Things to Do with Kids in Anchorage

Within 25 miles, with dates, ages, prices and distance.

Events

23 events

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Music Together at Loussac

Tomorrow · 11 AM – 11:45 AM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesArts & Crafts

11:00 AM – 11:45 AM Z.J. Loussac Library : Learning Commons Enjoy 45 minutes of music and movement for families with children birth to 5 years. Sing, dance, wiggle, and jam together with Megon from Music Together Mountain Song! 3 Tue <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-03 event--agegroup--preschool event--eventtype--storytime event--location--zjloussaclibrary" data-name="Preschool Storytime at Loussac" data-date="11/3/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="11:00:00" data-end-time="11:30:00" data-agegroups="preschool" data-branches="zjloussaclibrary" data-programs="storytime" data-description="<p>Preschool storytime is a half hour of stories, songs and movement that build early literacy skills and prepare your preschooler ages three to five for Kindergarten. Storytimes introduce early literacy concepts for children 5 and under to help them get ready to rea

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Free Vaccine AHD Clinic at Muldoon Library

Friday · 10 AM – 2 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesSports

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Muldoon Library : Muldoon - Program Room Vaccinations provided by the Anchorage Health Department: flu & COVID-19 for adults 18+ or youth with parent/guardian present. Adults-- bring photo ID. Youth-- bring an adult parent/guardian 18+ with photo ID. All services are completely free-- no appointment, no insurance, no problem. Just walk in! 6 Fri <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-06 event--agegroup--children event--agegroup--family event--agegroup--teens event--eventtype--funandgames event--location--muldoonlibrary" data-name="Family Gaming at Muldoon" data-date="11/6/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="15:30:00" data-end-time="17:30:00" data-agegroups="children,family,teens" data-branches="muldoonlibrary" data-programs="funandgames" data-description="<p>Help us put the Nintendo Switch to good use! Bring the whole family to

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Basic Wills

Saturday · 1 PM – 3 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesClasses

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Chugiak-Eagle River : ERC Program Room Don't have a will yet? You're not alone — and it's easier to fix than you think. Join Alaska Legal Services Corporation for a free workshop on the basics of writing a will: what it covers and why it matters. Registration is required: Registration will open on October 27, 2026, and close November 5, 2026. Space will be limited and eligibility for Alaska Legal Services is required to be established in advance. Interested participants should contact Alaska Legal Services Staff Attorney, Dawn Calvin, at dcalvin@alsc-law.org or by calling 907-373-3656 , and provide their name and preferred contact method. Parties will be contacted at their preferred contact method to confirm eligibility. Alaska Legal Services Corporation ( ALSC ) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free civil legal assistance to Alaskans in need. <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-07 event--agegroup--children event--agegroup--family event--agegroup--adults event--eventtype--discussionlecture event--location--scottandwesleygerrishgirdwoodlibrary" data-name="When Belugas Lose Their Way: Understanding Whale Strandings at Ge

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When Belugas Lose Their Way: Understanding Whale Strandings at Gerrish

Mon, Nov 9 · 3 PM – 4 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesClasses

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library Learn why beluga whales become stranded and what researchers are discovering about it from Dr. Kathy Burek Huntington , board certified veterinary pathologist and the owner of Alaska’s only veterinary anatomic pathology service. 9 Mon <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-09 event--agegroup--preschool event--eventtype--funandgames event--location--zjloussaclibrary" data-name="Early Literacy Games at Loussac" data-date="11/9/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="10:00:00" data-end-time="12:00:00" data-agegroups="preschool" data-branches="zjloussaclibrary" data-programs="funandgames" data-description="<p>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.</p>" data-canceled

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PAWSitive Reading at Loussac

Tue, Nov 10 · 4 PM – 5 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesArts & Crafts

