Spring is in the air, and soon all the snow and mud will be replaced by splashes of color. Stop by Homer’s art galleries and take in First Friday Opening Receptions to see what artists have been up to this winter.
“Don’t like the weather in Alaska? Wait five minutes!” That’s the old joke that pretty accurately describes the last couple of weeks here in Homer. It’s spring. No, winter. No, spring. No, winter. Have no fear, the Betster is here to reassure you that warmer weather and longer daylight hours are on their way, and with them the return of the sandhill cranes, opportunities for fiddlehead and stinging nettle foraging, and dusting off your gardening tools. In the meantime, there’s no shortage of activities to keep you informed and entertained. Just check out these Best Bets!