Comic artist plans show in Albany Oct 11, 2008
Leigh Rubin, creator of the Rubes cartoon, will present his Rubes Cartoony Show at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Albany Public Library, 1390 Waverly Drive S.E. It s free and open to the public. Rubes appears in the Democrat-Herald and more than 400 other newspapers worldwide. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Dermatology practice offers $1.6 million for main library (24) Oct 10, 2008
6 million in cash to buy the Albany Public Library building at 1390 Waverly Drive S.E.. The company has offices in Woodburn, Salem and McMinnville. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Albany library walk-thru planned Oct 5, 2008
Zed Merrill will speak on sports heroes of Albany s past at noon Friday at the Albany Public Library main library, 1390 Waverly Drive S.E.. An author and documentary film producer, Merrill will share some insights into the history of area sports. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
The payoff for reading Aug 27, 2008
More than 600 children qualified for two pool parties after reading or being read to for more than 25 hours this summer as part of a program sponsored by the Albany Public Library ... More than 600 children qualified for two pool parties after reading or being read to for more than 25 hours this summer as part of a program sponsored by the Albany Public Library. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Ventriloquist will kick off library series Jun 13, 2008
at 2 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at the Albany Public Library, 1390 Waverly Drive S.E., and at 2 p.m. June 19 at the Downtown Carnegie Library, 302 Ferry St. S.W.. Children in kindergarten and older are welcome to attend this event, the first of eight weekly summer reading programs. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Your community in brief (June 9) (26) Jun 10, 2008
The Albany Public Library is seeking teen volunteers who have completed at least sixth grade to help this summer at both library branches. The workers will assist with children s programs and general library upkeep. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Voters weigh in Tuesday on budgets, board seats May 15, 2008
The Albany Public Library budget is also on the ballot, as are a number of funding requests from other libraries. To view the highlights of what's being offered in your school, select the appropriate county. (Albany Times Union)
2 men get 2 years in $2 million fraud case May 8, 2008
Mary Ellen O'Connor, who is president of the Albany Public Library Board of Trustees, wrote a letter to Sharpe last July saying federal prosecutors had refused to identify her as a victim even though she was financially devastated by her dealings with Kupic and Disonell. 1. (Albany Times Union)
Region's top speller to vie in nationals May 5, 2008
Students received a gift card, writing journal and word game from Barnes , a Merriam-Webster Dictionary and U.S. Savings Bond donated by the Times Union and Albany Public Library, and a family four-pack of tickets to Proctors. Rick Karlin can be reached at 454-5758 or by e-mail at rkarlin@timesunion. (Albany Times Union)
Albany library trustee: Window issue not closed yet Mar 27, 2008
Distinctive windows at the historic Howe branch of the Albany Public Library will be replaced despite opposition from the public and the Albany Common Council ... Distinctive windows at the historic Howe branch of the Albany Public Library will be replaced despite opposition from the public and the Albany Common Council ... ALBANY - The Albany Public Library hasn't closed the door on restoring the historic windows at the John A. Howe branch, Board President Mary Ellen O'Connor said today. (Albany Times Union)
Enduring A's Mar 6, 2008
The Enduring A's, a Ford model A club, will meet at 7:30 p.m. tonight, March 5, at the Albany Public Library, 1390 SE Waverly Dr. The club meets the first Wednesday of every month at the same time and location. All are welcome to attend. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Jennings keys on blight at neighborhood meeting Feb 7, 2008
Jennings made the remarks during his annual visit to the Albany Council of Neighborhood Associations meeting, held at the main branch of the Albany Public Library. Though the session covered a wide range of topics, from the lack of a cable franchise agreement to development in the Pine Bush, much of the night focused on efforts to to reduce blight. (Albany Times Union)
Dozens of venues on tap for Albany's 1st Friday Jan 30, 2008
New venues joining the venture this month are the Albany Art Room (457 Madison Ave.), which will offer an open studio for hands-on art making; the Albany Public Library (161 Washington Ave.), showing art by Demetrius Dickerson and presenting entertainment by singer-songwriter Ashley Pond and the hip-hop dancers from the Boys and Girls Club; The Madison Theater (1036 Madison Ave.), offering "A Celebration of Short Films from Local Filmmakers" at 9:35 p.m. and midnight for $6; and WAMC Performing... (Albany Times Union)
Hundreds attend Killin memorial (24) Jan 19, 2008
Killin also asked that books be brought to the service to be given to the Albany Public Library. About 60 books were collected. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Panel hikes job goal for work Jan 17, 2008
