Hello Soldotna,
This time of year comes with many holiday events & activities on our calendar. The Chamber team was busy this last week popping by a few community events!
Christmas in the Park was a huge success on Saturday. Thank you to everyone who braved the slippery roads and made our event so magical. Thank you to all of our partners, sponsors, & volunteers!
Mark you calendars for Wednesday, December 18th at noon, as you are invited to our 65th Annual Awards Celebration at the Soldotna regional Sports Complex! We'll see you then!
HAPPY HOLIDAYS & SHOP LOCAL!
-Your Soldotna Chamber
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THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK VOLUNTEERS
- Tony Hertz
- Adam Taeschner
- Derek Craycroft
- Shona DeVolld
- Sara DeVolld
- Anne Larson
- Peter Micciche
- Keyna from Kaladi Bros
- Erika from Starbucks
- Shannon from Starbucks
- Dani from Starbucks
- Taylor from Starbucks
- Calvin from KP Food Bank
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JOIN US FOR OUR 65th ANNUAL AWARDS CELEBRATION!
Look back at 2024 and pay tribute to those who have made our community a better place to live, work, and do business.
Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
12pm at Soldotna Regional Sports Complex
Tickets are $18 and EVERY member of the Soldotna Chamber receives TWO complimentary tickets to the event!
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Uh oh! Soldotna Chamber has sent our mischievous little ELF out into the community again this holiday season! He will be popping into some of our Chamber member's businesses to spread Christmas cheer & -of course- shenanigans!
If the Chamber Elf makes his way to YOUR business! Capture the elf in the act, whatever the holiday antics or silly mischief he is causing at your business. Share the photographic evidence on your Social Media and tag us! @soldotnachamber #ElfingAroundSoldotna
Then be sure to pass this along to another active member of the Soldotna Chamber of Commerce asap so he can continue his festive adventure around our community!
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Do you or an organization you know offer some kind of scholarship?
Reach more of the community to ensure you find the best applicant for your scholarship!
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SOLDOTNA CHAMBER
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year!
Soldotna Chamber will be awarding SIX different scholarships. Two to high school seniors, three to trade school students, & one to a continuing education student of any age.
DEADLINE:
Friday, March 21st, 2025
by 4pm
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INLETKEEPER
WINTER WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP
Tuesday, December 10th
3-5pm
Inletkeeper
Community Action Studio
35911 Kenai Spur Hwy, #13
Soldotna, Alaska
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KENAI CHAMBER
presents
CHRISTMAS MOVIE NIGHT
Tuesday, December 12th
FREE ENTRY
Kenai Chamber & Visitor Center
11471 Kenai Spur Hwy
Kenai, Alaska
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DRAKES ON THE KENAI
SANTA & MRS CLAUS
ARE COMING TO TOWN!
Friday, December 13th
Santa Arrives at 6:30pm
To Attend: Please call or email
as space is limited!
info@drakesonthekenai.com
907-227-5052
907-378-4882
Drakes Lodges on the Kenai
37920 Sara Street
Soldotna, Alaska
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Second Annual
LET HOPE SHINE
Friday - Sunday
December 13th-15th
5pm - 8pm
Diamond M Ranch
48500 Kenai Spur Hwy
Kenai, Alaska
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BEAR CREEK WINERY
presents
GARDEN OF LIGHTS
December 13th-14th &
December 20th-21st
5-7pm
FREE ADMISSION
Come enjoy the Bonfire,
Hot Chocolate, & Holiday Music!
Bear Creek Winery
60203 Bear Creek Drive
Homer, Alaska
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KENAITZE INDIAN TRIBE
HOLIDAY ARTS & CRAFTS SALE
Friday, December 20th
10am - 4pm
Featuring Alaska Native & American Indian artwork & crafts
Questions?
Call 907-335-7588
Dena'ina Wellness Center
Gathering Space
508 Upland Drive
Kenai, Alaska
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2024 STARLIGHT STARBRIGHT:
a Winter Solstice Ski Event
Saturday, December 21st
Registration 5:30PM - 6:00PM
Ski Event 6:30PM - 7:30PM
Bring the family out for this fundraiser benefiting the American Cancer Society!
Presenting Sponsor: Aurora Integrated Oncology Foundation
Enjoy a winter wonderland ski through the Kenai Golf Course.
The ski trail will be lit with luminaria honoring our cancer survivors and remembering those we’ve lost.
To purchase luminaria; 1 for $5 or 3 for $10.
Refreshments such as cocoa and cookies will be provided.
All proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society.
