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March 17 — THROWING COPPER, noon- 4 p.m. , rare and unusual works by Steve Holford, The Grange Gallery, North Pole, http://facebook.com/steveholford64 or [email protected]

March 17 — WATERCOLOR

WORKSHOP, 10 a.m.-noon, learn how to paint “VodkaSkapes” with Steve Holford, $45, limited to 20 people, The Grange, North Pole, http://facebook.com/steveholford64 or [email protected]

booksMarch 20 — OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING BOOK CLUB, 1:30 p.m., “Cleopatra: a life” by Stacy Schiff, Noel Wien Library Conference Room,

1215 Cowles Street, contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

March 26 — SCIENCE FICTION/FANTASY DISCUSSION GROUP, 7 p.m., “Mote in God's Eye” by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle, Noel Wien Library Group Study Room #1, 1215 Cowles Street, contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

culinaryMarch 20 — TUESDAY TASTING, 7 p.m., tribute to Paul Rossi, prices vary, reservations recommended, Lavelle’s Bistro, 575 First Ave., 450-0555

March 27 — TUESDAY TASTING, 7 p.m., Rodney Strong, prices vary, reservations recommended, Lavelle’s Bistro, 575 First Ave., 450-0555

March 30 — FRIDAY WINE TASTING, 6-8 p.m., part of A Woman’s Affair, sponsored by Image Optical the evening will feature over 70 wines courtesy of Gold Hill Imported Beer and Fine Wines and K&L Distributors, hors d oeuvres, $25, men are $20 if accompanied by a

woman, no-alcohol ticket $10, Carlson Center, [email protected] or 474 9082

danceMarch 17 — CONTRADANCE, 8 p.m., live music by Ice Jam and dance instruction with Lynn Basham, sponsored by Contra Borealis Dancers, beginners welcome, Pioneer Park Dance Center, information at contraborealis.org or 457-8957

March 24 — SANTA SWINGERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB, 7:30 p.m., David Smith caller, Pioneer Park Dance Center, $8, Roger/Kandie at 455-7046

family March 17 — FAMILY READING TIME, 1-2 p.m., Sandra Boynton, each reading followed by an activity, all children take home a free book, free, Berry Room, Noel Wien Library, 1215 Cowles St., 456-6212

March 24 — FAMILY DAY LEGGY!, noon- 4 p.m., join the museum for activities centered around our special exhibit, Leggy! Live Spiders & Their Relatives, identify Alaska dragonflies, make a UV light and get insect “sight,” arthropod crafts and more, University

of Alaska Museum of the North, activities included with admission, 474-7505

lectureMarch 19 — ENERGY INVESTMENT FOR THE NEXT 20 YEARS, 7 p.m, sponsored by the Student Investment Fund at UAF, based on the book “Energy Civilization” by Douglas B. Reynolds, professor of oil and energy economics at the University of Alaska Fairbanks,

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March 31 — PEACE CORPS IN TURKEY, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Jim Kari, an RPCV Turkey '66-'68, who taught ESL in Bafra Lisesi, Bafra, will speak as part of the “New Horizons” speakers series sponsored by the office of multicultural affairs and diversity at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, Eielson Building, room 104, 457-5737

March 25 — CASTING FOR RECOVERY BENEFIT, 4 p.m., look at cancer from a survivor's perspective, Dave Ames on “Me My Cells and I,” free, Wedgewood Manor, 212 Wedgewood Drive, 388-1734

music/nightlifeMarch 17 — THE TANANA BAND, 10 p.m., village rock and roll band, Gold Rush Saloon, 3399 Peger Road, 456-6410

March 23 — TITO PUENTE JR. ORCHESTRA, 8 p.m., presented by the Fairbanks Concert Association, Hering Auditorium, www.faribanksconcert.org or 474-8081

March 25 — ARCTIC CHAMBER ORCHESTRA, 4 p.m., featuring Sivan Magen, Davis Concert Hall, $30, senior/military $25, student/children $10, www.fairbankssymphony.org or 474-5733

March 29 — BEARFOOT BLUEGRASS, 8 p.m., BEARFOOT Bluegrass originally from Alaska, has made it big and they now reside in Nashville, Tenn., $25 in advance at www.theblueloon.com, Gulliver's Books, or at The Blue Loon, 2999 Parks Highway, 457-5666

