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Artist Trading Card Club at Muldoon

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Muldoon - Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens

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. 

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

Cribbage at Chugiak-Eagle River

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
ERC - Main Floor at Chugiak-Eagle River
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Family, Teens, Adults

Are you curious about cribbage: a game of card strategy, counting skills, and luck? Did you used to play, but need a refresher? Are you an expert who wants to help other people learn?

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

Are you curious about cribbage: a game of card strategy, counting skills, and luck? Did you used to play, but need a refresher? Are you an expert who wants to help other people learn?

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Crafternoon: Paper Chain at Loussac

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for an afternoon of crafts. Each session is a different craft. 

This Week: Paper Chain

Build a paper chain using leftover wrapping paper or draw your own art and turn it into paper chain links.

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of crafts. Each session is a different craft. 

This Week: Paper Chain

Build a paper chain using leftover wrapping paper or draw your own art and turn it into paper chain links.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Game Time at Loussac

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Teens

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

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Teen Space
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!

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

Family Game Time at Mountain View

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain View - Community Room at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Children, Family, Teens

Family Game Time is a chance for kids and their grown-ups to enjoy games side by side. We’ll have an Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and Wii available, along with a variety of board games and card games for all ages.

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

Family Game Time is a chance for kids and their grown-ups to enjoy games side by side. We’ll have an Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and Wii available, along with a variety of board games and card games for all ages.

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

People Mover Training at Mountain View

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us this month for a hands-on learning experience with People Mover!
In partnership with the Anchorage Public Library, the People Mover Travel Trainer will present at
recurring gatherings to teach you how to:

Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Class
Event Details:

Join us this month for a hands-on learning experience with People Mover!
In partnership with the Anchorage Public Library, the People Mover Travel Trainer will present at
recurring gatherings to teach you how to:

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, January 16, 2026 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 "Teens" group

Teen Volunteer Time at Muldoon

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Muldoon - Main Floor at Muldoon Library
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: 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

Friday, January 16, 2026 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 grades 7-12 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 grades 7-12 only.

This event is in the "Teens" group

VolunTEEN Fridays at Loussac

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens

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. 

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. 

APL Branches Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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

All Branch Libraries will be closed today (01/17/2026) for Martin Luther King Jr. Day (01/19/2026)

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

All Branch Libraries will be closed today (01/17/2026) for Martin Luther King Jr. Day (01/19/2026)

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Movie Night at Loussac

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Salmon Meeting Room at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Teens

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

This Month: Marvel's Thunderbolts*, starring Florence Pugh, Rated PG-13

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Salmon Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

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

This Month: Marvel's Thunderbolts*, starring Florence Pugh, Rated PG-13

Loussac Library Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

All Day
Z.J. Loussac Library

Loussac Library Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Closing
Branches:
Z.J. Loussac Library
Description:

Loussac Library Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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

Zine Workshop

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Learning Commons at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn how to make a zine from Rasmuson Foundation Individual Artist Award winner MK and make a zine to take home with you.

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Learning Commons
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Class
Event Details:

Learn how to make a zine from Rasmuson Foundation Individual Artist Award winner MK and make a zine to take home with you.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Game Time at Loussac

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Teens

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

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Teen Space
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!

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

Stitch & Share: Knitting and Crochet Club at Mountain View

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Mountain View - Community Room at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Class, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Come to the library for a cozy crafting afternoon where creativity meets community! Whether you're a beginner ready to learn or a seasoned knitter, this club welcomes all skill levels.

Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mountain View - Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Class, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Come to the library for a cozy crafting afternoon where creativity meets community! Whether you're a beginner ready to learn or a seasoned knitter, this club welcomes all skill levels.

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, January 23, 2026 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 "Teens" group

Teen Volunteer Time at Muldoon

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Muldoon - Main Floor at Muldoon Library
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: 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

Friday, January 23, 2026 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 grades 7-12 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 grades 7-12 only.

This event is in the "Teens" group

VolunTEEN Fridays at Loussac

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens

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. 

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

Knit a Bit with Kim! at Muldoon

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Muldoon - Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Family, Teens, Adults

Learn to knit!

Closed
Registration Available
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Muldoon - Program Room
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

Learn to knit!

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

Author Talk at Gerrish

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Family, Teens, Adults

Get ready for an exciting panel discussion with three Alaskan authors!

Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Get ready for an exciting panel discussion with three Alaskan authors!

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All ages" group

Community School Fair 2026

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Learning Commons at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Family, Teens, Adults, All ages

Explore multiple schooling options for your child and meet representatives from homeschool alternatives, private schools, and the Anchorage School District. We also offer a Preschool Pavilion for preschool, Head Start

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Learning Commons
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Family, Teens, Adults, All ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Explore multiple schooling options for your child and meet representatives from homeschool alternatives, private schools, and the Anchorage School District. We also offer a Preschool Pavilion for preschool, Head Start

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Game Time at Loussac

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Teens

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

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Teen Space
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!