Visit any Anchorage Public Library location this summer for amazing programs for children. Summer Discovery programming is made possible by the Friends of the Library.
Stuntology
Explore the mysteries of the everyday world through physical objects!
Sam Bartlett has spent 30 years collecting, performing, writing about, and illustrating the world’s greatest fun and easy stunts. These are the wonderful parlor tricks that have been passed on through the ages, the simple seeming maneuvers that are impossible, and the impossible tricks that anyone can do.
- Tuesday, May 26 - 2:30 PM - Loussac Library
- Wednesday, May 27 - 11:30 AM - Muldoon Library
- Wednesday, May 27 - 3:30 PM - Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
- Thursday, May 28 - 12 PM - Chugiak-Eagle River Library
- Thursday, May 28 - 4 PM - Mountain View Library
Krambambuli Puppet Theatre
The Krambambuli Puppet Theatre presents: The Gruffalo!
Based on the book The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson, watch as a small mouse goes through the forest with the help of a perhaps not-so-imaginary monster.
Krambambuli Puppet Theatre offers wisdom and quality entertainment for the young and the young at heart.
- Tuesday, June 2 - 2:30 PM - Loussac Library
- Wednesday, June 3 - 3:30 PM - Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
- Thursday, June 4 - 12 PM - Chugiak-Eagle River Library
- Friday, June 5 - 2 PM - Mountain View Library
- Saturday, June 6 - 11:30 AM - Muldoon Library
Bird TLC
Learn more about avian intelligence and get up close and personal with some feathered friends!
- Tuesday, June 9 - 2:30 PM - Loussac Library
- Wednesday, June 10 - 3:30 PM - Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
- Thursday, June 11 - 12 PM - Chugiak-Eagle River Library
- Friday, June 12 - 2 PM - Mountain View Library
- Saturday, June 27 - 11:30 AM - Muldoon Library
Artist Trading Cards
Learn about making and trading Artist Trading Cards, an easy way to express yourself and build up an original art collection. Suggested for ages 8+, but everyone is welcome.
Note: scissors, staining media, and small parts are available at this program.
- Saturday, June 13 - 11:30 AM - Muldoon Library
- Tuesday, June 23 - 2:30 PM - Loussac Library
- Saturday, July 11 - 11:30 AM - Muldoon Library
- Wednesday, July 22 - 3:30 PM - Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
- Thursday, July 30 - 12 PM - Chugiak-Eagle River Library
Meet and Greet with Goats
Come meet and pet goats from The Tiny Home(stead), a family farm in Chugiak, and learn about what it takes to raise animals and run a farm in Alaska. While you wait to pet the goats, visit with Anchorage 4-H and try a hands-on activity.
NOTE: Only ~20 people at a time will be able to enter the goat pen and participants will spend a limited amount of time with the goats. We anticipate these events will be very popular. We will do our best to accommodate all attendees but we may need to turn away participants due to time restrictions. Be prepared for long wait times. Please follow all library and program staff instructions for the safety of the participants and the goats.
- Tuesday, June 16 - 2:30 PM - Loussac Library
- Wednesday, June 17 - 3:30 PM - Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
- Thursday, June 18 - 12 PM - Chugiak-Eagle River Library
- Saturday, June 20 - 11:30 AM - Muldoon Library
- Friday, July 24 - 2 PM - Mountain View Library
Comics with Lee Post
Learn to draw your own comics! Sketch with cartoonist Lee Post in a fast-paced, no-stress, and fun cartooning session for all skill levels and ages.
- Thursday, June 25 - 12 PM - Chugiak-Eagle River Library
- Friday, June 26 - 4 PM - Mountain View
- Tuesday, July 7 - 2:30 PM - Loussac Library
- Wednesday, July 8 - 3:30 PM - Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
- Wednesday, July 29 - 11:30 AM - Muldoon Library
Magic by Robbie
Magician Robbie Cannon has been entertaining audiences for over 25 years and is thrilled to bring his magic back to APL! Perfect for magic fans of all ages, this show promises to mystify and delight!
NOTE: We anticipate these events to be very popular. Plan to arrive early as shows will start on time and there is limited seating available. Please follow all library and program staff instructions for the safety of the participants and the performer.
- Tuesday, July 14 - 2:30 PM - Loussac Library
- Wednesday, July 15 - 3:30 PM - Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
- Thursday, July 16 - 12 PM - Chugiak-Eagle River Library
- Thursday, July 16 - 4 PM - Muldoon Library
- Friday, July 17 - 2 PM - Mountain View Library
Science Discovery
Calling all science explorers! Join us for some hands-on science activities to explore and learn about the world around you with special guests from Campbell Creek Science Center.
- Friday, July 10 - 2 PM - Mountain View Library
- Wednesday, July 22 - 11:30 AM - Muldoon Library
- Thursday, July 23 - 12 PM - Chugiak-Eagle River Library
- Tuesday, July 28 - 2:30 PM - Loussac Library
Fun and Games
Button Making
Design your own button badge and take it home with you.
- Wednesday, June 24 - 3:30 PM - Gerrish (Girdwood) Library
- Friday, July 31 - 2 PM - Mountain View Library
Summer Recess
Enjoy lawn games, hula hoops, and other outdoor activities outdoors.
- Tuesday, June 30 - 2:30 PM - Loussac Library
- Thursday, July 2 - 12 PM - Chugiak-Eagle River Library
- Friday, July 3 - 2 PM - Mountain View Library
Mini-Golf
Test out your putting skills on different mini golf holes at the library.
- Tuesday, July 21 - 2:30 PM - Loussac Library
- Saturday, July 25 - 11:30 AM - Muldoon Library
Want more events for kids? Check out the full event calendar.