Community Calendar

Chamber Lunch is at noon each Wednesday at the Cape Fox Lodge.

May 22  -  Historic Ketchikan will make a presentation on the history of the Chamber of Commerce on Mission Street.

May 29th – Judge Trevor Stephens will give a perspective on Ketchikan from the bench.

June 5th – Growing your own food – A panel discussion.

June 12th – To be announced.

June 19th – SBA Regional Administrator Calvin Goings.

Location
Cape Fox Lodge

In celebration of the Alaska Marine Highway’s 50th anniversary, there will be a variety of events in Ketchikan on May 1st.

Tour the M/V Malaspina from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Berth 3

• Bridge tours
• Dining on board
• Commemorative items in the gift shop
• Marine themed activities for kids

Salmon Appetizer Competition

• Drop off your appetizer at Berth 3 between 3:30 pm and 5:15 pm.
• Contact Sis Coenen at siscoenen@gmail.com or 907-247-6692 for more details.
•   The winning entry will receive a Golden Ticket (worth $500 on AMHS) and shared on FerryAlaska.com and Facebook.com/AlaskaMarineHighway

Live Music with the Ratfish Wranglers from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

The documentary film “Alaska’s Marine Highway” will be shown at 7:30 pm at the Southeast Alaska Discovery Center.

Location
Berth 3

The Overeaters Anonymous group meets each Wednesday at 5:30 pm at the Pioneer Home, 141 Bryant Street, in the First Floor Conference Room.

Overeaters Anonymous (OA) is not a diet club. There are no dues, fees, or weigh-ins. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop eating compulsively. There is currently just one meeting in Ketchikan, 5:30 pm  Wednesdays. Newcomers always welcome.

For more information call 225-3278

Location
Ketchikan Pioneers Home in the first floor conference room

Meets the first Wednesday of each month.

Location
Alicia Roberts Medical Center

The South Tongass Service Area Board meets at 5:30 pm in the South Tongass Fire Department located at 5690 Roosevelt Drive on the first floor administrative office. The public is encouraged to attend.

Location
5690 Roosevelt Drive

Those interested in becoming child care providers can learn more about getting a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential during a presentation from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the Ketchikan Public Library.  Register at threadalaska.org

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

Dr. Patrick Ballard of POW PeaceHealth Medical Group is presenting an Immunization Awareness lecture for parents beginning at 5:30 pm at the Craig High School Auditorium.

Location
Craig High School Auditorium

Musical Jam Sessions are held every Wednesday night from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the West Wind Plaza in Craig.  Bring your instrument, including your singing voice, or just come and listen.

Location
West Wind Plaza - Craig

Location
Hydaburg Clinic

First City Rotary meets at 7:00 am Thursday at the Cape Fox.

Location
Cape Fox

This program continues regularly on Thursday and Friday at 10:30am. After some playtime, the librarian reads stories, sings songs, does fingerplays and shows a short film beginning around 10:40am. This program is appropriate for infants through pre-school age children.

Location
Children's Library

The Ketchikan Job Center offers “English as a Second Language” class beginning at 3:30 pm.   The job center is located at 2030 Sea Level Drive on the 2nd floor.

Location
Ketchikan Job Center

The KRBD Board of Directors meets at 5:30 pm the first Thursday of each month.

April 4th – Proposed bylaw changes will be discussed.

Location
1101 Copper Ridge Lane

A joint meeting of the Saxman City Council, Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium and ORICA begins at 5:30 pm at the Saxman Community Center.

Location
Saxman Community Center Lobby

The Ketchikan City Council usually meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month in City Council Chambers, 334 Front Street.  Public comment is allowed at the beginning of the meeting.  Go to www.city.ketchikan.ak.us/mayor/index.html to access agendas, minutes and video archives.

Location
City Council Chambers

Ketchikan’s Household Hazardous Waste Clean-up is Friday and Saturday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at the landfill.  There will be no curbside pickup.  Contact the solid waste division at 225-2370 for more information.

Location
Ketchikan Landfill

This program continues regularly on Thursday and Friday at 10:30am. After some playtime, the librarian reads stories, sings songs, does fingerplays and shows a short film beginning around 10:40am. This program is appropriate for infants through pre-school age children.

Location
Children's Library

The Celebration of the Sea Art Walk is from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm in Ketchikan.  Many businesses and galleries are having special receptions and performances.  Brochures are available at the Arts Council office or at any participating location.  Highlights include:

• There will be a discussion about the new art pieces at the Ketchikan Public Library from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the library.  Learn how they went from concept to the finished piece.
  
