Anchorage Press

March 6th, 2010

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Grand opening of Rendezvous Cafe at Arctic Valley! Come drink espresso in paradise.

Rendezvous Cafe serves espresso drinks, pastries, and snacks at the gateway to Chugach State Park, only 15 miles from downtown Anchorage (at mile 7, Arctic Valley Road). Open weekends 10 - 4. Stop in before or after a hike in scenic Arctic Valley. Or, just sit on our deck, overlooking the Chugach mountains, and relax!

More information: www.skiarctic.com

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ONGOING
ACTIVITIES
MUSIC & FESTIVALS
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OPEN MIC
Mon., 7 p.m. Timeout Lounge (4600 Old Seward Hwy.). Tues. 8 p.m. Tap Root Café (330 E. Huffman Road, 345-0282); Wed., 9 p.m., Phyllis’ Café (436 D St., 274-6576), 7:30 p.m., Maxine’s Glacier City Bistro (Mile .5 Crow Creek Road, 783-1234), 7 p.m. Henry’s (8001 Old Seward Hwy.); Thurs., 7-10 p.m., Kaladi Brothers on Brayton (6921 Brayton Dr.), 9-12 p.m., Snow Goose Restaurant (717 W. Third Ave., 277-7727); Fri., 9 p.m. Phyllis’ Café (436 D St., 274-6576); The Whaler Bar (171 Muldoon Rd.). Sat., 4- 8 p.m. Charlie’s Club 25. (Fourth and D St.). The Whaler Bar (171 Muldoon Rd.). Sun., 7 p.m. The Office Lounge (545 E. Northern Lights Blvd., 274-4042). 9 p.m. Koots Birdhouse (2435 Spenard Road) 8 p.m. Humpy’s (610 W. Sixth Ave.).

ART, FILM, THEATER
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SAMURAI SUNDAYS—Kick back with classic and modern Samurai movies, hosted by Sid. 10 p.m. each Sun at The Avenue (338 W. Fourth Ave.). 272-6124

LAZY DOG ANITIQUES— The June Collection of the Month is VOLKSWAGON MODEL KITS. Carl Goodridge, aka "Cold Pop Carl" has been collecting Volkswagen items for 40 years, amassing over 20,000 items of different categories. For this display Carl is featuring his boxed model kits from the 1960's through the present. You may view this fun display at Lazy Dog Antiques & Collectibles (formerly Pack Rat Mall North) between 11:00 am and 6:00 pm every day in June. Sorry, this private collection is not for sale! 1036 East 7th Avenue (at Juneau Street) (907) 276-8551. If you have a collection you would like to share please call (907) 276-8551 to have your name placed on our list.

LISTEN & LEARN
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BINGO— Pulltabs, door prizes, and potluck. $500 progressive covers both nights. $10. 7-9 p.m. every Tuesday and Wednesday at The Chugiak Senior Center (22424 Birchwood Loop Road, Chugiak).

CHESS CLUB—Are you the next Bobby Fischer or Garry Kasparov? Come find out at the chess club. All skill levels are welcome! 5-10 p.m. each Fri. at Title Wave Books (1360 W. Northern Lights Blvd.). Free. 278-9283 or info@wavebooks.com

COOKING CLASS — Classes weekly covering a variety of themes. Times and prices vary. Classes at Allen & Petersen (3002 Seward Hwy.) www.aphome.com

DANCE SATURDAYS— Come Dance With Us on Saturdays! 35 Singles Dance Club at the Carpenters Hall on 4th and Denali. $12 members, $15 guests-1st time $5 off. Includes Dance lessons 7-8, Live music 8-midnight, Appetizers, Beverages, Socializing, Lots of fun! www.singlesdanceclubanchorage.org

HOME DEPOT CLINICS—At all Home Depot locations. The clinics happen at every Home Depot location throughout the entire month of June, for more information readers can go to www.homedepotclinics.com or contact the store closest to them.

