Super Silly Stories

Preschoolers (3 years and older) and caregivers are invited to enjoy some “Super Silly Stories” at the library. This program is free and registration is required. Call 946-0417 ext 123 to register or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1XchkFGvDQ1pTxDscZFA......More

Preschoolers (3 years and older) and caregivers are invited to enjoy some “Super Silly Stories” at the library. This program is free and registration is required. Call 946-0417 ext 123 to register or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1XchkFGvDQ1pTxDscZFAWE9ckpGNptxysnCig1nub7OM/preview

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Mahjong Club

Mahjong Club meets Thursdays in the library from 11am – 2pm. All adult patrons are welcome to come in to play. No registration required.

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Chess Club

Chess Club – Thursdays from 4:30pm – 7:30pm. All are welcome to come in on Thursday nights to play chess. Meet at the rear tables on the first floor. No registration necessary. Anyone under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by their legal guardian.

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Women's Community Art Group

The Women’s Community Art Group is an Open Art Studio where women can create art of their choice. There will be a variety of art materials available for use and participants may also bring a project they are currently working on. This is a time for relaxation, creative ......More

The Women’s Community Art Group is an Open Art Studio where women can create art of their choice. There will be a variety of art materials available for use and participants may also bring a project they are currently working on. This is a time for relaxation, creative expression and connection. This program is for women ages 18 and over and will instructed by Elaine Baney, an art therapist and educator with over 20 years experience instructing art. Register by calling 946-0417 ext 125.

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

First Friday Fun

Join us for First Friday Fun! This special play time is for children ages 3 and under. Come in clothes that can get messy because we’ll have a variety of fun sensory stations to explore! Weather permitting, this program will be held outdoors so please dress accordingly.......More

Join us for First Friday Fun! This special play time is for children ages 3 and under. Come in clothes that can get messy because we’ll have a variety of fun sensory stations to explore! Weather permitting, this program will be held outdoors so please dress accordingly. Registration is required. Call 814-946-0417 ext.123 to register or online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzpPqoZhfm5ATMBYyaNzCpe4T-s8_eQIfEfht40tjUPED69A/viewform

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Fiber Fun

Come join the Kneedle Knerds United for a Fiber Fun Saturday. Bring your favorite fiber crafts. Experienced crafters may be available to help you get started. This is a free adult program. No registration required.

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Paint Space

Paint Space is a beginner friendly, step by step painting program facilitated by Art Educator, Elaine Baney. This month, participants will create a “Winter Landscape”. Cost for materials is $10.00 and must be paid in advance. Registration required. This is an adult prog......More

Paint Space is a beginner friendly, step by step painting program facilitated by Art Educator, Elaine Baney. This month, participants will create a “Winter Landscape”. Cost for materials is $10.00 and must be paid in advance. Registration required. This is an adult program. Call 946-0417 ext 125 to register.

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Mother Goose

A unique one-on-one lap-sit program for children 12-24 months and caregiver. Call 814-946-0417 ext.123 to register or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJzqvqohVZrOR7MKSYgMZXQGYMkeuLpivsaansufdV9zQEJg/viewform

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Paws 2 Read

Paws 2 Read – January 12th at 5pm – This heartwarming program partners the library’s youth room with the local humane society to create a paw-some reading adventure. Kids practice reading aloud tofurry friends, boosting their confidence and literacy skills while giving ......More

Paws 2 Read – January 12th at 5pm – This heartwarming program partners the library’s youth room with the local humane society to create a paw-some reading adventure. Kids practice reading aloud tofurry friends, boosting their confidence and literacy skills while giving adoptable pets some much-needed love and attention. It’s a tail-wagging, page-turning experience for everyone involved! Call 946-0417 ext 123 to register.

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

LEGO Club A

All you need is your imagination! Unleash your creativity with LEGO club! This program is geared towards children ages 4 and up. Monthly registration is required. Call 814-946-0417 ext. 123 to register or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScB87h......More

All you need is your imagination! Unleash your creativity with LEGO club! This program is geared towards children ages 4 and up. Monthly registration is required. Call 814-946-0417 ext. 123 to register or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScB87hw46-LL3tBgvtHQfznFyU075ikPn2hoajAozWTAm3Bow/viewform

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Toddler Time

A special music and movement story time for children ages 2 and 3 years old and caregiver. Call 814-946-0417 ext.123 to register or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJzqvqohVZrOR7MKSYgMZXQGYMkeuLpivsaansufdV9zQEJg/viewform

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Preschool Explorers

This program is ideal for families who are seeking a way to introduce a more structured literacy based program for their children as they begin to transition into a preschool setting. Programs will incorporate literacy development, socialization, creativity and imaginat......More

This program is ideal for families who are seeking a way to introduce a more structured literacy based program for their children as they begin to transition into a preschool setting. Programs will incorporate literacy development, socialization, creativity and imagination as emphasized in the PA Learning Standards for Early Childhood Education. Simple concepts like taking turns, cooperation, sequencing, prediction, rhyming, phonics and many more will be introduced during the program. Preschool Explorers is a free program and registration is required. Call 946-0417 ext 123 to register or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJzqvqohVZrOR7MKSYgMZXQGYMkeuLpivsaansufdV9zQEJg/viewform

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Teen Gaming Club

Calling all teen gamers! In partnership with the Video Game Clubs of America, the library is hosting a gaming club on Tuesdays from 3-5pm. From tabletop boardgames, card games, Nintendo Switch and more, each week will be something different for you to enjoy with your fr......More

Calling all teen gamers! In partnership with the Video Game Clubs of America, the library is hosting a gaming club on Tuesdays from 3-5pm. From tabletop boardgames, card games, Nintendo Switch and more, each week will be something different for you to enjoy with your friends. Call 946-0417 ext 125 to register.