• There is an opening reception from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Main Street Gallery, 330 Main Street, for “YOU Inspire Me.”  The show features the work of Sandy Shepard and Becki Hesedahl.
  
• There is an opening reception from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Tongass Historical Museum for “Our Town: The Life and Times of Ketchikan.”
  
• The films “The Timber Years” and “The Bush Pilots” will be shown at 5:30 pm, 7:00 pm at 8:30 pm at the Southeast Alaska Discovery Center.
  
• The Blessing of the Fleet begins at 5:30 pm at the Alaska Fish House Dock.
  
• There is a Public Art Tour on the Art Bus from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  Catch the bus at the Ketchikan Public Library at 6:00 pm.    
• Ketchikan CHARR’s “A Taste of Ketchikan” wine tasting is from 6:30 pm at 8:30 pm at the new KVB Visitors Center on Berth 2.  Proceeds benefit the CHARR Scholarship Fund.
  
• CANCELLATION:  The “Cut Plug” 10-minute play festival originally scheduled for May 3rd and 4th has been postponed until the fall.
  
• The annual “Shanties of the Sea” celebration begins at 7:30 pm at O’Brien’s Pub.

Location
Throughout Ketchikan

There is an opening reception from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Main Street Gallery, 330 Main Street, for “YOU Inspire Me.”  Sandy Shepard and Becki Hesedahl bring an exhibit inspired by the environment and their friendship.

Location
Main Street Gallery

Location
Presbyterian Church on Second Avenue

Ketchikan’s Household Hazardous Waste Clean-up is Friday and Saturday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at the landfill.  There will be no curbside pickup.  Contact the solid waste division at 225-2370 for more information.

Location
Ketchikan Landfill

Girls on the Run is having a 5K on May4th (location to be determined).   Running buddies and volunteers are needed!!!  There will be face painting and hair coloring for youth at 10:00 am.  The race starts at 11:00 am.  Proceeds benefit the GOTR program.  This event is free for youth.  Contact Aftan Lynch at WISH for more information: 225-9474

Location
TBD

SPECIAL RUN ON APRIL 20th…Runners and walkers are invited to meet at noon at the Gateway Recreation Center for a special run in support of the runners in the Boston Marathon.  Run or walk whatever distance you’d like.  The half marathon training group is planning 12.  All are welcome.

A half-marathon training group meets each Saturday at noon at the Gateway Recreation Center.    The first session is February 2nd.  All abilities are welcome.  You must sign a waiver to participate.  This training group is co-sponsored by the Ketchikan Running and Walking Club.   Training will help prepare you for the Totem to Totem Half Marathon on May 11th.

This is an opportunity to get in shape, improve your running, and train injury free.  Call Fred Jorgensen (225-6969) or Bill Elberson (617-0193) for more information.

Location
Meet at the Gateway Recreation Center

Doors open at 5:00 pm at the Great Alaska Lumberjack Arena for the annual community show.  There will be contests and fun activities planned.  The show begins at 6:00 pm.  Admission is by donation.  Please bring anything that Women in Safe Homes could use. 

Location
Great Alaska Lumberjack Arena

Free clothing is available for families in need.

Location
Wee Blessing Thrift Store

GROW, a personal growth program, recovery and prevention group, meets at 3:00 pm at the Ketchikan Pioneers’ Home.  The is for anyone who recognizes a personal need and is willing to change.

Location
Pioneers' Home

There is a free workshop on  “How To Apply For a State Job” from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at the Ketchikan Job Center.  The Ketchikan Job Center is located at 2030 Sea Level Drive on the 2nd Floor.  Call 228-3248 for more information.

Location
Ketchikan Job Center

Community Connections Early Learning Program offers a playgroup from 11:00 am to noon at the Recreation Center.  This is an opportunity to learn and play with your toddler.  The cost is $2 or free if you are enrolled in the early learning program.

Location
KGB Recreation Center

The Ketchikan Job Center offers “English as a Second Language” class beginning at 3:30 pm.   The job center is located at 2030 Sea Level Drive on the 2nd floor.

Location
Ketchikan Job Center

The Tongass School of Arts and Sciences Academic Policy Committee meets at 4:00 pm in the Tongass School Library.

Location
Tongass School Library

The Ketchikan Peer Support Group meets each Monday from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm at the Pioneer Home in the first floor Conference Room.  This is for individuals and families affected by mental illness.  Call 225-0726 for more information.

