Weekly Calendar of Upcoming Events and Performances
To have your event added to The Arts and Culture Calendar contact
info@KetchikanArts.org
907-225-2211
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"Tongass to Tidewaters: Block Prints of SE Alaska" a solo exhibit by Rachelle Bonnett
Come out for the Opening Reception of "Tongass to Tidewaters: Block Prints of SE Alaska", a solo exhibit by Juneau artist Rachelle Bonnett. Rachelle uses printmaking, local charts, and watercolor to create her works for this exhibit.
See and purchase works from the Online Main Street Gallery at the link below.
image: "Thunder Mountain" by Rachelle Bonnett
"The Crucible" - First City Players - CANCELLED
*This performance was cancelled because Kayhi could not be opened on account of the recent rock slide blocking Tongass Avenue.
Widely considered a masterpiece, this timeless classic challenges American ideas of power, intolerance, and justice in this partially-fictionalized dramatization of the Salem Witch Trials.
Open Mic!
A fabulous night will be had by all!
BOOMbal Dance Hall
BOOMbal Dance Hall in March!!!
Ketchikan Community Concert Band Rehearsal - CANCELLED
The March 24th KCCB rehearsal has been cancelled due to the rock slide and subsequent closure of Tongass Ave. Watch for emails from Jeff about the March 31st rehearsal!
Animals Art Competition
We are pleased to announce our third Animals online Art Competition for the month of April 2025. This call invites artists and photographers to showcase their finest artworks inspired by the world of animals. Submissions may explore a range of interpretations, including representational, abstract, and conceptual approaches. All visual art mediums are allowed.
In addition to the selected artists, the jury will select award winners in the following art categories: painting, photography, sculpture. All selected artists will receive a digital award certificate. An article about each artist will be displayed alongside the best of show and three winners. The best of show will be displayed on the poster of the exhibition. Judging the artwork will be based on the following criteria: creativity, originality and quality of art, overall design, demonstration of artistic ability, and usage of medium. The jury will not consider artworks with pornographic or satanic content. Entry fees are $20 for two pieces of artwork. You may submit more than two images; there is no limit to the number of images an artist may submit. The application deadline is March 26, 2025.
Ketchikan Chamber Orchesta Rehearsal
The Ketchikan Chamber Orchestra rehearses for the Spring 2025 performance!!!!
"The Crucible" - First City Players PAY WHAT YOU CAN
Attend the Final Dress Rehearsal for "Crucible" in this "Pay What You Can" performance. There are no pre-sales for admission for the dress rehearsal/performance.
Widely considered a masterpiece, this timeless classic challenges American ideas of power, intolerance, and justice in this partially-fictionalized dramatization of the Salem Witch Trials.
2025 Innovate Grant
❄️ WINTER * $1,800.00 Innovate Grants for Art + Photo
Deadline: Thursday, March 27, 2025 11:59pm PST
WINTER 2025 OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS — Innovate Grant is thrilled to introduce our newly increased award amounts of $1,800.00.
Innovate Grant awards (2) $1,800.00 grants each quarter, to one Visual Artist and one Photographer. In addition, (12) honorable mentions (6 in art and 6 in photo), will be featured on our website and join a growing community of vibrant and talented artists. Innovate Grant's commitment extends beyond the grant cycle by promoting the work of selected winners and honorable mentions into the future.
Innovate Grant supports artists and photographers through quarterly grants. We've simplified the grant process, so that artists and photographers can focus on making their innovative work. The work should speak for itself and our application reflects that.
Innovate Grant awards:
+ 1 x $1,800.00 Grant to a Visual Artist
+ 1 x $1,800.00 Grant to a Photographer
+ 12 x Honorable Mentions
Explore the work of ALL Past Innovate Grant recipients and read their interviews at https://innovateartistgrants.org
How to Apply: Visual Artists and Photographers 18 years and older, from all around the world, are eligible to apply. All media and genres are accepted. All applicants retain the right to the work they submit. Apply today at https://innovateartistgrants.org
Arts Report on KRBD
Each week at approximately 8:20 am KRBD hosts the Ketchikan Area Arts and Humanities Council for their weekly report on arts and humanities in Ketchikan and the surrounding area. Get a synopsis of the local music scene, performances, Gallery exhibits, pop-ups, and Calls to artists. The Arts Report often features special guests from the Ketchikan Theatre Ballet, Artists, and Curators. Tune in weekly to KRBD 105.3 FM Ketchikan, Metlakatla and Saxman, 107.1 FM North Ketchikan, Ward Cove, and Ketchikan, 101.7: Craig, 90.7: North Point Higgins, 90.1: Mountain Point, Hydaburg, Klawock, and Thorne Bay.
If you would like your event to be aired in the Arts Report please let us know by the Thursday prior.
The Ukelele Group
Bring your ukulele and have some fun playing with the group.
Meets on Thursdays at 3:00pm at the Bayside Hotel!
"The Crucible" - First City Players NEWLY SCHEDULED
Widely considered a masterpiece, this timeless classic challenges American ideas of power, intolerance, and justice in this partially-fictionalized dramatization of the Salem Witch Trials.
