April 27, 2015 Community Happenings

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‘Hunting Ground’

Film to be Shown

The highly-acclaimed documentary ‘‘The Hunting Ground,’’ that is still in theaters in the lower 48 states, will be shown 6-8 p.m. Thursday, April 30, at UAS-Sitka Campus in Room 229.

The film is being presented as a partnership between UAS, SEARHC and SAFV. It explores a dark secret of campus life across the United States: sexual assault that is not only under-reported, but is covered up and protected by the most prestigious colleges in America, sponsors said.

Admission is free and popcorn will be provided by the university. The film is rated PG-13. 

Martina Kurzer of Sitkans Against Family Violence has stepped forward to co-sponsor the film showing with UAS. 

“We think it is very important for all young people who plan to go to college – and their parents – to see this film and be aware of what is going on at colleges across the country,’’ Kurzer said. ‘‘We think this is very important information for both male and female students.”

The film’s trailer can be viewed at http://j.mp/huntingground

Costume Party

Benefit on Tap

A benefit for Sitka Silkies will be held 10 p.m. Friday, May 8, at the Bayview Pub.

“Cirque du lune: Circus Fantasy Night” is a costume and dance party with DJ Mindfunk. 

TAB to Meet

Kettleson Memorial Library’s Teen Advisory Board will meet 7 p.m. Friday, May 1, at the library.

TAB members will share ideas for the upcoming Teen Summer Reading Program at the library.

Ages 13 and older are invited to join the board. Registration is preferred. Snacks and pizza are included.

For more information, call the library at 747-8708.

Juneau Lyric

Opera in Sitka

The Juneau Lyric Opera will present “Don Giovanni,” an opera in two acts with music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Italian libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte, 7:30 p.m. May 1 and 2 at the Performing Arts Center.

Tickets are on sale at Old Harbor Books.

“Don Giovanni,” widely considered one of the greatest operas ever composed, is based on the legend of the fictional seducer Don Juan, who embarks on a quest to conquer all of the beautiful women he encounters. JLO’s contemporary staging of the opera features director Paul Shipper, conductor William Todd Hunt, producer Kristen Miller and a cast of singers from New York City, Los Angeles, Baltimore, Juneau, Sitka and the Pacific Northwest including Roberto Perlas Gomez (Don Giovanni), David Miller (Leporello), Tess Altiveros (Donna Anna), Alexa Jarvis (Donna Elvira), Brody DelBeccaro (Masetto), Rhiannon Guevin (Zerlina) and Mark Calvert (Don Ottavio). Performances are in Italian, with supertitles.

Adult Spelling

Bee Set May 24

The adult spelling is scheduled 2 p.m. Sunday, May 24, at Kettleson Library. Individuals or teams of two may sign up for a $20 participant fee.

‘‘Find a wordy friend and join the fun or enter on your own,’’ the library said.

Karate Taught

Sitka Academy Karate will offer a pre-kindergarten karate session 10-11 a.m. Saturdays May 9, 23 and 30 in the Blatchley Middle School multipurpose room.

The  academy is instructed by Sensei Stevens. The cost is $35. Registration is open at Sitka Community Schools. Call 747-8670 with questions.

Ventures Summer

Program Offered

A variety of programs is being offered at summer Ventures beginning June 8.

Ages 5 to 14 will be given many options. Activities offered will be thematic based to help students relate basic academic skills to real-life everyday ideas. Weekly themes will include: mad science, gardening, engineering projects, mystery week, team sports, outdoor survival, animal planet, ooey-gooey yuck, Star Wars, treasure hunts, spy training, stop motion movies, American Girl, history projects, hiking, biking, field trips, exploring Sitka, science investigation, fishing, water play, team building, cooking, getting dirty, construction projects, and art. 

STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) will be incorporated into the thematic activities.

Special events will include engineering mystery bags, water balloon games, project display case and a family luncheon. Students will participate in: quiet activities, physically demanding activities, indoors or outdoor activities, and around-town activities.

Students should take a daily sack lunch that does not need to be cooked and extra warm clothes. Students may take their bike and/or scooter but they must wear a helmet.

Many schedule options are available. Ventures works with local and state agencies for parents who need additional funding.

Call 966-1317 or e-mail   This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , stop by  Baranof School Room 17, or on the website at sitkaschools.org/ventures.

Pioneers to Meet

A regular meeting of Igloos 22 and 12 of the Pioneers of Alaska will be held Thursday, May 7, at Sitka Methodist Church on Kimsham Street.

Social hour will begin at 5:30 p.m. dinner at 6 p.m., followed by a short business meeting to include discussion of the annual convention in September.

Kayaking Clinic

Set for May 6

All are invited to brush up on their paddling skills with Southeast Alaska Independent Living.

Ages 60 and older are invited to join in an afternoon of skill building and kayaking on Swan Lake. The class runs 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, at the SAIL office, 514 C Lake Street, Suite C. Cost of the class is $10 and includes all equipment.

SAIL Wildlife

Cruise May 9

Southeast Alaska Independent Living invites Sitkans to the annual Allen Marine wildlife cruise 1:15-4 p.m. Saturday, May 9.

The vessel is wheelchair and walker accessible. The boat will load at 1:15 p.m. and departs at 1:30 p.m. from Crescent Harbor shelter.

The event is a fundraiser for SAIL, and tickets are $50 at SAIL and Old Harbor Books, and it includes light refreshments.

Orienteering Class

Offered by SAIL

Southeast Alaskan Independent Living will offer a class for ages 60 and older in the basics of orienteering, including map reading and using a compass, 10 a.m.-noon Monday, May 11, at the SAIL office, 514 Lake Street, Suite C .

SAIL will provide transport to the field location, water, snacks and trekking poles. Cost of the class is $10. 

Ocean Kayak

Trip Planned

Southeast Alaska Independent Living invites Sitkans ages 60 and older to a day of kayaking in Silver Bay noon-4 p.m. Wednesday, May 20.

Kayaks, paddles, spray skirts and PFDs will be provided. Participants should meet at the SAIL office at noon to ride the SAIL bus to the launch site. Cost of the activity is $25.

Senior Hike Set

A senior hike is being arranged by Southeast Alaska Independent Living.

The monthly hike is scheduled 9:15-11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 28. Naturalist Kitty Labounty will offer her knowledge. Those age 60 and older are invited to attend, as the group accommodates all hiking speeds. Transportation from the Swan Lake Senior Center is provided at 9:15 a.m.

Trekking poles, Yaktrax, water and snacks are provided. Cost of the activity is $5.

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