The Library will be closed on November 28th and 29th for the Thanksgiving holiday and will reopen on Saturday, November 30th at 9:00 a.m.
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SEARCH COLLECTION

SEARCH COLLECTION

Would you like to take advantage of the Library's digital services but don't have a library card? No problem! Alpena County residents can apply online!
If you are not sure if you have a card, call the Library.

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MAKERLAB

MAKERLAB

MakerLab is a collaborative space where youth, teens and adults can play, tinker, discover and create. Come learn with us in Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library's makerspace!

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GEORGE R. AND EDITH ANGELL COOK SPECIAL COLLECTIONS

GEORGE R. AND EDITH ANGELL COOK SPECIAL COLLECTIONS

One of the largest Special Collections in N.E. Michigan including Maritime, local history and genealogical information.

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Parent and Caregiver Resources

Welcome the the Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library! We appreciate that you are a parent or caregiver who is invested in your child’s learning. We can see that you care about your child because you are taking a step to understand how to navigate the library’s collection to find content that fits with your family’s interest and values.

Scarecrow Terracota Decorating

Join us on November 23rd from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for a fun-filled DIY craft! Participants 18+ can join the seasonal-themed fun by selecting a gardening pot to paint, decorate, and bring a scarecrow to life. No registration needed. While supplies last. For any questions they can contact Sienna at sthiem@alpenalibrary.org.

StoryTime with the 45ers

Score a reading goal with the Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library and the Alpena 45ers! Each third Thursday of the month, Coach Myles and his team will be hosting a storytime and craft. Hockey and library fans ages 0-9 are welcome with a parent or caregiver! Join us on November 21st at 6 p.m.

Have you checked out the Library’s monthly newsletter, “Between the Stacks”? It’s packed with updates and highlights about what’s going on in our awesome Library. From books to literature to other fascinating topics, there’s always something interesting to read.

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Stories from Beyond

Join the George R. & Edith Angell Cook Special Collections Department on October 26th at 2 p.m. or 6: 30 p.m. at Evergreen Cemetery as we unearth true stories, strange coincidences, gruesome happenings and mysteries that are buried in Evergreen Cemetery.  This annual event is one you don’t want to miss.  If you register for

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Employment Opportunities Available

The Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library has openings for a Library Assistant and a Youth Services Assistant. These positions are part-time at 24 hours per week including evenings and weekends. The starting wage is $13.00 per hour. Please see the job descriptions for a complete list of qualifications and general duties. To view

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