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Z.J. Loussac Library : Youth Services Sign-up to read to a dog! Therapy dogs are patient listeners for new and struggling readers. Reading sessions are 10 minutes and can be reserved in-person starting at 3:45PM on the day of the event. The final session begins at 4:50PM. 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. 10 Tue <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-10 event--agegroup--preschool event--agegroup--children event--eventtype--funandgames event--location--scottandwesleygerrishgirdwoodlibrary" data-name="Free Play Morn

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When Belugas Lose Their Way: Understanding Whale Strandings at Gerrish

Tue, Nov 10 · 3 PM – 4 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesClasses

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library Learn why beluga whales become stranded and what researchers are discovering about it from Dr. Kathy Burek Huntington , board certified veterinary pathologist and the owner of Alaska’s only veterinary anatomic pathology service. 10 Tue <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-10 event--agegroup--teens event--agegroup--adults event--eventtype--craftsdiy event--location--scottandwesleygerrishgirdwoodlibrary" data-name="Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish" data-date="11/10/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="13:00:00" data-end-time="14:00:00" data-agegroups="teens,adults" data-branches="scottandwesleygerrishgirdwoodlibrary" data-programs="craftsdiy" data-description="<p><span lang="en-US">Do you knit, crochet or sew or are you a beginner looking for a start? Join us for a weekly meetup and bring your ideas or current proj

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Teen Book Club: Comic Books at Loussac

Tue, Nov 10 · 3 PM – 4 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesArts & Crafts

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Z.J. Loussac Library : Teen Space Join us for a monthly teen-only book club! Read a book of your choice that fits the theme of the month and then visit our Book Club meeting in the teen space at Loussac Library to talk about your selection with other teens. Share your favorite moments, gush about your favorite characters, learn about new books, and make new friends! Need help picking a book? Check out some ideas here! 10 Tue <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-10 event--agegroup--teens event--agegroup--adults event--eventtype--craftsdiy event--location--scottandwesleygerrishgirdwoodlibrary" data-name="Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish" data-date="11/10/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="13:00:00" data-end-time="14:00:00"

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I Read What I Want Book Club

Thu, Nov 12 · 6 PM – 7:30 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesClasses

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Z.J. Loussac Library : Raven Meeting Room I Read What I Want Book Club is for those who love reading but don’t want to be tied down. Anyone who wants to talk books can come in and give reviews for whatever they are reading to the group. Meetings are on the second Tuesday of the month in Loussac Library's Raven room (3rd floor). No assigned books, any genres, no judgment – just read what you want! 12 Thu <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-12 event--agegroup--adults event--eventtype--class event--location--muldoonlibrary" data-name="Application Assistance at Muldoon" data-date="11/12/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="14:00:00" data-end-time="16:00:00" data-agegroups="adults" data-branches="muldoonlibrary" data-programs="class" data-description="<p>Our Community Resources Team offers help with any applications you need to complete: job

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Play to Learn Play Lab at Muldoon

Sat, Nov 14 · 11 AM – 12:15 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAges 3–5Arts & Crafts

11:00 AM – 12:15 PM Muldoon Library : Muldoon - Program Room A variety of interactive play stations designed to build kindergarten readiness through exploration, creativity, and play. Ideal for ages 3-5 in the year before starting kindergarten, but all families are welcome. Hosted by Anchorage School District. For more information, visit asdk12.org and search “play to learn" or visit this link. <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-14 event--agegroup--children event--agegroup--family event--agegroup--teens event--eventtype--communityevent event--eventtype--funandgames event--location--zjloussaclibrary" data-name="Magazine Launch: Yaaruin Kids" data-date="11/14/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="14:30:00" data-end-time="15:30:00" data-agegroups="children,family,teens" data-branches="zjloussaclibrary" data-programs="communityevent,funandgames" data-description="<p><span>Celebrate the launch of a new Alaska Native children’s magazine! Yaaruin Kids is full of games, puzzles, and cultural learning adventures rooted in language, story, and belonging, just right for children and families who want to learn more about Alaska Native languages, cultures, and people.&

