Arts & Drama Calendar 
April, May, June 2010

This is our calendar of arts and theatre in Fairbanks, Alaska. Note dates, where not yet updated.

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Use date links to move quickly to the month in which you are interested. Where information to update was not available, old information was left so you could call the phone number listed, send email, or visit their web site. Be sure to check the year listed before attending! Use buttons at top of page to go to other specialty calendars.

July - August - September     October - November - December

April - May - June 

April

Classes: The following businesses hold arts and crafts classes. Contact them directly for complete listings and to register:

Meetings: The following organizations hold meeting on various arts and crafts. Contact them directly for meeting times and more information

First Friday Events: The first Friday of each month, special evening showings at art galleries throughout Fairbanks. Usually run 5 to 8 p.m.. Galleries usually participating are listed below (email us to be added). Contact gallery for information on their specific showing.

Antigone (or I really wish you hadn't done that) (4/8/10 - 4/25/10) by Fairbanks Shakespeare Theatre in the Empress Theatre in downtown Fairbanks. (2nd floor of the Co-Op, enter on 3rd Ave.) 457-POET (7638). http://www.fstalaska.org/

A Women's Affair (4/9-11/10)  Woman's Affair is a trade show organized specifically for women about women. This total women's show is a place to make contact with women owned businesses, discuss important health issues, get tips for managing finances, become aware of new career opportunities and education possibilities, see the latest fashions, enjoy a makeover or massage, pick up new home-decorating ideas and gardening information, or discover a new hobby...all under one roof.

There will be a place to present seminars, demonstrations and clinics, single parenting help, a hands on decorative painting clinic, the best exercise program for your busy schedule...the choice of subjects are limitless. There will be three presentation areas located adjacent to the arena. If you have a topic you would like to present be sure and sign up early as space will be limited. This is a great opportunity to present your product or service, obtain leads, and to introduce something new.

In 2009 over 150 different businesses and agencies participated and the two-day event had a public attendance of 2921. Vendor response was very positive and many have already signed up for the 2010 show. The seminars that took place throughout the weekend were a huge attraction with attendance ranging from 25 to 50 people per session.

Chocolate Bash: A Passport to Chocolate (4/10/10) this annual Chocolate Bash- is styled as a wine tasting with both sweet and savory chocolate hors d'oeuvres paired with wines from Argentina, Chile, Italy, Spain and the United States. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $50 and all proceeds support the museum's exhibits, research and education programs. Purchase your tickets online* or call 474-7505 to reserve your tickets by phone.

Romeo & Juliet (4/16-18/09 Production of the Fairbanks Shakespeare Theatre, at the Empress Theatre, downtown on 3rd Ave between Cushman & Lacey. Adults $18, Seniors/Military/UAF students $12, under 18 free. Tickets available at http://www.fstalaska.org, Gulliver's Books, or call 457-7638.

Garden Bazaar and Earthday Fair (4/24/10) 10:00 to 5:00, Randy Smith Middle School garden fundraising. Vendors, workshops, silent auction and more. http://Rsmsgarden.pbworks.com  for more information and vendor application. khelmuth@northstar.k12.ak.us

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May

 Classes: The following businesses hold arts and crafts classes. Contact them directly for complete listings and to register:

Meetings: The following organizations hold meeting on various arts and crafts. Contact them directly for meeting times and more information

First Friday Events: The first Friday of each month, special evening showings at art galleries throughout Fairbanks. Usually run 5 to 8 p.m.. Galleries usually participating are listed below (email us to be added). Contact gallery for information on their specific showing.

Tanana Valley Farmers Market (5/10/10) Located west of the fairgrounds at College and Aurora, the market features handicrafts, locally made gifts, food and bedding plants as well as the usual locally grown produce. This season opening will be marked with special events, musical performances, cooking, and nutritional demonstrations. Then for the rest of the summer, it will be open Saturdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Information: (907) 456-3276.

Fifth Annual FRA City Sampler (5/14/09) Westmark Gold Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sample food and drinks from Fairbanks' finest restaurants, caterers, and beverage distributors. Live big-band music and fabulous door prizes. GRAND PRIZE: Round trip tickets to Frankfurt, Germany on Condor Air. 456-8901 for information. Cost in 2007 was $30 - no update as of March 7 on their website. Fundraiser for Fairbanks Resource Agency.

Opening of Alaska Salmon Bake/Palace Theatre & Saloon (5/10/09 for Salmon Bake, 5/18/09 for Theatre's Golden Heart Revue). Both close September 11, 2009. Click on the link for more information.

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June

Classes: The following businesses hold arts and crafts classes. Contact them directly for complete listings and to register:

Meetings: The following organizations hold meeting on various arts and crafts. Contact them directly for meeting times and more information

Alaska Native Art (5/12/07 through 9/30/07) University of Alaska Museum of the North. Museum admission charged. 474-6941.

Golden Heart Revue  (5/18/09-9/11/09) Season opening at Palace Theatre & Saloon, Alaskaland. Shows daily at 8:15 p.m. $13 adults with Alaska driver's license, otherwise $14. $7.50 for children under 12.  Reservations: (907) 452-5960.

Free Films & Events, Alaska Public Lands
(in Courthouse Square, downtown. More information: 456-0527 or 456-0532 TTY.)

The film list from the Alaska Public Lands is now being given out as a pdf file. Click here to download Movies for June - August 2001.

Nenana River Daze, 6/6-6/09) held in Nenana the first weekend in June, (about 60 miles from Fairbanks, take the Parks Highway). Features riverbank events (contests, food, arts & crafts, and a parade.). Kick off party 6pm -12 Midnight Friday. Carnival and parade at noon Saturday. Lots of activities for the whole family. 

Santa's Garden Market in North Pole. Locally grown produce & crafts. Hours 3 p.m.-7 p.m. Fridays only throughout summer and  fall. Carr's-Key Bank parking lot. Information (907) 488-2242.

The Stash, Grand Opening (6/6/08) 5 to 9 p.m. A place to learn, create and buy all things handmade located at 544 3rd Avenue. The Stash is a sewing lounge & classroom, fronted with a boutique of all LOCAL & HANDMADE merchandise.  They will be featuring different artists each month for First Friday's.

"Dynamic Aurora" (6/1/09-9/15/09) 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. daily in the Arnold Espe Auditorium. $7 general admission; group and youth discounts may apply. Dynamic Aurora captures the beauty of northern lights and explains this high-latitude phenomena from scientific and cultural perspectives. The 30-minute multimedia presentation features high-speed video, digital animations and hands-on demonstrations. Presented in partnership with the UAF Geophysical Institute. This is also now presented in the winter, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. daily. (907) 474-7505.

TOTE Family Fun Fest (6/7/09) University of Alaska Museum , 12-4 p.m., hands-on activities, entertainment, & refreshments for kids of all ages. Join them under the big top tent on the museum's east lawn for fun filled day of activities and entertainment.

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