Location
Pioneer Home Conference Room

The Ketchikan Gateway Borough Assembly usually meets the first and third Monday of each month in Borough Assembly Chambers, 1900 First Avenue.  Public comment is allowed at the beginning of the meeting.   Links to meeting packets and schedules can be found at www.borough.ketchikan.ak.us

Location
Borough Assembly Chambers

Pioneers of Alaska Igloos #16 and #7 meet at 6:30 p.m. at Pioneer Hall.  This is the last regular meeting until September.

May 6th – Ladies are asked to bring a “Bird in a Bag”  exchange item.

Location
Pioneers Hall

The American Legion meets each Monday at 7:00 pm at Post #3 at 631 Park Avenue.  This is a weekly membership meeting for past and current military members.

Location
631 Park Avenue

Location
Presbyterian Church on Second Avenue

Location
Presbyterian Church on 2nd Avenue

There is a free “Dynamic  Resume Writing” workshop from 9:00 am to 11:30 am at the Ketchikan Job Center, 2030 Sea Level Drive on the 2nd floor.

Location
Ketchikan Job Center

Rotary 2000 meets at noon each Tuesday at the Cape Fox.

Location
Cape Fox Lodge

The Take Off Pounds Sensible Group (TOPs) meets each Tuesday at 5:00 pm in the cafeteria at the PeaceHealth Medical Center.  The group’s mission is to support its members as they take off pounds sensibly.

Location
Hospital Cafeteria

The Stroke Survivor Support Group meets the first Tuesday of each month in the 3rd Floor boardroom at the Ketchikan Medical Center.  Each month, topics are discussed and peer support is available for survivors, family and caregivers.

Location
Ketchikan Medical CenterThe Stroke Survivor Support Group meets the first Tuesday of each month from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the 3rd Floor boardroom at the Ketchikan Medical Center. Each month topics are discussed and peer support is available for survivors, family and caregivers.

Chamber Lunch is at noon each Wednesday at the Cape Fox Lodge.

May 22  -  Historic Ketchikan will make a presentation on the history of the Chamber of Commerce on Mission Street.

May 29th – Judge Trevor Stephens will give a perspective on Ketchikan from the bench.

June 5th – Growing your own food – A panel discussion.

June 12th – To be announced.

June 19th – SBA Regional Administrator Calvin Goings.

Location
Cape Fox Lodge

The Overeaters Anonymous group meets each Wednesday at 5:30 pm at the Pioneer Home, 141 Bryant Street, in the First Floor Conference Room.

Overeaters Anonymous (OA) is not a diet club. There are no dues, fees, or weigh-ins. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop eating compulsively. There is currently just one meeting in Ketchikan, 5:30 pm  Wednesdays. Newcomers always welcome.

For more information call 225-3278

Location
Ketchikan Pioneers Home in the first floor conference room

Delta Kappa Gamma invites the community to the Red Apple Awards presentation beginning at 5:30 pm at St. John’s Episcopal Church.  There will be a light meal, dessert and refreshments.  This is an opportunity to honor teachers in our community.

Location
St. John's Episcopal Church

Ketchikan Lion’s Club meeting.  Held the 2nd Wednesday of each month upstairs in the Best Western Landing conference room.  The public is welcome.

Location
Landing Conference Room

The Ketchikan School Board meets at 6:00 pm in Borough Assembly Chambers.

Location
Borough Assembly Chambers

The Ketchikan School Board meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month in Borough Assembly Chambers, 1900 First Avenue.  The schedule may change due to holidays.

Location
Borough Assembly Chambers

Musical Jam Sessions are held every Wednesday night from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the West Wind Plaza in Craig.  Bring your instrument, including your singing voice, or just come and listen.

Location
West Wind Plaza - Craig

Location
Hydaburg Clinic

First City Rotary meets at 7:00 am Thursday at the Cape Fox.

Location
Cape Fox

The Rotary District 5010 Conference is May 9th through 12th at the Ted Ferry Civic Center.  The conference begins at 8:00 am daily.  This is for Rotarians from all over the state of Alaska and the Yukon Territory.

Location
Ted Ferry Civic Center

There is a free workshop on “Interviewing Techniques” from 9:00 am to 11:30 am at the Ketchikan Job Center.

Location
Ketchikan Job Center

This program continues regularly on Thursday and Friday at 10:30am. After some playtime, the librarian reads stories, sings songs, does fingerplays and shows a short film beginning around 10:40am. This program is appropriate for infants through pre-school age children.

Location
Children's Library

The Ketchikan Job Center offers “English as a Second Language” class beginning at 3:30 pm.   The job center is located at 2030 Sea Level Drive on the 2nd floor.

Location
Ketchikan Job Center

The Ketchikan Volunteer Hospice holds a bereavement support group the 2nd Thursday of each month from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the quiet room at the hospital (note the change of location).

