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October

Fairbanks Community Band 474-1904
Northland Children’s Choir 388-0543

Midnight Sun Intertribal Powwow
The Midnight Sun Intertribal Powwow offers an opportunity for all Alaskans and Alaskan visitors to join in the festivities and learn about the land’s first people. For information, write PO Box 80034, Fairbanks, AK 99708, call 456-2245. e-mail midnightsunpowwow@yahoo.com or visit http://www.midnightsunpowwow.org.

Athabascan Old-Time Fiddlers Association
The Athabascan Old-Time Fiddlers Festival is produced each November. It features Athabascan and Eskimo musicians from Interior Alaska communities and the Yukon Territory, Canada. For more information call 474-5503.

Fairbanks Native Association
Since 1990, the Fairbanks Native Association’s Johnson O’Malley Potlatch Dancers, a youth group performing authentic Native songs and dances, has served as ambassadors of the Native culture with their songs and dances providing a window into Native history and values. For information call 452-1648.

Opera Fairbanks
The only semi-professional group in Interior Alaska solely devoted to opera; Opera Fairbanks brings high-quality, live operatic performances. In addition the group provided educational, promotional, and performance opportunities. For more information call 457- 2780 or visit
http://www.operafairbanks.org

Fairbanks Concert Association
The Fairbanks Concert Association, presently in its 60th season, presents eclectic professional performing arts series of the finest quality. Deeply committed to diversity, it addresses a wide variety of interests and rich cultural backgrounds in Fairbanks. FCA is keeping interior Alaska connected with “the world of performance.” Education is also a major part of their mission and FCA is the main provider of professional performing arts programs to the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District’s schools. For information write: PO Box 80547, Fairbanks, AK 99708, call 474-8081, e-mail info@fairbanksconcert.org or visit http://www.fairbanksconcert.org.

Fairbanks Choral Society
The Fairbanks Choral Society promotes and encourages choral music in the Greater Fairbanks community through its performing bodies, the Adult Choral Society, the Children’s Choir and CHORUS! They also sponsor the annual “Sing-It-Yourself-Messiah,” and the annual “Let There be Peace on Earth,” a borough-wide event. For information call 456-1144 or e-mail sing@mosquitonet.com.

Dance Omnium
Dance Omnium promotes the growth and improvement of the art of performance dance in Alaska. It sponsors master classes and workshops. For more information call 455-4550.

Dance Theatre Fairbanks
Established in December of 2001, DTF continues the legacy and foundation of Pat Sims’ dance instruction and positive influence through the art of dance in the lives of our children, peers and community. They actively encourage awareness and appreciation for cultural similarities and differences through their instructors, ethnic workshops and exchanges. The corporation works in concert with multiple local, national and international artistic groups to broaden DTF’s student, faculty and audience exposure. For information call 452-1113.

Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival
This is a nationally recognized arts festival that brings more than 700 students and instructors into Fairbanks for two weeks of workshops, rehearsals and performances with studies in music, dance, theatre, ice-skating and the visual arts. There are also four, one-week “Winter Edition” workshops for voice, story telling, comedy and cabaret studies. For information call, 474-8869 or visit http://www.fsaf.org.

Fairbanks Light Opera Theatre
Fairbanks Light Opera Theatre produces shows like “Broadway Encore” and “The Gondoliers.” The organization also contributes to the education of the community through F.L.O.T. Jr., a musical summer camp for youth; Showcase, a promotional outreach vocal ensemble, and Jumpstart!, its high school-age vocal and dance troupe. For information write: P.O. Box 72787 Fairbanks, AK 99707, call 456-3568 or visit http://www.flot.org.

North Star Dance Foundation
The foundation administers the North Star Ballet Company and North Star Ballet School. Performances include a spring Gala and holiday “Nutcracker.” The Foundation has a Residency Program and Summer Program, and instructs the UAF Summer Fine Arts Camp Dance Program. The North Star Ballet is located at 1800 College Road, Tanana Valley Fairgrounds. For information, call 451-8800 or visit http://www.landmarksoft.com/sitebuilder/northstarballet

Fairbanks Symphony
The Fairbanks Symphony Association produces 12 major events during the fall and winter featuring internationally renowned artists performing with the Fairbanks Symphony and Arctic Chamber Orchestra as well as performing solo recitals. For information write: P.O. Box 82104 Fairbanks, AK 99708 or call 474-5733.

