The library is the place to be this spring! Celebrate National Library Week with us from April 3rd – 9th. Take advantage of our earlier open time and get the latest releases in books, movies and music. Join us for programs at the library including storytimes, a spring break pizza party for teens, in-person Wednesday programs for adults, and more.
Masks are no longer required for library visitors, but they will still be available at the library entry for those who wish to wear one during their visit.
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March Madness Championship
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The Final Round
We've made it to the last week of March Madness 2022 and it's time to cast your vote to see which book comes out on top.
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Prizes
- Kids - Send an email to lisaj@cityofanacortes.org and let Lisa know you voted and in which category.
- Teens and Adults - Email patriciaw@cityofanacortes.org to let her know you voted.
After the 2022 Tournament of Books winners are announced, we will choose two random prize winners for each category. Prizes are a gift card to Watermark Book Company or Pelican Books and some other literary goodies. One vote per person, each round and prizes are open to Anacortes Public Library card holders and Skagit County residents.
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Covid-19 Vaccination & Booster Clinic
Friday, April 8th 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Library Community Meeting Room
Need a Covid-19 vaccine time that fits your family’s schedule? Are you a senior in need of a second booster? Stop by during our clinic over spring break! The library is offering a clinic for free Covid-19 vaccinations & boosters for all eligible ages, including adults and children ages 5 and older, on Friday, April 8th. Drop in any time between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. No appointment is necessary.
Available vaccinations will include first and second shots of the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines, as well as the single first-time shots of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Booster shots of all three will be available. Thanks to Bird’s Eye Medical for providing this clinic.
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Wednesday evening programs begin after regular library hours; no library services are available after 6:00 pm
Anacortes Museum Presents: The Photographers of Anacortes
Bret Lunsford, Museum Director & Adam Farnsworth, Education and Media Curator
Wednesday, April 13th 6:00 pm
Library Community Meeting Room
Bret Lunsford and Adam Farnsworth present the Anacortes Museum’s new exhibit: The Photographers of Anacortes. The exhibit is designed to be enjoyed by in-person visitors at the Carnegie Gallery (1305 8th Street) and online through a virtual exhibit. The exhibit was designed by Corin Noronha and Will McCracken, both Anacortes High School alumni and photographers themselves.
The ABCs of LGBTQ+
PFLAG of Skagit with Randi Breuer
Wednesday, April 20th 6:00 pm
Library Community Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion with Randi Breuer, member of PFLAG* Skagit to learn about our LGBTQ+ community and participate in a conversation about inclusion and support. In this introduction to the community, you will learn the meaning of sexual orientation and gender identity. Become familiar with the initials and pronouns and why they are so important. Randi will share their personal story of experience, strength and hope through coming out, facing obstacles and finding support.
*PFLAG provides opportunities for dialogue about sexual orientation and gender identity. PFLAG works to create a society that is healthy and respectful of all human diversity.
Book Club at the Library
Monday, April 25th 7:00 pm
Library Community Meeting Room
The book club meets the fourth Monday of every month. April is author month, read anything by or about Virginia Woolf. All are welcome to this volunteer-led book club. For more information call Jackie Boss at 360-202-1190.
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Second Sunday Jazz: Nuages
Sunday, April 10th 2:00 pm
Live at Buxton’s Music, 1904 Commercial Ave
Nuages is a performance ensemble specializing in gypsy jazz á la Django Reinhardt. The quintet performs mostly original arrangements of jazz Manouche standards, and a diverse repertoire which draws on musical traditions from all over the world. This free concert is sponsored by the Manieri Jazz and Swing Endowment.
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Jazz Lecture Series: Instrumental Women of Jazz
Thursday, April 28th 7:00 pm
Library Community Meeting Room
Jazz educator Brent Jensen presents a lecture examining the historical and contemporary contributions of the instrumental women of jazz, covering important figures as Lil Hardin, Mary Lou Williams, Mary Osborne, Vi Redd, or Melba Liston.
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Spring Break Drop-In Pizza Party
Open to all 6th-12th year teens
Wednesday, April 6th 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Library Community Meeting Room
Let’s celebrate spring break with a gaming & pizza party! Teens who attend can play Switch games on our big screen, try out the library’s newest STEAM Kits-- synthesizers and green screen kits for creating your own music and movies. We’ll have new books to share, giveaways, and snacks while we talk about all things library. Learn more about the library’s upcoming plans for teen programs and give us your input!
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Kids Take & Makes
Stop by the Dr. Sylvia Maxson Children’s Library starting April 1st for a fun art project that the whole family can help create. Available while supplies last.
Tween Advisory Council Brainstorming Meeting
Open to all 4th and 5th graders (homeschoolers welcome!)
Tuesday, April 5th 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Community Meeting Room
We’re trying something new and we need your help! We’re starting a group of 4th and 5th graders to help us plan some fun programs for the library. We’ll share some new books, games, and STEAM Kits, and there will be snacks! Space is limited and registration is required. We’ll decide on a monthly meeting time, too. Sign up in the here.
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Did you know...
The FriendShop is now open for shopping on Mondays & Fridays from 10:00am – 12:00pm. Come see their new look and new stock.
Also, masks are no longer required for library visitors, but they will still be available at the library entry for those who wish to wear one during their visit.
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