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Fairbanks restaurant serves free Thanksgiving meal to those in need
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GM COMMUNITY CALENDAR: Country Christmas, Holiday Bazaar and FUNtastic Club!
Families in Fairbanks have plenty of ways to enjoy the weekend, from festive holiday events to fun activities for kids. In Salcha, the Country Christmas celebration will take place November 22 and 23 from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Mile 32 on the Richardson Highway. Families can enjoy coloring and Santa letter-writing stations, bead-making, cookie decorating, and store-wide sales to get a head start on holiday shopping. La Familia Food Truck will also be on-site serving up warm treats.
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Discovering Winter Evenings in Fairbanks: A Newcomer's Guide
In the heart of winter, the city of Fairbanks, Alaska experiences a phenomenon where the sun sets as early as 4pm. This unexpected shift in daylight hours prompted a curious visitor to ask the locals - what do they do for fun at night, especially on a Wednesday?
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Fairbanks soup kitchen to prepare special meals for Thanksgiving and Christmas
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Unexpected Closure: The End of an Era for The Library Bar
The Library, a popular bar in Fairbanks, is set to close its doors on the 31st of December, according to a post on Facebook. The news has come as a surprise to many patrons who frequented the establishment, given its popularity and the usual requirement for reservations. The reasons behind the closure remain unknown, sparking discussions and speculations among the local community.
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GMC COMMUNITY CALENDAR: FUNtastic Club, Tango Lessons, and Story Time
Fairbanks offers weekend activities for families, including FUNtastic Club for kids, preschool story time, and community tango lessons. The FUNtastic Club offers an engaging opportunity for children ages 6–11 to explore hands-on building, crafts, STEAM activities, and games. Sessions are held every Wednesday until December 17 from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. at the Noel Wien Public Library, located at 1215 Cowles Street. Parents or guardians seeking more information can call the library at (907) 459-1020.
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The first screen adaptation of 'Two Old Women' is told entirely in Gwich'in
Fairbanks-based Alaska Native filmmakers from Deenaadàį' Productions are bringing an award-winning 1993 book to the screen for the first time. "Two Old Women" is an adaptation of Velma Wallis' novel of the same name – and in the new film, the story is told entirely in Gwich'in. It premiered in Hawai'i last month, with homecoming showings scheduled in Alaska in December.
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Backcountry enthusiasts prepare for winter adventures by learning avalanche safety
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU/KTVF) - As winter sets in the last frontier, backcountry enthusiasts are preparing to stay safe where they will likely be on their own. Preparation for those adventures includes learning how to protect themselves and others from the dangers of avalanches. The Eastern Alaska Range Avalanche Center is...
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GMC COMMUNITY CALENDAR: Holiday bazaars, FUNtastic Club bring cheer to Fairbanks
Families in Fairbanks have a full lineup of activities to enjoy this weekend — from shopping local at holiday bazaars to fun, hands-on learning for kids. On Saturday, November 8, the Hutchison High School Holiday Bazaar will fill the halls with seasonal cheer from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3750 Geist Road. Shoppers can find handmade crafts and festive gifts, with all proceeds supporting the school’s Academic Decathlon Team, helping fund curriculum materials, competition fees, and travel expenses.
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English Department Hosts Dead Poets Reading
Dozens of people gathered in the audience to enjoy complimentary coffee and mocktails while listening to students and faculty recite their favorite poetry. The first 25 attendees received a free copy of “The Selected Works of Edgar Allan Poe” courtesy of the English Department. Readings were centered around...
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UAF Museum of the North to host free Halloween event
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Backcountry enthusiasts prepare for winter adventures by learning avalanche safety
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU/KTVF) - As winter sets in the last frontier, backcountry enthusiasts are preparing to stay safe where they will likely be on their own. Preparation for those adventures includes learning how to protect themselves and others from the dangers of avalanches. The Eastern Alaska Range Avalanche Center is...
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The Show Must Go on This Weekend and Next
Tension was high last weekend when the Fairbanks Drama Association presented playwright Frederick Knott’s classic “Dial `M’ for Murder. The tension wasn’t just onstage from the attempted murder of Margot Wendice, unfaithful wife to the diabolical ex-tennis star Tony Wendice. No, the tension was for real—and...
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dis/comfort in the North brings global artists together at UAF
The show, presented through UAF’s Arctic and Northern Studies program, is on display in the Fine Arts Complex’s University Art Gallery through Oct. 30, when a closing reception will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. The exhibition features video, photography, carving, embroidery, an interactive card game, a...
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GMC COMMUNITY CALENDAR: Cinema Night, Creepy Critters, and Trunk or Treat!
Fairbanks families have several fun community events to look forward to this weekend — from cultural films to Halloween celebrations. Here’s a look at what’s happening around town. The University of Alaska Fairbanks Japanese Studies Program is hosting Japanese Cinema Night this Friday. The free event runs...