Come see ice transformed into works of art! The ice carving competition starts at 9 a.m. Friday, January 9 with carvers working throughout the weekend to complete their sculptures by 4 p.m. on Sunday, January 11. Ice Sculptures will be on display through February at the Crystal Gallery of Ice in Town Square.

And don’t forget the Crystal Gallery Walk of Ice. Tour Downtown Anchorage and visit several sculptures found in front of some of your favorite businesses.

It’s First Friday time! Head down to Bailiwick for “Fox in a Box,” a show featuring art and animation of Nic and Vanessa Sweet. They teach classes at the Loussac Library each month and own the gallery Sleeping Fox Studios. 6-9 p.m. January 2.

Friday, January 2, at 7 p.m. the Anchorage Museum is presenting “Beyond the Brick: A LEGO Brickumentary,” about the extraordinary impact of the LEGO brick, its massive global fan base, and the innovative uses that have sprung up around the world. Join one of the film’s producers, Brendan Kiernan, for Q&A after the film. This event is FREE and open to the public.

Only three days left to nominate Alaska teens for Spirit of Youth recognition!

Teens can nominate their friends who are giving back to their community. Just visit spiritofyouth.org by Wednesday, December 31. This year Spirit of Youth is giving away 11, $2,000 scholarships!

Take a few minutes and nominate a friend today!

Head to the Loussac Library New Year’s Eve, December 31, for a fun afternoon of building and creating with LEGOs. Race a vehicle, build a building, or design your own mini-figure. There’s no limit to fun! Starts at 2:30 p.m.

Work off your holiday feasts at the Mike Hansen Memorial Ski Race January 4 at the Beach Lake Chalet. This race is organized by a teen and all the proceeds benefit Brother Francis Shelter.

If you’re new to skiing head out January 3 for a free, informal lesson.

We hope you have a safe, happy holiday! If you need a place to hang out today, Covenant House Alaska welcomes you any time. They will be having a holiday dinner at 3 p.m.

Ring in the new year in Town Square December 31! The fun starts at 5 p.m. Enjoy live music, street performers, fireworks and more — and it’s all FREE!

Like Midas Alaska’s page and they will donate one dollar to Food Bank of Alaska!

Don’t miss Winter Fun Day Tuesday, December 30 at the Eagle River Nature Center starting at 1 p.m. It’s a day dedicated to hiking, snowshoeing, winter survival skills, hot chocolate and free food!

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