August 2004 calendar of events.

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ANCHORAGE

13-22 Anchorage Silver Salmon Derby

Catch the big one at Ship Creek in downtown Anchorage. For information, call 276-6472.

14 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.

14 Meet the World at the Museum

This colorful celebration will showcase music and dance performances, art, crafts, games and food from the many cultural groups that call Anchorage home. Admission to the event is free. Located on the lawn at the corner of C Street and Seventh Avenue, adjacent to the Anchorage Museum of History and Art, from noon to 5 p.m. For more information, visit anchoragemuseum.org or call 343-4326.

15 Humpy's Marathon

Beautiful scenery will stimulate the senses and take away one's worries of physical exertion. Marathoner's biggest concern may be running into a moose. The four races start and finish at Westchester Lagoon, conducted entirely on the municipal bike paths. Contact 345-4004 for more information.

Denali National Park

6-8 Natural Cycles: Predators, Prey and Habitat

Predators, prey and habitat are interwoven in subtle and surprising ways. Each plays a complex role in shaping the others' population, behavior and even physiology. Join wildlife biologist Vic Van Ballenberghe, at Denali National Park, as he examines the dynamic relationship between Denali's bears, wolves, moose, caribou and sheep, and the strong influences of their habitat. The Denali Institute held in Denali National Park sponsors seminars. Cost for class is $290. For more information or to register, call 683-1269 or toll-free, 866-688-1269. Group size limited to 12 people.

13-15 Bears of Denali

Join biologist Pat Owen and education specialist Maratha Tomeo for this study of one of the most fascinating wildlife species. Spend three days in the field focusing on observation and awareness of bears and bear habitat, combined with group discussion of teaching methods and opportunities. Credit through University of Alaska Fairbanks. The cost for the three-day class is $310. For information or to register, call 683-1269 or toll-free, 866-688-1269.

FAIRBANKS

6-14 Tanana Valley State Fair

Location: 1800 College Rd. Admission: Adults, $8; children 12 and under, $5; children 5 and under are free. The Interior's largest event featuring handicrafts, food, commercial and competitive...