Childhood Collective

10/14/2026

Looking to have some fun?
Join us March 12 & 13, 2027 at our Annual Early Childhood Conference- All for Play, Play for All!

Present at our conference for an opportunity to share your love for learning, have joyful conversations, and free registration!

Our 2027 conference will celebrate the power of playful learning, child-led exploration, and joyful discovery.

Together, we’ll enjoy hands-on activities that inspire curiosity, foster meaningful relationships, and create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children ages birth through five.

Read more and submit your interest by clicking the link in the comments, or contact our Conference Coordinator at [email protected]

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10/13/2026

Nighttime stories with Dolly 🤍

DID YOU KNOW DOLLY CAN READ YOUR KIDS A BEDTIME STORY? 🥹📖💕

Back in 2020, during the COVID shutdowns, Dolly recorded “Goodnight with Dolly”—reading children’s books from her home in Brentwood, Tennessee. Six years later, those recordings are still bringing a little comfort to story time. ❤️

This sweet photo from Trula Lawson Early Childhood Center shows children settling down for rest time with Dolly reading to them. How precious is that? 🦋

So tonight, grab a blanket, snuggle up with your little ones, and let Dolly tell them a story. Parents and grandparents might enjoy it just as much! 😊

🎥 I’ll put the video link in the comments.

Have your kids or grandkids watched “Goodnight with Dolly”? 📚👇

📸 Credit: Trula Lawson Early Childhood Center

10/12/2026

Our office is closed today in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. We recognize and honor the people, cultures, and traditions of this land. We will return to regular services tomorrow 🤍

Indigenous Peoples’ Day: Monday, October 12

Join these campus and community events in recognition of Indigenous Peoples’ Day:

🐳 UAS Juneau: Pull With Me, 6–8 PM (Egan Library Lecture Space)
Join Master Carver Wayne Price and UAS Wooch.een Scholar/Artist Markayla Katchatag as they share two short canoe journey films followed by a discussion. Boiled fish (salmon soup) will be served while supplies last. This event is free and family friendly. For more information, contact [email protected].

🐳 UAS Ketchikan: Living in Peace and Harmony, 10:30 AM – 1 PM (UAS Ketchikan Campus Library)
An open house featuring storytellers, artists’ tables, refreshments, and poster sessions by students from the Ketchikan Indian Community’s Tribal Scholars Program.

🐳 Sitka: Sheetʼká Indigenous Peoples’ Day, 5 PM (Harrigan Centennial Hall)
Dance performances by Mt. Edgecumbe High School dance groups and local Tlingit groups. Fish, rice, and fry bread will be served. Please bring a potluck dish to share. All are welcome.

Paddle artwork: “The Water Spirit” by Yaxlaháat Markayla Katchatag.

"It emphasizes that water is its own being that can be so powerful in one's healing journey. I decided to use the shape of a mini paddle because some of my most meaningful healing has happened while on the water, pulling during Canoe Journey." -Markayla Katchatag



University of Alaska Southeast Ketchikan
University of Alaska Southeast Sitka

10/11/2026

The PFD has arrived, and if you are able, putting some, or even all, of your child’s PFD into an Alaska 529 can be a simple way to start building toward their future.

Alaska 529 savings can be used for a variety of education paths, including college, trade and technical schools, apprenticeships, and other qualified education expenses. Because the money has time to grow, those little contributions made along the way can add up.

You don’t have to have a grand vision or a big amount to start.
A little set aside today can become a gift to your child’s future self.

If you’re curious about what investing a PFD could look like for your family, Alaska 529 has a helpful PFD planner and information about getting started.

Learn more about investing a PFD with Alaska 529: www.alaska529plan.com/home/invest-a-pfd.html

10/08/2026

Hey Juneau, check out these FREE Family Fun events happening this weekend:

Thursday/Tonight:

USS Ted Stevens Downtown Block Party ⚓️
• Thursday, October 8, 4:00 - 8:00 pm
• Front Street
• Live Music, Photo Booth, and Vendors happening downtown on Front Street. The party is free and open to the public, so bring the family, your neighbors, and anyone else who'd like to give this ship a proper Juneau welcome.

