Blog Archives - Algoma Public Library

Small Business Saturday

11/30/2019

Saturday, November 30th

This Nov 30 is Small Business Saturday, and we're excited to celebrate with the whole community. Stop by the library & complete a scavenger hunt, enter to win prizes, and enjoy some hot coffee. Also, patrons who bring in a receipt from a local small business dated from the week of Small Business Saturday can have their overdue library fines forgiven.
*Does not apply for lost/damaged items.

After School Movie

11/29/2019

Friday, November 29th at 3:15 PM at the Algoma Public Library.

The Lion King (2019)
Rated: PG
Snacks provided

Black Friday Deals

11/29/2019

Black Friday Deals Friday, November 29

FOR ONE DAY ONLY!! We'll have Doorbusters Deals: 10 AM - 1 PM, Reduced Prices on Printing AND 50% off Overdue Fines! We'll also have All Day Deals, Free Coffee and Door Prizes!

November 25th, 2019

11/25/2019

Mondays - Dec. 2nd, 9th and 16th 1-3 pm
Looking for some guidance on your resume? We can help! Susan, a library volunteer is a nationally certified Career Counselor and Distance Career Coach.

Office hours are in half hour increments and require sign up. Please call (920-487-2295) or email us (alg@algomapubliclibrary.org to sign up.

Thanksgiving Turkey Dilemma Escape Room

11/22/2019

Turkey

Friday, Nov 22nd from 1-6 pm

Oh no! Who has Grandma's secret pumpkin pie and turkey recipe?! We can't have Thanksgiving dinner without them!! This is a huge travesty that needs to be fixed pronto. Everybody in the family and all of our friends need to pitch in and help us search grandma's dinning room and kitchen to find those recipes! Can we do it in time to have dinner? Or will our Thanksgiving dinner be ruined this year?

*You may be with individuals you do NOT know or they may be younger than you. If you wish to be in your own group you must have at least 5-8 people sign up with you.

Escape Rooms run on the hour starting at 1 pm and each room has a time limit of 45 minutes. Times to choose from are 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 pm. Registration recommended.

*New room time added - 5 pm time slot!

Bookworms Book Club

11/20/2019

Book Cover Picture

Tuesday, December 17th @ 5 pm

A book club that covers a little a bit of every genre from Young Adult to Non-fiction to Fiction to Historical Fiction. We meet every 3rd Tuesday of the Month. Come join us as we discuss our current read, Home for Erring and Outcast Girls by Julie Kibler.

Bookworm Book Club

11/19/2019

That Churchill Woman: A Novel

November's book is That Churchill Woman by Stephanie Barron. This book will be discussed on Tuesday, November 19th at 5 pm.

How to WOW! Resumes

11/16/2019

Saturday, Nov. 16th @ 11 am
Have you ever felt that the resumes you have submitted online are sitting in an Internet Black Hole somewhere? Don’t know what to do about it? If so, you are not alone. In fact, many of the people who have turned to me for help with their resumes have admitted to this frustration. When so much is riding on the success of your resume gaining attention and follow-up by hiring managers and hiring recruiters, knowing how to optimize your resume is critical.

While there is no guarantee that any one formula will transform your resume into an interview-generating powerhouse, there is one thing for sure: if your current resume is not resulting in callbacks and interviews, then it could stand improvement.

So, is it time for your own personal resume makeover? To get the results you really want from your resume (a job interview), start with a bit of learning. Join my one-hour presentation on How-to-WOW! Resumes.

Books & Brews Book Club

11/14/2019

Thursday, Nov. 14th @ 5:30 pm at Steele Street Hops
A laid back book club geared on book themes, meaning participants may not have the same book. One of Algoma's local brew spots has graciously partnered with the library. So join us to discuss books, grab a brew (or some wine) and chat with us. Our current theme is "Mysteries, Suspense and Thrillers!”

Pony Bead Indian Corn Craft

11/13/2019

Wednesday, Nov 13 @ 3:15pm-4:15pm

Drop in to make an Indian Corn Craft. They’re really easy to put together and are the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving decor.

Afternoon Matinee

11/13/2019

Movie poster for The Public

Wednesday, Nov 13th @ 1 pm
The Public (2018) A Cincinnati librarian helps a group of homeless people take refuge at the free public library in order to survive a brutal winter night. Rated PG-13. Starring Alec Baldwin, Emilio Estevez, Jena Malone, Taylor Schilling, Christian Slater.

Scarecrow Glass Craft

11/12/2019

Tuesday, Nov 12th 5:30-6:30 pm Come create your very own scarecrow center piece out of a wine bottle. While supplies last. Sign up REQUIRED due to limited supplies! Sign up at the circulation desk by stopping in or calling.

Peppa the Pig Book Art

11/8/2019

Peppa the Pig

Friday, Nov. 8th from 4:30-6:30 pm
Let's Celebrate Peppa the Pig's 15th birthday by making book art and hear a couple stories about her and her friends. Space is limited to 20 individuals - this program requires an adult to be able to assist their child (10 and under) in the book art. Open to Kids and Adults (Family program).

Mystery Book Club

11/7/2019

The Glass Forest

November's book is The Glass Forest by Cythnia Swanson. We will be meeting will be on Thursday, November 7th at 5 pm!

Maker Wednesday

11/6/2019

Wednesday, Nov 6 @ 3pm-4pm

Join us for an afternoon of creative, hands-on fun in our pop-up makerspace! We’ll feature art, tinkering, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities. Join us on the first Wednesday of the month for a different activity! This program is aimed at patrons ages 9 and up.

Super Mario Tournament

11/5/2019

Lugi and Mario

Tuesday, Nov 5th 3:15-5 pm

Come play Super Mario with Braelyn and Katie on the library's Switch. We will be playing Tournament style for bragging rights as the Ultimate Super Mario Champ at the Library.

Family Literacy Month

11/4/2019

Tic Tac Toe Activity November 4th - December 2nd

In honor of Family Literacy Month, Algoma Public Library is sponsoring a Tic Tac Toe activity each week in the month of November. Families can pick up a Tic Tac Toe sheet at the front desk to complete and redeem a free book from the Book Corner. Families that complete all 4 weeks will be eligible to be entered in a drawing to win a free book package.

Yarn Exchange

11/2/2019

Saturday, Nov 2nd 11:30-2 pm
We will be doing another Yarn Exchange. We will be accepting yarn October 7th -31st.

Stop in and pick up some "new" yarn for your creations. It's free and open to all!

Questions? Please call 920-487-2295 or email alg@algomapubliclibrary.org and ask for Katie.

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Internet Hour is held Every Tuesday from 11 am- 12 pm for those with simple questions about email, browsing the internet, Overdrive and more!

Baby & Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays at 10:00 AM.

Preschool Story Hour
Fridays at 10:00 AM.

Maker Wednesday
1st Wednesday at 3:00 PM

Lego Club
2nd & 4th Wednesday from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Teen Advisory Group
The first Monday of every month at 4:00 pm, Teens in grades 6th - 12th grade, discuss program planning, activities that can be done at the library, and items to purchase for the Young Adult Area.

Teen After School Games
On the second and fourth Monday at 3:30 pm, we will have board games, card games, and, once in a while, video games. All games will be provided by the Library.

Teen Creative Writing Workshop
Every first and third Thursday from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM.