New Listing! Great Location! 3 Bed 2 Bath Wasilla Home!

Home has been completely remodeled. New wiring, plumbing, sheetrock, doors, windows, flooring, new bathrooms, new kitchen w/hickory cabinets & new dishwasher. The walls are 12-14 inch concrete, metal roof, detached 22X36 shop plus a detached 16X20 workshop w/a 16X20 overhang for storage.

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5831 W Phenix Avenue Wasilla, AK 99623

 

To speak with us directly about this home or schedule a showing, call (907)373-3575

Listing Courtesy of Kristan Cole, The Kristan Cole Team Branch Office Keller Williams Realty – Alaska

 

Huge and Lovely home in Wasilla!

Equity opportunity! Huge home with unfinished daylight basement. Only 2 finished bedrooms but tons of space to add 2 more plus another bathroom. The septic is rated for a 4 bedroom. Master bedroom features a private bath, walk in closet plus private access to the large back deck. Hardwood in the LR, water filtration & softener. Great location in a quiet neighborhood and large landscaped yard!

Learn more about this property and see more photos by visiting our site.

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 2100 S St John Court Wasilla AK 99654

 

To speak with us directly about this home or schedule a showing, call (907)373-3575

Listing Courtesy of Kristan Cole, The Kristan Cole Team Branch Office Keller Williams Realty – Alaska Group

 

Spacious and Lovely home in Wasilla

 

Beautiful 4 bedroom home that could be used as a 5 bdrm with plenty of room for the family. Sitting on a private, wooded lot with surrounding trails & wildlife. The walk out basement was completed in 2008. Lots of storage/closet space, huge family room, gas fireplace in LR, new carpet & paint, large laundry room, laminate flooring, security system, landscaped yard, storage shed & 2 decks.

2480 S Teeland Street

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To speak with us directly about this home or schedule a showing, call (907)373-3575

Listing Courtesy of Kristan Cole, The Kristan Cole Team Branch Office Keller Williams Realty – Alaska Group

 

Lovely 2 Story home featuring huge Landscaped in over an acre land! 

Beautiful 2 story home featuring huge landscaped yard w/RV parking, utility sink in garage, heavy duty shelving, workbench & custom dog door w/fenced dog run. More amenities include custom cherry & maple cabinetry, master bath has separate custom built in vanity & walk in tiled shower w/built in tiled bench, gas fireplace in living room, upgraded interior lighting & custom insulated blinds!

 



Anchorage Museum’s “Into the Deep” Film showing now

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Anchorage Museum’s “Into the Deep” film experience is going on right now!  This great film will run from now until October 31st, so don’t miss out!

Discover marine biology, underwater geology, and the history of deep sea exploration with research pioneers in the field.  While traveling in renowned historic submersibles, this film takes viewers face-to-face with fascinating underwater creatures (including vampire squid and pelican eels!).  Also, learn how diving vessels have made these wondrous underwater adventures possible for humans.

The show runs Tuesdays through Fridays starting at 5pm each day.  As part of the Planetarium Shows series, “Into the Deep” costs $4 per member and $6 per non-member (this price is in addition to the general museum admission).

For more on this or other events, shows, or exhibits at the Anchorage Museum in AK, visitanchoragemusuem.org.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Anchorage, Wasilla, and Palmer, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Network today.

Just In: Wonderful ranch style home in Wasilla!

Wonderful ranch style home with a huge bonus room over the garage plus an office that could be used as a 4th bedroom. Septic is rated for a 3 bedroom. Over 2 acres of horse property, located at the end of a cul-de-sac, access to Seymour & Lalen Lakes there is recreation all around. There is new carpet & paint, SS appliances, laminate flooring & master bedroom is on the opposite side of other bedrooms.


Learn more about this property and see more photos by visiting our websiteTo speak with us directly about this home or schedule a showing, call (907)373-3575

 

 

Listing Courtesy of Kristan Cole, The Kristan Cole Team Branch Office Keller Williams Realty – Alaska Group

 

Just Listed: Cute ranch style home in Palmer

Nice ranch style home in Palmer City limits. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, 2 car heated garage, fenced in back yard, storage shed, paved driveway, landscaped yard, laminate flooring, SS appliances, breakfast bar, private master bathroom, vaulted ceilings and lovely mountain views. Heating inspection is complete and seller is offering a home warranty.

