See You @ the Symphony: Telling a Story Through Music
Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
Week of Events
Sunday, November 15, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, November 16, 2026
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November 16, 2026 -Mother Goose
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November 16, 2026 -See You @ the Symphony: Telling a Story Through Music
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November 16, 2026 -Paws 2 Read
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
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 […]
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.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
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November 17, 2026 -Toddler Time
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November 17, 2026 -Preschool Explorers
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November 17, 2026 -Teen Gaming Club
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November 17, 2026 -Marvelous Machines: Towering Creativity
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November 17, 2026 -Clay Cup Ceramics
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
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. […]
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.
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 […]
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.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
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November 18, 2026 -Toddler Time
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November 18, 2026 -Toddler Time
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November 18, 2026 -Pinochle Club
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
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
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, November 19, 2026
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November 19, 2026 -Mother Goose
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November 19, 2026 -Preschool Explorers
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November 19, 2026 -Mahjong Club
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November 19, 2026 -Chess Club
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
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. […]
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.
Friday, November 20, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, November 21, 2026
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November 21, 2026 -Friends Book Club
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November 21, 2026 -Crafternoon: Winter Sign
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 […]
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

