From the Sidelines

MICHAEL GALVIN/The Independent

KAYAK KARMA

Dick Hilmer demonstrates proper kayak safety techniques during the Kayak Safety Symposium held Sunday morning at the Nantucket Yacht Club. The symposium was cosponsored by Nantucket Community Sailing, the Nantucket Lifesaving Museum and the American Canoe Association in conjunction with the U.S. Coast Guard. Nantucket

Community Sailing's annual open house followed

the kayak safety class.

SKATE SAFE SATURDAY Askating demonstration by the region's top skateboarders will be held Saturday, June 23, from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the new skate park on Backus Lane.

Dillon Buss will lead the demonstration that will also feature Tim Burlingame, who rides for DC shoes, Zoo York skateboards and Baystate Wheels; Rob Cabral, who rides for I-Path shoes and Baystate Wheels and Jack Kelly, who rides for Emerica shoes.

All island skateboarders and parents are welcome. The event is sponsored by the Park and Recreation Commission, Alliance Against Substance Abuse and the Stop & Shop. Rain date is June 30.

SUMMER HOCKEY Registration forms for anyone interested in participating in the adult co-ed rec league at Nantucket Ice are due this Friday, June 15. Play begins Wednesday, June 20. For more information, call Nantucket Ice at 228-2516
BRANT POINT RUNNERS
Results for June 5

Levy Barna	17:52
Andrew McKenna-Foster	17:52**
Ken Gullicksen	21:41
Elle Foley	24:01
Bob Kennedy	24:36
Lucas Tejon	25:25**
Lisa Rance	26:36
Lou Gennaro	27:02
David Glidden	27:02
Jim Manchester	27:39
Herb Mittenthal	27:39
Bob Laundry	28:46+

*Season Best ** Personal Course Record

Runners meet Tuesdays rain or shine at 5:15 p.m. at the corner of Beach and Easton streets for a 5:30 p.m. start and a 5K (3.1 miles) run on paved roads over a mostly flat course, accurately wheel measured, with one hill and some moderate grades. Runners of all abilities, from beginners to veterans, are welcome. There are no entry fees. For information call (508) 228-0206.