Community calendar for Aug. 9, 2025
Published 9:30 pm Thursday, August 7, 2025
Submissions to this calendar can be sent to editor@juneauempire.com. They should include the date, time, location, short summary of the event, a website and/or social media page for the event if applicable, if an admission fee is required, and contact information. Submissions are not guaranteed of inclusion and may be edited for length or content. The calendar is also published in the print editions of the Juneau Empire, and submissions for those should be received by 9 a.m. Monday for Wednesday’s paper and 9 a.m. Thursday for Saturday’s paper.
SATURDAY, AUG. 9
Second Saturday Markets, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Mendenhall Mall, 9105 Mendenhall Mall Road
Contact 907-713-7011 for more information.
Back To School Garden Party with Zach Gordon and JAMHI, 3-6 p.m., Zach Gordon Youth Center, 396 Whittier St.
Join JAMHI Health & Wellness Inc. at the Zach Gordon Youth Center for a Back to School Celebration featuring hands-on gardening activities, BBQ for kids and families, live music from DJ Aicardi and the annual backpack giveaway (while supplies last). Come play, plant and party with us! Email jamhi.info@gmail.com for more info.
Windsong Musik Open House, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mendenhall Mall
Music, fun and free gifts at our two-year open house. Balloons, snacks, giveaways, instrument petting zoo. Drop in or sign up to let us know you are coming. For more information visit https://www.windsongmusik.com/events. Contact: 407-433-4408.
Saturday Staying Alive Al-Anon Family Group, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Zoom.
Support, strength, and hope for families and friends of alcoholics. Group meets weekly on Zoom. For more information and to get the Zoom link, call 907-957-1990 or visit https://al-anon-ak.org.
SUNDAY, AUG. 10
Sundays with the Juneau Symphony, 1-2 p.m., Weekly on KRNN
Sundays with the Juneau Symphony is the place for your local connection to classical music. Each week features episodes with new performances, musician interviews, and an ongoing spotlight (https://www.juneauempire.com/spotlight/) on the local music scene. Free. juneausymphony.org Contact Charlotte Truitt 907-586-4676 or info@juneausymphony.org.
International Folk Dance, 4 p.m.-5:45 p.m., Alaska Club Downtown, 641 W. Willoughby Ave.
Dancers of all ages and skill levels. Program is a mix of teaching and requests of dances from around the world. No partners are required. Every Sunday. Free. Contact Bruce Botelho at 907-723-9999 or brucembotelho@gmail.com.
Traditional Celtic Music Session, 3:30-5:30 p.m., TK Maguire’s, 375 Whittier St.
You are invited to play or listen to traditional celtic music played on acoustic instruments — fiddle, flute, bodhran, tenor banjo, mandolin, guitar, etc., sessions follow the traditional etiquette for Irish music sessions. Sessions are held in the TK Maguire’s bar. Free to the public! For more information contact Tony Yorba at 907-209-9946, email at avyorba1954@gmail.com.
Dowtown Martial Arts Class, 4-6 p.m., Raven Yoga Shala, 418 Harris St.
Our Tang Soo Do class combines traditional Karate training with open-ended flow drills that will improve your health and sense of well-being. All students ages 10-80 are welcome. $40/month. Instructor is Master Stuart Cohen, 4th Dan, with 40 years experience in martial arts. http://www.koreankarateclub.com/ Stuart Cohen, 907-723-1821, invworld@alaska.net.
MONDAY, AUG. 11
Juneau School District teacher Inservice training, 8 a.m., Thunder Mountain Middle School
More than three members of the Juneau School District Board of Education may be participating.
Senior Sing Along with Jacque, 11 a.m.-noon, Juneau Senior Center 895 W. 12th Street
Stop into the Senior Center each Monday at 11 a.m. for a piano sing-along with Jacque. Free senior lunch afterward, starting at 11:45 a.m. $5 suggested donation. Contact: JSCOutreach@ccsak.org.
Free lunches for seniors, 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Juneau Senior Center 895 W. 12th Street
The Juneau Senior Center offers free lunches to seniors each week, Monday through Thursday. Call 907-463-6175 to ensure a meal for each senior. Visit https://www.facebook.com/JuneauSeniorCenter/ https://www.ccsak.org/juneau.html.
Introduction to Climbing Clinic, 6 p.m.- 8 p.m., Rock Dump Indoor Climbing Gym, 1310 Eastaugh Way.
Learn the fundamentals of climbing movement and technique. Whether you’re just starting or want to sharpen skills, this weekly session is the perfect way to build confidence on the wall. $40 for non-members, $20 for members. The cost of instruction covers rentals and day pass fees. Pay at the front desk. Contact: maeve@rockdump.com.
Juneau Makerspace Open Studio, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Juneau Makerspace, 3915 N Douglas Highway
Tour the facilities, get new member orientations, and work on your own projects, including ceramics, woodworking, sewing, painting, print making, electronics, cooking, and much more. Open to all skill levels for no fee every Monday evening. Join as a member for 24-hour access. For more information, visit juneaumakerspace.org.
Dhyana (meditation) Practice, 5:30-6:15 p.m., The Raven Shala 418 Harris St. Studio #320
A 30-minute meditation practice designed to cultivate mindfulness on and off the mat. We will create space in our inner world to help us embrace life’s challenges with a calm mind and open heart. No previous meditation experience necessary. Class will begin guided, then move through a bout of silence, and end with a sound bath. Light music will be played during meditation. No tickets required, just show up and pay cash or Venmo. Contact Cassandra Jostes at 812-322-9692. For more information, visit https://www.ashtangayogajuneau.com/.
TUESDAY, AUG. 12
Music with Tom Locher, 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Juneau Senior Center, 895 W. 12th Street
Come enjoy a free senior lunch and listen to some lovely piano music, provided by the incredible Tom Locher! Event info: https://www.ccsak.org/. Contact: Stephanie Duscher, 907-463-6179, JSCOutreach@ccsak.org.
Art for Self Care, 5:30-7 p.m., 418 Harris St #315, Articorp Building
These are groups designed to promote self care using a variety of art activities. For adults to help relieve anxiety, depression and stress especially during the winter months.
Beginning and Advanced ESL Classes, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Mendenhall Valley Public Library
Beginning ESL classes offered from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Advanced ESL classes offered from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Both classes are completely free.
Jazz Jam, 8-11 p.m., Crystal Saloon
Open jazz jam. Free entry. Bring your instrument and join Juneau’s jazz musicians onstage at The Crystal Saloon.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 13
Senior Chair Yoga, 11-11:30 a.m., Juneau Senior Center, 895 W. 12th Street
Low-impact yoga, led by volunteer instructors each Wednesday. Free to anyone 60 and above. Suggested donation $5. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/JuneauSeniorCenter or contact JSCOutreach@ccsak.org.
