Hello Soldotna,
Wow- another busy week on the Peninsula! Alaskans won't let a a rainy day keep them from all the fun activities our community has to offer!
Early Access tickets to our 30TH ANNUAL Pie Auction Fundraiser will be available to our current Chamber Members starting THIS FRIDAY and tickets for everyone will be available soon after! This event is always a sold-out event and we're excited to invite everyone INTO THE TIME MACHINE!
Our annual Pie Auction is a fantastic opportunity to give back to the community and receive public recognition for the donations you make! Consider donating gift certificates, items, or a dessert to be auctioned off. There are links to the online forms in the newsletter below...
Cheers!
-Your Soldotna Chamber
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CONTACT CIERRA TODAY!
cierra@soldotnachamber.com OR 907-262-9814
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August 21st
Joint Kenai Luncheon - Small Business Association
September 11th
Soldotna City Council Candidate Forum
September 25
Joint Soldotna Luncheon - Borough Assembly Candidate Forum
October 2nd
Joint Kenai Luncheon - Senate Candidate Forum
October 9th
Joint Soldotna Luncheon - Representative Candidate Forum
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JOINT CHAMBER LUNCHEON
Looking back at 60 years of KPC with Dr. Cheryl Siemers -
KPC Director.
THIS WEDNESDAY
August 14th
12pm
Soldotna Regional Sports Complex
538 Arena Ave #8200
Soldotna, Alaska
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SOLDOTNA CHAMBER LUNCHEON
Update from Sarah Pyhala
with Kenai Peninsula
Peace Crane Garden Trails
Wednesday
August 28th
12pm
Soldotna Regional Sports Complex
538 Arena Ave #8200
Soldotna, Alaska
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The Soldotna Chamber is ready to celebrate THIRTY YEARS of hosting our annual Pie Auction fundraiser! The event will be held on Saturday, October 19th, 2024 and this year we’re looking back with a “Time Machine” theme! The evening will include a live auction and a variety of raffles & games, raising funds for our community events & programs. Those include Frozen RiverFest, Soldotna Progress Days, the Levitt AMP Soldotna Music Series & many more. This annual fundraiser also finances the Chamber’s Scholarship Program in its entirety. Over the past 30 years, with the help of our generous membership, the Soldotna Chamber has awarded $372,800 in scholarships to students in the greater Soldotna area.
We are requesting donations from local businesses to include in the auction and raffles. Guests are always interested in bidding for vacations, behind-the-scenes experiences, and tickets to local events. Our guests also love to bid on restaurant gift cards, fishing trips, unique Alaskan items, hotel/lodge stays, as well as other items that are unique to our area.
We truly appreciate your consideration in regard to a contribution. Each donor will be acknowledged with the donated item on auction night, as well as in the Chamber’s weekly e-newsletter, on the Chamber’s social media pages and printed in local publications. Donations will also be printed in the auction’s program. This event is a wonderful opportunity for you to give back and get recognition for it! Just flip this page over and fill out the form, or give us a call, we would love to hear from you!
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Nominations for the
65th Annual Soldotna Chamber
AWARDS CELEBRATION
will now be accepted throughout the year!
Any time an individual or business impresses you, take a moment to see if they qualify for one of our awards and submit a nomination!
All nominations must be submitted by 11/14/24.
The Soldotna Chamber's Award Celebration will be held on Wednesday, December 18th, 2024.
All Chamber Members receive two complimentary tickets to the event!
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SENATE DISTRICT D DEBATE
Ben Carpenter &
Jesse Bjorkman
Moderated by Merrill Sikorski
Monday, August 12th
5pm: Taco Bar
6-8pm: Introductions/Questions
Soldotna Regional Sports Complex
538 Arena Ave #8200
Soldotna, Alaska
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CHALLENGER LEARNING CENTER
FREE Drone 101 Workshop
Tuesday, August 13th
1pm - 3pm
Whether you're a seasoned flyer or just curious, learn drone safety, rules and regulations from the experts at Dart Drones, as seen on Shark Tank. Perfect for recreational and commercial drone enthusiasts.
