Daily Sitka Sentinel

November 13, 2017, Community Happenings

Tribal Council

Meets Nov. 15

The Sitka Tribe of Alaska Tribal Council will meet 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15, at the Sheet’ka Kwáan Naa Kahídi.

The second review of the BIHA ordinance, the second review of the Marine Mammal Commission ordinance  and a “tribal citizens to be heard” item, will be featured on the agenda.

For public comment contact Anne Davis, 747-7352.

Leather-Making

Workshop Slated

All are invited to learn and experience the process of turning a deer hide into leather, which will then be used by youths at Hanson House this winter.

The first of the four event series is 7-9 p.m. Nov. 15 at UAS-Sitka Campus in Room 106.

The remaining three events will be Dec. 6, 13 and 20. No experience is necessary. All ages are welcome. The event is sponsored by Youth Advocates of Sitka and Sitka 4-H.

Contact Claire at claire@sitkawild.org or call 747-7509 to RSVP.

UAS Advisory

Council to Meet

The University of Alaska Southeast Sitka Campus will hold the spring advisory council meeting noon-1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, at the Sitka Campus in Room 229. The public is invited.

Crucial Conversations

Discussion Tuesday

Crucial Conversations “Journey of Discovery” is planned 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday at Centennial Hall.

Louise Brady and Jean Swanson will tell what they learned about trauma and which techniques work to help connect and support a survivor.

Everyone perceives and processes trauma differently, organizers said. Those who want to talk about how to support a loved one and learn tools for overcoming trauma can attend.

The event is not appropriate for children; however, childcare, homework help, refreshments and a safe environment away from the conversation space will be provided.

The conversation is sponsored by the Sitka Domestic Violence Task Force, Sitka Tribe of Alaska Social Services, and SAFV. For more information, call Martina at 747-3370.

Thanksgiving Help

Sign-ups Tuesday

The deadline to sign up for Thanksgiving assistance has been extended to Tuesday, Nov. 14, at the Salvation Army. Hours are 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Fried Bread, Tacos

Set for Fundraiser

Fried bread and tacos are being sold 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the ANB Founders Hall.

Stay-in, take-out and delivery orders will be taken. Call 738-4004 between 9 a.m. and noon to have them delivered.

The taco meal price is $10; extra fried bread, $5; and five fried breads, $20.

The event is to raise money for the Sitka Kaagwaantaan Dancers.

Cooking From

Scratch Taught

The third annual Cooking from Scratch series of cooking classes are being held at the Sitka Kitch community rental commercial kitchen, at the First Presbyterian Church.

‘‘Healthier Holiday Baking’’ with gluten-free, dairy-free and (mostly) naturally sweetened holiday treats  will be taught 6-8:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 15, by Holly Marban.

‘‘Rediscovering Roots And Learning to Love Them: An Exploration Of Humble Root Vegetables’’ will be 6-8:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 27, taught by Lisa Sadleir-Hart.

To register go to https://sitkakitch.eventsmart.com/.