things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Festival of Flowers 2014
- 05/27/14 03:25 AM
Anchorage Festival of Flowers 2014 They say that April showers bring May flowers. Here in Anchorage, the showers are continuing through the end of May. But that just means that the flowers are plentiful. Help celebrate these beauties at the Anchorage Festival of Flowers 2014 this Saturday, May 31st at Town Square Park. What: Anchorage Festival of Flowers 2014 Where: Town Square Park (544 W 5th St) When: May 31, 2014 12pm to 6pm Cost: FREE admission Contact: Anchorage Downtown Partnership (907) 279-5650 The Anchorage Festival of Flowers 2014 is a single day of family-friendly fun. Everyone gets in free of charge. And the kids … (2 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Big Alaska Travel Auction in Anchorage
- 04/29/14 05:40 AM
Big Alaska Travel Auction in Anchorage Have you been dreaming of an Alaska getaway? Are you worried that there isn't enough in your family's budget to plan on one? Put your fears to rest. The Big Alaska Travel Auction in Anchorage takes place May 1st through May 3rd live on KAKM's Channel 7. What: Big Alaska Travel Auction in Anchorage Where: KAKM Channel 7 When: May 1-3, 2014 7pm to 10pm Contact: KAKM Channel 7 (907) 550-8432
During the three day Big Alaska Travel Auction in Anchorage, everyone in Anchorage will have the opportunity to bid live for hotel stays, fishing trips, tours … (3 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Wishes Dr Seuss a Happy Birthday
- 02/18/14 04:37 AM
Anchorage Wishes Dr Seuss a Happy Birthday "Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You." On March 2nd, Theodor Seuss Geisel, aka, Dr Seuss, would have been 100 years old. The author of such children's classics as 'The Lorax', 'Horton Hears a Who', 'Green Eggs and Ham' and 'The Cat in the Hat' (just to name a few) has continued to be a part of our lexicon even more than 20 years after his death. On March 15th, you are invited to join in as Anchorage wishes Dr Seuss a … (0 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Stanley Cup Viewing in Anchorage
- 02/04/14 05:50 AM
Stanley Cup Viewing in Anchorage In November 2013, a brand new hockey bar opened up in Anchorage...Crossbar. And the critics have been raving about the place ever since. So, it makes sense that, as the representative of the highest achievement in hockey makes appearances across the country, there would be a Stanley Cup viewing in Anchorage at the Crossbar. What: Stanley Cup Viewing in Anchorage Where: Crossbar (2830 C St) When: Saturday, February 8, 2014 3:45pm to 5:45pm Contact: (907) 569-2222 The Stanley Cup is awarded to the NHL playoff winner at the end of the Stanley Cup Finals. Unlike the NFL's Vince Lombardi Trophy, … (0 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Snowshoe Walkabout 2014
- 01/07/14 04:57 AM
Anchorage Snowshoe Walkabout 2014 For many people, losing weight and/or living a healthier lifestyle is a popular New Year's resolution. Successful resolutions are made when you can get the entire family involved. Start the new year off right with the Anchorage Snowshoe Walkabout 2014. What: Anchorage Snowshoe Walkabout 2014 Where: Alaska Botanical Garden (4601 Campbell Airstrip Rd) When: January 11th 12pm to 2pm Cost: $5 for adults, $3 for children, FREE to ABG members Contact: (907) 770-3692 The Alaska Botanical Garden offers a guided walk on the trails traversing their grounds for their Anchorage Snowshoe Walkabout 2014. If you don't have your own snowshoes, REI has been kind enough … (0 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Holiday Tree Lighting 2013
- 11/25/13 04:34 AM
Anchorage Holiday Tree Lighting 2013 I know it feels like Christmas has been here forever. Anchorage stores seem to think it occurs around the same time as Halloween, judging by the amount of Christmas decorations, ornaments and other paraphernalia have been occupying store shelves. After Thanksgiving is through on Thursday, the official start of the Christmas season takes place on Friday, November 29th with the Anchorage Holiday Tree Lighting 2013. What: Anchorage Holiday Tree Lighting 2013 Where: Town Square Park, Downtown Anchorage When: November 29, 2013 5pm to 6:30pm Cost: FREE Contact: (907) 279-5650 No matter how chilly the weather gets or how long the decorations have … (1 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Turkey Trot 2013
- 11/12/13 04:49 AM
Anchorage Turkey Trot 2013 Thanksgiving is just 16 days away. Will you be spending it will friends and family? Have you decided on a menu? Get into the spirit of the season at the Anchorage Turkey Trot 2013. What: Anchorage Turkey Trot 2013 Where: Lidia Selkregg Chalet, Russian Jack Springs Park (1600 Lidia Selkregg Lane) When: Saturday, Nov 16, 2013 1:30pm to 3pm Cost: $5 per person Age Appropriate: 3-12 years old Contact: (907) 343-4130 Don't be scared. The turkeys in the Anchorage Turkey Trot 2013 aren't of the fowl variety. Instead, volunteer "turkeys" dress up in paper feathers and run around as your child gives … (1 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Food Truck Carnival
