Heart of Anchorage Awards Vision & Goals

• The intent of the Heart of Anchorage Awards is to pay tribute, honor and celebrate outstanding service and achievements of individuals, businesses and organizations in the downtown work community.
• This awards program recognizes employees of businesses and organizations, from the janitor to the CEO, that help create an exciting and vibrant downtown, as well as an inviting destination for visitors, residents and the downtown community of workers.
• Employees, managers, organizations and businesses that best symbolize the highest quality service are given the opportunity to be acknowledged through the nomination and award process.
• All nominees are judged on performance that goes above and beyond normal job responsibilities with outstanding or unusual service to the visitor, customer and community.

Judging Process

Nomination packets will be reviewed and a panel of judges will select the winners. Judges will be directed to base their selections solely on the information provided in each nomination. The more complete the nomination packets the better chance the nominee has to be selected as a winner!

The Heart of Anchorage Awards: How They Work

This awards program is open to anyone who wishes to recognize an employee, volunteer, manager, business owner or organization leader for his or her outstanding performance. The only criterion is that the nominee must be employed with a member business or be a member in good standing with Anchorage Downtown Partnership, Ltd. Want to nominate someone who works for a non- member? Encourage that business to join the hundreds of other businesses and individuals in downtown who already support a clean, safe and vital downtown by belonging to Anchorage Downtown Partnership, Ltd.!

Heart of Anchorage Awards nomination categories include:

• Dena’ina Award — This award will be presented to a team or group for their outstanding leadership, professional excellence, and contributions to Downtown Anchorage.
• Chugach Mountain Award — This award will be presented to an employee in an organization or business that has demonstrated outstanding customer service skills and professional excellence.
• Spirit of Alaska Award — To recognize volunteers in the Downtown community, this award will be presented to a volunteer that has demonstrated exceptional efforts to support a Downtown business, charity or organization.
• George M. Sullivan Award — George M. Sullivan was our mayor in 1975 when the Municipality of Anchorage was formed. In regards to his outstanding leadership we present this award to the manager, executive or owner who demonstrates strong leadership qualities and works well with a team.
• Ship Creek Landing Award — When Anchorage was formed, it began in “Tent City” at the mouth of Ship Creek. Many entrepreneurs flocked to this bustling new frontier town to make their money and make their mark on the community. This award goes to the entrepreneur(s) who started a new, innovative downtown business (in the last three years) that has enlivened downtown.

Sharing wine is about the conversation; the richness of each glass reminds us of travel, meals, and family. Wine should not have any mystique. It should be accessible to everyone so that we all can enjoy it. Rob and Scott invite you to come down to Crush and spark a conversation with them about the wines that fuel their passion and keep the sparkle in their eyes!

343 W. 6th Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501

hours:
monday – thursday: 8 a.m. – 11 p.m
friday: 8 a.m. – midnight
saturday: 5pm – midnight
closed sunday

food hours:
coffee and pastries in early hours
lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
dinner: starts at 5:30 p.m.

For those who remember the former museum café fondly, Muse has kept longtime lunch favorites, such as a smoked salmon BLT, Van’s Caesar salad and the seasonal halibut burger. New offerings include paninis and fresh-cut sweet potato fries. On Saturdays and Sundays, sample new brunch items, such as eggs Benedict with king crab. Eat inside, or on the outdoor patio.

Muse’s evening menu an “amuse” menu, a term derived from amuse bouche, which means “tongue teasers.” Palate pleasers often include selections such as Ahi nachos; tea-smoked duck spring rolls with plum sauce; and venison brochettes with a raspberry-citrus demiglace.

Muse uses fresh ingredients from the Pacific Northwest prepared with Asian and European flair to create imaginative and elegant cuisine. For nearly a decade, Frommer’s Alaska travel guide has lauded the Anchorage Museum’s café for offering “some of the best lunches to be had downtown.”

The Marx Bros.Café has operated the museum’s restaurant and catering since 1999 and operates a second restaurant in downtown Anchorage. The company continues exclusive catering of museum events. Established in 1978, Marx Bros.’ downtown location was one of just three Alaska restaurants to earn the AAA Four Diamond Award in 2008.

