Sitka Tells Tales
Live on Radio
Sitka Tells Tales, the local live storytelling series, will present “Being in the Question: Stories of Curiosity and Science,” 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19, airing and streaming live on KCAW Raven Radio.
Six tellers will share true stories live on air. The event is hosted by Artchange Inc., Raven Radio, Sitka Sound Science Center and the Sitka Whalefest.
Clam Chowder,
Taco Sale Friday
The American Legion will hold an Indian taco, clam chowder and fried bread sale 11:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 8, at the Legion Hall.
Call 747-8629 for more information.
Annual Holiday
Bazaar Canceled
Because of the continuing COVID-19 pandemic, Sitka Counseling has made the decision to again postpone the 40th Annual Christmas Bazaar, until Nov. 24, 2022.
‘‘While this is very disappointing to all of us at Sitka Counseling, we believe keeping our community healthy and safe is our first priority,’’ a Sitka Counseling spokeswoman said. ‘‘The Christmas Bazaar has been our only annual fundraiser for the past 39 years. Thank you for your understanding and continued support!’’
Info Available
About Activities
On the Tongass
Anyone wanting information about activities occurring on Tongass National Forest lands, or wishing to share recommendations and concerns about Tongass projects, have multiple options for being involved in the management of their public lands.
The Tongass project website (https://www.fs.usda.gov/projects/tongass/landmanagement/projects) lists all forest projects active, on hold, or cancelled, with links to more information.
The Schedule of Proposed Actions, SOPA, (https://www.fs.fed.us/sopa/forest-level.php?111005) is a quarterly update on projects being considered or recently selected for implementation by the USDA Forest Service. The list includes important dates and contact information for each project. The SOPA is also available via email. Sign up here: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAFS/subscriber/new?topic_id=111005_AnnMonReport.
The Tongass also has an electronic mailing list for in-depth information, which allows individuals to choose specific projects, areas, or categories, to receive emails for. Learn more about and sign up for the forest mailing list at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/tongass/workingtogether/?cid=fseprd536491.
Follow the Tongass National Forest (@TongassNF) on Facebook and Twitter to receive daily updates, pictures, videos and more information.
State Historical
Society to Meet
The Alaska Historical Society Conference will be held on line this year via Zoom Oct. 7-9 and Oct. 14-16.
The registration fee of $50 covers all six days of talks and panels. The theme this year is “Communities Remembered and Imagined.”
Subjects include: the history of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, on its 50th anniversary, with panelists who helped create it; ghost towns; vanished mines and canneries; lost villages; old food ways; the myths around Alexander Baranov; early Dutch accounts of the Bering Strait; and a forum on the teaching of American history.
To register or for more information, go to http://alaskahistoricalsociety.org/about-ahs/conference/.
Cabin Community
Kickoff on Oct. 13
Those wanting to join the effort to end homelessness in Sitka are invited to the COVID-safe launch of a campaign to build cabins for our neighbors without housing 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, under the Crescent Harbor shelter.
The Sitka Health Summit selected the project as one of its goals for the wellness of the community and will support the newly formed Cabin Community Committee, a working group of the Sitka Homeless Coalition.
Individuals can stop by Crescent Harbor to learn more about the construction proposal and meet others who are interested in volunteering to help their neighbors.
‘‘Let’s work together to create a healthier and safer community where all can thrive,’’ organizers said.
For information, visit www.sitkahealthsummit.org or contact Deanna Moore at 738-0465 or dmoore@safv.org.
Chamber Offers
Talks Wednesday
Sitka Chamber of Commerce will host its Fall Speaker Series noon Wednesday, Oct. 6, via Zoom.
Speakers will be Mindy Lowrance of the Alaska Day Festival Committee and Meilani Schijvens of Rain Coast Data.
Lowrance will present the Alaska Day Festival calendar of events.
Schijvens will offer Southeast By the Numbers 2021 and give highlights from the Southeast Alaska 2025 Economic Plan.
Register in advance to attend the virtual event at www.sitkachamber.com.
Classes Dismissed
Early on Oct. 18
Sitka School District schools will dismiss classes early on Monday, Oct. 18, in observance of Alaska Day.
Lunch will be served at dismissal.
Schools will be dismissed as follows: first grade bus pick-up 11:45 a.m.; kindergarten parent pick-up noon; grades 2-5, noon; Pacific High School, 12:30 p.m.; Blatchley Middle School, 12:45 p.m.; and Sitka High School 12:50 p.m.
Maritime Whalefest
Monthly Grind Set
The 27th season of the Sitka Monthly Grind is underway. Acts are still needed for the Nov. 6 Whalefest Grind – with a maritime theme.
The event will be virtual and individuals must have their recording in by Oct. 25. The online show will be Saturday, Nov. 6, on YouTube.
For information contact the Sitka Monthly Grind at 738-8083 or 747-4821.
Women’s Book
Group to Meet
The Women’s Book Group will hold a Zoom meeting to discuss ‘‘Astrid and Veronika’’ by Linda Olsson 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12. Women are being encouraged to call Dorothy at 747-3412 to receive an e-mailed invitation.
