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Rise and shine, Anchorage!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Easter Train ride, Mariculture Nerd Night, and Spenard Food Truck Carnival opening day + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Anchorage protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Bigger push for cleaner parks: Anchorage doubled its trash cleanup capacity, adding a second Healthy Spaces crew funded by a $4 surcharge at Solid Waste Services facilities to boost cleanups in public spaces citywide — get all the details.
Family friendly rail adventure returns: Bookings for the Alaska Railroad Easter Train opened March 4. The April 4 ride will leave Anchorage Downtown Depot for Turnagain Arm with the Easter Bunny and activities for children — get all the ride details.
Important pre-election reminder: Anchorage’s municipal clerk says voter registration and updates are due today, March 8, for April’s election. Teens 17 years nine months may register if 18 by April 7 — get the deadline and eligibility.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Big bowl energy: Anchorage winter begs for steam curling from a fragrant bowl at Pho’ Vietnam, where brothy, herb-stacked pho and crisp fresh rolls warm you fast. The menu pleases spice-chasers and comfort-seekers alike, perfect for an easy weeknight reset with enough slurpable goodness for tomorrow’s leftovers.
Stash refresh, anyone? Seams Like Home jump-starts your sew-jo… rows of color, friendly advice, and classes when you want to try something new. If your stash feels meh, a fresh print can light up a weekend project and your mood, turning inspiration into stitches.
Comfort food, Anchorage-style: When you need a no-fuss breakfast or midday boost, Sami’s City Diner comes through with reindeer sausage, legit eggs Benedict, and big-hearted classics. It’s a laid-back, family-run hangout that feels like your neighborhood spot, even when you’re just passing through.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎨 Alaska Native Artist Market @ Alaska Airlines Center | Wednesday (3/11) at 8:00 AM – Bracket busted? Give your voice a timeout and head to the Alaska Airlines Center’s 3rd floor for the Alaska Native Artist Market, featuring jewelry, regalia, and art by Alaska Native artists. During 1A/2A and 3A/4A, snag a session ticket, then browse between games.
❄ Family Snowshoe Hike @ Campbell Creek Science Center | Wednesday (3/11) at 12:00 PM – Take the family for a laid-back snowshoe on Campbell Tract, about a mile with a quick intro and no heroics. All levels welcome, snowshoes provided or BYO, dress for weather, kids with an adult, $5 per person. If snow is stingy, we hike. Register: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/10089159/ticket/10089165
👑 Handmade Flower Crown Workshop @ Ravens Ring Brewing Company (South Anchorage) | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:00 PM – Ravens Ring Brewing Co. in Anchorage hosts a beginner-friendly flower crown workshop, because pretending it’s spring is a coping strategy. Sip your included first drink while you learn wire, floral tape, ribbon, and fabric flowers, then leave with a custom crown, no green thumb required.
🐚 Mariculture Nerd Night @ 49th State Brewing – Anchorage | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Mariculture Nerd Nite hits 49th State’s East Barrel Room with five-minute, jargon-free talks from folks who grow dinner in the ocean. Snack on Alaska oysters, kelp meatballs, and more, paint an oyster shell, sip something cold, and call it continuing education.
🍔 14th Annual Spenard Food Truck Carnival Opening Day ’26 @ Spenard Food Truck Carnival | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Opening day of the Spenard Food Truck Carnival returns for year 14, celebrating breakup season with hot eats, cold benches, and neighbors you forgot you missed. Roster TBA, but count on Spenard for flavor, character, and at least one line worth telling.
🌿 Alaska Whole Life Festival @ Coast Inn at Lake Hood | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Spring in Anchorage calls for a tune-up of everything, including your chakras. The Alaska Whole Life Festival at the Coast Inn on Lake Hood brings healers, makers, sound baths, and good vibes, so you can de-thaw, stretch, and reset before breakup fully breaks you.
🥞 Maslenitsa @ Point Waranzof | Sunday (3/15) at 1:00 PM – Whether you’re done negotiating with winter or just here for the blini, this Maslenitsa bash is the cozy outdoor goodbye our snow boots deserve. Expect hot tea, games, and actual neighbors, not screens. It’s potluck style, so bring something warm, and wear something warmer.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Anchorage report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 16°F – Low: -8°F – Precip: 3%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 16. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around -8. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 9°F – Low: -8°F – Precip: 5%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 9. North wind around 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around -8. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
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