Late fall is the time to transition to quieter indoor activities, and the Algoma Public Library has options for all ages. Following are a few of the noteworthy events happening at the APL in November. 

• Paper quilling holiday cards with Katie, Thursday, November 6, 1 - 4pm. Roll, shape and glue narrow strips of paper into decorative 2D and 3D designs. For ages 18-plus.

• Toddler Time every Tuesday at 10:30am. Designed for children ages 1-3, this interactive story time will spark your child's love of books through engaging stories, lively songs and playful activities.

• Join the Library for a relaxed evening of Gratitude Journaling, Thursday, November 19, 5-6pm. Simple prompts will help you notice the good, big and small. Refreshments will be served, and you'll receive a free journal to decorate and take home so you can continue your gratitude practice long after the event. For ages 10–18.

• Quilting with Niki: Saturday, November 7 from 10 am-2pm. Quilting with Niki is back with a quick and easy Halloween table runner, with some easy applique to spice it up! Sign up is required due to limited seating, and available pre-cut kits. For ages 18-plus.

• Book Clubs, November 5, 12, and 17. Check library website for locations and club information.

Library CLOSED November 26-29, for a Thanksgiving break.

For details on these, and other Algoma Public Library events, visit the APL website.

Be aware and prepared - especially during your morning commute - for the scheduled Bayview Bridge (WI 42/57) closure on Monday, November 2 through Wednesday, November 4. The Bayview Bridge will be closed to vehicles and marine navigation from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. all three days.

Work being done includes replacement of the live load shoes. Live load shoes, also called live load bearings or reaction assemblies, support components on movable bridges that carry the weight of traffic (live loads) when the span is closed and seated.

The Southern Door High School Student Council and the American Red Cross are sponsoring a blood drive from 9 am to 2 pm on Monday, November 2 in the SDHS Gym, in Brussels. Enter at door #11.

Anyone who is at least 17 years of age, weighs at least 110 pounds, or is 16 with parent
permission, and is in good health, may donate blood. Under 18 will need to fill out the parent permission form on the Red Cross website.

To sign up to give blood you can either walk in, or sign up for a designated time at the High School, online at www.redcross.org. Search for your nearest blood drive using 54204. 

The American Red Cross reminds you that the need for blood is constant, and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds, and most of us will need blood in our lifetime.