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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

If you volunteer in the community you could be eligible to win tickets to next year’s Super Bowl! The Lead360 Challenge is a contest where young people tell others about how they give back. Anyone under 25 can get involved: individuals, schools, clubs, faith-based or other organizations that work with kids. Sign up, upload your project, share your impact, photos and stories, and compete! You can win prizes and be recognized. Twenty seven finalists will compete in a social media voting contest. One winning team goes to Super Bowl XLIX. Will it be you? Submit your project today at: http://bit.ly/1dxpgrm

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Grab your racquet and drop in to the Spenard Rec Center every Saturday from noon-2:30 p.m. for open badminton. All levels of players welcome. Bring your own racquets and birdies. $5 to play.

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Celebrate Earth Day and “March for Parks” Saturday, April 12 from from 9 a.m. – noon. Classrooms, students and community members are encouraged to collect pledges toward completing a fun walk in downtown Anchorage. Funds raised help send youth on outdoor-themed class field trips. Event includes prizes, activity booths, and lots of fun! For more info and to register, contact Helen Fields, Education Specialist with AK Public Land Information Center, Helen_m_fields@nps.gov or 907-644-3670.

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Sharpen your pencils, it’s time for the 49 Writers Write-a-thon! The Fourth Annual Write-a-thon will take over Snow City Café Friday, April 11 from 5:30-10:30 p.m. Come write for four hours, nine minutes and celebrate your achievements with your peers. To keep you going, they’ll have prize drawings, stretch breaks and inspiration throughout the night. Plus, they’ll help keep your vitals level with a free buffet on arrival and unlimited caffeine throughout the evening.

Everyone and anyone is invited to participate. Advance registration is $10 for adults and $5 for writers 18 and under. For more information, visit http://49writingcenter.org/writeathon/

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Get your tickets to the Second Annual Alaska Hip Hop and R&B Awards, Saturday, April 12 at the Wilda Marston Theater. This event honors musicians and other important industry insiders that impact and support the Alaska Hip Hop and R&B music scene. Meet the who’s who of Alaska Hip Hop and R&B. This event is open to the public, but space is limited. For more information go to http://www.alaskahiphopawards.net

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

It’s a Fiesta Mexicana! Come to the UAA Student Union Friday, April 4 from 7-10 p.m. and immerse yourself in Mexican culture. Don’t miss the food and fun! Salsa classes, mariachi band, a DJ, refreshments — all free and open to the public!

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Listen, learn and fall in love with local world musical talent Sunday, April 6 from 1-4 p.m. at the Alaska Public Media studio. It’ll be an afternoon of music and conversation with six fantastic local bands performing a variety of music styles from around the world. Each group will perform for 15 minutes followed by a 15 minute interview with Alaska Public Media’s Torrie Allen.

Talent includes: Son Latinos, Crooked Road, Tomodachi Daiko Drummers, and Hmong Singing and Dance.

Attend one or all performances for one price: Prepay $15, Door $20.

For more information, visit http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e8xg76zj8104e1c5&llr=xq6up9dab

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

It’s First Friday time again and this month we recommend checking out the Rondy Shop downtown for an evening of crafts, puppies, Alaska native dancers and music from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The art on display is created by students from several Anchorage elementary schools.

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Outdoor gear swap! Head to APU’s Mosley Sports Center Saturday April 5 from 10 a.m. -2 p.m. and find great deals on kayaks, pack rafts, bikes, skis, backpacks, climbing gear, and more!