Skagway Library

Community Mend-It Day
2026-01-15 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Juneau) | Skagway Public Library
Bring in your clothes and learn simple repairs from our local seamstress, Haden Bricker. The Library’s sewing machines will be available to use, but participants are encouraged to bring their own sewing equipment as well.

Tournament of Books: Round 1
2026-02-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Skagway Public Library
From January 26 to February 15, this year’s Tournament judges have been busy reading pairs of the Skagway Public Library’s shortlist of eight 2025 competitors! Each of the four judges have read two books, which they will present at this meeting before declaring which one will advance to Round 2.
All are welcome to attend to hear about these books and follow along with the competition! Join us at 3:00 pm in the library’s Community Room.
If you can’t attend in-person, feel free to join us virtually:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89424802902?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 894 2480 2902
Passcode: [REDACTED]

LNL x ASP: Laser Tag
2026-02-26 15:00 - 16:30 | Skagway Recreation Center, 455 13th Ave, Skagway, 99840, United States
Unfortunately, this winter weather is forcing us to postpone the Animal Survival Game… We’re sorry to postpone, but be sure to look for it to be rescheduled in the next few months!

Instead, kindergarteners to 5th graders are encouraged to join “Late Night Library” and the Skagway Rec Center’s After School Program from 3:00 – 4:30 pm for Laser Tag fun!

Hope to see you there!

Tournament of Books: Final Vote!
2026-03-22 15:00 - 16:00 | Skagway Public Library
From March 1-22, all readers in Skagway are encouraged to read the two Tournament finalists and cast their vote for the winner. Then, on Sunday, March 22, at 3:00 pm, come to the library’s Community Room to discuss the finalists, cast your vote, and hear the announcement of the final winner!
All are welcome to attend. If you can’t come in-person, feel free to join us virtually:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83591859790?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 835 9185 9790
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Lego Club
2026-03-31 15:30 - 16:30 | Skagway Public Library
Hang out at the library and get creative with our Lego collection! All are welcome, ages 18 and under.

Passport Clinic
2026-04-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Skagway Public Library
Never had a passport before? Are you 18 years or older? Bring your completed application form and all relevant documents to the Skagway Public Library between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm on Thursday, April 9 and Thursday, April 16 and have your application processed by an Acceptance Agent.

Please see the flyer for information about which documents to bring. If you have any further questions, please contact the Acceptance Agents at the Skagway Public Library at (907) 983-2665 or library@skagway.org.

Crepe Flower Workshop
2026-04-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Skagway Public Library
Come craft your own floral masterpiece – no green thumb required!

Spring Soup Social
2026-04-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Skagway Public Library
Bring a soup to share, or just come eat some warm food and meet fellow Skagwegians!

Unique You Story Time
2026-06-20 10:30 - 11:30 | Skagway Public Library
Join Persephone LeVore, Petite Pierre, and the Skagway Public Library staff for a joyful celebration of your unique self! We’ll read stories, sing songs, do a craft, and enjoy rainbow treats as we celebrate the joy of being YOU!
Happy Pride, Skagway!

Late Night Library: Smash Burger Night
2026-07-10 18:00 - 19:00 | 1898 Burgers N’ Shakes
On Friday, July 10th at 6:00 pm, all 2nd-6th graders are invited to meet library staff at 1898 Burgers N’ Shakes on 5th Avenue for a fun, messy, and delicious Late Night Library!

Summer Salad Social
2026-07-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Skagway Public Library
Summer is salad season, and that means salad in any form! Lettuce, pasta, potato, or jello – you bring your favorite to this Saturday afternoon social!
Bring your favorite salad to share, socialize in the library’s Community Room, and taste Skagway’s favorite salads this summer!

Beginners' Wire-Wrapped Jewelry Class with John Harris
2026-07-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Skagway Public Library
John Harris is back with another Beginners’ Wire-Wrapped Jewelry Class!

Come to the Library’s Community Room between 1:00 and 3:00 pm to make your own jewelry! All supplies will be provided and everyone is welcome.

Creative Writing Hour
2026-08-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Skagway Public Library
Get your creative juices flowing alongside other writers for one hour each week!
10:00 am to 11:00 am every Thursday morning in the Library’s Conference Room. All are welcome regardless of writing progress, age, or writing style!

Late Night Library: Stuffed Animal Lock-In
2026-08-14 18:00 - 21:00 | Skagway Public Library
August’s Late Night Library will be an extra-special evening from 6:00 – 9:00 pm at the Skagway Public Library. The night will include breakfast for dinner and a movie viewing in the library. Plus, wear your pajamas, bring a stuffie, then leave your stuffie overnight where it will have an awesome sleepover in the library! Pick it up on Saturday morning and hear all about its library adventures.
All 1st – 5th graders are welcome!

Harriet Pullen's Birthday & Women's Equality Day Tea Party
2026-08-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Skagway Public Library
This August 13th will mark 166 years since the birth of Harriet Pullen.
And August 26th marks 106 years since the certification of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which granted women the right to vote.
With so much to celebrate in August, the Skagway Public Library will be hosting a tea party in honor of Harriet Pullen’s birthday, Women’s Equality Day, and Skagway’s history of strong, determined, and change-making women! Join us on Saturday, August 15th between 1:00 and 3:00 pm in the Library’s Community Room.
There will be treats and teas to enjoy, but feel free to bring something to share if you would like to contribute.