Call to Artist - Alaska Hummingbird Festival 2025 Submission Deadline
Artwork must include birds, avian habitat and/or migratory bird patterns from the
list provided on the back page.
➢ Artwork must be recent, original, and not previously exhibited in Ketchikan,
Alaska. Open to all Alaskan artists working in all media with a maximum of two
entries per artist. Label each piece with“item 1” and“item 2” to correspond with
each entry form.
➢ All two-dimensional entries must be framed and ready to hang (hardware, wire
etc.) All three-dimensional entries must be ready for display. Note on entry form
if you include stands or props with your piece.
➢ Mailed entries must include return postage.
ALASKA HUMMINGBIRD FESTIVAL 2025
JURIED ART SHOW ENTRY FORM
Artist Information:
Name:
Address:
➢ You may sell your artwork at the exhibit. Proceeds benefit the artist (65%) and
the Alaska Hummingbird Festival juried art show through Cape Fox Cultural
Foundation (35%).
Submit your work to:
Southeast Alaska Discovery Center
ATTN: Alaska Hummingbird Festival
50 Main Street, Ketchikan, Alaska 99901
Dates to Remember:
Entry Closing Date: Friday, March 28, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
Opening Reception: Friday, April 4, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Hosted by the Cape Fox Cultural Foundation
The art show will be on display at the
Southeast Alaska Discovery Center until May 30, 2025.
Prizes:
Adult Best of Show (18 & up) - $500.00 Juvenile Best of Show -$100.00
Adult First Prize - $300.00 Juvenile First Prize - $75.00
Adult Honorable Mention - $200.00 Juvenile Honorable Mention - $50.00
We reserve the right to exclude work that is inappropriate for this exhibit or is not
properly prepared for display. Your work will be treated with care. The Forest Service
and the Cape Fox Cultural Foundation are not responsible for loss or damage of
artwork.
For questions contact Hazel Brewi at 228-6246 or hazel.brewi@usda.gov
Japan Day
Date: March 29, 2025
? Location: The Plaza Mall
Enjoy traditional activities plus learn about the Ketchikan-Gero-Kanayama Exchange Program! ?✈️
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate friendship between Ketchikan & Japan! Bring your friends and family for a fun, cultural experience! ?
Friday Night Insights - "Ketchikan - Gero Kanayama Exchange"
The Ketchikan Gero Kanayama Exchange with Japan is the longest, near continuously running sister city
educational exchange in Alaska, if not the United States. Hear from former teachers and students about
the exchange’s history, future, and the positive effects it’s had on hundreds of people over the past 38
years.
"The Crucible" - First City Players
Widely considered a masterpiece, this timeless classic challenges American ideas of power, intolerance, and justice in this partially-fictionalized dramatization of the Salem Witch Trials.
Starpath Theatre Classes - First City Players
Classes for grades 1- 12!! Scholarships are available!!!
Mission Street Local Arts Market - Macrame Bracelet class
Have fun making your own macrame bracelets. Join local artist Lori Skaggs, owner of Wicked Awesome Craftinators, for a fun class that is open to the public. No experience necessary. Class is limited to 10 students. Cost is $25, including all supplies. To sign up call 907-617-3251, space is limited so call now. If the class does not fill by Saturday, walk-ins are welcome.
"The Crucible" - First City Players
Widely considered a masterpiece, this timeless classic challenges American ideas of power, intolerance, and justice in this partially-fictionalized dramatization of the Salem Witch Trials.
Image Credits
TOP ROW (L-R)
Stephen Jackson, Seward Shame Pole, Saxman, Alaska, 2017 - Ketchikan Community Concert Band, image credit Felix Wong - Evy Posey, "Cosmic Wyvern", Mixed UP the 35th Annual Wearable Art Show, 2021 – Ricardo Búrquez, "My World", 2016 - Evon Zerbetz & Rich Stage, "A Trip to the Library", 2012 - Terry Pyles, "Yeltatzie Salmon", 2015
BOTTOM ROW (L-R)
Kathy Flora, Marcie Pungowiyi, New Path Dancers, "Thunder”, ShapeShift the 26th Annual Wearable Art Show, 2012, image credit Ernie Meloche - Rhonda Green, Tongass Historical Museum entry gate, 2021 - Ketchikan Theatre Ballet, Spring Gala "The Four Seasons" May 2021 - Nathan Jackson, "New Thundering Wings", 2016 – First City Players, "39 Steps", Jack Finnegan, 2021, image credit Jeff Fitzwater - Jackie Keizer "Sailing Off Into A Tequila Sunrise", Mixed UP the 35th Annual Wearable Art, image credit Jeanette Sweetman 2021 - Shawna Hofmann, Andiamo Dance Company, image credit Jeanette Sweetman, 2021- Ricardo Búrquez, “Pipe Junction” 2021 - Isreal Shotridge, Chief Johnson's Totem Pole, Ketchikan, AK. 1955

