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ANCHORAGE

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Cultural Faire

Come celebrate Alaska's exciting cultural richness at this concert and dance event. Located at Peratrovich Park, Fourth Avenue and E Street. From 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, phone 279-5650 or visit www. anchoragedowntown.org.

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Hullabaloo on Third Avenue

A hysterical, historically accurate history lesson on Alaska with spoofs on Sonny and Cher and more. This family friendly program provides a great nightlife atmosphere and "Edutainment." Blackout dates for July: 8, 9, 13, 16, 29 and 31. Located at Snow Goose Theatre, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information, phone 274-2282.

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26th National Veterans Wheelchair Games

The largest annual wheelchair sports event in the world. Open to veterans with spinal cord injuries and other disabilities, which require use of a wheelchair. Throughout downtown Anchorage at various times.

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July 4th Celebration

Celebrate America's birthday in true Alaska-style, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The celebration begins at Delaney Park Strip with a $5 per person pancake breakfast benefiting homeless programs of The Salvation Army. The annual veterans' parade leads the community parade at 11 a.m. along Sixth Avenue between E and K streets. At 2:30 p.m., hand-cycle racers from the National Veterans' Wheelchair Games take over the race course, followed by the finish of the Sadler's Ultra Challenge at 3:30 p.m. For more information, contact 279-7500.

ANCHOR POINT

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Fourth of July Celebration

Duck and raft races, parade and a community picnic. For more information, call 235-2600.

CHUGIAK/EAGLE RIVER

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Fourth of July Celebration

Located at mile 1.5 of Eagle River Road, Lions Park is the scene for thousands to enjoy community entertainment, skydivers, games, and concessions. Begins at 6 p.m. with fireworks at midnight. For more information, call 694-4702.

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Fourth of July Parade

This annual tradition begins at 2 p.m. at Latimer Fire Station on the Old Glenn Highway and travels two miles north to Chugiak Elementary School and the Chugiak Senior Center. Those wishing to enter the parade need to be at Latimer Fire Station by 1 p.m. to register. There are no fees. For more information, call 694-4702.

12-16 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.

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Lighthouse Garden Tea

Explore gardens along the riverfront of a unique home in Eagle River. Enjoy a light meal and live music. This year's theme is "Faerie Quest." Presented by Alaska Botanical Garden, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Cost is $30 (reservations required). For more information, phone 646-0584.

CORDOVA

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Cordova's Wild Copper River Salmon Days

Join a wild weekend of food, fun runs and music. Participate in one of the five runs named after the five species of pacific Salmon. Runs occur along the scenic Copper River Highway, enjoy the salmon Jam Music Festival, arts, crafts and food fair, and the Prince William Sound Science Center Community Picnic. For more information, e-mail...