Story last updated at 7/21/2010 - 12:50 pm
ANGOON
ONGOING
Beading, sewing, and regalia making, 1:30-3 p.m. Monday-Friday, Angoon Shu' Senior Center. People age 60 and older are invited to the senior lunch served from noon-1 p.m. each weekday.
HAINES/KLUKWAN
WEDNESDAY, JULY 21
Live Bird Presentations, Wednesdays in June at 9:15 a.m. and 2:15 p.m., American Bald Eagle Foundation. $5 per person.
Detective Time, 1 p.m., Haines Library. Ages 8-12. Through Aug. 6
Alaska Knitters, 2 p.m., Haines Library. All ages. Through Aug. 6
Beach Combers, 3 p.m., Haines Library. Ages 8-12. Through Aug. 6
Ukulele Jam, 4 p.m., Haines Library. All ages and experience levels. Through Aug. 6.
THURSDAY, JULY 22
Science Fun with Jolanta, 3 p.m., Haines Library. Ages 7-12. Through Aug. 6.
American Legion Hamburger Feed, 5-7 p.m.
Karaoke at the Harbor Bar
FRIDAY, JULY 23
Storytime, 11 a.m., Haines Library. Ages 2-5. Through Aug. 6.
Storytime, 1 a.m., Haines Library. Ages 4-8. Through Aug. 6.
Fairytale Theater, 2 p.m., Haines Library. Ages 6-12. Through Aug. 6
Learn Spanish, 3 p.m., Haines Library. All ages. Through Aug. 6.
Ukulele Jam, 4 p.m., Haines Library. All ages and experience levels. Through Aug. 6.
Elks Lodge Hamburger Feed, 5-7 p.m.
Opening reception for Six-week Spotlight featuring Sara Cohen, 5-7 p.m., Sheldon Museum. Exhibit will run through Sept. 3.
Summer Youth Theater Conservatory presents "The Jungle Book," 7:30 p.m., Chilkat Center. Tickets at Babbling Book, Helen's Shop, and at the door.
SATURDAY, JULY 24
Haines Farmers Market, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Payson's Pavilion in the Fairgrounds.
Summer Youth Theater Conservatory presents "The Jungle Books," 7:30 p.m., Chilkat Center. Tickets at Babbling Book, Helen's Shop, and at the door.
MONDAY, JULY 26
Mother Goose stories and songs, 11 a.m., Haines Library. Ages 0-3. Through Aug. 6.
Puppeteers, 1 p.m., Haines Library. Ages 6-12. Through Aug. 6
Gardeners' Club, 2 p.m., Haines Library. All ages. Through Aug. 6
Accelerated Reader, 3 p.m., Haines Library. Ages 6-12. Through Aug. 6.
Ukulele Jam, 4 p.m., Haines Library. All ages and experience levels. Through Aug. 6.
TUESDAY, JULY 27
Kid Culture with Susannah, 3 p.m., Haines Library. Ages 7-12. Through Aug. 6.
HOONAH
THURSDAY, JULY 22
Mt. Fairweather Dancers practice, every Thursday and Saturday at the Presbyterian Church. Details: G. Cook, 957-0177.
SATURDAY, JULY 24
Mt. Fairweather Dancers practice, every Thursday and Saturday at the Presbyterian Church. Details: G. Cook, 957-0177.
ONGOING
Listen to KHOO, Hoonah community and all-volunteer radio, all day and all night. 90.7 FM.
Hot, nutritious lunch for people age 60 and over, Monday-Friday at noon, Hoonah Senior Center.
KAKE
WEDNESDAY, JULY 21
"Talking is the best medicine for all
issues" support group, noon, Kake Health Clinic Conference Room.
SATURDAY, JULY 24
Kake Dog Salmon Festival, all day. Round-trip catamaran transportation from Juneau and Sitka for $120. Details and tickets: Carmel James, ktccjames@yahoo.com or 723-4576 (Juneau) or Kendall Jackson, 738-3083 (Sitka).
ONGOING
Hot, nutritious lunch for people age 60 and over, Monday-Thursday at noon, Kake Senior Center.
KETCHIKAN
WEDNESDAY, JULY 21
Greater Ketchikan Chamber of Commerce Luncheon, noon, Cape Fox Lodge. Details: 225-3184.
