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Summer hours at Jensen-Olson Arboretum begin April 3

April 1, 2024 – News

The Jensen-Olson Arboretum will move to summer hours beginning April 3. The grounds will be open to visitors Wednesday – Sunday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and closed to the public Monday and Tuesday. This year JOA celebrates its 17th year as a free public display garden in Juneau. The …

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Volunteer with Team Rubicon for Mendenhall River cleanup on April 6

March 29, 2024 – News

Team Rubicon is coming to Juneau to host a Mendenhall River flood debris cleanup—and they’re looking for community volunteers. On Saturday, April 6, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Team Rubicon and Capital City Fire/Rescue boat and land crews will clear debris remaining from the August 2023 glacial outburst flood …

Assembly to hear proposed changes to seasonal campground for unhoused persons

March 29, 2024 – News

The City and Borough of Juneau has proposed a change in location for the seasonal camping site for those experiencing homelessness, previously operated at Mill Campground. The proposed new site is located at the corner of Thane Road and Mill Street, a location that provides ease of access and public …

Juneau Pools to offer lifeguard class April 12-14

March 27, 2024 – News

Parks and Recreation Juneau Pools will offer a lifeguarding class on April 12-14 at Dimond Park Aquatic Center. Participants who successfully complete the class will earn an American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, valid for two years. Registration opens Friday, March 29 at 8 a.m. and closes on Thursday, April 11 …

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Registration for Parks & Rec summer camps opens April 1

March 22, 2024 – News

CBJ Parks & Recreation will offer several weeklong day camps throughout the summer for children ages 5 – 13. Online registration opens Monday, April 1, at noon (click the “Youth & Teen” tab). Each weeklong camp costs $118.75-$170 + tax. A total of 178 spaces are available. Camps are offered …

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Water shutoff for line repairs on Concrete Way

March 22, 2024 – News

This morning a water line break was identified on Concrete Way in Lemon Creek. Water service has been shut off along the street in order to make repairs, which are now underway. Water service will resume once the line has been repaired and flushed and water quality checks performed. The …

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New pay-by-phone parking option for off-street parking begins March 27

March 22, 2024 – News

Beginning Wednesday, March 27 a new pay-by-phone option will be available for CBJ’s hourly parking lots in Downtown Juneau, including Shopper’s Lot, North Franklin Lot, and the Marine Park Garage (Level 1). No changes are being made to parking fees ($0.75 per hour) or enforcement hours (8 a.m. – 4 …

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Celebrate spring by adopting a flower

March 20, 2024 – News

Every year, the City and Borough of Juneau relies on the generosity of local citizens to add beautiful flowers to Juneau’s landscape through the Adopt-A-Flower program. All donations go to funding 200 hanging baskets, 60 flower barrels, and 50 flower beds and planters seen throughout town, from the Juneau International …

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Updates to DPAC Chair Yoga Class Schedule: March – May

March 19, 2024 – News

Please be aware that chair yoga classes at Dimond Park Aquatic Center will not meet on the following dates: Thursday, March 21 Tuesday, April 2 Thursday, April 4 Thursday, April 9 Thursday, April 11 Thursday, May 2 Saturday chair yoga classes at the Dimond Park Field House will not be …

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Skate to Frozen at Treadwell Arena’s Movie on Ice March 23

March 13, 2024 – News

For the first time in forever, Juneau Parks & Recreation is hosting a Movie in the Park at Treadwell Arena! Lace up your skates—or watch from the bleachers—for “Frozen” (PG) on Saturday, March 23. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and the show begins at 5 p.m. This event is presented …