January events calendar.

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4-6 Town Square Ice Rink

Town Square has been transformed into an ice rink, offering free skating for the community on Friday and Saturday evenings from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

11 America Live in Concert

America is an English-American folk rock band, originally composed of members Gerry Beckley, Dewey Bunnell and Dan Peek. The three members were barely past their teenage years when they became an overnight musical sensation in 1972; they reached a peak in popularity in the early to mid-1970s and early 1980s. Among the band's best known songs are "A Horse with No Name," "Sister Golden Hair," "Ventura Highway" and "Tin Man." Located at the Atwood Concert Hall, begins at 8 p.m.

12 Out of the Box Series-Alaska Dance Theatre Musicians

Enjoy live music at Alice Bassler Sullivan Theatre, 7 p.m. Cost is $10. For more information, phone 907-277-9591 or visit www. alaskadancetheatre.org.

12 Scared Scriptless Comedy Improv

Features improvised scenes based on audience suggestions. For mature audiences only. Cost is $7 at the door. Showtime is 8 p.m. at Wild Berry Theater. Call 907-562-8858 or visit www.scared scriptless.com.

16-17 African Footprints

Tells the vibrant and diverse history of South Africa through a breathtaking blend of Afro- and Euro-centric music and dance. A cast of 30 energetic performers has created a show so exciting and entertaining that critics have dubbed the show, "The Riverdance of South Africa." Located at Atwood Concert Hall, begins at 7:30 p.m.

24-27 Out of the Box Series. Bridgman/Packer Dance

Two dance/video artists, percussionist Glen Velez and cellist/singer Robert Edan, perform four shows only. Located at Alice Bassler Sullivan Theatre, 7 p.m. For more information, phone 907-277-9591 or visit www.alaskadancetheatre.org.

31-2/2 Moscow Circus

A thrilling production that combines drama, cultural history and exciting entertainment created by some of the greatest circus performers on earth. The fun begins with a lobby filled with Russian folk musicians, clowns, costumed performers and dancers.

Alaska Center for the Performing Arts. Thursday, Jan. 31 to Saturday, Feb. 2, 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday matinee, 2 p.m. For more information, phone 907-263-ARTS or visit www.anchorageconcerts.org.

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19 Anchor Point Awards Banquet

Awards for Business of the Year, Employee of the Year, Citizen of the Year, Senior Citizen of the Year, Youth of the Year and the Golden Deed Award. Time and place to be...