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Try out different early literacy, language, and math toys to help prepare preschoolers for Kindergarten while having fun at the same time. Stay and play, meet some new families, and check out some books.
Play with library toys, make friends and check out books!
Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Join Mr. Red from the Muldoon Library for approximately 30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes, live on Facebook! Ideal for ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all picture book enthusiasts are welcome.
Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!
A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Location: Mountain View Library, 120 Bragaw St
Bus Route: Located along Bus Routes 20 and 21
Bring your wiggliest toddlers for an active storytime! We'll get up and go but we'll also sneak in some books. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years; all families welcome.
Formerly Let's Go! Storytime. Same great program, new name!
Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Make fancy "marble" designs on paper. Supplies provided-- keep all you make.
Skill level: ability to follow directions with up to 6 steps, and using blunt tools.
Note: this project is messy! Paints will stain clothes. Uses ingredients that have a strong scent.
Repeats Wedsnesday, Oct. 30, 4:30 PM.
A half hour of stories, songs and movement that build early literacy skills and prepare your preschooler ages three to five for Kindergarten. Followed by a play time featuring special literacy toys and games.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play or an activity. Ideal for ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all families are welcome.
Test your creativity - build a city or a spaceship or whatever you like at our free-build LEGO session.
Come use our wide variety of board, card, and dice games or play with our Wii, Nintendo Switch or X-box or bring your own game!
Lights On Afterschool presents auroras! Learn about magnets and how they affect light. Create chalk art auroras. Best for elementary school ages, will include very small parts.
Haunted Mini Golf returns to the Loussac Library!
Mini golf your way around the second floor library stacks in this fun, Halloween-themed all ages drop in event.
Join us for a half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Twenty minutes of nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays and action for infants, birth to 18 months, and their caregivers. Followed by a special baby playtime.
Baby storytimes are limited to the first 50 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Warm up with our newest books, play with our toys, and get to know your neighbors. All families welcome.
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a few crafts to try but also a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Come on by and watch a movie at the library for free! Concessions provided.
Stop by for some free build time - just bring your imagination!
A half hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills.
Family storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
It's Pumpkin Day! Come celebrate this fabulous squash with seasonal stories, songs and a craft.
Tues. Oct. 9, 4:30 PM &
Sat., Oct. 26, 2:30 PM
What will we write about? We’ll let the story dice decide. Ideal for kids 6+, but all may contribute. Skill level: able to read and write.
Get messy and creative with slime-making at the library! Join us for a fun, hands-on experience where you can mix, stretch, and squish your very own slime creations.
Join us for an art-focused storytime! We’ll read about a specific artist and their techniques before creating some masterpieces of our own!
Play with library toys, make friends and check out books!
Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!
A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Location: Mountain View Library, 120 Bragaw St
Bus Route: Located along Bus Routes 20 and 21
Bring your wiggliest toddlers for an active storytime! We'll get up and go but we'll also sneak in some books. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years; all families welcome.
Formerly Let's Go! Storytime. Same great program, new name!
Stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten and their caregivers.
Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and ghouls, come celebrate Halloween with some not-so-spooky stories and songs, plus create a Halloween craft. Costumes encouraged!
30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play or an activity. Ideal for ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all families are welcome.
Join us for a not-so-spooky storytime filled with fun tales, songs, and rhymes perfect for little ones. Come in costume and enjoy some festive fun!
Come use our wide variety of board, card, and dice games or play with our Wii, Nintendo Switch or X-box or bring your own game!
Join us for a half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Twenty minutes of nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays and action for infants, birth to 18 months, and their caregivers. Followed by a special baby playtime.
Baby storytimes are limited to the first 50 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Warm up with our newest books, play with our toys, and get to know your neighbors. All families welcome.
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Enjoy an all-ages storytime plus time to browse the library before we're officially open. Arrive as early as 10:00 AM; call 907-343-4032 for entry. Stories start at 10:30 AM. All families welcome.
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
Read to therapy dogs! Reading sessions are 10-15 minutes long and are scheduled on a first come basis. PAWSitive Reading is a special program designed to provide young children (Kindergarten-4th grade) with a stress-free environment to practice their reading.
Try out different early literacy, language, and math toys to help prepare preschoolers for Kindergarten while having fun at the same time. Stay and play, meet some new families, and check out some books.
Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!
National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) happens every November-- and this time, it's not just for grown-ups!
