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Computer & Tech Help

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Z.J. Loussac Library
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, smart phones, and other technology. You will get help with software issues like email, Microsoft Office, etc. or get troubleshooting help with your laptop or phone.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Application Assistance at Mountain View

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Mountain View Library
Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mountain View - Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class
Event Details:

Get help completing paper and online applications and find resources that fit your needs.

This event is in the "Infants and Toddlers" group

Baby Storytime at Loussac

1:30pm–2:00pm
Infants and Toddlers
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Storytheater
Age Group: Infants and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Twenty minutes of nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays and action for infants, birth to 18 months, and their caregivers. Followed by a special baby playtime.

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

3:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Family, Teens
Muldoon Library
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 "Teens" group

Teen Volunteer Time at Muldoon

3:30pm–5:30pm
Teens
Muldoon Library
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Muldoon - Main Floor
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 "Teens" group

Teen Volunteer Time at Chugiak-Eagle River

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
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 grades 7-12 only.

This event is in the "Teens" group

VolunTEEN Fridays at Loussac

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Event Details:

Are you an Anchorage teen in 9th-12th grade in need of volunteer hours? Come to the Loussac Library every Friday from 4-5:30pm! We have plenty of tasks that need your help to complete. 

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

Eagle River Fiber Spinners

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults, All ages
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
Age Group: Adults, All ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

The Eagle River Spinners meet monthly to spin fiber together. New members are always welcome. Never spun before? Stop by for a for a free demonstration as the Spinners work on their own amazing yarns. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Craft Time at Loussac

10:00am–5:00pm
Children
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.

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

Family Storytime at Loussac

11:00am–11:30am
Infants and Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Storytheater
Age Group: Infants and Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A half hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills.

The first Family Storytime of the month will have an American Sign Language interpreter available.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Saturday at Muldoon

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Muldoon Library
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Muldoon - 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 "Teens" group

Artist Trading Card Club at Muldoon

11:30am–1:00pm
Teens
Muldoon Library
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Muldoon - Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Learn about making and trading Artist Trading Cards-- an easy way to express yourself and build up an original art collection. Suggested for ages 10+, but everyone's welcome. 

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

Peeps Diorama Construction Party

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, All ages
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Learning Commons
Age Group: Adults, All ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Are you participating in the Peep Show diorama contest? Join us for a construction party to get inspired and work on your creation.

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

Recipe Swap at Gerrish

1:00pm–2:00pm
Family, Adults
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Family, Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Bring a treasured dish and/or recipe to share with others. Try each others' food, swap recipes, share your stories about the dishes, and socialize.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Difficult Dialogues

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERTC Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion / Lecture
Event Details:

We live in a time when effectively engaging in dialogues with people with whom we disagree seems harder than ever and more critical than ever.

This event is in the "All ages" group

Yak 'n' Yarn Fiber Arts at Muldoon

2:30pm–4:30pm
All ages
Muldoon Library
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

Pokémon Play Day at Mountain View

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Family
Mountain View Library
Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mountain View - Community Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Fun and Games
Event Details:

Calling all young Pokémon fans! Join us at the library for an afternoon of Pokémon fun. Learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game, meet other fans, and make your own Pokémon-themed crafts to take home.

This event is in the "Family" group

Family Storytime at Muldoon

10:30am–11:30am
Family
Muldoon Library
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. This one is more story-based and less active than Parachute Storytime on Wednesdays.

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

Free Play Mornings at Gerrish

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool, Family
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
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 "Preschool" group

Preschool Storytime at Loussac

11:00am–11:30am
Preschool
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Storytheater
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Preschool storytime is a half hour of stories, songs and movement that build early literacy skills and prepare your preschooler ages three to five for Kindergarten.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Teens, 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

Application Assistance at Chugiak-Eagle River

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class
Event Details:

Library staff from the Community Resource Group can help you navigate paper or online applications and research what resources and opportunities best fit your needs.

This event is in the "Children" group

PAWSitive Reading at Chugiak-Eagle River

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Reading sessions are 10 minutes long and are scheduled on a first come basis with the last session starting at 4:20 pm. Sign-up will open at 3:15 pm with the first session starting at 3:30 pm.

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

Family Storytime at Mountain View

6:00pm–6:30pm
Infants and Toddlers, Preschool
Mountain View Library
Library Branch: Mountain View Library
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