Blog Archives - Algoma Public Library

Create A Gumball Ornament

12/21/2023

Thursday, December 21st at 3 PM

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Create an ornament that looks like a gumball machine! All materials will be provided. While supplies last.

Making Memories Kit

12/20/2023

Available starting Wednesday, December 20th
at 10 AM

The holidays often fly by so fast that, before you know it, it's already the New Year. On Wednesday, December 20th starting at 10 AM, patrons are welcome to stop by the library to pick up one of our "Making Memories Kit".

This kit will include games and activities to help you and your family make memories that will last a lifetime.

Supplies are limited.
Kits will be given out on a first come, first served basis.
1 kit per family.

Address Unknown Escape Room

12/20/2023

Oh no! Santa has relocated! Although we are happy for Santa on his well-deserved vacation. He left a big MESS of letters being returned to everyone. You can save the day and get the letters to him, but his new address is locked away in the Head Elf's office. Can you find Santa and save Christmas for the children of the world?

Escape Room will run at 3 pm and 3:45 pm on Wednesday, December 20th. Sign up recommended.

Storytime

12/19/2023

Tuesday, December 19th at 10:10 AM

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This special story time is for babies, toddlers and preschool age children. Older siblings are always welcome. Storytime is a chance to share books and songs with your little ones. It's a great opportunity for littles to learn a great deal about language before they ever say a word. That's why it is so important to read to your young children.

Bookworms Book Club

12/19/2023

Join us on Tuesday, December 19th at 1 pm. We are reading "The Bear and the Nightingale" by Katherine Arden. Books are available in regular print, large print, and on Libby (eBook and eAudiobook). You can also put a copy on hold on infosoup.

Open Quilting Lab

12/16/2023

Come bring your current project, machine and supplies to sew for a couple hours with friends on Saturday, December 16th from 10 am to 2 pm. Experienced quilter available for questions.

Teen Teaching Technology

12/15/2023

Friday, December 15th at the Wellness Center located at the Algoma High School starting at 9 AM

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Join Algoma High School students at the Wellness Center on Friday, December 15th at 9 AM for our Teen Teaching Technology program. Students will be here to assist you with your technology questions. Please bring your smartphones, tablets, and technology questions!

After School Movie

12/15/2023

Friday, December 15th at 3 PM

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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: ELF
Rating: PG
Runtime: 1HR 37 MIN

Our After School Movie program is geared towards children and tweens along with their caregivers. We ask that adults with no children refrain from attending.

Lego Club

12/14/2023

Thursday, December 14th at 3 PM

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Create a holiday scene that will put Clark Griswold's to shame! Build a house and add holiday decorations.

Books & Brews Book Club

12/14/2023

Join us to discuss your latest reads. We will be meeting at Steele Street Trading Company (304 Steele St. Algoma, WI) from 5:30-6:30 pm on Thursday, December 14th. For information on how to participate, please email the library ([email protected].) Zoom option available during the winter months please email for the login information.

Storytime

12/12/2023

Tuesday, December 12th at 10:10 AM

This special story time is for babies, toddlers and preschool age children. Older siblings are always welcome. Storytime is a chance to share books and songs with your little ones. It's a great opportunity for littles to learn a great deal about language before they ever say a word. That's why it is so important to read to your young children.

DIY Painted Ornaments

12/12/2023

Tuesday, December 12th at 3 PM

Library patrons of all ages are welcome to join us at the Algoma Public Library on Tuesday, December 12th between 3 and 4 PM to create your own painted ornaments.

All supplies will be provided by the Library.

Holiday Gnome Ornaments

12/11/2023

Come make a cute Holiday Gnome using corks or yarn with us on Monday, December 11th between 1 and 3:30 pm. Supplies provided.

Happy Accidents with Abbey

12/9/2023

Come paint a Bumble Bee Cat picture with Abbey, a local artist on Saturday, December 9th at 10:30 am. We will be using acrylic paints for our Bumblebee Cats masterpiece step by step. Supplies included (acrylic paints, 8 x 10 canvas, and paintbrushes). Sign up strongly recommended for adults as space is limited.

Miniature Book Making

12/8/2023

Friday, December 8th at 3 PM

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Join us at the Algoma Public Library between 3 PM and 4:30 PM on Friday, December 8th to make your own miniature books! We will have different options for book covers and supplies.

This program is open to all ages. Young children are encouraged to be accompanied by older family members.

Holiday STEM Challenge

12/7/2023

Love Mazes? Love Candy Canes? With a partner, create a candy cane maze that will challenge other teams!
30 minutes will be given to design a maze with candy canes. Teams will then exchange mazes to move marbles through. Can your team create a challenging maze? Planning ahead will help with the time factor!

Teen Teaching Technology

12/6/2023

Wednesday, December 6th at the Wellness Center located at the Algoma High School starting at 9 AM

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Join Algoma High School students at the Wellness Center on Wednesday, December 6th at 9 AM for our Teen Teaching Technology program. Students will be here to assist you with your technology questions. Please bring your smartphones, tablets, and technology questions!

Lunch & A Movie

12/6/2023

Join us for a showing of Miracle on 34th Street (1994) on Wednesday, December 6th at 12 pm. A lawyer and a little girl must prove that a man claiming to be Santa Claus is the real thing. Rated PG running time 114 minutes. Starring Mara Wilson, Richard Attenborough, Elizabeth Perkins, Dylan McDermott, Robert Prosky. Bring your lunch along, no food provided.

Storytime

12/5/2023

Tuesday, December 5th at 10:10 AM

This special story time is for babies, toddlers and preschool age children. Older siblings are always welcome. Storytime is a chance to share books and songs with your little ones. It's a great opportunity for littles to learn a great deal about language before they ever say a word. That's why it is so important to read to your young children

Outsmart Your Smartphone

12/2/2023

Learn the basic steps of how to use a smartphone, including how to make calls, send messages, take photos, and use apps. For both iPhones and Android phones. Bring your smartphone and Google or Apple account login info with you for hands-on practice. No tech experience needed. Registration recommended. Sign up by calling Bug Tussel University: 920-940-0003.

After School Movie

12/1/2023

Friday, December 1st at 3 PM

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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: Frozen
Rating: PG
Runtime: 1HR 48 MIN

Our After School Movie program is geared towards children and tweens along with their caregivers. We ask that adults with no children refrain from attending.

We Would Love to Have You Visit Soon!

Hours:

Monday: 10am-7pm
Tuesday: 10am-7pm
Wednesday: 10am-7pm
Thursday: 10am-7pm
Friday: 10am-6pm
Saturday: 10am-3pm

406 Fremont Street
Algoma, WI 54201
(Parking off of 4th Street)
(920) 487-2295
[email protected]