Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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APL Plant Swap

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Get planty with us at the library's quarterly plant swap! Bring cuttings, rooted props, full plants, or pots to trade – and enter the drawing to win the door prize plant!

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Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Please call 800.272.3900 to register! Walk-ins Welcome!

Alzheimer’s Association® support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to:

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Granny Square Blankets

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Program Type:

Volunteer Opportunities, Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunities, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We're collecting granny squares again - this time to make blankets to donate to Lula NFP!

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Teen Movie Night

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:15pm

Program Type:

Movie

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come hang out with the Teen Advisory Board after the library closes and watch Freakier Friday (PG). Themed snacks will be provided. Ages 13-18. Register. 

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Anime Club

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Obsessed with anime and manga, or just curious? Come hang out with other adults and discuss all things anime, with different activities and themes each month!

1/17 – Guess That Anime!

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Creative Writing Club

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Meet with fellow writers and get those creative juices flowing! We’ll share tools and activities to help develop your writing skills, so dive in and refine your unique voice and storytelling abilities! Ages 18+. Drop in!

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Anime Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Youth, Teens
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Youth, Teens
Program Type: Teen Clubs

Love anime? Come watch anime, talk about manga, learn about Asian culture, and try a cool snack! Ages 11-18. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

GED Classes

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education

Our GED classes are offered in partnership with the Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning. Tutor-guided instruction focuses on math, reading, science, and social studies, with all materials provided. The Moonlight Coalition also pays for students to take the GED test when they’re ready! Ages 16+. Drop in!

Teen Advisory Board

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
Cancelled
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunities, Teen Clubs

Want to volunteer and eat pizza at the same time? Join our Teen Advisory Board, where you’ll get to plan programs and bring your ideas for the library to life! Ages 13-18. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

GED Classes

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education

Our GED classes are offered in partnership with the Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning. Tutor-guided instruction focuses on math, reading, science, and social studies, with all materials provided. The Moonlight Coalition also pays for students to take the GED test when they’re ready! Ages 16+. Drop in!

Teen Movie Night

6:00pm–8:15pm
Teens
Seats Available
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come hang out with the Teen Advisory Board after the library closes and watch Freakier Friday (PG). Themed snacks will be provided. Ages 13-18. Register. 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

Volunteer Meet & Prep

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunities
Event Details:

Join us once a month to learn more about volunteer opportunities in your community and help with a project that day! A majority of projects can be prepped while seated at a table. Ages 13+. Drop in!

Anime Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Youth, Teens
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Youth, Teens
Program Type: Teen Clubs

Love anime? Come watch anime, talk about manga, learn about Asian culture, and try a cool snack! Ages 11-18. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

GED Classes

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education

Our GED classes are offered in partnership with the Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning. Tutor-guided instruction focuses on math, reading, science, and social studies, with all materials provided. The Moonlight Coalition also pays for students to take the GED test when they’re ready! Ages 16+. Drop in!

Dungeons & Dragons

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Roll for initiative! D&D is back with a new campaign this winter! All skill levels are welcome. Snacks will be provided. Ages 13-18. 

Graphic Novel Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens
Seats Available
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Check out a copy of this month's featured book at the Circ Desk, then join us for a discussion, themed activity, and snack. Ages13-18. Register. 

January: Nimona by ND Stevenson

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

Graphic Novel Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Seats Available
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Check out a copy of this month's featured book at the Circ Desk, then join us for a discussion, themed activity, and snack. Ages 13.18. Register. 

January: Nimona by ND Stevenson

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

Teen Advisory Board

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunities, Teen Clubs

Want to volunteer and eat pizza at the same time? Join our Teen Advisory Board, where you’ll get to plan programs and bring your ideas for the library to life! Ages 13-18. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

GED Classes

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education

Our GED classes are offered in partnership with the Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning. Tutor-guided instruction focuses on math, reading, science, and social studies, with all materials provided. The Moonlight Coalition also pays for students to take the GED test when they’re ready! Ages 16+. Drop in!

Fluffy Snow Slime

4:00pm–5:30pm
Youth, Teens
Seats Available
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Youth, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to mix, stretch, and squish some slime for this Sensory Craft program! Choose from different glitters and add-ins to make your own unique slime. Ages 7-18. Register. 

Disclaimer(s)

Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend this program. 

Anime Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Youth, Teens
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Youth, Teens
Program Type: Teen Clubs

Love anime? Come watch anime, talk about manga, learn about Asian culture, and try a cool snack! Ages 11-18. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

GED Classes

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education

Our GED classes are offered in partnership with the Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning. Tutor-guided instruction focuses on math, reading, science, and social studies, with all materials provided. The Moonlight Coalition also pays for students to take the GED test when they’re ready! Ages 16+. Drop in!

Youth Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Youth, Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Youth, Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Check out a copy of this month’s featured book at the Circ Desk, then join us for a discussion, themed activity, and snack. Ages 8-12. Register.

February: Restart by Gordan Korman 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

Youth Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Youth, Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Check out a copy of this month’s featured book at the Circ Desk, then join us for a discussion, themed activity, and snack. Ages 8-12. Register.

February: Restart by Gordan Korman 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

Dungeons & Dragons

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Roll for initiative! Join us for a seasonal session of D&D at the library! All skill levels are welcome. Snacks will be provided. Ages 13-18. 

Teen Advisory Board

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunities, Teen Clubs

Want to volunteer and eat pizza at the same time? Join our Teen Advisory Board, where you’ll get to plan programs and bring your ideas for the library to life! Ages 13-18. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

GED Classes

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education

Our GED classes are offered in partnership with the Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning. Tutor-guided instruction focuses on math, reading, science, and social studies, with all materials provided. The Moonlight Coalition also pays for students to take the GED test when they’re ready! Ages 16+. Drop in!

Volunteer Meet & Prep

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunities
Event Details:

Join us once a month to learn more about volunteer opportunities in your community and help with a project that day! A majority of projects can be prepped while seated at a table. Ages 13+. Drop in!

Anime Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Youth, Teens
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Youth, Teens
Program Type: Teen Clubs

Love anime? Come watch anime, talk about manga, learn about Asian culture, and try a cool snack! Ages 11-18. Drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, gluten, and other allergens. 

GED Classes

10:30am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Alpha Park Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education

Our GED classes are offered in partnership with the Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning. Tutor-guided instruction focuses on math, reading, science, and social studies, with all materials provided. The Moonlight Coalition also pays for students to take the GED test when they’re ready! Ages 16+. Drop in!