| Project Name | Art in the Arctic Opening Reception |
| Project Number | 407 |
| Location | Fairbanks - at VENUE, 519 First Ave., Fairbanks |
| Dates | March 30, 2023 |
| Duration | 5 - 9 pm; in two shifts 5 - 7; |
| Number of Volunteers Needed | 1-2 per shift |
| Description | Art in the Arctic showcases the beauty and wildlife of the 3 Fairbanks managed refuges - Arctic, Kanuti, and Yukon Flats National Wildlife Refuges. This reception for the artists and first viewing of their works is a popular and well attended event - a \"First Friday\" event only this year on a Thursday. Two volunteers are needed to greet attendees and staff a Friends table explaining and potentially recruiting for Friends. Photographing the event is also desirable but not required. Theme this year is Fire and Ice. Learn more here. The art show will remain on display at VENUE for all of April. |
| Skills Needed | Enjoy meeting and greeting the public and sharing information about the northern Alaska refuges and the Friends organization. |
| Audience Age | Adults mostly |
| Materials Needed | Friends membership brochures will be available as well as a pop-up and Friends table cover. |
| Contact | Email: volunteer@alaskarefugefriends.org or Phone Allyssa Morris from the refuge at 907-456 0224 |