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SATURDAY, SEPT. 27
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.
Turning Pages Book Club, 2-3:30 p.m., Douglas Library Meeting Room
Join us to discuss Matt Haig’s novel “The Midnight Library.” Hosted by JSPC staff. Register online at https://linktr.ee/JSPC. This event is free. Snacks will be provided.
Community Share the Harvest Potluck, 6-8 p.m., Ḵunéix̱ Hídi Northern Light United Church, 400 W. 11th St.
Please join the Juneau Garden Club to celebrate local foods. Bring a dish created with local produce or harvested item to share. Please list ingredients in your dish to help those with allergies be well. Hot and cold beverages will be provided. Please bring your own tableware to spare the landfill. Also bring a non-perishable item for the food bank. For more information: https://juneaugardenclub.com.
Oktoberfest Concert, 7-8:30 p.m., Juneau Arts & Humanities Council, 350 Whittier St.
Taku Winds plays music for Oktoberfest, Brahms “Academic Festival Overture”, waltzes and polkas, and more. Come for some great music, a little bit of dancing, food, drink and fun. Ticketing: https://JAHC.na.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/19218 or at the JACC. Event info: https://www.juneaucommunityband.org/Home. Contact juneaucommunityband@gmail.com.
Saturday Contra Dance, 7:30-10:30 p.m., St. Ann’s Parish Hall, 430 Gold St.
Featuring lively tunes from “Crimpfoot” and calling by Tom Paul and friends. Beginner lessons at 7:30 p.m. Dancing to live music from 8-10:30 p.m.. To volunteer for a short shift at the door, contact Cecily Morris at cecilyrm@gmail.com. This is a fragrence-free event. Please avoid wearing perfumes, colognes, body sprays, or strong smelling deodorant. Suggested Donation: $10-20 for adults; $5 for kids/students and Service Corps. For more information visit https://bit.ly/JuneauContraDanceAK. Contact Daniel at 907-209-0991.
“Romeo & Juliet,” 7:30-9 p.m., McPhetres Hall
Theatre in the Rough proudly presents our first-ever production of “Romeo and Juliet.” This elaborate production brings together a cast of eighteen actors, rich costumes and many blades to tell this beautiful story.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 28
City Museum moves to winter hours and free admission, starting Sunday, Sept. 28
The Juneau-Douglas City Museum will transition to winter hours. Through April 2026, the museum will be open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will be closed Sunday and Monday. Winter admission to the Juneau-Douglas City Museum is free for all ages.
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.
One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure, 1:30-2:15 p.m., 2:30-3:15 p.m. Marie Drake Planetarium, 1415 Glacier Ave.
Enjoy a 30-minute family movie with Big Bird, Elmo and their friend from China. It take viewers on a journey of discovery to the moon and back. Learn about the Big Dipper, the North Star, the Sun and the Moon. For more information: mariedrakeplanetarium.org. Contact Steve Kocsis, 907-500-2941, shiva8128@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.
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. 29
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.
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.
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.
Downtown Martial Arts Class, 4:30-6 p.m., Juneau Aiki Dojo, 336 First St., behind the Barano Mondays and Wednesdays
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. $50/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.
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/.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 30
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.
Cherie Bowman, 4:30-5:30 p.m., APK Atrium 395 Whittier St.
Cherie Bowman is a longtime Alaskan, having lived in Fairbanks for nearly 30 years before recently relocating to Juneau. Her bluesy folk blend highlights life’s highs and lows, inviting deep introspection while keeping your feet tapping. Contact info@foslamak@gmail.com.
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.
Autism support group for families with children with autism, 6-7:30 p.m., Mendenhall Valley Public Library, 3025 Diamond Pk Lp
This is a facilitated gathering of parents who are raising children with autism. Meetings allow for personal sharing and supportive problem solving. Some meetings feature guest speakers on topics relevant to the group. Joan Gianotti, 907-209-9302 or Diane DeSloover, 907-209-5193. Last Tuesday of each month.
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, OCT. 1
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. Park out back, come into cafeteria from back cafeteria door. Look for signs.
Story-style conversations to connect the community with BRH to improve care. Event info: www.bartletthospital.org. 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.
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.
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.
Downtown Martial Arts Class, 4:30-6 p.m., Juneau Aiki Dojo, 336 First St., behind the Barano Mondays and Wednesdays
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. $50/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.
