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July
August
Join us at the library for an evening dedicated to educators and caregivers! Discover how the library can support students throughout the school year—with resources, programs, and partnerships designed to enrich learning inside and outside the classroom. Connect with library staff, explore tools for teaching and learning, and enjoy light refreshments as we kick off the new school year together.
Join us for August Cookbook Club! Make and share recipes from your favorite cookbooks! Events start promptly. Please double check your destination to arrive on time to enjoy the program.
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!
Join us at the library for an evening dedicated to educators and caregivers! Discover how the library can support students throughout the school year—with resources, programs, and partnerships designed to enrich learning inside and outside the classroom. Connect with library staff, explore tools for teaching and learning, and enjoy light refreshments as we kick off the new school year together.
As part of the Anchorage Public Library’s new Expanding Horizons Lecture Series, we are proud to welcome Dr. Forrest Nabors, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Alaska Anchorage, for a special lecture commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American founding.
In this engaging and timely talk, Dr. Nabors will explore the foundational principles that shaped the creation of the United States in 1776 and discuss their continued relevance in American civic life today. With a focus on liberty, self-government, and national unity, Dr. Nabors will guide us through the enduring legacy of the founding generation and what their vision means for our future.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Forrest Nabors is a nationally recognized scholar in American political thought and the author of From Oligarchy to Republicanism: The Great Task of Reconstruction. His current research is focused on the changing character of American government leading up to the Civil War and Reconstruction.
Don’t miss this opportunity to reflect on America’s past and future with one of Alaska’s leading voices in political thought.
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 this month for a discussion of Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. Coffee and Cookies provided!
October
Presented by Jeanné Larson from the Medicare Information Office, learn the basics of Medicare: eligibility, enrollment, coverage options, and how to set up an appointment if you need extra help. Whether you’re approaching 65, supporting a loved one, or just curious about how Medicare works, this program will give you the tools and confidence you need to make informed decisions.
Presented by Jeanné Larson from the Medicare Information Office, learn the basics of Medicare: eligibility, enrollment, coverage options, and how to set up an appointment if you need extra help. Whether you’re approaching 65, supporting a loved one, or just curious about how Medicare works, this program will give you the tools and confidence you need to make informed decisions.
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!
As part of the Anchorage Public Library’s Expanding Horizons Lecture Series, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Katherine Rawlins, astrophysicist and assistant professor at the University of Alaska Anchorage, for a fascinating journey into the unseen universe.
Dr. Rawlins will introduce audiences to the mysterious and powerful cosmic phenomena that can’t be seen with the naked eye—or even with ordinary telescopes. From elusive neutrinos and dark matter to black holes and distant cosmic rays, she’ll explain how scientists detect and study these invisible forces, and what they reveal about the nature of our universe.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Katherine Rawlins is an astrophysicist whose research focuses on high-energy particles from space. She is a member of the IceCube Neutrino Observatory collaboration and is dedicated to making science accessible and exciting for all audiences.
Come explore the wonders of the universe that lie just beyond our sight—and discover how much more there is to the night sky than meets the eye.
Join us for a book talk and Q&A with Christine Byl, author of the recent novel Lookout and memoir Dirt Work: an education in the woods, a non-fiction account of her experiences working on trail crews for the National Park Service.
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.
November
Join AARP for a presentation on their 6 Pillars of Brain Health. We'll explore each pillar and provide actionable tips to help you maintain your brain health. Whether you're looking to boost your memory, improve your mental agility, or simply learn more about brain health, this presentation is for you. Get ready to embark on a journey to a healthier mind!
Mind Matters: Exploring AARP's 6 Pillars of Brain Health
Join AARP for a presentation on their 6 Pillars of Brain Health. We'll explore each pillar and provide actionable tips to help you maintain your brain health. Whether you're looking to boost your memory, improve your mental agility, or simply learn more about brain health, this presentation is for you. Get ready to embark on a journey to a healthier mind!
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!
Have you ever been curious about how the library works behind the scenes? Come and join us for a peek behind the curtain! We will be doing a tour of some of the staff-only areas followed by a Q&A session where you can ask library staff your burning questions.
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.
As part of the Anchorage Public Library’s Expanding Horizons Lecture Series, we are pleased to welcome Dr. Gregory Hartley for a captivating exploration of food, fellowship, and meaning in the works of two of the 20th century’s most beloved fantasy authors.
Read any of JRR Tolkien’s or CS Lewis’s novels and you will eventually discover that both authors consistently craft lovingly-detailed descriptions of food. These include sumptuous feasts, magical Pilot Bread, even sinfully addictive candy. Reread those books often, and you may even discover patterns beginning to emerge, leading some to ask, “What’s going on here?” Dr. Hartley will identify those patterns and explore what they could mean, both in the context of the worlds both men created and in the larger patterns of society and worldview.
About the Speaker:
Gregory Hartley is an associate professor in the Department of Writing at the University of Alaska Anchorage. His research interests are broad, but often circle around food studies, children’s fiction, and world-building. His most recent article uncovered the history of biscuits and gravy in the state of Alaska.
December
Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones from scams in this presentation by AARP. We'll cover the latest tactics used by criminals, share real-life scams happening in Alaska, and provide practical tips to help you protect yourself and your loved ones. Take advantage of this opportunity to empower yourself with the knowledge and tools to fight fraud and stay safe!
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!
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.
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