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.

MONDAY, APRIL 21

Senior Sing Along with Jacque, 11 a.m.–noon, Juneau Senior Center (map)

Every Monday, followed by a free senior lunch at 11:45 a.m. Free, $5 suggested donation. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/JuneauSeniorCenter or contact JSCOutreach@ccsak.org.

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.

Dhyana (meditation) Practice, 5:30–6:15 p.m., The Raven Shala, 418 Harris St., Studio #320.

A meditation practice designed to cultivate mindfulness on and off the mat. Pay in person. For more information visit https://www.ashtangayogajuneau.com or contact Cassandra Jostes at 812-322-9692.

TUESDAY, APRIL 22

Library Story Time, 11:00–11:30 a.m., Mendenhall Valley Public Library, 3025 Diamond Pk. Lp.

Join library staff for stories, songs and movement. Children and their caregivers are welcome. Free weekly event. For more information visit https://juneau.org/library/library-print-calendar?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D166808764 or contact (907) 586-5249.

Library Story Time, 3:30–4 p.m., Douglas Public Library, 1016 3rd St., Douglas.

Join library staff for stories, songs and movement. Children and their caregivers are welcome. Free weekly event. For more information visit https://juneau.org/library/library-print-calendar?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D169137266 or contact (907) 586-5249.

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 p.m. Advanced ESL classes offered from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Both classes are free. For more information visit https://tlcalaska.org/english-language-learning-citizenship or call (907) 586-5718 for more information.

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.

Free Earth Day Movie “Plastic People,” 6:30–7:45 p.m., Gold Town Theater.

A feature-length documentary about the hidden crisis of microplastics. Entrance by donation. For more information contact loutaylor907@gmail.com.

Earth Day Everyday at UAS: Ecopoetry Reading, 7–8:30 p.m., UAS Egan Building Room 222.

An evening of Ecopoetry that invites reflection on connections to nature and community. Bring your own mug. For more information contact Melissa Dolese at mjdolese@alaska.edu.

Jazz Jam, 8 p.m., Crystal Saloon, 218 Front St.

Open jazz jam. Free entry. Bring your instrument. For more information visit crystalsaloon.com or contact David Elrod david@crystalsaloon.com.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23

Senior Chair Yoga, 11-11:30 a.m., Juneau Senior Center.

Low-impact yoga, led by volunteer instructors each Wednesday. Free to anyone 60 and above. Suggested donation $5. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/JuneauSeniorCenter or contact JSCOutreach@ccsak.org.

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 info 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.

Juneau Writing Group, 6-8 p.m., Mendenhall Library.

Members of the public can join or sit in to listen.

THURSDAY, APRIL 24

Coffee and Christ: An informal Q and A about the Bible With Pastor Aaron Spratt, 7–7:30 a.m., Heritage Coffee Roasting Co – Glacier Cafe, 9112 Mendenhall Mall Rd.

Free. For more information contact Spratt at aaron.d.spratt@gmail.com or (360) 969-6869.

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.

Bonfire at Sandy Beach with Southeast Alaska Independent Living, 5–7 p.m., Sandy Beach.

Outdoor Recreation and Community Access (ORCA) is an adaptive outdoor recreation program under Southeast Independent Living (SAIL) aimed at hosting outdoor activities for people with disabilities. This event is a bonfire with s’mores and hot dogs. Transportation can be provided. Activities are $25. One-way rides are $3 and round-trip are $5. For more information contact Julia Miracle at jmiracle@sailinc.org or (907) 321-2704.

Beaded Dangle Earrings Workshop, 5:45–7 p.m., Articorp Bldg. #315.

Learn brick stitch and fringe. Two-part class continues May 1. Class cost $30, all materials included. Must RSVP at (907) 321-5414.

Open Mic at the Alaskan, 9 p.m.–12:30 a.m. (Friday), The Alaskan Hotel & Bar.

Every Thursday. Bring an instrument, an act, or spoken words. Cherie Bowman will host this week. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/alaskan.bar or contact Claire at claire@thealaskahotel.com.

FRIDAY, APRIL 25

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., Located in the 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. Free. For more information follow @headsinthecloudscollective on Instagram, or contact Tess Olympia on Instagram at @juneauwoolies or Rebecca Hsieh at @reccashaystudios.

Earth, Our Goldilocks Planet, 6-7 p.m., Marie Drake Planetarium, 1415 Glacier Ave.

Learn how life on Earth is possible and why Earth is called the Goldilocks planet. ​Reserve a spot to guarantee a seat. ​Suitable for all ages. Free. For more information visit mariedrakeplanetarium.org or contact Steve Kocsis at (907) 500-2941.

Artist Talk by Nikki Lindt: Subterranean Voice: An Artist’s Journey through Sonic Ecosystems, 7–8:30 p.m., Glacier View Room, UAS campus and online.

Interdisciplinary artist Nikki Lindt discusses the trajectory of her art practice, ranging from the exploration of thawing permafrost in the Arctic Circle to uncovering a world of underground sound in the parks and natural areas of New York City. Her visual and sound works create connection to these landscapes. For more information contact Melissa Dolese at mjdolese@alaska.edu.

SATURDAY, APRIL 26

Juneau Audubon Society Beginners Bird Walk, 8-10 a.m., Fish Creek North Douglas.

Free and open to the public beginners’ bird walk. Guides and the loan of binoculars provided. All ages. For more information visit https://www.juneauaudubon.org or contact Brenda Wright at (907) 321-4739.

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.

Watercolor Painting Workshop, 4–6 p.m., Articorp Bldg, 5th and Gold St.

Learn watercolor painting, all levels welcome. Class cost: $25, some materials available. For more information contact (907) 321-5414.

SUNDAY, APRIL 27

SEAGLA Family Fun in the Park, 10 a.m.–noon.

Capitol Park (downtown). Join other LGBTQIA+ and ally families. Snacks provided. For more information visit akseagla.com or contact akseagla@gmail.com.

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.

Artists of All Nations, 1–5 p.m., Juneau Arts and Humanities Council, 350 Whittier St.

Artists of All Nations is a free open studio opportunity in the main hall at the JACC, usually on the last Sunday of the month.

The Great Planet Adventures, 1:30–2:15 p.m., Marie Drake Planetarium, 1415 Glacier Ave.

Fulldome Movie. Explores solar system’s low-gravity worlds. Suitable for children ages 3-10. Free. For more information visit http://mariedrakeplanetarium.org or contact Steve Kocsis at (907) 500-2941.

SEAGLA Queer Coffee Chat, 2–4 p.m., Lodestone Library, 299 N. Franklin St.

For more information visit akseagla.com or contact akseagla@gmail.com.

The Great Planet Adventures, 2:30–3:15 p.m., Marie Drake Planetarium, 1415 Glacier Ave.

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.

Jessica Michelle Singleton at Gold Town Theater, 5–6:30 p.m., Gold Town Theater, 171 Shattuck Way #109.

Jessica Michelle Singleton is a comedian who has performed regularly at venues such as The World Famous Comedy Store. For more information visit https://punchup.live/jms or contact Jacob Armstrong at jarms17@yahoo.com.