October 30, 2014 Community Happenings

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    Pioneers Meet
    The Pioneers of Alaska will hold its regular potluck and social event Thursday, Nov. 6, at Sitka Methodist Church on Kimsham St. Social hour will begin at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m., followed by a brief program and planning for holiday events.
   
        Latin Dance
    Workout Set
    All are invited to join Leo Alfonso in a fast-paced aerobic workout that combines Latin dance movements and functional body exercises 7 p.m. Fridays at the Hames Center.
    For more information call 747-5080 or visit hamescenter.org

    Pickleball Offered
    Pickleball is played noon-1 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Hames Center.
    Pickleball is a cross between ping pong, tennis and badminton. All levels are encouraged to participate. Beginners are welcome. Newcomers can arrive at 11:30 to learn the game.
    Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with questions.

        T’ai Chi Chih
    Practice Listed
    T’ai Chi Chih Practice by the Sea will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, at Crescent Harbor Shelter. All are invited to participate. This is not a class.

    Ballots at Airports
    On Election Day
    Ballots for all districts are available on Election Day 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, at several Alaska airports, including the Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, near the Nugget Restaurant entrance, the state elections pamphlet says.
    Others in Alaska are Anchorage main terminal car rental lobby, Fairbanks, Juneau, Ketchikan and Kodiak.
    Registered voters from any district in the state of Alaska may vote their own district ballot at any of the listed airports as an absentee ballot.
    ‘‘This would accommodate students, military, fishermen, construction workers, travelers or any other voters away from their home voting precinct,’’ Jean Frank, Sitka poll worker, said. ‘‘Be sure to vote.’’


    Unitarians Meet
    Sunday’s Unitarian Fellowship program will be a celebration of Samhain, the Celtic seasonal celebration from which Halloween and the Day of the Dead originates. Fellowship begins at 10:30 a.m., with the program beginning at 10:45.
    A children’s program is provided. Soup and bread follow the program at noon. The Fellowship Hall is located at 408 Marine Street, with parking behind off Spruce Street.
 

Sitka Hosts Southeast Alaska Grief Support Conference
    Brave Heart Volunteers will holst the Southeast Alaska Regional Grief Support Conference Nov. 15.
    ‘‘Living with Los, Growing with Grief’’ is designed for caregivers, grieving individuals, and individuals who provide personal, professional, or pastoral support to those living with loss of functioning, loss of independence, and loss of life. The conference will feature local and regional speakers along with Greg Yoder, a nationally recognized educator, author and hospice counselor of over 20 years.
    “Greg Yoder is an incredible speaker,” said Christine Palmer of the Home Health and Volunteer Hospice at PeaceHealth Medical Center in Ketchikan, where Greg Yoder spoke nearly five years ago. “I am very excited to hear that he’s coming back to Southeast.”
    Yoder’s return to Southeast Alaska and the first-ever Southeast Alaska Regional Grief Support Conference is made possible through a partnership between Brave Heart Volunteers and the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority.
    “We’re deeply honored to be partnering with The Trust on this program,” says Zack Desmond, Director of Programs at Brave Heart Volunteers. “This is a great opportunity to collaborate with our colleagues throughout the region and support Southeast Alaskans working with grief and loss.”
    During the conference, Brave Heart Volunteers will also introduce participants to the principles of the Grief Recovery Method, an internationally syndicated program that addresses grief as a result of any significant emotional loss.
    “Grief is not just about death,” said former participant Chris Anardi. “[Grief Recovery] was life changing. Just to look at my life and see the impact of many different losses, and then to learn the tools to actually address those, it’s really changed all of my relationships.”
    “I’d encourage everyone who is living with loss or supporting family, clients, or community members living with loss to attend this conference,” Desmond said. “We know there are folks out there who want or need support, and we want them to know that’s what we’re here for.”
    The Living with Loss, Growing with Grief Conference costs $125, with travel and tuition scholarships available. To register or for more information about volunteering, continuing education units, scholarships, or grief recovery, please contact Brave Heart Volunteers at 747-4600.

    Cape Decision
    Receives Grant
    For Windows
    The Cape Decision Lighthouse Society announces the award of a $18,048 Historic Preservation Fund Development Grant administered by the state Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Recreation, and the Office of History and Archaeology recently for the rehabilitation of the windows at the former U.S. Coast Guard lighthouse on S. Kuiu Island.
    The historic windows in the galley, living quarters and tower will be restored to functioning order which will involve dismantling the inner, outer, and storm windows, stripping paint, painting, and restoring cordage and sash weights in compliance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.
    Historic architect Gary Gillette of Gastineau Channel Historical Society that was awarded Sentinel Island lighthouse out of Juneau in 1997, will supervise the project working with CDLS staff and volunteers. The project will start mid-May with two work parties of one week each. Roundtrip transportation is provided to and from the lighthouse from Port Alexander. Lodging and food is also provided to volunteers for the week stay.
    The Cape Decision Lighthouse Society, dedicated to the preservation of the lighthouse, reserve and surrounding wilderness areas, has accomplished numerous preservation projects since 1997, and was deeded the lighthouse and 214 acres of Lighthouse Reserve in 2002. Anyone interested in volunteering to work on windows for a week at the lighthouse, or for further information, can call Karen at 747-7803.


    Cultural Workshops
    Proposals Sought
    Sitka Tribe of Alaska is seeking proposals for cultural workshops in partnership with the Sitka National Historical Park.
    Traditional cultural activities, such as storytelling, song, dance, language, art and other forms of traditional winter activities are the focus for our Táakw niyís Program.
    Táakw Niyís, meaning in preparation of winter, will begin in November.

    Gajaa Heen
    Dancers Meet
    Gajaa Heen Dancers, those in sixth through 12th grades, will have song, dance and drumming practice 1-3 p.m. Saturday Nov. 1, at the Southeast Alaska Career Center, 205 Baranof Street.
    Call Brian at 955-1356 for more information.


    Hospital Auxiliary
    Meets on Nov. 11
    Jeff Comer, hospital CEO, will address the Sitka Community Hospital Auxiliary lunch meeting on Nov. 11.
    Members and friends are being encouraged to attend. Lunch is free to members. A short business meeting will begin at noon followed by Comer’s assessment of Sitka’s hospital.
    It is open to the public. Lunch and coffee can be purchased at the Basement Bistro.

    Conferences, Book
    Fair at KGH School
    Keet Gooshi Heen parent-teacher conferences will be held Nov. 6 and 7. Students will not have classes. Parents are to check with their child’s teacher for conference time.
    The book fair will be open 2:45-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, Nov. 3-5; and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6.
    Those with questions may call 747-8395.

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