon is an award-winning documentary memoir by filmmaker Emiko Omori that examines the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II through personal testimony, archival footage, and the memories of those who lived through it. Centered on Omori’s own family...
Baby Storytime
Join us for Baby Storytime at Central Library. You are encouraged to bring a blankie to snuggle your little one during the Storytime. We welcome persons with disabilities to participate in all our programs and events. For accommodations requests, please email LibraryInfo@GlendaleCA.gov Visitors to..
Game On!
A fun space for teens to hang out after school! We have a Switch-2 and usually play Mario Kart World or other multiplayer games. Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be photographed, video-recorded, or audio-recorded. We will.
Día Storytime with First 5 Alameda
Join Albany Library and First 5 Alameda County to celebrate Día! We will be sharing a storytime in Spanish and English to celebrate stories, reading, and all of the languages in our community. Día, short for El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), is observed every April.
D&D and Beyond: Tabletop Roleplaying 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! Q: What's a fantasy roleplaying game? A: It's sort of like collective storytelling games. Everyone will have one character they'll take...
Build it!
Drop by and see what you can build! We supply the materials, you bring the imagination. We have Lego, Duplo, Straw Connectors, button making, and more. We will be introducing 3D printing demonstrations on a LulzBot Mini 2. Children under 8 must be with an adult. Library staff may take photos,...
Toddler Time
Join us Thursday mornings at the Albany Library for songs, stories, and movement activities! No registration required, but space is limited. Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be photographed, video-recorded, or...
Albany Library's Conversation Club
Want to learn how to improve the following language skills? Your listening ability. Your ability to pronounce words clearly. Your ability to determine words’ meaning and how to use them correctly in sentences. Your ability to have brief conversations with strangers. If these language skills are...
Rabbit in the Moon - Documentary followed by Q&A with Emiko and Chizuko Omori
Rabbit in the Moon is an award-winning documentary memoir produced by Emiko Omori and Chizuko Omori that examines the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II through personal testimony, archival footage, and storytelling. Framed through the Omori family’s experience, the film...
Preschool Storytime and Craft
Join us for stories, songs, and movement! This 30-minute storytime is designed for ages 3-5, but children of all ages are welcome. Stay after for a simple craft activity. Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be photographed,..
Albany Library Saturday Afternoon Book Club- The Frozen River
We welcome you to Albany Library’s monthly book club discussion. The club meets every third Saturday. Materials selected for reading and discussion are to be determined by the whole club. The group is open to adults as well as teens, and the number of participants is 20. Please consider joining us..
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