Museum members receive a 10 percent discount at Muse.

RESTAURANT HOURS
11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday
Closed Monday

RESERVATIONS
Make a Muse reservation online here, or call (907) 929-9210

Orso is a go anytime, order anything restaurant that is perfect for a variety of occasions, from a drop in snack to that celebration dinner. Our wide-ranging menu and award-winning wine list change with the season.

Visit them on the web: www.OrsoAlaska.com

737 W 5th Ave
Anchorage, Alaska,99501
Phone: 907-222-3232

Hours:
Lunch: Mon – Fri 11:30 – 2:30
Brunch Sun – Sat 11:00 – 3:00
Dinner: Sun – Thurs 5:00 – 9:30
Fri & Sat 5:00 – 11:00

Bar opens at the start of lunch or brunch daily and closes one hour after the dining room

Try Us for Weekend Brunch Saturday & Sunday
11:00AM – 3:00PM

Visit them on the web: www.GlacierBrewhouse.com

Lunch is served:
11- 4 Monday – Saturday
12 – 4 Sunday

Dinner is served:
4 – 9:30 Sunday and Monday
4 – 10 Tuesday – Thursday
4 – 11 Friday and Saturday

737 W. 5th Avenue, Suite 110
Anchorage, Alaska 99501 USA
(907) 274-BREW (2739)
Fax: 277-1033

info@glacierbrewhouse.com

Hours:
Monday-Friday 7am-5pm
Saturday 9am-3pm
First Friday of the month open until 8:30pm
On music nights we will be open until 8:30pm

245 West 5th Ave. Suite 106
Anchorage, AK 99501
United States
ph: (907) 743-0572
fax: (907) 743-0872
midnightsuncafe@yahoo.com

Enjoy lovely ice sculptures on display through winter until thaw.

Video by John Gomes.

The 2008-2009 Crystal Gallery of Ice

The competition begins at 9:00am on January 8th and ends at 4:00pm on Sunday, January 10th. Teams from Anchorage and Fairbanks create lovely carvings from “Arctic Diamond” ice from Fairbanks while competing for cash prizes. Come watch the ice come to life and bring your ice skates and enjoy the Town Square Ice Rink!

Select Downtown Hotels have created “Fire & Ice” New Year’s Eve Specials for the night of December 31st, each designed to make this special night even more enjoyable and memorable.

So take a look at the specials listed below and make your reservations today! It’s guaranteed to be one hot night with our 20-foot erupting volcano in Town Square, live music by Hawaiian reggae band H3, Polynesian Dancers, Tahitian Flame Dancers and free leis!

Anchorage Grand Hotel

“Fire & Ice” New Year’s Eve Special includes a dinner for two at ORSO, a bottle of champagne in your room, an over night stay for two at the Anchorage Grand, continental breakfast and morning newspaper delivered to your door, and a late check out of 2:00pm. You enjoy all of this for only $199 plus tax. The rate without dinner for 2 at Orso’s is only $109.00.

Our suites are equipped with everything you could possibly need to feel right at home! Each suite has a separate bedroom and living room, with a queen sofa sleeper. The living room and bedroom each have 25” televisions with 59 channels of cable and HBO.  There is a two- line direct dial phone with voice mail, automatic wake up calls.  We offer free high-speed wireless internet. Each room also has an iron and ironing board, hair dryer and fully equipped kitchen including kitchenware, microwave, refrigerator/freezer with automatic icemaker, stove/oven and dishwasher.

We have a terrific location within walking distance of the Dena’ina Convention Center, the Performing Arts Center, 5th Avenue Mall, restaurants, shops and businesses. If you enjoy jogging, biking, or walking for exercise, we are just two blocks off the 2nd Avenue entrance to the Coastal Trail.

The Anchorage Grand Hotel is a Non-Smoking Hotel.

For additional information, or reservations, please call us direct at (907) 929-8888, or toll free at (888) 800-0640, or visit our website at www.anchoragegrand.com.  We hope to have you as our guest this New Year’s Eve, 2010!

