The U.S. Navy will be conducting operations at the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility in western Behm Canal January 29th through February 2nd.  When the amber beacons at the lab and on one of the barges are lit, all vessels within sight should go dead in the water and idle or stop their engines until the beacon is extinguished.  Those desiring to transit Behm Canal January 29th through February 2nd should contact “SEAFAC Control” on VHF radio channel 12 or 16.

Location
Western Behm Canal

The Senate Finance Committee is holding a teleconference beginning at 9:00 am for an overview of the Alaska Energy Authority.  You can listen in at the Legislative Information Office, 1900 First Avenue, Suite 310.

Location
Legislative Information Office

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 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

Free presentations on a variety of topics, often related to the Forest and Southeast Alaska.  Educational and entertaining for the whole family.  The Discovery Center is located at 50 Main Street in Ketchikan.  Programs start at 7:00 pm.

2013  Schedule:

• January 4 – “A Sweet story from Southeast Alaska: syrup tips” with Faith Duncan
• January 11 – “New Perspectives in Education: The Finland Phenomenon” with Inge Kummant
• January 18 – “Tongass Salmon Production and Status” with Ron Medel
• January 25 – “The Evolution of Sails and Sail Making” with Louie Bartos
• February 1 – “New Perspectives in Education: The Science Behind Montessori” with Inge Kummant
• February 8 – “Paradise Valley Glacier Exploration” with Karen Dillman
• February 15 – “Museum Collection: Where and How” with Tommy Joseph
• February 22 – “South America to Alaska and Back: Bird Migration” with Will Young
• March 1 – “Wildlife: A Day in Ketchikan” with Susan Hoyt and Mike Smith
• March 8 – “Stories in the Sky” with Sis Coenen
• March 15 – “Timber and Totems: Revisiting Alaska’s New Deal Totem Partks” with Dr. Emily Moore
• March 22 – Cancelled
• March 29 – ” Would You Like to Be A Wilderness Ranger?” with Jacob Hofman

Location
Southeast Alaska Discovery Center

Location
Presbyterian Church on Second Avenue

Doors open at 7:00 pm at the Ted Ferry Civic Center for “Re-invent” the 27th Annual Wearable Art Show.  The show starts at 8:00 pm.  No host bar and hors de oeuvres.  There may be some pieces with adult subject matter, parental discretion advised.

Location
Ted Ferry Civic Center

The U.S. Navy will be conducting operations at the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility in western Behm Canal January 29th through February 2nd.  When the amber beacons at the lab and on one of the barges are lit, all vessels within sight should go dead in the water and idle or stop their engines until the beacon is extinguished.  Those desiring to transit Behm Canal January 29th through February 2nd should contact “SEAFAC Control” on VHF radio channel 12 or 16.

Location
Western Behm Canal

A three part video series “Weight of the Nation” will be shown at 10:00 am at the Ketchikan Public Library.  The documentary highlights how obesity affects our health and cripples the healthcare system.  Part 1 shows February 2nd, Part 2 is on February 9th, and Part 3 airs February 16th.  Discussion will follow.

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

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

Mushrooms:  Growing, Foraging & Gathering
Come learn about, talk about and ask questions about mushrooms!
Rocky Kondzela will share with us how to grow mushrooms and Leif Sivertsen will present on mushroom foraging and gathering. Wild mushrooms at this year’s farmers market? Yes please!
What: TCFA Learning Lecture
When: Saturday, February 2nd, 2013
Where: SE Alaska Discovery Center
Time: 12-2pm
Other: Brought to you by the Tongass Community
Foods Alliance, ketchikan Wellness Coalition
and SE Alaska Discovery Center.
For more information: tongasscfa@gmail.com

Location
Southeast Alaska Discovery Center

The Southeast Alaska Discovery Center shows free movies on Saturday afternoons.  Following is the 2013 schedule.

• January 5th – “Eating Alaska” – a vegetarian moves to Alaska, marries a hunter-fisher and sets off on a quest to eat the right thing.
• January 12th – “New Perspectives in Education” – Inge Kummant presents a follow up film from her January 11th talk.
• January 19th – “Crown of the Continent” – Learn about Wrangell Saint Elias National Park and Preserve.
• January 26th – “Sixty Degrees North at 500 feet” – Take the co-pilot seat and see mountain ranges, glaciers, tundra and more.
• February 2nd – “New Perspectives in Education” – Inge Kummant presents a follow up film from her February 1st talk.
• February 9th through March 16th – “National Parks: America’s Best Idea” – an award winning Ken Burn’s series on the history of national parks. A different episode will be shown each Saturday.
• March 23rd – “Building Alaska” – engineering projects that have made Alaska habitable in modern times.
• March 30th – “Klondike Gold Rush” – several films on the history of the Klondike Gold Rush.

