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No events scheduled for November 15, 2026.
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Mother Goose
November 16 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Mother Goose

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
11:00 AM
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

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
5:00 PM
Paws 2 Read
November 16 @ 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Paws 2 Read

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
9:00 AM
Toddler Time
November 17 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Toddler Time

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
10:00 AM
Preschool Explorers
November 17 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Preschool Explorers

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
3:00 PM
Teen Gaming Club
November 17 @ 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Teen Gaming Club

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
Marvelous Machines: Towering Creativity
November 17 @ 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Marvelous Machines: Towering Creativity

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
6:00 PM
Clay Cup Ceramics
November 17 @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Clay Cup Ceramics

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
9:00 AM
Toddler Time
November 18 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Toddler Time

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
10:00 AM
Toddler Time
November 18 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Toddler Time

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
11:00 AM
Pinochle Club
November 18 @ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Pinochle Club

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
9:00 AM
Mother Goose
November 19 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Mother Goose

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
10:00 AM
Preschool Explorers
November 19 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Preschool Explorers

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
11:00 AM
Mahjong Club
November 19 @ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Mahjong Club

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
4:00 PM
Chess Club
November 19 @ 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Chess Club

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
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No events scheduled for November 20, 2026.
10:00 AM
Friends Book Club
November 21 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Friends Book Club

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
2:00 PM
Crafternoon:  Winter Sign
November 21 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Crafternoon: Winter Sign

Altoona Area Public Library 1600 5th Avenue, Altoona
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Monday, November 16, 2026

  • November 16, 2026 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

  • November 16, 2026 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 […]

  • November 16, 2026 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.

Tuesday, November 17, 2026

  • November 17, 2026 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

  • November 17, 2026 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. […]

  • November 17, 2026 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.

  • November 17, 2026 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 […]

  • November 17, 2026 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.

Wednesday, November 18, 2026

  • November 18, 2026 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

  • November 18, 2026 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

  • November 18, 2026 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.

Thursday, November 19, 2026

  • November 19, 2026 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

  • November 19, 2026 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. […]

  • November 19, 2026 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.

  • November 19, 2026 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.

Friday, November 20, 2026

No events on this day.

Saturday, November 21, 2026

  • November 21, 2026 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 […]

  • November 21, 2026 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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