2024 Ongoings
Please check out our event page for a complete list of upcoming events!
Local Grant Recipient
The Albion Area Public Library recently received a generous grant from the Rees Foundation! So far, we were able to purchase a new activity rug for the downstairs Children’s Library and an outdoor book return bin on the rear entrance ramp. Both purchases will allow us to better serve our library patrons! Thank you, Elizabeth Rees, for your generous donation!
StoryWalk
We are working with several departments at the Northwestern High school to continue our StoryWalk on the nature trail. Our StoryWalk is an ongoing (year-round) activity that the Northwestern High School and Albion Area Public Library are working on together.
SEED LIBRARY
Come check out our new Seed Library!
What is a seed library? It is a collection of seeds (vegetable, herb, and flower) that patrons are able to borrow in order to plant and grow at home. At the end of the growing season, a portion of the seeds are then returned to the library’s collection.
Why a seed library?
-helps reintroduce patrons to the art of growing food.
-combats hunger insecurity and biodiversity loss.
-encourages experimentation
-a low risk opportunity to try something new
To learn more, please visit: Garden Talk Archives – Gardening Help from ECPL – LibGuides at Erie County Public Library
UPCOMING BOOK SALES
**Due to upcoming construction, we can no longer accept donations**
Saturday, September 14th from 9am-1pm
UNDER CONSTRUCTION:
The Albion Library Board of Trustees and the Albion Borough Council are working hand-in-hand to repair and improve the library building. For these construction projects, the library has received the following grants:
2021– Erie Community Foundation’s ‘Helping Today’ Grant
– Erie County Gaming and Revenue’s ‘Anchor Building Grant’
2022– Keystone Grant for Public Libraries
2023– LSA Statewide Program Grant through the Department of Community and Economic Development
2024 ALA LTC Accessible Small and Rural Communities Grant
The library staff will host a public conversation with residents and local leaders about accessibility in our community and use the grant funds to extend the basement restroom to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act regulations. If you are interested in getting involved or taking part in the conversation, please contact Erin Tate at director@albionarealibrary.org
****THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!!!****
