It seems that April Fool’s decided to show us what for, what with the several inches of snow that came falling again from the sky. Or perhaps the Betster counted on spring a little too early. Regardless, winter is still on its way out, so don’t hole up in your houses! It’s time to get on out there and participate in some great community events. Curious about what there is to do? Check out this week’s Best Bets!
Keep your calendars close and your schedule reminders closer — Homer has a lot in store for folks in the coming weeks! Time is almost up to submit art for the HCOA and Homer Public Library’s “Where we live” exhibition — hurry and get those submissions in! Check out other free events like the library’s plant swap, the Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies’ weekly presentations and the next Wellness Wednesday talk at the college, sponsored by South Peninsula Hospital! And of course, start planning for the big milestone — Homer’s 70th annual Winter Carnival and Parade! For information on these and more, take a look at this week’s Best Bets.
After taking a break for the holidays, organizations and businesses around town are gearing up to bring you new and exciting events and exhibits! Check out speaking events hosted by South Peninsula Hospital or the Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies. Crack open your notebooks to get ready for the Kenai Peninsula Writers Contest — submissions opening soon! Or start brainstorming and building your float for the upcoming Winter Carnival Parade in February — participants can start signing up now! For details on these and more, take a look at these Best Bets.
2024 has come in with a bang — and a lot of bright flashy colors, if you were at Mariner Park this past weekend for the annual crowdfunded Fireworks Fantastical. Let’s hope the year continues in such a spectacular manner, highlighting the community ties that bring us all together as we celebrate being alive and calling this place home. If you want to keep up the momentum, how about checking out some of these upcoming events, like weekly Jam Sessions at HCOA, health talks with free wellness tips, or wintry snowshoe adventures? For details on these and more, take a look at this week’s Best Bets.
Whether you’ve already taken down your Christmas tree, or whether you’re the type of person to leave it up till March, don’t let go of your holiday spirit just yet! There’s plenty still in store for upcoming New Year’s celebrations! Join your neighbors this Thursday for a potluck and night of Bingo, or head on down to Mariner Park on New Year’s Eve for Homer’s annual crowdfunded fireworks display. Take part in making ice lanterns ahead of a magical display put on by the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge in January, or look ahead to other events and presentations coming up after the new year! For details, check out these Best Bets.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — Thanksgiving is over and done with, and Christmas music is already filling up the radio stations and your local grocery store. The Black Friday insanity may have died down as well, but that doesn’t mean there’s an end in sight yet to the holiday shopping! Coming up very soon is the annual Nutcracker Faire, with booths and tables galore of all kinds of goods and crafts that would make perfect gifts for your loved ones. While you’re at it, don’t forget to get your tickets for the annual Nutcracker Ballet, opening this weekend! For more details on other activities and celebratory events fast approaching, take a look at these Best Bets!
Happy Thanksgiving from the Homer News to all who celebrate! The Betster hopes everyone enjoys warmth, comfort and delicious food this holiday season. Mark your calendars for all kinds of community events coming up, including local shopping incentives and holiday fairs, a day to practice wellness, a virtual science fiction talk and Homer’s annual holiday tree lighting! Find out details on these and more in these Best Bets!