Daily Sitka Sentinel

May 26, 2020, Community Happenings

Motherhood

Classes on Tap

Motherhood Is Sacred parenting classes are being offered 2-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning June 9. Classes will be conducted through Vidyo.

To register, contact Jean Swanson at 747-3968 or email jean.swanson@sitkatribe-nsn.gov.

The class is hosted by Sitka Tribe of Alaska Social Services Department. Classes are made possible with funding from the Alaska Children’s Trust grant.

 

Youth Football 

Slated to Begin

 

Tackle football preseason for grades six through 12 is starting. Players or parents should contact Coach Richie at 738-8779 for information on when practice begins. 

 

Library Updates Process

Checking Out Books, Items

Sitka Public Library, in its first phase of its re-opening process, will remain closed to the public, but will have walk-up services available on the ocean side of the building. There will be two window options.

At the Grab N’ Go Window, after confirming a pickup time for held items. Patrons can pick up the books at the window. Individuals will need a photo identification or library card and are asked to ring the bell. A staff member will pass the items  through the window. Grab and go kits for kids, youth programming materials, and summer reading incentives also can  be picked up there. 

All other services will be provided at the walk-up window.

A librarian will be available to answer reference questions, help register for a library card, or assist in checking out up to five items at a time.

Items can be returned to the book drop located at the front entrance of the library. No returns will be accepted at either walk-up window. Donations are not being taken at this time.

Patrons also are being encouraged to continue taking advantage of the wide selection of digital resources. Holds can be placed online using library accounts, then contacting the library to confirm pickup in advance. The sidewalk has been marked to help the public maintain good social distancing. Everyone is being encouraged to continue wearing masks and washing their hands frequently. 

New operating hours are: noon-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday; noon-6 p.m. Friday; noon to 4 p.m. Saturday; and closed on Sundays.

 

Those who have questions can call at 747-4020.