Saxman City Council meeting, 6 p.m., Saxman City Hall, 2706 S. Tongass Hwy. Details: 225-3111.
THURSDAY, JULY 22
First City Rotary Meeting, 7 a.m., Cape Fox Hotel Conference Room. Details: 225-7002.
Storycraft, 10:30 a.m., library. Preschoolers can make a treasure chest this week. Details: 225-0370.
First City Toastmasters, noon, 2711 2nd Ave. Come practice your public speaking, guests are welcome. Details: 225-3519.
Book Talk, 6:30-7 p.m., KRBD 105.3 FM. Listen to news about the library, books and book reviews.
FRIDAY, JULY 23
Storytime, 10:30 a.m., library. For infants through pre-school age children.
Friday Family Film summer series presents "Splash" (PG) at 3:30 p.m., library. Refreshments from Orca Corn will be served. Details: 225-0370.
Live Jazz, 6 p.m. at the Ketchikan Coffee Company. Details: 225-0246.
stARTled Salmon Music Improv, 7-9 p.m. at the Cape Fox Marketplace for music improv. Slam poets welcome. Bring your instrument, your voice, and creativity, (snacks are appreciated too!). $2 donations help greatly. Details: Stephanie, 617-3176.
First City Players presents Fish Pirate's Daughter, Ted Ferry Civic Center. Ketchikan's original musical melodrama, served up with an all-you-can-eat crab feast. Details and tickets: firstcityplayers.org, or call 225-4792.
SATURDAY, JULY 24
27th Annual Teddy Bear Picnic for preschool-age children and their families, 11 a.m. at the library. Bring a sack lunch, blanket and your favorite teddy bear to the library for an indoor picnic which features the jazz music of the Teddy Bear House Band "Lush Life." The library will provide punch, cookies and special activities such as face painting. Details: 225-0370.
Women's Talking Circle, 2-3 p.m., Women In Safe Homes, 2002 First Ave. Details: 225-9474.
First City Players presents Fish Pirate's Daughter, Ted Ferry Civic Center. Ketchikan's original musical melodrama, served up with an all-you-can-eat crab feast. Details and tickets: firstcityplayers.org, or call 225-4792.
MONDAY, JULY 26
American Legion Post 3 Meeting, 7 p.m., 631 Park St. Details: 723-1864.
Ketchikan Community Concert Band Rehearsal, 7-8:30 p.m., McPherson Music. Details: 225-3650.
TUESDAY, JULY 27
Rotary 2000 meeting, noon, Eagles Club. Details: 225-6166.
Rainy Day Recorders, Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m. Details: MJ Turek, 225-2592.
Rainy Day Quilters, 6:45 p.m., Holy Name Church, 433 Jackson St.
Ketchikan Community Chorus Rehearsal, 7-9 p.m., Presbyterian Church. Details: 247-2356.
Eagles Aerie No. 162 Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Eagles Club, 7 Creek St. Details: 225-5162.
SITKA
WEDNESDAY,
Chamber Luncheon, noon, Westmark Hotel. Details: 747-8604.
Meeting to discuss revitalization of Community Theatre in Sitka, 7 p.m., Centennial Hall. Details: Jeff Budd, 747-4821 or sitkaarts@yahoo.com.
FRIDAY, JULY 23
Tongass Summer Boat Cruise in Kruzof Island, 5:30-8:30 p.m., boards at 5:15 p.m. at Crescent Harbor. Presented by Sitka Conversation Society. Tickets are $40 and available at Old Harbor Books or at loading dock. Details: 747-7509 or info@sitkawild.org.
WRANGELL
WEDNESDAY, JULY 21
Native drumming and Basic Tlingit Language class, 6:30-8 p.m. at the JOM room in the SNO Building. Details: 874-2712.
WRANGELL BEAR FEST
WEDNESDAY, JULY 21
Bear Symposium, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Nolan Center. Free.
Bear Movies, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Nolan Center. Free.
Photography Workshop - Novice, 10 a.m., meet at Stikine Inn. Led by photographer James Edens. Free.
Crafts and Arts Bazaar, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Nolan Center.
Photography Workshop - Advanced, 2 p.m., meet at Stikine Inn coffee bar. Led by photographer James Edens. Free.
Bear Behavior Workshop: how to stay safe hiking in bear country, 2 p.m., meeting at USFS on Bennett Street. Free.