Location
Ketchikan Hospital - Quiet Room

The Compassionate Friends of Ketchikan, a bereaved parents support group, meets at 7:00 pm at the Pioneer Home in the first floor conference room.  Anyone who has lost a child is welcome…no matter what age or how long ago.  The group meets regularly on the second Thursday of each month.

Location
Pioneer Home First Floor Conference Room

The Rotary District 5010 Conference is May 9th through 12th at the Ted Ferry Civic Center.  The conference begins at 8:00 am daily.  This is for Rotarians from all over the state of Alaska and the Yukon Territory.

Location
Ted Ferry Civic Center

This program continues regularly on Thursday and Friday at 10:30am. After some playtime, the librarian reads stories, sings songs, does fingerplays and shows a short film beginning around 10:40am. This program is appropriate for infants through pre-school age children.

Location
Children's Library

Ketchikan Theater Ballet’s “Spring Gala” begins at 7:30 pm at the Kayhi Auditorium.   There are evening performances Friday and Saturday, and a Saturday matinee at 2:00 pm.  The matinee features the younger performers.  Tickets are available at KTB, McPherson Music, First City Players, or at the door.  Call KTB at 225-9311 for more information.

Location
Ketchikan High School Auditorium

Location
Presbyterian Church on Second Avenue

Half marathon (13.1 miles) for individuals and teams.  Registration begins at 7:45 am at the Totem Bight State Park parking lot.  Walkers start at 8:00 am.  Runners and relays start at 9:00 am.  $30 per person.  Fundraiser for Diabetes Education.  Go to www.ketchikanrunningclub.com for more information.

Location
Start at Totem Bight State Park

The Rotary District 5010 Conference is May 9th through 12th at the Ted Ferry Civic Center.  The conference begins at 8:00 am daily.  This is for Rotarians from all over the state of Alaska and the Yukon Territory.

Location
Ted Ferry Civic Center

Lemonade Day is May 11th.  Young entrepreneurs will be selling lemonade at spots throughout the community.  Contact the Greater Ketchikan Chamber of Commerce for sites and more information.

Location
Throughout Ketchikan

The Ketchikan Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale begins at 8:00 am at 5210 Shoreline Drive.  No earlybirds!

Location
5210 Shoreline Drive

A totem pole raising and adoption ceremony begins at 10:00 am at Saxman Totem Park.  Governor Sean Parnell is the special guest of honor.  The second raven entrance pole carved by Donnie Varnell will be raised in the traditional way.   Note:  State Troopers will be directing traffic and closing off through traffic between 9:15 am and 1:00 pm.

Location
Saxman Totem Row

Ketchikan Theatre Ballet’s “Spring Gala” continues with a matinee performance that features the younger dancers.  The show begins at 2:00 pm.  Tickets are available at KTB, McPherson Music, First City Players, or at the door.  Call KTB at 225-9311 for more information.

Location
Kayhi Auditorium

Meet on the second Saturday of each month at 2422 Tongass Avenue.  The group is open to all men and women interested in learning more about the Norwegian culture.  Call Tanya at 821-0048 for more information.

Location
Sons of Norway Hall

An Old Time Square Dance begins at 7:00 pm at the Main Street Gallery, 330 Main Street.  Music by the Free Radicals.  $5 fee to attend.  No partner or dance experience necessary.

Location
Main Street Gallery

Ketchikan Theater Ballet’s “Spring Gala” begins at 7:30 pm at the Kayhi Auditorium.   There are evening performances Friday and Saturday, and a Saturday matinee at 2:00 pm.  The matinee features the younger performers.  Tickets are available at KTB, McPherson Music, First City Players, or at the door.  Call KTB at 225-9311 for more information.

Location
Ketchikan High School Auditorium

The Rotary District 5010 Conference is May 9th through 12th at the Ted Ferry Civic Center.  The conference begins at 8:00 am daily.  This is for Rotarians from all over the state of Alaska and the Yukon Territory.

Location
Ted Ferry Civic Center

Free clothing is available for families in need.

Location
Wee Blessing Thrift Store

GROW, a personal growth program, recovery and prevention group, meets at 3:00 pm at the Ketchikan Pioneers’ Home.  The is for anyone who recognizes a personal need and is willing to change.

Location
Pioneers' Home

Community Connections Early Learning Program offers a playgroup from 11:00 am to noon at the Recreation Center.  This is an opportunity to learn and play with your toddler.  The cost is $2 or free if you are enrolled in the early learning program.