Challenger Learning Center
9711 Kenai Spur Hwy
Kenai, Alaska
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Don't miss out—no signup need, See you Tuesday! | | |
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Levitt AMP Music Series
LAWN ACTIVITIES
Every Wednesday 5-6pm
June, July, & August
in Soldotna Creek Park
before the Live Music begins
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Fur Slap/Cuff Bracelets and Headbands
Join in on the family fun activity of making fur bracelets and headbands
with the Kenaitze Elder Program.
Choose your type of pelt/hide and glue it to your choice of bracelet..
...the result? A beautiful piece of jewelry!
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PCHS
Grief Recovery Method
WORKSHOP
Wednesdays
6-8pm
August 14th - October 9th
fee: $95 (scholarships available)
to register contact:
Gail Kennedy:
Certified Grief Recovery Specialist
907-602-9944
gail.griefrecovery@gmail.com
230 E. Marydale
Soldotna, Alaska
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Soldotna Saturday Farmer's Market
CHEF AT THE MARKET
Cooking Demonstrations
with guest Chef: Joe Spady
August 17th
Market runs 10am - 2pm
at the corner of Kenai Spur Highway and East Corral Ave.
soldotnasaturdayfarmersmarket.com
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INDUSTRY APPRECIATION DAY
Saturday, August 17th
12-4pm
Kenai Park Strip
400 Main St Loop
Kenai, Alaska
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KPC 60th ANNIVERSARY
Join local leaders and community partners in celebrating the 60th anniversary of Kenai Peninsula College!
This year’s open house will showcase KPC’s mission of community-focused education. Come meet our students, staff and faculty, and learn how the college creates opportunity in Alaska. The family-friendly event will feature food trucks, as well as campus tours and festivities celebrating KPC’s milestone anniversary.
For questions, email uaa_kpcinfo@alaska.edu.
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Tuesday, August 20th
4 - 7 pm
Kenai River Campus
156 College Rd.
Soldotna, Alaska
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Kenai Performers presents
SOCIAL DANCE LESSONS
Monday - Thursday
August 26th - 29th
Friday the 30th will be a social dance open to the public for us to try our new skills with live music by our local trio White Stone!
907-252-1828
KenaiPerformers.org
Kenai Performers
44045 K Beach Road
Soldotna, Alaska
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Alzheimer's Association of Alaska
WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'S
Saturday, September 7th, 2024
Registration Opens 10am
Opening Ceremony 11am
Walk Begins 11:30am
Challengers Learning Center
9711 Kenai Spur Hwy
Kenai, Alaska
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KENAI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Community Business Lecture Series
BUSINESS BANKING
with Time Redder & Stephanie Raymond
Thursday, September 12th
12-1pm
11471 Kenai Spur Hwy
Kenai, Alaska
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KENAI RIVER MARATHON
Sunday, September 29th, 2024
Registration closes at 8:30pm on 9/28
26.2 Miles through Alaska's Playground
907-283-1991
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THE GOODS
presents
MICHAEL KIRKPATRICK
Thursday
August 13th
6-9pm
FREE SHOW!
45015 K Beach Road
Soldotna, Alaska
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SOLDOTNA WEDNESDAY MARKET
Live Music on the Small Stage
Wednesday
August 14th
11am - 5:45pm
Soldotna Creek Park
(west side of the park)
251 States Ave
Soldotna, Alaska
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THE DUCK INN
presents
HOT MESS
Saturday
August 17th
8pm
43187 Kalifornsky Beach Rd
Soldotna, Alaska
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Kenai Chamber of Commerce
ARTIST SERIES
Opening Receptions:
First Friday of every month 5-7pm
Kenai Visitor Center Winter Hours
Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
11471 Kenai Spur Hwy,
Kenai, Alaska
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THE DUCK INN
presents
Ellie & The Echoes
Friday, August 23rd
43187 Kalifornsky Beach Rd
Soldotna, Alaska
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KENAI PENINSULA COLLEGE
ATTENTION LOCAL FOOD VENDORS!
KPC is now accepting proposals to operate the Kenai River Café located at the Kenai River Campus in Soldotna. Proposals are due by September 9th at 5pm.
To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please visit http://notice.alaska.gov/216248 or call (907) 474-7315.
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KENAI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Please join the Kenai Chamber
as they welcome their new
Finance & Retail Sale Coordinator:
NATALIE GARRETT
👏
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Seven Young Alaskans Recognized as Local Community Heroes
Alaska Communications and Boys & Girls Clubs of Southcentral Alaska
Announce 2024 Summer of Heroes Honorees
With a heart to serve others, young Alaskans are changing lives and making their communities better. From advocating for legislation in the U.S. Congress to supporting their peers, and raising awareness and funds for causes important to them, youth across the state are having a positive impact on Alaska.
