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Teens (ages 12-18) are invited to learn about zentangle and make their own zen masterpiece. All materials will be provided. Call 946-0417 ext 125 or sign up online at https://forms.gle/DZ7PdZk25hurarRd8 |
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Summer Quest Storytimes -- Unearth a Story! Join us for these free storytime programs. Mother Goose is 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/1roBWolgXnzPk7xAoUoYDHBdeUBSWByp81cc-tJ6PTtc/preview SummerQuest is sponsored by Benzel's.
Summer Quest Storytimes -- Unearth a Story! Join us for these free storytime programs. Preschool Explorers is ideal for families who are seeking a way to introduce a more structured literacy based program for their children, ages 3-6, as they begin to transition into a preschool setting. Call 814-946-0417 ext.123 to register or sign up […] 
Mahjong Club meets Thursdays in the library from 11am – 2pm. All adult patrons are welcome to come in to play. No registration required. 
Every Thursday, will embark on a hands‐on STEM adventure inspired by the innovators and cultures of the past. Through experiments, building challenges, and creative exploration, we will discover how people throughout history solved problems and how you can too. This FREE Summer Quest program is for children ages 5-12 and is sponsored by Benzel's. Register […] 
Chess Club meets Thursdays from 4:30pm – 7:30pm. All are welcome to come in on Thursday nights to play chess. Meet at the front tables on the first floor. No registration necessary. Anyone under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by their legal guardian. |
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Ready to make a mess that will stand the test of time? Our littlest patrons ages 3 and under are invited to explore history with some messy, hands-on sensory play. A change of clothes is suggested. Weather permitting, this program will be held outdoors. Registration is required. Call 814-946-0417 ext.123 to register or sign up […] 
Every Friday, children ages 5-12 are invited to the library to join special community guests as we “unearth a story” together! Register by calling 946-0417 ext 123 or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1K7wyZD_KDS-NEj0jd3hBAEXuRPR_VBzBvP4gdfHdeLI/preview June 26: History of Music, Altoona Symphony Orchestra July 10: The Living Fossil: Local Turtle Species, Blair Conservation District July 17: Butterflies […] |
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Bring the whole family for our FREE Family Movie Matinees held in the library theater, every Saturday throughout the Summer at 1:00pm. No registration necessary. Summer Quest is sponsored by Benzel's. June 20: The Land Before Time June 27: Ice Age July 11: The Flintstones (1994) July 18: The Croods July 25: The Good Dinosaur […] |
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Summer Quest Storytimes -- Unearth a Story! Join us for these free storytime programs. Mother Goose is 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/1roBWolgXnzPk7xAoUoYDHBdeUBSWByp81cc-tJ6PTtc/preview SummerQuest is sponsored by Benzel's. 
Calling all crafters! If you love arts and crafts, then come join us on Mondays for a cozy time of making and creating. This Summer Quest program is for children ages 5-12. Sign up for two weeks at a time by calling 946-0417 ext 123 or online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15z7fb49VDPy00xQ-Wt_b3nTWipTa45doPTzpyThMIeA/preview June 15: Fossil Eggs June 22: […] |
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Summer Quest Storytimes -- Unearth a Story! Join us for these free storytime programs. Toddler Time is 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/1roBWolgXnzPk7xAoUoYDHBdeUBSWByp81cc-tJ6PTtc/preview SummerQuest is sponsored by Benzel's.
Summer Quest Storytimes -- Unearth a Story! Join us for these free storytime programs. Preschool Explorers is ideal for families who are seeking a way to introduce a more structured literacy based program for their children, ages 3-6, as they begin to transition into a preschool setting. Call 814-946-0417 ext.123 to register or sign up […] 
Are you ready to rock? Join Ms. Becca every Tuesday as we “dig” into the science of rocks and dirt! This FREE Summer Quest program is for children ages 5-12. Register for 2 weeks at a time by calling 946-0417 ext 123 or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1uqbo5VWV0lAeqdrigo6Rq5IQZaw_d-4st7xnA7hNIVY/preview June 16: What is a Rock? June […] 
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.