Location
KGB Recreation Center

The Ad Hoc Animal Protection Committee meets at noon in Borough Assembly Chambers, 1900 First Avenue.  Tasks associated with animal protection will be discussed.  The public is invited.

Location
1900 First Avenue

The Ketchikan Job Center offers “English as a Second Language” class beginning at 3:30 pm.   The job center is located at 2030 Sea Level Drive on the 2nd floor.

Location
Ketchikan Job Center

The Loring Service Area Board meets at 5:30 pm in the Borough Public Works Office, 1900 First Avenue, Room 219.  Topics related to maintenance of the Service Area will be discussed.

Location
Borough Conference Room

The American Legion meets each Monday at 7:00 pm at Post #3 at 631 Park Avenue.  This is a weekly membership meeting for past and current military members.

Location
631 Park Avenue

Location
Presbyterian Church on Second Avenue

Location
Presbyterian Church on 2nd Avenue

The POW Interagency Meeting is from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Craig Youth Center / Recreation Center.  The group will be working on the upcoming heath fair.

Location
Craig Youth Center

The Assembly/School Board Liaison Committee meets at noon in Borough Assembly Chambers, 1900 First Avenue.  Issues of mutual concern will be discussed.  The public is invited.

Location
Borough Assembly Chambers

Rotary 2000 meets at noon each Tuesday at the Cape Fox.

Location
Cape Fox Lodge

Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 602 Dock Street, Suite 107.

Location
SAIL Office

The Take Off Pounds Sensible Group (TOPs) meets each Tuesday at 5:00 pm in the cafeteria at the PeaceHealth Medical Center.  The group’s mission is to support its members as they take off pounds sensibly.

Location
Hospital Cafeteria

The Forest Park Service Area Board meets at 5:30 pm in the Borough Public Works Room 219, 1900 First Avenue.  May 14th – The board will be discussing topics related to Ordinance 1652 allowing for minor annexations to Service Areas.

Location
Borough Conference Room

Chamber Lunch is at noon each Wednesday at the Cape Fox Lodge.

May 22  -  Historic Ketchikan will make a presentation on the history of the Chamber of Commerce on Mission Street.

May 29th – Judge Trevor Stephens will give a perspective on Ketchikan from the bench.

June 5th – Growing your own food – A panel discussion.

June 12th – To be announced.

June 19th – SBA Regional Administrator Calvin Goings.

Location
Cape Fox Lodge

The Overeaters Anonymous group meets each Wednesday at 5:30 pm at the Pioneer Home, 141 Bryant Street, in the First Floor Conference Room.

Overeaters Anonymous (OA) is not a diet club. There are no dues, fees, or weigh-ins. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop eating compulsively. There is currently just one meeting in Ketchikan, 5:30 pm  Wednesdays. Newcomers always welcome.

For more information call 225-3278

Location
Ketchikan Pioneers Home in the first floor conference room

The Saxman City Council meets in regular session at 5:30 pm at the Saxman Community Center.

Location
Saxman Community Center

The Ketchikan Area Arts and Humanities Council Board of Directors meets every 3rd Wednesday, 5:30pm, at the Main Street Gallery, 330 Main Street.  The Board does not meet in July or December.

Location
Main Street Gallery - 330 Main Street

Musical Jam Sessions are held every Wednesday night from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the West Wind Plaza in Craig.  Bring your instrument, including your singing voice, or just come and listen.

Location
West Wind Plaza - Craig

Location
Hydaburg Clinic

Dean Adams, author of the book “4000 Hooks,” will make a presentation beginning at 6:30 pm at the Ketchikan Public Library.

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

First City Rotary meets at 7:00 am Thursday at the Cape Fox.

Location
Cape Fox

This program continues regularly on Thursday and Friday at 10:30am. After some playtime, the librarian reads stories, sings songs, does fingerplays and shows a short film beginning around 10:40am. This program is appropriate for infants through pre-school age children.

Location
Children's Library

Blasting is scheduled at the Ketchikan Ready Mix Quarry at 11:30 am and noon on Thursday, May 16th.  Expect a short traffic delay on Tongass Avenue just north of the airport ferry terminal

Location
Tongass Avenue near airport ferry terminal

Location
Thorne Bay Library

The Ketchikan Wellness Coalition Steering Committee meets the third Thursday of each month at 3:00 pm at the Public Health Center.

Location
Public Health Center

The Ketchikan Job Center offers “English as a Second Language” class beginning at 3:30 pm.   The job center is located at 2030 Sea Level Drive on the 2nd floor.

Location
Ketchikan Job Center

The Ketchikan City Council usually meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month in City Council Chambers, 334 Front Street.  Public comment is allowed at the beginning of the meeting.  Go to www.city.ketchikan.ak.us/mayor/index.html to access agendas, minutes and video archives.

