Judy Benkowski and Jim Baudhuin were classmates grade school through high school and friends throughout their lives. Later in life after each lost their spouse, the friendship grew as they extended support and understanding to each other. As they spent more time together they began to identify their activities as "adventures", not dates. In a whimsical moment, Judy joked that their silly adventures should be chronicled in a book.

Now this duo has written and published 4 books that include The Aztec Pendant, The Tuscan Odyssey, The Mount Etna Legacy, and The Couriers. All 4 books are part of the "World of Scott and Kathy" series. Join us on Saturday, December 6th, 2025 from 4 - 6 pm for an author talk, Q&A, book signing and more at Yardstick Books (317 Steele St.) in Algoma, Wisconsin. 

Books can be purchased ahead of the event or day of event. You can order ahead on Yardsticks website here. ​

Donations accepted August 4th to 22nd, 2025. Our 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.

For a complete listing of school supplies for the Algoma Elementary & Middle School can be found by clicking on "Elementary" and on "Middle/ High School". 

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and favorite snacks, and settle in for a cozy evening of entertainment. 🍿 Free popcorn (1 per person while supplies last).
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📽️ Sponsored by:
Algoma Public Library & Algoma Community Development Committee
Don’t miss out on this community favorite — we’ll see you at the movies!

​Chad Lewis is back with Bizarre History of Wisconsin- Strange Stories From Our Past on Tuesday, July 8th, 2025 at 3 pm in the Council Chambers of City Hall (416 Fremont Street - participants can enter through the library as well). He will take us through Wisconsin Newspapers looking at 100 bizarre stories. These unbelievable stories were not lost, they were simply hidden. His program provides a time portal back to the early days of the state when it was filled with strange deaths, ghosts, sea serpents, peculiar people, medical anomalies, oddities, psychic phenomena, and UFOs.

The Algoma Public Library has received a $10,000 Libraries Transforming Communities grant from the American Library Association to improve accessibility in our building, services, and programs. We’re inviting community members to join us on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 from 1pm-2pm, and/or Wednesday, June 4, 2025 from 5:30pm-6:30pm, for a conversation to share ideas, needs, and experiences related to accessibility—especially for those with disabilities, mobility challenges, sensory sensitivities, or age-related needs.

Your voice matters, and your input will help guide how these grant funds are used to create a more inclusive and welcoming space for all.

Light refreshments will be provided. All are welcome!
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*This event is offered by the Algoma Public Library as part of Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities, an initiative of the American Library Association (ALA) in collaboration with the Association for Rural & Small Libraries (ARSL).

Come to the library and make your very own garden stone on Thursday, June 27th from 1 - 2:30 pm. It will be a fun DIY. You might get a little messy, so dress appropriately! Bring your own decorations (gem stones, colored rocks, sea shells, beach glass, pottery pieces) library has limited supplies. Call or stop in the library today to sign up!

In case of rain we will be having it on Friday, June 28th from 1-2:30 pm