Questions: Johna Beech 907-394-6006
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BREW@602
presents
POLAR EXPRESS
Holiday Train
Saturday, December 21st
4-6pm
Coffee & Waffles
Pictures with Santa
Special Guest: Performance by Forever Dance
Brew@602
43540 Whistle Hill Loop
Soldotna, Alaska
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THE DUCK INN'S
ANNUAL UGLY SWEATER PARTY
Saturday, December 21st
must be 21+
Elf Pong
Ugly Sweater Contest
Drink Specials
The Duck
43187 K. Beach Rd
Soldotna, Alaska
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KENAI PENINSULA ECONOMIC DEVELOPEMET DISTRICT
presents
DATA FOR KP GRANT WRITERS
Thursday, January 23rd
10am - 2pm
KPEDD
14896 Kenai Spur Hwy
Kenai, Alaska
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KENAI PENINSULA ECONOMIC DEVELOPEMET DISTRICT
presents
DATA FOR KP DECISION MAKERS
Thursday, January 30th
10am - 2pm
KPEDD
14896 Kenai Spur Hwy
Kenai, Alaska
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KENAI PENINSULA COLLEGE
CREATIVE WORKSHOPS
free & open to the public
Thursdays
3 pm - 4:30 pm
Kenai Peninsula College
Kenai River Campus
156 College Road
Soldotna, Alaska
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KENAI PENINSULA COLLEGE
CREATIVE WORKSHOPS
free & open to the public
Thursdays
3 pm - 4:30 pm
Kenai Peninsula College
Kenai River Campus
156 College Road
Soldotna, Alaska
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KENAI PERFORMERS
presents
NEW YEAR'S EVE SWING DANCE
Tuesday, December 31st
6-10 pm
Kenai Performers will be hosting a local live swing band, featuring JLee Webster on vocals, Brian Jones and Deborah Sounart on trumpet, Mark Jurek on trombone, Raleigh Van Natta alto sax/clarinet, Cole Watkins tenor sax, Mim McKay piano, Peter Ehrhardt guitar, and Kent Petersen on Bass!
Coffee and water will be provided, a donation opportunity for Kenai Performers at the entrance and a tip jar for the band.
Please bring dance shoes to change into, let's finish the year strong and joyfully with fellow dancers.
Questions, please call/text Jodene at 907-252-1828
44045 K-Beach Road
Soldotna, Alaska
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KENAI PERFORMERS
presents
PETTICOATS & SPUNK
Reader Theatre
January 17-19
January 24-26
2025
Call for more information:
907-262-6808
44045 K-Beach Road
Soldotna, Alaska
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“Fiber is the gold standard, but we’re always focused on using the right technologies, like fiber fed fixed wireless, which can be better for certain areas,” said Stevenson. “We’re excited to give Alaskans more options for connecting their homes and businesses.” | |
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Faster FiWi Internet
Coming to Soldotna from
ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS
“We hear from customers across the state that they want reliable, unlimited internet from Alaska Communications. We’re taking steps to bring that service to more places,” said Drew Stevenson, senior management consultant at Alaska Communications. “This month, we’re enhancing service in Juneau and Soldotna with speeds up to 300Mbps, on average, twice the download speeds of direct-to-consumer satellite services while also being more reliable.”
“By partnering with a next-generation fixed wireless provider, we’re able to deliver fiber grade, low latency speeds up to 300Mbps, perfect for families with multiple users and for today’s essential tasks like video calls and online learning,” said Stevenson.
Starting at just $99.99/month in Soldotna, our service comes with professional installation by IBEW Local 1547 technicians and backed by our in-state technical support and customer service resources.
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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! | |
Do you rent lodging to visitors in Soldotna? A new lodging tax goes into effect on January 1, 2025, and all lodging operators located in the City of Soldotna will need to register before this goes into effect. The lodging tax will be paid by visitors to our community, and funds collected will be used to boost our local economy and promote future travel to the region. The tax applies to all stays of less than 30 continuous days at hotels, motels, inns, bed and breakfasts, lodges, VRBOs, Airbnbs, and other peer-to-peer rentals in Soldotna. Please visit www.soldotna.org/lodgingtax to learn more, and register for your certificate. | |
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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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We're seeking an Operations Manager to lead our programs, fundraisers and office operations in Soldotna, Alaska!
We offer a competitive salary, medical benefits and generous paid time off. Fishing skills are not required, KRSA is an equal opportunity employer.
Please send your cover letter and resume to shannon@krsa.com. Find a job description and further details on our website: https://bit.ly/3Amm4Qo
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HIRING: Part Time Store Associate
Build Up is a non-profit, building materials thrift store. Started in 2020, its aim is to reduce building material waste and provide affordable building materials to the community.
Build Up is seeking a qualified Store Associate who will work alone & as part of a team of volunteers tasked with the following responsibility.
Work Schedule & Wage:
Wednesday through Saturday (10:45am to 5:15pm) up to 28 hours a week.
Salary is $20 per hour DOE.
Submit resume and letter of inquiry to buildupkp@gmail.com
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Responsibilities:
• Opening & closing the store during days of operation
• Operating the register for store sales
• Posting items & updating BuildUps Facebook Marketplace page
• Pricing & organizing donated items
• Responding to customers, in-person and via the phone, delivering exceptional
customer service
• Reporting to Management/Board Point of Contact regarding store operations & supplies
• Foster an environment that encourages volunteers
• Ensures store is kept clean & tidy
Qualifications:
• Positive attitude with excellent interpersonal & communication skills
• Retail experience
• Be able to lift up to 501bs with assistance
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Strong initiative & ability to work independently
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LEE SHORE CENTER
Hiring: Prevention Assistant
325 S. Spruce Street
Kenai, Alaska
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ALYESKA TIRE
Hiring: BOOKKEEPER
Bring your resume to the shop!
36095 Kenai Spur Hwy
Soldotna, Alaska
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KENAI FIRE DEPARTMENT
HIRING:
Entry Level Fire Position
Seeking Applicants in the entire Soldotna/Kenai area!
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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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