Location
City Council Chambers

The Ketchikan Dive Club meets at Wind and Water Scuba the 3rd Thursday of each month.  All are welcome.

Location
Wind and Water, 111 Washington Street

There is a free workshop, “Introduction to Microsoft Word,” beginning at 9:00 am at the Ketchikan Job Center.  The Job Center is located at 2030 Sea Level Drive on the 2nd Floor.

Location
Ketchikan Job Center

This program continues regularly on Thursday and Friday at 10:30am. After some playtime, the librarian reads stories, sings songs, does fingerplays and shows a short film beginning around 10:40am. This program is appropriate for infants through pre-school age children.

Location
Children's Library

The Thorne Bay City Clean Up is from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm.  Community members and students are cleaning up the community.  A hot dog feed follows at the Thorne Bay School.

Location
Throughout Thorne Bay

There will be session for senior citizens on Medication Use and Safety beginning at 11:00 am upstairs at the Klawock Senior Center.  Learn about your medications, their risks and safety considerations.

Location
Klawock Senior Center - upstairs library

The Tree Board will meet at noon in Borough Assembly Chambers, 1900 First Avenue.  Topics pertaining to trees on public property will be discussed.

Location
Borough Assembly Chambers

The Haida Descendant Dancers perform at 6:30 pm in the Clan House at Totem Bight State Park.  This is a free event.  Refreshments will be provided.

Location
Totem Bight Clan House

The Friday Night Insight Program begins at 7:00 pm at the Southeast Alaska Discovery Center.  The historic film “Sweepstake Days,” featuring the 1953 Ketchikan King Salmon Derby, will be shown.

Location
Southeast Alaska Discovery Center

Location
Presbyterian Church on Second Avenue

The Ketchikan Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale begins at 8:00 am at 5210 Shoreline Drive.  No earlybirds!

Location
5210 Shoreline Drive

The AARP “55 Alive” driver safety course is being offered to members and non-members on Saturday, May 18th, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Ketchikan Senior Center, 1016 Water Street.

Location
Senior Center - 1016 Water Street

Registration begins at 9:00 am at A&P Market in Ketchikan for the March of Dimes March for Babies.  The walk begins at 10:00 am.

Location
A&P in Ketchikan

A Children’s Carnival is from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Plaza Mall.  There will be games, prizes and more.  This is part of the Ketchikan Rain Boot Festival.

Location
Plaza Mall

We’re going for it again this year! On May 18, 2013, we will be holding our Rain Boot Race once again in an attempt to break a Guinness World Record for number of participants in a rain boot race. We will gather at the new library starting at 2 PM, and the race is scheduled to start at 3. The race will go from the library down the 3rd Avenue bypass, ending at the parking lot on 3rd and Washington. We need all participants to fill out a registration form, available at The Plaza and the Chamber of Commerce Business Expo.  (NOTE:  On race day, registration is at 2:30 at the Library).  All participants must use their legal name on the registration forms or we cannot count them as a participant. If you have any questions, feel free to contact The Plaza at 225-7000. Hope to see you all there, let’s do this!

Location
Meet at Ketchikan Public Library

The Ketchikan Community Children’s Choir’s “Spring Concert” begins at 4:00 pm at the Main Street Gallery, 330 Main Street.

Location
Main Street Gallery

The Monthly Grind, featuring local musicians, poets and other performers, begins at 7:00 pm at the Saxman Tribal House.  The Grind is usually held the 3rd Saturday of each month from September through May (dates may change due to conflicts).  Tickets available at Tongass Business Center, McPherson Music and Soho Coho.

Location
Saxman Tribal House

The Ketchikan Community Children’s Choir presents “How the Elephant Got its Trunk” beginning at 10:30 am at the Ketchikan Public Library.

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

Free clothing is available for families in need.

Location
Wee Blessing Thrift Store

George Pasley will share the story of how he lost 140 pounds beginning shortly after noon at the Presbyterian Church on 2nd Avenue.  All are welcome.  A healthy lunch will be provided.  NOTE:  The presentation will start after the 11:00 am church service is completed, so time is approximate.

Location
Presbyterian Church - 2nd Avenue

GROW, a personal growth program, recovery and prevention group, meets at 3:00 pm at the Ketchikan Pioneers’ Home.  The is for anyone who recognizes a personal need and is willing to change.

Location
Pioneers' Home

Location
Presbyterian Church on 2nd Avenue

There is a free “Dynamic  Resume Writing” workshop from 9:00 am to 11:30 am at the Ketchikan Job Center, 2030 Sea Level Drive on the 2nd floor.

