Sacred Harp Sing
Planned June 11
All are invited to learn to sing four-part a capella harmony in the Sacred Harp (shape note) tradition 3-4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 11, in the Sitka Pioneers Home chapel.
Beginners and listeners are welcome. Singing is from the red Denson book, and loaner books are available. For information call Sara at 747-2915.
BIHA Board
Meets Weds.
Baranof Island Housing Authority’s monthly board of commissioners meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7, at Centennial Hall.
A remote meeting option also is available. Those wishing to attend or participate may submit an email request to info@bihasitka.org before noon June 7, or call BIHA at 907-747-5088 for assistance.
SMF Cafe Concert
Staged Wednesday
Sitka Music Festival will present a classical music experience at the Mean Queen Café 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 7, featuring string works from the evening concert series and more.
Purchase the $10 cover charge in advance or pay at the door. Learn more at sitkamusicfestival.org, or call (907) 747-6774.
SYLC to Raise
Awareness of
Masculinity Norms
The Sitka Youth Leadership Committee says it has launched a ‘‘Mold Your Masculinity’’ campaign aimed at raising awareness about harmful masculinity norms and redefine what it means to be a man in today’s society.
SYLC encourages men and boys to embrace their true selves and not succumb to societal pressures to conform to harmful norms, the organization said.
The three-part series of graphics tells a story.
‘‘The first part recognizes we are all steeped in harmful norms and unknowingly play a role in perpetuating them, so we must work together to rise above them,’’ SYLC said.
Society defines masculinity as being physically strong, aggressive, superior and in control. Young men who conform to these limiting gender norms are at increased risk for poor mental health, risky behavior, suicidal thoughts, and perpetration of violent crimes, the organization said.
SYLC invites all to write a letter to reflect on the impacts of harmful masculinity norms and how to help create a more accepting and inclusive community. Letters will become part of SYLC’s “Dear Men” series, a compilation of stories.
Participants will be entered into a prize drawing. To learn more, visit sitkayouthleadership.com, on Instagram, or find one of the organization’s submission boxes around town.
SYLC is a group of teens dedicated to working on topics in the community, including shifting norms around masculinity.
‘‘Together, we can break free from the confines of harmful masculinity norms,’’ SYLC said.
Sidewalk Art
Event June 15
Sitka is invited to ‘‘Walk, Talk, Chalk’’1-2:30 p.m. Thursday, June 15, on the grounds of the Sitka Pioneers Home.
The event is a chance to meet up with other families, create sidewalk chalk art, and share time with Pioneers Home residents. Call Kari at 752-READ with questions. It is sponsored by the Pathways Coalition.
