Fairbanks Winter Guide 2008-2009

October 2008 10-12 International Sled Dog Symposium Workshops and presentations are offered on a wide range of sled dog, mushing and skijoring topics including dog care, nutrition, training, and equipment. Panelists include experts and professionals from around the world. A trade fair with dozens of vendors is free and open to the public. (907) 457-MUSH, adma@sleddog.org, www.sleddog.org 24-Nov 9 Wait Until Dark Fairbanks Drama Association presents this mystery thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat with suspense. Fri.-Sun. at Riverfront Theatre. Call (907) 456-PLAY for times. fda-fct@gci.net Fairbanks Symphony Association 26 Fairbanks Symphony Orchestra in Concert Special guest pianist, Alexander Kobrin at Davis Concert Hall. (907) 474-5733, www.fairbanks symphony.org 10 Calo Flamenco Calo Flamenco creates a superior audio and visual experience that leaves audiences energized and awestruck. They will arouse the passion of the human heart in a brilliant display of live music and dance that only flamenco can deliver. Hering Auditorium. (907) 474-8081, info@fairbanksconcert.org, www.fairbanks concert.org 28 Tanana Valley Potato Extravaganza Prepared by the Midnight Sun Chefs Association, the event serves a six-course meal featuring locally grown potatoes. Approximately 60 varieties of potatoes are grown in Alaska’s Interior. (907) 4561984, festfbks@ptialaska.net Courtesy FCA 31-Nov 2 Help, Help, the Globolinks One-act opera for children is the only known opera with an extraterrestrial plot. Aliens can penetrate walls and doors but are frightened by children's music. (907) 457-2780, operafairbanks@ak.net, www.operafairbanks.org 17-18 Brice Alaska Goal Rush Division I men's ice hockey tournament featuring the Alaska Nanooks. Tournament field includes Alaska Anchorage, Maine and Mercyhurst. (907) 474-5977, fysport@uaf.edu November TBD Athabascan Fiddlers Festival Native musicians gather in Fairbanks annually for a fun-filled celebration. The highlight and focus is a special blend of Indian, Scottish, Orcadian and French Canadian fiddling music. (907) 474-5503 18 22nd Annual International Friendship Day International Friendship Day is an annual Fairbanks event dating back to 1987; it is a celebration of the cultural diversity found in the local community. Includes stage performances, ethnic food booths and informational tables. (907) 347-0717, phxseal16@yahoo.com 1 Baka Beyond Marrying traditional Celtic melodies and instruments with West African traditional rhythms and modern musical styles may not seem like the most natural idea, but in the hands of Baka Beyond, the combination makes for a delightful musical mix. Hering Auditorium. (907) 474-8081, info@ fairbanks concert.org, www.fairbanksconcert.org 19 Baltimore Consort They have delighted audiences worldwide and their CDs have earned a place on the Billboard Magazine Top-Ten list. Their love for the early music of English/ Scottish heritage has led them to delve into the rich trove of traditional ballads and dance tunes. Hering Auditorium. (907) 474-8081, info@fairbanksconcert.org, www.fairbanksconcert.org Courtesy FCA Courtesy FCA 6-9 Yukon Title Cash Spiel One of the largest cashspiels in the US. Top curling teams compete for cash prizes. Heated spectator gallery. (907) 452-CURL, www.curlfairbanks.org 10 http://www.sleddog.org http://www.fairbankssymphony.org http://www.fairbankssymphony.org http://www.fairbanksconcert.org http://www.fairbanksconcert.org http://www.operafairbanks.org http://www.fairbanksconcert.org http://www.fairbanksconcert.org http://www.curlfairbanks.org

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Fairbanks Winter Guide 2008-2009 Contents Who Let the Dogs Out? When Do We Turn On the Northern Lights? Head North Surf's Up At the Hot Springs It's All About Ice and Snow Winter Wear Can You Catch Fish? Where's Santa? What Do Knights, Lions and Horses Have In Common? Discover Where Fairbanks Comes to Life Out and About...And On Tour Small Town...Big Events Who Offers Winter Fun? Fairbanks Denali Neighbors, Arctic Neighbors, Interior Neighbors Alaskan Neighbors Winter Fun: It's Cool To Be Safe Who To Call Aurora Sites: Facts and Forecasts

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