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New: Upper Hudson Library System and its member libraries, in partnership with the New York State Writers' Institute and WMHT, presents The Big Read, a cooperative project celebrating Edith Wharton and her classic novel The Age of Innocence. Modeled on successful “city read” programs, the Big Read is meant to address the national decline in literary reading. Join us for book discussions, music, films, lectures and even children's programming as we celebrate this American classic!

Kids Cookin' By the Book
This grant project brings together food, families, libraries and literacy to
spark kids' interest in reading, math and science through cooking. Terrific
kids, vital libraries, and energetic school partners are the main
ingredients. Check out our kids cooking television show pictures!

Training page for UHLS staff (intranet password required)


The Upper Hudson Library System (UHLS) is a cooperative association of twenty-nine autonomous public libraries working together to improve library service for the residents of Albany and Rensselaer Counties. UHLS is one of twenty-three public library systems in New York State.

UHLS was founded in 1960 and is now a not-for-profit, educational corporation chartered in 1989 by the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York. The primary source of income is aid from New York State, allocated by Education Law.

UHLS coordinates programs and activities to assist and complement the resources and efforts of its member libraries. It offers a variety of consultant services, works to improve library and information services through a unified automation system, operates a daily delivery service, and provides outreach services to underserved populations.

For more information about UHLS, please see our Plan of Service (PDF file).

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Philip Ritter, Executive Director
28 Essex Street
Albany, New York 12206-2027
Phone: 518/437-9880, Fax: 518/437-9884