FIFTH OPENING – The Sitka seine boats Hukilau and Rose Lee pump herring aboard this afternoon at the end of Deep Inlet during the fifth opening in the Sitka Sound sac roe herring fishery. The opening was being held in two locations beginning at 11 a.m. (Sentinel Photo by James Poulson)
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Daily Sitka Sentinel
November 14, 2018, Community Happenings
SFS, Coliseum
To Screen Doc
‘Science Fair’
The Sitka Film Society and Coliseum Theater will present the documentary “Science Fair” noon Sunday at the Coliseum Theater
The film follows nine high school students from around the globe as they navigate rivalries, setbacks and, of course, hormones, on their journey to compete at The International Science and Engineering Fair.
“Science Fair” won the documentary category at the Sundance Film Festival. Variety magazine called it, “Supremely entertaining. An ode to the teenage science geeks on whom our future depends.”
Tickets are $8 at Old Harbor Books.
CPR, Heart Saver
Class on Nov. 16
The adult Heart Saver and CPR class will be 6 p.m. Nov. 16 at the Sitka Fire Hall. Sign up at the fire hall. Lolly Dahl, 738-2214, will instruct.
Artists Gallery
At Fall Artwalk
The Fall Artwalk, 5-8 p.m. Nov. 23, will include new local artists and new works at the Island Artists Gallery.
Vern Culp and Larry McCrehin will play original music, along with other musicians. New gallery artists Amelia Mosher will show her handmade collection of jewels and accessories “Inspired by the Wild”; Cayla Pook will present macramé jewelry and art pieces; Jan Steinbright will display pottery, fiber art, and mixed media pieces inspired by her travels and local explorations; and Marcus Lee will showcase local scenes and creatures in metal works.
Appetizers and libations will be served.
Grind Ole Opry
To Take the Stage
The Sitka Monthly Grind will host its Grind Ole Opry 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, at the Sheet’ka Kwaan Naa Kahidi.
As always, the philosophy of the Monthly Grind is affordable, non-political, and family entertainment. Tickets must be purchased in advance at Old Harbor Books. The cost is $5 for adults, $1 for children, or free with a plate of homemade desserts. For those taking a dessert, tickets must be purchased in advance. The price of the ticket will be reimbursed at the door. Attendees are reminded to take cups to reduce the waste.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. For information, call Jeff at 747-4821.
This Week in Boys Run
Sitkans Against Family Violence
Boys Run I toowu klatseen is an after-school program focused on instilling healthy life skills in boys through running and other fun activities. The program, now in its fourth year, incorporates cultural activities that honor traditional Southeast Alaskan values. More than 20 boys participate twice-weekly at Keet Gooshi Heen elementary school.
This week, Boys Run participants have been learning about communication, collaboration, and conflict. They learned about different communication styles – for example, in traditional Tlingit culture, it is often considered disrespectful to make direct eye contact, whereas in Western culture, looking someone in the eyes can be a sign of respect. Boys practiced using “I” statements to express their emotions, to speak up for themselves, and to listen with care. Here’s what some of the boys said about what they learned:
“It’s good to use I-statements because the other people don’t feel like you are attacking them.”
“When you yell, they want to yell back.”
“You don’t even need to talk to communicate a lot.”
“Words can be like sharp sticks coming out of your mouth.”
“Words don’t go away, (if you say bad things) you’ll still remember them and you still won’t appreciate that moment.”
Throughout this season, Boys Run will be providing the Sitka community with updates on the program. We also aim to give mentors and parents an opportunity to pass on skills from Boys Run to the children in their life. Consider using these conversation starters:
What should you do if your words or actions hurt or disrespect someone?
What are productive ways you can speak up for yourself if you feel like no one is listening to you?
Winter Weather
Tips Given
The city is encouraging citizens to take precautions to ready for upcoming winter weather events.
Safe transportation preparedness includes snow tires and/or tire chains, ice and snow traction cleats (grippers), high visibility clothing and safe biking.
Visit the National Weather Service Juneau website for information on local weather and storm events at www.weather.gov/Juneau.
Thanksgiving
Pie Sale Nov. 21
The American Legion Auxiliary will hold its annual pie sale 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21, at Sea Mart.
Varieties include apple, pumpkin, lemon meringue, banana cream, pecan and mincemeat pies; cherry, strawberry and blueberry cheesecakes; and homemade dinner rolls.
To call and reserve a baked item, call 747-8629.
Drill Conductor
Workshop in Sitka
The Alaska Marine Safety Education Association will offer a fishing vessel drill conductor workshop 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Dec. 1 at NSRAA, 1308 Sawmill Creek Road.
The workshop is free to commercial fishermen, with support from the U.S. Coast Guard, the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, and AMSEA members. The cost is $185.50, including sales tax, for all others. Mariners may register online at www.amsea.org or call 747-3287.
Participants will gain hands-on training with marine safety equipment and learn best practices for surviving emergencies at sea. Jerry Dzugan will instruct. It meets the U.S. Coast Guard training requirements for drill conductors on commercial fishing vessels.
Graduates Basic
U.S. Air Force National Guard Airman 1st Class David A. Thurman has graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
He is a 2011 graduate of Mt. Edgecumbe High School.
Alaska Day Festival
Planners to Meet
Alaska Day Festival planners will meet 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20, at Centennial Hall to review the recent mid-October activities.
Suggestions will be heard for planning the 2019 commemoration of the 1867 purchase transfer of Russian claim in Alaska to the United States at Sitka. Regular meetings resume in January on the third Tuesday of the month to propose a theme and elect festival leadership.
Persons having comments about festival activities or new volunteers are invited to attend the meetings or contact Chairman Ted Allio at 747-5124 or Vice Chair Steve Dalquist 752-0750. The festival’s mailing address is P.O. Box 1355, Sitka.
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20 YEARS AGO
March 2004
Matthew C. Hunter of Sitka recently returned from Cuba as part of a St. Olaf College International and Off-Campus Studies program. Hunter, a junior physics major at St. Olaf College, is the son of Robert and Kim Hunter of Sitka.
50 YEARS AGO
March 1974
Eighth graders have returned from a visit to Juneau to see the Legislature. They had worked for it since Christmas vacation ... Clarice Johnson’s idea of a “White Elephant” sales was chosen as the best money-maker; Joe Roth won the political cartoon assignment; highest government test scorers were Ken Armstrong, Joanna Hearn, Linda Montgomery, Lisa Henry, Calvin Taylor and David Licari .....