Holiday Hours: The Library will be closed on December 24-25th and December 31- January 1st.

Events

Tinker Tuesday

Makerspace 211 N. 1st Ave, Alpena, MI, United States

Tinker Tuesday is about getting together and exploring projects ranging from Makey Makey, Raspberry Pi, Arduino, 3D Printing, Strawbees, littleBits, Snap Circuits, sewing and more! Let your curiosity take over and explore! Participants must be 5+ years old or older

Event Series Open MakerLab

Open MakerLab

Makerspace 211 N. 1st Ave, Alpena, MI, United States

Join the Alpena County Library Wednesday mornings from 10 a.m.-Noon for Open MakerLab! Makers of all ages can tinker, collaborate, and create a project of their choice in our lab. Staff help is available if needed. Participants ages 5 to 15 will need parental supervision at all times. A signed waiver is required prior to…

Event Series Tech Help

Tech Help

First Floor 211 N. 1st Ave, Alpena, MI, United States

Do you have a gadget that you need a little help with or a tech question that you need an answer to? Get help with your computer, phone, or tablet from our knowledgeable and patient staff. We offer a one-hour, four times, a week session with our Technology Specialist on a first-come, first-serve basis. 

How to Use Libby

Makerspace 211 N. 1st Ave, Alpena, MI, United States

Libby is an app from OverDrive and provides a way to start reading eBooks and audiobooks from the Great Lakes Digital Library. You can borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet. You can also send your borrowed eBooks to your Kindle eReader. It’s free and easy to get started for…

Michigan Bats Presentation

Judith A. Stillion Conference Room

The Thunder Bay Audubon Society invites you to a Michigan Bat Presentation. Learn from a Michigan ecological biologist as she presents the type of bats that make their home in Michigan, their habitat, and the conservation drive to protect them.

Event Series Toddler Storytime

Weekly Storytime

Youth Service Department 211 N. 1st Ave, Alpena, MI, United States

Participants will meet at the Storytime rug by the youth desk for music, and stories. Toddler storytime for ages 3-5 will run from 9:15-9:40 followed by baby storytime for ages 0-2. A fun parent-child-themed craft will follow the toddler storytime in the youth area. Join us on Thursdays for storytime fun!  

Event Series Tech Help

Tech Help

Do you have a gadget that you need a little help with or a tech question that you need an answer to? Get help with your computer, phone, or tablet from our knowledgeable and patient staff. We offer a one-hour, four times, a week session with our Technology Specialist on a first-come, first-serve basis.

How to Use Kanopy

Makerspace 211 N. 1st Ave, Alpena, MI, United States

Kanopy is the best video streaming service for quality, thoughtful entertainment. Find movies, documentaries, foreign films, classic cinema, independent films and educational videos that inspire, enrich and entertain. In this class learn now to create an account, access app , and use the service.

Event Series Sewing Club

Sewing Club

Makerspace 211 N. 1st Ave, Alpena, MI, United States

Join us for Sewing Club!  No sewing experience? No problem! This club is open to all skill levels- newbie and expert, ages 10 and up. Bring your sewing machine, supplies, (scissors, straight pins) and project to work on. We will supply the space and guidance. For those without a sewing machine, there are 3 machines…

Murder Mystery Night

Judith A. Stillion Conference Room

Participants will come and solve their way through a collection of case files, newspapers, and other official documents to discover who the “Murderer on the Titanic” is and their motive. No registration and snacks will be provided.

Playful Pals! A Bluey Themed Party

Judith A. Stillion Conference Room

Everyone’s favorite Australian Blue Heeler is stopping at the Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library! Enjoy storytime, crafts, and activities inspired by Bluey. Fans of Bluey and the Heeler Family ages 0-9 are invited to share in the fun! No registration required.

Event Series Tech Help

Tech Help

Do you have a gadget that you need a little help with or a tech question that you need an answer to? Get help with your computer, phone, or tablet from our knowledgeable and patient staff. We offer a one-hour, four times, a week session with our Technology Specialist on a first-come, first-serve basis.