Fairbanks Youth Orchestras
Fairbanks Youth Orchestra offers a quality musical experience for young musicians as a group. They invite children and their parents to come listen to a concert and encourage children of appropriate ages to audition to become a member of the orchestras. For information write, P.O. Box 82104 Fairbanks, AK 99708 or call 474-5733.

Young native Fiddlers
Young Native Fiddlers, a group of Alaska native students predominately Athabaskan, perform at many cultural and school events throughout the year. For more information please contact 479-7945 or Fiddlers@mallan.hypermart.net

Acoustic Adventures maintains an active schedule of musical events. Rather than trying to keep up with their weekly announcements, here is a link to their website.

10th Planet, a recording facility, has its own site: http://www.10thplanet.com/

Fairbanks Sweet Adelines Rehearsals (11/1/2009 - 12/1/2010) Fairbanks Sweet Adelines Rehearsals every Thursday night, 6:30 - 9:30 PM at the United Community Presbyterian Church, 3510 College Rd., Fairbanks, across from Gulliver's Books.  Enjoy four-part cappella harmony in the unique Barbershop Style.  We are always recruiting new members, and we welcome all women who enjoy singing to come and try out.   Phone: (907) 479-3624, Myrna McGhie, mlee2001@gci.net

Fairbanks Community Band meets Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. in the Lathrop High School band room. Musicians needed. Their director is Ann Musco. For more information visit their web site at http://www.communityband.org .

The Greatland Sounds Chapter of S.P.E.B.S.Q.S.A.,   a men's barbershop chorus, meets every Tuesday evening at 7 at the Church of Christ Northern Lights, 645 11th Ave. All men who enjoy singing are welcome to participate. (This announcement last updated by them in 2004.)

Northern Lights Council of Dancers represents square, round and folk dancers in the interior. Our link leads to their very active dance calendar. Many of their member clubs dance at the Farthest North Square and Round Dance Center, located in Pioneer Park. They have their own calendar. The following clubs dance there:

bullet Ballroom Dance Club of Fairbanks
bulletContra Borealis Dancers
bullet Golden Heart Round Dancers
bullet Prospector Squares
bullet Santa's Square & Round Dance Club

Santa Square Dancers dance the 2nd and 4th Saturday from 7:30-9:30 PM September to May and the 2nd and 4th Thursday from 7:30-9:30 PM June, July, August. Come join us at the Farthest North Square Dance Hall in Pioneer Park. Mainstream with caller Dave Smith. Round Dancing Phases 1-4 to Records. Dances are $7.00 Adults/$5.00 Students & Young Adults. (907) 488-6681 Jerrie Lynn (e-mail).

Prospector Squares (e-mail) Dance every Tuesday Night from 7:30-9:30 PM. Come join us at the Farthest North Square Dance Hall in Pioneer Park.  Plus Dance with Rounds by Caller/Cuer Bill Mudd.  Dances are $7.00 Adults / $5.00 Students & Young Adults. (907) 479-4522

Contra Borealis Dancers  Check their website (above) for complete dance schedule. Dances are $6 non-members / $5 members - $3 student non-members and $2 student members. Dance instruction is provided, and beginners are welcome. Times are usually 8 p.m. to midnight. Special events TBA, kids under 13 are free, if they behave themselves. (907) 457-8957.

University of Alaska Good Time Swing Dance Club. Every Saturday night, 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm, swing and ballroom dancing at the Silver Spur nightclub. No cover charge until 8:30 pm. Must be 21 or older. More info, fnkmb1@uaf.edu

Theresa Bauer, the "Chatanika Nightingale," sings and plays guitar and keyboard for listening and dancing year-round every Sunday afternoon at the Chatanika Lodge, 4 pm to 8 pm. No cover charge.