Learn more about this property and see more photos by visiting our site.

To speak with us directly about this home or schedule a showing, call (907)373-3575

Listing Courtesy of Kristan Cole, The Kristan Cole Team Branch Office Keller Williams Realty – Alaska Group

 

Just Listed: Very nicely remodeled Anchorage home in a nice quiet subdivision!

Come and see this beautiful house in Anchorage.

This property is close to trails and parks. New laminate flooring, new carpet, new interior paint, new trim, upstairs bathroom remodeled in 2013, new closet doors & new front door, new furnace in 2010 & new vinyl downstairs. Lovely double level back deck perfect for entertaining, storage shed, fenced & landscaped yard, vinyl siding & metal roof.

To speak with us directly about this home or schedule a showing, call (907)373-3575, or email us atworldwide@thekristancolenetwork.com. Visit our website at www.allalaskaproperties.com for mor For Sale Properties in Alaska.

 

 

Just Listed: Beautiful home in excellent condition in Wasilla!

Huge home with lots of possibilities. 4 bedrooms, office, huge family room/sun room or game room, vaulted ceilings, SS appliances, 2 master suites both w/private bathrooms and one with a custom tiled bathroom, Jacuzzi tub & private deck. Nice private landscaped yard w/firepit, paved driveway, cedar sided, lots of windows and it’s located in a perfect commute location.

Learn more about this property and see more photos by visiting our website.

 

To speak with us directly about this home or schedule a showing, call (907)373-3575

Listing Courtesy of Kristan Cole, The Kristan Cole Team Branch Office Keller Williams Realty – Alaska Group

 

Fall Fun at the Reindeer Farm in Palmer AK!

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It’s time for Fall fun at the Reindeer Farm in Palmer AK!  Every Saturday during the month of October, the Reindeer farm will be having their Halloween Fun events.

Come on down anytime between 10am to 6pm each Saturday and enjoy fall themed activities.  There will be a Reindeer Tour, a Hay Maze, Wagon Rides (pulled by a tractor), Pony rides (ponies will be hand led), potato launching (if you hit the target you win a prize!), hay play, inflatable pony races, and a ‘spooky walk’ through the colony barn (family friendly, so approved for even young kids).

Admission is $10 per person ages 3 and up (2 and under free of charge).  For an additional charge, there will be food available, horse drawn wagon rides, and pumpkins from the pumpkin patch (which can be purchased for $10-15 each).

For more on this or other things to do at the Reindeer Farm in Palmer AK this holiday season, visitreindeerfarm.com.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Palmer, Wasilla, and Anchorage, contact The Kristan Cole Network today!

 

Just Listed: Beautiful Condo in Anchorage!

 Saturday, October 4, 2014

 

To schedule a showing or for more information, please call 907-903-2903 or email at Charlie@TheKristanColeTeam.com, worlwide@thekristancolenetwork.com.

 

Check out AK’s Mat-Su Farmers Market for great local produce and much more!

Saturday, September 27th, 2014

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The Mat-Su Farmers Market is a year round Monday event, featuring the best locally made foods and goods!  Check out the market on Mondays from 11am to 7pm to purchase seasonal fruits and vegetables all while enjoying a friendly community atmosphere.  In addition to great local produce, shoppers will find meats, eggs, bread, baked pastries, jellies, jams, BBQ sauces, honey, chocolates, and much more.  There are also various food vendors on hand for picking up lunch or dinner on the go.

The Farmers Market has the best of local artists and crafters offering their wares as well.  Peruse uniquely Alaskan art, artisan soaps, hand crafted items, books from local authors, and great holiday gift ideas.

Mat-Su Farmers Market is located at the Palmer Depot and runs every Monday from 11am to 7pm.  So stop on by to see what seasonal delights await you!