ALBANY -- Albany Public Library trustees raised the goals Tuesday for the use of minority and female contractors in building two branches and renovating three other buildings. Contractors had questioned last week whether too little of the work would go to minority firms. (Albany Times Union)
Hiring for library project at issue Jan 12, 2008
ALBANY -- The Albany Public Library is being urged to hire more minorities and women for the planned renovation of three branches and construction of two new ones. After hearing from contractors and concerned citizens, the board tabled a decision until a special meeting scheduled for 6:15 p.m. Tuesday at the library's main branch, 161 Washington Ave.. (Albany Times Union)
Heart health program planned in Lebanon Jan 5, 2008
Additional sessions are: Jan. 16, 4 p.m., Gentsler Eye Center, 2700 14th Ave. S.E., Albany; Jan. 17, 2 p.m., Albany Public Library, 1390 Waverly Drive S.E.; Jan. 20, 9:45 a.m. and 11:45 a.m., Our Savior Lutheran Church, 3111 S. Main Road, Lebanon. Democrat-Herald. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Albany Declares Snow Emergency Jan 1, 2008
Snow Emergency brochures, which outline all of the Snow Emergency procedures, can be picked up at any City firehouse, police station or branches of the Albany Public Library. Save/Share Story. (FOX23 News, NY)
Fur flies at the library Dec 8, 2007
Dogs catching flying discs, shooting baskets and shagging balls inside the Albany Public Library ... The Albany Public Library sponsored the demonstration. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
DEQ seeks comment on permit extensions Nov 7, 2007
Documents for the Duraflake America Ltd. extension request can be viewed at the Albany Public Library, 1390 Waverly Drive, S.E., or online at www. deq. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Tributes follow longtime educator's passing Oct 27, 2007
He served on the Albany Public Library board of trustees from 1987 until his death. He was the board's vice president and was president from 2002 to 2007. (Albany Times Union)
Longtime Albany educator John Bach dies Oct 26, 2007
He served on the Albany Public Library board of trustees from 1987 until his death ... Timothy Burke, acting director of the Albany Public Library, said Bach was very involved in a plan to renovate the city's libraries. (Albany Times Union)
Mid-valley in brief Oct 13, 2007
The annual book sale sponsored by the Friends of the Albany Public Library will be held Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 18-20, at the Linn County Fair Center. This is the second year the sale will be held at the expo center. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Water pistol prizes draw a sharp rebuke Sep 14, 2007
ALBANY -- A Common Council member criticized the Albany Public Library for handing out water pistols as prizes for students who read four books this summer. Council member James P. Sano, a Democrat, said the library's Pine Hills branch sent the wrong message to children at a time the city has formed a task force on gun violence. (Albany Times Union)
Library encourages all to apply for cards Sep 1, 2007
Albany Public Library wants to make sure that Albany children, especially, are among the two-thirds of Americans who carry the smartest card of all a library card, library Director Ed Gallagher said. A library card has always been the most important school supply of all. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Kids invited to sell anything Jul 5, 2007
The Albany Public Library Summer Reading Program All Kids Parking Lot Sale will fill the Main Library west parking lot with bargains from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Children of all ages may come to buy or sell anything except food or animals. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Public safety log Jun 14, 2007
Passed out transients Police were called Monday afternoon to the building that will be the future home of the Albany Public Library on 14th Avenue S.E. A caller reported that a man was sleeping in a flower bed. It turned out that there were two intoxicated men passed out at the location. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
La Leche League to hold open house May 31, 2007
La Leche League of Albany will host an open house and demonstrate a variety of baby-carrying items from 10 a.m. to noon, June 16, at the Albany Public Library, 1390 Waverly Drive S.E.. Volunteers will be available to answer questions about breastfeeding and La Leche League. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Bicyclist airlifted to hospital after crash Apr 30, 2007
A REACH helicopter was flown in and landed in a parking lot west of the Albany Public Library. Lemke was driven by ambulance to the helicopter and then flown to Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Police respond to weapons complaint at library Apr 19, 2007
Police responded to a weapons complaint Wednesday afternoon outside the Albany Public Library and found the suspect shortly after the incident at his home on Geary Street S.E.. According to police, a man and his adult son were in a physical fight near the main library, 1390 Waverly Drive S.E., when the father told a witness to call for help. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Presentation slated at Albany Public Library Apr 9, 2007
