Stop by the library on Saturday, November 27th from 10 am to 3 pm for a chance to win 1 of 3 prizes and to participate in a scavenger hunt! For each library scavenger hunt form turned in day of, you receive a coupon to the Algoma Book Corner!
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Stop by the library on Friday, November 26th between 10 am and 6 pm to check out our Black Friday Deals! We will have 1/2 off copies and scans, Free coffee (while supplies last), a chance to enter to win 1 of 3 prizes, 1/2 off on Adult fines (Billed or damaged items not eligible) - card holder must be present to be eligible, checkout 5 books get a coupon to the Book Corner for a free book AND free Library Card Replacement OR get your first library card!
Our Doorbusters 10 am - 1 pm are 1/2 off of copies and scans and 1/2 off on Adult Fines. Pick up a grab & go kit with fun and easy crafts for kids to decorate the house with for Thanksgiving. Available Tuesday, November 23rd at Algoma Public Library while supplies last.
Join us on Tuesday, November 23rd at 3 pm, as we watch an animated comedy of quirky animals competing for a singing competition in a fun interactive program! There will be singing, props and so much more! Space is limited.
Tom, the local Turkey, is invited to Thanksgiving dinner, but no one can seem to find him to give him his invitation. Help us track down that TURKEY!
This Digital Escape Room will be available starting Monday, November 22nd at 10 AM on the Algoma Public Library website, on Facebook, and thru email/message request. Geared towards Children and Family. Staff available via email ([email protected]), phone (920-487-2295), or direct message on Facebook or Instagram for tips and hints if you get stuck (except during the Holiday and weekend as they will be spending time with their families). Kids, learn how to write a thank you card, decorate the cards and give them out with this grab & go kit. Available Monday, November 15th at Algoma Public Library while supplies last.
Resuming November 12th at 3:15 PMCome to the Algoma Public Library every two weeks on Friday for our After School Movies. Movies selected will be rated PG-13 or below.
Movies: TBD A snack will be provided. The great thing about Coding is that it doesn’t have to be online or electronic! This kit will give you and your family some activities that will work on logic, critical thinking, problem-solving, patience, fine motor skills and creativity. Kit includes 3 activities and instructions. Some additional supplies are needed. Limit 1 kit per family. *This particular kit is beginner to intermediate level. Kits are available to pick up Wednesday, November 10th.
International Games Week! Stop by and play a game or two at the Library November 8-13th!
Monday (3-4:30 pm)- X-BOX Games Tuesday- Sudoku (take home option) Wednesday (3-4:30 pm)- Switch - Smash Brothers All week - Words with Friends We will have Chess, Connect 4 and other games set out for open play. In early November, the Algoma Public Library is encouraging it's community to Give Thanks to friends, neighbors, public officials, volunteers, teachers, and more. If you would like to Give Thanks, submissions will be taken on our website (www.algomapubliclibrary.org), through email (sent to [email protected]), or in the Library through an anonymous submission jar. From November 15th to the 19th, those wonderful moments of thankfulness will be posted in the Library for the whole community to see. In addition to being at the library, the Local Cable Network will be airing our Give Thanks video during Give Thanks Week! If you would like to take part, please keep in mind not to include your or other people's personal information without their consent. It is very important that as we give thanks, we also respect people's privacy. Sponsored by the Algoma Girl Scouts- You are invited to an outdoor Halloween party Friday, October 29th from 5:00 - 6:00 PM on the Algoma Public Library lawn. Come in costume if you like. Rain location will be at the Algoma Youth Club (enter at the south door.)
Kids- Pick up a mystery grab & go kit to create crazy, spooky Halloween creatures. Available Tuesday, October 26th while supplies last.
Stop by the library to pick up a kit to make a Fall Leaf Book Page Banner for your house. Kit includes string and book pages. All you need is to collect leaves to add to your banner! While supplies last.
The Inktober Art Contest Voting period starts October 25th. Votes can be cast in person at the library or via our website. Submissions must be brought to the library before October 24th to be eligible for the voting and prizes at the end.
We will be painting/ carving pumpkins at the library again this year. *New this year: register for a time slot 11 am, 12 pm and 2 pm. All participants MUST register, no exceptions, while supplies last. Each time slot will have a limited number of pumpkins to help with social distancing. Call to reserve your spot.
Adults, enter to win a prize! Must be at the library day of program to enter to win! Winner contact by end of day. Pumpkins donated from Hillside Orchard in Casco. Stop by the library October 21-23 (or while supplies last) during regular library hours to get a free Science in a Bag STEM Kit courtesy of the Wisconsin Science Festival. Activities are appropriate for ages K-12 and feature science and research happening in the state of Wisconsin.
In addition, visit the science in a Bag portal (link coming soon!) for further instructions and bonus activities related to the Science in a Bag kits! The great thing about Coding is that it doesn’t have to be online or electronic! This kit will give you and your family some activities that will work on logic, critical thinking, problem-solving, patience, fine motor skills and creativity. Kit includes 3 activities and instructions. Some additional supplies are needed. Limit 1 kit per family. *This particular kit is beginner to intermediate level.
Kids- Take one of these kits to make some fun fall themed puppets. Available Tuesday, October 12th while supplies last.
Kids- Try your luck at puzzles. This month's theme: Word Searches on Tuesday, October 5th while supplies last.
It's that time of year again! The Inktober Art Contest is back and asking for local artists of all ages to get their art on. Registration and Submission opens October 4th! Patrons can select an age group (Childrens, Teens, Adults) that they would like to submit to at the time of registration. Patrons will not be able to submit art works if they do not register. Inktober Art Contest Submissions will be accepted from the time of registration till October 22nd. Submissions will not be accepted after October 23rd. Who is the friendliest ghost around? Casper is! And we get to experience watching him on the on the big screen in a fun interactive way! So don't be scared, grab a friend and head on over to the library and watch with us!
Calling all Algoma and Kewaunee Library Patrons! Our libraries are hosting a PENNY WAR to raise money for a local organization - Violence Intervention Project here in Kewaunee County. We are having this fun month-long competition to see which library and it's patrons can raise the most money. The prize? BRAGGING RIGHTS! To participate, stop in your library branch to contribute to our PENNY WAR jar. Ends September 30th!
As a library, we want to continuously give back to our community whether it is having fun in a competition like this or attending programs we have each month for our patrons. Libraries are a place of empowerment. A place where people can come in to utilize our library for our public computers, access media resources, get technology help and so much more. So, if you don't have a library card stop by today to get one! We can't wait to meet you. Kids - learn how to play fun card games and practice your math skills at the same time. Extras will be used as Grab & Go Kits
Join us as we watch an animated comedy of quirky animals competing for a singing competition in a fun interactive program! There will be singing, props and so much more! Space is limited.
Ahh!! Welcome to the world of Minecraft..... the only problem? Don't get stuck. Can you and your friends escape in time? Escape Room is geared for elementary and middle school aged kids. Pre-registration is required - Time slots available: 3:15 and 4:15 pm. Please call or stop by ahead time to reserve your spot!
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Tuesdays at 10:30 AM 1000 Books Before Kindergarten A free program for 0 to 5-year-olds. It encourages parents and caregivers to read 1000 books with children before he or she enters kindergarten. Books & Brews 2nd Thursday at 5:30 pm For more details click on the title. Program Categories
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Digital Escape Rooms(NEW) Lost in the Library
Track Down that Turkey!
No Jaws About It
A Magical, Mythical Mystery (TEEN/ADULT)
Tail Wagger's R Us
Candyland
Digital Download
Halloween's Been Hijacked!
Monster Mash
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