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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!

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!

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.

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.

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!

Cards & Letters Workshop at Muldoon

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Writing Group
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Skill level: requires basic reading and writing ability. Learn how to write a letter or thank-you note that will make someone smile, then decorate your own cards or stationery...

Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Writing Group
Event Details:

Skill level: requires basic reading and writing ability. 

Learn how to write a letter or thank-you note that will make someone smile, then decorate your own cards or stationery. 

 

Craft Time at Loussac

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Youth Services at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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

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.

Saturday Morning Storytime at Muldoon

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Enjoy an all-ages storytime plus time to browse the library before we're officially open. Arrive as early as 10:00 AM; call 907-343-4032 for entry. Stories start at 10:30 AM. All f...

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

Enjoy an all-ages storytime plus time to browse the library before we're officially open. Arrive as early as 10:00 AM; call 907-343-4032 for entry. Stories start at 10:30 AM. All families welcome. 

Pawsitive Reading at Muldoon

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Kids in grades K-4 (or any learner) take turns reading to a patient, nonjudgmental, Red Cross-certified therapy dog. Appointments are 15 minutes long. Sign up in person, beginning ...

Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Kids in grades K-4 (or any learner) take turns reading to a patient, nonjudgmental, Red Cross-certified therapy dog. Appointments are 15 minutes long. Sign up in person, beginning at 1:00 PM on the day of the event. 

Chat with a Park Ranger at Mountain View

Tuesday, December 10, 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!

PAWSitive Reading at Chugiak-Eagle River

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Eagle River Program Room at Chugiak-Eagle River
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Reading sessions are 10-15 minutes long and are scheduled on a first come basis with the last session starting at 4:15 pm. Sign-up will open at 2:45 pm with the first session start...

Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: Eagle River Program Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Reading sessions are 10-15 minutes long and are scheduled on a first come basis with the last session starting at 4:15 pm. Sign-up will open at 2:45 pm with the first session starting at 3 pm.

Meet the Performers - AJT's Peter & the Wolf at Loussac

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytheatre at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Family
Event Details:

Meet the performers from Alaska Junior Theater's presentation of Peter & the Wolf, based on the musical composition written by Sergei Prokofiev. They'll share a readi...

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Storytheatre
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Family
Program Type: Community Event, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Meet the performers from Alaska Junior Theater's presentation of Peter & the Wolf, based on the musical composition written by Sergei Prokofiev.

PAWSitive Reading at Loussac

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Sign-up to read to a dog! Therapy dogs are patient listeners for new and struggling readers. Reading sessions are 15 minutes and can be reserved in-person starting at 3:45PM on the...

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

Sign-up to read to a dog! Therapy dogs are patient listeners for new and struggling readers. Reading sessions are 15 minutes and can be reserved in-person starting at 3:45PM on the day of the event.

Family Storytime at Chugiak-Eagle River

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Eagle River Program Room at Chugiak-Eagle River
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants and Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family
Event Details:

Join us for 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 careg...

Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: Eagle River Program Room
Age Group: Infants and Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for 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.

LEGO Time at Loussac

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Youth Services at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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!

Art Inspired at Loussac

Saturday, December 14, 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...

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.

Holiday Greeting Card Crafting at Mountain View

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Mt View Community Meeting Room at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Celebrate the season with fun and creativity by making holiday greeting cards for friends and family! Visit the library to design and decorate your own unique cards using a variety...

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

Celebrate the season with fun and creativity by making holiday greeting cards for friends and family!

Chat with a Park Ranger at Mountain View

Tuesday, December 17, 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!

Cards & Letters Workshop at Muldoon

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Writing Group
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Skill level: requires basic reading and writing ability. Learn how to write a letter or thank-you note that will make someone smile, then decorate your own cards or stationery...

Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Writing Group
Event Details:

Skill level: requires basic reading and writing ability. 

Learn how to write a letter or thank-you note that will make someone smile, then decorate your own cards or stationery. 

 

PAWSitive Reading at MV

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Mt View Community Meeting Room at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
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. ...

Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mt View Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
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

LEGO Club at Chugiak-Eagle River

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Eagle River Program Room at Chugiak-Eagle River
Program Type:
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Test your creativity - build a city or a spaceship or whatever you like at our free-build LEGO session. 

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

Test your creativity - build a city or a spaceship or whatever you like at our free-build LEGO session. 

Winter Crafternoon: Shape to Create at Loussac

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Rearrange paper shapes to create a variety of images!

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Rearrange paper shapes to create a variety of images!

Game On! at Chugiak-Eagle River

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Eagle River Program Room at Chugiak-Eagle River
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Children, Family, Teens
Event Details:

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: Eagle River Program Room
Age Group: Children, Family, Teens
Program Type: Fun and Games
Event Details:

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

 

Craft Time at Loussac

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Youth Services at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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

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.