Carhartt & Flannel Ball (10/4/02)  Dance from 8:00pm - 12:00am at the Chena River Convention Center, 109 Clay St, . Hosted by the Alaska Boreal Forest Council, the evening will be filled with live music, fabulous desserts, dancing, door prizes, and good company. Prizes also awarded for best dressed.  Cost: $25.00 for individuals, $40.00 for couples. (907) 457-8453.

46th Annual Cham Fashional (10/29/05) 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by Quota International Fairbanks. "Mystical Magic." Will be held at the Westmark Fairbanks Hotel Gold Room,  (cocktails - champagne & hors d'oeuvres), choreographed Fashion Show at 8 p.m.,  dance till 1 a.m. to live music.  This is an annual fundraiser for Quota International Fairbanks, whose special interest is disadvantaged women & children, and those with speech & hearing impairments. Come support a great community service organization while enjoying champagne, hors d'oeuvres, and great fashions, then dance the night away.  Tickets for this black-tie event may be purchased at Fairbanks Mt. McKinley Bank branch offices, 530 4th Ave. or 1380 University Ave. (907) 452-1751, or 474-1770.

20th Annual Fbks International Friendship Day (10/14/06) noon to 5 p.m. Pioneer Park, Alaskan Centennial Center for the Arts. Free. Entertainment, music, cultural displays, food, and gifts for sale.(907) 474-0908.

Oktoberfest (10/20/01) Sponsored by German Club of Fairbanks, American Legion Post 57, 1634 Cushman St. German food served 6-9 p.m. $15 single or $25 couple. Music, food and fun. We know date is old - we think they have it every year; they just do not update us!

"The Joy of Frostbite" (10/23/04) -- Fairbanks Sweet Adelines present two performances at Princess Hotel - Edgewater Dining Room, 4:00pm and 7:30 pm. Tickets will go on sale in October.  For information, call Myrna at (907) 479-3624.

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November

Fairbanks Community Band 474-1904
Northland Children’s Choir 388-0543

Midnight Sun Intertribal Powwow
The Midnight Sun Intertribal Powwow offers an opportunity for all Alaskans and Alaskan visitors to join in the festivities and learn about the land’s first people. For information, write PO Box 80034, Fairbanks, AK 99708, call 456-2245. e-mail midnightsunpowwow@yahoo.com or visit http://www.midnightsunpowwow.org.

Athabascan Old-Time Fiddlers Association
The Athabascan Old-Time Fiddlers Festival is produced each November. It features Athabascan and Eskimo musicians from Interior Alaska communities and the Yukon Territory, Canada. For more information call 474-5503.

Fairbanks Native Association
Since 1990, the Fairbanks Native Association’s Johnson O’Malley Potlatch Dancers, a youth group performing authentic Native songs and dances, has served as ambassadors of the Native culture with their songs and dances providing a window into Native history and values. For information call 452-1648.

Opera Fairbanks
The only semi-professional group in Interior Alaska solely devoted to opera; Opera Fairbanks brings high-quality, live operatic performances. In addition the group provided educational, promotional, and performance opportunities. For more information call 457- 2780 or visit
http://www.operafairbanks.org

Fairbanks Concert Association
The Fairbanks Concert Association, presently in its 60th season, presents eclectic professional performing arts series of the finest quality. Deeply committed to diversity, it addresses a wide variety of interests and rich cultural backgrounds in Fairbanks. FCA is keeping interior Alaska connected with “the world of performance.” Education is also a major part of their mission and FCA is the main provider of professional performing arts programs to the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District’s schools. For information write: PO Box 80547, Fairbanks, AK 99708, call 474-8081, e-mail info@fairbanksconcert.org or visit http://www.fairbanksconcert.org.

Fairbanks Choral Society
The Fairbanks Choral Society promotes and encourages choral music in the Greater Fairbanks community through its performing bodies, the Adult Choral Society, the Children’s Choir and CHORUS! They also sponsor the annual “Sing-It-Yourself-Messiah,” and the annual “Let There be Peace on Earth,” a borough-wide event. For information call 456-1144 or e-mail sing@mosquitonet.com.

