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The Kewaunee Public Library Hosts Great Lakes, Great Read Author Visit with Sally Cole-Misch11/12/2024  The Kewaunee Public Library is hosting Great Lakes, Great Reads Author Visit with Sally Cole-Misch on Tuesday, November 12th at 12 pm.
Sally Cole-Misch is an award-winning author for an engaging discussion of her novel "The Best Part of Us", this year's Great Lakes, Great Read adult selection. The event will take places at the Kewaunee Public Library and is open to the public. Don't miss the opportunity to hear from the author and dive deeper into her work. The Great Lakes Great Read initiative is supported by an ideas to Action grant from WiLs, Wisconsin Sea Grant and the University of Wisconsin Water Resource Institute and the support of the Wisconsin Water Library. For any questions or more information please contact Carol (library director) at [email protected] or by calling 920-388-5015. Books can be placed on hold on Infosoup or Libby as an eBook and Hoopla as an eAudiobook. Both Kewaunee and Algoma Libraries will have copies available to borrow as well if you would like to read before the event.  Come join us for our annual Halloween Party from 5:00-6:00 pm on Monday, October 28th. We will have a photo op area, games, crafts, Haunted House put on by the Girl Scouts (Haunted House Geared toward young children) and more. Come dressed up in your favorite Halloween Costume!
 Thursday, October 3 5:30pmJoin us for an engaging hour with Bird City Algoma Committee members, John Walch and Tom Zenner, as they guide us through the exciting world of fall migration birdwatching. John, an expert birder and professional wildlife photographer, will share his insights on spotting and identifying birds during this vibrant season. Tom, an avid Merlin and eBird user, will demonstrate how to use these powerful apps to enhance your birdwatching experience. Whether you're a seasoned birder or just starting, this program will equip you with valuable tips and tools. A Q&A session will follow, so bring your questions!
Tuesday, August 13th at 4:45 PM Bring blankets, pillows, and snacks to our Movie Night showing of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empires on Tuesday, August 13th from 4:45 PM to 7 PM. Ghostbusters: Frozen Empires is a PG-13 movie with a runtime of 125 minutes.
Wednesday, August 7th at 12 PM Join us at the Algoma Public Library lawn on Wednesday, August 7th from 12 PM to 1 PM for an hour of Slime making for all.
Rain date: Monday, August 12th from 12 to 1. Wednesday, June 17th at 6 PM Something is amiss at the Algoma Public Library. A crime has been committed and we need the help of our local teens to solve the crime and catch the criminal.
Starting at 6 PM on Wednesday, July 17th, we will be hosting a Murder Mystery. Sign-ups are required to ensure proper running of the program. Tuesday, July 9th at 1 PM Can you afford college? Learn ways to pay for college and how to read your credit report. Renee Koenig from UW-Madison Extension will teach this session with games and helpful tools on July 9th at 1 PM.
Friday, July 5th at 1 PM Pipe cleaners are a versatile and underused crafting supply that sometimes get lost in art drawers.
Patrons are welcome to stop by the library between 1 PM and 2:30 PM to try different pipe cleaner crafts. Instructions will be available for multiple projects. All ages welcome.  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 Tuesday, June 25th at 10:30 AM "" On Tuesday, June 25th at 10:30 AM, join Stephanie and Braelyn for a very special edition of Toddler Storytime titled, “Toddler Move and Groove”.
Weather permitting, we’ll be wiggling and giggling on the library lawn as we read, sing, and move our bodies. This program will be held inside if rained out. Wednesday, June 19th from 11 AM to 1 PM Whether you’re a toddler, teenager, or adult… Bluey is a show that has found its way into the homes and hearts of many.
Fans are invited to join us at the Algoma Public Library starting at 11 AM on Wednesday, June 19th for Bluey themed games and activities. All ages are welcome. Saturday, June 15th at 10 AM |
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Travel the world this summer by visiting places virtually with our Virtual Reality Headsets. You can Wander the world seeing new places rain or shine!
We have 2 headsets open from 11:30 am to 3 pm for 20 minute increments on Wednesday, June 12th. Please sign up for a time slot.
*Please be advised that using Virtual Reality Headsets can be distorting and may cause motion sickness. You can use them while standing or siting.
We have 2 headsets open from 11:30 am to 3 pm for 20 minute increments on Wednesday, June 12th. Please sign up for a time slot.
*Please be advised that using Virtual Reality Headsets can be distorting and may cause motion sickness. You can use them while standing or siting.
Available starting Wednesday, June 5th at 10 AM
What do you think of when you picture a hot Summer day? Playing outside, days at the beach, and maybe something cool and refreshing to cut through the heat.
Teens are invited to stop by the library on Wednesday, June 5th starting at 10 AM to pick up their own Boba Tea Kit. Kits will be available at the circulation desk.
Please limit kits to one per teen in your home.
Supplies are limited.
Kits will be given out on a”first come, first served” basis.
