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    Novelists discuss dystopian worlds
    Novelists discuss dystopian worlds
    February 18, 2015 3:43 pm

    As part of the Big Read for Ray Bradbury’s “Fahrenheit 451,” the Friends of the Homer Public Library sponsor a…

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    West Homer Elementary School librarian Lisa Whip, recipient of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School Board’s Golden Apple Award, is surrounded by co-workers at Monday’s school board meeting in Soldotna. From left: Pat Moreth, Karen Murdock, Lyn Maslow, Lynn Temple, Judy Gonzalves, Whip, Shele Worsfold, Katie Bynagle and Barb Veeck.-Photo by Pegge Erkeneff
    WHES librarian awarded district’s golden apple
    By McKibben Jackinsky • February 4, 2015 1:45 pm

    Apples displayed on desks, apples given to them by students. West Homer Elementary School librarian also has an apple for…

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    HCOA needs volunteers, performers for Street Faire
    HCOA needs volunteers, performers for Street Faire
    July 2, 2014 4:16 pm

    The Homer Council on the Arts Street Faire needs volunteers and performers for its annual outdoor event, held 10 a.m.-6…

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    Little Free Library started at Fritz Creek General Store
    Little Free Library started at Fritz Creek General...
    June 11, 2014 4:18 pm

    The Friends of the Homer Public Library has started its first Little Free Library at the Fritz Creek General Store….

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    ‘Lifelong learners’ honored Saturday
    By McKibben Jackinsky • April 9, 2014 4:58 pm

    Kyra Wagner is the recipient of the Friends of the Homer Library’s 2014 Lifelong Learner Award. Also being honored at…

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    Connections Coach Janet Szajkowski, left, helps Iris Downey, grade 6, and Jadzia Thomas, grade 5, study for Friday’s state Battle of the Books.-Photo by McKibben Jackinsky, Homer News
    Book battle advances from district to state
    By McKibben Jackinsky • February 20, 2014 11:18 am

    Sure they can read, but do they know what they’re reading? Absolutely. Proof of that pudding is the Kenai Peninsula…

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    Library holds ‘Liberty and Justice (for All)’ events
    Library holds ‘Liberty and Justice (for All)’ events
    January 9, 2014 12:03 pm

    In conjunction with the art exhibit, “Liberty and Justice (For All),” the Friends of the Homer Public Library holds several…

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    Library celebrates Alaska Book Week
    Library celebrates Alaska Book Week
    October 2, 2013 3:14 pm

    As part of the third annual Alaska Book Week, Oct. 5-12, the Homer Public Library holds “Alaska Read-out” at 6…

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    HCOA seeks vendors, performers for Street Faire
    HCOA seeks vendors, performers for Street Faire
    June 12, 2013 2:59 pm

    The Homer Council on the Arts seeks vendors and performers for its annual Street Faire, to be held 10 a.m.-6…

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    Homer’s Best Bets
    Homer’s Best Bets
    March 20, 2013 2:53 pm

    Holy Feng Shui, Betsteroids! Did you know March has five Fridays in it? This is supposed to be really rare…

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    Big Read fosters sense of community
    Big Read fosters sense of community
    March 18, 2013 4:51 pm

    One of the things that makes Homer unique is its sense of community. The Big Read sponsored by the Friends…

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    Make a plan to be prepared, give more
    Make a plan to be prepared, give more
    January 24, 2013 1:03 pm

    One of the best things about a new year is the clean slate it represents. It’s a great time to…

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    Business Breifs
    Business Breifs
    December 13, 2012 11:18 am

    Three local entrepreneurs receive business boost Ideas for a baby caregiver network, unique home furnishings and a business that creates…

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