The Library is happy to announce our new Director, Debra Greenacre!

Events

Event Series Tech Help

Tech Help

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

Have a question about your email attachments? Need to know how to configure Itunes? How can I upload pictures to Facebook? Where can I find a good tablet for basic computing? Come in and ask for general tech help.

Free
Event Series Tinker Tuesday

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

Free
Event Series Tech Help

Tech Help

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

Have a question about your email attachments? Need to know how to configure Itunes? How can I upload pictures to Facebook? Where can I find a good tablet for basic computing? Come in and ask for general tech help.

Free

Introduction to Windows 11

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

This course will introduce the student to many of the features of the Microsoft Windows 11 operating system. The student will explore and navigate the Windows 11 platform functions & features, including the new Start Menu, Windows 11’s digital assistant, Cortana, the new Quick Access feature in File Explorer; selected features of the Settings menu,…

Event Series Sewing Club

Sewing Club

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

Join us for the fall session of Sewing Club.  Sewing Club will meet on Wednesday from 4:00-6:00 p.m.  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…

Free

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

Small Conference Room

Alpena County Library's Teen Advisory Board (TAB) will meet Wednesday, September 20 from 5:30 -6:30pm in the Small Conference Room for our monthly meeting. Registration is not necessary for current members. Teens interested in joining TAB should read through the information below, then fill out an application. More about TAB: TAB is a group of…

Event Series Tech Help

Tech Help

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

Have a question about your email attachments? Need to know how to configure Itunes? How can I upload pictures to Facebook? Where can I find a good tablet for basic computing? Come in and ask for general tech help.

Free

Teen Book Club

Small Conference Room

Readers ages 12 to 18 are invited to sign-up for the upcoming September Teen Book Club. Our book will be "All the Dead Lie Down" by Kyrie McCauley. Participants will receive a free copy of each book to keep in advance of the meeting (while supplies last). After reading, registered participants will attend the book…

Event Series Tween Dungeons & Dragons

Tween Dungeons & Dragons

Players ages 9 to 13 of all experience levels are invited to join us our next Tween Dungeons & Dragons campaign! No registration is necessary, but players must commit to attending all 3 September sessions: Friday, September 15, 22, and 29 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm. Players may create their own character or claim a pre-created…

Outdoor Storytime at the Farmer’s Market

Mich-e-ke-wis Park 1302 S State Ave, Alpena, MI, United States

The Alpena County Library will be hosting Outdoor Storytime at the Alpena Farmers' Market on Saturday, September 9 and September 23! Join us at Mich-e-ke-wis Park from 10:00am to 11:00am to hear stories and participate in crafts and activities. This free program is ideal for children ages 3 and up, but all are welcome! We…

Event Series Tech Help

Tech Help

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

Have a question about your email attachments? Need to know how to configure Itunes? How can I upload pictures to Facebook? Where can I find a good tablet for basic computing? Come in and ask for general tech help.

Free

File Management Using File Explorer

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

Understanding how and where files are saved is an essential computing skill. Using Windows 11, the student will learn how to navigate File Explorer, understand file extensions, how to save files from the internet to the computer, and how to view and save files using a USB drive. Tip and techniques for organizing and mainting…