Karl Denson performs March 22-23 at Alice’s

Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe performs in two shows at 9 p.m. Friday, March 22, and Saturday, March 23 at Alice’s Champagne Palace.

The touring saxophonist for The Rolling Stones, Denson is joined on his tour by guitarist DJ Williams, drummer Zak Najor, and bassist Chris Stillwell.

He will also be performing with keyboardist David Veith, trumpeter Chris Littlefield and slide/lap steel guitarist Seth Freeman.

Touted as “one of the best live acts on the planet,” Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe released its latest album in February, “Gnomes and Badgers,” and is on tour to promote its new work.

KDTU incorporates elements of vintage rock, old-school soul and classic funk.

Tickets are $80 each, on sale at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/karl-densons-tiny-universe-saturday-tickets-55543123979.

For more information and music samples, visit https://karldenson.com.

Ptarmigan Arts seeks art for book show

Ptramigan Artist Co-Op invites all artists to submit entries for their April 2019 Back Room Gallery show, “By the Book.”

This is a challenge to honor the written word with some kind of homage to books.

Create a book, use a book as your medium, or create a celebration of your favorite author, book, or the joys of reading.

A few possibilities could include a painting or sculpture honoring your favorite author or book, a book made from scratch, or a deconstructed book collaged and painted or drawn on.

There are endless possibilities for folding pages of a book to create various designs.

Show Homer your creativity and send us your best work.

The show is open to all; however, notification to participate is appreciated.

Submit your work at the gallery on April 1, 2, or 3 during regular business hours from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

All work must be for sale.

Please call or text Jean Steele at 907-399-2466 for all inquiries, or email her at jean.m.steele@gmail.com.