Ketchikan Area Arts and Humanities Council Board of Directors, Tues, Oct 17, 6 pm, Mainstay Gallery, 716 Totem Way.

Ketchikan's First City Toastmasters, every Tues at noon, Youth Court chambers in the Plaza.

Writer's group, every Mon, 7-9pm, Downtown Public Library small conference room, bring copies of your work, 789-9489.

Juneau Taku Toastmasters, every Mon, Federal Bldg room 541, noon. Open to public. 465-6121.

Juneau Valley Toastmasters, every Tue, Henrys Restaurant, 6:15am. Open to public. 789-0374.

Juneau Astronomy Club Telescope Workshop, every Mon, 7-8pm, Marie Drake Planetarium, new members welcome, 586-3034.

Planetarium Volunteer Training, every Mon, 6-7pm, Marie Drake Planetarium, new volunteers welcome, 587-1517

Juneau Chess Club, Every Tues, 7-9pm, Downtown Library. The public is welcome to attend and boards and pieces typically provided. Rules taught to those interested. Contact Brian Bezenek, 790-1934.