ALBANY Tales from World War II You Probably Never Heard Before, by Zed Merrill, will be the theme for this month s presentation by the Friends of the Albany Public Library. The presentation is scheduled for 1 p.m. Friday at the main branch of the library, 1390 Waverly Drive S.E. The time is a change from the usual monthly presentations. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Albany seeks comments on capital improvement plan Mar 22, 2007
Copies of the CIP are available from Friday, March 23, to Monday, April 23, at the Public Works counter at City Hall, 333 Broadalbin S.W.; at both branches of the Albany Public Library, the downtown Carnegie Library at 302 Ferry St. S.W., and the main library at 1390 Waverly Drive S.E.; and on the city s Web site, www. cityofalbany. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Force to share stories Mar 16, 2007
Members of the Albany Friendship Force, who learn about other cultures through stays in private homes around the world, will share their experiences at noon Friday at the Albany Public Library, 1390 Waverly Drive S.E.. Members will describe their adventures in Russia, Japan, Uzbekistan and Tanzania, among others. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Terror case shakes mosque Mar 9, 2007
It's an improvement over their previous mosque, a one-bedroom apartment across from the Albany Public Library. Founders bought the building for $40,000. (Albany Times Union)
Albany library to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday Friday Feb 28, 2007
Mr. Bix and his Borfin, geilings on ceilings, and Thwerlls and Chuggs will fill the Albany Public Library, 1390 Waverly Drive S.E., all day Friday as part of the annual celebration of the birthday of Dr. Seuss. Members of the community and library staff will read Dr. Seuss books aloud from the reading throne in the library foyer from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to commemorate Seuss s 103rd birthday and to celebrate Read Across America Day, an annual reading and literacy holiday. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Albany Center Galleries moves to new location Feb 24, 2007
After 20 years it moved to an arts building on Monroe Street downtown and then, most recently, to the second floor of the Albany Public Library. The new, 1,700-square-foot location (a former law office) is expected to raise the gallery's profile. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Albany council will air meetings Feb 16, 2007
Copies of the DVD will be available at the Albany Public Library and City Hall. The broadcast on the Internet will be coupled with an agenda, and viewers will be able to click on an agenda item and go directly to that portion of the meeting. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Cooking contest planned for kids Feb 10, 2007
Children are invited to enter the Albany Public Library s Clever Cooks Contest, scheduled for Feb. 24. Kids of any age up to 18 may enter. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Capital projects up for vote Feb 6, 2007
In one referendum, the Albany Public Library is asking residents to approve $29 million in improvements to branch libraries. The borrowing would add 47 cents per $1,000 of assessed valuation to the library tax rate. (Albany Times Union)
A community mourns its loss Feb 5, 2007
He was the vice president of the board of the Albany Public Library, past president of the Rensselaer County Historical Society and served on the boards of the American Heart Association Northeast Affiliate and the Howard and Bush Foundation. At the historical society, Brown used his connections to raise awareness about its work and to help a $2 million capital campaign, curator Stacy Draper said. (Albany Times Union)
Your community in brief Jan 30, 2007
will share her art in a free public program at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Albany Public Library, 1390 Waverly Drive S.E.. Titled All Together Now, Cox s program will consist of participatory tales for all ages and from around the world. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Your Community Jan 16, 2007
Students in grades 6-12 are invited to attend a free workshop on dramatic storytelling from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday at the main branch of the Albany Public Library, 1390 Waverly Drive S.E. Joyce Greiner of the Wonderkeepers Storytelling Guild will lead the activities ... The Albany Public Library is sponsoring a weeklong food drive, starting Saturday, to benefit Fish of Albany. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Library league presentation slated for Jan. 12 Jan 5, 2007
Hosted by Friends of the Albany Public Library, the meeting will be at noon at the main branch of the Albany Public Library, 1390 Waverly Drive S.E.. Speakers Linda Ziedrich and May Garland will give a presentation showing the current library situation in Linn County, describing the work of the Linn Library League and explaining elements of the proposed district plan. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
