Want to learn how to shoot a bow and arrow? Instructors from the Northwest Archers club will be offering their expertise Saturday mornings at the Kincaid Archery Range. Northwest Archers will supply equipment for your use. All skill levels welcome. Parents must accompany children. If the weather is rainy, class will meet in wax bunker at Kincaid. No classes on June 11th, July 2nd, and July 16th.

Saturdays at 10:30am
Kincaid Archery Range/Kincaid Park
9401 Raspberry Road http://ow.ly/i/jZhqP

The Alaska Paddle Fun Day is a free day of fun for the whole family. Come out and enjoy the fun of paddle sports. You will have a chance to try a sea kayak, stand up paddleboard, canoe, or a pack raft. Free hot dogs offered by Knik, Canoers & Kayakers.
June 4th, at Jewel Lake, from 10am-3pm. http://ow.ly/i/jZdE8

Join Anchorage Downtown Partnership at the 2016 Downtown Summer Solstice Festival for one of Anchorage’s most exciting summer events! Rage City Rollergirls, Midnight Sun Skate Jam, The Kendall Toyota Hero Games and much more!
The Solstice Festival takes place on 4th Avenue between C St. and L St.
More info: http://ow.ly/Pdf0300QRSA http://ow.ly/i/jWRpb

Put Alaska in the frame and raise awareness of the importance of community spirit as part of the Alaska Community Foundation’s inaugural photography competition! Post your image(s) of the brilliant people, groups, activities and hidden locations that are at the heart of your community. Share what your Alaskan community means to you.
Contest information: http://ow.ly/a3UU300QOiG http://ow.ly/i/jWMZ3

Live After Five is a weekly concert series held every Thursday in Town Square Park rain or shine. It’s a great gathering place for you and your friends after work. Come (or stay) downtown, enjoy the open-air concert, and kick back. These shows are guaranteed to start your weekend right.

This week on Live After Five, The Anna Lynch Band!

Thursday, June 2, 5:30-7:30pm

Town Square Park – Anchorage
W 6th Ave, Anchorage, Alaska 99501 http://ow.ly/i/jV0zG

Wild Scoops and Fire Island Rustic Bakeshop are teaming up! Swing by your favorite neighborhood bakery on G St. for a cool treat. Eat a cup or cone in the new seating area, or grab a pint to go. Local, adventurous, wildly delicious!
June 2, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Fire Island Rustic Bakeshop
1343 G St, Anchorage, Alaska 99501 http://ow.ly/i/jUXLZ

Travel back in time at the 3 Barons Renaissance Fair! Dress in your best Renaissance attire and receive the royal treatment at the courts, perform acts of chivalry, and shop at the craft market! Find out more: http://www.3barons.org
June 4-5 and 11-12,12pm to 8pm
3400 E Tudor Rd http://ow.ly/i/jMFvU

Honor Memorial Day, our Service men and Women and pay tribute to all who gave the last full measure of devotion on our behalf. See six new exhibits and hear stirring stories. FREE.
Alaska Veterans Museum
333 W. 4th. Ave #227
Monday, May 30, 10:00 am http://ow.ly/i/jMIUD

Uniquely Alaskan and inspired by Arctic Entries – BEAR STORIES at BEAR TOOTH THEATREPUB will be held at 8:30pm. Come enjoy seven great bear tales told by bear biologists and Alaskans; music by TODD GREBE & COLD COUNTRY. Tickets are $12 at Bear Tooth or online at http://www.beartooththeatre.net. Proceeds benefit bear conservation. Hosted by the International Association for Bear Research and Management with Arctic Entries volunteers and Bear Tooth.
June 9 http://ow.ly/i/jMCGS

POTTER MARSH BIRD WALKS will be held on Saturdays from 8-10am and Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30pm on the Potter Marsh boardwalk, Mile 117 along the Seward Highway. These will be guided leisurely walks on the Potter Marsh boardwalk and nearby trails to identify and learn about the area’s wildlife. This family-friendly event is free and is for the beginning birder as well as those that know their way around a bird’s wing. Binoculars are available for loan (no charge) and spotting scopes and guide books will also be available. Meet your guide at the boardwalk entrance kiosk at Potter Marsh. Sponsored by Audubon Alaska and the Alaska Department of Fish & Game. Free. For more information, contact Joe Meehan at (907) 267-2281 or email joe.meehan@alaska.gov. http://ow.ly/i/jMxHe