Location
Southeast Alaska Discovery Center

Doors open at 2:00 pm at the Ted Ferry Civic Center for family friendly matinee performance of “Re-invent” the 27th Annual Wearable Art Show.  The show starts at 3:00 pm.

Location
Ted Ferry Civic Center

The Alaska Association of Student Government is sponsoring the making of a film regarding suicide prevention. The filming process by professional  film makers will soon begin.  The plan is to be able to distribute this short movie to schools in Alaska to provide Suicide Prevention Awareness.

To help offset the cost of travel and other expenses, we will be holding a carnival at the Craig City Community  Gym on Saturday, February 2nd. The carnival games will begin at 5:00 PM and end at 8:00 PM.  Everyone is invited to come join us, win some prizes, and have a good time.  Tickets will be sold at $1.00 a piece, or 11 for ten dollars.  Each booth will have a specified number of tickets needed to play the game.

Location
Craig City Gym

Doors open at 7:00 pm at the Ted Ferry Civic Center for “Re-invent” the 27th Annual Wearable Art Show.  The show starts at 8:00 pm.  No host bar and hors de oeuvres.  There may be some pieces with adult subject matter, parental discretion advised.

Location
Ted Ferry Civic Center

The Wearable After Party begins at the Cape Fox Lodge following the Saturday Wearable Art show.  Dance the night away and compete in the Bizarre Bra contest.

Location
Cape Fox Lodge

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 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

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

Location
Cape Fox Lodge

This is a free class.  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

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

You can learn about volunteer opportunities with the Girl Scouts in a meeting beginning at 6:30 pm at the Ketchikan Public Library.  For more information call Sheila Miller at 617-2160.

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

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.

There is an organizational meeting for the upcoming 40 Days For Life prayer vigil campaign in Ketchikan, Feb 13 – March 24.

We will be meeting Thursday mornings at the Refiners Roast @ 8:00 AM.   First meeting is this Jan. 17th.

For more information, contact Rob Holston.

Location
Refiner's Roast

The Early Learning Program is providing free developmental, vision and hearing screenings for children under 3 years of age each Wednesday from 9:30 am to 10:30 am at the Public Health Center.  Call 225-7825 to schedule and appointment.

Location
Public Heath

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 Department of Transportation is holding an Open House from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Ted Ferry Civic Center.  Input is sought on how to improve the busy portions of Mill, Front and Stedman Streets between Deermount and Grant Streets.

The purpose of the project is to provide for the safe passage of pedestrians and vehicles within the highly traveled central tourism area.

To learn more about the project please visit www.brooks-alaska/ketchikan or contact Anne Brooks at 272-1877.

Location
Ted Ferry Civic Center

Meets the first Wednesday of each month.

Location
Alicia Roberts Medical Center

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

Open Craft Night is from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Totem Heritage Center.  Join others while working on your weaving, carving and regalia projects.

Location
Totem Heritage Center

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

Women in Fisheries Discussion Panel – February 7th from 6-9 pm in Sitka at the Centennial Hall.    SMHS is hosting a discussion in Sitka on Women in the Fisheries, with women fishermen Tele Aadsen, Linda Behnken, Linda Danner, Pat Kehoe, Marie Laws & Coral Pendell.
Email sitkamaritime@gmail.com with questions

Location
Sitka Centennial Hall

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

Girl Scouts has named February 8 National Girl Scout Cookie Day in celebration of its $790million cookie program — the largest girl-led business in the world. Girls across the nation will be asking their 50 million cookie fans to order more cookie boxes in recognition of the important role the cookie program plays in teaching girls skills that help them become successful leaders in business and their communities.   Ketchikan Girl Scouts learn  five skills girls by selling cookies — money management, goal setting, decision making, business ethics, and people skills.

Location
Everywhere

The Board of Directors of the Southeast Alaska Power Agency meets in special session at 10:00 am at the SEAPA office, 1900 First Avenue, Suite 318, and by teleconference.  The purpose is to discuss the feasibility of a board retreat.  Call 907-228-2281  for more information.

