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November 6-20, 2008
Autos
and Vehicles
for sale: 1986 ford f-150 2wd with
canopy. $500 OBO. 360 201 5595
Wanted Toyota RAV 4 call 738 9988
Bicycles
Great Cross Trail Bike!!! I have a lightweight, yet sturdy
STUMPJUMPER bike for sale. Originally $2000. Only asking $750.!!!!
Rider needs to be 5’7” or taller for best fit. This bike is
in mint condition and the tires are also in good shape. Buy
it today and ride it home today! Make that commitment to reduce
your carbon footprint! Info:738-1149
Computers and Office
For Sale: EEEPC, 4G Surf, Galaxy white, 1 year old, PC Intel
processor, Wide VGA 512 MB, 4 GB Integrated, Linux system,
$200, 747-4712, or 738-0176.
For Sale: Clearing out collection of cell phones; I have upgraded
to the wonderful Iphone! I have 3 Motorola phones that I'm
selling. They are about a year old, but used very little.
They are "Buds" very cute, Hello Moto phones. They are $35
each. I have an orange, black and green one, all with chargers.
I also have a Motorola ear bud, used very little, which I
will sell for $20, with charger. They can be seen at www.mysitka.com/cell/
Call Sharon @ 738-0176.
Events
A Wine & Beer tasting will be hosted by the Greater Sitka
Chamber of Commerce on Friday, November 7, at the Westmark
Hotel, from 6 to 8pm. The event will feature a generous spread
of Chef Jo’s wonderful hors d’oeuvres to accompany a wide
selection of the best wines and beers. In addition to the
food and drink, those in attendance will be able to purchase
wines for the holidays at deep discounts. Live music and lots
of door prizes will add to the fun of the evening. Tickets
for the wine and beer tasting, at $35, can be purchased from
the Chamber office, Suite 212 in the Troutte Center, from
any Chamber board member, from the Westmark Hotel or at House
of Liquor. They will also be available at Chamber luncheons
on Wednesdays. This event will support Chamber of Commerce
programs and activities. The Greater Sitka Chamber of Commerce
is a voluntary organization of business and community leaders,
who promote, support and facilitate commerce and economic
growth in the community. Membership is open to anyone sharing
those goals. For more information, please visit the Chamber
at www.sitkacoc or contact Sheila at 747-8604 or chamber@ptialaska.net.
The seventeenth annual Grandparents Dinner will be held on
Sunday, November 16th from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Harrigan Centennial
Hall. The dinner is FREE, but a $5 per ticket reservation
deposit is required. The deposit will be refunded at the door.
Tickets are limited and required for admission. Sitka Seniors
are invited to attend the dinner and are encouraged to bring
a grandchild, a young guest, or family member. Individuals
may register and pick up their tickets at the Swan Lake Senior
Center, the STA Education and Employment Office, or the Community
Schools office in Blatchley Middle School beginning Monday,
November 3rd. Community School’s Learn & Serve Program sponsors
the dinner. For more information call 966-1422.
As part of Diabetes Awareness Month, the SouthEast Alaska
Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) will be hosting several
events about diabetes. Diabetes is a serious health condition
reaching epidemic proportions. If untreated, diabetes can
lead to heart disease, kidney failure, stroke, dental problems,
blindness, amputations and other issues, including death.
But diabetes and prediabetes (the condition that leads to
diabetes) also can be prevented or delayed with simple lifestyle
changes, such as healthy eating, fun physical activity and
quitting tobacco. The following events take place in November
to help people learn more about this chronic disease and ways
it can be prevented. by getting some fun, healthy physical
activity. Door prizes will be available. Saturday, Nov. 8
— Food demonstration — Meet from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lakeside
Grocery. Monday, Nov. 10 — Food demonstration — Meet from
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the SEARHC Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital Litehouse
Cafeteria. Saturday, Nov. 22 — Food demonstration Meet from
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at SeaMart Grocery. In addition, there will
be a variety of displays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each Wednesday
during November on the ground floor at Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital.
The Nov. 5 display will be about diabetes and physical activity.
The Nov. 12 display is about diabetes and nutrition, the Nov.
19 display is on diabetes and stress, and the Nov. 26 display
is about diabetes and your body (feet, eyes, teeth). For more
information, contact Maybelle Filler, the SEARHC Diabetes
Grant Coordinator, at 966-8739 or maybelle.filler@searhc.org.
The Sitka Historical Museum, in cooperation with Whale-Fest,
announces the opening of a new museum exhibit: Sealing in
the Pribilof Islands: 1787-to-Present This exhibit covers
the era of sealing from the first harvests performed by Russians
in 1787 through the last commercial harvest in 1984. Included
are research tools and information from NOAA, harvesting artifacts,
and a beautiful fur seal coat. This exhibit covers commercial
production, research studies, the experiences of the Aleut
people of St. Paul Island, and a film on Henry Wood Elliot.
We invite visitors to view this interesting exhibit and learn
about the Pribilof Islands sealing history and it’s impact
on Alaska. The Museum is located in Centennial Hall, has free
winter admission, and is open Tuesday-Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM.
For information, contact Bob Medinger at 747-6455.
Household Items
For Sale: Matching set, light-beige color Kitchen Aid washer
and dryer. Both function perfectly and are in very good condition.
$150. for the set. 747-7496
Royal blue metal frame bunk bed. Excellent, like-new condition.
Smoke-free home. $125. 747-7496
curio display cabinet wanted. Call 747-6033
To give away: couch, recliner and computer table. 747-9390.
Little used loom for sale. Also, new blender. Call 747-9390.
