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Listening Post at MV

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

Early Closure

6:00pm–8:00pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Z.J. Loussac Library, Mountain View Library
Description:

Loussac and Mountain View Libraries will close early today (6 PM - 12/24/25) for Christmas Eve.

All APL Locations Closed for Christmas

All Day
Some Branches
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 (12/25/25) for Christmas.

Youth Sticker Contest: Design Session at Mountain View

12:00pm–1:00pm
Children, Family
Mountain View Library
Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mountain View - Community Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Community Event, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Kids and teens are invited to stop by the library and create their entry for Anchorage Public Library’s Youth Sticker Contest! We’ll provide crayons, markers, colored pencils, paper, and other crafting supplies; just bring your creativity.

Family Movie Night at Gerrish

4:00pm–5:30pm
Children, Family, All ages
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Children, Family, All ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Come and enjoy your Winter Break at the library with a good movie and delicious popcorn! Please call 907-343-4024 for title.

 

Movie Matinee at Mountain View

3:30pm–5:30pm
Family, All ages
Mountain View Library
Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mountain View - Community Room
Age Group: Family, All ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Come on by and watch a movie at the library for free! Concessions provided.

Drop-in Tech Time

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

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

Noon Year's Eve Dance Party at Loussac

11:00am–12:15pm
Preschool, Children, Family
Z.J. Loussac Library
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!

Listening Post at MV

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

Early Closure

6:00pm–8:00pm
Some Branches
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
Some Branches
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.

Drop-in Tech Time

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

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

Dish! Cookbook Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Z.J. Loussac Library
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Ann Stevens Room/Galleria
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Registration Available
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.

Drop-in Tech Time

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

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

ACA Open Enrollment Navigation and Assistance

11:00am–4:00pm
Adults
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Raven Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

United Way Health Insurance Navigators will help with health insurance applications for the Affordable Care Act open enrollment.

APL Branches Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

All Day
Some Branches
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)

Drop-in Tech Time

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

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

Eagle River Fiber Spinners

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults, All ages
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
Age Group: Adults, 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. 

Drop-in Tech Time

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

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

Drop-in Tech Time

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

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

AARP Tax-Aid

10:00am–2:00pm
Adults
Mountain View Library
Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mountain View - Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event

Drop-in Tech Time

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

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

APL Branches Closed for President's Day

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

All Branch Libraries will be closed today (02/14/2026) for President's Day (02/16/2025)

Drop-in Tech Time

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

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