Daily Sitka Sentinel

July 1, 2014 Community Happenings

Hitchcock Topic
    Of Class Series
    Professor Math Trafton of the UAS Sitka Campus will be leading a group of local students toward insight into Alfred Hitchcock’s worldview and his craft in a class, English 419, 5-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays July 8-Aug. 21.
    It is available as a continuing education class for $45, or as a full-credit English course for $639.
    Alfred Hitchcock is undeniably one of the most important filmmakers who ever lived, Trafton said. Many of Hitchcock’s 60 films remain among the most highly regarded by film connoisseurs. The class will watch and discuss seven of Sir Alfred’s best films, from ‘‘Murder!’’ (1939) to ‘‘Psycho’’ (1960), as well as a small number of episodes from Hitchcock’s television series.
    The course will offer students the rare opportunity to explore the director’s many narrative and cinematic techniques and to gain a deeper insight into his craft. Not only will students be exposed to new approaches to thinking about these particular Hitchcock films, but they will learn new strategies for understanding and “reading” film in general.
    UAS said that though the course will primarily focus on the art of suspense, it will also consider a wide range of topics in film theory, in psychoanalysis, and in the director’s biography. Each class will feature first a viewing period and then a detailed discussion to closely analyze key moments in the film. The course will span seven weeks with two classes per week.
    For more information, contact Owen Kindig, public information officer of UAS Sitka Campus.

    Celtic Dancers
    Perform July 4
    Sitka Spruce Celtic Dancers will have a free performance 11:30 a.m. July 4 under the Crescent Harbor Shelter.
   
    After-Parade Party
    Set at Raven Radio
    Raven Radio invites the public for free root beer floats, lawn games and live music at the Cable House after the parade on Friday, July 4.
    Raven Radio will serve more than 500 root beer floats. The event is  sponsored by Raven Radio with support from Harry Race Soda Shop, Baranof Island Brewing Company, Sitka Sound Seafoods and Sitka Northern Sales.

    Hames Center
    Open July 4
    The Hames Center will stay open through the July 4 holiday. The gym upstairs, racquetball courts, limited times on the gym floor, and classes will be open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. July 4.
    For more information go to the website at hamescenter.com or call 747-5080.

    Parent Power
    Hour at Hames
    The Hames Center has expanded its  parent power hours. Parents can now work out while their children are cared for and involved in activities from 8:15 to 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays through July.
    For further information call 747-5080 or visit hamescenter.com

    Biology is Topic
    Library Program
    Children ages 7 and older are invited to the ‘‘It’s Alive! Biological Science’’ at Kettleson Memorial Library 10:30 a.m. July 12.
    The program will be hosted by guest marine biologists Cascade Sorte and Matt Bracken.
    Participants will learn about ecology, diversity and food webs. Registration is required and space is limited. It is open to the public.
    For more information call the library at 747-8708.

    July 19 Deadline
    For Reading Prizes
    The 2014 youth Summer Reading Program at Kettleson Memorial Library will end Saturday, July 19.
    The library is inviting participants to claim their final reading prizes by that day.    For more information, call the library at 747-8708.

    Food Drive, Car
    Wash July 19
    The Wash Away Hunger summer food drive and car wash will be 10 a.m.-2 p.m. July 19 at the Sitka Fire Hall.
    The event is sponsored by Girl Scout Troop 4140.
    Cars will be washed in exchange for food for the Salvation Army’s food bank or money which will be used to purchase Caroline’s Carts, which are specially designed shopping carts for special needs individuals.
    For more information, call or text 738-2073 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

    Activities July 4
    At National Park
    The public is invited to join the staff of Sitka National Historical Park at the Russian Bishop’s House for Independence Day activities.
    Children’s Games from Long Ago are planned 10:30 a.m. to noon on the lawn. Children of all ages are invited to participate in games and activities similar to those played by children during the Russian-American Period.
    Parents and other adults are encouraged to attend.
    Russian tea demonstrations and Russia-era costumed interpretation is planned 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

     Re-enactors Sought
For July 4 Parade
Members of Sitka Ninth Infantry will march in the Friday, July 4, parade.  Formation begins at 1 p.m. on Lake Street for the parade which proceeds at 2 p.m. to Lincoln Street and through downtown.
Steve Dalquist invites anyone interested in post-Civil War 1860s American military uniforms and black powder weapons to call him at 752-0750 or 747-4835. Youths who could carry a drum or guidon (flag) are also welcome along with costumed women and children.
Other Sitka Ninth Infantry contacts are Ted Allio, 747-5124, or Foy Nevers, 747-3469. Assistance with costumes and weapons is available from Dalquist and others.
    Sitka Ninth Infantry members simulate the newly arrived American forces of 1867 who marched through the streets of New Archangel and up the hill to the governor’s residence for the historical Oct. 18, 1867, transfer of Alaska from Russian claim to the United States at Sitka. On Alaska Day each year, they assist in raising the American Flag and firing salutes during the transfer re-enactment at Castle Hill as well as again marching in the parade. They may also appear in costume as greeters at various October events.

    Chamber to Meet
    Lizzie Solger, wage and hour investigator with the state Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Labor Standards and Safety Division, will address Chamber of Commerce members noon Wednesday at Westmark Sitka.
    Chamber luncheons are open to the public.

    Hikes Offered
    For Weekend
    Sitka Trail Works is offering two challenging hikes this weekend.
    The Mt. Verstovia hike will depart from the trailhead on Sawmill Creek Road at 9 a.m. Saturday. Hikers ascend to 2,500 over a distance of 2.5 miles. This is a five-mile round-trip hike with many steps. The guided hike is free to the public.
    The annual Sitka Trail Works/Allen Marine excursion to hike Mt. Edgecumbe is set for Sunday, July 6, and space is still available. The hike is fairly level, gradually gaining elevation for six miles. The last mile ascends steeply to the crater’s edge at the summit of the dormant Mt. Edgecumbe volcano. STW said that the trail is in good condition and participants set their own pace. Hikers are asked to take food and water, and a $100 donation is requested to cover the discounted transportation costs and to help support Sitka Trail Works.
    For more information and to make a reservation, contact the Sitka Trail Works office at 747-7244.


    Comment Sought
    On Guide EIS
    The U.S. Forest Service is seeking public comment on the Shoreline II Outfitter/Guide Environmental Impact Statement proposed action.
    The project will set use levels and provide a framework for managing outfitters and guides on the Admiralty National Monument, Hoonah, Juneau and Sitka Ranger Districts of the Tongass National Forest.
    A public meeting will be held 5-8 p.m. July 8 at Centennial Hall where the public can learn about and provide written comment on the project.
    More information is available on the project website at  http://go.usa.gov/Pzi  (case sensitive).
    Those with questions about the project can contact Jay Kinsman, Shoreline II team leader, at 747-4228 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Celebration of Life
For John Littlefield
A celebration of life dinner for John Littlefield will be held 5 p.m. July 6 at the ANB Hall.
The main dish will be provided and those attending may take potluck side dishes.
For more information contact Roby LIttlefield at 738-4004.