As darkness lingers and folks dig out from winter, here’s something fun to put on your calendar: Hops + History, Thursday, Jan. 22, 5:30 pm at the Alaskan Brewing Co. tasting room on Commercial Blvd. in Juneau (near Costco). Try the new Sentinel Ale and learn about the history of Sentinel Island Lighthouse. Seats are limited at this in-person event, so get your $15 ticket now at store.alaskanbeer.com.