For more on the Mat-Su Farmers Market or other community events in Mat-Su Valley AK, visit Alaska Dispatch News online.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Wasilla, Palmer, and Anchorage, contact The Kristan Cole Network today!

 

Palmer AK welcomes Japanese exchange students from sister city

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Palmer AK’s Junior Middle and High School welcomed Japanese exchange students from Saroma to Alaska this week, according to a recent article in frontiersman.com.  To start off the two weeks of tours, classes, prep football, and other activities to celebrate cultural exchange, the city of Palmer hosted a community wide potluck on Monday, Sept 15th.

This exchange program has been a yearly tradition since around 1990, offering Japanese and Alaskan students the opportunity to ‘exchange’ homes through the sister city program.  From September 9th through September 23rd, seven Saroma Junior High and High School students will be staying with Palmer students and their families who stayed with them in Japan earlier this summer.   The program offers a great way for kids to learn by experiencing a different culture first-hand.

For more on this or other community news in Palmer AK, visit frontiersman.com.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Wasilla, Palmer, and Anchorage, contact The Kristan Cole Network today.  The Kristan Cole Network is dedicated to helping you find that perfect home in Mat-Su Valley AK!

 
Anchorage AK’s Hard Rock Cafe offering live music every
Wednesday!
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Come on down to the Hard Rock Café inAnchorage AK every Wednesday for live music!

Each Wednesday, starting with September 10th, check out the popular Hard Rock Café as it showcases local artists.  This special live music series will run until December 27th and feature a new artist each week from 5pm to 8pm.

Also, check out Anchorage’s Hard Rock Café for Military Mondays.  For this special weekly event, Hard Rock has created the “Red, White and Bleu Burger,” and will donate $1 of each sale to Alaska’s Healing Hearts (a nonprofit organization offering year-round outdoor recreational activities to wounded servicemen and women, and their families).  All active-duty military members, veterans, and their spouses will be offered priority seating.

For more on this or other events at Anchorage AK’s Hard Rock Café, visit Alaska Dispatch News online.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Wasilla, Palmer, and Anchorage, contact The Kristan Cole Network today.

 Just Listed: Gorgeous Home in Wasilla!

Gorgeous inlet & mountain views from this beautiful custom home. Bonus room above garage w/wet bar, kitchen remodel in 2014 w/new quartz countertops, ss appliances & tile floors, master bath remodeled in 2014 with granite countertops, vanity & tile. 12X16 storage shed w/garage door for toy storage, 12X12 greenhouse, concrete patio and beautiful landscaped yard. Peaceful quiet neighborhood a must see!

Learn more about this property and see more photos by visiting our site. To speak with us directly about this home or schedule a showing, call (907)373-3575.

Listing Courtesy of Kristan Cole, The Kristan Cole Team Branch Office Keller Williams Realty – Alaska Group

 

Time to Pay it Forward

Sunday, August 31st, 2014

Would you be willing to help me? Help our kids?

You would honor us if you would Please consider donating any amount as we embark on running the New York City Marathon for children to come that child obesity and give kids more youth development programs to encourage character building and healthy lifestyles.

 

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Please consider donating any amount to this LINK.

Thank you in Advance,

 

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Open House in Palmer This Saturday, August 23 2-3PM
 
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HOME OWNERSHIP

Should you buy or should you rent? This has become a complicated question for thousands of consumers. Not only is this question loaded with personal and lifestyle considerations but financial issues as well. For some, buying is the only sensible thing to do and for others, renting is much more convenient. Most homeowners enjoy the pride of owning such a large investment, and others enjoy having a place to call "home". There are several advantages that go along with Home Ownership.

 

Tax Breaks Federal tax laws strongly favor homeowners. Mortgage interest and property taxes are generally tax deductible on your federal return. This can in turn provide you with an enormous tax benefit. Capital gains benefits allow the homeowner to profit without paying taxes when selling their main residence. Please consult your legal or tax expert for restrictions and application of this popular tax benefit.

Ability to Borrow Against Equity As a homeowner, you can borrow against the equity in your home using either a second mortgage or a home equity line of credit. The interest of such loans may be tax deductible, regardless of how you use the money. Many homeowners use home equity loans to consolidate other high-interest loans, to make repairs and improvements, and even to fund a child’s education.