Teens are invited to stop by the library on Wednesday, June 5th starting at 10 AM to pick up their own Boba Tea Kit. Kits will be available at the circulation desk.
Please limit kits to one per teen in your home.
Supplies are limited.
Kits will be given out on a”first come, first served” basis.
Come celebrate our 50th Anniversary at 406 Fremont St. on Monday, June 3rd from 11 am to 1 pm! Our library moved to this location in 1974. We will have some light refreshments. Plus we would like to show you our NEW CARPETING and layout.
Running from May 6th to May 31st
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In partnership with the Friends of Crescent Beach, we will be encouraging patrons to get out and have fun while protecting our great lakes with Beach Clean Bingo. Patrons can pick up a bingo sheet and a paper bag at the circulation desk. As patrons stay at the beach, they can fill out their Bingo card by finding various pieces of trash. Trash can be returned to the library in the paper bag with their completed Bingo card to be entered to win a prize curtesy of the Friends of Crescent Beach.
 | To learn more about the Friends of Crescent Beach and what they do, click the link below to check out their website: FRIENDS OF CRESCENT BEACH |
Available starting Monday, May 20th at 10 AM
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Bees have a lot of responsibility in their tiny bodies. Celebrate them and everything they do with our Bee Buddy kit. Stop by the library starting Monday, May 20th at 10 AM to grab yours.
Supplies are limited.
Kits given out on a first come, first served basis.
Please only take one per person.
Supplies are limited.
Kits given out on a first come, first served basis.
Please only take one per person.
Monday, May 6th at 3 PM
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Local artist Abbey C. will be here lead rock painting in celebration of Great Lakes Awareness Day. Stop by the library on Monday, May 6th between 3 PM and 5 PM to help us celebrate. While you are here, check out the Friends of Crescent Beach table where you can find additional information about their organization, the work that they do, and volunteer opportunities that are available for you.
Sign up recommended.
Sign up recommended.
| | To learn more about the Friends of Crescent Beach and what they do, click the link below to check out their website: FRIENDS OF CRESCENT BEACH |
Available starting Saturday, May 4 at 10 AM
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May the crafts be with you this May the 4th! Patrons are welcome to stop by the library starting at 10 AM to pick up a bag of intergalactic crafts and activities to fill your weekend with Star Wars wonder.
Supplies are limited.
Kits given out on a first come, first served basis.
Please only take one per person.
Supplies are limited.
Kits given out on a first come, first served basis.
Please only take one per person.
Wednesday, May 1st from 2 to 4 PM
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Do you enjoy doing something with your hands while you work or study? Stop by the library on May 1st between 2 PM and 4 PM to take part in our Fidget Toy Makerspace. Supplies are limited.
Available starting Monday, April 22nd at 10 AM
To celebrate Earth Day, patrons are welcome to stop by the library on Monday, April 22nd at 10 AM to snag a kit filled with activities and crafts to help you celebrate our planet and keeping it clean.
Please recycle all pieces of the kit that are not used.
Kits are geared towards kids and families.
Kits are given out on a first come, first served basis.
Please recycle all pieces of the kit that are not used.
Kits are geared towards kids and families.
Kits are given out on a first come, first served basis.
Monday April 22 at 3:30 PM
Where did all my money go? Join us at the Algoma Public Library on April 22nd at 3:30 PM to learn how to read your paystub and get some tips for saving money! Renee Koenig from UW-Madison Extension will teach this session with games and helpful tools.
Friday, April 12th at 3:30 PM
Do you find yourself browsing TikTok for recommendations on your next book or series to read?
Stop by the Library on Friday, April 12th at 3:30 PM to take part in our Booktok Bingo. Get a bingo and get some Booktok Swag!
This program is geared towards teens and adults.
Stop by the Library on Friday, April 12th at 3:30 PM to take part in our Booktok Bingo. Get a bingo and get some Booktok Swag!
This program is geared towards teens and adults.
Tuesday, April 9th at 3 PM & 4 PM
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A library is a place of research and reading, adventure and learning. Can you and your friends break out of the library within 45 minutes? Can your research and problem-solving skills help get out you in time?
Join us at the Algoma Public Library on Tuesday, April 9 for two different sessions of our in-person escape room "The Secret Shelf". The first session will begin at 3 PM, the second session with begin at 4 PM.
Please sign-up to reserve the spot for you and your family or friends.
Join us at the Algoma Public Library on Tuesday, April 9 for two different sessions of our in-person escape room "The Secret Shelf". The first session will begin at 3 PM, the second session with begin at 4 PM.
Please sign-up to reserve the spot for you and your family or friends.
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Tuesdays at 10:30 AM
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
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.
Books & Brews
2nd Thursday at 5:30 pm
For more details click on the title.
Tuesdays at 10:30 AM
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
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.
Books & Brews
2nd Thursday at 5:30 pm
For more details click on the title.
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