November’s First Friday: Here’s what to see
Published 11:45 am Thursday, November 6, 2025
Juneau Arts & Humanities Council announced a preview of community events on First Friday. Here’s what there is to see on Nov. 7.
ÁAK’W VILLAGE DISTRICT, MAIN ST, GLACIER AVE
Juneau Arts & Humanities Council: Johanna Griggs
350 Whittier Street, Juneau Arts & Culture Center
4:00-7:00 PM
The Juneau Arts & Humanities Council presents a new solo exhibit, “Landscapes of Southeast Alaska” by Johanna Griggs. This exhibit emphasizes the details that go unnoticed in Southeast. This collection of large-scale pieces envelopes the awe-inspiring intricacies that can be found in Juneau and the areas surrounding.
Alaska State Museum: Golga Oscar | “Continuing My Grandmother’s Legacy”
395 Whittier St
4:30-7:00 PM
In “Continuing My Grandmother’s Legacy” Oscar takes self-portraits Wearing parkas, mukluks, and masks from the Museum’s collection. Oscar uses photography to show “the concept of two worlds, Indigenous and Western identity, which tells a story about my art career and how it saved me despite Western influences.”
“Continuing My Grandmother’s Legacy” opens Friday, November 7, 4:30 – 7:00 pm. Oscar will give a talk about his work following the opening, starting at 7:00 pm in the APK Lecture Hall. Both events are free. The exhibit runs through January 10, 2026.
Friends of the State Library Archives and Museum: MUSIC IN THE ATRIUM
395 Whittier St
5:00-6:00 PM
Pianist Doug Badilla will be performing in the atrium from 5:00 to 6:00 pm on First Friday. Doug will be playing classic Motown hits from the 70’s with longtime musician friend and vocalist Larry Cooper. Doug studied music at Seattle Pacific University and Central Washington University. He is a teacher here in Juneau and has performed in several venues including Folk Fest.
Juneau Education Association
201 Main St,
4:00-6:00 PM
Come support Juneau educators on First Friday! Join us at the NEA office for baked goods, warm drinks, and kids activities. Pick up signs, swag, and talking points to advocate for local educators. Learn more about your local educators and how you can support them in ongoing contract negotiations!
Link to JEA’s website: https://yourjea.org/
Juneau-Douglas City Museum showcases
114 West 4th St
4:30-7:00 PM
“Unleashed: Paintings & Poems Exploring the Dog Culture of Juneau and Douglas” featuring Artist Elise Tomlinson and Poet Emily Wall
Unleashed explores how dogs create a sense of joy and safety for women who walk them, and how they connect dog owners to the rich and diverse community of local dog people with a special focus on Sandy Beach and historic Treadwell trails. Communities of Douglas and Juneau are invited to bring a small piece of work to contribute to a collage that will be created and displayed as part of this month-long show.
“A Stitch in Time”: Embroidery by Kirsa Hughes-Skandijs
October 31st – December 20th, 2025
Opening Reception: First Saturday, November 8th 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.
A Stitch in Time is a fiber art exhibition of embroidery pieces depicting a broad array of the everyday sights of our city’s streets juxtaposed with the natural sights of our shores and trails. The exhibition aims to examine our local surroundings and the “footprints” we leave on the timeless rainforest that offers refuge to humans and pets.
Marie Drake Planetarium: Explore the Universe
1014 Glacier Avenue
5:30-7:00 PM
Join us to experience our 30 foot dome. We will show some short fulldome movies and explore the universe based on audience interests. Have your astronomy questions answered. This is a good opportunity to check out the planetarium. Stop by for as long as you want. Suitable for all ages. Bring a pillow if you would like to lie on the floor. Yoga mats provided.
HISTORIC MERCHANT’S WHARF
Hearthside Books: Jonas Lamb, Poet!
2 Marine Way, Ste. 119 B
4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Join Hearthside Staff with Jonas Lamb for his poetry collection, ”What Turtle Blood Tastes Like”.
SEWARD & FRONT STREET
Alaska State Ombudsman: November Food Drive
130 Seward Street
4:30 PM-6:30 PM
The Alaska State Ombudsman’s Juneau office is collecting non-perishable food items to donate to the Southeast Alaska Food Bank from November 1-26. We will also be collecting non-perishable food items on November 7 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. during the First Friday event in the lobby of the Goldstein building.
Annie Kaill’s Gallery: Barbara Lavallee, visual artist and illustrator. Alice Tersteeg, Visual Artist. Kelsey Fagan of Elevate Art Studio, Visual Artist.
124 Seward St
4:30-7:30 PM
Continuing our 50th year celebrations featuring three Alaskan artists that have gotten us where we are today. Barbara Lavallee, Alice Tersteeg and Kelsey Fagan.
See the art, meet the artists, enjoy some live music.
Rookery Café: Jacob Higgins
111 Seward St
4:30-7:00 PM
The Rookery Café will feature local artist, Jacob Higgins and his current oil paintings inspired by the spectacle of nature and all its curiosities.
