Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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APL Plant Swap

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Get planty with us at the library's quarterly plant swap! Bring cuttings, rooted props, full plants, or pots to trade – and enter the drawing to win the door prize plant!

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Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Please call 800.272.3900 to register! Walk-ins Welcome!

Alzheimer’s Association® support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to:

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Granny Square Blankets

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Program Type:

Volunteer Opportunities, Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We're collecting granny squares again - this time to make blankets to donate to Lula NFP!

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Teen Movie Night

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:15pm

Program Type:

Movie

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come hang out with the Teen Advisory Board after the library closes and watch Freakier Friday (PG). Themed snacks will be provided. Ages 13-18. Register. 

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Anime Club

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Obsessed with anime and manga, or just curious? Come hang out with other adults and discuss all things anime, with different activities and themes each month!

1/17 – Guess That Anime!

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Library CLOSED

12/24/2025 @ 12:00am–12/26/2025 @ 11:45pm
Closing
Branches:
Alpha Park Public Library

Chair Yoga

9:30am–10:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Join Gayle Carrillo for chair yoga – now offered every Monday morning! Chair yoga is a modified yoga that’s great for those with limited mobility. All skill levels are welcome, but limited space is available. Drop in!

Glasford Pop-Up Library

3:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Cancelled
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Glasford Pop-up Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other, Arts & Crafts, Games

Join APL every Tuesday at the Glasford Village Hall for our Pop-Up Library! Drop by to check out books, get crafty, play games, get homework help, socialize, and more! Activities are available weekly that all ages will enjoy. It’s a great opportunity for adults to come socialize and enjoy a cup of coffee, too! So stop by, chat with a librarian, and see what the library has to offer you!

APL Yarners & Needlers

5:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Our creative Yarners & Needlers meet every Tuesday to work on projects of all kinds, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery, tatting, quilting, mending, and more. Bring your projects from home to knit/sew while you socialize! New members are always welcome. Drop in!

The Grimm Readers Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you enjoy reading horror, thrillers, or science fiction, join us for a slightly darker book club! Ages 18+. Registration required.

12/30 – The Shining by Stephen King

Library CLOSED

12/31/2025 @ 12:00am–01/01/2026 @ 11:45pm
Closing
Branches:
Alpha Park Public Library

Watercolor Club

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults
Seats Available
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Interested in watercolor painting? All skill levels are welcome to come paint at the library! These open sessions are not instructor led, but intended to be a collaborative exchange of tips and techniques as you work on your own projects. Paper and brushes will be available, but please bring your own paint. 

Saturday Story Time

10:30am–11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Youth
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Youth
Program Type: Story Time

Join us for a fun-filled experience with stories, songs, and crafts! Geared towards ages 2-6, but kids of all ages are welcome. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

Chair Yoga

9:30am–10:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Join Gayle Carrillo for chair yoga – now offered every Monday morning! Chair yoga is a modified yoga that’s great for those with limited mobility. All skill levels are welcome, but limited space is available. Drop in!

Crafty Critters Art Class

4:00pm–4:30pm
Babies & Toddlers
Seats Available
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn some fun art skills for littles from Ms. Al! Dress for a mess and make some art to take home! This month, we’ll be painting with fruit! Ages 0-2. Register. 
 

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

Crafty Critters Art Class

5:00pm–5:30pm
Babies & Toddlers, Youth
Seats Available
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn some fun art skills for littles from Ms. Al! Dress for a mess and make some art to take home! This month, we’ll be making easy shapes art! Ages 3-6. Register.

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

APL Plant Swap

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Get planty with us at the library's quarterly plant swap! Bring cuttings, rooted props, full plants, or pots to trade – and enter the drawing to win the door prize plant!

Baby Tadpoles Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time

Join us for songs, bounces, and a story read-aloud. Stick around afterward to socialize with other families! Ages 0-1. (Recommended for babies under 18 mos. who are not walking yet.) Drop In!

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

Friends of APL Meeting

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunities

Are you interested in giving back to your community? Join the Friends of APL to support the library through volunteering, fundraising, and advocating at events throughout the year. The Friends meet the first Tuesday every month, and new members are always welcome.

Toddler Froglets Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Story Time

Join us for movement songs, finger-plays, and stories – and play with other families afterward! Ages 2-3. (Recommended for walking toddlers up to age 3.) Drop in! 

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

Glasford Pop-Up Library

3:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Glasford Pop-up Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other, Arts & Crafts, Games

Join APL every Tuesday at the Glasford Village Hall for our Pop-Up Library! Drop by to check out books, get crafty, play games, get homework help, socialize, and more! Activities are available weekly that all ages will enjoy. It’s a great opportunity for adults to come socialize and enjoy a cup of coffee, too! So stop by, chat with a librarian, and see what the library has to offer you!

Dungeon Explorers

5:00pm–6:30pm
Youth
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Dragons and monsters and dice – OH MY! Dungeon Explorers is a kid-friendly Dungeons and Dragons game with puzzles, monsters, and new friendships! Ages 10-12. All skill levels are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

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

APL Yarners & Needlers

5:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Our creative Yarners & Needlers meet every Tuesday to work on projects of all kinds, including knitting, crocheting, embroidery, tatting, quilting, mending, and more. Bring your projects from home to knit/sew while you socialize! New members are always welcome. Drop in!

Gentle Yoga

9:30am–10:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Join Gayle Carrillo for gentle yoga for all skill levels – now offered every Wednesday morning! Yoga mats are provided, but limited space is available. Drop in!

Anime Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Youth, Teens
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Youth, Teens
Program Type: Teen Clubs

Love anime? Come watch anime, talk about manga, learn about Asian culture, and try a cool snack! Ages 11-18. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Cross Stitch Corner

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Seats Available
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Beginners, experts, and everything in between are welcome to come cross stitch and socialize at the library! Work on the provided kit or bring your own project from home. Register. 

This quarter, we’ll start a Stitch-A-Long for 2026. Basic kits will also be available for beginners.

GED Classes

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education

Our GED classes are offered in partnership with the Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning. Tutor-guided instruction focuses on math, reading, science, and social studies, with all materials provided. The Moonlight Coalition also pays for students to take the GED test when they’re ready! Ages 16+. Drop in!

Finance Committee Meeting

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Monthly Finance Committee Meeting for library staff and board members to discuss our current finances and any large completed, current, or upcoming financial endeavors.

APL Book & Tea Society

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Seats Available
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required

The APL Book & Tea Society is for connoisseurs of cozy mysteries! Enjoy tea and pastries while discussing the monthly book selection. Refreshments change monthly to fit the book. Registration is required. 

Disclaimer(s)

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