Anchorage Downtown Hotel

Join us for our “Fire & Ice” New Year’s Eve Special special: $69.00 for any room, with free parking!

We offer clean, comfortable, and conveniently located accommodations at an affordable price. Perfect for a weekend getaway, each of our 16 guest rooms and suites are tastefully furnished and beautifully maintained. We provide the charm of a small inn with the amenities you would expect of a larger hotel.

We’re conveniently located at 826 K Street (near the corner of K Street & 9th Avenue.)

Call the us at 907-258-7669 to make reservations or visit www.anchoragedowntownhotel.com.

Anchorage Uptown Suites

Don’t just stay the night: stay for two! “Fire & Ice” New Year’s Eve Special gives guests who stay one night 50% off if they choose to stay a second night too!

Tucked away in a quiet corner of Downtown Anchorage, the Anchorage Uptown Suites & Condominium offer exquisite service at rates that are perfect for the modern traveler. Whether for business, pleasure, or military, our pleasant rooms offer the style and space to unwind after a full day.

Visit our website www.anchorageuptownsuites.com  or give us a call 279-4232 to book your stay. Be sure to ask for the “Fire & Ice” New Year’s Eve Special!

Historic Anchorage Hotel

Ring in the New Year with a romantic night for two in a junior suite at the Historic Anchorage Hotel, the only historic hotel in Anchorage!

Our “Fire & Ice” New Year’s Eve special includes a wonderful dinner for two at Orso, a complimentary parking permit, one bottle of champagne for your room, and continental breakfast the next morning. The “Frie & Ice” New Year’s Eve package price is $210.00 including tax.  (Gratuity not included.)

We’re conveniently located one block from the festivities in Town Square at 330 E Street (corner of 4th & E Street.)

Call the hotel directly at 907-272-4553 and ask for the “Fire & Ice” New Year’s Eve Special or visit www.historicanchoragehotel.com and click on “packages.”

Hotel Captain Cook

Take time to unwind and recharge with our “Fire & Ice” New Year’s Eve package!

Celebrate New Years Eve at the Hotel Captain Cook and enjoy a luxurious Junior Suite for $199* or a Deluxe Room for $179* (*plus 12% room tax)

Package includes: Champagne, Chocolate Strawberries for Two, Party Favors & Complimentary Self-Parking

Good only on December 31, 2009. Call for reservations 907-276-6000 or visit our website www.captaincook.com.

Howard Johnson Hotel

Come enjoy the night at a hotel within walking distance of the events in Town Square! We’re conveniently located at 4th Avenue and C Street, and have a big warm pool for our guests!

Our “Fire & Ice” New Year’s Eve Special is for Alaska residents at $63 single/double rate. Kids 12 and under stay free w/parents!

Visit us online at www.hjplazaanchorage.com or call us at 907-793-5500.

Sheraton Anchorage Hotel

Enjoy the fireworks in Town Square with Anchorage Downtown Partnership, Ltd., then come enjoy the Five Star 2nd Annual Holiday Party with us!

Our “Fire & Ice’ New Year’s Eve Special rate will be $85.00 for a room. The Five Star Entertainment 2nd Annual Holiday Party runs from 7:00pm – 2:00am!

The party this year is “A New Year’s Eve in New York!” and will bring an “empire state of mind” to the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel! Walk the red carpet or dance in one New York’s most exclusive clubs! You can even take a picture with authentic murals of the New York Skyline or Broadway in the background!

Visit www.fivestaralaska.com to buy tickets or for more information!

Call us for reservations 907-343-3112

This is the “Year of the Volcano” in recognition of Hawaii’s 50th Anniversary and Mt. Redoubt. Featuring a volcano, fire jugglers, ice skating, ice carving and fireworks.

The party starts at 5:00pm with a Children’s Ice Skating Party, followed by the Main Event at 6:00pm. The evening ends with another brilliant fireworks display shot off the roof of Polar Bear Gifts directly over Town Square at 8:00pm!