THURSDAY, JULY 22
Bear Symposium, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Nolan Center. Free.
Bear Movies, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Nolan Center. Free.
Photography Workshop - Novice, 10 a.m., meet at Stikine Inn. Led by photographer Robert Johnson. Free.
Crafts and Arts Bazaar, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Nolan Center.
Gun Safety Workshop, 10 a.m., meet at Public Safety Building. Led by Police Chief Doug McCloskey. All ages. Free.
Photography Workshop, 2 p.m., Stikine Inn. Led by Robert Johnson. Focus on using digital cameras in low light conditions. Free
"Bears of Anan" Slide Show, 5:30 p.m., Stikine Inn coffee bar. Presented by Alaskan photographer Robert Johnson. Free.
FRIDAY, JULY 23
Bear Movies, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Nolan Center. Free.
Wildlife Photography Lecture, 10 a.m., Stikine Inn coffee bar. Presented by Robert Johnson. Free.
Bear Deterrent Devices and Their Effects, 10 a.m., USFS on Bennett Street. Free.
Crafts and Arts Bazaar, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Nolan Center.
Photography Workshop - Novice, 2 p.m., meet at Stikine Inn. Led by James Edens. Focus on digital photography, framing pictures, depth of field, shutter speeds. Free.
Gun Safety Workshop, 2 p.m., meet at Public Safety Building. Led by Police Chief Doug McCloskey. All ages. Free.
Bear Behavior Workshop: how to stay safe hiking in bear country, 3 p.m., meeting at USFS on Bennett Street. Free.
"Bears of Anan" Slide Show, 4 p.m., Stikine Inn coffee bar. Presented by Alaskan photographer Robert Johnson. Free.
Pearl Django Gypsy Jazz Concert, 8 p.m., Nolan Center. Free, donations accepted.
SATURDAY, JULY 24
Photography Workshop - Novice, 9 a.m., meet at Stikine Inn. With Robert Johnson. Basic digital photography. Free.
Bear Movies, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Nolan Center. Free.
Alaska Airlines Golf Tournament, 9 a.m., Muskeg Meadows Golf Course. Today: 18-Hole Best Ball.
Bear Paddle Swim and Fishing Bear Contest, 10 a.m., Parks and Rec. Indoor Pool. All ages. Free.
Hunter and Gun Safety, 10 a.m., meet at Public Safety Building. Led by Police Chief Doug McCloskey. All ages. Free.
Crafts and Arts Bazaar, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Nolan Center.
Traditional Foods and Salmon Bake with local Native elders, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Shakes Tribal House.
Teddy Bear Checkup, 1 p.m. Local physicians for provide a checkup for your special teddy bear. Free.
Street Games, 2 p.m. Cub-O-War, Wet Fur Races, Fish Toss and more. Free.
Photography Workshop, 2 p.m. , meet at Stikine Inn. Led by Robert Johnson. Focus on distance shots, power management, low light digital. Free.
Pearl Django Gypsy Jazz Concert, 3 p.m., Nolan Center. Free.
Pasta feed for marathon runners, 6 p.m., City Park. Registration free at past feed or $5 morning of race.
Tales of Alaska and the Klondike Gold Rush, 7 p.m., Upstairs at the Elk. With Buckwheat Donahue of Skagway. Free.
SUNDAY, JULY 25
Marathon Registration, 8-8:30 a.m. $5.
Running of the Bears, 8:50 a.m., in front of Nolan Center. 100-yard dash for kids of all ages. Free.
Marathon, 9 a.m., in front of Nolan Center. Start time for marathon, half marathon, team marathon and 5K walk.
Alaska Airlines Golf Tournament, 9 a.m., Muskeg Meadows Golf Course. Today: 9-Hole.
Crafts and Arts Bazaar, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Nolan Center.
Street Food, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Photo Contest Judging, 2 p.m.
Wildlife Photography Workshop, 2 p.m., Stikine Inn. With Robert Johnson. Free.
Movie: Karate Kid, 7 p.m., Nolan Center.
YAKUTAT
WEDNESDAY,
Community Library open, 7-9 p.m., Yakutat High School Library.
THURSDAY,
Community Library open, 7-9 p.m., Yakutat High School Library.
ONGOING
Yakutat Senior Center lunch, weekdays at noon, Sunrise Apartments on YTT Drive. Details: Marianne Newlun, 784-3468.
