Anchorage Daily News

TODAY

COMMUNITY

Knitting events, Two socks on two circular needles for $25, 9:30 a.m.; design and knit a sock for $40, 6:30 p.m.; knit a felted backpack for $30, 7 p.m., Fantastic Fibers, 1035 S. Cobb St., Palmer. Call for other dates. (745-7295)

THURSDAY

COMMUNITY

Thanksgiving Vegetarian Feast and Celebration, 2-4 p.m. Nov. 27, United Protestant Church, 713 S. Denali St., Palmer. Participate in a plant-based Thanksgiving potluck with all the trimmings. Features music and an Alaska video. Reservations required. $3 with a dish, $8 without. (373-1526, www.alaskaveg.org)

ON THE TOWN

Open Mic, 7 p.m., LoonAttic, 2061 E. Palmer-Wasilla Highway. Play on a big deck with a fire overlooking the lake. Equipment provided; bring your own instrument. No restrictions. Sing, rap, recite poetry, do comedy, play instrumental. Free. (376-2818)

FRIDAY

COMMUNITY

Library activities for kids: Lapsit, 10:15-10:35 a.m; short stories, songs and lots of repetition for children 3 and younger and their caregivers. Preschool story time, 11:15-11:45 a.m. and 1:15-1:45 p.m.; stories, fingerplays and songs for children 3-5 and their caregivers. Chugiak-Eagle River Library, 12400 Old Glenn Highway. Free. (694-2500, www.anch-oragelibrary.org)

Junior Naturalist Bird Treat Program, 1 p.m., Eagle River Nature Center, Eagle River Loop Road Learn how to make winter treats for birds. Suet and bird cookies are a treat for our feathered friends. Help us put them up on the trees around the Nature Center or take them home to hang in your backyard. For kids from K-6 grades. Free. (694-2108, www.ernc.org)

ON THE TOWN

"A Christmas Story," 8 p.m., Valley Performing Arts, 251 W. Swanson Ave., Wasilla. Follow 9-year-old Ralphie Parker on his quest to get a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. Performances are at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 21. $17 adults, $15 students and seniors. (373-0195)

SATURDAY

COMMUNITY

Holiday Gift Fair, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Camp Challenge Conference and Retreat Center, 7180 E. Twin Lakes Dr. A variety of Alaskan vendors, live music and Alaskan author Larry Kanuit. Sign up to win a prize pack and other prizes each hour. Free. (745-3731, www.CampChallengeMinistries.com)

Guided Hike, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Eagle River Nature Center, Eagle River Loop Road. A guided 6.5 mile hike. Bring a daypack with food, layered clothing and water. Snowshoes or ice cleats may be needed. Call for trail conditions. Free . (694-2108, www.ernc.org)

Linda Thompson book tour, 1 p.m., Pandemonium Booksellers and Cafe, 1325 E. Palmer Wasilla Highway. Thompson will sign copies of her book "Erik's Story."

Junior Naturalist Squirrel Program, 2 p.m., Eagle River Nature Center, Eagle River Loop Road. Learn how squirrels stash food and stay alive in winter . Registration required. For kids grades K-6. Free. (694-2108, www.ernc.org)

SUNDAY

COMMUNITY

Avalanche Rescue Workshop, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Hatcher Pass. This is an intensive workshop geared towards backcountry enthusiasts. Topics include transceiver use, rescue scenarios, probing, leadership and communication skills. $100. (345-0878, www.alaskaavalanche.com)

Beginning Knitting, 1-4 p.m., Crossroads Center, 3020 N. Lazy Eight Court #15. Learn to knit for the next three Sunday's. Supplies provided. $50. (373-5717, www.valleysock.com)

Coping with Cold Weather Injuries, 2 p.m., Eagle River Nature Center, Eagle River Loop Road. Wilderness safety educator Deb Ajango will discuss common cold-weather injuries, including prevention and assessment. The program is free, parking is $5 for non-members. (694-2108, www.ernc.org)

MONDAY

COMMUNITY

Valley Fine Arts Association Paint Togethers, 4-8 p.m., Mat-Su College, Room 212. Meets every first and third Monday in the art room on the second floor. Free. (376-6556, www.valleyfineartsassociation.com)

TUESDAY

COMMUNITY

Lopi Sweater, 6:30 p.m., Fantastic Fibers, 1035 S. Cobb St., Palmer. $40. 745-7295) p.m.

COMING UP

Wasilla Community Holiday Celebration, 3-5 p.m. Dec. 6, 323 N. Main St.. The City of Wasilla and the Dorothy G. Page Museum invite the community to participate in hay rides, holiday entertainment, tree lighting and refreshments. Those interested in participating in the gingerbread house contest must have their entry to the museum no later than 4 p.m. Dec. 5. Contact the museum for entry forms and rules. (373-9071, www.cityofwasilla.com/museum)

Like 2 Spike volleyball tournament, 9 a.m. Jan. 3, AT&T Sports Complex off the Palmer-Wasilla Highway. Open to women of any age and skill level, this tournament includes morning pool play and afternoon bracket play. Players get their money's worth during this long day of volleyball. Submit your team name and contact info by Dec. 1. Team fee is $175, or about $25 per person. (Jayme DeHart, 841-5765)

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