Thursday, October 26th, 2023 at 4 PM "" Are you interested in reading more Young Adult or New Adult titles? 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: "How I Live Now" by Meg Rosoff This book club is geared towards high schoolers and older.  "" CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!
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Tuesday, October 24th, 2023 at 3 PM 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.
 Join us to discuss your latest reads. We will be meeting at Off the Hook Bar-n-Grill (205 Navarino St, Algoma) on Thursday, October 19th at 5:30 pm. For information on how to participate, please email the library (alg@algomapubliclibrary.org.)
 We will be painting/ carving pumpkins at the library again this year on Thursday, October 18th from 3-5 pm. Register for a time slot 3 pm and 4 pm. 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.  Are you There God, It's Me Margaret (2022) A plucky eleven-year-old named Margaret finds her life on the cusp of change as her family uproots from the heart of the city to a quiet suburban neighborhood. Margaret must then navigate the ups and downs of adolescence, including new friends, new feelings, and, ultimately, a new sense of self. Based on the novel of the same name by Judy Blume. Bring your own Lunch on Wednesday, October 18th at 12 pm.
 This month we are reading A Fever in the Heartland by Timothy Egan. Our discussion is on Tuesday, October 17th at 1 pm. This book is available on Libby as an eBook and eAudiobook. You can place a copy of this title on hold from Infosoup as a book.
 Come bring your current project, machine and supplies to sew for a couple hours with friends on Saturday, October 14th from 10 am to 2 pm. Experienced quilter available for questions.
 In honor of National Dictionary Day on Monday, October 16th we are going to be making our own dictionary magnets today, Friday, October 13th from 2-4 pm.
 Learn how to stay safe while shopping online with Bug Tussel on Saturday, October 7th at 10:30 am. You’ll learn the basics of how to shop online and get top tips for how to keep your information and finances secure. You’ll also learn what to watch out for online shopping scams. Moderate tech experience expected. Training provided by Bug Tussel.
Starting Monday, October 2nd, 2023 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 2nd! 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 20th. The voting period will be the last full week of October (23rd to 28th).  September is almost over and hopefully you got in your Elemental by getting a new library card or renewing your card. To celebrate, we are watching the new movie Elemental (2023) on Saturday, September 30th at 11 am. Elemental is set in Element City, where fire-, water-, land- and air residents live together. The story introduces Ember, a tough, quick-witted and fiery young woman, whose friendship with a fun, sappy, go-with-the-flow guy named Wade challenges her beliefs about the world they live in.
Rated PG with a run time of 101 minutes. Thursday, September 28th at 4 PM Are you interested in reading more Young Adult or New Adult titles? 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: "Tuck Everlasting" by Natalie Babbitt This book club is geared towards high schoolers and older.  "" CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!Tuesday, September 26th at 3 PM 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.
 How well do you know popular book covers? Test your luck in our fun BOOK BINGO on Monday, September 25th at 3pm! Books will be chosen from children's picture books, popular children's fiction books and adult fiction novels. Open to ages 9 and up.
Wednesday, September 20th at 4 PM "" Have you heard about or seen Bullet Journals, but aren't sure what you would want or how to assemble them? The Algoma Public Library invites you to stop by on Wednesday, September 20th at 4 PM to assemble a beginners Bullet Journal. All supplies provided.
 Join us on Tuesday, September 19th at 1 pm. We are reading "At the Edge of the Orchard" by Tracy Chevalier. Books are available in regular print, large print and on Libby (ebook and eaudiobook). You can also put a copy on hold on infosoup.
 Come bring your current project, machine and supplies to sew for a couple hours with friends on Thursday, September 16th from 10 am to 2 pm. Experienced quilter available for questions.
 Join us on Thursday, September 14th at 5:30 pm to discuss your latest reads. We will be meeting at Von Stiehl Cider Bar (105A Navarino St, Algoma). For information on how to participate, please email the library (alg@algomapubliclibrary.org.)
 Introducing our new Oculus Quest 2 (Virtual Reality) gaming device. Would you like to come and try out Virtual Reality for free? We are so excited to add this new gaming device to our library programming. Stop by and try it out Tuesday, September 12th between 1:15-5 pm.
To give everyone a chance to play time slots on the Oculus will be limited to 20 minutes per person.  Learn the basic steps of how to use a computer, including how to use a mouse and keyboard and the basic parts of a computer. Have a laptop? Bring it with you for hands-on practice. No tech experience needed.Training provided by Bug Tussel.
 What happens when a divorced couple teams up and travels to Bali to stop their daughter from making the same mistake they think they made 25 years ago? Find out on Wednesday, September 6th at 12 pm with Ticket to Paradise (2022) as George Clooney and Julia Roberts teaming up again for a great Rom-Com. You'll laugh and enjoy the antics of this divorced couple as they learn that their mistakes are not their daughters. Movie run time 1 hr 44 mins. Rated PG-13.
...our Library of Things! "" The Algoma Public Library has been working hard to bring new items and services to our local community. Thanks to grant funding, and a lot of hard work, we are proud to present the beginning of our very own Library of Things! But, what is a "Library of Things"? Our library strives to provide quality materials and services which fulfill educational, informational, cultural, and recreational needs of the entire community. Our new Library of Things is a collection of non-traditional library items that complement that mission. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE! Come bring your current project, machine and supplies to sew for a couple hours with friends on Saturday, August 26th from 10 am to 2pm . Experienced quilter available for questions.
 Donations accepted August 1st to 22nd. Children need the proper tools to achieve success in school. Often these tools are as simple as paper, pencils or crayons. The Algoma Public Library is accepting school supply donations on behalf of the children and families in our community that are in need. Donated supplies can be dropped off at the Algoma Public Library.
Examples of Supplies Needed: Scissors, Loose leaf paper, Single subject notebooks, Elmer’s Glue, Pens, Pencils, Color pencils, Glue Sticks, Crayons, Markers, Folders, and Pink Erasers. These items will be available for our local teachers to pick up during the annual "Teacher Meet and Greet". This "Meet and Greet" gives teachers the opportunity to come in and connect with the Library, set up teacher cards and to talk to library staff about any material needs or questions they may have. Tuesday, August 22nd at 1 PM "" Join us on Tuesday, August 22nd at 1 PM for a free afternoon showing of the new Super Mario Bros movie in the Algoma Public Library. Title: The Super Mario Bros Movie Rated: PG Runtime: 1 HR 32 MIN |
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