February 25, 2016 Community Happenings
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‘Spring in Alaska’
Film to Show
Spring is almost here, and to observe the upcoming changing of the season ‘‘Spring in Alaska’’ will be the featured film 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26, and 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, during February’s Winter Film Series at Sitka National Historical Park’s visitor center.
The hourlong film highlights the rich transformation that occurs throughout Alaska in the spring. The film shows the Pacific herring spawning, bear cubs emerging from their den, the return of the humpback whales, the amazing journey of migratory birds and more.
The Winter Film Series, held monthly at the visitor center, is jointly presented by Sitka National Historical Park, Sitka Conservation Society and the Sitka Sound Science Center. Free popcorn will be provided at each screening.
For more information contact Ryan Carpenter, 747-0121, or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Sitka Veterans
Group to Meet
Sitka Veterans Association will meet 7 p.m. March 2 at the SEARHC Community Health Building first floor conference room.
The group will continue work on Sitka Veterans Memorial Park.
Kaagwaantaan Meet
Sitka Kaagwaantaan will meet 1 p.m. Sunday for memorial planning and song practice in room 114 at Blatchley Middle School.
Call Roby at 738-4004 for more information.
Sacred Harp Sing
Slated Feb. 29
The 4th Sunday Sitka Sacred Harp singing is set 3:30-5 p.m. Feb. 29 at the Pioneers Home Chapel. Beginners and listeners are encouraged to attend. Call 738-2089 with questions.
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20 YEARS AGO
December 2004
Photo caption: David Voluck reads a blessing while lighting a menorah during a community gathering observing the eight-day Chanukah festival. Honored speakers included Woody Widmark, STA president, and Assembly member Al Duncan.
50 YEARS AGO
December 1974
From On the Go: More college students home for the holidays – Bill and Isabella Brady have a houseful. Ralph is here from the Southwest Indian Polytechnic Institute, along with his fiancee Grace Gillian; Louise is here from the University of New Mexico, and Jennifer, who’s working with IEA in Anchorage is home with her fiance Lance Ware.
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