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SATURDAY, AUG. 30
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.
31st Annual Harvest Fair, 11: a.m.-1:30 p.m., 5669 Montana Creek Road
The Juneau Community Garden Association invites you to attend the 31st annal Harvest Fair!
This event is free and open to the public. The Harvest Fair will include: Live Music, Food, Bake Sale, Farmer’s Market, Children’s Games, Juried Produce, Flower Exhibits. Exhibit entries accepted from 9-10:30 a.m. For more information visit www.juneaucommunitygarden.org.
Drop-in Chess, 1-3 p.m., Downtown Library – Large Meeting Room
Join the Juneau Public Libraries and the Alaska Chess Club for drop-in chess. Come learn and play for fun. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Chess sets provided. Check our Alaska Chess Club on Facebook or Instagram. Contact info@alaskachessclub.org.
Immersive Sound Journey, 4-5 p.m., Auke Bay Yoga, 11798 Glacier Highway
Come join Kristin Mabry for an immersive sound journey. As the season begins to change and our focus shifts to prepare for fall, we’ll use sounds, vibrations, and breath to open us up to new perspectives on transitions. Ticket information: aukebayyoga.com.
Overeaters Anonymous, 10 a.m. via Zoom, 10 a.m. at the Pioneer Home in Ketchikan
A fellowship of men and women who, through shared experience, strength and hope, are recovering from compulsive food behaviors. Meets twice a week in Juneau: Saturday 10 a.m. via Zoom and Thursday at 12 p.m. in person at Holy Trinity church library (325 Gold St.), and in Ketchikan: Saturday 10 a.m. at the Pioneer Home. Go to www.oa-southeastalaska.org or the worldwide website at www.oa.org.
WASH YOUR HANDS!, 8-10 p.m., The Alaskan Hotel & Bar, 167 S Franklin St.
The Alaskan Hotel & Bar hosts a night of live music featuring indie folk-punk trio Wash Your Hands, gritty rockers King Rooster and the Junkheads, and indie folk band The Boomers! $10 cover. Wash Your Hands holds hands with discomfort; full embrace of thoughts paranormal and alien and altogether human; eye contact with the ghosts that hide under your bed and in your closet; seeking fresh skin. Contact: @alaskanhotelbar on Instagram.
SUNDAY, AUG. 31
Artists of All Nations, 1-5 p.m., Juneau Arts & Humanities Council, 350 Whittier St.
Artists of All Nations is a free open studio opportunity in the Main Hall at the JACC from 1-5 p.m., usually on the last Sunday of the month. Come enjoy working together on your art!
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
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.
Downtown 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.
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.
MONDAY, SEPT. 1
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.
Adult Dance: Tap (All levels), 5:30-6:30 p.m., Juneau Dance Theater — Lemon Creek Studio
JDT’s adult dance program welcomes all skill levels! Monday: 5:30-6:30 — Tap (all levels) with Kelsey/Alisha; 6:30-7:30 — Contemporary with Debbie. Register for a class, drop in to try it out, or get a punch card. For more information visit juneaudance.org. Contact 907-463-5327.
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/.
Widows & Widowers Garden Support Group, 6-8 p.m., 3041 Clinton Dr., Juneau
This event is for supporting widows and widowers as they navigate the garden of life as a widow or widower. “We are all living in the garden of life!” A survey is required. Please use the link, scan the QR code on the flyer, or call 907-723-1917. Contact Diane Kyser, 907-789-3133.
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.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 2
Preschool Open Gym at Mt Jumbo, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Mt Jumbo Gym, 909 4th St., Douglas
$5 per child. Turf for Tots passes accepted. No charge for parents/guardians. Closed on holidays. Contact 907-586-5226.
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, SEPT. 3
Preschool Open Gym at Mt Jumbo, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Mt Jumbo Gym, 909 4th St., Douglas
$5 per child. Turf for Tots passes accepted. No charge for parents/guardians. Closed on holidays. Contact 907-586-5226.
Coffee Tea and Chat for Patients & Family, 10-11 a.m. Bartlett Hospital cafeteria
Story style conversations to connect the community with BRH to improve care. For more information visit www.bartletthospital.org or contact Rhonda Ward 907-796-8918.
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.
Juneau Parkinson’s Support Group, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Riverview Senior Living at Living at 3041 Clinton Dr. in Juneau, First Floor Living Room
The Juneau Parkinson’s Support Group was established to provide support, education, activities, and camaraderie for people affected by Parkinson’s. Our meetings will be held in Juneau on the fourth Wednesday of each month and will be available for those in surrounding communities of Southeast Alaska to join virtually. Family members, care partners, and friends are welcome. Visit https://www.facebook.com/SouthEastAlaskaRegionalHealthConsortium/. Contact Elizabeth Torres, etorres@searhc.org, 907-463-0245 or Ashley Johnston, ashleyj@searhc.org, 907-463-0240.
Pickleball at FDG, 12:30-3:30 p.m., Floyd Dryden Gym
All levels welcome. Equipment provided. Mondays/Wednesdays/Thursdays. For more information visit juneauparks.org. Contact parks.rec@juneau.gov or 907-586-5226.
Multi-strand beaded bracelet, 5:30-7 p.m., 418 Harris St., #315, use 5th Street entrance
Many different possibilities, mulit-strand beaded bracelet with SS clasp. $25 all materials included, RSVP to Shawn, https://facebook.com/Wat3rcolorNut. Contact Shawn at 907-321-5414.
Adult Dance: Ballet, 6-7:15 p.m. Juneau Dance Theater — Lemon Creek Studio
JDT’s adult dance program welcomes all skill levels. 6-7:15 p.m. Ballet with Debbie/Jamie; 7:15-8:15 p.m. Commercial Jazz with Hali. Register for a class, drop in to try it out, or get a punch card. For more information visit juneaudance.org. Contact 907-463-5327.
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