Renovations As a homeowner, you have almost unlimited ability to adapt your living space to suit your individual tastes and needs. You can paint, wallpaper, decorate, landscape, and even have the potential to add more rooms. The possibilities are virtually endless.

Leverage When buying a home, you will probably use some of your own money ( your down payment) and a large amount of someone else’s (borrowed funds from your bank or other mortgage lender). If you are buying your second home, you can leverage the appreciated equity or profit into the purchase of your next home. Buying a house is a huge decision for a large investment. The Kristan Cole Team can help you get a head start when you are considering purchasing a home.

Owning a Home
Renting
Mortgage interest is tax-deductible
Rent is not tax-deductible
Each mortgage payment goes into building a nest egg for your family
Every rent payment disappears forever.
Equity in your home can be used to pay for your kids to go to college
Rent check pays for your landlord’s kids to go to college
Your payments stay the same with a fixed rate loan
Your rent increases each year.
Your children get to play in your yard
Your children play in a parking lot.
You do laundry whenever you feel like it.
You have to pay to do your laundry each week.
You enjoy greater privacy.
You know your neighbor’s musical tastes better than you know your neighbors.
Pride of Ownership.
Pay less monthly for housing

OPEN HOUSE this Saturday, August 23.

Open House

Alaska’s 20th Annual Greek Festival is August 15th-17th!

 

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Alaska’s 20th Annual Greek Festival is nearly here!

The Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church (HTGOC) will be hosting the festival at their location on 2800 O’Malley Rd in Anchorage AK.  This great event will run from 11am -10 pm on August 15-16, and 11am-7pm on August 17.  Parking is free and so is admission!

The Greek Festival will feature the best of Greek culture including traditional foods, folk music, folk dancing, and performances.  There will also be a market place to buy books, pottery, jewelry, and much more!

Kids will love the bounce house, and adults will want to stop by the Taverna (bar) to enjoy local micro brews and wine.  There will be a silent auction as well as two different raffles.

You won’t want to miss this popular festival!

For more on this or other news in Anchorage AK, visit adn.com.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Anchorage, Wasilla, and Palmer, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Network today.

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Anchorage Museum presents “River of Bears” planetarium show

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Alaska’s Anchorage Museum will be presenting their planetarium “River of Bears” show from now until August 30th!

This immersive, full-dome planetarium show places the viewer in the middle of the McNeil River State Game Sanctuary, which typically brings about 100 brown bears together to gather food enough to survive the coming winter.  In this informative show, museum-goers will learn how the state’s iconic brown bear uses their remarkable intelligence and instincts to thrive in the Alaska wilderness.

The presentation lasts about 26 minutes, with starting times at 1pm and 2:30 pm.  Tickets run from $4 for children to $6 for adults (museum admission is required).

For more on this or other great shows and exhibits at the Anchorage Museum, visit anchoragemuseum.org.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Anchorage, Wasilla, and Palmer, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Network today.  The Kristan Cole Network is dedicated to helping you find that perfect home in Mat-Su Valley AK!

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Work begins on Palmer AK Bike Park

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Official work began on thePalmer Bike Park this week, according to a recent article at frontiersman.com.

The Palmer Bike Park, as part of the Borough’s Matanuska River Park Master Plan, was approved by the Assembly on June 3, and work has now commenced to create this much anticipated set of trails.  Plans include three styles of sustainable bike trails which will connect three different schools, two parks, and the Butte to Palmer bike path.

After matching funds from the borough, the Alaska State Parks Recreation and Trails Program provided a $50,000 grant to the Valley Mountain Bikers and Hikers Association to help create the park.  Officials hope that the Borough’s Matanuska River Park, including the Palmer Bike Park and its series of beautiful trails, will be a true destination spot for healthy, active recreation for the community.

For more on this or other new developments in Palmer AK, visit frontiersman.com.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Palmer, Wasilla, and Anchorage, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Network today.

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The 2014 Anchorage International Film Festival is calling for entries!

