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Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Do you knit, crochet or sew or are you a beginner looking for a start? Join us for a weekly meetup and bring your ideas or current projects.

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

Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Do you knit, crochet or sew or are you a beginner looking for a start? Join us for a weekly meetup and bring your ideas or current projects.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Create Something Special at Chugiak-Eagle River

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERTC Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

A social gathering and craft time for adults who experience special needs. Discover your creative side with simple crafts and spend time with old and new friends. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Crafternoon: Bookmarks at Loussac

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Z.J. Loussac Library
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: Bookmarks

All APL Locations Closed for Staff Training

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

All APL locations will be closed today (4/16/25) for a staff training day.

This event is in the "Children" group

Craft Time at Loussac

10:00am–5:00pm
Children
Z.J. Loussac Library
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Artist Trading Card Club at Muldoon

11:30am–1:00pm
Teens
Muldoon Library
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "All ages" group

Peeps Diorama Construction Party

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, All ages
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Learning Commons
Age Group: Adults, All ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Are you participating in the Peep Show diorama contest? Join us for a construction party to get inspired and work on your creation.

This event is in the "All ages" group

Yak 'n' Yarn Fiber Arts at Muldoon

2:30pm–4:30pm
All ages
Muldoon Library
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Muldoon - Program Room
Age Group: All ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Finish your masterpiece in a sociable environment. All ages, all projects welcome. We'd love to see what you are working on. 

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

Pokémon Play Day at Mountain View

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Family
Mountain View Library
Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mountain View - Community Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Fun and Games
Event Details:

Calling all young Pokémon fans! Join us at the library for an afternoon of Pokémon fun. Learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game, meet other fans, and make your own Pokémon-themed crafts to take home.

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

Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Do you knit, crochet or sew or are you a beginner looking for a start? Join us for a weekly meetup and bring your ideas or current projects.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Pro-CRAFT-inators at Loussac

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Raven Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Pick up hobbies and crafts you have been procrastinating working on. Get help, get inspired, finish the project.

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

Stitch & Share: Knitting and Crochet Club at Mountain View

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens, Adults
Mountain View Library
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 "Family" group

3 Garden Mini Projects at Muldoon

11:30am–12:30pm
Family
Muldoon Library
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Muldoon - Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Three projects to choose from! Make a seed-starting mini greenhouse, create a mini upcycled window terrarium, or make decorations for your garden. Keep what you make! Note: staining art materials, scissors, and small parts in use.

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

Design Your Own Library Card or Bookmark at Chugiak-Eagle River

All Day
Children, Family
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC Program Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week by designing your own custom library card or bookmark. Supplies provided, just bring your love of the library!

This event is in the "Family" group

3 Garden Mini Projects at Muldoon

11:30am–12:30pm
Family
Muldoon Library
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Muldoon - Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Three projects to choose from! Make a seed-starting mini greenhouse, create a mini upcycled window terrarium, or make decorations for your garden. Keep what you make! Note: staining art materials, scissors, and small parts in use.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All ages" group

Peep Show & Diorama Contest

12:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, All ages
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Ann Stevens Room/Galleria
Age Group: Adults, All ages
Program Type: Community Event, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Express your artistic vision through sugar-coated marshmallow! Individuals, groups and families are invited to create dioramas on literary or popular culture themes using marshmallow Peeps. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Craft Club: Button Making at Loussac

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Learning Commons
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Make your own wearable pins! You make the design then we'll walk you through using the button maker.

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

Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Do you knit, crochet or sew or are you a beginner looking for a start? Join us for a weekly meetup and bring your ideas or current projects.

This event is in the "Children" group

Craft Time at Loussac

10:00am–5:00pm
Children
Z.J. Loussac Library
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All ages" group

Community for Crafters

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults, All ages
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERC - Main Floor
Age Group: Adults, All ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Come to the library for some crafting, creativity, and community.

This event is in the "Infants and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Baby Bubble Ball

11:00am–12:30pm
Infants and Toddlers, Preschool
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Learning Commons
Age Group: Infants and Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Fun and Games
Event Details:

Join us for the Baby Bubble Ball, a prom-like celebration for children under 3 and their caregivers. 

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

Artist Trading Card Club at Muldoon

11:30am–1:00pm
Children, Family, Teens
Muldoon Library
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Muldoon - Program Room
Age Group: Children, Family, 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 "Adults" group

Create Something Special at Chugiak-Eagle River

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Chugiak-Eagle River
Library Branch: Chugiak-Eagle River
Room: ERTC Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

A social gathering and craft time for adults who experience special needs. Discover your creative side with simple crafts and spend time with old and new friends.