Meet the Community Resource Coordinator (CRC) at APL
The CRC connects library patrons with available community resources through direct outreach and innovative programs, community events, and collaborations with community partners.
Prop 3 – Preserve the Past and Invest in the Future
The April municipal Vote-By-Mail election contains Proposition 3, a bond to rehabilitate essential municipal facilities, titled AREAWIDE FACILITIES CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT BONDS.
Author Henry Fountain Visits APL
Anchorage Public Library is thrilled to host “The Great Quake” author Henry Fountain. Join us at Loussac Library on March 28 at 6:30 pm, or at the Chugiak-Eagle River Library on March 30 at 3:00 pm.
Support the Library with your PFD
Support the Anchorage Public Library by choosing the Anchorage Library Foundation when you Pick.Click.Give. Gifts of $100 or more qualify for the 2020 Library Champion library card.
Tundra Vision: Bringing History to Life at Mountain View
The Tundra Vision Lecture Series offers a space to learn about the history of Alaska – while looking at how stories from Alaska’s past are impacting the lives of people today.
Get Down to Business at your Anchorage Public Library
Business owners and entrepreneurs we're here for you. Tune in to 650AM KENI for our limited edition Anchorline Podcast, Wednesdays in February, at 2pm. Plus check out our business resources.
SUGIHARA SURVIVORS: JEWISH & JAPANESE, PAST & PRESENT
Honor the Day of Remembrance with The Japanese American Citizens League Alaska Chapter’s photo exhibit, opening with a short documentary: Sugihara Survivors: Jewish and Japanese, Past and Present.
Database a Day during the month of January
To kick off 2019, Anchorage Public Library is diving in to databases! For the month of January, we'll be highlighting a different database or electronic resource from our collection.
Author Sherry Thomas Visits APL
Anchorage Public Library is thrilled to host best selling author Sherry Thomas. Join us at Loussac Library on February 7 at 6:30 pm, or at the Chugiak-Eagle River Library on February 9 at 3:00 pm.
Chugiak-Eagle River Branch Earthquake Update
The Chugiak-Eagle River library will open from 2 pm-6 pm on Friday, December 21 and Saturday, December 22. Regular hours start Wednesday, December 26. Thanks for your patience!
Become a Library Champion Today
Donate $100 or more to the Friends of the Library or Anchorage Library Foundation before Dec. 31, and you’ll get a special Library Champion library card with this amazing Octopus artwork by Laura Dewey.
Healthcare Navigators at Loussac Library
Do you need help finding quality affordable health insurance? United Way Healthcare Navigators will be at Loussac Library Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays through December 15.
APL Hours During Earthquake Cleanup
Through Friday, December 14: Loussac, Mountain View, Girdwood and Muldoon libraries are open regular hours. Chugiak-Eagle River library is closed until further notice.
Now Available at APL: Foundation Directory Online
Anchorage area nonprofits now have access to over 140,000 detailed profiles and giving histories of foundations and grantmakers with the Foundation Directory Online.
Between the Covers: Romance Book Club
Are you a romance reader looking for a place to talk about books you love to read? Join us for lively discussions, and get recommendations from a librarian knowledgeable in the genre.
Help Us Plan for the Future of APL
We're working on a new strategic plan. Where do you think our community is headed? What skills will our community members need to be successful in the future? Take our survey to share your thoughts.
Celebrating Alaska Book Week October 7-13
Alaska Book Week is an annual statewide event celebrating the written word. Readers of all ages are treated to a week of author talks, book signings, panel discussions and readings.
Banned Books Week 2018 at Anchorage Public Library
APL is marking Banned Books Week September 23-29 with a Banned Books Storytime for families on September 25 and Banned Books Quiz for the grownups on September 27.
Celebrating Welcoming Week 2018
Welcoming Week is a celebration bringing people together at community events to celebrate the contributions of immigrants and refugees and the role communities play to welcome everyone.
Homework is Coming. We Can Help.
The school year is just about to start, and APL is ready. Get online tutoring for subjects like math, English, and history. Work with a live tutor or use the resources to study independently.
Meet the Author: Carola Dunn Thursday, September 6
Anchorage Public Library is delighted to host mystery author, Carola Dunn at the Chugiak-Eagle River Senior Center from 2:30-4 pm, and in the Ann Stevens Room at Loussac from 7-8:30 pm.
The Future of the Alaska Collection
Keeping our history alive is an important part of the library’s mission. We would like broad community input to help us chart the future course for the Alaska Collection.
Cast Your Vote! The Great American Read
Watch the 8-part TV series on PBS that celebrates the power, passion and joy of reading through the lens of America's 100 best-loved books as chosen by the American public and vote for your favorite.
Can You Tell Me How to Get to Sesame Street?
Access more than 200 classic and new Sesame Street ebooks and audiobooks online anywhere, anytime through the Alaska State Library’s Statewide Library Electronic Doorway.
The Muldoon Micro Museum of Art @ Your Library
Local artists have a place to display their work at the Muldoon Micro Museum of Art in the Muldoon Library, while library visitors get to see the artistic talents of their friends and neighbors.
Author & Illustrator Visit: Nathan Hale June 5-7
Fans will have several chances to meet the best-selling author and illustrator of graphic novels and picture books including Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales, Rapunzel's Revenge, and One Trick Pony.
Celebrating 10 Years at the Gerrish Library
We're celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Scott & Wesley Gerrish Library and Community Room Building. Library boosters and the Turnagain Lions Club will host a BBQ and community activities Saturday, May 19 from 12-2 pm.
Mountain View Provides Access to 3D Printing
The Mountain View Library is encouraging patrons to get creative and try new technology. Using our 3D printer, community members have come in with an idea and turned that idea into reality.