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On the first Friday of each month, Juneau galleries, museums and shops stay open late and host show and exhibit openings, artist meet-and-greets and more. Following is information about events available as of press time. All events and openings listed are on Friday, September 3 unless otherwise noted. To have your event listed here next month, e-mail details to editor@capweek.com no later than one week prior.

Much to my everlasting shame, and most likely my Grandma Minkie's mortification, I never learned how to make stew. Seriously. Stew: the beefy goodness of thick, rich gravy that caresses browned potatoes and carrots. For some reason stew intimidated me. How does one get the meat so mouthwateringly tender, while at the same time keeping the vegetables from turning to mush? And the gravy? How is it possible to thicken it so that it's not pasty, but rather rich and luxurious?