March 30 — LILY TOMLIN, 8 p.m., presented by the Fairbanks Concert Association, Hering Auditorium, www.faribanksconcert.org or 474-8081

March 30 — BURNT ORANGE, 10 p.m.- 2 a.m., The Big I, 122 Turner Street, 456-6437

March 31 — BURNT ORANGE, 10 p.m.- 2 a.m., The Big I, 122 Turner Street, 456-6437

natureMarch 18 — STAR AND SKY NIGHT VIEWING, 7:30 p.m., view the stars and planets through giant telescopes set up by the Fairbanks Astronomical Unit, warm up with drinks in the Creamer’s Farmhouse, $3 suggested donation, 452-5162

March 24 — SPRING EQUINOX WALK, 1 p.m., take a very early spring walk on the Refuge trails to celebrate the changing of the seasons, look for signs of local animals that are active during the winter or are just waking up, program lasta 1-2 hours and there is a $3 suggested donation, Creamer’s Field Farmhouse, 452-5162

March 24 — SPRING BANQUET, 6 p.m., Midnight Sun Fly Casters and Trout Unlimited Spring Banquet, Dave Ames will answer the age old Question “Why Fisherman Lie,” $50, Westmark Hotel, 388-5961

March 31 — OWL PROGRAM, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m., enjoy a talk and slide show about the ecology of our local owls, how to find them and identify their calls, and meet live owls, the 2:00 program is geared more for children, but everyone is welcome to attend either event, $3 suggested donation, 452-5162

special eventsMarch 17 — ALASKA TRAPPERS ASSOCIATION FLING, 5:30 p.m., raffles, live and silent auctions, door prizes, fine food, cold beverages, annual awards ceremony and great company, Westmark Hotel, $40, tickets available at Alaska Tent and Tarp in Fairbanks, online at www.alaskatrappers.org or by calling Tish at 347-5965, www.alaskatrappers.org

March 23, 24, 25 — IABA HOME SHOW, 2-8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Sunday, over 150 booths representing every aspect of northern living, financing to new construction, remodeling to refurnishing, $4 adults, free to children 12 and under, Carlson


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March 31 — 25TH CHOCOLATE BASH, 7:30-10 p.m., a medieval fantasy theme, black tie and chainmail optional, fundraiser for the University of Alaska Museum of the North, $75, 474-7505 or museum.uaf.edu

March 31 — A WOMAN’S AFFAIR, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., over 145 booths highlighting health, education, fashion, fitness, finance, and career, $4 adults, free to children 12 and under, Carlson Center, www.fairbanksevents.com or [email protected] or 474-9082

stageMarch 16-April 2 — A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, Friday and Saturdays 8:15 p.m., 2 p.m. Sundays, by Tennessee Williams, directed by Frank L. Yaska, Riverfront Theater, 1852 Second Ave., $20, $18 seniors (65+) military and university students, $14 for teens, www.fairbanksdrama.org or 456-7529

March 17 — GROUNDLINGS PERFORMANCE, 7 p.m., “Scenes from Shakespeare,” presented by the Fairbanks Shakespeare Theatre’s youth troupe, The Groundlings, $12, Empress Theatre, www.fstalaska.org or 457-7638

March 18 — GROUNDLINGS PERFORMANCE, 2 p.m.,

“Scenes from Shakespeare,” presented by the Fairbanks Shakespeare Theatre’s youth troupe, The Groundlings, $12, Empress Theatre, www.fstalaska.org or 457-7638

March 23, 24, 30, 31 — ALL IN THE TIMING, 7:30 p.m., directed by Stephen Golux, Salisbury Theatre, University of Alaska Fairbanks campus, $7-16. 474-6590 or www.uaf.edu/theatre

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April 20 — BRUSHES TO BOOKS, 5-9 p.m., family-oriented fundraising art event for the North Pole Library, the gallery will feature original artwork donated by local artists as well as a silent auction of local collections, the display will include some student work from local competitions, 322-0623

