Eric Simondsen News Today

The Kenai Peninsula Orchestra presents their summer performance, “Scandinavian Summer,” at two venues on the Kenai Peninsula this weekend. The Homer concert is scheduled for Friday at the Christian Community Church at 7 p.m. and the Soldotna event will be performed Saturday at the Christ Lutheran Church, also at 7 p.m.

Pier One Theatre announces their 2024 production schedule and 51st season

Pier One Theatre is holding a double audition for two upcoming musicals: “The Adams Family: a New Musical” and “Fiddler on the Roof.”

The Betster is on the brink of marching outside, banging pots and pans together and shouting “Bring on spring! Bring on spring!” If I have to shovel my walkway clear of snow one more time, I might lose my entire mind. Thankfully, there’s plenty of distractions from the temperamental weather going on lately. If you’re looking for something to keep your mind off more impending snow, check out this week’s Best Bets!

Dashing through the snow on your way to great events? Please drive safely, but don’t miss out on some excellent educational series, film screenings, or holiday concerts happening this week! If you’re looking to scratch that philanthropic itch, good news — the Anchor Point Senior Center, Homer Community Food Pantry and South Peninsula Hospital are seeking donated items! For details on these and more, check out these Best Bets!

On Saturday, the Inlet Wind community band will perform a concert at the Homer Mariner Theater at 7 p.m.