Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Looking for a way to give back this holiday season? Why not whip up a batch of cookies or rolls and drop them at Brother Francis Shelter? They need the community’s help to serve a nice Christmas meal. Please drop off desserts or rolls at the shelter during the week of Christmas at 1021 E 3rd Ave.

Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Applications are now being accepted for the 2014 Alaska Points of Light Leadership Institute in Anchorage, March 10-14. All 8-12th graders with a positive attitude, commitment to strengthening the community and a desire to build leadership skills are invited to apply.

Need-based scholarship assistance is available. Applications are available at all Jack White Real Estate offices, The Salvation Army Alaska Division offices, Anchorage Community Recreation Centers and in-school counseling offices.

For more information, contact Friends.of.Alaska.PYLI@gmail.com.

The deadline to apply is Feb. 28.

Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Feeling crafty? Head to the Fairview Rec Center Monday, December 23 and help Volunteers of America Alaska decorate cookies and paint ornaments from 6-8 p.m. They will then be donated to the VA Domiciliary. RSVP to Gwen at 265-1914 or cmca@voaak.org.

Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Join Brave New Alaskan Voices to discover your voice through storytelling, art, poetry, music and other forms of expression Saturday, Dec. 21 at the Mt. View Library. Unlock the artist within yourself!

Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Celebrate the holiday season a little differently this year! Enjoy warm weather crafts and activities in the Mountain View Library community room while watching a fun holiday movie, Friday, December 20 at 3 p.m. All ages welcome to this FREE event.

Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Alaska Jumping Flea Society is a group of fun-loving people who get together every Friday at Guidos Pizza Anchorage at 7 p.m. to laugh, sing and play the stress of the work week away. This is not just Hawaiian music. Head over and see if this is the instrument for you. Ukuleles on hand for those wanting to learn. Singers are also welcome. The only requirement is to have FUN.

Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Anchorage Skates and The Alaska Speedskating club are hosting a winter solstice skating party, Friday, December 20 at the Cuddy Family Midtown Park skating oval.

Enjoy music and a bonfire from 6-8 p.m.. Girl Scouts of Alaska CEO Sue Perles, who was a nationally ranked speed skater, will be on hand to offer ice-skating tips.

This is a FREE event for all ages.