Location
Ketchikan Job Center

Rotary 2000 meets at noon each Tuesday at the Cape Fox.

Location
Cape Fox Lodge

The Take Off Pounds Sensible Group (TOPs) meets each Tuesday at 5:00 pm in the cafeteria at the PeaceHealth Medical Center.  The group’s mission is to support its members as they take off pounds sensibly.

Location
Hospital Cafeteria

The Opportunity Inc. monthly board meeting begins at 5:15 pm at the Community Connections building, 721 Stedman Street

Location
721 Stedman Street

A Seaside Chat begins at 5:30 pm at The Point.  There will be a conversation with PeaceHealth Medical Group representatives – “There’s no place like a medical home.”  The Point is at 25 Jefferson Way, #102.

Location
The Point

The Community Connections monthly board meeting begins at 6:00 pm at 721 Stedman Street.

Location
721 Stedman Street

The North Tongass Volunteer Fire Department is having an open house in honor of EMS week.  There will be hot dogs, hamburgers and refreshments from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm.  Bring the whole family.  All are welcome.

Location
Station 8 - 13110 North Tongass Hwy

Location
Thorne Bay City Hall

Chamber Lunch is at noon each Wednesday at the Cape Fox Lodge.

May 22  -  Historic Ketchikan will make a presentation on the history of the Chamber of Commerce on Mission Street.

May 29th – Judge Trevor Stephens will give a perspective on Ketchikan from the bench.

June 5th – Growing your own food – A panel discussion.

June 12th – To be announced.

June 19th – SBA Regional Administrator Calvin Goings.

Location
Cape Fox Lodge

“Tween Time” begins at 4:00 pm at the Ketchikan Public Library.  Those 10 and up can make a “Fimo Labyrinth Game.”

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

The Youth Court Induction Ceremony begins at 5:30 pm at the Borough Building, 1900 First Avenue, in Assembly Council Room A.  A light dinner and refreshments will be served after.

Location
1900 First Avenue

The Overeaters Anonymous group meets each Wednesday at 5:30 pm at the Pioneer Home, 141 Bryant Street, in the First Floor Conference Room.

Overeaters Anonymous (OA) is not a diet club. There are no dues, fees, or weigh-ins. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop eating compulsively. There is currently just one meeting in Ketchikan, 5:30 pm  Wednesdays. Newcomers always welcome.

For more information call 225-3278

Location
Ketchikan Pioneers Home in the first floor conference room

The North Tongass Fire and EMS Service Area Board meets at 5:30 pm at station 8, 13110 North Tongass Highway. Service Area members are encouraged to attend.

May 22nd – There will be discussions on pending issues and recruitment of a new fire chief.

Location
Station 8

The Ketchikan School Board meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month in Borough Assembly Chambers, 1900 First Avenue.  The schedule may change due to holidays.

Location
Borough Assembly Chambers

Musical Jam Sessions are held every Wednesday night from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the West Wind Plaza in Craig.  Bring your instrument, including your singing voice, or just come and listen.

Location
West Wind Plaza - Craig

The Ketchikan School Board meets at 6:00 pm in Borough Assembly Chambers.

Location
Borough Assembly Chambers

A public forum with Catholic Bishop Edward Burns is from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the Ketchikan Public Library.  This is an opportunity for the general public to share their thoughts with Bishop Burns about the role of the Catholic Church in society.  All are welcome.

Location
Ketchikan Public Library conference room

Location
Hydaburg Clinic

First City Rotary meets at 7:00 am Thursday at the Cape Fox.

Location
Cape Fox

There is a free workshop on “Interviewing Techniques” from 9:00 am to 11:30 am at the Ketchikan Job Center.

Location
Ketchikan Job Center

This program continues regularly on Thursday and Friday at 10:30am. After some playtime, the librarian reads stories, sings songs, does fingerplays and shows a short film beginning around 10:40am. This program is appropriate for infants through pre-school age children.

Location
Children's Library

The Ketchikan Job Center offers “English as a Second Language” class beginning at 3:30 pm.   The job center is located at 2030 Sea Level Drive on the 2nd floor.

Location
Ketchikan Job Center

This program continues regularly on Thursday and Friday at 10:30am. After some playtime, the librarian reads stories, sings songs, does fingerplays and shows a short film beginning around 10:40am. This program is appropriate for infants through pre-school age children.

Location
Children's Library

Location
Presbyterian Church on Second Avenue

14th Annual Prince of Wales Island International Marathon begins at 8:00 am at Craig High School.     Compete solo or as part of your own 2, 4 or 8 person team.  Go to www.powmarathon.org for more information.