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Magazine Launch: Yaaruin Kids

Sat, Nov 14 · 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesArts & Crafts

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM Z.J. Loussac Library : Youth Services Celebrate the launch of a new Alaska Native children’s magazine! Yaaruin Kids is full of games, puzzles, and cultural learning adventures rooted in language, story, and belonging, just right for children and families who want to learn more about Alaska Native languages, cultures, and people. Join us in the children’s room to try out some activities from the magazine, explore the first issue, and meet some of the special contributors to the magazine. There will also be a storytelling at 3pm in the storytheater. This event is aimed at children aged 7 and older, but all are welcome. <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-14 event--agegroup--children event--agegroup--family event--eventtype--craftsdiy event--location--muldoonlibrary" data-name="Handprint Art at Muldoon" data-date="11/14/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="14:30:00" data-end-time="16:00:00" data-agegroups="children,family" data-branches="muldoonlibrary" data-programs="craftsdiy" data-description="<p class="cvGsUA block-font-kerning-normal block-font-feature-liga-off block-font-feature-clig-off block-font-feature-calt-off direction-ltr align-

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Family Gaming at Muldoon

Sat, Nov 14 · 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesArts & Crafts

3:30 PM – 5:30 PM Muldoon Library : Muldoon - Program Room Help us put the Nintendo Switch to good use! Bring the whole family to enjoy video games, board games, blocks, and more. 14 Sat <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-14 event--agegroup--preschool event--eventtype--class event--location--muldoonlibrary" data-name="Play to Learn Play Lab at Muldoon" data-date="11/14/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="11:00:00" data-end-time="12:15:00" data-agegroups="preschool" data-branches="muldoonlibrary" data-programs="class" data-description="<p class="cvGsUA block-font-kerning-normal block-font-feature-liga-off block-font-feature-clig-off block-font-feature-calt-off direction-ltr align-start"><span>A variety of interactive play stations designed to build kindergarten readiness through exploration, creativity, and play. Ideal for ages 3-

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Crow Party at Loussac

Sat, Nov 14 · 5 PM – 6 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesClasses

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Z.J. Loussac Library : Teen Space Celebrate Friday the 13th with a Crow Party! Dress in black and bring trinkets to trade! Buttons, charms, potions, bookmarks, flowers, curiosities, and more.... 14 Sat <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-14 event--agegroup--children event--agegroup--family event--agegroup--teens event--eventtype--communityevent event--eventtype--funandgames event--location--zjloussaclibrary" data-name="Magazine Launch: Yaaruin Kids" data-date="11/14/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="14:30:00" data-end-time="15:30:00" data-agegroups="children,family,teens" data-branches="zjloussaclibrary" data-programs="communityevent,funandgames" data-description="<p><span>Celebrate the launch of a new Alaska Native children’s magazine! Yaaruin Kids is full of games, puzzles, and cultural learning adventures rooted in language

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Handprint Art at Muldoon

Sat, Nov 14 · 2:30 PM – 4 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAges 6+Arts & Crafts

2:30 PM – 4:00 PM Muldoon Library : Muldoon - Program Room Sat., Nov. 14, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM; Repeats Weds., Nov. 25, 2:30 -4:00 PM. Try out three handprint-based art projects or design your own project. Note: some project options are messy, using paint, glue, and glitter, and some require using scissors. Ideal for ages 6+ with caregiver, but anyone may try.

