This is a calendar updated daily of upcoming local events during the coming days provided by the Juneau Arts and Humanities Council, and other contributors. Submissions for events 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 a contact for people to obtain more 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, JUNE 21
Summer Solstice Music Festival, noon-10:30 p.m., Áak’w Landing.
A fun in the sun one-day music festival to benefit Alaska Native Sisterhood & Brotherhood Camps 70. Spend the day with local music, food, and fun. Tickets available online at Eventbrite or day of at the event. Contact ans_camp_70@yahoo.com.
Free music in the afternoon with Luke and Heather, 2-5 p.m., Crystal Saloon, 218 Front St.
Catch Luke and Heather in their show “Music in the Afternoons” at The Crystal Saloon Mondays and Wednesdays from 2 to 5 p.m. through June 11. They are featuring two of their projects: a jazz duo featuring piano, sultry vocals, and drums, and their project Poetry Police, showcasing original tunes in a kinetic folk-punk style. Contact heathermountcastle@gmail.com.
Free Community Yoga Class, 6:00-7:15 p.m. Auke Bay Yoga, 11798 Glacier Hwy.
Shakti flow is a vinyasa-based class set to music that will invigorate, energize, and build heat. Shakti flow includes connection to breath and theme, sun salutations, standing sequences, peak poses, and a cooldown. Contact 907-723-8188.
insomniACTS, 7-9 p.m., Perseverance Theatre, 914 3rd Steet.
24-hour play event. Five teams of writers, directors, and actors create original one-acts in 24 hours. Tickets will be available at the door. For more information, visit juneaughostlight.com.
Solstice Party, 8-11:59 p.m., Crystal Saloon, 218 Front St.
Performances from three live bands: Middle Names from Seattle and Magical America and Fear Boner from Juneau. Followed by dance party late into the night with Donny Bru from Santa Barbara, California. Contact David Fure, middlenamesbooking@gmail.com.
SUNDAY, JUNE 22
Disc Golf Tour of Juneau, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Treadwell, University of Alaska Southeast, and Aant’iyeik reds courses.
Three rounds, 54 holes. Register on Udisc. Pay $20 fee day of event. Start time at Treadwell Hole One. Park at Sandy Beach.
Artists of All Nations, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Juneau Arts and 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 pm, usually on the last Sunday of the month. Work 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 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. Orogram 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, JUNE 23
Senior Sing Along with Jacque, 11 a.m. Juneau Senior Center.
Stop into the Senior Center each Monday for a piano sing-along with Jacque. After, be sure to stay for a free senior lunch, starting at 11:45 a.m. Free event. Contact: JSCOutreach@ccsak.org.
Juneau Makerspace Open Studio, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. 3915 N Douglas Hwy.
Tour the facilities, get new member orientations, and work on 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 or email info@juneaumakerspace.org.
TUESDAY, JUNE 24
Music with Tom Locher, 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Juneau Senior Center.
Free senior lunch and some lovely piano music. Contact Stephanie Duscher, 907-463-6179, JSCOutreach@ccsak.org.
Beginning and Advanced ESL Classes, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Mendenhall Valley Public Library, 3025 Dimond Pk Lp.
Beginning ESL classes are offered from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Advanced ESL classes are offered from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Both classes are completely free. For more information, visit https://tlcalaska.org/english-language-learning-citizenship/ or call 907-586-5718.
Art for Self Care, 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. 418 Harris St.
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. Contact Shawn Hatt Cohen at (907) 321-5414.
Autism Support Group for Families with Children With Autism, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Mendenhall Valley Public Library, 3025 Dimond Pk Lp.
This is a facilitated gathering of parents who are raising children with autism. Last Tuesday of each month. Meetings allow for personal sharing and supportive problem-solving. Some meetings feature guest speakers on topics relevant to the group. Contact Joan Gianotti, 907-209-9302, or Diane DeSloover, 907-209-5193.
Jazz Jam, 8 p.m.-11 p.m. Crystal Saloon, 218 Front St.
Open jazz jam. Free entry. Bring your instrument and join Juneau’s jazz musicians onstage at The Crystal Saloon. Contact David Elrod, david@crystalsaloon.com.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25
Senior Chair Yoga, 11 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Juneau Senior Center.
Led by volunteers every Wednesday and Saturday. Free to anyone 60 and above. All skill levels welcome. Free senior lunch after. Contact JSCOutreach@ccsak.org.
Juneau Parkinson’s Support Group, 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Riverview Senior Living, 3041 Clinton Dr.
The group was established to provide support, education, activities, and camaraderie for people affected by Parkinson’s. Meetings 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. Contact Elizabeth Torres, CCC-SLP, etorres@searhc.org, (907) 463-0245 or Ashley Johnston, DPT, ashleyj@searhc.org, (907) 463-0240.
Juneau Writers, 6-8 p.m. Mendenhall Valley Public Library, 3025 Dimond Pk Lp. Study Room B.
The Juneau Writing Group will be meeting at the Mendenhall Valley Public Library and members of the public are welcome to join or sit in to listen. Contact JuneauWriters@gmail.com.
THURSDAY, JUNE 26
TOPS Club, Inc (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly), 5 p.m.-6:15 p.m. Juneau Public Health Center. 3412 Glacier Hwy.
Purpose is to help and support members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly. Weigh-in 5 p.m.-5:15 pm, Group Program 5:15 p.m. – 6:15 pm. First meeting is free. Contact Elizabeth at 907-321-4049. Meets weekly on Thursdays.
Open Mic at the Alaskan, 9 p.m.-11:59 p.m. Alaskan Hotel and Bar.
Bring an instrument, an act, or spoken words and share your talents with the Juneau downtown community. Contact Claire at claire@thealaskanhotel.com.