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Puzzle Swap

All ages are welcome to the Friends of the AAPL Puzzle Swap! Bring a gently used puzzle with all the pieces and swap it with someone else – now you have a new-to-you puzzle to enjoy with family and friends. No registration necessary. Guidelines: All puzzles should be in......More

All ages are welcome to the Friends of the AAPL Puzzle Swap! Bring a gently used puzzle with all the pieces and swap it with someone else – now you have a new-to-you puzzle to enjoy with family and friends. No registration necessary. Guidelines: All puzzles should be in gently used condition with no missing pieces. Once your puzzle is swapped, it belongs to the person you swapped it with. There is no expectation that you will be given your original puzzle back at any time. Please bring only puzzles you are willing to part with permanently.

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Toddler Time

A special music and movement story time for children ages 2 and 3 years old and caregiver. Call 814-946-0417 ext.123 to register or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJzqvqohVZrOR7MKSYgMZXQGYMkeuLpivsaansufdV9zQEJg/viewform

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Toddler Time

A special music and movement story time for children ages 2 and 3 years old and caregiver. Call 814-946-0417 ext.123 to register or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJzqvqohVZrOR7MKSYgMZXQGYMkeuLpivsaansufdV9zQEJg/viewform

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

AHHH Brain Freeze!

Teens are invited to join us after school to solve Penguin Programming Paradox from Breakout EDU while enjoying slushies! Students will try to solve the puzzles, riddles, or questions before their brains freeze! Slushie will contain pineapple juice, lemonade concentrate......More

Teens are invited to join us after school to solve Penguin Programming Paradox from Breakout EDU while enjoying slushies! Students will try to solve the puzzles, riddles, or questions before their brains freeze! Slushie will contain pineapple juice, lemonade concentrate, lemon/lime flavoring, blue food coloring, and Sprite.

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Mother Goose

A unique one-on-one lap-sit program for children 12-24 months and caregiver. Call 814-946-0417 ext.123 to register or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJzqvqohVZrOR7MKSYgMZXQGYMkeuLpivsaansufdV9zQEJg/viewform

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Preschool Explorers

This program is ideal for families who are seeking a way to introduce a more structured literacy based program for their children as they begin to transition into a preschool setting. Programs will incorporate literacy development, socialization, creativity and imaginat......More

This program is ideal for families who are seeking a way to introduce a more structured literacy based program for their children as they begin to transition into a preschool setting. Programs will incorporate literacy development, socialization, creativity and imagination as emphasized in the PA Learning Standards for Early Childhood Education. Simple concepts like taking turns, cooperation, sequencing, prediction, rhyming, phonics and many more will be introduced during the program. Preschool Explorers is a free program and registration is required. Call 946-0417 ext 123 to register or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJzqvqohVZrOR7MKSYgMZXQGYMkeuLpivsaansufdV9zQEJg/viewform

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Mahjong Club

Mahjong Club meets Thursdays in the library from 11am – 2pm. All adult patrons are welcome to come in to play. No registration required.

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Homeschool Hub: Fantastic Bioplastics!

Homeschool Hub: Fantastic Bioplastics – Ever feel like you are living in a paradise of plastic? Join us at the AAPL as we explore what makes this ubiquitous substance sodurable, learn the difference between a bioplastic and its more traditional cousins, and even make so......More

Homeschool Hub: Fantastic Bioplastics – Ever feel like you are living in a paradise of plastic? Join us at the AAPL as we explore what makes this ubiquitous substance sodurable, learn the difference between a bioplastic and its more traditional cousins, and even make some bioplastic of our own! This is a free program for school age children. Call 814-946-0417 ext.123 to register or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1RAxbtL2WyTUfF_miBblA-UmQ7L4-N54t5ubPSysSngE/preview

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Chess Club

Chess Club – Thursdays from 4:30pm – 7:30pm. All are welcome to come in on Thursday nights to play chess. Meet at the rear tables on the first floor. No registration necessary. Anyone under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by their legal guardian.

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

LEGO Club B

All you need is your imagination! Unleash your creativity with LEGO club! This program is geared towards children ages 4 and up. Monthly registration is required. Call 814-946-0417 ext. 123 to register or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScB87h......More

All you need is your imagination! Unleash your creativity with LEGO club! This program is geared towards children ages 4 and up. Monthly registration is required. Call 814-946-0417 ext. 123 to register or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScB87hw46-LL3tBgvtHQfznFyU075ikPn2hoajAozWTAm3Bow/viewform

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

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Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Folded Book Art-Candy

Calling all cuties! Get ready to turn an ordinary book into a sweet treat! Children ages 6–12 will fold the pages of old books into candies! A magical blend of imagination and craft just in time for Valentine’s Day. Register by calling 946-0417 ext 123 or sign up online......More

Calling all cuties! Get ready to turn an ordinary book into a sweet treat! Children ages 6–12 will fold the pages of old books into candies! A magical blend of imagination and craft just in time for Valentine’s Day. Register by calling 946-0417 ext 123 or sign up online at https://forms.gle/2DwJRxHq7wr9kWpX9

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States

Brain Games at the Library: Where Fun Meets Logic

A fun, hands‑on program for school‑age kids! Children explore logic puzzles, memory challenges, and strategy games that build critical thinking, problem‑solving, and teamwork skills through playful learning. Register by calling 946-0417 ext 123 or sign up online at http......More

A fun, hands‑on program for school‑age kids! Children explore logic puzzles, memory challenges, and strategy games that build critical thinking, problem‑solving, and teamwork skills through playful learning. Register by calling 946-0417 ext 123 or sign up online at https://forms.gle/1SxGXjm4LMYpeUXQ8

Altoona Area Public Library, 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602, United States