Tinker Tuesday
Makerspace 211 N. 1st Ave, Alpena, MI, United StatesTinker 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
Introduction to Windows 11
Makerspace 211 N. 1st Ave, Alpena, MI, United StatesThis 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,…
Sewing Club
Makerspace 211 N. 1st Ave, Alpena, MI, United StatesJoin 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…
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Small Conference RoomAlpena 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…
Teen Book Club
Small Conference RoomReaders 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…
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 StatesThe 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…
File Management Using File Explorer
Makerspace 211 N. 1st Ave, Alpena, MI, United StatesUnderstanding 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…