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Learning new things at the Homer Farmers Market

Every week at the Homer Farmers Market I manage to learn something new.

Seastars cling to pilings below the Homer Harbor at Land’s End Resort during a low tide on Sunday, July 2, 2023 in Homer, Alaska. Photo by Christina Whiting

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Best Bets

OK, so the summer weather has not shaped up to be the best in terms of sun-filled days…

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Pet of the Week: Liza

Liza is a fun gal with a sweet heart. She loves to be around you, tell you about…

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A food hub and a community connection

This week, like many of us in Homer, I have had guests visiting from out of state. People…

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Pet of the Week: Max, a 3-year-old male German shepherd mix

He’s beautiful, playful, smart, and oh so energetic. Max is a sweet 3-year-old, but he acts more like…

A peony flower begins to bloom in the peony garden at WKFL Park  on Pioneer Avenue on Saturday, July 1, 2023 in Homer, Alaska. Photo by Christina Whiting

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Best Bets

Even if the rain might suggest otherwise, summer is in full swing folks, evidenced all around us by…

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Busy Saturday market sees sunshine

It finally happened. The sun was visible in Homer, Alaska. And what a beautiful day it was for…

Cast from 'The Drunkard', the opening show at Pier One Theatre on the Spit in 1986.  Photo provided by Pier One Theatre.

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Join Pier One Theatre celebrations this week

Pier One Theatre was featured in last week’s Meet Your Neighbor where several events were noted occuring this…

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Pets of the Week: Luna and Nova

We need your help folks! Luna and Nova are shutting down and need to get out of the…

A new forget-me-not flower blossoms at Eveline State Recreation Area located 13 miles out East End Road on Monday, June 26, 2023 in Homer, Alaska. Photo by Christina Whiting

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Best Bets

Summer’s here and, at long last, so is the sunshine. Whether you’re busy in your garden, out catching…

Homer kids share their crafts on Youth Day at Homer Farmers Market. Emilie Springer/ Homer News

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Market offers space for small vendors

New businesses can start out at Farmers Market without the expense of brick-and-mortar location.

“Maud of the Island” actors perform in the opening show on June 29 at the Pratt Museum outdoor stage in Homer.

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Homer playwright’s first play premieres

Golden’s ‘Maud of the Island’ came out of pandemic Zoom workshop

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Pet of the Week: Celeste, two-year-old female husky

Celeste is a beautiful young gal looking for her furever family. She’s young and physically fit, therefore she’s…