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Anchorage-born flutist Tabatha Easley, now playing professionally and teaching at Virginia Commonwealth University, will return to her hometown for a recital at 4 p.m. on Sunday at First Congregational Church, 2610 E. Northern Lights Blvd.
Who needs national music festivals like Lollapalooza or Ozzfest? Alaska has its own good thing going with the return of Summer Meltdown. The local rock event started in 2004, and it is now hosting more national acts, while still showcasing local talent.
Download a map (right-click, save target as) of galleries and venues that regularly participate in First Friday, print out a list of this month's events and you're set for a evening of culture.
REVIEW
'Dead Terrorist' enlivens Anchorage fans
When Jeff Dunham performed at Anchorage's Egan Center in 1993, tickets cost less than $20 and 900 curious comedy fans showed up to see the young ventriloquist. Friday night more than 6000 people filled Sullivan Arena to near capacity for his latest visit to the state. Top tickets ran $43.