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ANCHORAGE

8 Wild Salmon on Parade Fish Fry and Buy

Be a part of the fun as each Wild Salmon on Parade sculpture that was displayed in downtown Anchorage during 2006 will be offered in the live auction. There is also a silent auction throughout the evening. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Located at Sheraton Anchorage Hotel, beginning at 5:30 p.m. For more information, phone 777-7248 or visit www.wildsalmononparade.com/auction.htm.

9 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.scaredcriptless.com.

15-17 Alaska Airlines Autumn Classics

A remarkable international cast of musicians performing a variety of classical chamber music. Located at Grant Hall, Alaska Pacific University. Presented by Sitka Musical Festival. Showtimes are Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 4 p.m. For more information, phone 277-4852.

16 49th Annual Gold Pan Awards

The Gold Pan Awards are given to individuals, companies and groups who work to grow Anchorage into a better city. Located at Sheraton Anchorage Hotel, sponsored by Anchorage Chamber of Commerce. Begins at 6:30 p.m. For more information, phone 272-2401 or visit www.anchoragechamber.org.

16 Poncho Sanchez

Grammy winner Poncho Sanchez, with his congas and seasoned ensemble, masterfully weave Afro-Cuban beats with blues, funk and soul, blending clave-driven Latin workouts and supple R&B grooves. Located at the Alaska Center for Performing Arts. Show begins at 7:30 p.m. For more information, phone 272-1471.

23 American Brass Quintet

Termed "positively breathtaking" by the New York Times, and "of all the brass quintets, this country's most distinguished" by the American Record Guide, the American Brass Quintet remains devoted to brass chamber music throughout its 43 years. Located at the Alaska Center for Performing Arts. Show begins at 7:30 p.m. For more information, phone 272-1471 or visit www.anchorageconcerts.org.

26 Alaska Airlines--Buy Alaska Procurement

Alaska Airlines is working with Buy Alaska and the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (programs of the UAA Small Business Development Center) to coordinate supplier opportunities for Alaska businesses. Any business can come and learn more about opportunities to sell to Alaska Airlines. Procurement staff will be available in Anchorage to talk with individual businesses...