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.
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. State Office Building 8th Floor Lobby, Willough
Bring an instrument, an act, or spoken words and share your talents with the Juneau downtown community. Contact Claire at claire@thealaskanhotel.com.
FRIDAY, JUNE 27
Friday Noon Organ Concerts, 12 p.m.-1 p.m. State Office Building 8th Floor Lobby
Free concerts on the historic Kimball Theatre Organ. For more information, contact Ellen.Carrlee@alaska.gov or 907-465-2396.
Fiber Friday! 5 p.m.-7 p.m.Heads in the Clouds Collective studio, Arcticorp Bldg 418 Harris St. Rm 403
Group of fiber artists working together. Free entry. Open to knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, sewing, felting, or no experience. For more information check the instragram page @headsinthecloudscollective, or contact Tess Olympia on instagram @juneauwoolies or Rebecca Hsieh, @reccashaystudios.
“Black Holes: At the Limits of Space and Time” 7 p.m.-8 p.m.Marie Drake Planetarium, 1415 Glacier Ave
Free show about black holes. Free event, reserving seats in advance at www.mariedrakeplanetarium.org is recommended. Contact Steve Kocsis at 907-500-2941 for more information.
SATURDAY, JUNE 28
Fresh Air Market @ the JACC 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Juneau Arts & Culture Center, 350 Whittier St
For more information contact juneauartscouncil@gmail.com.
Saturday Staying Alive Al-Anon Family Group 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. over Zoom
Support group for family and friends of alcoholics. For more information and to get the Zoom link, call 907-957-1990 or visit https://al-anon-ak.org.
Evergreen Cemetery Tour 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Beginning at the City Museum
Participants will walk from the City Museum down the old “Cemetery Road” to the cemetery to learn about the cemetery’s history and to hear stories of some of the notable people buried there. Call 907-586-3572 to purchase tickets. For more information visit juneau.org/libray/museum.
General Strike Community Conversation 3:30 p.m.-4:30pm Valley Library, Large Meeting Room
A community discussion about how Juneau can prepare for a grassroots general strike to combat facism. For more information contact anjuligrantham@gmail.com.
Juneau Animal Rescue’s Whale Watching Fundraiser 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Statter Harbor Public Dock in Auke Bay
Three hour Whale Watching Cruise to raise money for animals at Juneau Animal Rescue. General Admission $130.00 per person. VIP Admission $175.00 per person. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.juneauanimalrescue.org/whales.html.
For more information contact Shannon Adamson at 907-723-5164 or shannon@akjar.org.
SUNDAY, JUNE 29
Sundays with the Juneau Symphony, 1 p.m.-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.
Traditional Celtic Music Session, 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. TK Maguires bar
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. 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. 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 30
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.
Haa Tóoch Lichéesh Community Celebration 5:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Yéil (Raven) Shelter at Áak’w Rec
Haa Tóoch Lichéesh Coalition is celebrating one year as a nonprofit and Juneau’s recognition as a Culture of Health Prize winner. All are welcome, feel free to bring food to share or swimwear to dip. For more information visit htlcoalition.org
Dhyana (meditation) Practice 5:30 p.m.-6:15 p.m. The Raven Shala – 418 Harris St. Studio #320
Guided meditation class. Tickets can be purchased on site via cash or venmo. For more information contact Cassandra Jostes at 812-322-9692 or visit www.ashtangayogajuneau.com.
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, JULY 1
Bitcoin Veterans Run 8 a.m.-10 a.m. Mendenhall Glacier Parking Lot
Run up to Nugget Falls with Veterans. Part of Bitcoin Alaska conference. For more information visit bitcoinalaska.org or contact info@bitcoinalaska.org.
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, JULY 2
Bitcoin Beach BBQ 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Auke Rec, Eagle Shelter
Join speakers from the Bitcoin Alaska Conference and bitcoiners from around the world to enjoy a beach fire and learn about bitcoin. For more information visit bitcoinalaska.org or contact info@bitcoinalaska.org.
Coffee Tea and Chat for Patients & Family 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Bartlett Hospital Cafeteria
Story style conversations to connect the community with BRH to improve care. For more event information visit www.bartletthospital.org or contact Rhonda Ward 907-796-8918.
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.
Bitcoin Karaoke, 7:00 p.m.-July 3, 2025, 12:00 a.m. Squirez Rest
Bitcoiners from around the world to enjoy karaoke. Part of Alaska Bitcoin Conference. For more information visit bitcoinalaska.org or contact info@bitcoinalaska.org.