April 21 — WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP, 10 a.m.-noon, by Matt Moberly, for intermediate to experienced painters, $45 per person, reservations required, The Grange Gallery, North Pole, contact John at 322-0623

booksApril 3 — SCIENCE BOOKS DISCUSSION GROUP, 7 p.m., “Mountains from Space:

peaks and ranges of the seven continents” by Stefan Werner, Noel Wien Library Conference Room, 1215 Cowles St., contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

April 10 — GREAT BOOKS DISCUSSION GROUP, 7 p.m., Living With the Past: “The Island” by Gustaw Herling (p. 146-220), Noel Wien Library Group Study Room #1, 1215 Cowles Street, contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

April 14 — LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP, 10 a.m., “When Everything Changed: the amazing journey of American women from 1960 to present” by Gail Collins , Noel Wien Library Conference Room, 1215 Cowles Street, contact: Georgine Olson:

459-1063 or [email protected]

April 17 — OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING BOOK CLUB, 1:30 p.m., “In the Time of the Butterflies” by Julia Alvarez, Noel Wien Library Conference Room, 1215 Cowles Street, contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

April 23 — SCIENCE FICTION/FANTASY DISCUSSION GROUP, 7 p.m., “Sleepless” by Charlie Huston, Noel Wien Library Group Study Room #1, 1215 Cowles Street, contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or golson@fnsblibrary.

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culinaryApril 3 — TUESDAY TASTING, 7 p.m., long shadow project, prices vary, reservations recommended, Lavelle’s Bistro, 575 First Ave., 450-0555

April 10 — TUESDAY TASTING, 7 p.m., Shaw Ross, prices vary, reservations recommended, Lavelle’s Bistro, 575 First Ave., 450-0555

April 17 — TUESDAY TASTING, 7 p.m., specialty imports special guest, prices vary, reservations recommended, Lavelle’s Bistro, 575 First Ave., 450-0555

April 24 — TUESDAY TASTING, 7 p.m., wonderful world of malbec, prices vary, reservations recommended, Lavelle’s Bistro, 575 First Ave., 450-0555

danceApril 6 — CONTRADANCE, 8 p.m., live music by Swing Dogs and dance instruction with Barbara Braley, sponsored by Contra Borealis Dancers, beginners welcome, Pioneer Park Dance Center, information at contraborealis.org or 457-8957

April 7 — FIRST SATURDAY SOCIAL DANCE, 8:30 p.m., $5 members, $6 non-members, sponsored by Ballroom Dance

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April 20 — THIRD FRIDAY SOCIAL DANCE, 8:30 p.m., $5 members, $6 non-members, sponsored by Ballroom Dance Club of Fairbanks, no partner needed, dance to a mix of ballroom, swing and steamy Latin tunes at Pioneer Park Dance Center, 456-3331 or fairbanksballroom.org

April 21 — CONTRADANCE, 8 p.m., live music by Ice Jam and dance instruction with Amy Steiner, sponsored by Contra Borealis Dancers, beginners welcome, Pioneer Park Dance Center, information at contraborealis.org or 457-8957

familyApril 21 — FAMILY READING TIME, 1-2 p.m., Stephen Crosgrove, each reading followed by an activity, all children take

home a free book, free, Berry Room, Noel Wien Library, 1215 Cowles St., 456-6212

April 21 — OPEN HOUSE AND MILITARY APPRECIATION, noon-4 p.m., a look behind the scenes at the labs where researchers make discoveries about the science, culture, health, and environment of Alaska, partnerships with local military organizations will be highlighted, free admission, University of Alaska Museum of the North, 474-7505

filmsApril 19 — THIRD THURSDAY FILMS FOR ADULT AUDIENCES, 7 p.m., award-winning international and independent films, “Little Sparrows” (Australia; 85 min); “A Lost and Found Box of Human Sensation” (Germany; 15 min); , auditorium Noel Wien Library, 1215 Cowles Street,contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

first friday•—POTPOURRI AND APRIL FLOWERS, 5-8 p.m., works by Tom Nixon and Tammy Phillips, Phillips Studio and Gallery, 1222 Well St., suite 11, 479-0956

•—GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION, 5-8 p.m., 2 Street Gallery, a gallery of fine arts, featuring painting, pottery, glass, jewelry, fiber, iron work, sculpture and more, 535 Second Ave, suite 102, 455-4070

music/nightlifeApril 2 — STEVE BROWN AND THE BAILERS, 9:30-12:30 p.m., a fine blend of Fairbanks folkabilly, $5, $4 students, UAF Pub, Wood Center, 474-780