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Wizard Trivia at Gerrish

Mon, Nov 16 · 3 PM – 5 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesClasses

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library Dazzle us with your knowledge of the boy wizard and his friends from the second book/movie in their magical world! Join us for a fun night where House Teams will compete for sweet prizes! 16 Mon <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-16 event--agegroup--children event--eventtype--communityevent event--eventtype--discussionlecture event--location--zjloussaclibrary" data-name="Kids Book Club: Fantasy at Loussac" data-date="11/16/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="15:30:00" data-end-time="16:30:00" data-agegroups="children" data-branches="zjloussaclibrary" data-programs="communityevent,discussionlecture" data-description="<p>Join us for a monthly kids-only book club! Read a book of your choice that fits the theme of the month and then come chat about it in the storytheater with other kids. Share your favorite moments,

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Kids Book Club: Fantasy at Loussac

Tue, Nov 17 · 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAges 8+Arts & Crafts

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM Z.J. Loussac Library : Storytheater Join us for a monthly kids-only book club! Read a book of your choice that fits the theme of the month and then come chat about it in the storytheater with other kids. Share your favorite moments, gush about your favorite characters, learn about new books, and make new friends! This month's theme: Fantasy Geared towards ages 8+, all interested independent readers are welcome. 17 Tue <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-17 event--agegroup--preschool event--agegroup--children event--eventtype--funandgames event--location--scottandwesleygerrishgirdwoodlibrary" data-name="Free Play Mornings at Gerrish" data-date="11/17/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="10:30:00" data-end-time="11:30:00" data-agegroups="preschool,children" data-branches="scottandwesleygerrishgirdwoodlib

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Wizard Trivia at Gerrish

Tue, Nov 17 · 3 PM – 5 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesClasses

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Scott and Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood) Library Dazzle us with your knowledge of the boy wizard and his friends from the second book/movie in their magical world! Join us for a fun night where House Teams will compete for sweet prizes! 17 Tue <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-17 event--agegroup--teens event--agegroup--adults event--eventtype--craftsdiy event--location--scottandwesleygerrishgirdwoodlibrary" data-name="Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish" data-date="11/17/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="13:00:00" data-end-time="14:00:00" data-agegroups="teens,adults" data-branches="scottandwesleygerrishgirdwoodlibrary" data-programs="craftsdiy" data-description="<p><span lang="en-US">Do you knit, crochet or sew or are you a beginner looking for a start? Join us for a weekly meetup and bring your ideas or current projects. All materials and tools p

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Family Storytime at Mountain View

Wed, Nov 18 · 6 PM – 6:30 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesArts & Crafts

6:00 PM – 6:30 PM Mountain View Library 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 18 Wed <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-18 event--agegroup--infantsandtoddlers event--agegroup--preschool event--eventtype--storytime event--location--muldoonlibrary" data-name="Parachute Storytime at Muldoon" data-date="11/18/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="10:30:00" data-end-time="11:00:00" data-agegroups="infantsandtoddlers,preschool" data-branches="muldoonlibrary" data-programs="storytime" data-description="<p>Bring your wiggliest toddlers to the library for an active storytime! We'll get up and go but we'll also sneak in some books. Stories alternate with songs and rhymes that

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Mobile Library Visit at ReMADE

Sat, Nov 21 · 3 PM – 5 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesClasses

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Mobile Library Come visit APL's new Mobile Library at South Anchorage's ReMADE. Browse the collection, check out books, sign up for a library card, learn about library resources and services, and return your items all in one convenient, South Anchorage location along Old Seward. ReMADE's address: 13500 Old Seward Hwy, Anchorage, AK 99515 21 Sat <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-21 event--agegroup--adults event--agegroup--allages event--eventtype--communityevent event--location--chugiak-eagleriver" data-name="Eagle River Fiber Spinners" data-date="11/21/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="10:00:00" data-end-time="12:00:00" data-agegroups="adults,allages" data-branches="chugiak-eagleriver" data-programs="communityevent" data-description="<p><span>The Eagle River Spinners meet monthly to spin fiber together. New members are always welcome. Never spun before? Stop by for a for a free demonstration

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Build Your Own Marble Run at Loussac

Mon, Nov 23 · 2 PM – 3 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesSports

