Altoona Area Public Library

Altoona Area Public Library For over 90 years, the Altoona Area Public Library has been serving our community.

The Altoona Area Public Library provides library services to the residents of the Altoona Area School District in order to meet their educational, informational, and recreational needs. In addition the library is the District Library Center for libraries in Blair, Bedford and Huntingdon Counties. In that capacity it provides interlibrary loan, reference, public relations and advisory services for the benefit of all residents of the three county area.

Shelf Indulgence Book Club June 27th, 10am - 11amJoin us for the AAPL adult book club! This is a BYOM (bring your own mu...
06/23/2026

Shelf Indulgence Book Club
June 27th, 10am - 11am

Join us for the AAPL adult book club! This is a BYOM (bring your own mug) and there will be a choice of coffee or tea. This book club will take place once a month on Saturdays.

The book for June is Three Days In June by Anne Tyler.

Register by calling 946-0417 ext 125 or sign up online at https://forms.gle/JpcZHhEBS71T1PMe8

Teens are invited to UNEARTH A STORY at these free summer quest programs. This week, teens ages 12-18 can join us for Po...
06/22/2026

Teens are invited to UNEARTH A STORY at these free summer quest programs.

This week, teens ages 12-18 can join us for Pokemon TCG on Wednesday, June 24th, from 3pm - 4pm.

Sponsored by Benzel's.

Board Games of the Ancient WorldTuesday, June 23rd at 6pmFree Adult Program Are you a fan of tabletop games? Then join ...
06/22/2026

Board Games of the Ancient World
Tuesday, June 23rd at 6pm
Free Adult Program

Are you a fan of tabletop games? Then join us here at the AAPL for a night of ancient fun. From Egyptian Senet to the Royal Game of Ur, learn the beginnings of board game history by playing! Strategy, skill, and a little luck will take you to the top!

This is a free program for our adult patrons.

Register by calling 946-0417 ext 125 or sign up online at https://forms.gle/Y8rd6T1ExVGLRwtL7

The library is closed on Friday, June 19th.
06/18/2026

The library is closed on Friday, June 19th.

The Friends of the Library will be hosting their monthly book club on June 20th at 10am in the library. The book for the...
06/18/2026

The Friends of the Library will be hosting their monthly book club on June 20th at 10am in the library. The book for the month is "We'll Prescribe You a Cat" by Syou Ishida. RSVP by email to [email protected].

If you are not yet a Friends member, forms can be found on the library website. Memberships are $10/year

MESSES THROUGH THE AGESAges 3 & UnderFridays, Starting June 26th, 10am - 11amReady to make a mess that will stand the te...
06/18/2026

MESSES THROUGH THE AGES
Ages 3 & Under
Fridays, Starting June 26th, 10am - 11am

Ready to make a mess that will stand the test of time? Our littlest patrons are invited to explore history with some messy, hands-on sensory play.

A change of clothes is suggested. Weather permitting, this program
will be held outdoors.

Register by calling 946-0417 ext 123 or sign up online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FhhS8Uvj0uAkDqjpipsJv8Scpzy_ZGgTBKGzISDs--w/preview

Sponsored by Benzel's

Iron, Steam, and a Forgotten Legacy: Blair County During the Civil WarJune 18th, 6pm-7pm, Altoona Area Public Library Th...
06/17/2026

Iron, Steam, and a Forgotten Legacy:
Blair County During the Civil War
June 18th, 6pm-7pm, Altoona Area Public Library Theater

Dive into the story of Blair County during the time of the Civil War and explore the individuals and events that played a role in the war. Guests will leave with a new appreciation for just how active and important Blair County was during our nation's most pivotal conflict. Our area's industry, dynamic personalities, and little-known events from the time of the Civil War will all be explored.

Program presented by Dustin Smith, Executive Director of Baker Mansion History Museum and Blair County Historical Society, a Blair County native who lives and breathes history at every level.

No registration required.

The Friends of the Library are holding a Game Night on June 18th from 6pm - 7:30pm in the Library Board Room. No registr...
06/16/2026

The Friends of the Library are holding a Game Night on June 18th from 6pm - 7:30pm in the Library Board Room. No registration is required. This is a free event. Ages 12+

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the Anonymous Fund at the Central Pennsylvania Community Foundation for...
06/16/2026

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the Anonymous Fund at the Central Pennsylvania Community Foundation for their generous support.

Thanks to their grant, the library is able to expand our collection of large print materials, making reading more accessible and enjoyable for our patrons with visual impairments and those who benefit from larger text.

The funding also helps to support our Home Delivery Service, ensuring that patrons who are unable to visit the library can still continue to enjoy books, audiobooks and other library resources from the comfort of their homes.

Thank you to the CPCF Anonymous Fund for helping us connect more people with the joys of reading!

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1600 5th Avenue
Altoona, PA
16602

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 8pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

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