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1 David Finckel, Cello; and Wu Han, Piano
David Finckel and Wu Han rank among the most esteemed and influential classical musicians in the world today. Their performances have garnered superlative praise from both press and public. Located at the Alaska Center for Performing Arts. Showtime is at 7:30 p.m. For more information, phone 263-ARTS or visit www.anchorageconcerts.org.
6-9 A Christmas Story
All 9-year-old Ralphie Parker wants for Christmas is an Official Red Ryder Carbine-Action Two-Hundred-Shot Range Model Air Rifle. Brimming with holiday humor and fun, "A Christmas Story" is suitable for kids of all ages. Located at the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts. Thursday to Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday, 3 p.m. For more information, phone 338-4901 or visit www.alaskatheatreofyouth.org.
7-12 The Producers
Experience the biggest Tony Award winner in Broadway history. The Producers is the funniest, most fearlessly irreverent thing ever seen on stage," says "USA Today." Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Monday to Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. For more information, phone 263-ARTS or visit www.anchorageconcerts.org.
11 Alaska Performance Excellence (APEX) Level 1, Self-Assessment Workshop.
Located at BP Energy Center from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn about APEX criteria and values; create your own organizational profile. Free admission. RSVP, 748-7919, or visit www.akapex.com.
14 Scared Scriptless Comedy Improv
Features improvised scenes based on audience suggestions. For mature audiences only. Cost is $7 at the door. Showtime is 8 p.m. at Wild Berry Theater. Call 562-8858 or visit www.scaredscriptless.com.
16 Family Holiday Pops
The best way to start the holiday season. Kids of all ages will have songs, sugarplums and Santa dancing in their heads at the end of this fun-filled afternoon. So much fun even the Grinch wouldn't want to miss it. Located at the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts at 4 p.m. For more information, phone 274-7464 or visit www.anchorageconcertchorus.org.
31 New Years Fire and Ice Extravaganza
Fire jugglers, circus sideshow, music, ice-skating, food, Ferris wheel and much more. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Fireworks display atop of the Egan Civic and Convention Center beginning at 7 p.m. For more information, phone 279-5655 or visit www.anchoragedowntown.org.
CORDOVA
30-12/1 Christmas Kickoff
Take the Marine Highway from Valdez and come enjoy the kick-off celebration with a parade, Santa Claus, Bidarki Christmas Bazaar, Christmas Art Show, Street-lighting contest, and moonlight madness shopping and more. For more information, phone 424-7260.
DOUGLAS
5-1/13 Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill
Billie Holiday defined the voice of jazz and her bluesy vocals echoed in the ears of a generation. Bringing together her greatest hits, like "God Bless the Child," "Strange Fruit," and "What a Little Moonlight Can Do," this one-woman cabaret, performed by Erica Lee, brings to life the explosive final performance of one of the greatest jazz singers of all time. Evenings, 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday matinee, 2 p.m. Located at the Perseverance Theatre, 914 Third St. For more information, phone 364-2421.
12-1/13 Black Comedy
A young, starving artist anxiously readies himself to meet his girlfriend's conservative father. The furniture's been borrowed, the table's been set and nerves have been calmed in preparation for the perfect evening. What could possibly go wrong? Perseverance Theatre's acting company literally falls head over heels in this comedy set in the dark. Evenings, 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday Matinee, 2 p.m. Located at the Perseverance Theatre, 914 Third St. For more information, phone 364-2421.
EAGLE RIVER
11/30-1 Winter Wonderland & Merry Merchants Munch An old-fashioned holiday fair complete with free sleigh rides, roving carolers, Santa and his reindeer. Businesses open their doors offering their best holiday munchies to sample. The pride and joy of the "Munch" is the gingerbread house competition. For more information, phone 694-4702 or visit www.cer.org.
FAIRBANKS
6-7 Chicago City Limits Improv Comedy New York City's longest-running comedy show comes to Fairbanks for the funniest Christmas show ever. For more information, phone 474-8081 or e-mail concert@acsalaska.net.
7-9 Nutcracker Ballet
Join the North Star Ballet as they perform the holiday classic, The Nutcracker. Voted Readers' Choice Best Theatre Production 2006 and 2007. Located at the Herring Auditorium. For more information, phone 451-8800.
8 Fairbanks Curling Club Rookie Christmas Spiel
A holiday opportunity for club-level competition. Sign up as a team or as an individual and be placed on a team. Heated spectator gallery. For more information, phone 452-CURL or visit www.curlfairbanks.org.
21 Winter Solstice Celebration
Riverfront lighting, sleigh rides, caroling, music and winter fun. Located in downtown. For more information, phone 452-8671 or e-mail dtams@gci.net.
