Summer Discovery at Anchorage Public Library
The best way for children to keep their reading skills up and be ready for the next school year is just to read! APL is here to encourage reading and learning with our annual Summer Discovery program.
Library Leadership
General Questions,
askalibrarian@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2975
Marjorie Harrison, Library Director
marjorie.harrison@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2892
Elizabeth Nicolai, Assistant Director
elizabeth.nicolai@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2909
Samantha Blanquart, Youth Services Coordinator
samantha.blanquart@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2840
Sarah Preskitt, Adult Services Coordinator, Alaska Collection Librarian
sarah.preskitt@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2856
Emily Paige, Collection Management Services Coordinator
emily.paige@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2925
Celia Hartz, Automation and Patron Services Coordinator
celia.hartz@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2972
Misty Rose Nesvick, Communications Coordinator
misty.nesvick@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2974
Library Administration/System-Wide Staff
Kristie Nelsen, Virtual Engagement Librarian
kristine.nelsen@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2981
Brendan Farrell, Facilities Manager
brendan.farrell@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2859
Rick Henderson, Room Reservations & Volunteers
rick.henderson@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2906
Lina Kianipour, Interlibrary Loan Assistant
lina.kianipour@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2826
Branch Library Contact Information
Mountain View
Rayette Sterling, Branch Manager
rayette.sterling@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2907
Muldoon
Jim Curran, Branch Manager
james.curran@anchorageak.gov
907-343-4030
Scott & Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood)
Katarina Pavic, Branch Manager
katarina.pavic@anchorageak.gov
907-343-4074
Chugiak-Eagle River
Stephanie Schott, Branch Manager
stephanie.schott@anchorageak.gov
907-343-1533
Get To Know Library Director Marjorie Harrison
Anchorage Public Library welcomed a new director in February of 2025. Learn more about her and her vision for APL.
Keep Your Car Ready for the Road
Anchorage Public Library is now offering online access to auto repair manuals through ChiltonLibrary. Get accurate repair and maintenance information on most cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs on the road today.