Things to Do This Week in Albany

Your weekly guide to events and activities in Albany. Concerts, classes, outdoor fun, and more.

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Albany Reads Discussion Group

Starts in 1 hr Β· Sun, Apr 5, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC Β· Albany Library

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...

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Perler Bead Craft

In 2 days Β· Wed, Apr 8, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC Β· Albany Library Β· Ages 5+

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...

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Toddler Dance Party

In 3 days Β· Thu, Apr 9, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC Β· Albany Library β€” Edith Stone Room Β· Ages Up to 5

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,..

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Birthright Citizenship, Reconstruction, and Immigrant Rights Today Talk by Prof. Greg Downs, UC Davis

In 3 days Β· Thu, Apr 9, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC Β· Albany Library

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...

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Introduction to Financial Literacy at Albany Library

In 2 days Β· Wed, Apr 8, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC Β· Albany Library β€” Edith Stone Room.

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.

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Rockin' Kids Sing-Along

In 2 days Β· Wed, Apr 8, 7:30 PM–8:00 PM UTC Β· Albany Library

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....