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Have you ever wondered what the Pharaohs ate while planning monuments? What George Washington dined on while planning his daring battles, or even why ice cream is our go to summer treat? Then come join us here at the Altoona Area Public Library and sample Food Through the Ages! On Tuesday August 4th from 6:00PM […] |
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Summer Quest Storytimes -- Unearth a Story! Join us for these free storytime programs. Toddler Time is 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/1roBWolgXnzPk7xAoUoYDHBdeUBSWByp81cc-tJ6PTtc/preview SummerQuest is sponsored by Benzel's.
Summer Quest Storytimes -- Unearth a Story! Join us for these free storytime programs. Toddler Time is 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/1roBWolgXnzPk7xAoUoYDHBdeUBSWByp81cc-tJ6PTtc/preview SummerQuest is sponsored by Benzel's. 
Pinochle Club meets Wednesdays in the library from 11am – 2pm. All adult patrons are welcome to come in to play. No registration required.
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Teens (ages 12-18) are invited to join us to solve Space Station Split from Breakout EDU while enjoying slushies! Solve the puzzles, riddles, or questions before your brain freezes! Slushie will contain pineapple juice, lemonade concentrate, lemon/lime flavoring, blue food coloring, and Sprite. No registration required. |
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Summer Quest Storytimes -- Unearth a Story! Join us for these free storytime programs. Mother Goose is 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/1roBWolgXnzPk7xAoUoYDHBdeUBSWByp81cc-tJ6PTtc/preview SummerQuest is sponsored by Benzel's.
Summer Quest Storytimes -- Unearth a Story! Join us for these free storytime programs. Preschool Explorers is ideal for families who are seeking a way to introduce a more structured literacy based program for their children, ages 3-6, as they begin to transition into a preschool setting. Call 814-946-0417 ext.123 to register or sign up […]
Mahjong Club meets Thursdays in the library from 11am – 2pm. All adult patrons are welcome to come in to play. No registration required.
Every Thursday, will embark on a hands‐on STEM adventure inspired by the innovators and cultures of the past. Through experiments, building challenges, and creative exploration, we will discover how people throughout history solved problems and how you can too. This FREE Summer Quest program is for children ages 5-12 and is sponsored by Benzel's. Register […]
Chess Club meets Thursdays from 4:30pm – 7:30pm. All are welcome to come in on Thursday nights to play chess. Meet at the front tables on the first floor. No registration necessary. Anyone under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by their legal guardian. |
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Ready to make a mess that will stand the test of time? Our littlest patrons ages 3 and under are invited to explore history with some messy, hands-on sensory play. A change of clothes is suggested. Weather permitting, this program will be held outdoors. Registration is required. Call 814-946-0417 ext.123 to register or sign up […]
Every Friday, children ages 5-12 are invited to the library to join special community guests as we “unearth a story” together! Register by calling 946-0417 ext 123 or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1K7wyZD_KDS-NEj0jd3hBAEXuRPR_VBzBvP4gdfHdeLI/preview June 26: History of Music, Altoona Symphony Orchestra July 10: The Living Fossil: Local Turtle Species, Blair Conservation District July 17: Butterflies […] |
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Bring the whole family for our FREE Family Movie Matinees held in the library theater, every Saturday throughout the Summer at 1:00pm. No registration necessary. Summer Quest is sponsored by Benzel's. June 20: The Land Before Time June 27: Ice Age July 11: The Flintstones (1994) July 18: The Croods July 25: The Good Dinosaur […] |
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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 board games, 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. 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 […] |
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Pinochle Club meets Wednesdays in the library from 11am – 2pm. All adult patrons are welcome to come in to play. No registration required. |
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Mahjong Club meets Thursdays in the library from 11am – 2pm. All adult patrons are welcome to come in to play. No registration required.
Chess Club meets Thursdays from 4:30pm – 7:30pm. All are welcome to come in on Thursday nights to play chess. Meet at the front tables on the first floor. No registration necessary. Anyone under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by their legal guardian.
