Howard Family
Sets Memorial
The family of Glenn Howard Sr. will spread his ashes and hold a remembrance for him and two other family members on Saturday, June 10, beginning at noon at Crescent Harbor. Family and friends will board an Allen Marine boat, and return at 2 p.m. after spreading Glenn’s ashes.
At 4 p.m. a picnic will be held at Starrigavan, at spaces 35 and 36, in remembrance of Glenn, who died June 6, 2019; his sister Shirley “Ginger” Garwood, who died three years ago; and his nephew Ray Howard, who died two years ago.
All friends are welcome, and are asked to RSVP by calling 907 747-3982.
Brooks-Schmidt
To Perform June 8
Soprano Mina Brooks-Schmidt will perform 7 p.m. Thursday, June 8, at the Odess Theater on the SJ Campus.
Pianist Susan Reed will accompany Brooks-Schmidt. Donations will be accepted. It is a fundraiser for the Sitka Fine Arts Camp.
Bach’s Lunch
Concert June 8
Sitka Music Festival will present a free “Bach’s Lunch” concert noon Thursday, June 8, at Odess Theater on on the SJ Campus.
Selections from the weekend evening concert series will be included. Learn more at sitkamusicfestival.org, or call (907) 747-6774.
‘A Sher Thing’
Presentation Set
Sitka Music Festival invites the public to a presentation titled “A Sher Thing,” given by Martin Sher and world class guest musicians, 6 p.m. Thursday, June 8, at Stevenson Hall on the SJ Campus.
Sher and musicians will talk on the upcoming weekend concert programs.
Learn more at sitkamusicfestival.org, or call (907) 747-6774.
Kids Fishing Day
Regulations Told
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game has temporarily liberalized trout regulations for Swan Lake in order to provide increased opportunity for youth anglers during the annual Swan Lake Kids Fishing Day.
During the derby, the use of bait is allowed, the bag limit is two trout per day (rainbow and cutthroat trout in combination), and there is no size limit.
Regulations will be in effect for one day only, 9 a.m.-11:59 p.m. Saturday, June 10. Anglers should be aware that these regulations differ from regulations during the remainder of the year, when the 11-inch minimum and 22-inch maximum size limit and regional bait regulations apply in Swan Lake.
Wrinkleneck Creek, an inlet to Swan Lake, is closed to fishing at all times.
Each year, the department stocks Swan Lake with up to 300 wild rainbow trout from a nearby lake to provide increased roadside fishing opportunity for all anglers, including young anglers participating in the annual derby.
This year, the lake was stocked on May 22 with 300 rainbow trout measuring from 6 to 12 inches. Swan Lake also contains populations of cutthroat trout and Dolly Varden.
Anyone needing further information can contact the Division of Sport Fish in Sitka at (907) 747-5355.
Kids Fishing Day
Set for June 10
The Sitka Rotary Club, Alaska Department of Fish and Game, and U.S. Forest Service are inviting kids to participate in the annual Swan Lake Kids Fishing Day on Saturday, June 10.
Registration begins at 8 a.m. Fishing will take place from 9 a.m. to noon. Prizes will be awarded throughout. The free event is for children, ages 4-12 years, accompanied by parents.
Fishing may take place from shore or by boat. Flotation jackets are required for boaters.
The Rotary Club will be selling hot dogs, chips and drinks.
Motorists should avoid parking on the Swan Lake side of the street unless loading or unloading boats, organizers said.
Emblem Club
Meets June 8
Sitka Emblem Club 142 will hold a business meeting 7 p.m. Thursday, June 8, at the Sitka Elks Lodge. All members are encouraged to attend.
Preschoolers Invited
To Mini Camp
Sitka Public Library and the Sitka Sound Science Center will offer Mini Krill and Kids camp for preschoolers 10:30 a.m. June 8 at Sitka Public Library and 10:30 a.m. June 9 at the science center.
Story time, activities, a visit to the aquarium and more are part of the free program. No registration is required.
For information call 747 4020 or e-mail Kari at kpaustian@sitkascience.org or Maite at maite.lorente@cityofsitka.org.
