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

Events

Beyond Differences Friendship Club

Judith A. Stillion Conference Room

Beyond Differences is a friendship club designed for teens and young adults of all physical and developmental abilities and who are in high school (ages 12 to 21) to socialize and have fun with art, music, film, games, and more! This a great opportunity for those with special needs or disabilities and those without to meet…

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. 

Event Series Words & Music with Dr. Tom

Words & Music with Dr. Tom

Judith A. Stillion Conference Room

Words & Music with Dr. Tom Drop-in Lunchtime Concert Second Wednesday of each month from noon-1 pm BYO Lunch (and musical appetite) and join Dr. Tom for a concert of music and musical history drawn from jazz, swing, blues, and the Great American Songbook.  Concert will take place in the Judith A. Stillion Conference Room. …

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.

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…

New Tutor Training- Intro to READ Program

Judith A. Stillion Conference Room

The READ program will be offering in-person tutor training for adults interested in volunteering their time and talent to make a difference in the lives of others. If you have a love of learning, come join us! Session Dates: Sept 12: Introduction to the READ Program Sept 17: Basic Literacy 1 Sept 19: Basic Literacy…

Pressed Flower Tote Bags (Teen)

Judith A. Stillion Conference Room

Teens ages 12-18 are invited to DIY pressed flower tote bags on September 13th from 4-5pm! We will use fresh flowers to create bold new designs on plain tote bags. All supplies are provided and free. Registration is appreciated and guarantees a spot in the program, but is not necessary to attend. Registration link: https://bit.ly/4fR6n3J

Poetry Reading and Q&A with Nandi Comer

Alpena Community College 665 Johnson St, Alpena, MI, United States

The Poetics Lab and the Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library are thrilled to welcome Michigan Poet Laureate Nandi Comer to Alpena! This special event will feature Nandi reading from a selection of her works followed by a Q&A. This is the first time a Michigan Poet Laureate has visited Alpena making this an…