Join us every Tuesday in November for a variety of fun writing activities, exercises, tips, and tricks!
A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Location: Mountain View Library, 120 Bragaw St
Bus Route: Located along Bus Routes 20 and 21
Stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten and their caregivers.
Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
A half hour of stories, songs and movement that build early literacy skills and prepare your preschooler ages three to five for Kindergarten. Followed by a play time featuring special literacy toys and games.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play or an activity. Ideal for ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all families are welcome.
Come use our wide variety of board, card, and dice games or play with our Wii, Nintendo Switch or X-box or bring your own game!
Join us for a half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Come enjoy playtime to support early learning and school readiness! Join the Anchorage School District Migrant Education Program and the Alaska Children's Museum for a variety of hands-on activity centers designed for children ages 3-5.
Twenty minutes of nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays and action for infants, birth to 18 months, and their caregivers. Followed by a special baby playtime.
Baby storytimes are limited to the first 50 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Warm up with our newest books, play with our toys, and get to know your neighbors. All families welcome.
Stop by for some free build time - just bring your imagination!
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
Play with library toys, make friends and check out books!
Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!
National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) happens every November-- and this time, it's not just for grown-ups!
Join us every Tuesday in November for a variety of fun writing activities, exercises, tips, and tricks!
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November 5: Fill in the Blank
A variety of writing prompts and activities to help you start thinking about writing creatively!
November 12: Write Your Own Adventure
Learn how to write your own story in the format of the Choose Your Own Adventure books! We’ll write one collaboratively so you can get a taste for the process.
November 19: Short and Sweet
Write your very own short story from existing prompts. The goal is to get a whole short story written-- at least 1000 words!
November 26: Zine Creation
Make your own short form book! We’ll have paper, collage supplies, and a long arm stapler to get you on your way.
A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Location: Mountain View Library, 120 Bragaw St
Bus Route: Located along Bus Routes 20 and 21
Bring your wiggliest toddlers for an active storytime! We'll get up and go but we'll also sneak in some books. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years; all families welcome.
Formerly Let's Go! Storytime. Same great program, new name!
Stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten and their caregivers.
Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Reading sessions are 10-15 minutes long and are scheduled on a first come basis with the last session starting at 4:15 pm. Sign-up will open at 2:45 pm with the first session starting at 3 pm.
PAWSitive Reading is a special program designed to provide young children (Kindergarten-4th grade) with a stress-free environment to practice their reading. Therapy dogs are patient listeners for new and struggling readers. Children who participate learn to associate reading with a positive experience and build confidence while practicing reading.
Weds., Nov. 13, 4:30 PM; Sat. Nov. 23, 2:30 PM
We’re writing a cookbook and we need your help: bring your favorite recipe and any related stories or pictures, and we’ll put them all together. (Pick up your copy after our second workshop!) Skill level: able to read and write.
A half hour of stories, songs and movement that build early literacy skills and prepare your preschooler ages three to five for Kindergarten. Followed by a play time featuring special literacy toys and games.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play or an activity. Ideal for ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all families are welcome.
Learn about magnets and how magnetism is connected to the aurora. Plus, try your hand at creating your very own northern lights!
Materials for this program were provided by the Alaska Afterschool Network the only statewide organization dedicated to increasing afterschool and expanded learning opportunities for school-age children, youth, and families in Alaska.
Best for elementary school ages, will include very small parts.
Come use our wide variety of board, card, and dice games or play with our Wii, Nintendo Switch or X-box or bring your own game!
Sign-up to read to a dog! Therapy dogs are patient listeners for new and struggling readers. Reading sessions are 15 minutes and can be reserved in-person starting at 3:45PM on the day of the event. The final session begins at 5:15PM.
PAWSitive Reading is a special program designed to provide young children (Kindergarten-4th grade) with a stress-free environment to practice their reading. Therapy dogs are patient listeners for new and struggling readers. Children who participate learn to associate reading with a positive experience and build confidence while practicing reading
Join us for a half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Twenty minutes of nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays and action for infants, birth to 18 months, and their caregivers. Followed by a special baby playtime.
Baby storytimes are limited to the first 50 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Warm up with our newest books, play with our toys, and get to know your neighbors. All families welcome.
Come get warm and enjoy a movie at the library! Popcorn will be provided. Please call 907-343-4024 for title.
