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New Horizons Reading Challenge

8/31/2022

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Explore new horizons this year with our 2022 Reading Challenge! Step into uncharted territory, journey to distant lands, and adventure away! Log your reading throughout the year to earn new badges in our app  Beanstack or on our Beanstack website. This yearlong reading challenge is designed to help you keep track of your reading (books). Now is the time to try out new genres like Young Adult, Mystery, Thrillers, Nonfiction and even Fiction. No book is too long or too short to read. Challenge starts January 1st and ends December 31st, 2022.

Paper tracking sheets available upon request. 
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Pet Supply Drive

7/2/2022

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​We are helping our tail wagging and feathered friends at Door County Humane Society by gathering pet supplies between June 20th and July 2nd. They are in need of unopened (sealed) bags of dog/ cat food, canned dog/ cat food, peanut butter, potty training pads, non-retractable leashes, dog toys, cleaning supplies (liquid hand/dish soap, hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes), plus more! To see a complete list of items needed see their website - https://www.wihumane.org/donate/wish-list.
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Bermuda Triangle Escape Room

6/24/2022

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Summer time is a great time to go traveling right? Or so we think it is. On this trip we have to make sure our plane takes off on time and doesn't detour us to the Bermuda Triangle. Are you prepared to help your fellow travelers out on this journey? It's time to pack our bags and take off! (Don't worry, no one is actually harmed in this game).

*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.
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​Escape Rooms run on the hour starting at 11 am on Thursday, June 23rd. Times to choose from are 11am and 12 pm. On Friday, June 24th escape rooms start at 2 pm and 3 pm. Registration recommended.
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Water Safety with the Coast Guard

6/22/2022

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The Coast Guard will be down at the Algoma City Marina for a safety talk on Wednesday, June 22nd at 1:30 pm by the Ahnapee River. They will be bringing down one of their boats from Washington Island. Please park by the Algoma Youth Club or at the Public parking lot (not at the marina).
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Underwater Treasures!

6/9/2022

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Join us on Thursday, June 9th at 1 pm in the Council Chambers ​(you can come in by the library) as staff members from the Wisconsin Maritime Museum in Manitowoc for a presentation on Wisconsin's Underwater Treasures. This presentation will be featuring stories of Lake Michigan's most famous shipwrecks, how shipwrecks are explored, and the area's new National Marine Sanctuary.
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"Dive into Summer Reading" Kick-Off

6/6/2022

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​Let's get ready to Dive into our Summer Reading Program! Register for the Summer Reading Program, play some games, win some prizes and have fun!  Monday, June 6 from 3 - 5 PM at Algoma Public Library.
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Cracking the Dewey Code: Escape Room

4/4/2022

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April 3rd-9th is National Library Week and what better way to celebrate that an Escape Room on Libraries!

Like all good library patrons visiting the library you come in to check out a book on aliens... but oh no! You have forgotten your book at the library, and something strange has happened with your book! Can you crack the Dewey Code and get your book back in time before the librarian returns?

*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 3 pm on Monday, April 4th. Times to choose from are 3 and 4 pm. Registration recommended.
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Food For Fines

4/4/2022

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During National Library Week we want to help you get your account back in good order. Bring in nonperishable food items between Monday, April 4th- Saturday, April 9th to donate to the local food pantry and we will take $1.00 off your overdue fines up to $25.00* for each item you bring in! *Damaged/Lost/Billed items not eligible

All donated food will be donated to the Kewaunee County Food Pantry. Let's get your library accounts in good standing as we help our community. ​
Is your library account in good standing?
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Spring Road Trip Escape Room

3/28/2022

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A road trip through a state park in late March is just what we need. We'll admire the scenery, watch for animals, sing some songs, and enjoy the outdoor activities this late-winter, early-spring has to offer. Pack your things, and let's GO!

*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 3 pm on ​Monday, March 28th. Times to choose from are 3 and 4 pm. Registration recommended.
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After School Movie

3/18/2022

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Friday, March 18th
Spies in Disguise @ 3:15

Come to the Algoma Public Library every two weeks on Friday at 3:15 PM for our After School Movies.
Movies selected will be rated PG-13 or below.
Movies: Spies in Disguise
A snack will be provided.
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Flower Grab & Go Kit

3/14/2022

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Spring is almost here!
Stop by the library on Monday, March 14th to pick up a kit designed for adults but simple enough that kids can help with. Kit includes a flower pot, soil, seeds and family craft and library resources on flowers.
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After School Movie

3/4/2022

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Spirit Untamed @ 3:15 PM

Come to the Algoma Public Library every two weeks on Friday at 3:15 PM for our After School Movies.
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Movies selected will be rated PG-13 or below.
Movies: Spirit Untamed
A snack will be provided.
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Kids Quilt Project

3/1/2022

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Starting March 1st, in honor of Youth Arts Month and in partnership with ArtBeet,Inc., children and families are invited to pick up a Kids Quilt Project Kit at the Algoma Public Library.