Location
SEAPA Ofice, 1900 First Avenue, Suite 318

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

Free presentations on a variety of topics, often related to the Forest and Southeast Alaska.  Educational and entertaining for the whole family.  The Discovery Center is located at 50 Main Street in Ketchikan.  Programs start at 7:00 pm.

2013  Schedule:

• January 4 – “A Sweet story from Southeast Alaska: syrup tips” with Faith Duncan
• January 11 – “New Perspectives in Education: The Finland Phenomenon” with Inge Kummant
• January 18 – “Tongass Salmon Production and Status” with Ron Medel
• January 25 – “The Evolution of Sails and Sail Making” with Louie Bartos
• February 1 – “New Perspectives in Education: The Science Behind Montessori” with Inge Kummant
• February 8 – “Paradise Valley Glacier Exploration” with Karen Dillman
• February 15 – “Museum Collection: Where and How” with Tommy Joseph
• February 22 – “South America to Alaska and Back: Bird Migration” with Will Young
• March 1 – “Wildlife: A Day in Ketchikan” with Susan Hoyt and Mike Smith
• March 8 – “Stories in the Sky” with Sis Coenen
• March 15 – “Timber and Totems: Revisiting Alaska’s New Deal Totem Partks” with Dr. Emily Moore
• March 22 – Cancelled
• March 29 – ” Would You Like to Be A Wilderness Ranger?” with Jacob Hofman

Location
Southeast Alaska Discovery Center

Location
Presbyterian Church on Second Avenue

It’s Funday at the Tongass Historical Museum is from 10:00 am to 12 noon.   Families & children of all ages are invited to participate in a variety of hands-on crafts and activities related to fishing.  You can also explore the exhibit, “New England Fish Company – A 1930 Photo Album.”

Location
Tongass Historical Museum

A three part video series “Weight of the Nation” will be shown at 10:00 am at the Ketchikan Public Library.  The documentary highlights how obesity affects our health and cripples the healthcare system.  Part 1 shows February 2nd, Part 2 is on February 9th, and Part 3 airs February 16th.  Discussion will follow.

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

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

The Southeast Alaska Discovery Center shows free movies on Saturday afternoons.  Following is the 2013 schedule.

• January 5th – “Eating Alaska” – a vegetarian moves to Alaska, marries a hunter-fisher and sets off on a quest to eat the right thing.
• January 12th – “New Perspectives in Education” – Inge Kummant presents a follow up film from her January 11th talk.
• January 19th – “Crown of the Continent” – Learn about Wrangell Saint Elias National Park and Preserve.
• January 26th – “Sixty Degrees North at 500 feet” – Take the co-pilot seat and see mountain ranges, glaciers, tundra and more.
• February 2nd – “New Perspectives in Education” – Inge Kummant presents a follow up film from her February 1st talk.
• February 9th through March 16th – “National Parks: America’s Best Idea” – an award winning Ken Burn’s series on the history of national parks. A different episode will be shown each Saturday.
• March 23rd – “Building Alaska” – engineering projects that have made Alaska habitable in modern times.
• March 30th – “Klondike Gold Rush” – several films on the history of the Klondike Gold Rush.

Location
Southeast Alaska Discovery Center

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

WISH’s “Women of Distinction” Dinner begins at the Ted Ferry Civic Center with a reception at 5:30 pm.  Dinner follows at 6:30 pm.  Honored this year are Charlotte Glover, Elizabeth Nelson, Tris Nausid and Alma Parker.

Location
Ted Ferry Civic Center

Musician John Elliott performs at 7:00 pm at the North Tongass Community Club.

Location
North Tongass Community Club

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

2013 Innovation Summit

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Innovative Presenters  |  Interactive Session  |  Intelligent Ideas for Business

INNOVATION SUMMIT PRESENTERS
Patrick Quinton Executive Director Portland Development Commission ………….. Best Practices in Regional Innovation Collaboration	Dane Smith Managing Director FSG ……………… Creating Business Value by Creating Social Value	Anand Vadapalli CEO Alaska Communications …………… The Innovators  – Alaskan business leaders share their experiences with Innovation	Jim Kastama former Washington State Senator …………… The Role of Government in Supporting Innovation

