July 30, 2014 Community Happenings

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Created on Wednesday, 30 July 2014 11:00

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Native Games
    Part of Event
    The Sheldon Jackson Museum will teach children about Alaska Native games as part of its At Saxan family program 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16.
    The free third Saturday program  will include playing games inside the museum and using throwing boards outdoors. It is best for children ages 6-10. Individuals can dress accordingly and note that if weather is poor, games will be played only inside, not outside.
    For more information and to register a child for the program, call 747-8981.

    Ryan Staton
    Services Set
    The Staton family will hold a Celebration of Life for Ryan Norman Staton at 5 p.m. on Aug. 2 at Centennial Hall.
    Ryan was born Nov. 22, 1989, and died July 13, 2014.
    ‘‘The Staton family invites everyone who loved Ryan as much as we did to attend and share the memories of his life with us,’’ the family said.
    Those with questions may contact Tess at 907-957-9669 or Katie, 503-927-7403.

    Lingit Dance
    Offered to Men
    Sitka Native Education Program and the Naa Kahidi Dancers will host a men’s and boys Lingit dance training 6:15-7:15 p.m. Aug. 1 at the Sheet’ka Kwaan Naa Kahidi.
    The training will be led by Chuck Miller. For more information contact miller at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

    Playground is
    Meeting Topic
    The steering committee for the proposed community playground will hold a public meeting and open house 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 7, at Centennial Hall.
    The playground steering committee will present information on the proposed location of the playground at Crescent Park, be describing the process for getting the proposed playground built and be recruiting volunteers to help during the different phases of the project.
    All interested individuals are invited to attend. Children are welcome. 
    For more information, call Kay Turner, chairman, at 747-5388.

    Boat Cruise
    Offered by SCS
    Sitka Conservation Society’s final boat cruise, Salmon of Sitka Sound, is set 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 19.
    Tickets are available at Old Harbor Books for $40 each. Contact SCS at 747-7509 for more information.

    John Timmer
    Memorial Set
    A memorial for John Timmer will be held at the main shelter at Halibut Point Recreation Area Aug. 2.
    It will be an all day event. The service will be held at 2 p.m. Attendees are invited to take a salad, side dish or dessert to share if they wish.
    ‘‘And please bring a good story or remembrance of our friend John,’’ friends said.

    Welcome Tea
    Set for CGSWA        The U.S. Coast Guard Spouses’ and Women’s Association of Sitka will host its annual Welcome Tea 2-4 p.m. Aug. 17 at the Air Station’s Eagle’s Nest.
    The event is open to all female active and retired USCG personnel and all USCG spouses. For information, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

    Auditions Set
    For Melodrama
    The Greater Sitka Arts Council announces auditions for the melodrama ‘‘Paris of the Pacific’’ 7-9 p.m. Monday, Aug. 18, and Tuesday, Aug. 19, at the Pioneers Homer Chapel.
    The melodrama is about the 1867 exchange. Ira Snelling is directing and Jeff Budd will produce.
    There are at least 10 parts and up to 14 to 16 are possible. There is a need for four women and six men. The play will be held Oct. 16 as part of the Alaska Day celebration.
    The producer expects a minimum of 10 rehearsals starting in September and at least twice a week. Those with questions may call Jeff at 747-4821.

    SCDC to Meet
    Sitka Community Development Corporation will meet 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 6, at the Pioneers Home Manager’s House.
    SCDC is a community supported non-profit working to establish permanently affordable housing in Sitka. Members of the public are being encouraged to attend. For more information call 747-2860.

    T’ai Chi Chih
    Practice Listed
    T’ai Chi Chih Practice by the Sea will meet 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, behind Kettleson Library on the water side. All are invited to participate. This is not a class.

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