April 15 — JOHANSEN MUSIC STUDIO SPRING RECITAL, 2 p.m., violin students of Dr. Gail Johansen will present a recital of classical music, including works by a variety of composers, from Bach and Mozart to Kreisler, free, Zion Lutheran Church, 2982

Davis Road, 479-4327

April 28 — LE VENT DU NORD, 8 p.m., presented by the Fairbanks Concert Association, Hering Auditorium, www.faribanksconcert.org or 474-8081

April 29 — CONCERTO COMPETITION WINNERS CONCERT, 4 p.m., Davis Concert Hall, $30, senior/military $25, student/children $10, www.fairbankssymphony.org or 474-5733

natureApril 12 — PRESCHOOL NATURE DISCOVERY PROGRAM, 1-2:30 p.m., “Birds of Prey,” includes reading a book, making a craft, and taking a brief walk on the refuge, Creamer’s Field Farmhouse, $3 donation per child is suggested and reservations are required, maximum of 15 children per class, call 452-5162 for reservations, program is sponsored by thread Resource and Referral and is designed

for children ages 3-6 and their caregivers, 452-5162

April 21 — THIRD ANNUAL SPRING GARDEN BAZAAR AND EARTH DAY FAIR, 10 a.m.- 4p.m., features include vendors from the community, a student art show, free workshops, a silent auction, plant sale and more, Randy Smith Middle School, 1401 Bainbridge Blvd., 458-7600

April 28 — SPRING MIGRATION CELEBRATION, noon-4 p.m., annual celebration of spring migration at Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge, scheduled to coincide with the peak of bird migration, the program consists of bird and wildlife viewing, information booths of local conservation organizations, nature walks and activities for the whole family such as puppet shows, crafts, and games, activities will take place both at Creamer’s Field and the Alaska Public Lands Information Center, free, 452-5162


special eventsApril 1 — A WOMAN’S AFFAIR, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, over 145 booths highlighting health, education, fashion, fitness, finance, and career, $4 adults, free to children 12 and under, Carlson Center, www.fairbanksevents.com or [email protected] or 474-9082

April 7 — FABULOUS FEMINIST FUNDRAISER, 5:30 p.m., to benefit the Alaska Women’s Lobby, $40, Westmark Gold Room, more information on Facebook

April 7 — CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY, noon- 3 p.m., refreshments, door prizes, entertainment and specials on popular items, free, Holm Town Nursery, 1301 30th Ave., www.holmtownnursery.com or 451+8733

stageMarch 16-April 2 — A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, Fridays and Saturdays 8:15 p.m., 2 p.m. Sundays, by Tennessee Williams, directed by Frank L. Yaska, Riverfront Theater, 1852 Second Ave., $20, $18 seniors (65+) military and university students, $14 for teens, www.fairbanksdrama.org or 456-7529

April 1 — ALL IN THE TIMING, 2 p.m., directed by Stephen Golux, Salisbury Theatre, University of Alaska Fairbanks campus, $7-16. 474-6590 or www.uaf.edu/theatre

April 13, 14 — 11TH ANNUAL 8 X 10 ALASKA PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL, 8:15 p.m., presented by

Looking Glass Group Theatre and Fairbanks Drama Association, $20, Riverfront Theatre, 456-7529

April 19-22, 26-29 — MISALLIANCE, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, written by George Bernard Shaw, directed by Rebecca Eddy, presented by the Fairbanks Shakespeare Theatre, $22, $18 military/senior/UAF, $12 under 18, Empress Theatre, www.fstalaska.org, 457-7638

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May 18 — FARM AND GARDEN SHOW, 5-9 p.m., local artists will show original paintings and sculpture related to gardening and agriculture in general, the show is a tribute to local farmers and ranchers who play such an important role in our daily lives, learn about the variety of locally grown foods that are available from nearby farms, The Grange Gallery, North Pole, contact John at 322-0623

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May 1 — SCIENCE BOOKS DISCUSSION GROUP, 7 p.m., “The Soul of Medicine: Tales from the bedside” by Sherwin Neuland, Noel Wien Library Conference Room, 1215 Cowles St., contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