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The 2014 Anchorage International Film Festival (AIFF) is now calling for entries!  From now until August 25th, filmmakers can submit their entries for this popular festival event, with the late deadline set for September 2nd.

Participants may fill out an online submission form and enter any of the 10 different film type categories including feature, documentary, animation, short narrative fiction, and made in Alaska.

AIFF will be held on December 5 through the 14th.  The official AIFF host hotel for visiting filmmakers is the Inlet Tower Hotel & Suites in downtown Anchorage AK, so plan your stay at a discounted rate.

Learn more about AIFF by visiting anchoragefilmfestival.org.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Wasilla, Palmer, and Anchorage, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Network today!  The Kristan Cole Network is dedicated to helping you find that perfect dream home in Mat-Su Valley AK!

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Lovely Ranch style home in Wasilla AK!

This lovely ranch style home is located in beautiful Wasilla AK!  This home is 1504 sq ft with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths.

Other highlights include a beautiful mature landscaped setting, large fenced in back yard, 2 storage sheds, large back deck, newer roof & exterior paint (3 years old), master bedroom with walk in closet and attractive French doors leading to the back deck, dining room has French doors leading to the deck & garage, and attached garage.

 940 N Colonial Drive Wasilla, AK 99654

This attractive home is in a great commute location in Wasilla AK on 1.42 acres in a quiet subdivision.

List price for this nice Wasilla AK home is $238,000.

To view more photos of the interior and exterior of this home, visit allalaskaproperties.com or click on the video above.

And to schedule a showing for this or other great Mat-Su Valley AK homes, including Wasilla, Palmer, and Anchorage, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Network today!

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AK’s 557 Steam Train Repair Project to hold Fundraiser July 29

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The public is invited to a fundraiser and presentation event for Alaska’s 557 Steam Train Repair project this Wednesday, July 29th, in Anchorage AK.  Located at the First United Methodist Church building in Anchorage AK, this fundraiser will run from 7:45pm to 9:30pm.

Pat Duran will present “An update on Alaska’s 557 Steam Train Repair Project,” and will be bringing original artwork for ‘show and tell’ during the brief 15-minute Power Point program.

For the fundraiser portion of the evening, numbered and signed prints of “Extra 557 Returning,” an original oil painting by J. Craig Thorpe will be available for sale.

So, come on out to learn more about this restoration project for Alaska’s iconic 557 Steam Train!

For more on this or other Anchorage AK news, visit Alaska Dispatch News online.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Anchorage, Wasilla, and Palmer, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Network today!

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2014 Alaska Band Summer Classes going on now

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Alaska’s budding young musicians will be excited to hear that the Alaska Band summer classes are running from July 29th until August 14th.

Saxophone artist and educator, Rick Zelinsky, will be leading the 14th year of Alaska Band summer classes.  Students will be able to study in summer band, jazz improvisation, beginning band, percussion, electric bass, and electric guitar.  On August 14, students will present a concert at the end of the session at the Alaska Zoo.

The daily schedule for classes includes beginning/intermediate percussion class from 2-3pm, beginning band class from 3-4 pm, beginning electric bass from 3-4pm, beginning guitar from 5-6pm, summer band from 6-7:15pm, and Jazz improvisation from 7:15-8:15.

Tuition costs $145 plus $15 registration.   For more information on the 2014 Alaska Summer Band classes visit alaskaband.com.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Wasilla, Anchorage, and Palmer, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Network today.

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“Pruning for the Homeowner” Classes offered in Anchorage AK

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Looking to learn how to properly prune shrubs and trees around your Anchorage AK home?  Look no further than UAA’s “Pruning for the homeowner” class, which runs from now until August 14th.

Each class meets for two sessions and includes one lab class on Saturday morning to give participants a hands-on learning experience.  Students pay a $109.00 fee to take the “Pruning for the homeowner” class (if classes are cancelled by UAA, students will receive a full refund of fees).  Class is designed for those 18 years of age and up and will take place at the Upstairs Suite 205, Room 201G on the UAA campus.

This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills needed to create beautiful landscaping that will enhance the look and value of your property!

