The Albert Lea Public Library serves the City of Albert Lea, Minnesota and surrounding communities, and is a member of Southeastern Libraries Cooperating, the SE Minnesota library region.Southeastern Libraries Cooperating (SELCO) Renovated in 2007, the library features a state of the art computer lab and 20 public access computers. Wi-Fi service is also available to patrons and guests.
The Children's Library features programs for infants and adolescents: Story Time, Nighttime Story Time and L.A.F. (Library Afternoon Fun).
Adult programming includes basic computer classes, one-on-one computer instruction, a Nonfiction Bookclub, a fiction book club, the "Fountain Lake Readers." and presentations by authors.
Art donated from local artists is on display throughout the entire library. A mural by artist Chandler Anderson is featured in the Children's Library.
The Albert Lea Public Library has been housed in the City Center building since 1968. A free public library has existed in the City of Albert Lea since 1899.
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External links GoogleMap to Library Albert Lea Public Library Online Catalog Classics On-the-Go - ALPL's Podcast of Classic Children's Stories ALPL Blog Albert Lea Public Library Facebook page