Transportation will be provided from local lodges and bed and breakfasts to the starting line at Craig High School.  The official start time for the full marathon, half marathon, and relay teams will be at 8:00 a.m., with a start unofficial time of 7:00 a.m. also available for marathoners, half marathoners, and relay teams needing more time on the course. Those registering as walkers may use 7:00 a.m. as an official start time.  All participant bibs are to be marked at the starting line as to start time.

Location
Craig High School

Join us on Saturday, May 25 to celebrate KRBD’s 37 years on the air with “Live Day.” Tune in to hear your family, friends, neighbors and co-workers regale us with their considerable talents.
Stop by and join in the fun from noon to 5pm at 1101 Copper Ridge Rd.

Location
KRBD - 1101 Copper Ridge

Free clothing is available for families in need.

Location
Wee Blessing Thrift Store

GROW, a personal growth program, recovery and prevention group, meets at 3:00 pm at the Ketchikan Pioneers’ Home.  The is for anyone who recognizes a personal need and is willing to change.

Location
Pioneers' Home

Memorial Day Holiday

The American Legion meets each Monday at 7:00 pm at Post #3 at 631 Park Avenue.  This is a weekly membership meeting for past and current military members.

Location
631 Park Avenue

Location
Presbyterian Church on Second Avenue

Location
Presbyterian Church on 2nd Avenue

Rotary 2000 meets at noon each Tuesday at the Cape Fox.

Location
Cape Fox Lodge

Stevens Puppets presents “Rumplestiltskin” at the Ketchikan Public Library.  The puppet show is free, but tickets must be picked up in advance as space is limited.  Shows are at 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm.  Contact the library for more information.

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 602 Dock Street, Suite 107.

Location
SAIL Office

The Take Off Pounds Sensible Group (TOPs) meets each Tuesday at 5:00 pm in the cafeteria at the PeaceHealth Medical Center.  The group’s mission is to support its members as they take off pounds sensibly.

Location
Hospital Cafeteria

Stevens Puppets presents “Rumplestiltskin” at the Ketchikan Public Library.  The puppet show is free, but tickets must be picked up in advance as space is limited.  Shows are at 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm.  Contact the library for more information.

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

The Rainy Day Quilters Guild meets the 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm at Holy Name.  This is an opportunity to brainstorm with other quilters on projects.

Location
Holy Name - downstairs

Chamber Lunch is at noon each Wednesday at the Cape Fox Lodge.

May 22  -  Historic Ketchikan will make a presentation on the history of the Chamber of Commerce on Mission Street.

May 29th – Judge Trevor Stephens will give a perspective on Ketchikan from the bench.

June 5th – Growing your own food – A panel discussion.

June 12th – To be announced.

June 19th – SBA Regional Administrator Calvin Goings.

Location
Cape Fox Lodge

The Overeaters Anonymous group meets each Wednesday at 5:30 pm at the Pioneer Home, 141 Bryant Street, in the First Floor Conference Room.

Overeaters Anonymous (OA) is not a diet club. There are no dues, fees, or weigh-ins. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop eating compulsively. There is currently just one meeting in Ketchikan, 5:30 pm  Wednesdays. Newcomers always welcome.

For more information call 225-3278

Location
Ketchikan Pioneers Home in the first floor conference room

Musical Jam Sessions are held every Wednesday night from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the West Wind Plaza in Craig.  Bring your instrument, including your singing voice, or just come and listen.

Location
West Wind Plaza - Craig

Location
Hydaburg Clinic

Pulitzer Prize finalist Eowyn (pronounced Owen) Ivey, author of “The Snow Child,” will make a presentation beginning at 6:30 pm at the Ketchikan Public Library. 

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

First City Rotary meets at 7:00 am Thursday at the Cape Fox.

Location
Cape Fox

This program continues regularly on Thursday and Friday at 10:30am. After some playtime, the librarian reads stories, sings songs, does fingerplays and shows a short film beginning around 10:40am. This program is appropriate for infants through pre-school age children.

Location
Children's Library

The Ketchikan Job Center offers “English as a Second Language” class beginning at 3:30 pm.   The job center is located at 2030 Sea Level Drive on the 2nd floor.

Location
Ketchikan Job Center

This program continues regularly on Thursday and Friday at 10:30am. After some playtime, the librarian reads stories, sings songs, does fingerplays and shows a short film beginning around 10:40am. This program is appropriate for infants through pre-school age children.

Location
Children's Library

Location
Presbyterian Church on Second Avenue