For more information about this or other classes for homeowners in Anchorage AK, visit Alaska Dispatch News online.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Anchorage, Wasilla, and Palmer, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Network today.  The Kristan Cole Network is dedicated to helping you find that perfect dream home in Mat-Su Valley AK!

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Palmer AK’s Valley Mountain Bikers & Hikers hold Summer Series

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© Depositphotos.com/ Goodluz

Palmer AK’s Valley Mountain Bikers & Hikers is offering a summer hiking series!  This month’s scheduled hikes will be to Reeds Lake and Craigie Creek, but you can also choose to hike on your own schedule.

The Reeds Lake Trail will be on Saturday, July 12th from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm.  This trail is about 9 miles out and back, with different routes available depending on how easy or difficult you’d like it to be (taking the easier paths may take some time to determine depending on skill level).

Later in the month, on Saturday, July 26th, is the Craigie Creek Trail hike from 10am to 2:30 pm.  This trail is moderate to difficult, with adventurous hikers having the option to go up the top of Dogsled Pass.  The hike is about 7 miles out and back.

To join the scheduled hikes, there is an annual membership fee which costs just $25 per individual or $50 for a family, and all ages are welcome.

For more on this or other scheduled hikes this summer in Palmer AK, visit vmbah.org.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Palmer, Wasilla, and Anchorage, contact The Kristan Cole Team today.

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July 19th is the Palmer AK “Color Festival”!

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The world’s largest color festival is coming up in July!

The Color Festival, which will be set up at the Alaska State Fairgrounds Purple Gate in Palmer AK, is scheduled for July 19th.  The Festival will run from 11am to 6 pm, with a full-day in celebration of color and culture.

As the name suggests, festival goers will be able to shower friends in color while experiencing an amazing line-up of musicians, dancers, and yoga instructors.  Locally-sourced vegetarian cuisine will be available for purchase.

Tickets are available now for $20 general admission per person, and $15.00 for students.

The Color Festival in Palmer AK is for all ages, so bring the whole family and find out why tens of thousands of people come to this festive event each year!

For more on this or other upcoming events in Mat-Su Valley AK, visit Anchorage Daily News online.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Anchorage, Wasilla, and Palmer, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Team today.

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Anchorage AK’s July 4th Parade and Celebration this week!

 

 Anchorage AK’s July 4th Parade and Celebration this week!

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© Depositphotos.com/ rudi1976

Come on down to the Delaney Park Strip in Anchorage AK for the July 4th Parade and Festival!

This annual Anchorage AK Independence Day celebration will be on Friday, July 4th, starting at 8 am with a pancake breakfast.  The parade will start at 11am, followed by the Festival from noon to 6 pm, with a reading of the Declaration of Independence at 1 pm.

The event is free and all parking garages, parking lots, and metered parking spaces will be free of charge for the day.  There will be over 50 local vendors, activities for kids, and endless entertainment!  You won’t want to miss it!

For more on this or other community events in Anchorage AK, visit Anchorage Daily News online.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Anchorage, Wasilla, and Palmer, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Team today.  The Kristan Cole Team is dedicated to helping you find that perfect dream home in Mat-Su Valley AK this year!

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Lovely Palmer AK Custom Home!

Alaska MLS Listing #: 14-9577

This gorgeous one of a kind home has amazing custom details!

This lovely Palmer AK custom home has amazing details!  This home is 3210 sq ft with 4 bedrooms and 4 baths.

Highlights include a Chef’s Kitchen, open floor plan, in floor heat, private bath access from each bedroom (3 of which have their own balcony as well), main floor office, upstairs laundry, huge craft/playroom that could also be a separate living area to create an amazing guest suite, attached and heated garage, paved driveway, shed, and private yard.

This one of a kind custom home in Palmer AK is quietly nestled on 4.78 acres of a beautiful wooded area.

List price for this lovely custom Palmer AK home is $550,000.

To view more photos of the exterior and interior of this amazing Palmer AK home, visitallalaskaproperties.com.

