2006 May events calendar.

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5 2006 Visitor Industry Charity Walk

Often referred to as the "5k Buffet," this may be the only event where participants feast on fabulous food from vendors along the route. Ends at the WOW event with tons of prizes, delicious desserts, and a beer and wine garden. West end of the Delaney Park Strip at 5:30 p.m. For more information, phone 276-4118 or visit www.alaskacharitywalk.org.

13 The Music of Miles Davis

Davis devotees Eddie Henderson and Gery Bartz join Jimmy Cobb, the last surviving member of the legendary Davis sextet, in tribute to the classic Miles moments. Alaska Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, call 263-ARTS or visit www. anchorageconcerts.org.

13 Scared Scriptless Comedy Improv

Features improvised scenes based on audience suggestions. For mature audiences only. Cost is $5 at the door. Showtime is 10 p.m. at Cyrano's Off Center Playhouse. Call 274-6732 or visit www.scaredscriptless.com.

19-20 State High School Track and Field Championships

ASAA/First National Bank State High School Track and Field Championships. Located at West Valley High School. Times will vary for each event. For more information, contact Mike Hubbard at 479-4221, e-mail mhubbard@northstar. k12.ak.us or visit www.asaa.org/trackfield/index.html.

21 Alaska Women's Gold Nugget Triathlon

The longest-running, all-women triathlon in the country. Begins at 9 a.m. at Bartlett High Pool. For more details, phone 868-3630 or visit www.goldnuggettriathlon.com.

ANCHOR POINT

12-13 Anchor Point's Calcutta Auction & Saltwater King Tournament

Begins on Friday evening with dinner and the auction; boats are auctioned off to bidders believing a certain boat will bring in the biggest fish during the derby. Saturday is the day of the derby. Contact Anchor Point Chamber at 235-2600 for more information.

CORDOVA

4-7 Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival

Annual event to celebrate the spring migration of birds through the Copper River Delta. Events include workshops, guest speakers and field trips. E-mail cchamber@ctcak.net for more information.

DELTA JUNCTION

28-29 Friendly Frontier Days

Frontier-style fun, barbecue, hayrides, contests, music and more. For more information, phone 895-5068.

FAIRBANKS

5-21 "To Kill a Mockingbird"-A Masterpiece of Modern Times

Fairbanks Drama Association presents Harper Lee's classic piece of American theatre. Admission for adults, $18; seniors and students, $14. Located at Riverfront Theatre. Showtimes are Thursday...

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