May events calendar.

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ANCHORAGE

2 An Evening with David Sedaris

The acclaimed author of the best-selling books "Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim," and "Me Talk Pretty One Day" and a regular contributor to National Public Radio, visits Anchorage for an evening of engaging recollections and readings. 8 p.m. at the Alaska Center for Performing Arts. For more information, phone 263-ARTS or visit www.jamtheatricals.com.

4 2007 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.

Begins at the west end of the Delaney Park Strip at 5:30 p.m. For more information, phone 276-4118 or visit www.alaskacharitywalk.org.

4-5 Folklorico de Veracruz Ballet

This outstanding company has delighted audiences from Europe to Indonesia. Now under direction of veteran dancer Hugo Betancourt, "Quetzalli" has grown to be one of the most popular folklorico companies touring out of Mexico. 7:30 p.m. at the Alaska Center for Performing Arts. For more information, phone 263-ARTS.

12 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.

12-13 Saturday and Sunday Market/Festival

Alaska's largest open-air market with a variety of goods, including fresh Alaska-grown produce and seafood, spectacular works of art and more. Every week experience eclectic blends of musicians, multicultural and Alaskan indigenous performances. Located at the corner of Third Avenue and E Street, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, phone 272-5634 or visit www.anchoragemarkets.com.

20 Alaska Women's Gold Nugget Triathlon

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

CORDOVA

3-6 Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival

Annual event to celebrate the spring migration of birds through the Copper River Delta. Events to include workshops, guest speakers and field trips. For more information, e-mail visitcordova@ak.net.

DOUGLAS

23-6/10 Equus

You love him. You hate him. You run away. But he will never leave you alone. One of the most haunting stories ever told. This Tony award-winning drama explores a...