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9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Mother Goose
November 16 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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?usp=header

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
See You @ the Symphony: Telling a Story Through Music
November 16 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
See You @ the Symphony: Telling a Story Through Music

Join our friends from the Altoona Symphony Orchestra for Telling a Story Through Music on November 16th at 11am in the library theater as they introduce our youngest patrons ages 3-6 to the beauty and joys of the symphony in this unique, hands-on program! This program is ideal for families who are seeking a way […]

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Paws 2 Read
November 16 @ 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Paws 2 Read

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.

5 events, 17

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Toddler Time
November 17 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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?usp=header

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Preschool Explorers
November 17 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Preschool Explorers

This program is ideal for families with children ages 3-6 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. […]

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Teen Gaming Club
November 17 @ 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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 friends. Call 946-0417 ext 125 to register.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Marvelous Machines: Towering Creativity
November 17 @ 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Marvelous Machines: Towering Creativity

Marvelous Machines: Towering Creativity for Grades 1-5 on November 17th at 3:30pm - The time has come to take your architectural skills to dizzying heights! Join us at the AAPL as we take a closer look at the engineering in our favorite fairy tales. What secrets does the design of Rapunzel's tower hold? What would […]

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Clay Cup Ceramics
November 17 @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Clay Cup Ceramics

In partnership with the Clay Cup, on November 17th at 6pm, patrons can paint a ceramic saucer at the library. The cost is $18 and payment is required by November 9th to reserve your spot. Call 946-0417 ext 125 to register.

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9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Toddler Time
November 18 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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?usp=header

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Toddler Time
November 18 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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?usp=header

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Pinochle Club
November 18 @ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Pinochle Club

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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9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Mother Goose
November 19 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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?usp=header

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Preschool Explorers
November 19 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Preschool Explorers

This program is ideal for families with children ages 3-6 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. […]

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Mahjong Club
November 19 @ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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.

4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Chess Club
November 19 @ 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Chess Club

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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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Friends Book Club
November 21 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Friends Book Club

The Friends of the Library will be hosting their monthly book club on November 21st at 10am in the library. The book for the month is The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai. 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 […]

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Crafternoon: Winter Sign
November 21 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Crafternoon: Winter Sign

On November 21st , adult patrons are invited to join us from 2pm - 3pm to make a craft. For this month’s Crafternoon, we will be making Winter Signs. All supplies will be provided. Register by calling 946-0417 ext 125 or sign up online at https://forms.gle/Hf8Y3Xj2W7HuXZpd7

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9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Mother Goose
November 23 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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?usp=header

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9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Toddler Time
November 24 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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?usp=header

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Preschool Explorers
November 24 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Preschool Explorers

This program is ideal for families with children ages 3-6 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. […]

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Teen Gaming Club
November 24 @ 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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 friends. Call 946-0417 ext 125 to register.

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9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Toddler Time
November 25 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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?usp=header

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Toddler Time
November 25 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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?usp=header

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Pinochle Club
November 25 @ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Pinochle Club

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
DINOvember Storytime
November 25 @ 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
DINOvember Storytime

DINOvember Storytime November 25th at 3pm: The dinosaurs are here! Join us at the AAPL for a special storytime dedicated to everyone's favorite prehistoric residents. There will be stories. There will be crafts. And most importantly, there will be dinosaurs (or at least toys shaped-like dinosaurs)! Call 814-946-0417 ext.123 to register or online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvRa1DIpI99CE71KlPh7exHMDRMUsF23mNzFZWfSYVhOo6zg/viewform?usp=publish-editor

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Pokemon TCG Day!
November 25 @ 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Pokemon TCG Day!

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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November 26
Closed

The Library is closed on November 26th and 27th for Thanksgiving.

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2026-11-27
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Library Closed
November 27
Closed

The Library is closed on November 26th and 27th for Thanksgiving.

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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Shelf Indulgence
November 28 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Shelf Indulgence

AAPL Shelf Indulgence Adult Book Club will be held on November 28th at 10am in the library board room. This is a BYOM (bring your own mug) with a choice of coffee or tea. The book is We Solve Murders by Richard Osman. Register by calling 946-0417 ext 125 or sign up online at https://forms.gle/JpcZHhEBS71T1PMe8

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9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Mother Goose
November 30 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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?usp=header

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bailey’s Brigade
November 30 @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bailey’s Brigade

Bailey's Brigade invites families to join a friendly pack where being kind to animals isn't ruff at all. Through a partnership with the Central PA Humane Society, we will welcome guest speakers, introduce children ages 3- 12 to real animals and offer hands-on activities that teaches compassion, responsibility, and what it means to be a […]

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November 16
November 16 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Mother Goose

November 16 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

See You @ the Symphony: Telling a Story Through Music

November 16 @ 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Paws 2 Read

November 17
November 17 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Toddler Time

November 17 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Preschool Explorers

November 17 @ 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Teen Gaming Club

November 17 @ 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Marvelous Machines: Towering Creativity

November 17 @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Clay Cup Ceramics

November 18
November 18 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Toddler Time

November 18 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Toddler Time

November 18 @ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Pinochle Club

November 19
November 19 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Mother Goose

November 19 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Preschool Explorers

November 19 @ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Mahjong Club

November 19 @ 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Chess Club

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November 21
November 21 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Friends Book Club

November 21 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Crafternoon: Winter Sign

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November 23
November 23 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Mother Goose

November 24
November 24 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Toddler Time

November 24 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Preschool Explorers

November 24 @ 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Teen Gaming Club

November 25
November 25 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Toddler Time

November 25 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Toddler Time

November 25 @ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Pinochle Club

November 25 @ 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

DINOvember Storytime

November 25 @ 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Pokemon TCG Day!

November 26
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November 27
All day

Closed

November 28
November 28 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Shelf Indulgence

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November 30
November 30 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Mother Goose

November 30 @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Bailey’s Brigade

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