by Ashley | Dec 13, 2023 | Uncategorized
We want to hear from you! Altoona Public Library would like to expand our collection of unique items into a “Library of Things” – kitchen appliances, musical instruments, technology devices, and more! We’d love to hear your thoughts and your feedback on what...
by Ashley | Dec 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
The Holiday Giving Tree is back! This year we’ve added ornaments for snow pants and coats as well. Donations will support Altoona Compassion Coalition, School District of Altoona Care Closet and Chippewa Valley Street Ministry. Here’s how it works: 1....
by Ashley | Dec 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
Saturday, December 16th 10:30 a.m. Professor Emeritus Ivar Lunde, Jr. will share a Christmas story (Surine Mugga) that his mother read to him as a child growing up in Tønsberg, Norway. Mr. Lunde’s oral retelling of the story is accompanied by a slide show set to...
by Ashley | Dec 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
Celebrate National Cocoa Day Wednesday, December 13th Complimentary hot cocoa @ the Library
by Ashley | Dec 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
Sunday, January 7th 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm Altoona Public Library Community Room Ages 16+ Games must be kept “PG-13” The library is closed on Sundays, but come to the front door (Lynn Avenue) and send a text to the number on the door. Someone will come...
by Ashley | Dec 3, 2023 | Uncategorized
Kids birth – grade 5 who check out books between Nov 13th, 2023 – Jan 6th, 2024 will receive an official cookie club card that staff stamps once a week. In addition to getting their card stamped, participants will receive a paper cookie that they can write...