May 8 — GREAT BOOKS DISCUSSION GROUP, 7 p.m., Living With the Past: Selected Poems by William Wordsworth, Adrienne Rich, and Robert Lowell, Noel Wien Library Group Study Room #1, 1215 Cowles Street, contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

May 12 — LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS BOOK

DISCUSSION GROUP, 10 a.m., “An Ethical Compass: coming of age in the 21st century” preface by Elie Wiesel, Noel Wien Library Conference Room, 1215 Cowles Street, contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

May 15 — OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING BOOK CLUB, 1:30 p.m., booktalk and selection of titles for Sept. 2012 through April 2013, Noel Wien Library Conference Room, 1215 Cowles Street, contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

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May 15 — TUESDAY TASTING, 7 p.m., vintus collection, prices vary, reservations recommended, Lavelle’s Bistro, 575 First Ave., 450-0555

May 22 — TUESDAY TASTING, 7 p.m., Alexander Valley vineyards, prices vary, reservations recommended, Lavelle’s Bistro, 575 First Ave., 450-0555

danceMay 4 — CONTRADANCE, 8 p.m., live music by Celtic

Confusion and dance instruction with Barbara Braley, sponsored by Contra Borealis Dancers, beginners welcome, Pioneer Park Dance Center, information at contraborealis.org or 457-8957

May 5 — FIRST SATURDAY SOCIAL DANCE, 8:30 p.m., $5 members, $6 non-members, sponsored by Ballroom Dance Club of Fairbanks, dance to a mix of ballroom, swing and steamy Latin tunes, Pioneer Park Dance Center, 456-3331 or www.fairbanksballroom.org

May 19 — CONTRADANCE, 8 p.m., live music by The Caper and dance instruction

with Lynn Basham, sponsored by Contra Borealis Dancers, beginners welcome, Pioneer Park Dance Center, information at contraborealis.org or 457-8957

May 25, 26, 27 — PETER PAN, 7 p.m. (25), 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. (26), 4 p.m. (27), presented by Dance Theatre Fairbanks, $15-5, tickets available at Dance Theatre Fairbanks and Beaver Sports, West Valley High School Performing Arts Center, www.dancetheatrefairbanks.com or 452-1113

familyMay 19 — FAMILY READING TIME, 1-2 p.m., Jan Brett, each

reading followed by an activity, all children take home a free book, free, Berry Room, Noel Wien Library, 1215 Cowles St., 456-6212

filmMay 17 — THIRD THURSDAY FILMS FOR ADULT AUDIENCES, 7 p.m., award-winning international and independent films, “Karen Cries on the Bus” (Colombia; 98 min); “Lessons from the Night” (Australia; 9 min), auditorium Noel Wien Library, 1215 Cowles Street,contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

May 31 — REEL HISTORY, 7 p.m., “Call of the Wild,” free, Rasmuson Library, room 340, sponsored by the Alaska Historical Society and the Tanana-Yukon Historical Society, www.uaf.edu/summer or 474-7021

first friday•—FIRST FRIDAY, 5-8 p.m., 2 Street Gallery, a gallery of fine arts, featuring painting, pottery, glass, jewelry, fiber, iron work, sculpture and more, 535 Second Ave, suite 102, 455-4070

music/nightlifeMay 3 — FRED EAGLESMITH TRAVELING ROAD SHOW, 8 p.m., Pioneer Park Theater, $35, Acoustic Adventures, www.acoustic adventures.com, 488-0556

May 5 — SPRING CONCERT, 7 p.m., Fairbanks Community Band, free, Alaska Centennial Center for the Arts, communityband.org or 488-2807

May 30 — FAIRBANKS SUZUKI INSTITUTE RECITAL, 12:45-1:45 p.m., Davis Concert Hall, UAF campus, 479-6634

May 31 — FAIRBANKS SUZUKI INSTITUTE RECITAL, 12:45-1:45 p.m., Davis Concert Hall, UAF campus, 479-6634

natureMay 1 — CAMP DENALI AND THE LIFE OF GINNY WOODS, 7-8:30 p.m., presentation by Karen Brewster, Northern Voices Spring Series, Noel Wien library, Sponsored by the Northern Alaska Environmental Center and Fairbanks North Star Borough Library, 459-1020

