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Drop-in Tech Time

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
ERC - Main Floor at Chugiak-Eagle River
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults

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

Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Family Storytime at Gerrish

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Family

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, Family
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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Family Christmas Movie Matinee at Loussac

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Learning Commons at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Fun and Games
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Family

Join us for a family-friendly movie and delicious popcorn during winter break! This month we'll be showing The Muppet Christmas Carol.

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

Join us for a family-friendly movie and delicious popcorn during winter break! This month we'll be showing The Muppet Christmas Carol.

This event is in the "All ages" group

Listening Post at MV

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mountain View - Entry Way at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Volunteer
Age Group:
All ages

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

Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mountain View - 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?

Early Closure

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Z.J. Loussac Library, Mountain View Library

Loussac and Mountain View Libraries will close early today (6 PM - 12/24/25) for Christmas Eve.

Closing
Branches:
Z.J. Loussac Library, Mountain View Library
Description:

Loussac and Mountain View Libraries will close early today (6 PM - 12/24/25) for Christmas Eve.

All APL Locations Closed for Christmas

All Day
Chugiak-Eagle River, Mountain View Library, Muldoon Library, Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library, Z.J. Loussac Library

All APL locations will be closed today (12/25/25) for Christmas.

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

All APL locations will be closed today (12/25/25) for Christmas.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Computer & Tech Help

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Raven Meeting Room at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults

We can help you understand and use computers and other technology. You will get help with software issues like email, Microsoft Office, etc. or get troubleshooting help with your laptop or phone. Come in and let us help you learn. 

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

We can help you understand and use computers and other technology. You will get help with software issues like email, Microsoft Office, etc. or get troubleshooting help with your laptop or phone. Come in and let us help you learn. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Youth Sticker Contest: Design Session at Mountain View

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Mountain View - Community Room at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Children, Family

Kids and teens are invited to stop by the library and create their entry for Anchorage Public Library’s Youth Sticker Contest! We’ll provide crayons, markers, colored pencils, paper, and other crafting supplies; just bring your creativity.

Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mountain View - Community Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Community Event, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Kids and teens are invited to stop by the library and create their entry for Anchorage Public Library’s Youth Sticker Contest! We’ll provide crayons, markers, colored pencils, paper, and other crafting supplies; just bring your creativity.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Family Gaming at Muldoon

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Muldoon - Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Children, Family, Teens

Help us put the Nintendo Switch to good use! Bring the whole family to enjoy video games, board games, blocks, and more. 

Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Muldoon - Program Room
Age Group: Children, Family, Teens
Program Type: Fun and Games
Event Details:

Help us put the Nintendo Switch to good use! Bring the whole family to enjoy video games, board games, blocks, and more. 

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

Family Movie Night at Gerrish

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Children, Family, All ages

Come and enjoy your Winter Break at the library with a good movie and delicious popcorn! Please call 907-343-4024 for title.

 

Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Children, Family, All ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Come and enjoy your Winter Break at the library with a good movie and delicious popcorn! Please call 907-343-4024 for title.

 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Volunteer Time at Chugiak-Eagle River

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
ERC Program Room at Chugiak-Eagle River
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens

No registration needed, just show up. We may ask you to dust, clean, shelve, or assist with program preparation. For teens ages 13-18 only.

Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Event Details:

No registration needed, just show up. We may ask you to dust, clean, shelve, or assist with program preparation. For teens ages 13-18 only.

This event is in the "Children" group

LEGO Time at Loussac

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Youth Services at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Children

Stop by for some free build time - just bring your imagination!

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

Stop by for some free build time - just bring your imagination!

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

Sensory Stations at Loussac

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Learning Commons at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Infants and Toddlers, Preschool, Family

Explore the FIVE senses through hands-on sensory stations this winter break!

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

Explore the FIVE senses through hands-on sensory stations this winter break!

This event is in the "Family" group

Cards & Letters Workshop at Muldoon

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Muldoon - Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Family

All are welcome to create cards and stationery to keep or send. Use our supplies and keep what you make. Note: staining art media, scissors, small parts available. 

Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Muldoon - Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

All are welcome to create cards and stationery to keep or send. Use our supplies and keep what you make. Note: staining art media, scissors, small parts available. 

This event is in the "All ages" group

Yak 'n' Yarn Fiber Arts at Muldoon

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Muldoon - Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
All ages

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

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

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

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Build it! at Chugiak-Eagle River

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
ERC Program Room at Chugiak-Eagle River
Program Type:
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Children, Family

Winter Break Fun! Come build with the library's LEGO, wooden blocks, Lincoln Logs, & cardboard!

 

Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC Program Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Event Details:

Winter Break Fun! Come build with the library's LEGO, wooden blocks, Lincoln Logs, & cardboard!

 

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

Movie Matinee at Mountain View

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Mountain View - Community Room at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Family, All ages

Come on by and watch a movie at the library for free! Concessions provided.

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

Come on by and watch a movie at the library for free! Concessions provided.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Gerrish Book Club

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Discussion / Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for the Gerrish Book Club discussion. December’s title is The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. 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. December’s title is The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. Cookies and coffee provided!

This event is in the "Family" group

Sticker Contest Studio (Repeat) at Muldoon

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Muldoon - Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Family

Youth ages 5 to 18, use our supplies to make your design for our Youth Sticker Contest! 

Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Muldoon - Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Youth ages 5 to 18, use our supplies to make your design for our Youth Sticker Contest! 

This event is in the "Family" group

Family Storytime at Muldoon

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Muldoon - Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family

Approximately 30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes ideal for children ages 3-5 with caregiver, followed by free play or an activity. All families are welcome! 

Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Muldoon - Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Approximately 30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes ideal for children ages 3-5 with caregiver, followed by free play or an activity. All families are welcome! 

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Free Play Mornings at Gerrish

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Preschool, Family

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

 

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

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

 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Game On! at Chugiak-Eagle River

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 5:30pm
ERC Program Room at Chugiak-Eagle River
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Children, Family, Teens

Winter Break Fun! Kids of all ages, come play a board game from the library’s collection or try a game on our Nintendo Switch.

 

Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC Program Room
Age Group: Children, Family, Teens
Program Type: Fun and Games
Event Details:

Winter Break Fun! Kids of all ages, come play a board game from the library’s collection or try a game on our Nintendo Switch.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

Family Storytime at Mountain View

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Mountain View - Community Room at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants and Toddlers, Preschool

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.

 

Location: Mountain View Library, 120 Bragaw St

Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mountain View - Community 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.

 

Location: Mountain View Library, 120 Bragaw St