LUTHERAN QUILTERS – Members of the Quilts for Comfort Group stand between pews draped with some of the 205 quilts they made, in the Sitka Lutheran Church Tuesday. The group made the quilts for five local non-profits and one in Anchorage. The remaining quilts are sent to Lutheran World Relief which distributes them to places around the world in need, such as Ukraine, as part of Personal Care Kits. Pictured are, from left, Helen Cunningham, Kathleen Brandt,Vicki Swanson, Paulla Hardy, Kim Hunter, Linda Swanson and Sue Fleming. (Sentinel Photo by James Poulson)
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Daily Sitka Sentinel
December 24, 2015 Community Happenings
Nazarene Church
Lists Services
Sitka Church of the Nazarene will have a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 5 p.m. tonight. Come join us for an evenign of Christmas carols and special music at 305 Lake Street.
Insurance Signup
Assistance Given
Open enrollment through the Affordable Care Act Health Insurance Marketplace began Nov. 1, 2015, and continues through Jan. 31.
To help community members navigate the process, SEARHC Outreach and Enrollment Manager Andrea Thomas will offer a presentation noon-1 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec., 30, at Kettleson Memorial Library.
The presentation will focus on affordable health care coverage available through the Health Insurance Marketplace. Attendees can find out about eligibility, who qualifies for lower-cost coverage, pitfalls to avoid, and how to enroll. Thomas will also discuss Medicaid eligibility and how to apply.
“Please come to the presentation if you have questions about applying for insurance on the Health Insurance Marketplace and Medicaid,” Thomas, said. “We are trained to help you navigate the process of getting covered and how to avoid common Marketplace problems.”
SEARHC is a Certified Application Counselor agency offering free assistance to all Southeast residents. Call 966-8883 or 966-8662 for more information.
SAIL Benefit Drive
In Full Swing
Through Jan. 15, First Bank will match donations made to the Sitka Southeast Alaska Independent Living program.
Donations may be dropped off in the SAIL box at the bank. For more information contact Dave Nuetzel, Sitka program director, at 747-6859.
Sitkans Invited
To Meet Designer
The Sitka History Museum will host three ‘‘meet the exhibit designer’’ sessions noon Dec. 29 and 30, and 3 p.m. Dec. 30.
The museum is beginning work on the design for its new permanent exhibit, scheduled to open spring 2017. The public is invited to participate in the creation of the exhibit by sharing their content and design ideas.
Those wishing to meet the designer and contribute ideas may R.S.V.P. to museum curator Kristy Griffin at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 747-6455.
Kettleson Library
Announces Hours
Kettleson Memorial Library has posted reduced hours for the holidays and move preparation beginning today.
Hour changes will be as follow: closed Dec. 25; 1-6 p.m. Dec. 26-27; 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 28-31.
Beginning Jan. 1, the library will be closed to the public until completion of the move to its newly expanded building. The move is expected to take place during January, and Sitkans are being invited to assist. Those who can help with the move are asked to contact 747-8708 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to be placed on the volunteer list.
Letters to Santa
Letters posted here will be forwarded to Santa Claus at the North Pole. Letters may be dropped off at the Sentinel office or at Sitka True Value to be printed in the newspaper and placed here.
Dear Santa: What I want for Christmas is a Orbeez suthing foot spa with new waterfall and a Orbeez soothing chair and a musage bed with a little face hole in the end. Merry Christmas Santa. Love, Eve Estes
Dear Santa: Can I please have a Robo Dog? And a Elsa and Anna Doll. Can you please bring Miss May some cheese! Your friend, Ema Love
Dear Santa: I wud lic Chubby puppy. a bacpac and a luchbox. Love, Bailey Skan
Dear Santa: I would like a suitcase and a cubby puppy for Christmas. Thank you. Love, Madison Skan
Dear Santa: I love u. I would like a humongous nutcracker and a camera. I been a good girl. How do you get to all the houses in one night? Wren Flowers, 5
Dear Santa: How do you make all those presents? I want for Christmas is a field microscope a plasma ball and a BBSC 24 liter Speedo swim bag. Have fun delivering those presents! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Love, Olivia Skan
Dear Santa: My name is Chelsea McGraw. I be a very good girl today. I get no more time outs. I help mommy with my baby sissy and I give her toys. Can I please have some presents? I want a blue car, a dark blue bear, a star, food for my kitchen and dishes, doll clothes and a horsie. My sissy wants a binki. When you come ot my home, you can eat some cookies. Sincerely, Chelsea McGraw. P.S. Can I have a elephant light for my room?
Dear Santa: I would like a Lego set, toy boat, a little fishing pole, a water bottle and a skateboard. This is my brother Asher’s first Christmas. Can you get him a stacking toy? If you look on the back there is a present for you. Love, Aiden
Free Taxi Rides
Hank’s Cabs is offering free rides on Thursday, Dec. 24, and Friday, Dec. 25. Call 747-8888.
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March 2004
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50 YEARS AGO
March 1974
Photo caption: National Republican Chairman George Bush takes a drink of water offered by Jan Craddick, Sitka delegate, during the Republican convention held here. Mrs. Craddick explained to Bush that the water was from Indian River, which means, according to local legend, that he will return.