The Library will be closed on Friday, February 13, 2026 due to a staff training day.
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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!
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Comics Plus

Comics Plus

Comics Plus, powered by LibraryPass, is a digital platform offering thousands of digital comics, graphic novels and manga to readers through their library. You can access titles using a smartphone, tablet,

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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.
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Killing the Buzz: The Lost Story of Yaupon Tea

Join Clarie Evans, author of High Tea and the Low Down, former journalist, attorney, college lecturer and business owner of Tea with Claire as she showcases the Yaupon Tea. The yaupon tea, native to the southeastern United States is a delicious alternative to coffee and much revered by Native Americans. Refreshments of the yaupon tea will be available for participants to try.
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Sestercentennial Logo Contest

The Alpena Sestercentennial Celebration Commission (ASC) is conducting a logo contest for the creation of a graphic to commemorate two important milestones: the nation’s 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the 50th Anniversary of the Alpena Bi-Path. We welcome anyone from Alpena County, Michigan, to participate in the contest. The winning logo will
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Stories from Beyond 2025-SOLD OUT

October 10, 2025 No Comments

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! Thank you for your interest in this annual event. Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25, 2025, 2 and 6 pm Join the Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library’s Special Collections Department for a hauntingly good time at Evergreen Cemetery. They will unearth true stories, strange coincidences, and gruesome

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Employment Opportunity Available: Library Assistant

February 25, 2025 No Comments

LIBRARY ASSISTANT WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS! General Summary The Library Assistant performs para-professional library work; to check in and out library materials; to provide circulation desk services such as patron registration and direction; to assist in technical support services; and to perform related work as assigned. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform circulation functions

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Stories from Beyond

October 3, 2024 No Comments

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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