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Introduction to Whittling: Form and Whimsy
Explore the satisfying craft of whittling by shaping a simple stick into something practical and pleasing. This beginner friendly session centers on form with a playful sense of whimsy, offering a warm introduction to hand carving. The Folk School Fairbanks hosts this experience.
The Folk School FairbanksAlaska NFL Flag > Home
Alaska NFL Flag hosts a flag football event at the Carlson Center that highlights playing the game and sharing program news, photos, and video highlights. Information about how to become an NFL Flag referee is also featured.
Carlson CenterPrintmaking for Beginners
Young creators can explore beginner-friendly printmaking in a session designed to be easy to repeat at home, with plenty of opportunities to work with color. A hands-on station features printing with food items for added discovery. The program takes place in the Active Learning Lab at the Noel Wien Library. For ages 4 to 11.
Noel Wien Public LibraryGeophysical Institute Free Summer Tours 2026
The University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute offers free public tours that highlight research across the Arctic at the state’s largest research institute. Visitors can talk with UAF graduate students about satellites, earthquakes, nuclear monitoring and rocket launches, including how the institute’s blue antenna collects data. This approximately 90 minute experience typically includes stops at the Alaska Earthquake Center, the Wilson Alaska Technical Center and the Alaska Satellite Facility, plus a look at a model rocket that introduces Poker Flat Research Range. No advance registration is needed, though large groups are encouraged to contact the institute beforehand. Recommended for ages 12 and older, and minors must be accompanied by an adult. Campus parking requires a pass available at a blue kiosk or online for $1.25 per hour or $6 per day.
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