alaska events: 18th Annual Journey's Marathon Eagle River 2014 - 04/28/14 05:01 AM

On May 10th, 2014 come join the Journey's marathon and run your heart out! Journeys Marathon is a challenging and inspirational spring race that starts with the woodland backdrop of Boulder Junction, WI on rustic roads while meandering through the Northern Highland American Legion State Forest and passing many scenic northern Wisconsin lakes. This is a race not to be missed. For more information or to register, please contact the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center at 800-359-6315 or visit the Official Journeys Marathon website at www. journeysmarathon.org.
All runners must be across the finish line by … (0 comments)

alaska events: Cooper Landing Alaska Youth Group Mystery Dinner 2014 - 04/25/14 09:49 AM
Everyone loves a good mystery. On Saturday April 26th, the Cooper Landing Youth Group will be hosting a murder mystery dinner theater at 5:30pm. Bring your whole family for a great night of dinner and entertainment. And best of all, we are helping to support the kids in our community! They are basing their theme off of the 81st Annual Academy Golden Bowls Awards Banquet. This special banquet honors cereal mascots around the world.
In the 81st Annual Academy Golden Bowl Awards Banquet, one cereal mascot is honored each year with a gold trophy for his/her dedication to advertising. Cereal Mascots mysteriously start … (0 comments)

alaska events: Wild West Fundraising Dinner and Auction in Wasilla, Alaska - 04/25/14 08:24 AM

Looking for some good Country fun? Fronteras Spanish Immersion Charter School is having a Wild West Fundraising Dinner and Auction this Saturday April, 26th! Bring your whole family to the VFW Hall in Wasilla, Alaska to be apart of this western fun-filled event! Doors open at 5:00pm with dinner starting at 6:00pm. A live Auction will take place around 7:00pm following dinner. Don't miss your chance to get a taste of the 1800's!!
Tickets are $25.00 and the first 20 Veterans get into the event free. For more information or for ticket inquiry call 907-745-2223 or stop by the Charter school at … (0 comments)

alaska events: Square and Round Dancing-VFW Post Soldotna, Alaska - 04/24/14 10:46 AM
We all love to dance, just some of us don't know the moves too well! Learn how to square and or round dance in no time by coming to beginning lessons at the VFW Post in Soldotna, Alaska. This will be a great time to learn and master the art of square/round dancing! Have a good time with friends, dancing and making memories. Dancing is a form of movement and exercise and its simple. Hope to see you out there!
Beginning Square and Round Dancing is held from 7 to 9 p.m. Fridays at the VFW Post 10046 in Soldotna. It … (0 comments)

alaska events: Homer, Alaska's Combined Youth Orchestras Spring Concert 2014 - 04/24/14 10:09 AM
The Homer Youth String Orchestra Club and the Central Peninsula Community Orchestra are combining for a Spring Concert under the direction of Tammy Vollom-Matturro on Sunday, May 4th at the Alaska Islands & Ocean Visitor Center in Homer. Admission is free and concert starts at 4pm, with reception following the performance. This will be a great event for the whole family to enjoy.
These youth orchrestras are under the auspices of The Kenai Peninsula Orchestra.
This event will take place on May 4th, 2014 at 4:00pm. Remember to show up early for desired seating.
Event is located at 95 Sterling Highway, … (0 comments)

alaska events: Color Run Kaleidoscope Tour 2014- Fairbanks, Alaska - 04/24/14 08:23 AM

Its Back!! The Color Run will be debuting in Fairbanks, Alaska this coming June 7th at the Carlson Center. The Color Run is the largest event series in the nation, bringing friends, families and athletes together for a good cause. Runners can vary from seasoned athletes to new runners, but remember to wear white, have fun, and prepared to get covered in colorful paint at the finish.
The Color Run is introducing their new Kaleidoscope Tour. Kaleidoscopes demonstrate the beauty of motion and change. Register either with a team or individually! You and your friends can run, have fun, laugh, and get … (0 comments)

alaska events: "Chocolate for Life"- Eagle River, Alaska 2014 - 04/24/14 07:02 AM