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Join the Friends of the Altoona Area Public Library as they host a Beekeeping program with Ken Hoover on Thursday, August 13th at 6pm in the library theater. This is a FREE Adult program with Ken Hoover to learn the importance of honeybees and pollination. Ken Hoover is a longtime beekeeper, educator, and former Pennsylvania […] |
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BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPORT SERIES: NetSmartz: Internet Safety for Caregivers and Communities, August 14 at 10:30am, Join us for a special presentation from Richie Servello of the Child Advocacy Center. Developed in collaboration with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), this presentation will provide practical strategies and up‑to‑date information on keeping children […] |
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The Friends of the Library will be hosting their monthly book club on August 15th at 10am in the library. The book for the month is The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters. RSVP by email to SarahAAPL@yahoo.com. If you are not yet a Friends member, forms can be found on the library website. Memberships are […] |
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BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPORT SERIES: Golden Onsite Dental Exams on August 17th from 10am – 2pm for children ages 18 and under. Golden Onsite Dental will be joining us at the AAPL for dental exams and cleanings! Please call Ashley with UPMC for You at 814-217-7356 to schedule a time. All insurances are welcome!
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Time to Lay It Down: The Soundtrack of the Vietnam War, August 17th at 6pm in the Library Theater. Join special guest Jerry Zolten for a program that will explore the music that expressed the deep divisions about the war in American society, and provided a lifeline for GIs in Vietnam, as well as a […] |
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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 board games, 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. |
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Pinochle Club meets Wednesdays in the library from 11am – 2pm. All adult patrons are welcome to come in to play. No registration required. |
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Mahjong Club meets Thursdays in the library from 11am – 2pm. All adult patrons are welcome to come in to play. No registration required.
Chess Club meets Thursdays from 4:30pm – 7:30pm. All are welcome to come in on Thursday nights to play chess. Meet at the front tables on the first floor. No registration necessary. Anyone under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by their legal guardian. 
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 to furry 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. |
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AAPL Shelf Indulgence Adult Book Club will be held on August 22nd at 10am in the library board room. This is a BYOM (bring your own mug) with a choice of coffee or tea. This month's book is Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Register by calling 946-0417 ext 125. |
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BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPORT SERIES: Before & After School Safety Tips with Trooper Rhymestine – August 24th at 10:30am. Join Trooper Rhymestine, Community Services and Public Information Officer from the Pennsylvania State Police Department, with Before and After School Safety tips for children. Registration not required.
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BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPORT SERIES: Blair Therapies - Early Intervention, August 24th at 5:30pm in the library theater. Every parent wonders, “Is my child developing at the right pace?” Join us for a brief presentation on Pennsylvania’s Early Intervention program. You will learn about the 100% free speech therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, special instruction, […] |
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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 board games, 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. |
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Pinochle Club meets Wednesdays in the library from 11am – 2pm. All adult patrons are welcome to come in to play. No registration required. Hey Teens, are you ready to join one of the world's largest trading card games? Join us here at the AAPL and start your own pokemon tcg journey! Learn strategy, game sense, and deck building all while taking yourself to victory. Never played before? No problem. Starter decks will be available to borrow, and instruction […] |
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Mahjong Club meets Thursdays in the library from 11am – 2pm. All adult patrons are welcome to come in to play. No registration required.
Chess Club meets Thursdays from 4:30pm – 7:30pm. All are welcome to come in on Thursday nights to play chess. Meet at the front tables on the first floor. No registration necessary. Anyone under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by their legal guardian. |
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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.
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Sample Food through the Ages on September 1st at 6pm in the library! Experience a historical presentation on our food topic for the month. Samples and recipes will be given out at the end of the program for all to enjoy! This month come try two Temperance Era Soft Punches. Registration, a library card and […] |
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Pinochle Club meets Wednesdays in the library from 11am – 2pm. All adult patrons are welcome to come in to play. No registration required.
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Ahh Brain Freeze for Teens on September 2nd from 3pm – 4pm. Teens are invited to join us to breakout from Mr. Lemoncello's Library from Breakout EDU while enjoying slushies! Students will try to solve the puzzles, riddles, or questions before their brains freeze! Slushies will contain pineapple juice, lemonade concentrate, lemon/lime flavoring, blue food […] |
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Mahjong Club meets Thursdays in the library from 11am – 2pm. All adult patrons are welcome to come in to play. No registration required.
Chess Club meets Thursdays from 4:30pm – 7:30pm. All are welcome to come in on Thursday nights to play chess. Meet at the front tables on the first floor. No registration necessary. Anyone under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by their legal guardian. 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 […] |
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