Dance Omnium
Dance Omnium promotes the growth and improvement of the art of performance dance in Alaska. It sponsors master classes and workshops. For more information call 455-4550.

Dance Theatre Fairbanks
Established in December of 2001, DTF continues the legacy and foundation of Pat Sims’ dance instruction and positive influence through the art of dance in the lives of our children, peers and community. They actively encourage awareness and appreciation for cultural similarities and differences through their instructors, ethnic workshops and exchanges. The corporation works in concert with multiple local, national and international artistic groups to broaden DTF’s student, faculty and audience exposure. For information call 452-1113.

Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival
This is a nationally recognized arts festival that brings more than 700 students and instructors into Fairbanks for two weeks of workshops, rehearsals and performances with studies in music, dance, theatre, ice-skating and the visual arts. There are also four, one-week “Winter Edition” workshops for voice, story telling, comedy and cabaret studies. For information call, 474-8869 or visit http://www.fsaf.org.

Fairbanks Light Opera Theatre
Fairbanks Light Opera Theatre produces shows like “Broadway Encore” and “The Gondoliers.” The organization also contributes to the education of the community through F.L.O.T. Jr., a musical summer camp for youth; Showcase, a promotional outreach vocal ensemble, and Jumpstart!, its high school-age vocal and dance troupe. For information write: P.O. Box 72787 Fairbanks, AK 99707, call 456-3568 or visit http://www.flot.org.

North Star Dance Foundation
The foundation administers the North Star Ballet Company and North Star Ballet School. Performances include a spring Gala and holiday “Nutcracker.” The Foundation has a Residency Program and Summer Program, and instructs the UAF Summer Fine Arts Camp Dance Program. The North Star Ballet is located at 1800 College Road, Tanana Valley Fairgrounds. For information, call 451-8800 or visit http://www.landmarksoft.com/sitebuilder/northstarballet

Fairbanks Symphony
The Fairbanks Symphony Association produces 12 major events during the fall and winter featuring internationally renowned artists performing with the Fairbanks Symphony and Arctic Chamber Orchestra as well as performing solo recitals. For information write: P.O. Box 82104 Fairbanks, AK 99708 or call 474-5733.

Fairbanks Youth Orchestras
Fairbanks Youth Orchestra offers a quality musical experience for young musicians as a group. They invite children and their parents to come listen to a concert and encourage children of appropriate ages to audition to become a member of the orchestras. For information write, P.O. Box 82104 Fairbanks, AK 99708 or call 474-5733.

Young native Fiddlers
Young Native Fiddlers, a group of Alaska native students predominately Athabaskan, perform at many cultural and school events throughout the year. For more information please contact 479-7945 or Fiddlers@mallan.hypermart.net

Acoustic Adventures maintains an active schedule of musical events. Rather than trying to keep up with their weekly announcements, here is a link to their website.

10th Planet, a recording facility, has its own site: http://www.10thplanet.com/

Fairbanks Sweet Adelines Rehearsals (11/1/2009 - 12/1/2010) Fairbanks Sweet Adelines Rehearsals every Thursday night, 6:30 - 9:30 PM at the United Community Presbyterian Church, 3510 College Rd., Fairbanks, across from Gulliver's Books.  Enjoy four-part cappella harmony in the unique Barbershop Style.  We are always recruiting new members, and we welcome all women who enjoy singing to come and try out.   Phone: (907) 479-3624, Myrna McGhie, mlee2001@gci.net

Fairbanks Community Band meets Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. in the Lathrop High School band room. Musicians needed. Their director is Ann Musco. For more information visit their web site at http://www.communityband.org .

The Greatland Sounds Chapter of S.P.E.B.S.Q.S.A.,   a men's barbershop chorus, meets every Tuesday evening at 7 at the Church of Christ Northern Lights, 645 11th Ave. All men who enjoy singing are welcome to participate. (This announcement last updated by them in 2004.)

