The Greater Palmer Chamber of Commerce, noon-1 p.m., Palmer Moose Lodge, 1136 S. Cobb St. A weekly lunch for local business people to provide networking opportunities and update the local business community on what is occurring within the Palmer area. $7-$4 for lunch, $4 meeting fee. (745-2880, www.palmerchamber.org)
Medicare Part D Open Enrollment, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday for walk-ins. Tuesday and Thursday by appointment only, Mat-Su Senior Services, 1132 S. Chugach St., Palmer. Call ahead to see what is needed or to schedule an appointment. (745-5454, www.palmerseniors.com)
Walk-in Flu Shot Clinic, 9 a.m.-noon, Mat-Su VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic, 865 N. Seward Meridian Parkway, Wasilla. For Veterans eligible for VA health care services. (631-3100)
"Strong Seniors" Program, 10-11 a.m., Wasilla Area Senior Campus, 1301 S. Century Circle. Seniors, work out with your friends every Monday and Wednesday at the Club50 Fitness Center. $5 for 8 weeks. (376-3104)
Grocery Shopping Days, 1 p.m., Mat-Su Senior Services, 1132 S. Chugach St., Palmer. Transportation is provided to local Mat-Su area grocery stores and shopping centers every Wednesday and Friday. Participants must be age 60 or older or be assisting a senior. (745-5454, www.palmerseniors.com)
THURSDAY
Bible Study Class, 10:15-11:15 a.m., Mat-Su Senior Services, 1132 S. Chugach St., Palmer. (745-5454, www.palmerseniors.com)
Bingo, 1-3:30 p.m., Mat-Su Senior Services, 1132 S. Chugach St., Palmer. $0.25 cents per card. (745-5454, www.palmerseniors.com)
FRIDAY
Santa's Workshop, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Sunday, 290 N. Yenlo, Meta Rose Square Clock Tower. 30 days of bazaar shopping featuring handmade honey, soy bath and body products, soy candles, wood carvings, diamond willow, blankets, knitting, jewelry and more. (841-7385)
Computers for the Complete Beginner, 1-4 p.m., Mat-Su College, E. College Drive. An introduction to using a personal computer. Designed for people with no previous computer knowledge. Includes an overview of word-processing, spreadsheets, data management, using e-mail, and searching the Internet. Call to register. $95. (745-9746, www.matsu.alaska.edu)
A Christmas Carol, 8 p.m., Valley Performing Arts, 251 W. Swanson Ave. This version of the classic story goes beyond other adaptations with a unique dramatic concept: At the opening curtain, Charles Dickens himself is introduced to the audience and soon is weaving in and out of the action, observing and performing small roles. $17-$19. (373-0195, www.valleyperformingarts.org)
Against the Grain, 10 p.m.-2 a.m. every Friday and Saturday through the month of November, The Mug Shot Saloon, 251 W. Parks Highway, Wasilla. Hard driving rock classics and good ol' fashioned country makes this a band not to be missed. (www.againstthegrainak.com)
SATURDAY
Alaska Dogs Gone Wild's Great Alaska Barkout Flyball Tourney, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Valley Canine Camp & Training Center, 2521 E. Mountain Village Drive. A fast-paced and exciting sport with teams of four dogs competing in head-to-head relay races. Dogs of all varieties and sizes will be competing. Free. (www.flyballdogs.com/alaska)
SUNDAY
Christmas for Hand Bells, 2-4 p.m., Palmer Public Library, 655 S. Valley Way. The hand bell choir from the United Protestant Church of Palmer will perform Christmas favorites. Free. (745-4690, www.cityofpalmer.org/library)
MONDAY
Blood Pressure Checks, 10-11:30 a.m., Mat-Su Senior Services, 1132 S. Chugach St., Palmer. A nurse volunteer will take blood pressure every Monday. (745-5454, www.palmerseniors.com)
Living Well Alaska: Diabetes Self-Management Program, 1-4 p.m. Mondays through Dec. 19, Mat-Su Regional Hospital, 2500 S. Woodworth Loop. A workshop for people with diabetes. Topics include managing symptoms, setting goals and solving problems, dealing with emotions, eating well, exercise and more. Free. (745-3360, www.uaf.edu/ces/districts/matsu)
Brain Fitness, 1 p.m., Mat-Su Senior Services, 1132 S. Chugach St. The Alzheimer's Disease Resource Agency will be giving Brain Fitness classes on the last Monday of every month. (745-5454, www.palmerseniors.com)
Auditions For The Wizard Of Oz, 4 p.m., Valley Performing Arts, 251 W. Swanson Ave. Director Larry Bottjen is holding youth auditions for the musical. Check the website for specific positions and audition requests and also other audition dates. (373-0195, www.valleyperformingarts.org)
Mat-Su Concert Band Practice, 7-9 p.m., Wasilla High School, 701 E. Bogard Road. New players are welcome to join the largest music ensemble in Mat-Su. (360-0628)
TUESDAY
Game Day, 1-3 p.m., Mat-Su Senior Services, 1132 S. Chugach St., Palmer. An afternoon of board, card and dice games. (745-5454, www.palmerseniors.com)
Exercise Class, 7 p.m., Mat-Su Senior Services, 1132 S. Chugach St., Palmer. (745-5454, www.palmerseniors.com)
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