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February
March
I Read What I Want Book Club is for those who love reading but don’t want to be tied down. Anyone who wants to talk books can come in and give reviews for whatever they are reading to the group. Meetings are on the second Tuesday of the month in Loussac Library's Raven room (3rd floor).
No assigned books, any genres, no judgment – just read what you want!
Artificial intelligence is no longer science fiction—it’s in our phones, our shopping carts, and our classrooms. In this talk, Dr. Tonia Dousay, Dean of the UAA School of Education, unpacks what AI really is (and isn’t), explores how teachers and students are already utilizing it, and tackles significant questions about ethics, bias, and the future of learning. With stories that range from Neal Stephenson’s The Diamond Age to real examples from Alaska classrooms, she invites us to imagine how AI can support—not replace—the human side of education.
This presentation is offered as part of Anchorage Public Library's continuing Expanding Horizons lecture series.
Join us for the Gerrish Book Club discussion. March’s title is Reader’s Choice! Read a book of your choice, discover new favorites and be part of the conversation! Cookies and coffee provided!
Explore your inner Sherlock Holmes or Mrs. Marple. Join us to share your favorite Mystery books. Choose your own book for each discussion based on a monthly theme and share it with others. Check our Mystery Book Club Webpage for this month's theme.
Email Tamzan Barnes at Tamzan.barnes@anchorageak.gov for the meeting link if you plan to attend virtually.
April
Join the Center for Safe Alaskans for a teen driving practice test.
The Center for Safe Alaskans offers a free computer-based driving tool to test teen's (aged 13+) ability to handle road hazards. Drivers see right away how they did and how they compare to other drivers. They'll get tips to learn safe driving skills through short videos.
Driving test takes approx. 20 minutes.
Preparing for end of life involves some tough conversations, but it can be easier with an expert and a therapy dog by your side. Come join UAA Professor Dr. Corrie Whitmore and our furry friend while we fill out Advanced Health Care Directives and learn more about other ways to start preparing now. Come by yourself or bring family along to be a part of the conversation.
Join Dr. Ruby Fried from UAA for a lecture on Traditional Food Security in Alaska, as part of our continuing Expanding Horizons lecture series here at Anchorage Public Library.
This "Planning Ahead for the End of Your Life" workshop will share the documents - including an advanced healthcare directive, medical power of attorney, will, and disposition/funeral plan - you can complete now to make the end of life transition easier when it comes. UAA Health Sciences professor Dr. Corrie Whitmore will briefly describe the decisions outlined in these documents and discuss steps you can take today to prepare for the end of your life, as part of our continuing Expanding Horizons lecture series at Anchorage Public Library.
It's that time of year again-- time to be bear aware! Get to know Alaska's wildlife and how to stay safe on all your adventures with a presentation by AK Fish & Game.
I Read What I Want Book Club is for those who love reading but don’t want to be tied down. Anyone who wants to talk books can come in and give reviews for whatever they are reading to the group. Meetings are on the second Tuesday of the month in Loussac Library's Raven room (3rd floor).
No assigned books, any genres, no judgment – just read what you want!
We live in a time when effectively engaging in dialogues with people with whom we disagree seems harder than ever and more critical than ever. Join UAA Director Emerita Libby Roderick to learn about how to approach Difficult Dialogues, as part of our continuing Expanding Horizons lecture series at Anchorage Public Library.
Explore your inner Sherlock Holmes or Mrs. Marple. Join us to share your favorite Mystery books. Choose your own book for each discussion based on a monthly theme and share it with others. Check our Mystery Book Club Webpage for this month's theme.
Email Tamzan Barnes at Tamzan.barnes@anchorageak.gov for the meeting link if you plan to attend virtually.
Join us for the Gerrish Book Club discussion. April’s title is 1Q84 by Haruki Murakami. Cookies and coffee provided!
