> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.albanyscanner.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Albany Today, Aug. 28 - URL: https://www.albanyscanner.com/2026/08/29/newsletters/albany-today-aug-28-2026/ - Published: 2026-08-29T00:00:28.000Z - Updated: 2026-08-29T03:26:47.000Z - Description: Abrams Claghorn in jeopardy. - Author: Editor's desk - Tags: Newsletters, #newsletters For 45 years, the gallery that is now Abrams Claghorn has been a fixture on Solano Avenue, weathering recessions, changing shopping habits and the pandemic. With sales reaching critical lows, owner Robby Abrams told Albany Scanner that the gallery's future is uncertain. [Abrams Claghorn asks Albany to help keep it goingThe gallery is looking for ways to boost sales without losing its community focus.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/icon/alb-scanner-orange-aa963de5-d49b-4544-92d9-00f3a2976eea.png)Albany ScannerAllyson Aleksey![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_2050-f9d7ea5d-f857-4ee0-b093-06df3cb656bb.jpg)](https://www.albanyscanner.com/2026/08/28/community/albany-abrams-claghorn-gallery-asks-for-help/) ## In other news [Friends of the Albany Library](https://friendsalbanycalibrary.com/?ref=albanyscanner.com) is hosting a [pop-up book sale](https://aclibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6a7e1280452bb101b574f9b9?%5Fgl=1%2A19qkuw7%2A%5Fga%2AMTA5MTgxMjUyOC4xNzg3MDg3NTg4%2A%5Fga%5FG99DMMNG39%2AczE3ODc5NTM2MzQkbzIkZzAkdDE3ODc5NTM2MzUkajU5JGwwJGgw%2A%5Fga%5FDJ3QFJ52TT%2AczE3ODc5NTM2MzQkbzIkZzAkdDE3ODc5NTM2MzQkajYwJGwwJGgw&ref=albanyscanner.com) on the front patio (facing Marin) of the Albany Community Center on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The nonprofit will sell books for adults, teens and kids, as well as DVDs, CDs and puzzles – starting at just $1 — with proceeds benefiting library programming and educational events. **Correction:** Major credit cards are accepted for purchases of $3 or more. Otherwise, payment via cash or check with matching ID. --- [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/2026/08/albany-community-foundation-banner-1.jpg)](https://albanycommunity.org/?ref=albanyscanner.com) --- ## In case you missed it [The Culture Circuit, Aug. 27-Sept. 2What to do this week in Albany, Berkeley and around the East Bay.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/icon/alb-scanner-orange-8344171a-a8a3-4475-9db8-c26b072c39d6.png)Albany ScannerAndrew Gilbert![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/thumbnail/1000000148-1-c33d356d-297f-48fe-85f7-cd005088d70b.jpg)](https://www.albanyscanner.com/2026/08/26/arts-culture/culture-circuit-events-guide-aug-26-2026/) [Nominate your favorite shops and spots for Best of AlbanyThe Albany Chamber of Commerce honors resident picks for top restaurants, boutiques and more.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/icon/alb-scanner-orange-5f1021ba-0a23-4298-8b73-ae6387d6deba.png)Albany ScannerAllyson Aleksey![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/thumbnail/pandemic-Five-Tacos-2021-febee453-6a28-428d-a4ad-5725c0349397.jpeg)](https://www.albanyscanner.com/2026/08/27/community/best-of-albany-favorite-local-shops/) [Albany Scanner to launch $10,000 matching campaignHelp us raise $20,000 by Sept. 30, thanks to a new match from a generous local donor.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/icon/alb-scanner-orange-fbf6497b-bf2b-455a-a2af-ab872d04c06d.png)Albany ScannerEditor’s desk![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b5/b0/b5b0b7ec-798c-4cb6-ab42-472b59c05589/content/images/thumbnail/5-_DSC4253-751668bf-1ca6-42d7-a434-04b9305bbfdd.jpg)](https://www.albanyscanner.com/2026/08/26/editors-desk/albany-scanner-10k-matching-campaign/) Share [photos, video and tips](https://www.albanyscanner.com/tips/) with Albany Scanner. **Read [ more stories](https://www.albanyscanner.com/archive/) • Learn [about us](https://www.albanyscanner.com/about/) • 👋 Follow us on [social media](https://www.albanyscanner.com/about/#social-media)** --- *P.S. Did someone forward you this email? Sign yourself up for Albany Today.* [Sign up — it's free!](https://www.albanyscanner.com/albany-scanner-email-signup/) --- 💡 ****Quick link:** [****Access your account**](https://www.albanyscanner.com/#/portal/account) **on our website.**