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Celebrate spring with Jensen-Olson Arboretum events in May

Spring is here and the Jensen-Olson Arboretum’s flowering plants—including its nationally-recognized primula collection—are in bloom! Join JOA for events throughout May to get outdoors and celebrate the arrival of spring and summer in Juneau.

Mother’s Day Celebration
Sunday, May 11 | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Enjoy live music and light refreshments in a beautiful garden setting. All ages welcome.

Guided Garden Tour
Friday, May 16 | 1 – 2:15 p.m.
Join us for a free tour highlighting the Arboretum’s renowned Primula collection. This event is part of the three-day American Primrose Society National Show, which this year takes place in Juneau. For more information about show events, including displays, judging, tours, and gardening workshops, visit bit.ly/primrose2025.

Native Plant Walk
Sunday, May 25 | 11 a.m.
Learn about Southeast Alaska’s native trees and shrubs on a guided garden walk.
Registration required: Email [email protected]

Family Beach Exploration
Saturday, May 31 | 10 a.m.
This hands-on, educational program for children ages 6–12 takes place during low tide, offering the perfect chance to see the beach habitat in action. Please keep in mind that all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Space is limited: Register at bit.ly/registerCBJparks

The Arboretum is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday during the summer. For information about location and access, visit bit.ly/CBJJOA.

For more information, contact Arboretum Manager Ginger Hudson at (907) 789-0139 or [email protected].

May 2nd, 2025|

Join May 7 open house for public comment on Downtown Douglas/West Juneau draft area plan

The Downtown Douglas/West Juneau (DD/WJ) Steering Committee is seeking public comment on the draft DD/WJ Area Plan. This plan encompasses the area from Sandy Beach to the Douglas Bridge, and, if adopted, will become part of CBJ’s Comprehensive Plan, a big-picture guide that helps the city decide how to grow and develop over the next 20 years.

The steering committee will host an open house on Wednesday, May 7 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. to discuss the draft plan and gather feedback. Community members who live, work, and/or recreate in the Douglas/West Juneau area are encouraged to attend to learn more about the plan and provide feedback on the vision, goals, and actions it proposes.

What: Public open house for draft Downtown Douglas/West Juneau Area Plan

When: May 7, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: Sayéik: Gastineau Community School Commons

View the draft plan online at bit.ly/DDWJAreaPlan.

Submit your comments to [email protected]. The public comment period is open through Wednesday, May 21.

May 1st, 2025|

“May the fourth be with you” at Treadwell Arena’s final skate on May 4

Join Juneau Parks & Recreation for one last adventure on the ice as we wrap up the season with a Star Wars-themed public skate at Treadwell Arena on Sunday, May 4 from 6:45–8:15 p.m.

Come dressed as your favorite Jedi, Sith, or Star Wars character—costumes are highly encouraged, and admission is free for anyone in themed attire. Whether you’re wielding a lightsaber or channeling your inner droid, this is your chance to skate into the galaxy.

Enjoy music, lights, and interstellar vibes as we send off the season in style. All ages welcome!

For questions, contact Treadwell Arena at (907) 586-0410 or visit treadwellarena.org.

April 30th, 2025|

Updates to CBJ public meeting schedule for April 30-May 1

The following updates have been made to the CBJ public meetings calendar for April 30-May 1:

The Juneau Human Rights Commission will meet on Wednesday, April 30 at 5 p.m. via Zoom only.

Zoom link: https://juneau.zoom.us/j/9221141227?pwd=em1sMTVidkxzVW9XYTlnc3U1YWZwZz09&omn=88955481287

Dial-in: 1-253-215-8782

Meeting ID: 922 114 1227

Passcode: 306447

The agenda for this meeting is available at juneau-ak.municodemeetings.com/bc-jhrc/page/juneau-human-rights-commission-32.

The Eaglecrest Board Meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 1 has been rescheduled for Thursday, May 15 at 5:30 p.m. in person at the Mendenhall Valley Library and remotely via Zoom.

Zoom link: https://juneau.zoom.us/j/88259484580?pwd=Z0dyTUdKdHh4ZEY0STU0N1M0VnovZz09

Dial-in: 1-253-215-8782

Meeting ID: 882 5948 4580

Passcode: 372236

The agenda for this meeting is available at juneau-ak.municodemeetings.com/bc-eb/page/eaglecrest-board-directors-moved-51.

Find the complete CBJ public meetings calendar at juneau.org/calendar.

April 29th, 2025|

Registration for Youth Outdoor Soccer opens May 5

Registration for CBJ Parks & Recreation’s Youth Outdoor Soccer program will open on Monday, May 5 at 8 a.m. Sign up online through the Parks and Rec registration catalog (under the “Youth and Teen” tab).

The 2025 Youth Outdoor Soccer program for kids ages 5-14 will run for 8 weeks from July through August. Practices will take place for one hour one night a week, with games on Saturdays between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.

The program includes both a coed and a girls’ league, with league divisions organized by age and area. (Please be aware that divisions may be combined if registration numbers are low.) Find out more about league divisions and practice locations on the Outdoor Soccer webpage at bit.ly/ZGYCoutdoorsoccer.

Early bird registration runs through May 18 and costs $55 plus tax. From May 19 onward, registration cost increases to $65 plus tax. Children must turn 5 years old by August 31 to register.

Scholarships are available. Learn more at bit.ly/ZGYCScholarships or fill out the online form to apply.

Youth soccer relies on volunteer coaches. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Amanda Lovejoy at [email protected] or (907) 586-2635 ext. 4156.

April 29th, 2025|