Are you wondering what fun and exciting programs we have in store for the kids and family this year? This year's theme is "Tails and Tales". Check out our program video to see what we have in store for you! CLICK TO CHECK OUT OUR CHILDREN'S PRIZES! 

IBe sure to sign up for Summer Reading to earn prizes starting June 7th. 

If you have four minutes and would like to learn more about our Young Adult (Teen) Summer Reading program, check out the video above. 

The time as come to test your knowledge on all things large and small in the Animal Kingdom! Can you do it? Our creature friends throughout seem to be mixed up at the zoo. It's time to put your thinking caps on and help sort them out!

This escape room is designed for all ages. The clues given throughout the escape room can be answered in the game, but additional resources outside the game can be used too.

Link will be posted here day off and on our Facebook page for you enjoyment. 

Inspired by James Cordon's Carpool Karaoke, the Algoma Public Library has a challenge for local teens! Jump in a car with a friend (or a few), turn on your favorite song, and sing along!
Submissions must be 60 seconds or less.

Submissions can be submitted through TikTok by tagging the library in the post (@ALGPublicLib) and using the hashtag #ALGSRP2021, uploaded to YouTube with a link sent to the Algoma Public Library, along with being emailed directly to the library at alg@algomapubliclibrary.org.
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Voting will be held online or at the Algoma Public Library (through our public computers) from July 5th to July 9th. The video with the most votes will win the grand prize of a $20 Amazon gift card.

DISCLAIMERS:
For participants to be considered for the prize:
The driver MUST have a valid driver's license and be able to show it at the time of sign-up.
All participants within the video must be listed at the time of sign-up and be willing participants.
The drivers hands must remain on the wheel at all times (unless the vehicle is parked).

This kit will have fun animal puppet crafts to put on your own show. Available while supplies last. ​

An outdoor game for the family! This game involves water balloons and good old family fun. Kit includes chalk, water balloons and game instructions. While supplies last. ​

We are helping our tail wagging and feathered friends at Door County Humane Society by gathering pet supplies between June 14th 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. 

​Are you proud of your pet or pets? Between June 14th-19th submit your photos of your pets to alg@algomapubliclibrary.org with the subject "Virtual Pet Contest". You can vote for your favorite pets by liking or commenting on our Virtual Pet Contest Album on Facebook. Voting will be June 21st-26th. The top 3 winners will receive a pet related prize!

Join Braelyn on Instagram Live (or Facebook Live if there are technical difficulties) on Tuesday, June 15th at 6:00 PM for a livestream celebrating some of the famous literary pets! Tune in to see if one of your literary pet favorites is included or to learn about some that you've never heard before. Feel free to comment your thoughts while she's live.

There are a lot of Endangered Animals in the world. Join Braelyn on Instagram Live (or Facebook Live if there are technical issues) on Thursday, June 24th at 1:00 PM to learn about some of the endangered species while Braelyn shows you how to make a tail out of yarn. Additional information will be at the end on how you can help protect endangered species. ​

On Wednesday, July 7th at 3:00 PM, tune in on Instagram Live (or Facebook Live if there are technical issues) to craft some Hot Air Balloon Art with Braelyn, our Young Adult Librarian. ​

Join Braelyn on Instagram Live (or Facebook Live if there are Technical issues) Tuesday, July 13th at 4:00 PM for an informative livestream about different magical/mythological creatures that aren't as widely known as the usual Unicorns, Dragons, Nymphs, and Mermaids.

Sign up for our Write-It Wednesday to receive virtual prompts right to your email to get your creative juices flowing. This special Summer Reading Program edition of our Write It Wednesday will be featuring prompts that correspond with the weekly themes that other programs will be highlighting.

All you need to sign up is your name and email, and you can sign up on either our website or by calling the library to get your name and email address on the list. Let's be creative together! Available for patrons that are 12 years and older.

​DISCLAIMER: Emails provided for writing prompts will only be used/seen by our Young Adult Librarian, Braelyn. Email recipients are Blind CC'ed and cannot see other email addresses that are taking part.

​Have fun with bugs. This grab & go kit includes games, crafts, and activities all related to bugs. Available Wednesday, June 9th while supplies last.