2013 INNOVATION SUMMIT SCHEDULE

INNOVATION SUMMIT – REGISTRATION FEES

Location
Centennial Hall - Juneau

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

Intermediate Northwest Coast Carving: Ladles
Instructor:  Tommy Joseph
February 11 – 19, 2013
Mondays – Friday, 6 – 9 PM;
Saturday, 10 AM – 4 PM;
Sunday, 1 – 4 PM
Registration Fee:  $225
Prerequisite:  Beginning NWC Carving

Tlingit carver Tommy Joseph will teach students how to design and carve an alder feast ladle.  Ladles are functional utensils used for serving, and they are also beautifully-crafted works of art, treasured for generations.  Ladles can be a wide array of forms, with clean elegant lines or incorporating intricate interlocking figures.  Tommy Joseph will help you refine your carving and three-dimensional design skills as you create this intermediate-level project.

Location
Totem Heritage Cente

The Teen Advisory Group or TAG meets at 6:00 pm at the Ketchikan Public Library.

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

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

2013 Innovation Summit

REGISTER NOW

Innovative Presenters  |  Interactive Session  |  Intelligent Ideas for Business

INNOVATION SUMMIT PRESENTERS
Patrick Quinton Executive Director Portland Development Commission ………….. Best Practices in Regional Innovation Collaboration	Dane Smith Managing Director FSG ……………… Creating Business Value by Creating Social Value	Anand Vadapalli CEO Alaska Communications …………… The Innovators  – Alaskan business leaders share their experiences with Innovation	Jim Kastama former Washington State Senator …………… The Role of Government in Supporting Innovation

2013 INNOVATION SUMMIT SCHEDULE

INNOVATION SUMMIT – REGISTRATION FEES

Location
Centennial Hall - Juneau

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

The Inter-island Ferry Authority Board of Directors is holding a special meeting on Tuesday, February 12th, beginning at 10:00 am.  The meeting will be held at the IFA Office in Hollis, and by teleconference.  For more information, call 907-530-4800 or go to www.interislandferry.com

Location
IFA Hollis Office

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 Early Learning Program is providing free developmental, vision and hearing screenings for children under 3 years of age each Wednesday from 9:30 am to 10:30 am at the Public Health Center.  Call 225-7825 to schedule and appointment.

Location
Public Heath

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 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

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

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 Board of Education of the Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District will meet in regular session on Wednesday, February 13, 2013, in the Borough Assembly Chambers. The meeting  begins at 6 p.m.

Location
Borough Assembly Chambers

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

September through February, the Southeast Senior Services is offering monthly trainings  for caregivers in the community.  The sessions are being held at the Ketchikan Senior Center, 1016 Water Street.  Sessions begin at 5:00 pm.

• September 13th – “Effective communication with people experiencing vision and hearing loss” Presented by Brenda Loughman, Low Vision Support Specialist
• October 11th – “Healthy diets and soft food diets for chronic disease management” Presented by Kate Cessnun, KMC Dietitian
• December 13th – “Medication management and proper disposal” Presented by Barry Christensen, Island Pharmacy Technician
• January 10th – “Caregiver advocacy strategies” Presented by Kevin Gadsy, Independent Living Specialist SAIL
• February 14th – “Legal documents that are wise to prepare with your loved ones” Presented by Devra Milam, Paralegal Alaska Legal Services

Location
Ketchikan Senior 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

February 14th marks the 15th anniversary of V-Day, a worldwide walk/dance out to raise awareness about violence against women. Globally, one in three women will be victims of physical or sexual assault and Ketchikan is participating in this worldwide event to stand up together against this injustice.

Both men and women are invited to attend this demonstration from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. We will gather at the corner of Tongass Avenue and Jefferson Street in the First Bank parking lot.

Bring posters with either statistics about violence against women, why you are rising, current events involving violence against women, facts about WISH, Ketchikan, or Alaska, or something else. WISH will provide posters as well. The V-Day colors are red, pink, black and white.

For more information visit the V-Day website at: www.vday.org

Music will be playing for optional dancing, and some dances will be performed. If you are interested in participating in the flash mob dance, contact Aftan Lynch, WISH prevention specialist, at 228-4090

Location
Corner of Tongass and Jefferson

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

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

Free presentations on a variety of topics, often related to the Forest and Southeast Alaska.  Educational and entertaining for the whole family.  The Discovery Center is located at 50 Main Street in Ketchikan.  Programs start at 7:00 pm.

