Sitka Conservation Society and Spruce Root on June 27 hosted readiness training for local interns and fellows to invest in the next generation of Southeast Alaska leaders. The event brought together 10 high school and post-secondary-aged interns...

THURSDAY 6-8 a.m. MEHS Aquatic Center Pool Open  10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sitka Historical Society and Museum’s annual Old-Time 4th of July event, Totem Square 10:30 a.m. Preschool Story Time, Sitka Public Library 10:30 a.m. Food booth at Sitka...

Patricia Leona Self passed away at her home here on Tuesday, July 2. She was 83, and had lived in Sitka since 2020.

University of Idaho, Moscow, has announced its spring dean’s list. Sitkans included on the listing are Emily G. Blackmon, art and architecture, and Jessie A. Christner, arts and social sciences. To qualify, students must maintain at least a 3.5...

Nancy Metashvili will lead Sunday’s service at the Sitka Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. Members will celebrate the Dalai Lama’s birthday and join together in garden work. The program starts at 10:30 a.m.  SUUF is an inclusive...

Barbara Ann Hames, founder of the Hames Corporation, died today at her home, at the age of 95. An obituary will be published next week. Hames Corporation, a major community benefactor, is a fourth-generation family-owned business that was begun...

The Kruzof Island bird cruise, sponsored by Sitka Conservation Society, will be 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sunday, July 6. Boarding is at Crescent Harbor beginning at 8:45 a.m. Join Sitka Conservation Society staff and partners as they travel to the...

Southeast Alaska Independent Living invites all to a community picnic 4:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, July 25, at the Swan Lake Peninsula – alternately at  Crescent Harbor shelter if raining. Burgers, hot dogs, buns, condiments and drinks will be...

T’ai Chi Chih practice will be 10 a.m. Saturday, July 5, behind the Sitka Library.

Echo Ranch Bible campers are invited to walk in the 4th of July parade on Friday. ‘‘Look for the Echo Ranch Bible Camp-bannered SUV in the parade line up, and wear your Echo Ranch T-shirt,’’ organizers said. Line up is at 12:30 p.m. on Lake...

The fourth annual Corgi Convoy is planned 11:30 a.m. July 5 at Harrigan Centennial Hall. ‘‘Short legs, big parade – all paws are welcome,’’ said organizer Trish White. Call 907 738-5976 for more information.

Sitka Tribe of Alaska will host Navajo bluesman Levi Platero and his band for “Music Is Medicine,” a night of music, 7-9 p.m. Friday at the Sheet’ká Kwáan Naa Kahídi. Mocktails will be available at this alcohol/drug-free family event.  Levi...

The Salvation Army Feeding Program will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

Grant applications are available for non-profit organizations to apply for annual funding from the City and Borough of Sitka FY 26 general fund. A total of $45,000 is available for disbursement. Applications are available at City Hall, 100...

Due to the annual picnic on Saturday, July 12, the Sitka Tribe of Alaska office will be closed on Monday, July 14. ‘‘We appreciate your understanding and hope to see you at the picnic,’’ STA said.

A welcome and installation meeting for Capt. Catherine Dooley will be held 11 a.m. Sunday, July 6, at the Salvation Army. The installation will be conducted by the Divisional Secretary, Capt. Kevin Pope. A reception will follow. The public is...

Friends of Sitka Circus Arts in partnership with the Baranof Bruins Wrestling Club and Sitka Cirque will co-host a Cuban dance party fundraiser July 12 at the Sitka Cirque Studio, 207 Smith Street. The family friendly event will begin with dance...