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Connect Muldoon at Muldoon Library

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Muldoon Library
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Free, walk-in help with resumes, job searching, and more from the AK Department of Labor plus visits from community partners like the Municipal Recruiter, People Mover, and more. Call 907-343-4032 to find out this month's lineup.

This event is in the "All ages" group

Listening Post at MV

2:00pm–4:00pm
All ages
Mountain View Library
Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mt 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?

This event is in the "Family" group

Game Night at Gerrish

4:00pm–6:00pm
Family
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Fun and Games
Event Details:

Kids of all ages, celebrate the last days of summer break and come use our wide variety of board, card, and dice games or play with our Wii, Nintendo Switch or X-box or bring your own game!

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

Grow North Garden Storytime

5:00pm–6:00pm
Infants and Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family
Mountain View Library
Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mt View - Lawn
Age Group: Infants and Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us at the Grow North Farm (3601 Mountain View Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508) for a special garden-themed storytime in partnership with Catholic Social Services RAIS!

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

Dungeons and Dragons @ Loussac

5:30pm–9:00pm
Teens, Adults
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Learning Commons
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join APL for an evening of Dungeons and Dragons! Both new and experienced players are welcome. This event is for teens and adults 14 and over. There will be two tables for beginners as well as space for you to bring your own campaign.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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 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 "Family" group

Family Gaming at Muldoon

3:30pm–5:30pm
Family
Muldoon Library
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Muldoon - Program Room
Age Group: Family
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

Family Movie: Disney's Snow White at Chugiak-Eagle River

3:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Family
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC Program Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Fun and Games
Event Details:

Try some simple activities as we watch Disney’s Snow White (2025, Live-Action, PG).

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 "Children" group

National Tell a Joke Day at Chugiak-Eagle River

All Day
Children
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Fun and Games
Event Details:

Tell a library staff member a joke today and get a sticker prize! (G and PG jokes only, please)

 

This event is in the "Children" group

National Tell a Joke Day at Gerrish

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

Tell a library staff member a joke today and get a sticker prize! (G and PG jokes only, please)

This event is in the "Children" group

National Tell a Joke Day at Loussac

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

Tell a youth library staff member a joke today and get a sticker prize! (G and PG jokes only, please)

 

This event is in the "All ages" group

National Tell A Joke Day at Muldoon

All Day
All ages
Muldoon Library
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Muldoon - Program Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Fun and Games
Event Details:

Tell us a joke and we'll give you a sticker! 

All ages welcome; please limit yourself to G or PG jokes.

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

Tell a Joke Day at Mountain View

All Day
Children, Family, All ages
Mountain View Library
Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Age Group: Children, Family, All ages
Event Details:

Celebrate National Tell a Joke Day all day at the Mountain View Library! Share a joke with the front desk staff to receive a small prize.

This event is in the "All ages" group

Eagle River Fiber Spinners

10:00am–12:00pm
All ages
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
Age Group: 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: Storytheatre
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 "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 "All ages" group

Watercolor Painting at Gerrish

3:30pm–5:00pm
All ages
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Join us as we use watercolors to paint flowers. All art supplies will be provided. Events start promptly. Please double check your destination to arrive on time to enjoy the program.

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

Music Together at Loussac

11:00am–11:45am
Infants and Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Learning Commons
Age Group: Infants and Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Class, Fun and Games
Event Details:

Enjoy 45 minutes of music and movement for families with children birth to 5 years. Sing, dance, wiggle, and jam together with Megon from Music Together Mountain Song!

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Free Play Mornings at Gerrish

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
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! Events start promptly. Please double check your destination to arrive on time to enjoy the program.

This event is in the "Children" group

Kids Summer Gardening Club at Mountain View

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Mountain View Library
Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mt View - Lawn
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Event Details:

Dig into gardening this summer with our bi-weekly Kids’ Gardening Club, presented in partnership with Anchor Gardens!

This event is in the "Children" group

3D Paper Sculptures at Loussac

4:00pm–5:30pm
Children
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Learning Commons
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Channel your creativity and utilize different techniques to make a 3D work of art out of paper!

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
Room: Mt 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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Pro-CRAFT-inators at Loussac

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Raven Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Pick up hobbies and crafts you have been procrastinating working on. Get help, get inspired, finish the project.