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, SEPT. 7
Annual Food Festival & Farmer’s Market, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Juneau Arts and Culture Center, 350 Whittier St.
Free community event featuring Alaska grown and made foods, products, crafts and more. Meant to bring together consumers, growers, and producers of local foods and products to encourage local sustainability through backyard gardening and small-business initiatives. For more information visit https://www.jahc.org/box-office/food-fest, or contact rachelle@jahc.org or 907-586-2787.
Saturday Staying Alive Al-Anon Family Group, 10:30 a.m.-noon, via Zoom.
Offers support, strength and hope for families and friends of alcoholics. Group meets every Saturday. For information call 907-957-1990 or visit https://al-anon-ak.org.
Who’s Your Diva?, 7–9 p.m., Centennial Hall Convention Center, 101 Egan Dr.
Juneau Lyric Opera’s 50th anniversary kicks off with show featuring some of Juneau’s most talented singers. Audience dollars vote for the best show. No Host Bar available. Tickets online at www.jahc.org. For more information visit https://juneauopera.org/2024/08/01/whos-your-diva or contact director@juneauopera.org.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 8
Taichi Class, 10-11 a.m., Salmon Creek Health Center, Lemon Creek.
Scheduled Sundays through March 31. Learn the first eight movements of Yang 24 Taichi in this three-month class, experiencing the traditional aim of Taichi which is to find within oneself a still point in a universe of activity. Learn also how individual Taichi movements may be used as qigong exercises to connect body, mind and breath. For more information contact Glen Ray at sacredforest.taijiandqigong@gmail.com.
Douglas-themed Assembly and mayoral candidate forum, 2 p.m., Douglas Public Library.
Issues will likely include Douglas cemeteries maintenance, Douglas Boat Harbor improvements, the future of the Eaglecrest Ski Area, traffic and street concerns, and the Treadwell Mines Historic Area. Candidates may also be asked about areawide concerns. The forum is open to the public. Refreshments will be served. For more information contact douglased17@gmail.com.
Second Sunday Poetry Jam, 2-4 p.m., Goldtown Theater.
Poets from Juneau gather to share their and others’ verses. No cover, donations welcome. For more information trippcrouse@gmail.com.
Traditional Celtic Music Session, 3:30-5:30 p.m., TK Maguire’s, 375 Whittier St.
Play or listen to traditional Celtic music played on acoustic instruments. Sessions follow the traditional etiquette for Irish music sessions. Free. For more information contact Tony Yorba at (907) 209-9946 or email avyorba1954@gmail.com.
International Folk Dance, 4-5:45 p.m., The Alaska Club Juneau Downtown, 641 W. Willoughby Ave. #210.
For 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 and no charge for participation. For more information visit www.jifdancers.org, or contact Bruce Botelho at (907) 723-9999 or brucembotelho@gmail.com.
Restorative Yoga, 4:30-6 p.m., Rainforest Yoga, 171 Shattuck Way #202.
Class limit 10. Reserve spot at rainforestyoga.org.
MONDAY, SEPT. 9
Free Lunches for Seniors, 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m., Juneau Senior Center, 895 W. 12th St.
Offered Monday through Thursday. Call in advance (907) 463-6175 to ensure we have a meal for each senior. For more information visit www.facebook.com/JuneauSeniorCenter or www.ccsak.org/juneau.html, or contact mow@ccsjuneau.org
TUESDAY, SEPT. 10
Free Tai Chi classes for ages 60+, 11 a.m.-noon, St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 9055 Atlin Dr.
This free series of Tai Chi classes is being offered by Southeast Senior Services to those age 60+. Learn the practice of Tai Chi from a certified instructor during an eight-week series of twice-weekly classes. Tai Chi improves strength and balance and reduces the risk of falls. The program is made possible by a grant from the state Department of Health. Registration is required. Call (907) 463-6113 to register or for more information.
JWAC Tuesday Travelogue: Aegean Greece and Turkey, 5:15-6:15 p.m., Goldtown Theater.
Jo Boehme and Mark Millard independently explored Greece’s Aegean Islands, Turkey’s West Coast, and Istanbul for six weeks in the fall of 2023, and will share their experiences. Free, donations accepted. For more information visit http://jwac.org or contact juneauwac@gmail.com.
Art for Self Care, 5:30-7 p.m., 418 Harris St., #315.
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. For more information contact Shawn Hatt Cohen at (907) 321-5414.
Beginning and Advanced ESL Classes, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Mendenhall Valley Public Library, 3025 Diamond Pk. Lp.
Beginning ESL classes offered from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Advanced ESL classes offered from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Both classes are free. For more information visit https://tlcalaska.org/english-language-learning-citizenship or call (907) 586-5718.
Jazz Jam, 8-11 p.m., Crystal Saloon, 218 Front St.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11
Circle of Brothers / A Healing Group for Men, 5:30–7:30 p.m., 250 Gordon St.
Join Tlingit and Haida’s Community and Behavioral Services Healing Center for an in-person and virtual men’s talking circle focused on healing wounds and achieving wellness. For more information visit https://cbs.ccthita-nsn.gov/groups-classes-events, or contact CBS Healing Center at (907) 463-7305 or healingcenter@tlingitandhaida.gov.
Connections Peer Support Group, 5:30–7 p.m., 8711 Teal St.
A peer support group open to any adult in Juneau who wants to talk about their own mental health. The group is designed to connect, encourage and support participants using a structured support group model. For more information visit https://www.namijuneau.org/connections-peer-support-group or contact meryl@namijuneau.org.
Duplicate Bridge, 6 p.m., Fireweed Place, 415 Willoughby Ave.
Weekly event. Contact Toni at (907) 209-9809 with questions and for information about where to park and how to get into the building.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 12
Free Tai Chi classes for ages 60+, 11 a.m.-noon, St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 9055 Atlin Dr.
TOPS Club (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly), 5-6:15 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 at 5 p.m., group program at 5:15 p.m. First meeting is free. More information at www.tops.org.
Healthy Relationships class for women, 6-7:30 p.m., Zoom.
Focusing on techniques for boundary setting, assertiveness, realistic goal setting and decision-making. Also seeks to increase understanding of abuse, abusive household dynamics and and dysfunctional family patterns. Free. For more information visit https://awareak.org/groups-classes or contact nataliew@awareak.org.
Theatre in the Rough presents “Rough Reads,” 7:30-10 p.m., McPhetres Hall.
A series of free play readings through Sept. 15. Thursday’s is “A Body of Water” by Lee Blessing. For more information visit theatreintherough.org, or contact Katie Jensen at (907) 500-3323 or theatreintherough@gmail.com.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 13
Friday Noon Organ Concert, noon–1 p.m., State Office Building, 8th floor lobby.
Free weekly concerts on the historic Kimball Theatre Organ. For more information contact Ellen Carrlee at (907) 465-2396.
Fiber Friday, 5-7 p.m., Heads in the Clouds Collective studio, Arcticorp Bldg., 418 Harris St. Rm. 403.
Join other fiber artists with a current craft such as knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, sewing or felting. Every second and fourth Friday of the month. Free. For more information follow @headsinthecloudscollective on Instagram to get event updates and notifications, or contact Tess Olympia on Instagram at @juneauwoolies or Rebecca Hsieh at @reccashaystudios.
Theatre in the Rough presents “Rough Reads,” 7:30-10 p.m., McPhetres Hall.
A series of free play readings through Sept. 15. Friday’s is “The Good John Proctor” by Talene Monahon.
