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

Family Storytime at Gerrish

Wednesday, December 31, 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

Noon Year's Eve Dance Party at Loussac

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
Youth Services at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Fun and Games
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Family

It's the biggest event of winter break! Make a craft or join DJ Spencer Lee on the dance floor, and don't miss the balloon drop as we count down to the New Year at noon!

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

It's the biggest event of winter break! Make a craft or join DJ Spencer Lee on the dance floor, and don't miss the balloon drop as we count down to the New Year at noon!

Early Closure

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Z.J. Loussac Library, Mountain View Library

Loussac and Mountain View Libraries will close early today (6 PM - 12/31/25) for New Years Eve.

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

Loussac and Mountain View Libraries will close early today (6 PM - 12/31/25) for New Years Eve.

All APL Locations Closed for New Years

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 (1/1/26) for New Years.

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 (1/1/26) for New Years.

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

Winter Fun with the Campbell Creek Science Center

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learning Commons at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Children, Family

Cap off winter break with a winter science program with our friends at Campbell Creek Science Center. Learn about animal tracks, how animals stay warm, winter safety, and more! We'll also make snowflake crafts.

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Learning Commons
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Event Details:

Cap off winter break with a winter science program with our friends at Campbell Creek Science Center. Learn about animal tracks, how animals stay warm, winter safety, and more! We'll also make snowflake crafts.

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

Family Storytime at Loussac

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytheater at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants and Toddlers, Preschool, Family

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.

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

Family Storytime at Gerrish

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Family

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 and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Preschool, 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 and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Family" group

WIC Nutrition Storytime at Muldoon

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Muldoon - Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family

Join WIC representatives for a fun, all-ages nutrition storytime, then try out a healthy snack activity. Ideal for children ages 18 months+ with caregiver; all families welcome. 

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

Join WIC representatives for a fun, all-ages nutrition storytime, then try out a healthy snack activity. Ideal for children ages 18 months+ with caregiver; all families welcome. 

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

Family Storytime at Chugiak-Eagle River

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
ERC Program Room at Chugiak-Eagle River
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants and Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family

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.

Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC 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.

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

Game Night at Gerrish

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Children, Family, Adults

Use our wide variety of board, dice, or card games or play with our Wii, Nintendo Switch or X-box or bring your own game! 

 

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

Use our wide variety of board, dice, or card games or play with our Wii, Nintendo Switch or X-box or bring your own game! 

 

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

Mini Visions at Mountain View

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mountain View - Community Room at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Children, Family

Create a vision board bookmark or card inspired by words, colors, and ideas you want to carry into the new year.

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

Create a vision board bookmark or card inspired by words, colors, and ideas you want to carry into the new year.

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 "Family" group

Family Storytime at Muldoon

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 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

Family Storytime at Gerrish

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Family

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 and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Preschool, 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 and their caregivers.

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 "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

Family Storytime at Chugiak-Eagle River

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
ERC Program Room at Chugiak-Eagle River
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants and Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family

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.

Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC 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.

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

Game Night at Gerrish

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Children, Family, Adults

Use our wide variety of board, dice, or card games or play with our Wii, Nintendo Switch or X-box or bring your own game! 

 

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

Use our wide variety of board, dice, or card games or play with our Wii, Nintendo Switch or X-box or bring your own game! 

 

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

Family Puzzle Night

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Children, Family

Did the carnivore do it? Do you have an eagle eye for I Spy? Can you move the red car out of traffic? How many wires can you balance on the hanger? We have a lot of new puzzles for you to try, along with some traditional ones in pieces. 

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

Did the carnivore do it? Do you have an eagle eye for I Spy? Can you move the red car out of traffic? How many wires can you balance on the hanger? We have a lot of new puzzles for you to try, along with some traditional ones in pieces. 

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

Family Movie Night at Gerrish

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Children, Family

Come get warm and enjoy a movie at the library! Popcorn will be provided. Please call 907-343-4024 for title. 

 

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

Come get warm and enjoy a movie at the library! Popcorn will be provided. Please call 907-343-4024 for title.