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Chat with a Park Ranger at Mountain View

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Entry Way at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!

Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Entry Way
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Event Details:

Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!

This event is in the "Children" group.

NaNoWriMo for Kids! at Loussac

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Learning Commons at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Writing Group
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) happens every November-- and this time, it's not just for grown-ups! Join us every Tuesday in November for a variety of fun writing acti...

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Learning Commons
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Writing Group
Event Details:

National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) happens every November-- and this time, it's not just for grown-ups!

This event is in the "Infants and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Family Storytime at MV

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Mt View Community Meeting Room at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants and Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers. &n...

Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mt View Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Infants and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.

 

This event is in the "Infants and Toddlers" group.

Parachute Storytime at Muldoon

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants and Toddlers
Event Details:

Bring your wiggliest toddlers for an active storytime! We'll get up and go but we'll also sneak in some books. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years; all families welcome.  Fo...

Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Infants and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Bring your wiggliest toddlers for an active storytime! We'll get up and go but we'll also sneak in some books. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years; all families welcome. 

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Family Storytime at Gerrish

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten and their caregivers.

This event is in the "All ages" group.

Listening Post at MV

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Entry Way at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Volunteer
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

To be listened to is a moment of being received without having to prove anything. And who doesn’t need that? To listen, as well as to be listened to, brings forth a moment of hu...

Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Entry Way
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Community Event, Volunteer
Event Details:

To be listened to is a moment of being received without having to prove anything. And who doesn’t need that?

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "All ages" group.

Library Portrait Day

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mt View Community Meeting Room at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Family, All ages
Event Details:

Do you need a new headshot or family portrait? Join us at the library for a special event with local photographer Jovell! Enjoy free portraits in a friendly atmosphere. All ages ar...

Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mt View Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Family, All ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Do you need a new headshot or family portrait? Join us at the library for a special event with local photographer Jovell! Enjoy free portraits in a friendly atmosphere.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Movie Matinee at Loussac

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Learning Commons at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Join us for a family-friendly movie and delicious popcorn!

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Learning Commons
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Fun and Games
Event Details:

Join us for a family-friendly movie and delicious popcorn!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Game Time @ Loussac

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Underground at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Come enjoy some time in the Teen Underground playing various video games, board games, and more!

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Teen Underground
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Fun and Games
Event Details:

Come enjoy some time in the Teen Underground playing various video games, board games, and more!

All APL locations are closed for Thanksgiving

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
Chugiak-Eagle River, Mountain View Library, Muldoon Library, Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library

All Anchorage Public Library locations are closed Thursday (11/28/24) and Friday (11/29/24) for Thanksgiving.

Closing
Branches:
Chugiak-Eagle River, Mountain View Library, Muldoon Library, Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Description:

All Anchorage Public Library locations are closed Thursday (11/28/24) and Friday (11/29/24) for Thanksgiving.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Computer & Tech Help

Friday, November 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Raven Computer Lab at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We have computer guided basis computer competency course to help you understand and use computers and other technology. Also come in and get help with software issues like email, O...

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Raven Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class
Event Details:

We have computer guided basis computer competency course to help you understand and use computers and other technology. Also come in and get help with software issues like email, Office, etc. or get hardware help with your laptop or phone.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Senior Saturday at Muldoon

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Floor at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Time especially for seniors to get one-on-one help with technology, community resource navigation, and traditional library reference. 

Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Time especially for seniors to get one-on-one help with technology, community resource navigation, and traditional library reference. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Art Inspired at Loussac

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Learning Commons at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themsel...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Learning Commons
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Magician Meet Up @ Loussac

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Underground at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Class, Fun and Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Meet other local teen magicians and practice your skills together. Card tricks, illusions, sleight of hand, and more! Meets in the Teen Underground on the 3rd floor.

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Teen Underground
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Class, Fun and Games
Event Details:

Meet other local teen magicians and practice your skills together. Card tricks, illusions, sleight of hand, and more!

Meets in the Teen Underground on the 3rd floor.

This event is in the "All ages" group.

Yak 'n' Yarn Fiber Arts

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

Formerly known as "Bring Your Own Crafternoon." Same event, new name! Finish your project in a sociable environment. All ages, all projects welcome. We'd love to see what you ar...

Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Formerly known as "Bring Your Own Crafternoon." Same event, new name!

Finish your project in a sociable environment. All ages, all projects welcome. We'd love to see what you are working on. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Gerrish Book Club

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Discussion / Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for the Gerrish Book Club discussion. November’s title is The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak. Cookies and coffee provided! 

Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion / Lecture
Event Details:

Join us for the Gerrish Book Club discussion. November’s title is The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak. Cookies and coffee provided!

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Early Literacy Games at Loussac

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Try out different early literacy, language, and math toys to help prepare preschoolers for Kindergarten while having fun at the same time. Stay and play, meet some new families, an...

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Fun and Games
Event Details:

Try out different early literacy, language, and math toys to help prepare preschoolers for Kindergarten while having fun at the same time. Stay and play, meet some new families, and check out some books.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Free Play Mornings at Gerrish

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Play with library toys, make friends and check out books!  

Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Fun and Games
Event Details:

Play with library toys, make friends and check out books!

 

This event is in the "Infants and Toddlers" group.

Toddler Storytime at Loussac

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytheatre at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants and Toddlers
Event Details:

Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers. Storytimes introduce early literacy c...

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Storytheatre
Age Group: Infants and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you knit, crochet or sew or are you a beginner looking for a start? Join us for a weekly meetup and bring your ideas or current projects. We will have lessons for beginning knit...

Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Do you knit, crochet or sew or are you a beginner looking for a start? Join us for a weekly meetup and bring your ideas or current projects.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Health Insurance Enrollment Help from United Way

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Raven Computer Lab at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It’s time for Open Enrollment at healthcare.gov. United Way Healthcare Navigators will be on hand to help with ACA health insurance enrollment or to answer any questions. The...

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Raven Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class
Event Details:

It’s time for Open Enrollment at healthcare.gov.

United Way Healthcare Navigators will be on hand to help with ACA health insurance enrollment or to answer any questions.

They can also assist with Medicaid or Denali KidCare.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Chat with a Park Ranger at Mountain View

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Entry Way at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!

Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Entry Way
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Event Details:

Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!

This event is in the "Infants and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Family Storytime at MV

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Mt View Community Meeting Room at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants and Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers. &n...

Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mt View Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Infants and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.

 

This event is in the "Infants and Toddlers" group.

Parachute Storytime at Muldoon

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants and Toddlers
Event Details:

Bring your wiggliest toddlers for an active storytime! We'll get up and go but we'll also sneak in some books. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years; all families welcome.  &n...

Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Infants and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Bring your wiggliest toddlers for an active storytime! We'll get up and go but we'll also sneak in some books. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years; all families welcome.