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ANCHORAGE

5.7 Alaska Miners Association Convention and Tradeshow

Located at the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel. Discover more about energizing Alaska's mineral industry. Short course, Nov. 3 to Nov. 4. Technical sessions and Tradeshow, Nov. 5 to Nov. 7, Rock and Mineral Show and Nov. 7 to Nov. 9, both open to the public. For more information or to inquire about booth space, contact Alaska Miners Association at 907-563-9229 or e-mail ama@alaskaminers.org.

7-9 Anchorage Holiday Food and Gift Festival

An old-fashioned holiday bazaar with handcrafted ornaments, baskets, quilts, candles, antiques and collectibles. Enjoy carolers, choirs, brass ensembles, live nativity performances, Santa and fun activities for the kids. Free admission and parking. Friday, noon to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Located at the Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center. For more information, phone 907-272-5634.

8 Alaskan Christmas Bazaar

Features Alaska artists and business owners selling unique and hard-to-find crafts, gift and decorating ideas. Celebrate the holiday season with beautiful, live music, a gourmet espresso stand and delicious food court. Admission is free. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Located at the Anchorage City Church, 1301 W. 100th Avenue. For more information, phone 907-344-2141 or visit www.AlaskanChristmas.com.

8 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.scaredscriptless.com.

8, 12, 14 and 16 Carmen Spend an evening with Spain's most beloved "bad girl." Sung in French with English subtitles. Located at the Alaska Center for Performing Arts. Times to be determined. For more information, e-mail www.anchorageopera.org.

11-20 Arctic Office Products Annual Open House

Stop by for the annual open house. Food, fun, prizes and more. Attend product demos and seminars by manufacturer representatives. Chat with representatives from furniture, supplies, machines and service. Enter drawings to win one of many great prizes, and take advantage of unbelievable open-house specials on your favorite products. 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Located at Arctic Office Products, 100 W. Fireweed Lane, Anchorage, 99503. For more information, phone 907-276-2322.

15 Fifth Annual Jewish Cultural Gala

Featuring Krohn Brothers Orchestra from New York City. Located at Hilton Anchorage Hotel. Individual...