Ever wonder how a snowflake is formed or why each one is different? UAA astronomy professor Dr. Travis Rector will answer these questions and discuss the physics of snow and how skis and waxes work Wednesday, November 19 at the Campbell Creek Science Center at 7 p.m.
Now hopefully there will be snow by the time he presents!
Join Covenant House Alaska Thursday, November 20 at 6 p.m. at the Anchorage Museum for a candlelight vigil to raise awareness about the plight of our homeless youth in Alaska.
Covenant House Alaska is teaming up with Bear Tooth to present an informative panel discussion on the plight of homeless youth in Alaska, Friday November 14 at noon. Find out how you can become an advocate for homeless youth in our state!
Alaska Geographic is having a party and you’re invited! Head to the King Career Center, Sunday, November 9 from 6-8 p.m. and learn about their youth programs, enjoy free pizza and refreshments and celebrate what their youth have accomplished this year!
This event is FREE and open to the public!
To RSVP, email egustafson@alaskageographic.org, or call Liz at (907)891-3422.
You like to camp, but have only tried it in the spring, summer & fall? Join experienced REI winter camping experts Wednesday, October 29 at 6 p.m. to learn what you need and what to expect when camping in a winter wonderland. They will cover how to plan, how to stay warm, how to select winter appropriate gear and what to expect when setting up camp and during your overnight. Winter camping is a new experience that is a must-do that keeps you outside all year long!
This workshop is FREE and open to the public!
Having trouble mastering math problems? Head to the Muldoon Library for Open Math Lab Wednesday, October 22 from 4-5 p.m. Get free one-on-one help with math problems from basic math through pre-calculus. Drop-ins welcome, no registration required.
Interested in becoming a blogger? Learn some tips and tricks from experienced bloggers Wednesday, October 22 at the Chugiak-Eagle River Library at 4 p.m.
Whether you’ve blogged before or you’re just getting started, you’ll leave with new ideas about how to make yourself heard!
This event is FREE and open to the public.
Orientation for the next class of the Alaska Military Youth Academy ~ AMYA will be held Wednesday, October 29th at 6 p.m. at the BP Energy Center.
To RSVP or if you have any questions, call at 907-375-5554 or 907-375-5553.
Students in grades 6-12: if you’re interested in improving your writing skills, register for the FREE Young Writers Conference with the Anchorage School District, Saturday, November 8 from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Work with writing experts and published authors. Oh, and there’s FREE pizza if you attend!
Register online here ===> http://bit.ly/1ngphou
Join Anchorage Youth Vote tomorrow, October 16, at Kaladi Brothers Coffee shop on Brayton for a chance to meet local legislators, governmental staff and candidates. Bring your challenging questions to the table from 6-8 p.m.
They’ll be giving away Kaladi Bros. gift cards and free t-shirts!
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