KNOT TYING—Practice old knot-tying skills and learn new ones with the Anchorage Knot Tyers’ Club. 5:30-9 p.m. each Wed. at the Anchorage Senior Center (1300 E. 19th Ave.). www.knotical-arts.com/info.html

MAGIC CLUB—Learn a few new tricks from the Anchorage Magic club. 5:30-9 p.m. each Wed. at the Anchorage Senior Center (1300 E. 19th Ave.). www.knotical-arts.com/info.html

POTTERY CLASS—Midnight Potter Studios hosts pottery classes for adults. 6:30- 8:30 p.m. every Mon., Wed., and 10 a.m.- Noon every Tues. and Thurs. $185 per month. 563-2529

ZEN BUDDHISM—The Anchorage Zen Community offers a daily sitting schedule, newcomers' instruction, dharma talks, study groups, and retreats. All are welcome. 10:25 a.m. each Sun. is a public dharma talk by Rev. Koun Franz. www.alaskazen.org for details and contact information or call the AZC (359 E. 24th Ave.) at 566-0143.

ZEN NEWCOMERS NIGHT— Receive basic instruction in seated and walking meditation from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Anchorage Zen Community (359 E. 24th Ave.) After, there is time to drink tea and ask questions. All are welcome. Free. For details, visit www.alaskazen.org
COMMUNITY
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BUDDHIST SERVICES— Family friendly, Rev. Diane Johnson will conduct services. Meditation, chanting, and a Buddhist lesson. Open to the public. 11 a.m. Sundays at the APU Campus Chapel (4101 University Dr.) For more information contact Rev. Diane Johnson at revjishin@gmail.com

WOMEN IN BLACK—Non-political vigil for peace 1-2 p.m. every Sat., at the corner of W. 10th Ave. and I St.

VIPASSANA MEDITATION—Join in a weekly groupsit of Vipassana/Insight meditation. An ancient form of Theravada Buddhist meditation that guides the practitioner to focus their breathing and let go of the mind’s continuous chatter. Find balance and peace. 7:45 p.m. each Wed. Contact Stefan if you’re a beginner and for location information: zijlstra@yahoo.com or http://meditation.meetup.com/598

INFANT MASSAGE— Are you expecting someone new in your life? Infant Massage classes offered the second Tuesday of each month from 7-9 pm in the Turnagain Arts Building Classroom 212. Infant massage, baby sign, kangaroo care, music and games all touched on. Adorable “babies” are provided. Limited enrollment call 947-2914. $45. Saint Sophia Massage and Bodywork.

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AUDITIONS, SHOWS,
FESTIVALS
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GREATLAND CHILDREN’S CHORUS — The Greatland Children's Chorus provides young singers, grades 3-9, with an exceptional choral music experience. Auditions are by appointment. Rehearsals begin on Wednesday, September 9.

AUDITIONS FOR HARVEY— Anchorage Community Theatre is holding auditions for Mary Chase's Pulitzer-Prize winning comedy Harvey directed by Janet Stoneburner. Everyone needs a friend - someone they can talk to, a friend they can take places. Elwood P. Dowd's best friend is Harvey. The trouble is, Harvey is a 6 foot rabbit only Elwood can see!
 
Roles are available for 6 men mid-20s to 70s and 5 women 20s to 60s. Auditions will be held Saturday, August 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. and Sunday, August 23 from 6 to 8 at the ACT Studio Theatre, 1133 E. 70th Ave. Check the website @ www.actalaska.org or the info line @ 344-4713 for updates.
CALL FOR ARTISTS— “Wild Wolves of Alaska!" Wolves are the subject in any medium...painted, cast iron, poetry, photography, you pick it...Juried show with great prizes (ask anyone) at Madd Matters Gallery in Palmer along with the Valley Arts Alliance. Entry fee $25, maximum 2 entries. Entries will be accepted October 1-8.... show opens October 10, Second Saturday runs until November 14. Entry form at www.alaska-gallery.com. Information: info@alaska-gallery.com or 745-6045.

ENTERTAINERS NEEDED— Big Wild Life Runs lost its entertainment coordinator, and the race is in desperate need of entertainment along the courses and at the finish line as a diversion for hard-working runners. Bands, drummers, magicians, jugglers, you it name, are needed. The race is Sun., August 16 in downtown Anchorage. If you have connections to the artistic world and/or are willing to help out with recruitment of same, please contact bwlralaska.gmail.com or mghalko@yahoo.com.

