About Us
The Algoma Public Library was established in 1878, or at least by some records. Other records state 1898. The date we know for sure is 1921. Our little library, no matter when it started, has been a staple of the community since it opened it's doors.
Through the years the Algoma Public Library has called many places home. Today's location, at 406 Fremont Street, become home on June 2, 1974. The building was once the Door-Kewaunee County Teachers College.
As of January 1988, the library had 20,003 books, 295 videos, 61 film strips, 813 records, 16mm films and 87 art prints.
Today the library is home to 28,612 books, 158,512 E-books, 1,889 audio items (audio-books and music cds), 4,345 DVDs, 173 microfilm reels, and 1,086 pamphlets. This is a big increase fr0m the original 323 books.
Through the years the Algoma Public Library has called many places home. Today's location, at 406 Fremont Street, become home on June 2, 1974. The building was once the Door-Kewaunee County Teachers College.
As of January 1988, the library had 20,003 books, 295 videos, 61 film strips, 813 records, 16mm films and 87 art prints.
Today the library is home to 28,612 books, 158,512 E-books, 1,889 audio items (audio-books and music cds), 4,345 DVDs, 173 microfilm reels, and 1,086 pamphlets. This is a big increase fr0m the original 323 books.
Library Staff
- Cathy Kolbeck, Director
- Katie Haasch, Adult Services & Billing
- Braelyn Dempsey, Young Adult Services & Cataloging
- Diana Vlies, Children's Services
Library Board of Trustees
Board Meetings are at 4:00pm on the Third Monday of the Month
The Algoma Public Library is a municiple library governed by a seven member Board of Trustees. Trustees are appointed by the mayor for a three year term. The Library Board is responsible for hiring a library director, setting library policy and preparing an annual operating budget. The Board meets on the third Monday of every month at 4:00pm at the library. The public is welcome. If you would like to be on the agenda, please call the library at least one week before the scheduled meeting.
The Algoma Public Library is a municiple library governed by a seven member Board of Trustees. Trustees are appointed by the mayor for a three year term. The Library Board is responsible for hiring a library director, setting library policy and preparing an annual operating budget. The Board meets on the third Monday of every month at 4:00pm at the library. The public is welcome. If you would like to be on the agenda, please call the library at least one week before the scheduled meeting.
Board Members
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Executive Committee
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2020 Library Board Meetings
Click Here for Past Board Meetings
Old minutes and agendas can be found on the City of Algoma Webpage or by clicking HERE.
Old minutes and agendas can be found on the City of Algoma Webpage or by clicking HERE.
Friends of the Library
The purpose of the Algoma Library Friends (ALF) support library programming projects, donating prizes, refreshments, treats and craft materials for adult and children's programming. Donations from ALF allow the library to offer services the library budget does not support.
The Algoma Library Friends is an all-volunteer organization, If you would like more information or would like to volunteer to help staff the store, please contact the Library at 920-487-2295.
The Algoma Library Friends is an all-volunteer organization, If you would like more information or would like to volunteer to help staff the store, please contact the Library at 920-487-2295.
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Book Corner hours: Friday - Saturday 11:00am - 3:00pm
Located: 401 Third Street, Algoma, WI Phone: (920) 304-9214 100% of the funds raised by the bookstore will go back to the community. Most to support to the Algoma Public Library and the many programs it offers, including new computers, printers, scholarships, furniture and community events. The store will also provide year-round access to used books for the public. |
Meetings |
The Friends meet on the Second Monday of each month at 10:30 am in the Library. Everyone is welcome.
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Annual Membership Fees
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Executive Board |
President: Sally Peterson (Summer President) - Pat Cichon
Recording Secretary: Brenda Zeitler Corresponding Secretary: Ethel Zimmerman Treasure: Bonnie Moede Book Corner Manager: Sue Hass |
Constitution & By-Laws |
