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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: 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 "Family" group.

Open Crafting at Muldoon

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Family
Muldoon Library
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

We set out the materials— you bring the creativity.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Monster Art at Loussac

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Learning Commons
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Create your own creature! Make a 3D cardboard sculpture, assemble a creepy collage, or team up with a friend to draw a surprise monster!

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 "All ages" group.

Yak 'n' Yarn Fiber Arts at Muldoon

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

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: 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: Eagle River Program 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 "Family" group.

Open Crafting at Muldoon

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Family
Muldoon Library
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

We set out the materials— you bring the creativity.

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

Crafty Creations at Mountain View

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Family
Mountain View Library
Library Branch: Mountain View Library
Room: Mt View Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity at the library! Join us for creative craft time, a fun and relaxed crafting session for kids ages 6-12. We’ll provide the supplies—you bring your imagination!

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

Design Your Own Bookmark at Chugiak-Eagle River

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

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

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: 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: fools! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: 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.

Poetry Month for Teens: Blackout Poetry

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Teen Underground
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Writing Group
Event Details:

April is National Poetry Month. Join us in the Teen Underground on the 2nd floor for an afternoon of creating Blackout Poetry using old scrap book pages.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pro-CRAFT-inators

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Raven Computer Lab
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 "Family" group.

Open Crafting at Muldoon

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Family
Muldoon Library
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

We set out the materials— you bring the creativity.

All APL Locations Closed for Staff Training

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 (4/17/25) for a staff training day.

Staff Training Day

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 Anchorage Public Library's will be closed Thursday April 17, due to staff training. Branches will reopen on Friday at normal hours

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 "All ages" group.

Yak 'n' Yarn Fiber Arts at Muldoon

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

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

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: Mt View Community Meeting 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 "Adults" group.

Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: 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 "Family" group.

Open Crafting at Muldoon

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Family
Muldoon Library
Library Branch: Muldoon Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

We set out the materials— you bring the creativity.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Library Branch: Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
Age Group: 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.

Poetry Month for Teens: Haiku, Tanaga, and More

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Z.J. Loussac Library
Library Branch: Z.J. Loussac Library
Room: Teen Underground
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Writing Group
Event Details:

April is National Poetry Month. Join us in the Teen Underground on the 2nd floor for an afternoon of creating Haiku, Tanaga, and other poems.