May 10 — PRESCHOOL NATURE DISCOVERY PROGRAM, 1-2:30 p.m., “Life in the Pond,” includes reading a book, making a craft, and taking a brief walk on the refuge, $3 donation per child is suggested and reservations are required, maximum of 15 children per class, call 452-5162 for reservations, Creamer’s Field Farmhouse, program is sponsored

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May 13 — FROG WALK, 1 p.m., learn about Alaska’s elusive wood frogs and then take a walk in hopes of both hearing and seeing interior Alaska’s only amphibian, be sure to come dressed for the weather and don’t forget the mud boots, Creamer’s Field Farmhouse, program will last 1-2 hours, $3 suggested donation, 452-5162

May 20 — FARTHEST NORTH BIRDATHON, 4 p.m, participants ice cream party and species count, Georgeson Botanical Garden, 479-0848

May 30 — THE TOP 20 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT ALASKA, 7 p.m., presentation by Ned Rozell, Schaible Auditorium, presented by the Northern Alaska Environmental Center

special eventsMay 3 — WOMEN OF DISTINCTION EVENT, 6 p.m., honors three distinguished women in the community, dinner and silent auction included, $90, Westmark Hotel Gold Room, 456-4782

May 11, 12 — MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND GARAGE SALE, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-3

p.m. Saturday, Fairbanks Lutheran Church, 1012 Cowles St., 452-3425

May 13 — MOTHER’S DAY OPEN HOUSE, noon-3 p.m.,

refreshments, door prizes, entertainment and activities for kids, gifts for moms, free, Holm Town Nursery, 1301 30th Ave., www.holmtownnursery.com or 451+8733

June 22 — NOURISH YOUR SOUL-STICE, 5 p.m., a wellness fair, an evening of workshops, music, art exhibits and food, presented by the Fairbanks Resource Fair, free, 805 Airport Way, www.fra-alaska.net

stageMay 3-6 — MISALLIANCE, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, written by George Bernard Shaw, directed by Rebecca Eddy, presented by the Fairbanks Shakespeare Theatre, $22, $18 military/senior/UAF, $12 under 18,

Empress Theatre, www.fstalaska.org, 457-7638

May 4-29 — LEADING LADIES, 8:15 p.m., Friday and Saturdays. 2 p.m. Sundays, by Ken Ludwig, directed by Monty Hughes, Riverfront Theater, 1852 Second Ave., $20, $18 seniors (65+) military and university students, $14 for teens, www.fairbanksdrama.org or 456-7529

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June 3 — DESIGN ALASKA WILD ARTS WALK, noon-4 p.m., stroll the Refuge amid a colorful assortment of artists and musicians as they demonstrate their skills and display their work in this festive fundraising event,

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June 15 — RAVENS, noon-4 p.m., gallery showing of sculptures by Mary Ann Fortune, The Grange Gallery, North Pole, contact John at 322-0623

booksJune 2 — LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP, 10 a.m., selection of titles for Sept. 2012 – July 2013, Noel Wien Library Conference Room, 1215 Cowles Street, contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

June 4 — SCIENCE FICTION/FANTASY DISCUSSION GROUP, 7 p.m., “Beggars in Spain” by Nancy Kress, Noel Wien Library Group Study Room #1, 1215 Cowles Street, contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

June 5 — SCIENCE BOOKS DISCUSSION GROUP, 7 p.m., “The Snoring Bird: my family's journey through a century of biology” by Berndt Heinrich, Noel Wien Library Conference Room, 1215 Cowles St., contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

June 25 — SCIENCE FICTION/FANTASY DISCUSSION GROUP, 7 p.m., “Red Pyramid” by Rick Riordan, Noel Wien Library Group Study Room #1, 1215 Cowles Street, contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

danceJune 1 2, 3 — PETER PAN, 7 p.m. (1), 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. (2), 4 p.m. (3), presented by Dance Theatre Fairbanks, $15-5, tickets available at Dance Theatre Fairbanks and Beaver Sports, West Valley High School Performing Arts Center, www.dancetheatrefairbanks.com or 452-1113

filmsJune 7 — REEL HISTORY, 7 p.m., “Arctic Dance: Mardy Murie,” free, Rasmuson Library, room 340, sponsored by the Alaska Historical Society and the Tanana-Yukon Historical Society, www.uaf.edu/summer or 474-7021