Northern Lights Council of Dancers represents square, round and folk dancers in the interior. Our link leads to their very active dance calendar. Many of their member clubs dance at the Farthest North Square and Round Dance Center, located in Pioneer Park. They have their own calendar. The following clubs dance there:

bullet Ballroom Dance Club of Fairbanks
bulletContra Borealis Dancers
bullet Golden Heart Round Dancers  
bullet Prospector Squares
bullet Santa's Square & Round Dance Club

Santa Square Dancers dance the 2nd and 4th Saturday from 7:30-9:30 PM September to May and the 2nd and 4th Thursday from 7:30-9:30 PM June, July, August. Come join us at the Farthest North Square Dance Hall in Pioneer Park. Mainstream with caller Dave Smith. Round Dancing Phases 1-4 to Records. Dances are $7.00 Adults/$5.00 Students & Young Adults. (907) 488-6681 Jerrie Lynn (e-mail).

Prospector Squares (e-mail) Dance every Tuesday Night from 7:30-9:30 PM. Come join us at the Farthest North Square Dance Hall in Pioneer Park.  Plus Dance with Rounds by Caller/Cuer Bill Mudd.  Dances are $7.00 Adults / $5.00 Students & Young Adults. (907) 479-4522

Contra Borealis Dancers  Check their website (above) for complete dance schedule. Dances are $6 non-members / $5 members - $3 student non-members and $2 student members. Dance instruction is provided, and beginners are welcome. Times are usually 8 p.m. to midnight. Special events TBA, kids under 13 are free, if they behave themselves. (907) 457-8957.

University of Alaska Good Time Swing Dance Club. Every Saturday night, 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm, swing and ballroom dancing at the Silver Spur nightclub. No cover charge until 8:30 pm. Must be 21 or older. More info, fnkmb1@uaf.edu

Theresa Bauer, the "Chatanika Nightingale," sings and plays guitar and keyboard for listening and dancing year-round every Sunday afternoon at the Chatanika Lodge, 4 pm to 8 pm. No cover charge.

Athabascan Fiddlers' Festival (11/6-9/02). Traditional Athabascan Indian fiddling and dancing. Dedicated to the tradition of Athabascan fiddling and dancing. Dancing, guitar-playing, fiddling and performances by village representatives. Athabascan Fiddlers Association. "The Athabascan Fiddlers Festival has grown tremendously over the past 20 years to become one of the three major cultural events of the year," according to festival founder, Jean Flanagan Carlo. [News-Miner, 11/1/01 ]. Tickets are available at the Fairbanks Native Assoc. offices, 2201 First Avenue, Suite 200. Prices vary with event. (907) 452-1825.

Annual St. Raphael's Christmas Ball and Auction (11/21/06) Westmark Hotel Gold Room; 6 p.m.-midnight. Fundraiser, quilt raffle, dancing, and a silent auction with over 700 items. Tickets are $55 per person, available at OK Lumber or St. Raphael's Catholic Church. Information: (907) 457-6603 or (907) 457-2800.

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December

Fairbanks Community Band 474-1904
Northland Children’s Choir 388-0543

Midnight Sun Intertribal Powwow
The Midnight Sun Intertribal Powwow offers an opportunity for all Alaskans and Alaskan visitors to join in the festivities and learn about the land’s first people. For information, write PO Box 80034, Fairbanks, AK 99708, call 456-2245. e-mail midnightsunpowwow@yahoo.com or visit http://www.midnightsunpowwow.org.

Athabascan Old-Time Fiddlers Association
The Athabascan Old-Time Fiddlers Festival is produced each November. It features Athabascan and Eskimo musicians from Interior Alaska communities and the Yukon Territory, Canada. For more information call 474-5503.

Fairbanks Native Association
Since 1990, the Fairbanks Native Association’s Johnson O’Malley Potlatch Dancers, a youth group performing authentic Native songs and dances, has served as ambassadors of the Native culture with their songs and dances providing a window into Native history and values. For information call 452-1648.