2013  Schedule:

• January 4 – “A Sweet story from Southeast Alaska: syrup tips” with Faith Duncan
• January 11 – “New Perspectives in Education: The Finland Phenomenon” with Inge Kummant
• January 18 – “Tongass Salmon Production and Status” with Ron Medel
• January 25 – “The Evolution of Sails and Sail Making” with Louie Bartos
• February 1 – “New Perspectives in Education: The Science Behind Montessori” with Inge Kummant
• February 8 – “Paradise Valley Glacier Exploration” with Karen Dillman
• February 15 – “Museum Collection: Where and How” with Tommy Joseph
• February 22 – “South America to Alaska and Back: Bird Migration” with Will Young
• March 1 – “Wildlife: A Day in Ketchikan” with Susan Hoyt and Mike Smith
• March 8 – “Stories in the Sky” with Sis Coenen
• March 15 – “Timber and Totems: Revisiting Alaska’s New Deal Totem Partks” with Dr. Emily Moore
• March 22 – Cancelled
• March 29 – ” Would You Like to Be A Wilderness Ranger?” with Jacob Hofman

Location
Southeast Alaska Discovery Center

Tommy Joseph, Northwest coast carver, instructor and gallery owner from Sitka, will give a slideshow presentation focusing on Northwest Coast art and artifacts in museum collections.  Art and artifacts of the Northwest Coast Native peoples can be found in museum collections in the areas where they were made, but there are also many pieces that are a long way from home.  Museums in Chicago, Brooklyn, Pennsylvania and other distant North American locations house impressive Northwest Coast Native collections, as do museums in Europe and Russia. Tommy Joseph, renowned Tlingit carver, will share his museum collections research, and will discuss where Northwest Coast artifacts are now located and how they got there. Following the location of artifacts can be a revealing look at the history of contact and how it has affected the culture of our area.

Location
Southeast Alaska Discovery Center

Location
Presbyterian Church on Second Avenue

Elizabeth Wanamaker Peratrovich, a Tlingit Native Alaskan, worked to end racial discrimination against Alaska Natives.  Born in 1911 and raised in Alaska, Peratovich attended college in Bellingham, Washington, where she met and married her husband Roy in 1931.  They returned to Alaska ten years later to raise their family.  They were shocked by the blatant discrimination against Native Alaskans similar to the discriminatory policies toward African Americans before the 1950s and’60 Civil Rights Movement.  For example, many storefronts and businesses displayed signs stating “No Natives Allowed” and “No Dogs, No Natives.”  Many Natives faced unemployment and poverty due to segregation and discrimination based on their race.

In February 1945, the Territorial Senate met as a Committee of the Whole to discuss equal rights and a bill that would prohibit racial discrimination in Alaska.  Many senators spoke against equal rights at the committee, refusing to recognize that there was a problem.  Some of what they said included statements like, “the bill would aggravate the already hard feelings between Natives and whites,” and “the bill was unnecessary,” and “the real answer was in the separation of the races.”

The legislative custom at the time was to open the floor to anyone present who wished to speak on the bill.  Peratrovich was present as a representative from the Alaska Native Sisterhood.  She was the final speaker of the day.  She opened her eloquent speech about prejudice and injustice by saying, “I would not have expected that I, who am barely out of savagery, would have to remind gentlemen with five thousand years of recorded civilization behind them of our Bill of Rights.”  Peratrovich spoke about what life was like for her and other Native Alaskans as second-class citizens.  At the end of her speech she condemned the men’s “superior race” attitude.  Her speech was met with thunderous applause.  The Senate then passed the Alaska Civil Rights Act by a vote of 11 to 5.

It took forty years for Peratrovich’s efforts to be widely recognition.  In 1988, the Alaska Legislature established February 16th, the anniversary of the signing of the Anti-Discrimination Act, as “The Annual Elizabeth Peratrovich Day.”

(Text from the National Women’s History Museum).

A three part video series “Weight of the Nation” will be shown at 10:00 am at the Ketchikan Public Library.  The documentary highlights how obesity affects our health and cripples the healthcare system.  Part 1 shows February 2nd, Part 2 is on February 9th, and Part 3 airs February 16th.  Discussion will follow.

