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Teen-y Tiny Art

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

Create a masterpiece to be featured in our first ever APL Tiny Art Gallery! We'll have tiny canvases and paint ready for your creation to be displayed at the library through April.

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

Create a masterpiece to be featured in our first ever APL Tiny Art Gallery! We'll have tiny canvases and paint ready for your creation to be displayed at the library through April.

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Baby and Me

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, 0-5 Years
Event Details:

Join us for this interactive storytime designed for parents/caregivers and their infants and toddlers and their stuffies. We'll sing songs, listen to stories, make crafts, and lear...

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-5 Years
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for this interactive storytime designed for parents/caregivers and their infants and toddlers and their stuffies. We'll sing songs, listen to stories, make crafts, and learn early literacy skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

Pickle Autopsy

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

The Claussens gang confronted the Vlasic gang about some missing items in the fridge, and now some gherkins have met their demise. Become forensic pathologists and help us determin...

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

The Claussens gang confronted the Vlasic gang about some missing items in the fridge, and now some gherkins have met their demise. Become forensic pathologists and help us determine cause of death for these poor pickles!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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Crafty Kids

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers
Age Group:
Children, Grades K-3, Grades 4-6
Crafty Kids:

Creative crafts for creative kids! Our crafts can get messy sometimes, so please dress accordingly.    

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, Grades K-3, Grades 4-6
Program Type: Creative Makers
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Crafty Kids

Creative crafts for creative kids! Our crafts can get messy sometimes, so please dress accordingly.  

 

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Residency Registration Limit

Registration is open to Altoona and rural Polk County residents 4 weeks before the event. Registration will be open to the general public 3 weeks before the event. Registration for non-residents that is marked "yes" for residency will be canceled and moved to the pending waitlist if space is available. You may receive two emails, one for the cancelation and one for the pending waitlist. Your registration will automatically move to confirmed on the correct date if seats are available.

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Tiny Art

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers
Age Group:
Children, Grades K-3, Grades 4-6
Event Details:

Be a part of our Tiny Art Show! We will provide a mini canvas and paint for you to create a masterpiece to be displayed at the library through April!

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, Grades K-3, Grades 4-6
Program Type: Creative Makers
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Be a part of our Tiny Art Show! We will provide a mini canvas and paint for you to create a masterpiece to be displayed at the library through April!

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Residency Registration Limit

Registration is open to Altoona and rural Polk County residents 4 weeks before the event. Registration will be open to the general public 3 weeks before the event. Registration for non-residents that is marked "yes" for residency will be canceled and moved to the pending waitlist if space is available. You may receive two emails, one for the cancelation and one for the pending waitlist. Your registration will automatically move to confirmed on the correct date if seats are available.

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Senior Set: Games

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Seniors (Ages 60+)
Senior Set: Games:

Join us for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition. Come alone or bring your friends to connect over some great games and light refreshments. Rummicub, cribbage, Mexican...

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Seniors (Ages 60+)
Program Type: Games

Senior Set: Games

Join us for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition. Come alone or bring your friends to connect over some great games and light refreshments. Rummicub, cribbage, Mexican train dominoes, backgammon and more -- you choose!

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is Not Required

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Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, 0-5 Years
Preschool Storytime:

Join us for this interactive storytime to sing songs, listen to stories, make crafts, and learn early literacy skills. There will be a new theme each week.

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-5 Years
Program Type: Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Join us for this interactive storytime to sing songs, listen to stories, make crafts, and learn early literacy skills. There will be a new theme each week.

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

Azania Academy's Financial Literacy Workshop

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 11:45am - 12:45pm
Meeting Room B at Altoona Public Library
Purpose of Meeting (provide details):

Azania Academy's Financial Literacy Workshop

Permission to use library meeting space in no way implies that the library supports the views espoused by the group.
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Purpose of Meeting (provide details)

Azania Academy's Financial Literacy Workshop

Camp Half-Blood

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers, Games, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Grades 4-6
Event Details:

We're hosting a round of Camp Half-Blood challenges! Build siege equipment with Ares or learn Greek with Athena, make your camp bracelet and get your camp ID. Percy Jackson would b...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, Grades 4-6
Program Type: Creative Makers, Games, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

We're hosting a round of Camp Half-Blood challenges! Build siege equipment with Ares or learn Greek with Athena, make your camp bracelet and get your camp ID. Percy Jackson would be proud.

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Residency Registration Limit

Registration is open to Altoona and rural Polk County residents 4 weeks before the event. Registration will be open to the general public 3 weeks before the event. Registration for non-residents that is marked "yes" for residency will be canceled and moved to the pending waitlist if space is available. You may receive two emails, one for the cancelation and one for the pending waitlist. Your registration will automatically move to confirmed on the correct date if seats are available.

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Toddler Time

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, 0-5 Years
Toddler Time:

Get ready to read, dance, and play at this interactive storytime! Join us for a half-hour of books, rhymes, and music perfect for your little ones. There will be a half-hour of fre...

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-5 Years
Program Type: Storytime

Toddler Time

Get ready to read, dance, and play at this interactive storytime! Join us for a half-hour of books, rhymes, and music perfect for your little ones. There will be a half-hour of free play time afterwards. 

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

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Crafternoon

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Room at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers
Age Group:
Children, Grades K-3, Grades 4-6
Event Details:

Drop in for a quick craft in the Children's Room! Available while supplies last. 

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Grades K-3, Grades 4-6
Program Type: Creative Makers
Event Details:

Drop in for a quick craft in the Children's Room! Available while supplies last. 

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

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Who picked this book? Club

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Who picked this book? Club:

Who picked this book? Club is our longest running book club. Participants are encouraged to pick up a book in advance and attend the in-person discussion. Print copies are generall...

