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.
Still haven't enrolled in a health care plan? Not sure how Medicaid works? Anchorage Public Library partners with resources in our community to help you and your family find the best options for your health care needs.
Healthcare Navigators
ACA Open Enrollment is November 1, 2024 – January 15, 2025. United Way of Anchorage Healthcare Navigators are ready to help you by providing free and confidential assistance with:
- Finding the right healthcare plan for you and your family
- Applying for coverage at HealthCare.gov, including applying for financial assistance
- Renewing or updating your current plan
- Medicaid and Denali KidCare enrollment
Language translation services are available as needed.
Loussac Library
Join us in the Raven Room on the third floor at Loussac for these dates from November-January.
Tuesdays*, 1 - 4 PM
- November 5, 12, 19, 26
- December 3, 10, 17
- January 7, 14
*No meetings December 24, and 31
Thursdays*, 1 - 4 PM
- November 7, 14, 21
- December 5, 12, 19
- January 2, 9
*No meetings November 28 and December 26
Saturday, December 14, 11 AM - 3 PM
Wednesday, January 15, 1 PM - 7 PM
You may also talk to someone 1-on-1 about your specific health insurance needs over the phone or schedule an appointment. Just call 211 or 800-478-2221 or text GetCoveredAK to 898-211 and a Navigator will follow up. Language translation services are available as needed.
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.