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

Come to Big Brothers Big Sisters Drive-By BBQ for a free hot dog and get involved in our annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake event! You can start a team, join a team, or become a sponsor. It’s free, it’s fun, and benefits local youth. Have lunch with us 11 am – 1 pm on Feb 16th at Liberty Tax Service on the corner of Tongass and Jefferson.

Location
Liberty Tax Service

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

The “Rainforest Roller Girls” Roller Derby team practices most Saturdays from 1:45 to 2:45 pm at the Gateway Recreation Center.  New members are welcome.  There is a $5 fee to participate.

Location
Gateway Recreation Center

Elizabeth Peratrovich Day will be celebrated in Klawock with a parade at 2:00 pm. ANB and ANS members are encouraged to walk from the fire hall to the Klawock Gym.  There will be a reception at 4:30 pm and a potluck at 5:00 pm.  All are welcome.

Location
Klawock

The Southeast Alaska Discovery Center shows free movies on Saturday afternoons.  Following is the 2013 schedule.

• January 5th – “Eating Alaska” – a vegetarian moves to Alaska, marries a hunter-fisher and sets off on a quest to eat the right thing.
• January 12th – “New Perspectives in Education” – Inge Kummant presents a follow up film from her January 11th talk.
• January 19th – “Crown of the Continent” – Learn about Wrangell Saint Elias National Park and Preserve.
• January 26th – “Sixty Degrees North at 500 feet” – Take the co-pilot seat and see mountain ranges, glaciers, tundra and more.
• February 2nd – “New Perspectives in Education” – Inge Kummant presents a follow up film from her February 1st talk.
• February 9th through March 16th – “National Parks: America’s Best Idea” – an award winning Ken Burn’s series on the history of national parks. A different episode will be shown each Saturday.
• March 23rd – “Building Alaska” – engineering projects that have made Alaska habitable in modern times.
• March 30th – “Klondike Gold Rush” – several films on the history of the Klondike Gold Rush.

Location
Southeast Alaska Discovery Center

The Fancy Nancy Tea Party is from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Ketchikan Public Library.  There will be snacks and crafts.  You are invited to wear your “fanciest” attire.  This is a free event.

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

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

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 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

Advanced Regalia: Button Robes
Instructor:  Janice Jackson
February 18 – March 6, 2013
Mondays – Fridays, 6 – 9 PM
(Friday, March 1, 6 – 10 PM)
Registration Fee:  $225 Students are responsible for providing their own class materials. 100% wool and felt fabric is recommended.
Prerequisite: Intermediate Regalia OR equivalent regalia experience (waivers are available).

Button robes are the most widely recognized ceremonial garments of the people of the Northwest Coast. Since the mid-18th Century, button robes have served to identify family lineages and document histories. In this class, students create a traditional-style robe with appliquéd designs, beadwork and buttons. Use your own crest, or create a non-crest design. Instructor Janice Jackson will guide you through all the steps in creating this traditional regalia piece.

Location
Totem Heritage Center

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

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 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

Location
Thorne Bay City Hall

The Early Learning Program is providing free developmental, vision and hearing screenings for children under 3 years of age each Wednesday from 9:30 am to 10:30 am at the Public Health Center.  Call 225-7825 to schedule and appointment.

Location
Public Heath

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 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

There will be a public meeting from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Craig Tribal Association Hall for the Tongass Forest Plan 5-year review.    This will include a brief review of the Tongass National Forest Land & Resource Management Plan and provide time for comments. Comments on the Plan can also be submitted online at tnf-5yearreview.com

Location
Craig Tribal Association Hall

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

Location
Thorne Bay 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

There will be a public meeting from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Ted Ferry Civic Center for the Tongass Forest Plan 5-year review.    This will include a brief review of the Tongass National Forest Land & Resource Management Plan and provide time for comments. Comments on the Plan can also be submitted online at tnf-5yearreview.com

Location
Ted Ferry Civic 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

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 Ad Hoc Animal Protection Committee is scheduled to tour the Pat Wise Animal Shelter, 1111 Stedman Street, at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, February 22, 2013. Immediately following the tour, the committee will meet at noon in Borough Assembly Chambers, 1900 First Avenue. The committee will be discussing tasks associated with Animal Protection issues. The public is invited to attend.

Free presentations on a variety of topics, often related to the Forest and Southeast Alaska.  Educational and entertaining for the whole family.  The Discovery Center is located at 50 Main Street in Ketchikan.  Programs start at 7:00 pm.

