STA Seeking
Proposals for
Strategic Plan
Sitka Tribe of Alaska, a federally recognized Indian tribe, is seeking proposals from consultants and firms to guide development of a renewed comprehensive strategic plan.
Written proposals and an electronic PDF must be received by the tribe no later than 4:30 p.m. ADT on May 24. Proposals received after the deadline will not be accepted or considered, the tribe said.
Direct questions about the request for proposals can be sent to: Lisa Gassman, general manager, Sitka Tribe of Alaska, 456 Katlian St., Sitka, AK 99835, lisa.gassman@sitkatribe-nsn.gov, 747-3207.
Back-to-Biking
Workshop May 5
A free back-to-biking workshop will be held 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 5, at the Salty Spoke Bike co-op, located behind the Hames Center.
The purpose of the outdoor event is to review the basics of safe recreational and commuter bicycling in Sitka. It will include a group ride, participation gifts, and a chance to work on maintaining bicycles. For information call Doug Osborne at 966-8674 or go to http://sitkacycling.wordpress.com/ to see the full bike month calendar.
Kenwa Karate
Meeting May 10
Kenwa Karate of Sitka will hold its annual meeting 5:30 p.m. Monday, May 10, via Zoom.
Karate families and the public are being encouraged to attend. KKS also is seeking at least one person to join its non-profit board of directors. For information on how to join the meeting contact Sensei Laurinda Marcello at 738-2887 or sensei@sitkakarate.org in advance.
Farewell Picnic Set
The public can wish Dr. Jake Walden an adventurous journey ahead at a community farewell picnic 2 p.m. Sunday, May 2, at the Halibut Point Recreation Area shelter.
Those with questions can call Kari at 738-9494.
Back-to-Biking
Workshop May 5
A free back-to-biking workshop will be held 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 5, at the Salty Spoke Bike co-op, located behind the Hames Center.
The purpose of the outdoor event is to review the basics of safe recreational and commuter bicycling in Sitka. It will include a group ride, participation gifts, and a chance to work on maintaining bicycles. For information call Doug Osborne at 966-8674 or go to http://sitkacycling.wordpress.com/ to see the full bike month calendar.
SHS Drama
Presents Play
‘Odd Couple’
The Sitka High School theater department will stage the play “The Odd Couple (Female Version),” by Neil Simon.
The show is 7 p.m. Friday, May 14, and Saturday, May 15; and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, May 16, at the Performing Arts Center.
Christian Litten is directing the classic play, which has been rewritten by Simon for a female “odd couple.” The play – revised and updated from the 1965 original – premiered on Broadway in 1985 and starred Rita Moreno and Sally Struthers.
Tickets at the door are $10 for adults and $5 for students. The play includes some mature language and adult themes.
‘Relationships’
Workshop to Run
Sitka Tribe of Alaska’s ‘‘Linking Generations by Strengthening Relationships’’ will be presented 1:15-2:45 p.m. Wednesdays beginning May 5 via Zoom.
Registration is open by contacting Jean Swanson at 747-3968 or by email to jean.swanson@sitkatribe-nsn.gov.
The program is financially supported by a grant from the Alaska children’s Trust.
‘‘There is no other work more important than fatherhood, motherhood and strengthening relationships with our family,’’ STA said in a press release.
