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Silent Reading Party

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Ann Stevens Room/Galleria at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Ann Stevens Room/Galleria
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Free Play Mornings

Free Play Mornings at Gerrish

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Play with library toys, make friends and check out books! 

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!

 

Family Storytime at Mountain View

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Mt View Community Meeting Room at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants and Toddlers, Preschool
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: 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

Zine Workshop

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Learning Commons at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Class, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to make a zine, a mini self-published magazine, from Rasmuson Foundation Individual Artist Award winner MK & make a zine to take home with you.

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

Learn how to make a zine, a mini self-published magazine, from Rasmuson Foundation Individual Artist Award winner MK & make a zine to take home with you.

Free Play Mornings

Free Play Mornings at Gerrish

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Play with library toys, make friends and check out books! 

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!

 

Listening Post at MV

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mt View Entry Way at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Volunteer
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

To be listened to is a moment of being received without having to prove anything. And who doesn’t need that?To listen, as well as to be listened to, brings forth a moment of humani...

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?

Teen Game Time at Mountain View

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mt View Community Meeting Room at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Use our Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, board games, and card games to build strategic thinking and good sporting conduct. Meet new gaming friends, too!

Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mt View Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Fun and Games
Event Details:

Use our Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, board games, and card games to build strategic thinking and good sporting conduct. Meet new gaming friends, too!

Teen Game Time at Loussac

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Underground at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

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

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

Dish! Cookbook Club

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ann Stevens Room/Galleria at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Whether you're a seasoned home chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this program offers a wonderful opportunity to expand your culinary horizons and connect with fellow food lovers. ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Ann Stevens Room/Galleria
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Whether you're a seasoned home chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this program offers a wonderful opportunity to expand your culinary horizons and connect with fellow food lovers.

Listening Post at MV

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mt View Entry Way at Mountain View Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Volunteer
Age Group:
All ages
Event Details:

To be listened to is a moment of being received without having to prove anything. And who doesn’t need that?To listen, as well as to be listened to, brings forth a moment of humani...

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?

Game Night

Game Night at Gerrish

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Family
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!  

Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Family
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! 

 

Dungeons and Dragons @ Loussac

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Learning Commons at Z.J. Loussac Library
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 fo...

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.

Computer & Tech Help

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Raven Computer Lab at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults
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 l...

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Raven Computer Lab
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. 

Family Gaming at Muldoon

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

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: 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. 

Teen Volunteer Time at Muldoon

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Floor at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
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.

Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: 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.

VolunTEEN Fridays at Loussac

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Underground at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
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 compl...

Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Teen Underground
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.

LEGO Time at Loussac

Saturday, May 10, 2025 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!

Saturday Morning Storytime at Muldoon

Saturday, May 10, 2025 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. ...

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. 

Preschool Open Play at Chugiak-Eagle River

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Eagle River Program Room at Chugiak-Eagle River
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Drop in and enjoy our space to meet and socialize with other caregivers and preschoolers. Play with the library’s toys, look at books, and have fun!

Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: Eagle River Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Fun and Games
Event Details:

Drop in and enjoy our space to meet and socialize with other caregivers and preschoolers. Play with the library’s toys, look at books, and have fun!

Countdown to Kindergarten at Loussac

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
Learning Commons at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Fun and Games
Age Group:
Preschool, Family
Event Details:

Help your child master school readiness skills in the year before starting kindergarten while earning books and other prizes! Countdown to Kindergarten is for children 3 to 5 years...

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

Help your child master school readiness skills in the year before starting kindergarten while earning books and other prizes! Countdown to Kindergarten is for children 3 to 5 years old with their adult caregivers.

Senior Saturday at Muldoon

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Floor at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Time especially for seniors to get one-on-one help with technology, community resource navigation, and traditional library reference. 

Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: 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. 

Artist Trading Card Club at Muldoon

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Program Room at Muldoon Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens
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. ...

Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: 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 month's theme is: flowers!

Early Literacy Games at Loussac

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services at Z.J. Loussac Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Try out different early literacy, language, and math toys to help prepare preschoolers for Kindergarten while having fun at the same time. Stay and play, meet some new families, an...

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

Try out different early literacy, language, and math toys to help prepare preschoolers for Kindergarten while having fun at the same time. Stay and play, meet some new families, and check out some books.

Free Play Mornings

Free Play Mornings at Gerrish

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Play with library toys, make friends and check out books! 

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!