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Z.J. Loussac Library : Learning Commons Join us to build your own marble run using everyday recycled materials! Best suited for ages 4 and up; scissor skills strongly encouraged. NOTE: This program contains small parts. Adult caregivers must actively supervise their children under age 8. 23 Mon <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-23 event--agegroup--preschool event--eventtype--funandgames event--location--zjloussaclibrary" data-name="Early Literacy Games at Loussac" data-date="11/23/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="10:00:00" data-end-time="12:00:00" data-agegroups="preschool" data-branches="zjloussaclibrary" data-programs="funandgames" data-description="<p>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

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Genealogy Workshop at Chugiak-Eagle River

Tue, Nov 24 · 2 PM – 4 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesClasses

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Chugiak-Eagle River : ERC - Main Floor Join us for drop in hours to get help with your family tree, scanning photos and documents, and doing research online. Learn more about genealogy resources that you can access free through the Anchorage Public Library. Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop or flash drive to save information found during the workshop. This program is a partnership with the Anchorage Genealogical Society. 24 Tue <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-24 event--agegroup--teens event--agegroup--adults event--eventtype--craftsdiy event--location--scottandwesleygerrishgirdwoodlibrary" data-name="Knot Just Knitters at Gerrish" data-date="11/24/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="13:00:00" data-end-time="14:00:00" data-agegroups="teens,adults" data-branches="scottandwesleygerrishgirdwoodlibrary" data-programs="craftsdiy"

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Mountain View Community Council

Sat, Nov 28 · 6 PM – 8 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesClasses

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Mountain View Library : Mountain View - Community Room Monthly meeting of the Mountain View Community Council. All community members are welcome. 28 Sat <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-11-28 event--agegroup--adults event--eventtype--communityevent event--location--muldoonlibrary" data-name="Senior Saturday at Muldoon" data-date="11/28/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="11:00:00" data-end-time="13:00:00" data-agegroups="adults" data-branches="muldoonlibrary" data-programs="communityevent" data-description="<p><span>On Saturday mornings, time and space has been set aside to assist area seniors one-on-one or in small groups.</span></p><ul type="disc"><li data-list-item-id="ef42a72b1c1008eb63cfa44fa46ab80e5"><span>Basic Help with Technology and Applications</span><ul type="c

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Public Assistance Resource Fair at Mountain View

Sat, Dec 5 · 1 PM – 4 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesFestivals

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Mountain View Library : Mountain View - Community Room Join us for a resource fair where you can meet with the People Mover Travel Trainer, get a benefits interview with a Public Assistance employee, including SNAP and Medicaid, and much more! For more information, please contact David Kreiss-Tomkins at 907-343-2911. 5 Sat <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-12-05 event--agegroup--adults event--agegroup--allages event--eventtype--craftsdiy event--location--chugiak-eagleriver" data-name="Community for Crafters" data-date="12/5/2026 12:00:00 AM" data-start-time="10:30:00" data-end-time="12:00:00" data-agegroups="adults,allages" data-branches="chugiak-eagleriver" data-programs="craftsdiy" data-description="<p class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body"><span>Come to the library for some crafting, creativit

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ASD Play to Learn

Mon, Dec 14 · 11 AM – 12:15 PM

Anchorage library · Anchorage · ≈ < 1 mi

FREEAll agesClasses

11:00 AM – 12:15 PM Z.J. Loussac Library : Learning Commons Help your child master school readiness skills in the year before starting kindergarten while earning books and other prizes! Play to Learn is for children 3 to 5 years old with their adult caregivers. Families and siblings are welcome. Play to Learn is sponsored by the Anchorage School District. To learn more information about kindergarten readiness and ASD enrollment information, visit their website at: https://www.asdk12.org/departments/academic-services/instructional-division/early-learning-department/readysetkindergarten 14 Mon <div style="display:none" class="container event event--2026-12-14 event--agegroup--preschool event--eventtype--funandgames event--location--zjloussaclibrary