Kid-friendly events, parks & more.
Welcome to pajama storytime! Put on a pair of cozy pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed toy, and get ready to wind down for the day. Join us as we read books and sing songs and help us say good night to the library. This program is designed for toddlers and preschoolers but is open to everyone....
Play along to the beat on basic percussion instruments like hand drums, tambourines, shakers and more! All ages of children are welcome. We have instruments for babies and toddlers. Children under 8 must be with an adult. No experience necessary. Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio...
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...
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....
Come hang out and and play chess or board 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 always respect your requests! An ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter or...
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,..
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.
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1 pinball/arcade machine. Owned/operated by Ivy Room Location might only be open for live shows; check the web site for schedule. Thanks to Tony for submitting this location!
Join us for a community discussion of Albany Reads 2026 selection, The Poet and the Silk Girl: A Memoir of Love, Imprisonment, and Protest by Albany author Satsuki Ina. Weaving together diary entries, photographs, clandestine correspondences, and haiku, psychotherapist and activist Satsuki Ina...
Participate with your toddler in these special classes that promote literacy and social interaction through stories, songs, and toddler-appropriate activities. Ages 1-3 and their caregiver. Due to limited room capacity, this is a ticketed event. Tickets will be given out at service desk 30 minutes..
We welcome you to Albany Library’s monthly book club discussion. The club meets every third Saturday to discuss selecting reading materials. 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...
Join us for a community discussion of Albany Reads 2026 selection, The Poet and the Silk Girl: A Memoir of Love, Imprisonment, and Protest by Albany author Satsuki Ina. Weaving together diary entries, photographs, clandestine correspondences, and haiku, psychotherapist and activist Satsuki Ina...
Join us for a special storytime all about kindness and belonging! This 30-minute storytime is designed for ages 3-5, but children of all ages are welcome. Stay after the songs and stories for a simple craft activity. *** This program is part of the Albany Reads series, bringing our community...
Join us for a community discussion of Albany Reads 2026 selection, The Poet and the Silk Girl: A Memoir of Love, Imprisonment, and Protest by Albany author Satsuki Ina. Weaving together diary entries, photographs, clandestine correspondences, and haiku, psychotherapist and activist Satsuki Ina...
Join us for a community discussion of Albany Reads’ 2026 selection, The Poet and the Silk Girl: A Memoir of Love, Imprisonment, and Protest by Albany author Satsuki Ina. Weaving together diary entries, photographs, clandestine correspondences, and haiku, psychotherapist and activist Satsuki Ina...
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...
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..
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.
Unique former landfill turned nature area on a peninsula jutting into the Bay. Walking trails, public art, dog park, and stunning Bay views.
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...
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.
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,..
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,..
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,..
Community park with heated pool, large playground, tennis courts, basketball, and community center. Pool offers swim lessons and open swim.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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..
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..
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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