Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale May 1-3
Members enjoy early access on Friday, May 1 from 6-8 PM, with public access Saturday, 10-4 PM and Sunday 1-4 PM. All books half price on Sunday!
APL Peep Show and Diorama Contest
Individuals, groups and families are invited to create dioramas on literary or popular culture themes using marshmallow Peeps. Share your diorama at the Peep Show where the public will vote for their favorites.
Get Growing with Library Seed Exchanges
Visit the Gerrish, Mountain View, or Chugiak-Eagle River libraries for free seeds or to share your own.
Support Your Library When You Pick. Click. Give
Support the Anchorage Public Library by choosing the Anchorage Library Foundation when you Pick.Click.Give. Gifts of $100 or more qualify for the annual Library Champion library card.
The Winter Reading Challenge for Grownups
Jump start your reading habit and shake off the winter blues by challenging yourself to read five books in eleven weeks. Use our bingo cards to explore new genres, new authors, or re-discover old favorites.
Expanding Horizons: A Lecture Series at the Library
Join us to broaden your perspectives and ignite your passion for lifelong learning as professors from the University of Alaska Anchorage discuss a range of topics to inspire and enlighten.
Beyond the Stacks: Saturday, April 11
Join the Friends of The Library for Beyond the Stacks 2026: Every Great Story Needs a Hero. This celebration includes a live and online auction, dinner, and keynote by Don Rearden. Proceeds help sustain library programs like Summer Discovery.
Digital Magazines Available from APL
Did you know our two popular digital content apps also have a huge selection of magazines available to download or stream to your computer, tablet or phone?
APL Sticker Contest
We need your help to create our next promotional sticker! We want a unique sticker representing your library that we are proud to give out to both locals and visitors. Contest runs from December 15, 2025 to January 10, 2026.