Sitka Public Library’s Teen Advisory Board will have the first meeting of the new year 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, at the library’s multipurpose room. Conversation about books, planning for upcoming teen library programs, and hang-out time are...

The winter preschool story time schedule at Sitka Public Library will be offered 10:30 a.m. Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 19, 27, March 5, 12 and 19 at the library’s multipurpose room. The program includes readings, rhymes, songs and a craft...

City of Sitka Parks and Recreation is welcoming string, wind, brass and percussion players to the Sitka Community Orchestra, conducted by Drew Larson. Musicians must be able to read music and have their own instruments. Rehearsals are 7-8:30 p.m....

The City of Sitka Parks and Recreation will hold the second session of Sitka Community Choir beginning 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25. No experience is necessary. All are invited to sing. Lead by Andrew Hames, rehearsals are set3:30-5 p.m. Sundays in...

The Intergenerational Connection Club will meet 1-3 p.m. Jan. 18 at the Swan Lake Senior Center, 402 Lake Street. Elders and youths are invited to develop cross-generational friendships through guided activities and crafts. Free entry, snacks...

Alaska Longline Fishermen’s Association will host a membership meeting 4 p.m. Jan. 9 at 304 Baranof Street, and online, with both in-person and virtual attendance options.  The meeting will feature a presentation and discussion on upcoming...

Sitka Public Library will offer a free sound bath program led by Sound Healing Practitioner Laura Humphreys 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, in the multipurpose room at Sitka Public Library.  Space is limited, and registration is required, for...

Parents and caregivers who are raising children and young adults who are neurodivergent are invited to discuss resources, celebrate uniqueness and discuss challenges and triumphs. The group typically meets the last Thursday of the month at 6:30...

Sitka Emblem Club 142 will hold its January business meeting 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, at the Sitka Elks Lodge.  All members are welcome to attend. Questions can be directed to Mindy by phone or text at 907 738-2418.

A series of five monthly ‘‘Talking Circles,’’ with a focus on Bible topics, are being offered throughout the winter and early spring at the ANB Founders Hall. The second in the series is 1 p.m. Jan. 11, with doors opening at 12:30 p.m. for...

The Sitka School Board will hold its regular monthly meeting 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7, at Harrigan Centennial Hall. The meeting will be preceded by student and staff recognitions at 5:45 p.m. The full meeting agenda can be found by following the...

Alaska Native Brotherhood and Alaska Native Sisterhood will meet at the ANB Founders Hall on Jan. 10. The ANS regular business meeting starts at 2 p.m., and the combined meeting with ANB starts at 3:30 p.m.  Potluck contributions are...

A free community barn dance is 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16, at Odess Theater in Allen Hall on the SJ Campus. Live music will be by Fishing for Cats. All dances are taught and called. No dance experience is necessary. For information call Dorothy at...

MONDAY 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m. Lap Swim, Blatchley Pool Noon AA, St. Peter’s basement, call AA hotline 747-8866 for information  5:30-6:30 p.m. AA, Sitka Pioneers Home Recreation Kitchen, call AA hotline 747-8866 for information 6 p.m. White...

T’ai Chi Chih Practice will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, at the See House behind St. Peters by-the-Sea Episcopal Church. Access to the building is by using the sidewalk up to the back entrance.

Nellie Lipscomb will speak on “Healing Connections” at Sunday’s meeting of the Sitka Unitarian Fellowship. She will talk about ideal conditions for supporting learning and growth in childhood, drawing on the work of Fred Rogers in recognition of...

WEDNESDAY 11-2 Salvation Army Little Store open Noon White Elephant Shop open Noon AA, St. Peter’s basement, call AA hotline 747-8866 for information  4:30 p.m. Sitka Parkinson’s Support Group, 1212 Seward Ave. (the old BOQ) 907...

Sitkans for Peace and Democracy invites community members to join in a special New Year’s Day vigil to commemorate the second anniversary of Sitka’s weekly vigil, noon-1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 1, at the roundabout. The theme of the New Year’s Day...

Sitka Public Library will host a session of the fantasy role-playing game ShadowDark 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10. Experienced players will guide the group through an adventure; no experience is required. This program is open to adults and those 12...

Ramshackle Cabaret will present New Year's Tease at 6 and 9:30 p.m. Wednesday at Odess Theater. Doors open at 5 for the first show, and 8:30 for the second. The two-hour adult variety show include burlesque, dance and comedy acts by numerous...