If you have bank cards with either Bank of America or Merrill Lynch, than you could gain free admission to the popular Anchorage Museum on specified days this year. Starting on February 4th and continuing thereafter on the first Saturday of each month, individuals with Bank of America (or Alaska Airlines Visa, issued through this … Continue reading Anchorage Museum offering ‘free days’ starting Feb 4
Visit Anchorage AK’s Crystal Gallery of Ice this month
Visiting Town Square Park in Anchorage AK holds an extra special attraction from now until February. Magnificent ice sculptures are on view throughout the park as part of a competition held last Sunday. Two-person teams worked on two 3,000 pound ice blocks to create a sculpture of their choosing for the Crystal Gallery of Ice … Continue reading Visit Anchorage AK’s Crystal Gallery of Ice this month
Stay up-to-date on Anchorage AK outdoor Events this winter
Want to stay in the know about outdoor events in Anchorage AK this winter? Anchorage Daily News online offers a great way to see what events are happen each week with the “Outdoors hotline” section of their website. This week some highlights include “Zoo Lights!” at the Alaska Zoo from Thursday to Sunday at 5 … Continue reading Stay up-to-date on Anchorage AK outdoor Events this winter
Day Trip Ideas for Mat-Su Valley AK
The Mat-Su Valley is a great place to visit year round. From scenic drives to historic museums, there are tons of activities during any season. As the state of Alaska is one-fifth the size of the continental US, it also provides unique landscapes and sightseeing opportunities. Take a look at some of these ideas for … Continue reading Day Trip Ideas for Mat-Su Valley AK
Upcoming Holiday entertainment in Anchorage and Wasilla AK
Starting now until New Year’s, Anchorage and Wasilla residents and visitors will have the opportunity to attend great holiday performances. Anchorage’s Ballet’s Christmas 2011 will be at the Discovery Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Dec 17, including highlights from “The Nutcracker” and special guest artists. On December 18th is a performance of “A Christmas Carol” … Continue reading Upcoming Holiday entertainment in Anchorage and Wasilla AK
NBA Players Coming to Anchorage AK for special charity game
An exhibition game is scheduled at Sullivan Arena in Anchorage AK for December 1st that basketball enthusiasts won’t want to miss! Buddy Bailey of Alaska Hoops, Inc. came up with the idea of bringing a few professional basketball players to AK for a charity game, sending a message to Ronnie Chalmers, NBA’s Mario Chalmers’ father … Continue reading NBA Players Coming to Anchorage AK for special charity game
Anchorage AK’s 33rd Annual Arts and Crafts Emporium this weekend
The 33rd annual Arts & Crafts Emporium is back on November 19th and 20th for 2011. The Christmas themed Arts and Crafts Emporium will be at Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center in Anchorage AK on Saturday, Nov 19, from 10:00am-6:00pm and on Sunday, Nov 20, 11:00am-5:00pm. This is a great opportunity for Alaskan artists and … Continue reading Anchorage AK’s 33rd Annual Arts and Crafts Emporium this weekend
Proposed Alaskan Trails included in National recreation projects
As part of President Obama’s “America’s Great Outdoors” initiative, two proposed Alaskan trails may receive federal funding. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar announced recently that several Alaska projects would be included in a 50-state Interior Department report that features the nation’s most promising ways to reconnect Americans to the natural world. Among the projects proposed is … Continue reading Proposed Alaskan Trails included in National recreation projects
South High takes lead in Anchorage AK’s Cook Inlet Conference Gymnastics
The Cook Inlet Conference gymnastics championships met last Saturday at Chugiak High in Anchorage AK for a great series of events. South High most notably showed a wonderful performance, placing three gymnasts in the top five of the all-around standings. Kallie Randolph of South High won three of four events, gaining the all-around title with … Continue reading South High takes lead in Anchorage AK’s Cook Inlet Conference Gymnastics
Anchorage AK’s Great Pumpkin Festival Oct 29th
The Great Pumpkin Festival in Anchorage AK is scheduled for Saturday, October 29th at the Spenard Recreation Center. This great festival features loads of activities for kids to have fun while also staying safe. There will be a costume contest every hour over the course of the festival which runs from 12:00 noon to 6:00 … Continue reading Anchorage AK’s Great Pumpkin Festival Oct 29th