Event Details:

This month we're reading The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley. 

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Club

Who picked this book? Club

Who picked this book? Club is our longest running book club. Participants are encouraged to pick up a book in advance and attend the in-person discussion. Print copies are generally available to check out the day after the previous month's book club. For those living in Altoona or rural Polk county, ebook and eaudiobook editions may also be available on Bridges or hoopla. 

The book is the same for both Who Picked this Book? Club and Booked for Lunch. To ensure we have space for all interested readers, please plan to attend one.

Click here for more information about our book clubs.

Event Details:

This month we're reading The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley. 

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Pipsqueak Playdate

Friday, March 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, 0-5 Years
Pipsqueak Playdate:

Play & socialization are important early literacy skills. Come participate in art, sensory activities, and free play at your own pace. There will be several stations to explore...

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-5 Years
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime

Pipsqueak Playdate

Play & socialization are important early literacy skills. Come participate in art, sensory activities, and free play at your own pace. There will be several stations to explore!   

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

Teen Hangout

Friday, March 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

Need to unwind after a long week? Come join us in the library meeting room to meet friends and chill. Play board games or the Switch, make crafts, eat snacks, or just hang out!

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Social Gathering
Event Details:

Need to unwind after a long week? Come join us in the library meeting room to meet friends and chill. Play board games or the Switch, make crafts, eat snacks, or just hang out!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

DIY Scrapbook Bookmarks

Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Make some bookmarks using old paper, pressed flowers, and whatever else we have lying around! Each participant will bring home three bookmarks made of recycled materials and paper....

Open
Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Creative Makers
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Make some bookmarks using old paper, pressed flowers, and whatever else we have lying around! Each participant will bring home three bookmarks made of recycled materials and paper. 

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I Spy Lock-in

Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, Grades 4-6
Event Details:

Join us for a spy-themed Amazing Race lock-in. Learn what it takes to be a spy and join a team to race around the world. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, Grades 4-6
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Join us for a spy-themed Amazing Race lock-in. Learn what it takes to be a spy and join a team to race around the world. 

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Lockin

Because this program takes place after our normal hours, a signed permission form from a parent or guardian must be completed for participation. The form can be picked up at the library, or downloaded here, and can be filled out in advance or completed at drop off. 

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Strips and Pieces

Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room A at Altoona Public Library
Purpose of Meeting (provide details):

Getting together to sew

Permission to use library meeting space in no way implies that the library supports the views espoused by the group.
Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting (provide details)

Getting together to sew

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Baby and Me

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, 0-5 Years
Event Details:

Join us for this interactive storytime designed for parents/caregivers and their infants and toddlers and their stuffies. We'll sing songs, listen to stories, make crafts, and lear...

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-5 Years
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for this interactive storytime designed for parents/caregivers and their infants and toddlers and their stuffies. We'll sing songs, listen to stories, make crafts, and learn early literacy skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

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Booked for Lunch Book Club

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Booked for Lunch Book Club:

Booked for Lunch is our newest book club! Grab your lunches and join us for all or some of the hour to discuss this month's book. Participants are encouraged to pick up a book i...

Event Details:

This month we're reading The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley. 

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Club

Booked for Lunch Book Club

Booked for Lunch is our newest book club! Grab your lunches and join us for all or some of the hour to discuss this month's book.

Participants are encouraged to pick up a book in advance and attend the in-person discussion. Print copies are generally available to check out the day after the previous month's book club. For those living in Altoona or rural Polk county, ebook and eaudiobook editions may also be available on Bridges or hoopla.

The book is the same for both Who Picked this Book? Club and Booked for Lunch. To ensure we have space for all interested readers, please plan to attend one.

Click here for more information about our book clubs.

Event Details:

This month we're reading The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley. 

VR Night

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)
Event Details:

Virtual reality, actual awesomeness! Try painting in VR, solve puzzles in The Room, relax with the Power Wash Simulator, or try games like Job Simulator and Beat Saber.

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Virtual reality, actual awesomeness! Try painting in VR, solve puzzles in The Room, relax with the Power Wash Simulator, or try games like Job Simulator and Beat Saber.

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Play Dough Playtime

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Makers
Age Group:
Children, 0-5 Years
Event Details:

Come squish, smoosh, roll and flatten play dough at our activity stations and learn about the important skills and benefits children are gaining by playing and exploring!

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-5 Years
Program Type: Creative Makers
Event Details:

Come squish, smoosh, roll and flatten play dough at our activity stations and learn about the important skills and benefits children are gaining by playing and exploring!

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required

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Senior Set: Movie Matinee

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Seniors (Ages 60+)
Senior Set: Movie Matinee:

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon while watching a film on our big screen. Come alone or bring a friend! Fresh-popped popcorn and beverages will be provided.

Event Details:

This month we'll be watching: Little Women (2019)

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Seniors (Ages 60+)
Program Type: Movie

Senior Set: Movie Matinee

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon while watching a film on our big screen. Come alone or bring a friend! Fresh-popped popcorn and beverages will be provided.

Event Details:

This month we'll be watching: Little Women (2019)

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Registration is Not Required

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Toddler Time

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room Full (A&B) at Altoona Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, 0-5 Years
Toddler Time:

Get ready to read, dance, and play at this interactive storytime! Join us for a half-hour of books, rhymes, and music perfect for your little ones. There will be a half-hour of fre...

Library Branch: Altoona Public Library
Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B)
Age Group: Children, 0-5 Years
Program Type: Storytime

Toddler Time

Get ready to read, dance, and play at this interactive storytime! Join us for a half-hour of books, rhymes, and music perfect for your little ones. There will be a half-hour of free play time afterwards. 

Disclaimer(s)

Parent Supervision

Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is Not Required