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Silly Spooky Story Walk available from October 19-October 31 during regular library hours.

Silly Spooky Story Walk

It’s a choose-your-own-adventure activity! This will be fun for everyone! Please join us as we try to help Rosie make good decisions and avoid trouble.

There are leftover books available for free. Come to the library. Take all you want. Monday and Tuesday during regular hours.

Book Sale Leftovers

The Friends of the Algona Public Library had a very successful book sale last week. However, many great books are still available. The Friends invite you to come in and…

Picture of book sale.

The Book Sale Has Begun!

The annual Friends of the Algona Public Library Book Sale opened today at 9:30. The sale runs August 20 from 9:30-7:00, August 21 from 9:30-5:00, and August 22 from 9:30-12:30.…

Thank you to all who helped with our Summer Reading Program!

Thank You!

We couldn’t have done it without you!

Storytimes will return in September.

Taking a Break Until September

Registration for summer reading is now open. Scan the QR code, use the bit.ly3QFC8Ve link or call the library.

Summer Reading Registration is Now Open

You can register for summer reading by using the QR code, the link, or coming into the library. We have lots of fun programs and activities planned for all ages!

You can help us with our garden by buying a plant on our wish list or leaving a cash donation at the library.

We’re Ready to Plant!

You can help us with one of our new garden beds. We will happily accept contributions to help celebrate America’s 250th anniversary (Semiquincentennial), marking the signing of the Declaration of…

Algona Public Library was awarded a $10,000 to improve accessibility!

$10,000 Grant!

The Algona Public Library has been selected as one of 300 libraries to participate in the fourth and final round of Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities, an…

Gary Kelley art exhibit from now until May 15.

Gary Kelley Art Exhibit

Gary Kelley was born in Algona. He was an artist who specialized in graphic design.  His list of clients includes work for Time, Rolling Stone, Atlantic Monthly, The New Yorker, and…

National Library Week April 19-25

It’s National Library Week! Find Your Joy!

“I entered the library doors and entered a world where I didn’t feel alone.” Mycahl Threets, National Library Week Honorary Chair