Just as July is finally bringing the heat, it’s time to slip into August. The Anchorage weekender rounded up nine events, from a car show to free clothes for students in need.
1. Storytime in the Park at Chugiak-Eagle River Library
Friday at 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (12001 Business Blvd. #176, Eagle River) Help your little ones expand their horizons with literacy skills and socialization for free this weekend. Storytime in the Park features 30 minutes of stories, songs and outdoor activities. And of course, playtime. Newborns to kindergarteners are welcome with their families or caregivers. Meet in the pavilion at the park across the street from the library at the top of the sledding hill. This event is weather dependent. Contact the Chugiak-Eagle River Library if the weather looks bad to see if the event has moved inside.
2. Denali Family Fest
Friday, 12 to 3 p.m., Chanshtnu Muldoon Park (1293 Muldoon Rd.)
Denali Family Services is holding a festival with free food, games, prizes and more. Get your face painted, jump in a bouncy house and browse community partner booths to find out about what family resources and services are available. This family- and community-focused event is free and open to the public.
3. Night Market
Friday 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., F Street
It’s the final Anchorage Summer Night Market of the season, and the event is going all out with live painting by Cha Flow, live music from local musicians, dozens of local booths, food trucks and more.
4. Salmonfest
Friday to Sunday, various times, Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds (16200 Sterling Hwy.)…