What’s Happening Calendar

 

May Programs and Events at the Nikiski Community Recreation Center include: Spin Classes happening Tuesday and Saturday mornings at 9:30am. Please call 907-776-8800 for more information. Tot Time, Tuesday & Thursday 11am-12:30pm. Bring your little[...]

Sing, play, and read at Bouncing Babies story time. This story time is designed for 18months and younger.

If you are between the ages of 12 and 18 and have a passion for community, books, and learning, TAB is for you! Make suggestions to help us plan library programs and select new library[...]

Teen Lounge is a weekly hang-out program for teens ages 13-17. Join us for video games, board games, NERF® battles, study sessions, crafts, and other fun activities!

Join Anna Boutwell, APRN, and other local healthcare professionals for a walk in the Soldotna Regional Sports Complex on Wednesday, May 1st, at 5:00 p.m. Anna will discuss hitting sugar target goals and healthy blood[...]

SOLO’s Wilderness First Responder course is for those who work as backcountry trip leaders, camp counselors, mountain guides, river guides, and ski patrollers. This is an intensive 72-80 hour certification course nationally certified through SOLO[...]

We are excited to share stories, sing songs, and explore other learning fun together every Thursday at the library!

Join Scott Hamilton & Mark Gage at K-B Laser Wash / Car & Dog Wash on Thursday, May 2nd, from 12-2p! Come check out the newest car wash on the Kenai—free food courtesy of Promeithen[...]

Gather your fellow Potterheads, don your house colors, and join us for a magical evening of wizarding fun! Muggles welcome, but wizards and witches in costume will receive bonus points! Open to all ages.

The Community is invited to a fundraiser for Katrina Cannava at Soldotna Elementary on Thursday, May 2nd, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. There will be a spaghetti feed, silent auction, and split the pot. Katrina[...]

Design a sticker for the upcoming elections! More details to come.

Registration is encouraged Practice using fine motor skills to make an ocean themed snack!  This craft is designed for toddlers and preschoolers ages 2-5 years.

Have you had a cancer diagnosis? Join us for a FREE 6 session course to support your body, mind and soul. With the stress and anxiety of a cancer diagnosis, it is in movement and[...]

Hobbies and Sports will be the special theme for the next Friends of the Kenai Community Library Pop-Up Book Sale.  Joins us for these books and more at the library from 1:30pm to 5:30pm on[...]

Soldotna Elementary is having a Kindergarten Round-up on May 3rd from 3:30pm to 4:15pm.  This is an opportunity to meet our kindergarten teachers to find out what happens in a typical kindergarten day.  They can[...]

Bring your yard sale to the first swap meet! This community yard sale is one of several Free events we plan to offer this summer! All are welcome including food trucks, vendors, and entertainment! Donations[...]

General Questions call Kenai Peninsula Borough Solid Waste Dept. at (907) 262-9667   This event is for households and small businesses. All businesses must pre-register with US Ecology. Households with 55 gallons or more total[...]

Join Chelsea Chess & Britney Baier at the Sport, Rec & Trade Show on Saturday, May 4th, from 11a-2p. 37th Annual Kenai Peninsula Sport, Rec & Trade Show.  Back by popular demand will be the[...]

Bring your yard sale to the first swap meet! This community yard sale is one of several Free events we plan to offer this summer! All are welcome including food trucks, vendors, and entertainment! Donations[...]

The Kenai Community Library is looking for Lego builders for this year’s Brick by Brick show! Display your very own custom Lego sculpture (no kits) and compete for the title of “Best in Brick!” Simply[...]

A crafting class for little ones! Join us this month to make your very own playdough. Designed for kids 6 and under. Drop in and have some fun! The craft will take around 15 minutes.

Starting in March! Bring a friend or meet someone new to practice your chess skills with a friendly game! Ask the front desk for a board and find a comfortable space in the library. All[...]

Board of Education work sessions and meetings are scheduled for May 6, 2024 beginning at 11:00 a.m. The regular business meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. in the Betty J. Glick Assembly Chambers.  [...]

Northern Pacific Specialty Construction will be at the Peninsula Job Center on Tuesday, May 7th to meet with job seekers face to face. They are currently hiring for Construction Laborers. This employer has multiple projects[...]

REGISTER FOR EACH CLASS HERE: https://www.uaf.edu/ces/garden/webinars/index.php Did you miss the Alaskan Gardening program? Grow your gardening knowledge by participating in this webinar series! If you are unable to attend at home, come to the Soldotna Library[...]

We are excited to share stories, sing songs, and explore other learning fun together every Thursday at the library!

Registration is encouraged Come learn how to prevent forest fires and learn about the different tools that the firefighters use to battle fires. Also, Smokey the Bear will join us to tell his story about being a cub[...]

Join us this Crafternoon to paint mini terracotta pots! This program is designed for adults. Space is limited, so sign up at the Library front desk or call (907) 283-4378 to reserve a spot.

Registration is required for this event. Grab a friend, sip some fresh-made boba, and play board games! Seats are limited so be sure to register! This program is for Adults ages 18+.

If you are currently with our school, please come celebrate the great school year we’ve had.   If you are curious about our program, this is a great opportunity!!   Meet our staff, learn about[...]

