Time To Lay It Down: The Soundtrack of the Vietnam War
Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
Week of Events
Sunday, August 16, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, August 17, 2026
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August 17, 2026 -Golden Onsite Dental Exams
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August 17, 2026 -Time To Lay It Down: The Soundtrack of the Vietnam War
Golden Onsite Dental Exams
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!
Time To Lay It Down: The Soundtrack of the Vietnam War
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 […]
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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August 18, 2026 -Teen Gaming Club
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 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.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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August 19, 2026 -Pinochle Club
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.
Thursday, August 20, 2026
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August 20, 2026 -Mahjong Club
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August 20, 2026 -Chess Club
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August 20, 2026 -Paws 2 Read
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.
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.
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.
Friday, August 21, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, August 22, 2026
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August 22, 2026 -Shelf Indulgence
Shelf Indulgence
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.

