Albert Lea Public Library

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Who says the library is only for books? ☀️🌿Our Outdoor Discovery Kits are packed with everything you need for your next ...
06/03/2026

Who says the library is only for books? ☀️🌿

Our Outdoor Discovery Kits are packed with everything you need for your next adventure. Whether you want to try pickleball, play disc golf, go birdwatching, explore local trails, or set up a croquet match with friends and family.

It’s the perfect way to try something new, spend time outside, and make the most of summer, all with your library card!
https://linkly.link/2jr6C

Due to a scheduled update for our library system, our online catalog and digital services, including the SELCO app, Libb...
06/02/2026

Due to a scheduled update for our library system, our online catalog and digital services, including the SELCO app, Libby, and Hoopla, will be unavailable from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. tonight.

Congratulations to Rhett, Levi, and Maren!👏  They reached their first 100 books of our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten p...
06/02/2026

Congratulations to Rhett, Levi, and Maren!👏 They reached their first 100 books of our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program! Way to go readers!📚

If you have a child that has not started Kindergarten yet and would like to join, stop by the Children's Library to pick up your packet and get started today!

Join us TODAY from 1-3 p.m. at the Edgewater Pavilion to kick off our first StoryWalk® of the summer!  The Albert Lea Pu...
06/01/2026

Join us TODAY from 1-3 p.m. at the Edgewater Pavilion to kick off our first StoryWalk® of the summer!

The Albert Lea Public Library and Albert Lea Recreation are teaming up to bring StoryWalks® to locations around our area this summer to encourage families to spend time together outdoors while engaging with a story.

To see our full schedule, visit the link below!
https://linkly.link/2ji8V

Summer programs begin this week at the Albert Lea Public Library! Join us for Storytime, Science Blast, Art Zone and mor...
05/31/2026

Summer programs begin this week at the Albert Lea Public Library! Join us for Storytime, Science Blast, Art Zone and more! Our summer reading programs for all ages begin on Monday, June 1. Stop by the library or head to our website for more information and to sign up.

Full details about all our programs can be found on our online calendar: https://alplonline.org/events-calendar/

05/29/2026

Can you guess the book from these emojis?
🤖🌱❤

Drop your guess below ⬇️

Hint: this story follows an unexpected hero learning how to survive in the wild… and maybe finding a little family along the way.

05/28/2026

A new mural in the Children's Library means our summer programs are almost here! ☀️

From crafts and performers to reading challenges and activities for all ages, there’s something for everyone at the library this summer!

Some events have limited space, so be sure to register early before spots fill up. Check out our calendar for more information!
https://alplonline.org/events-calendar/

05/27/2026

📚☀️ Unearth a Story with us this summer!

Our Summer Reading Programs for kids, teens, and adults begin June 1 and there’s something for every reader to enjoy!

Kids & Teens: earn a prize for every 120 minutes read, up to 3 prizes total.

Adults: Read 5 books to earn a prize and an entry into our grand prize drawing! Keep reading to earn additional grand prize entries for every 5 books completed.

The last day to record minutes and qualify for prizes is August 16. Let’s make this a summer full of stories! 📖✨

For more information and details on how to register, visit our website:
Kids:
https://alplonline.org/summer-reading-program-2026/
Teens:
https://alplonline.org/teen-summer-reading-2026/
Adults:
https://alplonline.org/adult-services/programs-and-events/

Romance or mystery… which one are you reaching for?📚Are you here for the slow burn, the tension, the “just kiss already”...
05/26/2026

Romance or mystery… which one are you reaching for?📚

Are you here for the slow burn, the tension, the “just kiss already” moments 💘
OR
Do you want twists, red herrings, and staying up way too late saying “just one more chapter” 🔍

Vote below!
❤️ = Romance
🕵️ = Mystery

The library may close for the day… but Libby and Hoopla never do!Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, com...
05/25/2026

The library may close for the day… but Libby and Hoopla never do!

Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, comics, and more anytime, anywhere with your library card. Whether it’s a late-night reading binge or an audiobook for your morning commute, your digital library is always open. 📱🎧

Download Libby and Hoopla today and take the library wherever you go!

Libby:
https://linkly.link/2jUmX

Hoopla:
https://linkly.link/2jUmO

Need help getting started? Stop by the library or give us a call when we're back open tomorrow!

Address

211 E Clark Street
Albert Lea, MN
56007

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 1pm - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

(507) 377-4350

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