- 07/16/13 06:45 AM
Anchorage Food Truck Carnival Foodies rejoice! The Anchorage Food Truck Carnival makes sure you get tasty treats from a variety of local vendors every Thursday evening. While the food tickles your taste buds, your ears will be dining on entertainment from fabulous Anchorage area performers and others. What: Anchorage Food Truck Carnival Where: Chilkoot Charlie's parking lot When: Every Thursday from 11am to 3pm Past Anchorage food truck vendors have included Burger Box, Cajin Justice, Fishalicious, Mumbai Thai, Tears from Heaven and Urban Bamboo, just to name a few. This Thursday, July 18th, the Anchorage Food Truck Carnival is proud to present musical entertainment from … (0 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Slam'n Salm'n Derby 2013
- 06/04/13 06:24 AM
Alaska is well known for its crab AND its salmon. The salmon are making their run through downtown Anchorage's Ship Creek. That means that it must be time for the Anchorage Slam'n Salm'n Derby 2013! From June 7th through June 16th, the annual Slam'n Slam'n Derby will bring cheers of "Fish On!" throughout the downtown Anchorage area. Beginning at 6am on Friday, June 7th, all fishermen ages six and older are eligible to participate in the derby. Contestants under the age of 16 must have a harvest record card from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G). All contestants ages 16+ must … (1 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Festival of Flowers 2013
- 05/21/13 06:18 AM
Spring is in the air. The birds are chirping and the flowers are blossoming. It's time for the Anchorage Festival of Flowers 2013! On Saturday, June 1st, 2013, Town Square Park in Anchorage will be holding its annual Festival of Flowers from 11am to 6pm. This free community festival turns Anchorage into the "City of Flowers" for at least one day this year. Master gardeners will be on hand to impart their gardening wisdom to the masses. Find out how you can create a visual masterpiece with your own home flower garden. You can purchase buds to bring home and plant … (0 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Kids Day
- 04/16/13 06:19 AM
Our community believes in fulfilling the Five Promises to its youth: offering supportive, caring relationships with adults, providing a safe place for interaction with other kids, making health services accessible to all ages, implementing an effective curriculum for an optimum education and giving children the opportunity to help others in the Anchorage community. It is believed that these Five Promises will ensure that the children of today become productive and caring members of society in the future. One way to encourage the adoption of the Five Promises is through Anchorage Kids Day. This Saturday, April 20, 2013, Anchorage's Promise will be … (1 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Eggstravaganza
- 03/19/13 07:13 AM
Easter is almost here! But you don't have to wait until Easter Sunday to have fun. Enjoy an Anchorage Eggstravaganza on Saturday, March 30, 2013 at the Kincaid Park Chalet (9401 Raspberry Rd). Bunny hop your way into the season as we celebrate the early spring. Visitors are invited to participate in creating spring-themed arts and crafts. Plenty of fun outdoor games are scheduled for all ages. Lots of bunnies will be on hand. And what would an Anchorage Eggstravaganza be without an egg hunt?! Children will be split up into two age brackets (3-5 years old and 6-12 years old) for three … (1 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Sled Dog Races
- 02/19/13 04:52 AM
Alaska is known for many things: snow, beautiful surroundings, the Northern Lights and its Huskies. Two of these things are combined this weekend with the Anchorage Sled Dog Races. Downtown Anchorage will be filled with the running paws and howling "Yaws" of mushers as the World Championship Sled Dog Races race through. Beginning at noon on Friday, Saturday and Sunday (February 22nd, 23rd and 24th), sled dog teams from all over Alaska, Canada and the lower 48 will compete in this ASDRA (Alaskan Sled Dog & Racing Association) sanctioned event. You'll quickly see why this has continually been voted as the "Best … (0 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Fur Rondy 2013
- 02/05/13 04:33 AM