Friday:

Breastfeeding Cafe ☕️
• Friday, October 9, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
• Juneau Family Birth Center
• Join us for a warm drop-in gathering for breastfeeding parents and those new to or entering the fourth trimester! Enjoy a cozy atmosphere with tea, snacks, and engaging conversation. Bring your little one, and let's create a joyful space to learn, laugh, and uplift one another!

Family Fun Night ⚽️
• Friday, October 9, 5:00-6:30 pm
• Dimond Park Field House
• Parks & Recreation and Southeast Childhood Collective invite you to bring your little ones (ages 0–6) to run, play, and burn off energy, We'll have lots of toys – wagons, slides, balls, and more – plus plenty of open space for safe and active fun. The best part? It's FREE!

Saturday:

Preschool Harvesting Event🥕
• Saturday, 10:00 am - 12:00 noon
• Juneau Community Garden, on Montana Creek Rd
• Join our naturalists as we harvest our garden, wash vegetables (and maybe snack on some too), and play outdoor games! Recommended for families with children age 2-6, but everyone is welcome!

Sunday:

Fire Station Story Time🚒
• Sunday, October 11th, 1:00-2:30pm
• Douglas Public Library Large Meeting Room
• Read stories, sing songs, and take a tour of the Douglas Fire Stationwith firefighters from Capital City Fire & Rescue!

Thank you to our partners and community members offering resources and opportunities for our Juneau families!
Got something to add? Keep us updated if you have any family friendly events happening around town 🥰

Childhood CollectiveJuneau Economic Development Council (JEDC)Juneau Parks & Recreation Southeast Alaska Birth Collective southeast Juneau Public Libraries

10/06/2026

We know that reading to a child before age 5 has invaluable impact across their lifespan.. but what does reading to a baby look and feel like?

Reading to your child each day promotes their vocabulary development, comprehension, and development. The physical closeness of reading also shapes their body rhythm and connection. Through reading, relationships flourish and attachment is secured.

Reading to your child will benefit them in so many ways. Here are a few techniques to help them grow while meeting them where they’re at as the earliest readers. 🥰

10/06/2026

It’s Election Day!
Today is the day to share your voice and vote!

The crisp air, the leaves falling, the seasons change.. which means election season is here!

It’s a good time to take a look at what’s on the ballot and get informed about what matters most to you and your family. The regular municipal election in Juneau takes place on October 6th, 2026. This year there are several offices and three propositions on the ballot.

Many people feel anxious about elections, but you don’t have to be an expert. Take a little time to learn, ask questions, have conversations, and think about what you want for your family and for the community you call home. Being informed helps us make intentional choices and use our voices in ways that reflect what we care about and what we hope to see in our community.

Your voice matters. Your vote matters. And so does the future we’re building together for our children and community.

10/05/2026

Hey you, 🤍
Parenting can feel like a little bit of everything, all at once, all the time..

The noise, the mess, the rushing out the door, the forgotten water bottle, dirty diapers in the driveway, the bedtime negotiations… and then suddenly there’s a belly laugh, a little hand hold, a silly dance in the kitchen, or a moment that makes you stop and think.. this is the good stuff.

Somewhere in the everyday shuffle, there is so much joy tucked in too.

Take a step back and give yourself a pat on the back.

You’re doing it all, and you’re making it all happen. What a beautiful busy life you’ve created.

Proud of you. Love you,
SCC 🤍

10/02/2026

Heads up, our office will be closed next week while our team invests in Professional Development Opportunities to better support and serve our community!

SCC will be represented at both the Annual PAT Conference and the Child Care Aware Conference. We are dedicated to lifelong learning and growing our capacities. We look forward to bringing back new knowledge and a renewed perspective to serve our community 🥰