If you love giving back to your community, and if you love chocolate then you won't want to miss out on this event! On Friday May 16th, Heart to Heart Pregnancy Resource Center will be hosting "Chocolate for Life", their annual fundraiser and silent auction for the center. The fundraiser event will take place at Community Covenant Church in Eagle River, Alaska. The speaker this year will be former Planned Parenthood Director Abby Johnson.
During each year's event, Heart to Heart also hosts the annual "Best Chocolate Dessert in Eagle River/Chugiak" Contest. Every year chocolate desserts are entered into the competition … (2 comments)

alaska events: Youth Game Warden Camp Soldotna Alaska 2014 - 04/22/14 10:36 AM
This coming May 2014 the Kenai Wildlife Refuge will be holding a Youth Game Warden Camp. If you have a 4th or a 5th grader, you will want to bring them for a fun experience with the outdoors! There will be many activities for your child and the things they will learn while they are having fun! Your child will have a chance to be a detective in the Wildlife Forensics Crime scene activitiy! They will receive a wildlife & duck ID, get to meet a Canine Officer, and learn about water and boating safety. This great hands on camp gets children familiar … (0 comments)

alaska events: Dinner and More-Anchorage City Lofts Hotel - 04/22/14 07:58 AM
If you are visiting Anchorage and looking for a place to stay, or would like a night to get away from home, then Anchorage City Lofts Hotel is the place for you! This amazing hotel has many features for everyone to enjoy! Check out Anchorage City Limits dining which has delicious food, and great variety of drinks, entertainment, and you are guaranteed a fun time! Attend open mic nights, or come listen to some great bands! Make sure you stop in and see what its all about!
At Anchorage City Limits, come and enjoy Tuesday Night Blues Jam hosted by Sammy Burrous! You'll hear all … (0 comments)

alaska events: Road to Warped Tour 2014 Soldotna Alaska - 04/21/14 08:58 AM
Copper Top Lounge will be holding a Battle of the Bands this coming Saturday starting at 9:00PM!! Local bands will be competing for a chance to be in Alaska's Road to Warped Tour. You and your band will not want to miss out on this amazing opportunity!! Not in a band? Come show your support for your favorite local band this Saturday night at the Copper Top lounge in Soldotna. Root for your favorite band to win, enjoy drinks, food, and of course live music! A great event for all your friends, expecting a fantastic evening!!
 
Event will take place … (0 comments)

alaska events: Women's Only Beginning Handgun Class Chugiak Alaska - 04/21/14 08:13 AM
Summer is here and that means bear season. Knowing how to use a gun might come in handy living here in Alaska. Take advantage of this Women's Only Beginning Handgun Class provided by Gun Start. Event will take place on Thursday, May 15 from 6:00pm to 9:30pm. Gun Start is a family run business committed to helping you gain the skills necessary to defend your life and the lives of others. - "This means these classes are comprehensive.  We are parents and take our job very seriously.  We know that the statistic say most people will only take one training class in … (0 comments)

alaska events: Paddlesports America Course 2014 Eagle River - 04/21/14 07:40 AM

Flotilla 33, U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, is teaming up with UAA to present “Paddlesports America,” a safety seminar for novice canoers, kayakers and other paddlesports enthusiasts. The course begins with a 3-hour class Friday night in Eagle River, then continues the next morning with UAA instructors at the Wells Fargo pool.
Topics include basics such as understanding paddlecraft characteristics and vessel capacities, selecting the proper paddle and how to file a float plan.  Paddlers will learn the proper way to transport the paddlecraft; conduct a pre-departure check; dress for a safe trip; load gear and their responsibilities when paddling with … (0 comments)

alaska events: Safe Kids Kenai Peninsula Water Safety Event 2014 - 04/21/14 07:02 AM
On May 3rd, 2014 bring your child to Skyview High School and take advantage of this FREE Water Safety Event for children ages 4-14. Summer is here, and that means trips with your family and swimming in lakes, going fishing on rivers, even fishing trips on the ocean. Water Safety is important for all children, kids, teens and event adults. So why not take the time to learn? And best of all, its FREE. Parents/caregivers must attend with child (but do not have to get in water). Arrive anytime during the event hours and rotate safety stations. Allow appoximately 1 1/2 to … (0 comments)