21 Christmas Party for Children with Disabilities
Held on the Friday evening before Christmas. Each child is treated to a free buffet and gift. Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus arrive at 6:30 p.m. Located at the Chatanika Lodge. For more information, phone 389-2164.
22 27th Annual Sing-It-Yourself-Messiah
Sponsored by the Fairbanks Choral Society. Almost 150 local soloists and instrumentalists have been featured in the past quarter of a century. Located at the First Presbyterian Church, Seventh Avenue and Cushman Street, at 3 p.m. For more information, phone 456-1144 or e-mail sing@mosquitonet.com.
GIRDWOOD
31 New Year's Eve Torchlight Parade and Fireworks Display
Join more than 300 hearty souls and ski or snowboard down Mount Alyeska carrying a glowing flare attached to a long bamboo pole in this a long-standing festive tradition. Fireworks display, one of the largest in Alaska, will immediately follow. For more information, phone 754-1111 or visit www.alyeskaresort.com.
HOMER
1-2 Nutcracker Arts and Crafts Fair
Booths of hand-crafted items and gifts for holiday shopping. Take photos with Santa and enjoy the food. Located at the Homer High School Commons. For more information, phone 235-4288.
31 New Year's Eve Party
Located at Land's End Resort. For details, phone Ava Jones at 235-0422.
JUNEA
7-1/15 Art Bank Exhibition
Selections from the Alaska State Council on the Arts, which highlights and chronicles the development of Alaska art of the past 30 years. Held at the Alaska State Museum. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, phone 465-2901.
NOME
1 Annual Fireman's Carnival
This huge community event is a fundraiser for the Volunteer Fire Department. Activities include games of chance, concession stands, bingo, cake walks and a chance to win a new snowmachine or ATV. For more information, contact the Nome Volunteer Fire Dept, P.O. box 82, Nome, AK 99762 or phone 443-2310.
NORTH POLE
1 North Pole Holiday Bazaar and Community Fireworks Display
Shop for local crafts and enjoy a brilliant fireworks display. Located at the North Pole Plaza Mall. For more information, phone 488-2242, e-mail npccc@alaska.com or visit www.fairnet.org/npcc/CommunityEventIndex.htm.
2 North Pole Candle-Lighting Ceremony
Local holiday entertainment, crowning of the king and queen and the ceremonial lighting of the North Pole City candle. All in attendance hold small individual candles and form a friendship circle while singing Christmas carols. Located at the North Pole High School. For more information, phone 488-2242 or e-mail npccc@alaska.com.
PALMER
7-9 Colony Christmas "Rockin' Round the Christmas Tree"
An old-fashioned Colony Christmas celebration with nearly 200 craft vendors, horse-drawn and reindeer sleigh rides, Pictures with Santa and a blast of fireworks to top off the day. Friday night is the bonfire. Craft fairs on Friday and Saturday. Alaska Railroad Colony Christmas Train will arrive on Saturday. For more information, phone the Palmer Chamber office at 745-2880.
8 Colony Christmas Parade of Lights
Beginning downtown at 5 p.m., the Colony Christmas Parade of Lights. Must pre-register to be in the parade. Mail completed forms to 723 S. Valley Way, Palmer, AK 99645 or fax 746-4164. For more information, phone the Palmer Chamber office at 745-2880.
9 Colony Christmas Triathlon
In-person registration Friday, Dec. 7 at 6 p.m. at the Palmer Depot or on race day at Peak Fitness starting at 9 a.m. Race starts at 11 a.m. For more information, phone the Palmer Chamber office at 745-2880.
SEWARD
1 Holiday Train
Board the Alaska Railroad Holiday Train at 6 a.m. heading to Seward for caroling, storytelling, and beautiful scenery, which will put you in the holiday spirit. The Seward Holiday Festival will be located in the Cruise Ship Dock, local merchants will be trimmed and offering their holiday best. For more information, contact Seward Chamber of Commerce at 224-8051.
SITKA
7-9 Seventh Annual Sitka Artisans Market
Held at Harrigan Centennial Hall. It is a quality retail shopping experience, featuring hand-crafted items, primarily made in Alaska. For more information, phone 966-3066 or visit www.sitkaworks.org.
TALKEETNA
1 Bachelor's Auction & Wilderness Woman Contest
Single wilderness women demonstrate their proficiency at water-fetching, wood-hauling, snowmachining, fish-catching, moose-dispatching, beverage-opening and other vital skills, and bid on handsome Talkeetna wilderness men. For more information, phone 733-2330 or visit www.talkeetna-chamber.com.
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