July Calendar.

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1 Friday Night at the Zoo Live music on the coffee shop lawn and extended zoo hours, beginning at 7 p.m. For more information, call 346-2133 or visit www.alaskazoo.org.

1 Music in the Park: Terry Holder This free concert brings Anchorage together for lunch. Located at Peratrovich Park, Fourth Avenue and E Street. For more information, call 279-5650 or visit www.anchoragedowntown.org.

4 July 4 Celebration Celebrate America's birthday on July 4th in true Alaska style. Daylong activities feature a combination of patriotic celebrations, cultural showcases, a parade, picnic and family activities. Delaney Park Strip from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, phone 279-7500.

6-7 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA) Current and former national dignitaries will be participating, including former President Jimmy Carter, who will speak during the conference. Exciting entertainment, celebrations, kids activities and more will be a part of this extraordinary conference, held at the Hilton Anchorage. For more information, phone 646-9000 or visit www.akcf.org/ANILCA.htm.

15 Music in the Park: Alaska Big Band (9th Army Band. Fairbanks) These free concerts bring Anchorage together for lunch. Located at Peratrovich Park, Fourth Avenue and E Street For more information, call 279-5650 or visit www.anchoragedowntown.org.

16 Alaska Oceans Festival This festival provides an enjoyable opportunity for Alaskans from all walks of life to celebrate together the wonders of the ocean. Music, speakers, educational activities, great food and fun for all ages. Located at the west end of the Delaney Park Strip, from noon to 10 p.m. For more information, call 929-9375 or visit www.alaskaoceansfestival.org.

23 Annual Governor's Picnic Family style picnic hosted by the governor. Features free food, fun and entertainment. Located at Delaney Park Strip from noon to 4 p.m. For more information, call 278-3250 or visit www.gov.state.ak.us.

ANCHOR POINT

4 Fourth of July Celebration Duck and raft races, parade and a community picnic. For more information, call 235-2600.

CHUGIAK/EAGLE RIVER

3 Fourth of July Celebration Lions Park in Eagle River at 6 p.m. with fireworks at midnight. For more information, call 694-4702.

4 Fourth of July Parade Starts at 2 p.m. in front of the Chugiak Fire Department and ends at the Chugiak Senior Center.

13-17 Bear Paw Festival Family event to celebrate the community and share the bountiful beauty of the area. Features a 5k fun run, Slippery Salmon Olympics, carnival rides, crafts, Teddy Bear Picnic and The Grand Parade. For more information, call 694-4702.

CORDOVA

4 Fourth of July Community Picnic and Lake Eyak Boat Race Contact Prince Williams Sound Science Center at 424-5800, ext. 223 for more details.

6-7,9, 18-22, 25-29 Prince Williams Sound Science Center-Children's Science Camp Contact Prince Williams Sound Science Center at 424-5800, ext. 223 for more details.

11-16 4H Bluegrass Music...