Wanted: Dehumidifier in good working condition. 747-6212
FOR SALE: Sturdy rolling storage cabinet w/doors, 34"w x 64"h
x 21"d w/shelves. Excellent condition. $75/obo. 747-6212
Housing and Property
2006 3 bedroom, 2 bath Manufactured home for sale. This 1600
sq ft home boasts an open floor plan with a single layout
great for entertaining. For more information go to ForSaleByOwner.com/21923437
or call 907-966-2954.
***LOCATION *** location ***LOCATION Ocean & Mt. Edgecomb
in the front, waterfall in the back, no neighbors on either
side. Cozy cute 1 1/2 story 2 bedroom 2 bath cabin AND room
to park your boat. Many recent upgrades. $264,000. Best deal
(& view) in Sitka. 2406 Halibut Point Road. OPEN HOUSE: Saturday
November 8, 12pm-4pm. 907-747-3467
Lot for sale: 9600 sf level lot, 3410 HPR. LID's to building
site. $150,000 firm. 747-0690.
#2 Surf Trailer Park. $55,000. 2BR/1BA/1 Utility. Washer/Dryer/Fridge/Stove.
Vinyl windows. Vinyl siding. New Foundation. Hardwood Flooring.
738-5000.
For Rent: 2-3 bdrm, 2 bath furnished apt with vaulted ceilings,
large kitchen, new appliances, loft, view, large deck, separate
driveway. Toyo and electric heat, no pets, no smoking. $1500/mo
+ utilities. Avail. Dec. 1. (907)738-4273
Housing Wanted
Leaving for Thanksgiving? I'm Looking for a place for a couple
to stay while coming to town for two weeks in November (between
the 7th and 14th). Time not definite, any leads would be
greatly appreciated. Housesitting, furnished apartment to
rent for cheap, etc. Thanks! Call Crystal 747-3341 or email
crystal.oostema@gmail.com
Kayaks
A13' Boreal Designs Ookpik poly kayak. Combination touring/recreational
kayak with forward and aft hatches, skeg. Good condition.
Comes with spray skirt, cockpit cover and possibly a few other
accessories. $700.00. 747-2728
Marine
Boat for sale: 20' Hewescraft, 140hp Suzuki (250 hours), 9.9hp
Suz. kicker, trim tabs, canvas top, Furuno plotter/sounder,
marine radio, life jackets, manual downriggers, other accessories.
$28,000 OBO. Erik - 907-738-3930 - moving to lower 48 and
motivated.
Sturdy fiberglass skiff (row ashore after anchoring). 7'-6"
long by 46" wide, 2 seats, bow flotation and quality oars. Can
hold two guys and a deer. $350. 2 Scotty manual downriggers
with wire and snaps. Excellent condition $75 each. Remington
.338 mag. rifle, left-hand bolt action, custom lightweight
fiberglass stock, parkerized. $350. Remington pump action
.22. $75. Call 747-6525
Miscellaneous
Wanted:1 gallon glass jugs or glass carboys. 747-8966
Wanted -- gym quality bench press weight bench. Call 747-4821.
For Sale: Standard size almond color refrigerator. Used –
in very good condition. (16 cubic feet) asking $100 or best
offer. Also, Playstation 2 games – including The Eye Toy with
2 game CDs and accessories. Time Crisis Game with all the
accessories and other games ranging from E to M, call for
more information. Kathy at 738-8510.
Local filmmaker, Ellen Frankenstein, will be on hand for the
Sitka Debut of “Eating Alaska” on Saturday November 15th at
the new Sitka High School auditorium. The film is a serious
and humorous quest for the "right" thing to eat. It focuses
on local food, subsistence, health and the environment and
will start at 7pm, with community booths starting at 6pm.
Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 dollars for student and
seniors. Half of the proceeds go towards film editing and
outreach expenses and the other half will be dedicated to
the new Sitka Community Greenhouse seed money fund. Creating
a Community Greenhouse was identified as a top priority at
the 2008 Sitka Health Summit. Event sponsors include: ALPS
credit union, the Sitka Film Society, Sitka Conservation Society,
The Steps to a Healthier Southeast Alaska program and SEARHC.
For more information contact Natalie at 747-7509.
Fire Lodge Coastal Gathering -- November 29th, 3 pm, 2008
WHO: All indigenous performers welcome!- (traditional especially)
Our guests insofar are Tsimshian Haayuuk (Alaskan Dance),
Sunshine from Polynesia (Hula Dance), Kuteeya (Alaskan Dance),
Chaske (Hoop Dancer), Solana Booth (Tsimshian), film screenings
including the acclaimed documentary The Canary Effect and
informative multimedia displays, dance, singing, drumming,
spoken word, bands, flute, more tba.! WHERE: Indian Heritage
High School 1330 N. 90th st. Seattle, Wa 98103 WHY: To strengthen
our indigenous community and celebrate our native cultures
instead of cutting turkey to honor colonization and assimilation.
We are very excited and putting all are spirit into this.
We are in need of performers (flute-players, dancers, drummers,
poets, singers) and volunteers. Your help in any way is greatly
appreciated as this is a non-profit event, (as is all the
events we do) to build the community which starts with you.
There is no passing of money before, during, or after this
event. All participants (performers and observers) are gifting
their time talent and spirit. In return we will provide homemade
dinner for those who attend. Any inquiries/donations please
contact: Naa Haan Tlingit- Paiute 206.331.9590 Alive With
Skies Tohono O'odham Nation 206.595.7185 columbuswasnohero@yahoo.com
Scholarships
Applications are now being accepted for the 2008 Waldo Mills
Scholarship from the Sitka Woman’s Club. Two $1,000 scholarships
will be awarded Sitka women who are engaged in academic or
vocational pursuit to become self sufficient. Applications
must be postmarked by November 15, 2008. For details about
how to apply, call Jan Nelson, at 747-3618
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