Opera Fairbanks
The only semi-professional group in Interior Alaska solely devoted to opera; Opera Fairbanks brings high-quality, live operatic performances. In addition the group provided educational, promotional, and performance opportunities. For more information call 457- 2780 or visit
http://www.operafairbanks.org

Fairbanks Concert Association
The Fairbanks Concert Association, presently in its 60th season, presents eclectic professional performing arts series of the finest quality. Deeply committed to diversity, it addresses a wide variety of interests and rich cultural backgrounds in Fairbanks. FCA is keeping interior Alaska connected with “the world of performance.” Education is also a major part of their mission and FCA is the main provider of professional performing arts programs to the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District’s schools. For information write: PO Box 80547, Fairbanks, AK 99708, call 474-8081, e-mail info@fairbanksconcert.org or visit http://www.fairbanksconcert.org.

Fairbanks Choral Society
The Fairbanks Choral Society promotes and encourages choral music in the Greater Fairbanks community through its performing bodies, the Adult Choral Society, the Children’s Choir and CHORUS! They also sponsor the annual “Sing-It-Yourself-Messiah,” and the annual “Let There be Peace on Earth,” a borough-wide event. For information call 456-1144 or e-mail sing@mosquitonet.com.

Dance Omnium
Dance Omnium promotes the growth and improvement of the art of performance dance in Alaska. It sponsors master classes and workshops. For more information call 455-4550.

Dance Theatre Fairbanks
Established in December of 2001, DTF continues the legacy and foundation of Pat Sims’ dance instruction and positive influence through the art of dance in the lives of our children, peers and community. They actively encourage awareness and appreciation for cultural similarities and differences through their instructors, ethnic workshops and exchanges. The corporation works in concert with multiple local, national and international artistic groups to broaden DTF’s student, faculty and audience exposure. For information call 452-1113.

Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival
This is a nationally recognized arts festival that brings more than 700 students and instructors into Fairbanks for two weeks of workshops, rehearsals and performances with studies in music, dance, theatre, ice-skating and the visual arts. There are also four, one-week “Winter Edition” workshops for voice, story telling, comedy and cabaret studies. For information call, 474-8869 or visit http://www.fsaf.org.

Fairbanks Light Opera Theatre
Fairbanks Light Opera Theatre produces shows like “Broadway Encore” and “The Gondoliers.” The organization also contributes to the education of the community through F.L.O.T. Jr., a musical summer camp for youth; Showcase, a promotional outreach vocal ensemble, and Jumpstart!, its high school-age vocal and dance troupe. For information write: P.O. Box 72787 Fairbanks, AK 99707, call 456-3568 or visit http://www.flot.org.

North Star Dance Foundation
The foundation administers the North Star Ballet Company and North Star Ballet School. Performances include a spring Gala and holiday “Nutcracker.” The Foundation has a Residency Program and Summer Program, and instructs the UAF Summer Fine Arts Camp Dance Program. The North Star Ballet is located at 1800 College Road, Tanana Valley Fairgrounds. For information, call 451-8800 or visit http://www.landmarksoft.com/sitebuilder/northstarballet

Fairbanks Symphony
The Fairbanks Symphony Association produces 12 major events during the fall and winter featuring internationally renowned artists performing with the Fairbanks Symphony and Arctic Chamber Orchestra as well as performing solo recitals. For information write: P.O. Box 82104 Fairbanks, AK 99708 or call 474-5733.

Fairbanks Youth Orchestras
Fairbanks Youth Orchestra offers a quality musical experience for young musicians as a group. They invite children and their parents to come listen to a concert and encourage children of appropriate ages to audition to become a member of the orchestras. For information write, P.O. Box 82104 Fairbanks, AK 99708 or call 474-5733.

Young native Fiddlers
Young Native Fiddlers, a group of Alaska native students predominately Athabaskan, perform at many cultural and school events throughout the year. For more information please contact 479-7945 or Fiddlers@mallan.hypermart.net

Acoustic Adventures maintains an active schedule of musical events. Rather than trying to keep up with their weekly announcements, here is a link to their website.

