Its number up, Dewey is 86ed Oct 10, 2009
Albany Public Library to shelve books by category rather than decimal system. By , Staff writer First published in print: Saturday, October 10, 2009. (Albany Times Union)
Jennings, Ellis make their cases to Albany voters Sep 4, 2009
Democratic foes for the mayor's seat meet face to face in a debate at the Albany Public Library ... A capacity crowd estimated between 250 and 300 -- including those who spilled outside the hall and gathered to watch the event broadcast on a computer after even the all the standing room was taken -- gathered at the Albany Public Library to hear the rivals sound off on everything from the proposed downtown convention center to youth violence to the reassessment process and property tax relief. (Albany Times Union)
Jennings, Ellis set to field voters' questions Sep 1, 2009
ALBANY -- Mayor Jerry Jennings and Councilman Corey Ellis will meet in a mayoral debate Wednesday night at the Albany Public Library's main branch on Washington Avenue ... Where: Albany Public Library, 161 Washington Ave. ... Where: Albany Public Library, 161 Washington Ave.. (Albany Times Union)
Public Safety Log (85) Aug 25, 2009
Library window broken Someone, probably using a rock, broke a window near the entrance to the Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave. S.E., early Saturday evening. Only the outer pane of the dual window was broken. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Shirley Rae Miller Jul 25, 2009
Shirley was also a member of the Friends of the Albany Public Library. She loved music, her flower garden, grandchildren, friends and family. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Library fee hikes proposed Jul 7, 2009
Mark Ylen/Democrat-Herald Brenna Chance, 6, of Albany pores over selections Monday morning in the children s section of the Albany Public Library. Children and others who are not Albany residents may have to pay more for a library card. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
‘Reptile Man’ to visit library Tuesday Jul 3, 2009
Reptile Man, aka Richard Ritchey, will visit the main branch of the Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave. S.E., at 4 p.m. Tuesday with crocodiles, lizards, snakes and other reptiles. Seating is limited, and children must be of at least kindergarten age. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Youth invited to register for talent show Jun 24, 2009
Kids up to age 18 are invited to enter the seventh annual Albany Idol Talent Show, set for July 14 and 15 at the Albany Public Library. The event is part of the library s Summer Reading Program. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
New library gets artwork Jun 24, 2009
French, 51, of Albany is respected enough now in her field that the Albany Arts Commission asked her to paint bright-colored panels or boxes to place around three columns in the Children s Room at the new Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave. S.E. The art will be installed on Tuesday, June 30. The city budgeted 12,500 for the project, which includes delivery and installation. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Kids invited to summer reading program Jun 6, 2009
Children up to age 18 may sign up to count their reading in this year s Albany Public Library Summer Reading Program. Prizes, parties and events will fill the program, including the return of Reptile Man. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Teens invited to join marionette troupe Jun 6, 2009
The first 10 students in grades 6 through 12 to register can take part in the Albany Public Library Marionette Troupe ... Registration forms are available in the young adult area at either branch of the Albany Public Library. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Library book group to discuss ‘Worst Hard Time’ May 30, 2009
The Albany Public Library Book Discussion group will talk about The Worst Hard Time: The Untold Story of Those Who Survived the Great Dust Bowl at 7 p.m. Thursday in the meeting room at the main library, 2450 14th Ave. S.E.. For more information, call Diane Moody at (541) 791-0013. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Peace groups honor students, school staff May 9, 2009
Several Albany students and school staff were honored Tuesday at the first Peace Awards Celebration at the Albany Public Library, sponsored by the Albany Peace Seekers and Linn-Benton Community College s Institute for Peace and Justice. Three students received Peace Award Scholarships: Anna Anderson, a senior at West Albany High School, 500; and Jamie Stockton and Jose Lule Juarez, seniors at South Albany High School, 400 each. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Library open after water pipe repair Apr 16, 2009
The Albany Public Library at 2450 14th Ave. S.E. reopened today after being closed on Tuesday. Employees arriving at the library Tuesday morning found water bubbling up into the parking lot. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Broken water line closes new main library (23) Apr 15, 2009
The new Albany Public Library at 2450 14th Ave. S.E. is closed today because of a broken water line. City spokeswoman Marilyn Smith said no water is getting to the building. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Pigeon poop,’ green eggs never tasted so good Mar 29, 2009
Jesse Skoubo/Democrat-HeraldAllison Keeney of Eugene jots down scores as she judges a variety of dishes at the 25th annual Clever Cooks Contest at the Albany Public Library on Saturday afternoon ... Pigeon Poop, Green Eggs with Chocolate-Covered Bacon and Royal Bean Parfait were just a few of the edible choices Saturday at Clever Cooks Contest XXV at the Albany Public Library. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Library plans grand opening on Sunday Mar 26, 2009
Mark Ylen/Democrat-HeraldPortland comedian and juggler Charlie Brown concludes his performance in front of some of the more than 240 children and parents who attended his spring-break performance at the new Albany Public Library ... Everyone is invited to a party on Sunday to celebrate the official opening of the new main Albany Public Library at 2450 14th Ave. S.E.. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Anime fans invited to club meeting at library Mar 19, 2009
Fans of Japanese animation and readers of the popular Japanese Manga books, ages 11 to adult, are invited to attend the Anime Club meeting from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday at the Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave. S.E.. Participants may bring games such as Yu-Gi-Oh, share books, display original artwork, practice drawing, and meet others with similar interests. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Students invited to storytelling event Mar 18, 2009
Students in third through 12th grades who are interested in dramatic storytelling are invited to join the Wonderkeepers Next Generation from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave. S.E.. The group will learn stories as they practice using voice, movement, costume and actions to communicate with the audience. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
What libraries do for us all Mar 4, 2009
It is reassuring to know that libraries especially the new main branch of the Albany Public Library still fulfill that function. Libraries do a lot of things for other age groups as well, as we all know. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Richard Bailey Eads Mar 4, 2009
His later days were filled with card games with Florence, enjoying her cooking, reading mysteries from the Albany Public Library and following his investments ... The family requests memorial contributions be sent to the Richard B. Eads Memorial Fund for the new Albany Public Library, in care of Ed Gallagher, Director, Albany Public Library, 2450 14th Ave., Albany, OR 97322. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Books, books, books: The new Albany Public Library opens its doors Mar 3, 2009
Chandra Hamann and her two children were the first family to enter the new Albany Public Library when it opened at 10 this morning. They ve been dying to see it, she said of Nishana, 13, and Zachary, 9. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
This two-wheeled journey begins with a single pedal Feb 28, 2009
It was with Portland in mind that I arrived at the main branch of the Albany Public Library on Wednesday night for the first public meeting to discuss the city's Bicycle Master Plan. Almost 200 people turned out but you would have been able to predict that even before entering the building: Every available sign and stachion on the sidewalk had a bike locked to it. (Albany Times Union)
Libary sees more patrons in late 2008 Feb 14, 2009
The number of people using the Albany Public Library during the last few months of 2008 compared to the same period the year before is way up, said library Director Ed Gallagher. Other area libraries, such as those in Corvallis and Salem, are reporting the same uptick, which librarians say is common during economic downturns. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
