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Inktober Art Contest

10/31/2022

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Submissions accepted:
Monday, October 3rd to Friday, October 21st

Voting Period:
Monday, October 24th to Saturday, October 29th

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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. Registrations and Submissions will be accepted starting October 3rd! Patrons can select an age group (Children's, Teens, Adults) that they would like to submit to at the time of registration.

Rules and guidelines can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.

Inktober Art Contest Submissions will be accepted from the time of registration till October 21st.

The voting period will be the last full week of October (24th to 29th).

Winners of each age category will win a gift card.
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Click here to view the rules and entry form.

Or download the entry form below: 

inktober_entry_form.pdf
File Size: 226 kb
File Type: pdf
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Halloween Photo Op

10/31/2022

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Monday, October 31st starting at 1 PM

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It's Halloween Day! You've put so much work into your costumes, stop by the library to take a photo with our Halloween Backdrop and props to document the day. Our photo opportunity will be up from 1 PM to close. Pick up a treat while you're here. ​
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Halloween Party

10/27/2022

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From 5:00-6:00 pm the Algoma Public Library is hosting our annual Halloween Party on Thursday, October 27th. We will have a photo op area, games, crafts and more. Come dressed up in your favorite Halloween Costume! Thanks to the Girl Scouts for partnering with us for this event!
​From 5:00-6:00 pm the Algoma Public Library is hosting our annual Halloween Party on Thursday, October 27th. We will have a photo op area, games, crafts and more. Come dressed up in your favorite Halloween Costume! Thanks to the Girl Scouts for partnering with us for this event!
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Adult Creative Writing

10/25/2022

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Tuesday, October 25th at 3 PM

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Meeting on the fourth Tuesday of every month from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, join Braelyn for Adult Creative Writing.

We will have writing prompts and activities for those looking for inspiration. The first hour will be used for brainstorming and writing, the time left will be for sharing our pieces (for those that would like to).

​All materials will be provided by the Library (paper, pens, pencils). Sharing of new or old pieces is encouraged, but not required.
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Pumpkin Carving or Painting

10/21/2022

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We will be painting/ carving pumpkins at the library again this year. Register for a time slot for one of the following: 11 am, 12 pm or 2 pm on Friday, October 21st.  All participants MUST register, no exceptions, while supplies last. Each time slot will have a limited number of pumpkins to help with spacing. Call to reserve your spot. 

Pumpkins donated from Hillside Apples in Casco. ​
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Page-turners Book Club

10/20/2022

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(Adjusted) Thursday, October 20th at 4 PM

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Are you interested in reading more Young Adult or New Adult titles? Try our new "Page-turners Book Club".

Join Braelyn on the last Thursday of the month at 4 PM to discuss this book clubs latest read from the Young Adult or New Adult genre.

The book for this session is

"Skin of the Sea" 
by Natasha Bowen

This book club is geared towards high schoolers and older. 

NOTE: This program has been shifted up a week. Instead of being held on the last Thursday of October, it will be held on October 20th so it does not conflict with our Halloween Party. 
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What's Brewing?

10/20/2022

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​If you love a good cup of coffee in the morning and conversation join us on Thursday, October 20th at 10:30 am. 
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Bookworms Book Club

10/18/2022

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We are discussing Frankenstein by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley on Tuesday, October 18th at 1 pm. Books can be put on hold on infosoup  or by stopping in the library to place a hold with one of our friendly librarians. This book has large print, regular print and ebook editions available on Libby.
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Halloween Crafts Grab & Go Kit

10/17/2022

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Kids, create some fun Halloween decorations, costumes, and/or creations with items in this kit. Available Monday, October 17th  while supplies last.
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Lego Club

10/13/2022

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Come join us as we build fun Lego creations. We will meet next on Thursday, October 13th at the Library from 3 to 4 PM.
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Lunch & A Movie

10/12/2022

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​Wed. Oct. 12th at 12 pm It’s Halloween Spooky season! With that in mind we have a favorite of Librarian Katie's for you, "Practical Magic" starring Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman, Aidan Quinn, Stockard Channing, Dianne Wiest. This 1998 film is a romantic tale of two sisters who discover the gift of practical magic. Movie run time 108 minutes Rated PG-13.
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Using Your iPad for Art

10/11/2022

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Tuesday, October 14th at 4 PM

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(This program was previously scheduled to be held on October 14th, but has changed due to scheduling conflicts. We apologize for the inconvenience.)

There are different ways to create something beautiful: oil paint, welding, crochet, papercraft, scrapbooking, etc... One way is to use devices like electronic tablets to let your creativity soar.

Join Braelyn, our Young Adult Librarian, on Tuesday, October 11th at 4 pm at the Algoma Public Library as she shows different applications that you can use to make digital art and features within those applications.

Disclaimers: Braelyn is not a professional artist. Applications and features will vary from device to device. This program will be focused on iPads and their users.
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Halloween Mocktail Kits

10/10/2022

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​Stop by and pick up a kit designed for Adults, inspired by Halloween and all are non-alcoholic drinks on Monday, October 10th! Kit includes 2-3 recipes and some ingredients. Participant is responsible for purchasing the rest of the ingredients.
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After School Movie

10/7/2022

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Friday, October 7th at 3 PM

Come to the Algoma Public Library every two weeks on Friday at 3:00 PM for our After School Movie.
Movies selected will be rated PG-13 or younger.

Today's Movie is:

Movie: Adventures of Rufus: The Fantastic Pet
Rating: PG
Runtime: 1 HR 23 MIN
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Make Your Own Franken-Toy

10/5/2022

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Wednesday, October 5th at 3 PM

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​Most of us are familiar of the Frankenstein Monster: a creature made out of pieces of other things all put together. Come to the library on Wednesday, October 5th at 3 PM to make your own Franken-toy (a toy of your own made out of pieces of different toys put together).
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    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.
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