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Representatives from Anchorage School District's Countdown To Kindergarten school readiness program will join us for stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play and activities. Aimed at ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all families are welcome.
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
Come build with the library's LEGO, wooden blocks, Lincoln Logs, & cardboard!
Try out different early literacy, language, and math toys to help prepare preschoolers for Kindergarten while having fun at the same time. Stay and play, meet some new families, and check out some books.
Play with library toys, make friends and check out books!
Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Join Mr. Red from the Muldoon Library for approximately 30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes, live on Facebook! Ideal for ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all picture book enthusiasts are welcome.
Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!
National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) happens every November-- and this time, it's not just for grown-ups!
Join us every Tuesday in November for a variety of fun writing activities, exercises, tips, and tricks!
A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Location: Mountain View Library, 120 Bragaw St
Bus Route: Located along Bus Routes 20 and 21
Bring your wiggliest toddlers for an active storytime! We'll get up and go but we'll also sneak in some books. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years; all families welcome.
Formerly Let's Go! Storytime. Same great program, new name!
Stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten and their caregivers.
Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
A half hour of stories, songs and movement that build early literacy skills and prepare your preschooler ages three to five for Kindergarten. Followed by a play time featuring special literacy toys and games.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play or an activity. Ideal for ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all families are welcome.
Test your creativity - build a city or a spaceship or whatever you like at our free-build LEGO session.
Kids in grades K-4 (or any learner) take turns reading to a patient, nonjudgmental, Red Cross-certified therapy dog. Appointments are 15 minutes and signup is first-come first serve and begins at 3:00 PM.
Come use our wide variety of board, card, and dice games or play with our Wii, Nintendo Switch or X-box or bring your own game!
Join us for a half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Twenty minutes of nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays and action for infants, birth to 18 months, and their caregivers. Followed by a special baby playtime.
Baby storytimes are limited to the first 50 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Warm up with our newest books, play with our toys, and get to know your neighbors. All families welcome.
Come enjoy playtime to support early learning and school readiness! Join the Anchorage School District Migrant Education Program and the Alaska Children's Museum for a variety of hands-on activity centers designed for children ages 3-5.
Come on by and watch a movie at the library for free! Concessions provided.
Stop by for some free build time - just bring your imagination!
Enjoy an all-ages storytime plus time to browse the library before we're officially open. Arrive as early as 10:00 AM; call 907-343-4032 for entry. Stories start at 10:30 AM. All families welcome.
A half hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills.
Family storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
Gobble! Gobble! It’s time to make some cute Thanksgiving crafts! Joins us and make a thankful turkey and a leaf mason jar lantern to decorate your home.
Weds., Nov. 13, 4:30 PM; Sat. Nov. 23, 2:30 PM
We’re writing a cookbook and we need your help: bring your favorite recipe and any related stories or pictures, and we’ll put them all together. (Pick up your copy after our second workshop!) Skill level: able to read and write.
Join us for a special non-fiction storytime where we introduce a variety of STEM topics through books and hands-on activities! Best for ages 3-6.
Play with library toys, make friends and check out books!
Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!
National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) happens every November-- and this time, it's not just for grown-ups!
Join us every Tuesday in November for a variety of fun writing activities, exercises, tips, and tricks!
A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Location: Mountain View Library, 120 Bragaw St
Bus Route: Located along Bus Routes 20 and 21
Bring your wiggliest toddlers for an active storytime! We'll get up and go but we'll also sneak in some books. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years; all families welcome.
Formerly Let's Go! Storytime. Same great program, new name!
Stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten and their caregivers.
Do you need a new headshot or family portrait? Join us at the library for a special event with local photographer Jovell! Enjoy free portraits in a friendly atmosphere. All ages are welcome—don’t miss this chance to capture a moment and celebrate our community!
Join us for a family-friendly movie and delicious popcorn!
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
Try out different early literacy, language, and math toys to help prepare preschoolers for Kindergarten while having fun at the same time. Stay and play, meet some new families, and check out some books.
Play with library toys, make friends and check out books!
Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!
A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Location: Mountain View Library, 120 Bragaw St
Bus Route: Located along Bus Routes 20 and 21
Bring your wiggliest toddlers for an active storytime! We'll get up and go but we'll also sneak in some books. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years; all families welcome.
Stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten and their caregivers.
Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
A half hour of stories, songs and movement that build early literacy skills and prepare your preschooler ages three to five for Kindergarten. Followed by a play time featuring special literacy toys and games.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play or an activity. Ideal for ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all families are welcome.
Come use our wide variety of board, card, and dice games or play with our Wii, Nintendo Switch or X-box or bring your own game!
Representatives from Anchorage School District's Countdown To Kindergarten school readiness program will join us for stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play and activities. Aimed at ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all families are welcome.
Twenty minutes of nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays and action for infants, birth to 18 months, and their caregivers. Followed by a special baby playtime.
Baby storytimes are limited to the first 50 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Warm up with our newest books, play with our toys, and get to know your neighbors. All families welcome.
Special focus days in December include our usual array of entertainment, plus:
December 6, 13: Giant Building. Use cardboard and more parts to make a huge construction!
December 20, 27: Nintendo Switch. Super Smash Bros. tournament, anyone?
Come get warm and enjoy a movie at the library! Popcorn will be provided. Please call 907-343-4024 for title.
Skill level: requires basic reading and writing ability.
Learn how to write a letter or thank-you note that will make someone smile, then decorate your own cards or stationery.
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Enjoy an all-ages storytime plus time to browse the library before we're officially open. Arrive as early as 10:00 AM; call 907-343-4032 for entry. Stories start at 10:30 AM. All families welcome.
Play with library toys, make friends and check out books!
Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Join Mr. Red from the Muldoon Library for approximately 30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes, live on Facebook! Ideal for ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all picture book enthusiasts are welcome.
Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!
A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Location: Mountain View Library, 120 Bragaw St
Bus Route: Located along Bus Routes 20 and 21
Bring your wiggliest toddlers for an active storytime! We'll get up and go but we'll also sneak in some books. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years; all families welcome.
Stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten and their caregivers.
Twenty minutes of short stories, songs and lots of repetition to build early literacy skills for children 3 and under and their caregivers.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Reading sessions are 10-15 minutes long and are scheduled on a first come basis with the last session starting at 4:15 pm. Sign-up will open at 2:45 pm with the first session starting at 3 pm.
PAWSitive Reading is a special program designed to provide young children (Kindergarten-4th grade) with a stress-free environment to practice their reading. Therapy dogs are patient listeners for new and struggling readers. Children who participate learn to associate reading with a positive experience and build confidence while practicing reading.
Meet the performers from Alaska Junior Theater's presentation of Peter & the Wolf, based on the musical composition written by Sergei Prokofiev. They'll share a reading from the story followed by a fun craft.
A half hour of stories, songs and movement that build early literacy skills and prepare your preschooler ages three to five for Kindergarten. Followed by a play time featuring special literacy toys and games.
Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to read.
Toddler and Preschool storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play or an activity. Ideal for ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all families are welcome.
Come use our wide variety of board, card, and dice games or play with our Wii, Nintendo Switch or X-box or bring your own game!
Sign-up to read to a dog! Therapy dogs are patient listeners for new and struggling readers. Reading sessions are 15 minutes and can be reserved in-person starting at 3:45PM on the day of the event. The final session begins at 5:15PM.
PAWSitive Reading is a special program designed to provide young children (Kindergarten-4th grade) with a stress-free environment to practice their reading. Therapy dogs are patient listeners for new and struggling readers. Children who participate learn to associate reading with a positive experience and build confidence while practicing reading
Join us for a half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Twenty minutes of nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays and action for infants, birth to 18 months, and their caregivers. Followed by a special baby playtime.
Baby storytimes are limited to the first 50 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
Warm up with our newest books, play with our toys, and get to know your neighbors. All families welcome.
Special focus days in December include our usual array of entertainment, plus:
December 6, 13: Giant Building. Use cardboard and more parts to make a huge construction!
December 20, 27: Nintendo Switch. Super Smash Bros. tournament, anyone?
Stop by for some free build time - just bring your imagination!
Drop in and enjoy our space to meet and socialize with other caregivers and preschoolers. Play with the library’s toys, look at books, and have fun!
A half hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills.
Family storytimes are limited to the first 70 attendees. Thank you for your understanding.
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
Celebrate the season with fun and creativity by making holiday greeting cards for friends and family! Visit the library to design and decorate your own unique cards using a variety of materials, including paper, markers, stickers, glitter, and more.
Try out different early literacy, language, and math toys to help prepare preschoolers for Kindergarten while having fun at the same time. Stay and play, meet some new families, and check out some books.