Kits will contain materials to make a paper version of a quilt block, information about quilting and it's history, and more...

Once the blocks are complete, they can be brought back to the Algoma Public Library for display.

Stop in at the Library throughout the month of March to watch our quilt grow!
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Happy TWOsday!

2/22/2022

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Tuesday, February 22nd

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It's not every day that a date that reads 2/22/2022 falls on a TUESDAY. To celebrate the day, the Algoma Public Library will have snacks, activities, and a photo-op area set up all day. Stop by the Algoma Public Library to make fun memories on this historic day. ​
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Valentine's Day Family Kit

2/14/2022

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Looking to do something fun with your kiddos? Stop by on Monday, February 14th for a fun Valentine's Day themed kit. This kit has a lot of fun activities, book recommendations and movie recommendations for the family. While supplies last.
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Escape Room: The Sneaky Snow Snatcher

2/14/2022

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It's the middle of winter and you have dreams of doing so many fun wintery activities. But today you look outside and see ALL THE SNOW IS GONE! Can you solve the clues with the note left behind and save winter?

*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 2 pm on Monday, February 14th. Times to choose from are 2, 3, 4, and 5 pm. Registration recommended.
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Community Art Project

2/7/2022

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We want to create another Community Art Project!  Stop in to pick up your puzzle piece to make into your own piece of art. Paint (acrylic, oil, watercolor...), collage, use mixed media, 2D, 3D, or whatever you'd like on your piece. When we have them all collected, we will mount them and display our Community Art in the library for all to see.

Check out our Community Art Project from last year which is hanging in our program room for inspiration. 

Kits available to pick up via Sign Up beginning January 3rd so we can keep track of who has a piece.

​Pieces due back by February 7.
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After School Movie

2/4/2022

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Come to the Algoma Public Library every two weeks on Friday at 3:15 PM for our After School Movies.
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Movies selected will be rated PG-13 or below.
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Movie: The Addams Family 2 on February 4th
            Encanto on February 18th


A snack will be provided.
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Movie poster for "The Addams Family 2"
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Movie post for Disney's "Encanto"
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Chinese New Year Bingo

2/1/2022

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Join us as we play Bingo to bring in the Chinese New Year! We will have fun Chinese New Year Prizes for our Winners. *Program made possible by the East Asia in Wisconsin Library Program award. The intent of this award is to give public libraries throughout Wisconsin the opportunity to enrich their collections with new titles. Award funding to be used to purchase books and materials or to support programming that will enable Wisconsin residents to deepen their understanding of East Asia, which encompasses China, Japan, the Koreas, Mongolia, Tibet, Hong Kong and Taiwan.

See more about the East Asia in Wisconsin Library Program awards here. ​​
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Family Coding

1/8/2022

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Coding isn't just for the kids, it can be a family activity too. This program is designed for families in mind! This month's activities are screen-free coding meaning there will be no devices requiring a device. Come learn on Saturday, January 8th at 11 am why coding is great for problem-solving, critical thinking, educational and team building. Activities will be set up so that families can rotate through them.

​We strongly encourage kids to be attended by an adult as this is a family activity.
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NASA @ My Library Challenge

12/31/2021

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Explore our universe with the James Webb Space Telescope Challenge in our NASA @ My Library Challenge. Learn all about the science behind NASA’s newest space telescope mission, the James Webb Space Telescope. The James Webb Space Telescope is the most advanced infrared space telescope ever launched and will allow us to look deeper into time and space than ever before!  This challenge offers activities and videos provided by NASA via the Beanstack app. 

Challenge runs Wednesday, December 1st to Thursday, December 31st. 

To sign up, visit our Beanstack page and be sure to download the Beanstack app (available for Apple and Android). 
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Wrap & Gab (Holiday Gift Wrapping)

12/18/2021

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Stop in anytime between 11:30 am and 1:30 pm on Saturday, December 18th to wrap your gifts. We will have out hot chocolate, wrapping paper, gift tags, tape, ribbon, and scissors. Come wrap your gifts (limit 5 per family) as you listen to Holiday music, enjoy hot chocolate and gab about your up coming Christmas plans. *While supplies last. 
It's holiday season, that means it's time to wrap your gifts too!
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Kids Holiday Treat Bag Craft

12/16/2021

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​Kids - make some special treat bags to deliver gifts to friends and or family. Available Thursday, December 16th while supplies last.
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Family Handprint Craft Grab & Go Kit

12/7/2021

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​This kit is a fun family activity. Pick up this grab & go kit to create fun holiday decorations with the whole family. Available Tuesday, December 7th at Algoma Public Library while supplies last.
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Polar Express Interactive Movie

12/7/2021

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We'll be showing the Polar Express on Tuesday, December 7th at 5 pm and playing along with the characters! We'll drink hot chocolate, ring a bell, and believe! Come watch with us! Come dressed in your pajamas and bring your own blankets!
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