June 14 — REEL HISTORY, 7 p.m., “The Odyssey of Captain Healy,” free, Rasmuson Library, room 340, sponsored by the Alaska Historical Society and the Tanana-Yukon Historical Society, www.uaf.edu/summer or 474-7021

June 21 — REEL HISTORY, 7 p.m., “Alone Across Alaska: 1,000 Miles of Wilderness,” free, Rasmuson Library, room 340, sponsored by the Alaska Historical Society and the Tanana-Yukon

Historical Society, www.uaf.edu/summer or 474-7021

June 21 — THIRD THURSDAY FILMS FOR ADULT AUDIENCES, 7 p.m., award-winning international and independent films, “Protektor” (Czech Republic; 102 min); “I Was a Child of Holocaust Survivors” (Canada; 15 min), auditorium Noel Wien Library, 1215 Cowles Street,contact: Georgine Olson: 459-1063 or [email protected]

June 28 — REEL HISTORY, 7 p.m., “For the Rights of All: Ending Jim Crow in Alaska,” free, Rasmuson Library, room 340, sponsored by the Alaska Historical Society and the Tanana-Yukon Historical Society, www.uaf.edu/summer or 474-7021

first friday•—FIRST FRIDAY, 5-8 p.m., 2 Street Gallery, a gallery of fine arts, featuring painting, pottery, glass, jewelry, fiber, iron work, sculpture and more, 535 Second Ave, suite 102, 455-4070

•—ART SHOW, 5-8 p.m., Laura Myntti, Colleen Thomas, Holly Lena Winkelman at Well Street Art Company, 1304 Well St., 452-6169

•—ART OF THE OBSOLETE, 5-8 p.m., art works on display are created from electronics waste, recyclable materials and other found treasures, Interior Green Star, 565 University Ave., 378-0057

lectureJune 4 — UAF LEGACY LECTURE, 7 p.m., political leader and author Willie Hensley, Davis Concert Hall, www.uaf.edu/summer or 474-7021

June 6 — SIX STRESS REDUCTION TECHNIQUES THAT REALLY WORK, 7 p.m., lecture will describe a technique to assist in stress reduction with Brian Gerrard, Schaible Auditorium, www.uaf.edu/summer or 474-7021

June 5 — ALASKA’S SEA AND LAND LECTURE SERIES, 7 p.m., common garden pests and how to manage them, O’Neill building, room 201, University of Alaska Fairbanks campus,

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Mar. 27, 2012: “Rodney Strong”

April. 3, 2012: “Long Shadow Project”

April 10, 2012: “Shaw Ross”

April 17, 2012: “Specialty Imports

Special Guest” April 24, 2012:

“Wonderful World of Malbec” May 1, 2012

“The Upside from Down Under” May 8, 2012:

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May 15, 2012: “Vintus Collection”

May 22, 2012: “Alexander Valley Vineyards” Event schedule subject to change without notice

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* Camarones a el Mojo de ajo Prawns salted in our garlic butter served over rice your choice of beans or salad

* Camarones Chipotle Prawns cooked in our chipotle cream sauce with onions and mushrooms with rice and beans

* Shrimp Momias Prawns wrapped in bacon, cooked in garlic butter, and served with rice and beans

* Camarones ala Diabla Prawns cooked in our sweet & hot sauce served with rice and beans

* Camarones Charros Prawns salted in butter, bacon bits, onions, green peppers, and white wine sauce. Served with rice and beans and flour or corn tortilla

*Camarones Rancheros Prawns salted in tomato sauce with onions, green peppers. Served with rice and beans and flour or corn tortilla

*Shrimp Scampi Prawns salted in garlic butter served with a side of rice and crisp, green salad with dressing

Seafood Seafood * Chicken Chipotle Tender chicken breast cooked in chipotle cream sauce with onions, and mushrooms served with rice and beans

* Baja Chicken Tender chicken breast cooked with green peppers, onions mushrooms, with ranchero sauce with rice and beans

* Steak Ranchero Tender flank steak pieces sautéed with onions, green peppers, and tomato sauce served with rice and beans