Through the Summer of Heroes Program, Alaska Communications is proud to celebrate seven young people for their outstanding community service across Alaska. Five youth heroes at large and two youth heroes from the company’s employee program each will be awarded a $2,000 scholarship for their efforts. Additionally, as part of the program, the broadband provider will donate $15,000 to Boys & Girls Clubs of Southcentral Alaska to further support youth development in the state.
"Our youth are the changemakers of tomorrow, and it is our privilege to acknowledge their extraordinary contributions today,” said Matt McConnell, Alaska Communications president and CEO. “By recognizing and supporting these young heroes, we are investing in the future of Alaska. Their passion, determination and commitment to making a difference inspires us all. Congratulations to this year's recipients, and thank you for your exceptional service to our communities."
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Congratulations to the following 2024 youth heroes:
- Emily Brubaker, 13, Anchorage
- Maya Carlson, 17, Anchorage
- Sara DeVolld, 16, Soldotna
- Jillian Dolph, 16, Anchorage
- Fernando Escobar, 18, Kodiak
- Gunnar Sudsbury Giuchici, 12, Fairbanks
- Grace Hurley, 17, Kodiak
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Special Congratulations to Soldotna's Own...
SARA DEVOLLD 👏
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KENAITZE INDIAN TRIBE
Kahtnuht'ana Culture at K'beq'
Cultural Presentations & Workshops
Every Friday, 12-1pm
July - August
K'beg' Cultural Heritage Interpretation
Mile 52.6 Sterling Highway
near Cooper Landing
for more information...
907-395-7985
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RIVER CITY PULL TABS
New Summer Hours
Sunday: 11am - 7pm
Monday- Saturday
10am - Midnight
907-260-6100
131 Warehouse Dr. Suite B
Soldotna, Alaska
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SOLDOTNA SATURDAY
FARMER'S MARKET
Every Saturday, June - September
10 am – 2 pm
at the corner of Kenai Spur Highway and East Corral Ave.
soldotnasaturdayfarmersmarket.com
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SOLDOTNA WEDNESDAY MARKET
Every Wednesday, June - August
11am - 6pm
Soldotna Creek Park
251 States Ave,
Soldotna, Alaska
soldotnawednesdaymarket.com
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THANK YOU to Merrill Sikorski for constantly supporting our Chamber members and staff by photographing our community events and sharing our Soldotna stories! Our community is lucky to have you! | |
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS THIS THURSDAY! | |
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As a Soldotna Chamber of Commerce member,
you can post current openings on our Job Board for free!
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Tanner’s Alaskan Seafood
Part time positions available with potential for full time and year round.
Come work in a beautiful new building with a great team!
Stop by and ask for Jason, Rory or Betty Jean.
450 Centennial Park Rd
Soldotna, Alaska
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MAJOR MARINE TOURS
Hiring Full-time Warehouse Staff
Housing Available
Competitive pay & bonus opportunities
907-224-8030
info@majormarine.com
1412 4th Ave.
Seward, Alaska
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Kenai Peninsula Driving Instruction
HIRING
CDL Truck Driver Training Instructor Class A in Kenai
TO APPLY:
Visit alaskajobs.alaska.gov
and search for “673695”
Peninsula Job Center
11312 Kenai Spur Hwy, Suite 2
907-335-3010
peninsula.jobcenter@alaska.gov
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KENAI PENINSULA FOOD BANK
Hiring Executive Director
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KENAITZE INDIAN TRIBE
Check current job opportunities offered by Kenaitze!
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CITY OF SOLDOTNA
Check current job opportunities offered by the City of Soldotna!
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KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH
Check current job opportunities offered by KPB!
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RIDE SAFELY
ATVs intended for use by adults can go faster and are much heavier than youth ATVs. The faster an ATV goes, the faster an accident can happen. Larger ATVs have higher chances of a serious injury occurring among children. Your child’s safety depends on following ATV size and age safety labels. Look for ATV age warning labels before allowing your child to ride an ATV.
Read more at https://DefendYourBrain.alaska.gov.
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