And to schedule a viewing for this or other great Mat-Su Valley AK homes, including the beautiful areas of Palmer, Wasilla, and Anchorage, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Team today.

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Palmer AK’s 15th Annual Hope Golf Classic is July 17

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Palmer AK’s 15th Annual Hope Golf Classic tournament is fast approaching for July 17th!  This yearly tournament donates all proceeds to the Gift of Hope Fund, which assists with the emergency needs of families and individuals in the community who experience intellectual and developmental disabilities.

In its 15th year running, Alaskans can show their support for this great cause by registering for the 4-person scramble golf tournament which will take place at the Palmer Golf Course starting at 8am on July 17.

All ages are welcome to play and registration costs $125 per player or $500 per team.  Participants will have the chance to win a GoPro Camera, Alaska Airline tickets, fishing charters, and travel packages.

For more on this or other community news in Palmer AK, visit Anchorage Daily News online.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Palmer, Wasilla, and Anchorage, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Team today.

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Alaska’s Annual Scottish Highland Games scheduled for June 28

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The 33rd Annual Alaska Scottish Highland Games are almost here!  Starting next week on June 28, come on down to the Alaska State Fairgrounds in Palmer AK beginning at 8am to enjoy a day of great entertainment.

This family-friendly event features both professional and local amateur Highland Athletes competing to win in an assortment of exciting Scottish Highland Games.

The Seven Nations band will be offering their unique brand of pop/rock with Highland bagpipes and fiddles during performances at noon and again from 7pm to 9pm.  There will also be traditional music, including piping, drumming, and dancing competitions.

Due to the popularity of these annual games, this year’s event will be at the Alaska State Fairgrounds to provide more space, and more parking, making it both bigger and better than ever before!

For more information on the 33rd Annual Alaska Scottish Highland Games in Palmer or to order tickets, visitAnchorage Daily News online.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Palmer, Wasilla, and Anchorage, contact The Kristan Cole Team today.

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New dinosaur murals in the works in Anchorage AK

 

A new Anchorage AK project from artist James Havens, has dinosaur murals coming up for display, according to a recent article at Anchorage Daily News.  The University Center in Anchorage AK will have a huge mural of an Arctic duck-billed dinosaur as part of Havens’ “Painting with Dinosaurs” project.  Havens, who is also known for his prominent public art piece featuring a Tyrannosaurus Rex on the outside of the Alaska Museum of Science and Nature in Mountain View, will be working on his current project most days between 11am and 6pm, and invites community members to come, watch, and ask questions.

The University of Alaska Museum of the North also has plans for an “Expedition Dinosaurs” exhibit which would include the Arctic duck-billed dinosaur, other Alaska fossils, interactive displays, and animations plus a film about the search for dinosaurs in remote areas of Alaska.  The exhibit is expected to open in the summer of 2015.

For more on this or other community news in Anchorage AK, visit Anchorage Daily News online.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Anchorage, Wasilla, and Palmer, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Team today.

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Gorgeous Wasilla AK Custom Home with amazing mountain views!

Alaska MLS Listing #: 14-6511

 

his gorgeous custom home is located in beautiful Wasilla AK!  The perfect family home, this ranch-traditional style house is 2914 sq ft with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths.

Other highlights include paved driveway, fully landscaped yard, 1000 sq ft patio that is conveniently plumbed for gas, 12X14 storage shed to stow all your tools and toys away, 1306 sq ft attached and heated garage, RV parking, lovely Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, attractive cherry cabinets, ceramic tile, solid surface countertops in kitchen, stainless steel appliances, gas fireplace, large master bedroom/bathroom with walk in closet, jetted tub, separate tiled shower, and in-floor heat.  Also enjoy amazing, unobstructed mountain views!

List price for this beautiful Wasilla AK custom home is $499,000.

View more photos of the interior and exterior of this Wasilla AK home by visiting allalaskaproperties.com.

And for more information on buying or selling real estate in Mat-Su Valley AK, including Wasilla, Palmer, and Anchorage, contact the professionals of The Kristan Cole Team today.  The Kristan Cole Team is dedicated to helping you find that perfect dream home in Mat-Su Valley AK this year!

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