* Carne Asada A thin cut flank steak cooked to perfection with Mexican spices. One cheese enchilada served with rice and beans

* Milanesa Choice of chicken or steak (breaded) thinly cut, then deep fried. Served with rice, beans, guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo

* Carne Asada y Championes Thin cut flank steak covered with mushroom sauce serve with rice and beans and choice of flour or corn tortilla

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presented by Alaska Sea Grant College Program and the Alaska Cooperative Extension Service, www.uaf.edu/summer or 474-7021

June 11 — FAMILY CULTURAL NIGHT, 7 p.m., The Culture of Taiwan with Alex Hwu, director of the UAF Center for Distance Education, free, University of Alaska Museum of the North, sponsored by the Center for Distance Education, www.uaf.edu/summer or 474-7021

June 12 — ALASKA’S SEA AND LAND LECTURE SERIES, 7 p.m., building with hardwood logs in Alaska, O’Neill building, room 201, University of Alaska Fairbanks campus, presented by Alaska Sea Grant College Program and the Alaska Cooperative Extension Service, www.uaf.edu/summer or 474-7021

June 18 — FAMILY CULTURAL NIGHT, 7 p.m., beauty of Ukraine, with Inna Conner, free, University of Alaska Museum of the North, sponsored by the Center for Distance Education, www.uaf.edu/summer or 474-7021

June 19 — ALASKA’S SEA AND LAND LECTURE SERIES, 7 p.m., the underwarter world of the Aleutian Islands, O’Neill building, room 201, University of Alaska Fairbanks campus, presented by Alaska Sea Grant College Program and the Alaska Cooperative Extension Service, www.uaf.edu/summer or 474-7021

June 25 — FAMILY CULTURAL NIGHT, 7 p.m., the changing face of Grameen (rural) women of Bangladesh, free, University of Alaska Museum of the North, sponsored by the Center for Distance Education, www.uaf.edu/summer or 474-7021

June 26 — ALASKA’S SEA AND LAND LECTURE SERIES, 7 p.m., what is Alaska Sea Grant doing in West Africa?, O’Neill building, room 201, University of Alaska Fairbanks campus, presented by Alaska Sea Grant College Program and the Alaska Cooperative Extension Service, www.uaf.edu/summer or 474-7021

music/nightlifeJune 1 — FAIRBANKS SUZUKI INSTITUTE GRADUATION RECITAL, 12:30-1:45 p.m., Davis Concert Hall, UAF campus, 479-

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June 1 — SHOWCASE RECITAL, 7 p.m., Zachary Spontak, violin, Davis Concert Hall, UAF campus, 479-6634

June 2 — FAIRBANKS SUZUKI INSTITUTE RECITAL, 12:45-1:45 p.m., Davis Concert Hall, UAF campus, 479-6634

June 2 — FAIRBANKS SUZUKI INSTITUTE RECITAL, 5 p.m., Davis Concert Hall, UAF campus, 479-6634

June 2 — CHAMBERS AND ELECTIVES RECITAL, 7 p.m., Davis Concert Hall, UAF campus, 479-6634

June 3 — FAIRBANKS SUZUKI INSTITUTE FINAL CONCERT, 4:15 p.m., Davis Concert Hall, UAF campus, 479-6634

natureJune 14 — PRESCHOOL NATURE DISCOVERY PROGRAM, 1-2:30 p.m., “Beauty in Flowers,” includes reading a book, making a craft, and taking a brief walk on the refuge, $3 donation per child is suggested and reservations are required, maximum of 15 children per class, call 452-5162 for reservations, Creamer’s Field Farmhouse, program sponsored by thread Resource and Referral and is designed for children ages 3-6 and their caregivers

special eventsJune 23 — 30TH ANNUAL FAIRBANKS DAILY NEWS-MINER MIDNIGHT SUN RUN, 10 p.m., 10K. UAF Patty Center to Pioneer Park. Proceeds benefit United Way of the Tanana Valley and local student athletes through scholarships. Information 452-6046

stageJune 29, 30 — GROUNDLINGS PERFORMANCE, 7 p.m., presented by the Fairbanks Shakespeare Theatre’s youth troupe, The Groundlings, $15, $12 military/senior/UAF, $10 under 18, Empress Theatre, www.fstalaska.org or 457-7638

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