BEAST is an oil painting exhibit featuring a variety of creatures within the realms of their natural habitats. You will see prehistoric beasts, camouflage bugs, and things that lurk in the dark.
The Pottery Jungle: James Squires, Ceramicist
223 Seward St
4:30-8:00 PM
The Pottery Jungle will feature studio member James Squires and his body of work “the Joy of Pottery”.
Originally from Michigan, James was lucky enough to be introduced to pottery in high school, which has since become a lifelong passion. After a little bit of time in the military and many years away from the wheel, James is enjoying getting back into the rhythm of making and letting his creativity take shape. Now living in Juneau, James creates functional and decorative handmade pottery that reflects this joy.
NORTH & SOUTH FRANKLIN STREET
Alaska Robotics Gallery: Lanie McCarry
134 N. Franklin St
4:30-8:00 PM
And now for something completely different! Lanie McCarry has tossed her paint brushes aside and dusted off her iPad for a show all about comics. From a childhood love of newspaper funnies, Archie, and Sonic, to a deep dive into manga like DragonBall, No Need For Tenchi, and Ranma 1/2 (plus many more), Lanie’s passion runs deep. Her show features 20 original comics—each born from a playful challenge: tell a story in just three panels.
Friends of Telephone Hill: Save Telephone Hill!
Alaskan Bar
167 S Franklin St.
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Friends of Telephone Hill will be hosting a brief talk about historic preservation in the Capital City, along with a synopsis of a 90-minute documentary film that we are offering on the balcony of the Alaskan Bar.
Juneau Artists Gallery: Gene Rawson, Black and White Wildlife Stipple Artist
175 South Franklin St
4:30 PM-7:00 PM
One of our newer artists, Gene Rawson, is the featured Artist of the Month at the Juneau Artists Gallery. Gene is a trained artist with a current interest in the “stipple” art form with a focus on Alaska Wildlife. His black and white works have been popular among locals and visitors alike.
Come meet Gene on our First Friday event November 7th from 4:30 to 7:30 pm. Great treats will be provided.
Find us on the ground floor of the Senate Building, 175 South Franklin Street.
Kindred Post: Fu Bao Hartle
145 S Franklin Street
4:30 PM-7:00 PM
Fu Bao captures the beauty of Alaska through his lens — offering prints, note cards, and 2026 calendars featuring his latest adventures around Southeast. Stop by, say hi, and take home a piece of Alaska seen through his eyes.
Liaise Studio: Christine Carpenter, Elizabeth Jurgeleit, and Hollis Kitchen (Painters)
175 S Franklin Street, Floor 1 1/2
4:30 PM-8:00 PM
Join artists Christine Carpenter, Elizabeth Jurgeleit, and Hollis Kitchin for “StudioMates: Three’s Company” for a casual art show featuring their work! This isn’t a show of new stuff, but a cool retrospective that pulls back the curtain on the art they made while sharing a studio. Come see how these three artists bounced ideas off each other and fueled their creative fires!
Lodestone Library: Bre Andersen
301 3rd St
5:00 PM-7:00 PM
Lodestone Library presents local mixed-media artist Bre Anderson and their drawings and paintings spanning a timeline of trauma, transformation and healing in BOLD COLOR!
Spice Cafe & Gallery
116 North Franklin St
4:00 PM-9:00 PM
NEW WORKS featured by Pua Maunu, Carole Baker, Jane Stokes. Spice Cafe & Gallery will be featuring JAZZ night from 6pm to 8pm by Juneau local musicians Ben, Ceann, Doug and Tom.
The Bear’s Lair: Ariane Goins of Going North Studio
175 S Franklin St
4:30 PM-7:00 PM
Ariane Goins of Going North Studio is creating original hand painted floral and berry themed art that shows each plant in breathtaking details and intricate design. Along with the artist herself, The Lair will have music and snacks to accompany Ariane’s beautiful originals. Come say hello and let’s talk art!
The Mustard Seed, Holy Trinity Episcopal Church: Various Visual Artists
325 Gold Street
4:00 PM-7:00 PM
The Mustard Seed Resale Shop First Friday Art Sale is Friday, Nov. 7, 4-7 pm and Saturday, Nov. 8, 2-4 pm at McPhetres Hall, Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 325 Gold Street downtown. Paintings, prints and other art will be on sale in a First Friday fund-raiser for the church and its community projects. The sale features hors d’oeuvres and live music by Tom Locher. The Mustard Seed shop will also be open, selling collectables such as silver plates, jewelry, cookie jars and household items. Pianist Tom Locher will play.
Juneau Social Dance: A Spooky Social Dance Party DOWNTOWN
Raven Yoga Shala, 418 Harris St Studio #320
Doors Open: 7:00 PM
Lesson: 7:15 PM – 8:00 PM
Social Dancing: 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM (requests welcome, all styles)
Enjoy a structured lesson, followed by open social dancing with requests welcome across all styles, including a special line dance. This month, Andi and Daniel will teach “Partner Dancing to Downtempo Electronica”
Suggested Donation: $5 – $10 at the door (cash, card, or Venmo accepted)
