What’s Happening

Events and Exhibits ■ For the month of July, the Kenai Fine Art Center will host an exhibit of quilting from around the state, coordinated… Continue reading

Poem

UntitledBy Melinda Anderson, Kasilof He’ll never have the chance to walk her down the aisle She’ll never have the chance to see him with a… Continue reading

The Bookworm Sez: 'The Skeleton Crew' digs into unsolved mysteries

The Bookworm Sez: ‘The Skeleton Crew’ digs into unsolved mysteries

You can’t find your keys. Again.It happens every now and then: you get busy, distracted, and you put them down somewhere they don’t belong. Then… Continue reading

The Bookworm Sez: 'The Skeleton Crew' digs into unsolved mysteries
Haida carver TJ Young works on a bear holding its tongue on the Eagle totem pole for the Gajaa Hít building on Thursday. TJ and his brother, Joe, have been working on two poles and a screen to replace the aging ones in front of the building. The project has been organized through Sealaska Heritage Institute in conjunction with the Tlingit Haida Regional Housing Authority, who owns the building.

Hands-on learing: Carving project highlights modern aspects of apprenticeship tradition

When Haida carvers Joe and TJ Young were teenagers in Hydaburg 20 years ago, apprenticeship opportunities there were scarce. To learn the basics of carving… Continue reading

Haida carver TJ Young works on a bear holding its tongue on the Eagle totem pole for the Gajaa Hít building on Thursday. TJ and his brother, Joe, have been working on two poles and a screen to replace the aging ones in front of the building. The project has been organized through Sealaska Heritage Institute in conjunction with the Tlingit Haida Regional Housing Authority, who owns the building.

What’s Happening

Best Bet ■ On July 4 at 2 p.m., Dave Thompson of Kenai will recite poetry and ballads at the Kenai Historic Cabin Park in… Continue reading

Reeling it in: ‘Chef’ a perfect dinner in a movie

“Chef”Aldamisa Entertainment1 hour, 54 minutesOne of the incongruous facts about Hollywood is that more money does not necessarily mean higher quality. In fact, much of… Continue reading

The Bookworm Sez: McMurtry novel moseys through the Old West

The Bookworm Sez: McMurtry novel moseys through the Old West

Every good thing must come to an end.In some cases, that’s a surprising relief: you can only have just so much fun. In other cases,… Continue reading

The Bookworm Sez: McMurtry novel moseys through the Old West
This image released by Sony Pictures shows Jonah Hill, from left, Ice Cube, and Channing Tatum in Columbia Pictures' "22 Jump Street." (AP Photo/Sony Pictures, Glen Wilson)

Reeling it in: ‘Jump Street’ sequel in on the joke

“22 Jump Street” Columbia Pictures 1 hour, 52 minutes Comic actor Nick Offerman sums up the concept of “22 Jump Street” perfectly in one of… Continue reading

This image released by Sony Pictures shows Jonah Hill, from left, Ice Cube, and Channing Tatum in Columbia Pictures' "22 Jump Street." (AP Photo/Sony Pictures, Glen Wilson)

What’s Happening

Best Bet ■ The Los Angeles Children’s Chorus Young Men’s Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Steven Kronauer, sings Music From Around the World at… Continue reading

Homer-area jazz musician leaves for school, branches out

Homer-area jazz musician leaves for school, branches out

It took five years, a move to New York City and some soul-searching, but Kenai Peninsula trumpet player and musician Joe DeCino has graduated from… Continue reading

Homer-area jazz musician leaves for school, branches out

Poem: Need For Heed

Need For Heed By Norm Olson, NikiskiSpeeding down the highway, the wind against my face With my Honda underneath me, I raced for open space.… Continue reading

The Bookworm Sez: Fetch this one for a sentimental read

The Bookworm Sez: Fetch this one for a sentimental read

You were overjoyed when your dog learned to “SIT!”“Down” came eventually, then “roll over” and “stay.” He can “shake” both paws, fetch, find, and you’re… Continue reading

The Bookworm Sez: Fetch this one for a sentimental read

What’s Happening

Best Bet ■ Conway Seavey will perform songs from his new EP “Paradox” Friday from 6-7 p.m. at the Kaladi Brothers on Kobuk in Soldotna.… Continue reading

This image released by DreamWorks Animation shows the character Hiccup, voiced by Jay Baruchel, in a scene from "How To Train Your Dragon 2." (AP Photo/DreamWorks Animation)

Reeling it in: Two choices make for a great weekend at the movies

“How to Train Your Dragon 2” DreamWorks Animation 1 hour, 42 minutes   “The Fault in Our Stars” Temple Hill Entertainment 2 hours, 6 minutes… Continue reading

This image released by DreamWorks Animation shows the character Hiccup, voiced by Jay Baruchel, in a scene from "How To Train Your Dragon 2." (AP Photo/DreamWorks Animation)
The Bookworm Sez: What goes on behind closed eyes?

The Bookworm Sez: What goes on behind closed eyes?

Seven hours of your life, gone — just like that.You’d be annoyed if that happened while in traffic. You’d be angry if it was spent… Continue reading

The Bookworm Sez: What goes on behind closed eyes?
This image released by Warner Bros. Pictures shows Tom Cruise in a scene from "Edge of Tomorrow." (AP Photo/Warner Bros. Pictures, David James)

Reeling it in: Don’t wait for ‘Edge of Tomorrow’

“Edge of Tomorrow” Warner Bros. 1 hour, 53 minutes   As much as I enjoy Tom Cruise’s movies, I’ve been a little dubious of his… Continue reading

This image released by Warner Bros. Pictures shows Tom Cruise in a scene from "Edge of Tomorrow." (AP Photo/Warner Bros. Pictures, David James)

What’s Happening

Events and exhibits ■ Local nature photographer Laurie Johnson is showing her work at Kaladi Brothers Coffee on Kobuk in Soldotna. More than 20 pieces… Continue reading

Poem: Fire watch

Fire watchBy Vicki Fruichantie, KenaiWe were going campingBut ended up instead,Working the “information station”As the wildfires glowed red.We waited and watched and worriedAs the days… Continue reading

Photo by Kelly Sullivan/Peninsula Clarion Elan Krull and Daniel Rozak run through a rehearsal for the Kenai Performers production of Leading Ladies, May 28, on Kalifornsky Beach.

A look into Leading Ladies

A quick glance into the unmarked building behind Subway on Kalifornsky Beach Road reveals a suspended construction project camouflaging a cavernous adjoining room filled with… Continue reading

Photo by Kelly Sullivan/Peninsula Clarion Elan Krull and Daniel Rozak run through a rehearsal for the Kenai Performers production of Leading Ladies, May 28, on Kalifornsky Beach.

What’s Happening

Events and Exhibits ■ Local nature photographer Laurie Johnson is showing her work at Kaladi Brothers Coffee on Kobuk in Soldotna. More than 20 pieces… Continue reading