As part of April Financial Literacy Month, the Alaska Chapter of BetterInvesting is hosting a financial book discussion on April 29, 2026 (5th Wednesday of April), which will cover "Buffett's 2-Step Stock Market Strategy?" by Danial Jiwani. There are eBooks of it available on Hoopla through the Anchorage Public Library. This book aims to teach beginner investors how to apply Warren Buffett's principles for stock market success, focusing on a two-step process for buying stocks, risk management, and long-term wealth building. The book breaks down when to buy and sell, what to look for in a stock, and common beginner mistakes, based on Jiwani's own experience and research into successful investors.
The book discussion is appropriate for any investor and for those who want to learn more about personal finances. Our goal is to provide information and education to help you improve your investment results.
Diane Akers - Director of the Alaska Chapter will be leading the discussion and answering questions. The class will last around 1 hour including a question and answer period. We will be also hosting the discussion online using Go-to-Meeting for those who choose not to attend in person.
Registration is recommended, but not required.
May
I Read What I Want Book Club is for those who love reading but don’t want to be tied down. Anyone who wants to talk books can come in and give reviews for whatever they are reading to the group. Meetings are on the second Tuesday of the month in Loussac Library's Raven room (3rd floor).
No assigned books, any genres, no judgment – just read what you want!
Join Dr. Claudia Cannatelli from the University of Alaska Anchorage for a lecture on Volcanoes and Geologic Hazards in Alaska, as part of our continuing Expanding Horizons lecture series here at Anchorage Public Library.
Explore your inner Sherlock Holmes or Mrs. Marple. Join us to share your favorite Mystery books. Choose your own book for each discussion based on a monthly theme and share it with others. Check our Mystery Book Club Webpage for this month's theme.
Email Tamzan Barnes at Tamzan.barnes@anchorageak.gov for the meeting link if you plan to attend virtually.
June
I Read What I Want Book Club is for those who love reading but don’t want to be tied down. Anyone who wants to talk books can come in and give reviews for whatever they are reading to the group. Meetings are on the second Tuesday of the month in Loussac Library's Raven room (3rd floor).
No assigned books, any genres, no judgment – just read what you want!
July
I Read What I Want Book Club is for those who love reading but don’t want to be tied down. Anyone who wants to talk books can come in and give reviews for whatever they are reading to the group. Meetings are on the second Tuesday of the month in Loussac Library's Raven room (3rd floor).
No assigned books, any genres, no judgment – just read what you want!
August
I Read What I Want Book Club is for those who love reading but don’t want to be tied down. Anyone who wants to talk books can come in and give reviews for whatever they are reading to the group. Meetings are on the second Tuesday of the month in Loussac Library's Raven room (3rd floor).
No assigned books, any genres, no judgment – just read what you want!
September
I Read What I Want Book Club is for those who love reading but don’t want to be tied down. Anyone who wants to talk books can come in and give reviews for whatever they are reading to the group. Meetings are on the second Tuesday of the month in Loussac Library's Raven room (3rd floor).
No assigned books, any genres, no judgment – just read what you want!
October
I Read What I Want Book Club is for those who love reading but don’t want to be tied down. Anyone who wants to talk books can come in and give reviews for whatever they are reading to the group. Meetings are on the second Tuesday of the month in Loussac Library's Raven room (3rd floor).
No assigned books, any genres, no judgment – just read what you want!
November
I Read What I Want Book Club is for those who love reading but don’t want to be tied down. Anyone who wants to talk books can come in and give reviews for whatever they are reading to the group. Meetings are on the second Tuesday of the month in Loussac Library's Raven room (3rd floor).
No assigned books, any genres, no judgment – just read what you want!
December
I Read What I Want Book Club is for those who love reading but don’t want to be tied down. Anyone who wants to talk books can come in and give reviews for whatever they are reading to the group. Meetings are on the second Tuesday of the month in Loussac Library's Raven room (3rd floor).
No assigned books, any genres, no judgment – just read what you want!
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