10th Planet, a recording facility, has its own site: http://www.10thplanet.com/

Fairbanks Sweet Adelines Rehearsals (11/1/2009 - 12/1/2010) Fairbanks Sweet Adelines Rehearsals every Thursday night, 6:30 - 9:30 PM at the United Community Presbyterian Church, 3510 College Rd., Fairbanks, across from Gulliver's Books.  Enjoy four-part cappella harmony in the unique Barbershop Style.  We are always recruiting new members, and we welcome all women who enjoy singing to come and try out.   Phone: (907) 479-3624, Myrna McGhie, mlee2001@gci.net

Fairbanks Community Band meets Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. in the Lathrop High School band room. Musicians needed. Their director is Ann Musco. For more information visit their web site at http://www.communityband.org .

The Greatland Sounds Chapter of S.P.E.B.S.Q.S.A.,   a men's barbershop chorus, meets every Tuesday evening at 7 at the Church of Christ Northern Lights, 645 11th Ave. All men who enjoy singing are welcome to participate. (This announcement last updated by them in 2004.)

Northern Lights Council of Dancers represents square, round and folk dancers in the interior. Our link leads to their very active dance calendar. Many of their member clubs dance at the Farthest North Square and Round Dance Center, located in Pioneer Park. They have their own calendar. The following clubs dance there:

bullet Ballroom Dance Club of Fairbanks
bulletContra Borealis Dancers
bullet Golden Heart Round Dancers  
bullet Prospector Squares
bullet Santa's Square & Round Dance Club

Santa Square Dancers dance the 2nd and 4th Saturday from 7:30-9:30 PM September to May and the 2nd and 4th Thursday from 7:30-9:30 PM June, July, August. Come join us at the Farthest North Square Dance Hall in Pioneer Park. Mainstream with caller Dave Smith. Round Dancing Phases 1-4 to Records. Dances are $7.00 Adults/$5.00 Students & Young Adults. (907) 488-6681 Jerrie Lynn (e-mail).

Prospector Squares (e-mail) Dance every Tuesday Night from 7:30-9:30 PM. Come join us at the Farthest North Square Dance Hall in Pioneer Park.  Plus Dance with Rounds by Caller/Cuer Bill Mudd.  Dances are $7.00 Adults / $5.00 Students & Young Adults. (907) 479-4522

Contra Borealis Dancers  Check their website (above) for complete dance schedule. Dances are $6 non-members / $5 members - $3 student non-members and $2 student members. Dance instruction is provided, and beginners are welcome. Times are usually 8 p.m. to midnight. Special events TBA, kids under 13 are free, if they behave themselves. (907) 457-8957.

University of Alaska Good Time Swing Dance Club. Every Saturday night, 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm, swing and ballroom dancing at the Silver Spur nightclub. No cover charge until 8:30 pm. Must be 21 or older. More info, fnkmb1@uaf.edu

Theresa Bauer, the "Chatanika Nightingale," sings and plays guitar and keyboard for listening and dancing year-round every Sunday afternoon at the Chatanika Lodge, 4 pm to 8 pm. No cover charge.

North Star Ballet's "The Nutcracker," (12/4, 5, 6/09) 8 p.m.  on the 4th and 5th, with additional 2 p.m. performances on the 5th.and 6th. Hering Auditorium, tickets $18-$24 with discounts for college students, senior citizens, and active military. For more information, please call 451-8800.

30th Annual Sing-It-Yourself Messiah (12/19/09) 3 p.m., First Presbyterian Church - 547 Seventh Ave. Potential soloists should contact conductor Suzanne Summerville at (907) 456-1144 or send E-mail to sing@mosquitonet.com for an audition.

Santa Square Dancers (12/?/08) End of Year Dance at the Farthest North Square Dance Hall in Pioneer Park from 7:30-9:30 PM. All Callers/Cuers Welcome $7.00 Adults / $5.00 Students & Young Adults (907) 488-6681, Jerrie Lynn.

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