alaska events: Alaska Heart Run 2014 Anchorage Alaska - 04/21/14 05:38 AM

University of Alaska Anchorage Fine Arts Building will be having the Alaska Heart Run on Saturday April 26th at 9:30am. The Alaska Heart Run is one of the largest 5K races in Alaska, uniting serious and casual runners and walkers. Participants travel from across the state to participate in this fundraising event benefiting the American Heart Association which raises funds to aid in the fight against heart disease and stroke. Make a difference in your own life while raising funds to save others. Participants choose between the 5K timed/untimed event or 3K event. For 36 years the Heart Run has inspired Alaskans … (1 comments)

alaska events: Anchorage Alaska's H2Oasis Indoor Water Park - 04/16/14 04:57 AM

H2Oasis is a family friendly indoor water park filled with fun activities, water slides and more! Located in Anchorage, Alaska and is the 5th largest indoor water park in America; H2Oasis is definitely a good place to stop by.
Splash around in the lazy river or even float around on an inner tube. Try not to scream on both the 368 and 150 foot long water slides!! Both dropping into 3 feet deep of water. Have young children? The water park also provides a Pirate Ship specifically made for young toddlers, children, and even babies! This ship has mini short slides, tunnels, water fountains and … (0 comments)

alaska events: Alaska Miss Amazing Pageant 2014 - 04/15/14 05:19 AM
The first annual Alaska Miss Amazing pageant!! This pageant is for women and young girls ages 10-35 years of age. The mission of the Miss Amazing Pageant is to provide opportunities for girls and young women with disabilities to raise self-confidence in a supportive environment. Participants are asked to bring cans of food for donations to food banks, etc. This teaches to give back and to help the community. This will be a great event to be apart of. Changing the lives of women across the Nation. Come out and show your support!
There are millions of beauty pageants across the … (0 comments)

alaska events: Soldotna Alaska Fashion Week 2014 - The Tour - 04/15/14 04:50 AM
Style, glamour, and fashion do not easily come to mind when one thinks of the State of Alaska. Alaskans are not known for dressing well, in fact Anchorage was recently rated the worst dressed city. However CEO/President of Alaska Fashion Week, Dominick Liriano is determined to make that change. AFW announces that they will be hosting a Tour in our very own Soldotna, Alaska! This one day event will showcase the recent collections of a few chosen designers from the AFW 2014 show. Don't miss this rare opportunity April 18th, at 6:30pm!!
AFW was created after the city of Anchorage participated in an … (0 comments)

alaska events: Soldotna Alaska Public Library, Children's Activities. - 04/14/14 08:49 AM
The Soldotna Alaska Library is a great place for everyone in the community to go. Thousands of books to choose from and quiet study areas. Soldotna Library also has a section just for your child! Looking for something to do with your toddler? Every Tuesday at 10:30am come be apart of Toddler Story Time. Get up and get moving with stories, songs, and silly fun that encourages your toddler's language skills!  If you have infants to babies up to 18 months you are invited to attend the Bouncing Babies group every Wednesday at 10:30am! You and your baby can come share songs, stories and enjoy … (0 comments)

alaska events: Kenai Alaska Saturday Farmers Market - 04/14/14 07:09 AM
Experience an abundance of Alaskan grown farm fresh food and products from the Mat-Su Valley, Alaska and Kenai Peninsula! From May to September come to the Kenai Visitors center for the Kenai Farmers Market. Scattered throughout Alaska are local Farmers Markets where people go to for fresh produce and other local made items. Every Saturday from May thru September from 10am-5pm you will have the opportunity to buy fresh local foods, and hand crafted items. Come together at the local Farmers Market!! See what is available!!
The mission of the Mat-Su Farm Market is to provide a market venue for area farmers … (0 comments)

alaska events: Anchorage Alaska Walk for Autism 2014 - 04/14/14 04:36 AM
Mark your calendars for Saturday April 19th and come show your support for the Anchorage Alaska Walk for Autism!! Here in Alaska we have many families who have a loved one struggling with autism. This event is to help raise money and support Autism in Alaska. Bring your whole family!! Donations will be taken. More information online at www.alaskaarc.org. There will be T-shirts available for the first 100 people to register for the Walk. Only 2 T-shirts per family. Participate in the silent auction! Also activities will be provided for children. Hurry up and register online!! Additional T-shirts will be available for … (0 comments)