December 2003 calendar of events.

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ANCHORAGE

1 Messiah Sing

The audience is invited to participate in singing this beloved choral work while the Anchorage Concert Chorus leads from the stage. Pre-concert lecture at 1 p.m., concert at 2 p.m. West High School auditorium. Call 274-7464.

7 Holiday Crafts Fair

At the University of Alaska Anchorage Campus Center. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 786-6068.

7 Holiday Train

Round-trip from Anchorage to Seward. Enjoy a fun-filled day in Seward with events, shopping, food and special activities. Departs at 7 a.m. and returns at 9:30 p.m. Call 265-2494 or (800) 544-0522.

7-8 & 14-15 Swedish Christmas

Guided tours from noon to 4 p.m. Oscar Anderson House Museum. Call 274-2336.

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.

21-28 Enchanted World

Robotic performers in authentic costumes depict customs from around the world. Save $1 on admission by purchasing ticket from Anchorage students. Local schools earn $1 from each ticket sold through their students. Egan Center; 1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. Call 276-2087.

22 Family Holiday Pops

4 p.m. at the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts. Call 274-7464.

25-31 Christmas in Spenard

Wild and zany satire, unique multi-media extravaganza, songs and good music make up this hilarious show. Non-smoking shows on Tuesday and Thursday. Tuesday through Saturday, 8 p.m., Mr. Whitekeys' Fly By Night Club. Call 279-7726.

31 Just Desserts

Entry fee is your favorite dessert. Meet at 11:15 p.m. at the Russian Jack Springs Chalet. Call 343-4474.

31 New Year's Eve Ball

7 p.m. at the Hotel Captain Cook. Call 279-2557.

FAIRBANKS

6 University of Alaska Museum Open House

The University of Alaska Museum welcomes the public to its annual open house and Gatherings North. Visit the museum behind the scenes, meet the curators, ask questions and see demonstrations by Native artists. Activities for kids and fun for the whole family. Free at the University of Alaska Museum, Noon to 5 p.m. Call 474-7505 or visit www.uaf.edu/museum.

7 Family Holiday Celebration Concert

This annual event is a delightful opening to the holiday season, with timeless carols and holiday music performed by the Fairbanks Symphony Orchestra and Choir of the North. The winners of the 13th Annual Concert Competition will perform with the orchestra. There may...