Every February, the streets of downtown Anchorage are alive in celebration of a decades old tradition known as the Fur Rondy. In its 77th year, the Anchorage Fur Rondy takes place this year from February 22nd to March 3rd, 2013. What started out as a way to break up the doldrums of harsh Alaska winters in 1935 has turned into an internationally renowned event. Throughout this 10 day event, Anchorage residents and visitors will have the opportunity to participate in several events. These include: Alaska Hold'em - March 2 at 4pm Amateur Photo Contest - February 22-March 3 Frostbite Footrace - February … (0 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Beer and Barley Wine Festival
- 01/15/13 05:49 AM
Sometimes there's nothing better than washing down a good meal with a great beer. Do you like a pale ale, a good stout or a barley wine? Expand your knowledge of suds at the Anchorage Beer and Barley Wine Festival this weekend, January 18th and 19th. The Great Alaska Beer and Barley Wine Festival takes place at the Egan Civic and Convention Center. This festival features beer from all over the great Northwest, with a particular concentration on Alaska beers and barley wines. Samples will be available for all interested attendees who are 21 years or older with a valid photo ID. This weekend's … (0 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Tree Lighting
- 12/04/12 04:11 AM
Christmas Day is just three weeks away. Are you ready to kick off the holiday season? If so, come to the Anchorage tree lighting ceremony this Friday, December 7th. Beginning at 5:30pm, the downtown Eagle River Commons area will become a winter wonderland filled with live music from local elementary school choirs, Santa and his reindeer and free horse-drawn sleigh rides. There will be plenty of free giveaways to attendees during the festivities. The Anchorage tree lighting ceremony itself will take place at 7pm. All guests are asked to bring canned goods and/or unwrapped presents for the Eagle River Food Pantry … (0 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Bonny Sosa Fun Runs in Anchorage
- 09/18/12 05:10 AM
Beginning last week, the Bonny Sosa Fun Runs in Anchorage have started up again. This annual fall event takes place every Tuesday evening through November 6, 2012 and has become a local Anchorage favorite. A healthy lifestyle waits for no one. So, just like the postman, neither rain nor sleet nor dead of night will keep the Bonny Sosa Tuesday Night Races from happening! Lifelong Alaska resident Bonny Sosa was a fitness advocate in the community. Her positive attitude and zest for life was infectious. When she died of a sudden brain tumor in 2008, the Tuesday Night Races were dedicated to her memory in legacy of the … (2 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Anchorage Safe and Sound Fair
- 09/04/12 07:03 AM
Are you prepared in case of an emergency? Are your children or the people who watch your children while you work ready to act when a disaster strikes? Everyone will have to opportunity to learn at the Anchorage Safe and Sound Fair on Saturday, September 8, 2012. From 11am to 3pm, the Loussac Public Library (3600 Denali St) will host more than 30 hands-on skill stations teaching attendees how to be prepared for and react to natural disasters and emergencies that they may come in contact with during an outdoor adventure in the Anchorage wilderness. The fair is being sponsored by the Anchorage Emergency … (1 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Alaska State Fair
- 08/14/12 07:01 AM
It's almost that time of year again. The Alaska State Fair arrives in the Anchorage area August 23rd through September 3rd in Palmer, AK. This year's fair is sure to be the most exciting ever. With live music, contests, games, amazing exhibits and, of course, fair food, how can you go wrong? Included in the price of admission to the Alaska State Fair is access to the great pumpkin weigh-off on August 28th, the Alaska Far Away Documentary, Cirque De La Vie (the fair's own version of the world famous Cirque de Soleil), several author events, trick rider shows, a petting zoo, a BMX stunt show, jugglers, lumberjacks, … (3 comments)
things to do in anchorage: Forest Fair Near Anchorage
- 07/03/12 05:32 AM
This weekend, July 6-8, 2012, the Forest Fair comes to the Anchorage area. Located just 36 miles south of Anchorage, Girdwood is a beautiful resort town that plays host to this fun annual event. Admission to the Forest Fair is absolutely free for the entire family. The Forest Fair showcases the work of local Alaskan artists, including hand-crafted items and exotic food. The fair's hours are 11am to 8pm on Friday and Saturday and 11am to 6pm on Sunday. The Forest Fair Parade kicks things off Saturday morning at 10am. Everyone is invited to be a part of the parade as long as they keep … (1 comments)
Pauline Hofseth is an Alaska Realtor who specializes in helping buyers and sellers of real estate in Anchorage, Birchwood, Chugiak, Eagle River, Peters Creek and Girdwood.
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