Community Calendar

It's not too late to decide to host an AFS exchange student. There are students from all over the world who would love to be part of your family for a year, including students on scholarships from Germany and Flex Scholarship students as well. If you would like to more about hosting an exchange student just text or call me at 907 690 1779. Eileen Bryson

Talk shop with fellow houseplant enthusiasts and bring home something new. Potted plants, propagations, seedlings, and cuttings are all welcome. Please include a label for the type of plant and care instructions, and make sure it's bug-free. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting your plant journey, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss!

The Anchorage Bowl Chamber Orchestra's 12th Annual Kenai Peninsula Tour! At Gwin's Lodge in Cooper Landing Thursday 5/28 at 7:30pm! Performing works by José L. Elizondo, Edward MacDowell, and music from anime series such as Demon Slayer, Attack on Titan, and Fullmetal Alchemist. This event is free, open to the public, and suitable for all ages. Donations are gratefully accepted.

Hey There community builders- BuildUp, the central peninsula’s local building materials thrift store, is growing and we need you! If you are about creating good things, keeping usable materials out of the landfill and making our community shine brighter join us as a volunteer or a board member.
Call BuildUp at 907-262-2453, visit us on Facebook or swing by 369 Tyee in Soldotna.

Visit the library to celebrate the start of our annual Summer Reading Program, Plant a Seed, Read!
During our kick off, we'll have stations for all ages to create and explore, as well as sweet treats and refreshments to enjoy!

It's not too late to decide to host an AFS exchange student. There are students from all over the world who would love to be part of your family for a year, including students on scholarships from Germany and Flex Scholarship students as well. If you would like to more about hosting an exchange student just text or call me at 907 690 1779. Eileen Bryson

Hey There community builders- BuildUp, the central peninsula’s local building materials thrift store, is growing and we need you! If you are about creating good things, keeping usable materials out of the landfill and making our community shine brighter join us as a volunteer or a board member.
Call BuildUp at 907-262-2453, visit us on Facebook or swing by 369 Tyee in Soldotna.

Come team up with Kenai Parks and Recreation to elevate the city's flower beds for the upcoming Summer!

All ages are welcome; no experience is necessary. Just bring your gloves and help bring color and life to our city’s flower beds.

Following planting efforts, Lunch will be hosted at the Kenai Fire Station for ALL planting volunteers.

Bonus: Groups can reserve time to plant a community flower bed with the city park staff in the days leading up to the main event. This opportunity is available from May 26 –29. To reserve a time, contact Kenai Parks & Recreation at 907-283-8262, or Email parks@kenai.city

Meet Up Details:

Please Bring Gardening Gloves (Limited quantities available)

When: Saturday, May 31st, 10 AM - 12:00 PM, (BBQ at Kenai Fire Station to follow, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM)

Where: Kenai City Hall Building, Fidalgo Ave. Kenai, AK 99611

Stop by our community room to make a craft and/or play a board game! Supplies and instructions provided for the crafts, just bring your imagination! Board games are also provided.

Join local chef Bobbi Stelljes for a hands-on Stone Soup cooking class!

Inspired by the classic story Stone Soup, each adult and youth pair will bring one soup ingredient to share and help create a variety of delicious soups together.

One adult will register only. Space is limited, please register online here: https://soldotna.libcal.com/event/16699603