Get Ready to Go Back to School with APL
Whether you're learning at home, on-line or at school; from pre-K to college Anchorage Public Library has resources and events to support you or your student!
Hold Your Next Event at the Library!
There’s room for you at the Library. From business meetings to weddings we have a space for your event. Free parking and convenient locations in Mid-town, Mountain View and Eagle River.
Activities for Seniors at Your Library
Join the Anchorage Public Library for activities for seniors at a library location near you.
Pick Up an Ebook or Audiobook Today!
There are a lot of good reasons to try digital ebooks and audiobooks. They provide a portable way to enjoy reading this summer, and are easily adapted for all kinds of readers.
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.
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.