The Poetics Lab and the Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library are thrilled to welcome Michigan Poet Laureate Nandi Comer to Alpena, September 15 at 11:00 a.m. at Alpena Community College!

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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…

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)

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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

Event Series Poke’mon Club

Poke’mon Club

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Join Alpena County Library on Monday, September 16 and 30th  from 5:00pm-6:00pm for our Pokémon Club for youths ages 8 to 18! At this one-hour program, attendees will learn how to play Pokémon, battle peers, trade cards, do crafts, and watch Pokémon. Attendees should bring their own cards to the meet-up, but the Library will…

Event Series Early Connections

Early Connections

Judith A. Stillion Conference Room

Looking for social and learning experiences designed to help your child grow? Join us for Early Connections, a recurring play and socialization program for children and caregivers ages 0-5! This group will meet every  Tuesday from 10:00am – 11:00am. Caregivers will participate in music and movement, social/play activities, and/or math activities with their child or…

New Tutor Training- Basic Literacy 1

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…

New Tutor Training- Basic Literacy 2

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…

Event Series Lego Club

Lego Club

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Join us for LEGO Club Monday September 9 and 23rd from 5:00pm to 6:00pm. Builders ages six to thirteen will complete in building challenges, collaborate with fellow builders, or free build! We’ll provide the bricks and base plate, so please leave your personal LEGO bricks at home so they won’t get lost or mixed in…

Event Series Early Connections

Early Connections

Judith A. Stillion Conference Room

Looking for social and learning experiences designed to help your child grow? Join us for Early Connections, a recurring play and socialization program for children and caregivers ages 0-5! This group will meet every  Tuesday from 10:00am – 11:00am. Caregivers will participate in music and movement, social/play activities, and/or math activities with their child or…

New Tutor Training- ESL (English as a Second Language)

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…

Bob Ross Art Night

Judith A. Stillion Conference Room

Painting Level 101.  Follow along to one of Bob Ross's painting tutorials.  Attendees attempt to replicate a mini version of it and then vote on the winner at the end.  Registration is required.  To register click here: https://bit.ly/3M2aSuJ