3 stories about gratitude and thankfulness, plus a craft activity. Ideal for ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all families welcome.
Play with library toys, make friends and check out books!
Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!
Skill level: requires basic reading and writing ability.
Learn how to write a letter or thank-you note that will make someone smile, then decorate your own cards or stationery.
A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Location: Mountain View Library, 120 Bragaw St
Bus Route: Located along Bus Routes 20 and 21
Bring your wiggliest toddlers for an active storytime! We'll get up and go but we'll also sneak in some books. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years; all families welcome.
Stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten and their caregivers.
30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play or an activity. Ideal for ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all families are welcome.
Come use our wide variety of board, card, and dice games or play with our Wii, Nintendo Switch or X-box or bring your own game!
Warm up with our newest books, play with our toys, and get to know your neighbors. All families welcome.
Special focus days in December include our usual array of entertainment, plus:
December 6, 13: Giant Building. Use cardboard and more parts to make a huge construction!
December 20, 27: Nintendo Switch. Super Smash Bros. tournament, anyone?
Rearrange paper shapes to create a variety of images!
Kids of all ages, come play a board game from the library’s collection or try a game on our Nintendo Switch.
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Enjoy an all-ages storytime plus time to browse the library before we're officially open. Arrive as early as 10:00 AM; call 907-343-4032 for entry. Stories start at 10:30 AM. All families welcome.
Youth ages 5-18 who are MOA residents are eligible to enter our sticker contest. Meet up at the library to use our art supplies for your entry!
Stop by to enjoy some classic board games and make some new friends!
Play with library toys, make friends and check out books!
Come decorate a paper gingerbread person to display for the holidays!
Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!
A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Location: Mountain View Library, 120 Bragaw St
Bus Route: Located along Bus Routes 20 and 21
Stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten and their caregivers.
30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes followed by free play or an activity. Ideal for ages 3-5 with caregiver, but all families are welcome.
Design your paper airplane and compete to see which plane will go the farthest.
Come use our wide variety of board, card, and dice games or play with our Wii, Nintendo Switch or X-box or bring your own game!
Warm up with our newest books, play with our toys, and get to know your neighbors. All families welcome.
Special focus days in December include our usual array of entertainment, plus:
December 6, 13: Giant Building. Use cardboard and more parts to make a huge construction!
December 20, 27: Nintendo Switch. Super Smash Bros. tournament, anyone?
Join us for a family-friendly movie and delicious popcorn!
Skill level: requires use of a hot glue gun, multi-step directions, and small parts. Suggested for ages 8+ with supervision.
Make a snow globe from a jar! Bring your own or use ours, while supplies last.
Stop by for some free build time - just bring your imagination!
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
Youth ages 5-18 who are MOA residents are eligible to enter our sticker contest. Meet up at the library to use our art supplies for your entry!
Try out different early literacy, language, and math toys to help prepare preschoolers for Kindergarten while having fun at the same time. Stay and play, meet some new families, and check out some books.
Play with library toys, make friends and check out books!
Make a craft or join DJ Spencer Lee on the dance floor, and don't miss the balloon drop as we count down to the New Year at noon!
Sensory Note: We anticipate large crowds and loud volume during the event.
Allergy Note: Latex balloons will be present in large quantities in the library.
Join Park Rangers for an engaging exploration of STEM topics, featuring fascinating discussions on everything from Alaskan dinosaurs to sea otters and beyond!
A half-hour of stories, songs, and more to build early literacy skills; a blend of fun and education for children birth through kindergarten & their caregivers.
Location: Mountain View Library, 120 Bragaw St
Bus Route: Located along Bus Routes 20 and 21
Come challenge your engineering and artistic talents with a variety of building materials. We have LEGO, Keva planks, straws and connectors, and so much more! Families with children of all ages are welcome, but scissor skills highly recommended.
Learn about magnets and how they affect light, create chalk art auroras, and more in this hands-on STEM program.
Best for elementary school ages and older; will include very small parts.
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Stop by for some free build time - just bring your imagination!
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Stop by for some free build time - just bring your imagination!
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
At Art Inspired, we believe that art has the power to transform lives. Our art classes are designed specifically for youth, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and build confidence. These classes are led by students from South Anchorage High School.
Classes are best suited for children ages 5-12, but older siblings welcome. Be prepared to get messy!
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