2013  Schedule:

• January 4 – “A Sweet story from Southeast Alaska: syrup tips” with Faith Duncan
• January 11 – “New Perspectives in Education: The Finland Phenomenon” with Inge Kummant
• January 18 – “Tongass Salmon Production and Status” with Ron Medel
• January 25 – “The Evolution of Sails and Sail Making” with Louie Bartos
• February 1 – “New Perspectives in Education: The Science Behind Montessori” with Inge Kummant
• February 8 – “Paradise Valley Glacier Exploration” with Karen Dillman
• February 15 – “Museum Collection: Where and How” with Tommy Joseph
• February 22 – “South America to Alaska and Back: Bird Migration” with Will Young
• March 1 – “Wildlife: A Day in Ketchikan” with Susan Hoyt and Mike Smith
• March 8 – “Stories in the Sky” with Sis Coenen
• March 15 – “Timber and Totems: Revisiting Alaska’s New Deal Totem Partks” with Dr. Emily Moore
• March 22 – Cancelled
• March 29 – ” Would You Like to Be A Wilderness Ranger?” with Jacob Hofman

Location
Southeast Alaska Discovery Center

Location
Presbyterian Church on Second Avenue

AARP Tax Aide offers free tax preparation help and e-filing to those with simple tax returns.  Assistance is available each Saturday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Ketchikan Public Library.  Bring last year’s return, documents for this year, and ID.  Tax help continues each Saturday through April 13th.

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

Tongass Federal Credit Union is 50 years old this year!

Members founded this credit union in 1963, and 50 years is a great milestone.

This year’s annual membership meeting is Saturday, February 23rd at the Ted Ferry Civic Center.

Doors open at 11:00 and we can help you with internet banking, the new mobile web banking, Debit Cards, loan applications and much more.  Lunch is on us.  There’s a short business meeting at noon, followed by drawings for door prizes – including cash.

The Tongass Federal Credit Union annual membership meeting —-

We have lots to celebrate, so come join us Saturday Feb. 23^rd.

If you’re a MEMBER, then you’re an OWNER, because Tongass Federal Credit Union is a financial cooperative.

Not a member?  It’s time to join.  Membership opened to those who live and work in Southern Southeast Alaska. Or stop by a branch in Ketchikan, Metlakatla, Klawock and Thorne Bay to learn more.

Location
Ted Ferry Civic Center

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

The “Rainforest Roller Girls” Roller Derby team practices most Saturdays from 1:45 to 2:45 pm at the Gateway Recreation Center.  New members are welcome.  There is a $5 fee to participate.

Location
Gateway Recreation Center

The Southeast Alaska Discovery Center shows free movies on Saturday afternoons.  Following is the 2013 schedule.

• January 5th – “Eating Alaska” – a vegetarian moves to Alaska, marries a hunter-fisher and sets off on a quest to eat the right thing.
• January 12th – “New Perspectives in Education” – Inge Kummant presents a follow up film from her January 11th talk.
• January 19th – “Crown of the Continent” – Learn about Wrangell Saint Elias National Park and Preserve.
• January 26th – “Sixty Degrees North at 500 feet” – Take the co-pilot seat and see mountain ranges, glaciers, tundra and more.
• February 2nd – “New Perspectives in Education” – Inge Kummant presents a follow up film from her February 1st talk.
• February 9th through March 16th – “National Parks: America’s Best Idea” – an award winning Ken Burn’s series on the history of national parks. A different episode will be shown each Saturday.
• March 23rd – “Building Alaska” – engineering projects that have made Alaska habitable in modern times.
• March 30th – “Klondike Gold Rush” – several films on the history of the Klondike Gold Rush.

Location
Southeast Alaska Discovery 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

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 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

The Teen Advisory Group or TAG meets at 6:00 pm at the Ketchikan Public Library.

Location
Ketchikan Public Library

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

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 Early Learning Program is providing free developmental, vision and hearing screenings for children under 3 years of age each Wednesday from 9:30 am to 10:30 am at the Public Health Center.  Call 225-7825 to schedule and appointment.

Location
Public Heath

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 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

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

Location
Borough Assembly Chambers

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 public is invited to meet the UAS Ketchikan Campus Director candidate –Voytek Panas, Ph.D. and offer their written opinions and recommendations at the UASK Campus Library, located at 2600 Seventh Avenue. The meeting is at noon. For more information call 228-4567.

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