2025 Local Author Showcase
Get ready for an exciting new format celebrating local literary talent! Local authors have an opportunity to present their work, connect with fellow writers, and engage directly with the public.
Your library offers a variety of programs for Seniors to connect, learn and grow. We provide opportunities to write poetry, get one-on-one library help, socialize with others, learn something new, and more. Find out about these opportunities below.
Senior Saturdays at Muldoon
Join us for Senior Saturdays at Muldoon Library from 11 AM – 1 PM. A time and space set aside to assist area seniors one-on-one and in small groups.
Drop in for:
- Basic Help with technology and applications
- Using a computer, tablet, cell phone
- Creating/managing an email account, document
- Community Resources Access
- Housing, health, food, and financial information
- Social services navigation
- Traditional library services
- Reader’s advisory
- Reference assistance
- Library 101 (how navigate APL resources)
Senior Poetry Workshops at Mountain View
Join local poet and facilitator Brian Hutton for a poetry workshop at the Mountain View Library, including exercises and discussions on creativity and mental well being.
Tuesday, March 25, 2 - 3:30 PM
More InformationTuesday, April 22, 2 - 3:30 PM
Elder Endeavors at Loussac
Join the Anchorage Public Library and the Anchorage Senior Activity Center for a monthly social event for seniors at the Loussac Library. Enjoy community connection, get library service support, and learn about a library resource.
Wednesday, March 26, 1:30 - 3:30 PM
Genealogy Workshop
Wednesday, April 23, 1:30 - 3:30 PM
Alaska WWII History Presentation
Wednesday, May 28, 1:30 - 3:30 PM
Container Gardening
For auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications to participate in any APL program please contact the Adult Services Coordinator at 907-343-2891 or sarah.preskitt@anchorageak.gov to request reasonable accommodations.
Learn more about APL's assistive technology at https://bit.ly/AccessibleLibrary
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.
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.