Have you had a cancer diagnosis? Join us for a FREE 6 session course to support your body, mind and soul. With the stress and anxiety of a cancer diagnosis, it is in movement and[...]

Take a moment to breathe deeply and learn some mindfulness practices in a story time setting. Open to kids ages 5 and under, this story time will focus on awareness of ourselves and our surroundings.

Registration is required for this event. Tweens ages 10-14 years are invited to enjoy video games, crafts, Lego Bricks, popcorn, and more! Registration Required.

Central Peninsula Landfill Free to households; businesses are charged a fee Specific Questions regarding disposal, fees and to pre-register call US Ecology at (877) 375-5040 General Questions call Kenai Peninsula Borough Solid Waste Dept. at[...]

Starting in March! Bring a friend or meet someone new to practice your chess skills with a friendly game! Ask the front desk for a board and find a comfortable space in the library. All[...]

The Dollhouse will be open for this fun hour of play!  Bring your own doll or play with ours during American Girl Club!  Meets the same time and place as Lego Club.

REGISTER FOR EACH CLASS HERE: https://www.uaf.edu/ces/garden/webinars/index.php Did you miss the Alaskan Gardening program? Grow your gardening knowledge by participating in this webinar series! If you are unable to attend at home, come to the Soldotna Library[...]

Sing, play, and read at Bouncing Babies story time. This story time is designed for 18months and younger.

Teen Lounge is a weekly hang-out program for teens ages 13-17. Join us for video games, board games, NERF® battles, study sessions, crafts, and other fun activities!

We are excited to share stories, sing songs, and explore other learning fun together every Thursday at the library!

In this workshop, learn how to use Google’s free web-based applications for creating documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and more. We’ll go over the basics and assist with any questions you might have.

Registration is required for this event. Braver Angels Reuniting America is a powerful experience that is proven to help people with different political perspectives connect, communicate and understand each other. Come to watch the short documentary[...]

Closures The library will open at noon today

Have you had a cancer diagnosis? Join us for a FREE 6 session course to support your body, mind and soul. With the stress and anxiety of a cancer diagnosis, it is in movement and[...]

Mark your calendars for Hope Community Resources’ 55th Walk & Roll for Hope in Kenai, Saturday, May 18, 2024! We invite all community members to walk and roll through the streets of Soldotna, raising funds and[...]

Celebrate National Bike Month by learning how to care for your bike. An expert from Beemun’s Bike Loft will discuss basic bike maintenance and repair skills every cyclist should know!

Starting in March! Bring a friend or meet someone new to practice your chess skills with a friendly game! Ask the front desk for a board and find a comfortable space in the library. All[...]

REGISTER FOR EACH CLASS HERE: https://www.uaf.edu/ces/garden/webinars/index.php Did you miss the Alaskan Gardening program? Grow your gardening knowledge by participating in this webinar series! If you are unable to attend at home, come to the Soldotna Library[...]

Learn how to use a feed bag to make a one of-a-kind planter for your garden. This class is beginner friendly and designed for teens and adults.  Space is limited, so sign up at the[...]

Sing, play, and read at Bouncing Babies story time. This story time is designed for 18months and younger.

Having trouble finding new books to enjoy for this summer? Look no further! Join us for a short informational session on how to find read-a-likes and other popular titles on NoveList, Goodreads, and more. Open[...]

Teen Lounge is a weekly hang-out program for teens ages 13-17. Join us for video games, board games, NERF® battles, study sessions, crafts, and other fun activities!

We are excited to share stories, sing songs, and explore other learning fun together every Thursday at the library!

Join us every month to work on cool STEAM projects using a variety of tools. Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics, and more!  This month we will be hosting an Ozobot circus, teaching robots to perform[...]

Registration is encouraged Join us to discuss the book I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou, its censorship, and the value of our intellectual freedom.

Stitch this handsome little moose on a canvas envelope perfectly sized to hold your library card. This program is designed for teens and adults. Space is limited, so sign up at the Library front desk[...]

The Soldotna Library will be closed for Memorial Day.

Starting in March! Bring a friend or meet someone new to practice your chess skills with a friendly game! Ask the front desk for a board and find a comfortable space in the library. All[...]

REGISTER FOR EACH CLASS HERE: https://www.uaf.edu/ces/garden/webinars/index.php Did you miss the Alaskan Gardening program? Grow your gardening knowledge by participating in this webinar series! If you are unable to attend at home, come to the Soldotna Library[...]

Sing, play, and read at Bouncing Babies story time. This story time is designed for 18months and younger.

All ages are invited to celebrate the Library’s 10 year grand re-opening anniversary! Learn more about the library throughout the years while enjoying games, a scavenger hunt, book walk, balloon animals, live music, cake, and[...]

Teen Lounge is a weekly hang-out program for teens ages 13-17. Join us for video games, board games, NERF® battles, study sessions, crafts, and other fun activities!

We are excited to share stories, sing songs, and explore other learning fun together every Thursday at the library!

Registration is required for this event. Used Book and Art Sale in the library basement bookstore. Gently used books and art are available at bargain prices. Paperback books are 25 cents each or 5 for $1. Hardcover books are only $1. We have a beautiful assortment[...]

Adventure begins at your library this summer! Join us for this all-ages event to celebrate the start of our Summer Reading Program. Sign up for the reading program, play bingo, win prizes, and more! The[...]