ORCHESTRA STRING AUDITIONS— Auditions by appointment only. The Anchorage Symphony has permanent openings for Violin 1 and 2, Assistant Principal Violin 2, and Viola. All instruments welcome to audition for substitute positions. Please call 274-8668 for more information.

OPEN CASTING CALL— Arctic Siren Productions, Inc. is seeking singers for the upcoming First Friday Cabaret series presented at the Snow Goose Theater. Singers perform a minimum of 5 songs per evening backed by the Kevin Barnett
Trio. All performers are paid. Interested performers can audition by contacting Peggy Monaghan at 245-7311 or artcsirn@alaska.net. Promo packages can be sent to 4105 Turnagain Blvd. Suite L, Anchorage, AK 99517.

TALKEETNA ART— Submit info and art to gallery@talkeetnaair.com; new phone contacts: 733-2218/733-8282; and the last change to make is a new contact name: Randi.

ORGANIC HAIR DESIGN— Seeking Local Artists for First Friday 2009. Please call 299-3771 for more information.

PROJECTS, GRANTS,
COMPETITIONS
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COLOR CREEK-FIBER ART— Various art classes offered. Visit www.colorcreekfiberart.com for details and class schedules at Color Creek-Fiber Art (2605 Barrow

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See the zoo as you have never seen it before with a trained tour guide. Enjoy behind-the-scenes encounters in addition to stories and histories of our animals. Alaska Zoo Tours are offered to any group and include an encounter with our polar bears. Discovery Tours are daily during summer, with individual scheduling during winter months. These tours provide encounters with our tigers and polar bears. Private tours are in-depth behind-scenes experiences with our Director. Book a tour today!

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The Zoo offers a wide variety of field trip options for school and community groups. We offer guided encounter tours, including an encounter at the polar bear habitat. Zoo School classes include both indoor talks and encounters at the animal habitat relating to the program (prepared topics available, in-line with ASD Science Standards). Critter Classes provide tactile experiences for young age groups. Make the most of your zoo visit and book a special program today!

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Let us bring the zoo to you! We offer live animal ambassador programs, guest speaking, and critter classes with hands-on items at your school or community event. Animal ambassador programs include a presentation by a trained education animal and handler (includes mammals, raptors, reptiles). Guest speaking programs are presented on a variety of topics, depending on request. Critter classes are tactile programs with our animal items for young kids. Book your outreach program today!

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Learn to protect yourself while staying healthy. Come try a free month of Jujitsu with a fun group of people. For adults only, great for men and women. T/Th 7:15-8:45pm

March 6th, 2010

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9 Day Fiber & Quilt Extravaganza March 5-14!
First Friday, March 5, Downtown Quilt Walk
Fiber/Quilt Workshops, March 7-12, with nationally acclaimed teachers: Rachel Clark; Kathyanne White; Carol Taylor
Sunday Night, March 7, Lecture: Rachel Clark
Wild Wearable Art Fashion Show: In the Eye of the Beholder, March 11, with work from Australia, NY, Juneau, Ketchikan and featuring our challenges
Saturday & Sunday, March 13 & 14 held at ConocoPhillips Atrium: Fiber Art & Quilt Exhibit featuring the national Studio Art Quilt Associates exhibit, challenges, dolls, merchant mall and more.
Call for Entries: Wearable Art Challenges, art quilt and more,
Go to alaskafiberfestival.org for all the information

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One on One Instruction in all aspects of outdoor photography.

Basic Digital Photography, Landscape, Wildlife, Outdoor Sports, Digital Video, Lightroom, Digital Printing.

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This modern classic fictionalizes the 1925 “Scopes Monkey Trial” in which a high school teacher in Tennessee stands trial for teaching Darwin's theory of evolution in a public school, in violation of state law. This brilliant production offers courtroom drama and small town passion to heat up your cold winter nights. The production features a talented mix of veteran VPA directors, performers and crew along with several exciting newcomers to the stage. Thanks to sponsors, including Denali Law.