What's Happening

First Thursday events

* A reception for Artists Without Borders group show, "Color Me Blue", with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. today upstairs in the 4D Building on the corner of Marydale and the Spur Highway in Soldotna.

* Artist reception for Gaye LaRane at the Tikahtnu Gallery at the Mooring Plaza will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. today.

* Bluegrass Jam sessions at Christ Lutheran Church in Soldotna from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. today.

* The Kenai Fine Art Center's June exhibit is "Reflections: Sunrise to Sunset." A three person exhibit featuring the dolls of Karen Fogarty, the fiber art of Ann Lillian Schell and the photography of Dale Otcheck. An artist reception will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. today. The center is open Monday through Saturday from noon to 6 p.m.

* Kaladi Brothers Coffee artists of the month for its Kobuk store are Connie Goltz, Jay Goltz, and Dick and Loretta Hann the Retired Hands. An artist reception will be from 5 to 6:30 p.m. today; and its artist of the month for its Sterling Highway store is Annette Beck. An artist reception will be from 5 to 6:30 p.m. today.

Events and Exhibits

* St. Elias Brewing Co. in Soldotna will host Mike Morgan playing acoustic classics, folk, blues and Hawaiian slack key at 7 p.m. today.

* The Kasilof Historical Society's cabin museum is open from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays or by appointment. It has historical displays, and area artists and crafters are invited to display their work on weekends. The cabin is at Mile 1.5 of Kalifornsky Beach Road. For more information, call Dave at 262-5125.

* The Kenai Performers have created a four season Poetry Tree in the library where everyone is invited to share a favorite poem with the community. Ask a staff member to attach your poem to the Poetry Tree. For more information, call Julie Niederhauser at 283-4378.

* The Kenai National Wildlife Refuge Visitors Center on Ski Hill Road outside Soldotna has films on wildlife, the refuge and the history of the area daily at noon, 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. For more information and complete program listings, call 262-7021.

Entertainment

* AMVETS Post No. 4 holds blind draw darts at 7 p.m. Wednesdays; Texas Hold 'Em at 7 p.m. Fridays and 4 p.m. Sundays; and Steak Night and karaoke with Mary and Jack at 8 p.m. Saturdays.

* Bluegrass jam sessions are at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Kenai Senior Citizens Center. Sessions on the first Thursday of the month are at Christ Lutheran Church in Soldotna.

* Hooligan's in Soldotna has music by the Free Beer Band on Monday nights; karaoke Wednesday nights; 150 Grit on Thursday nights; and live music Friday and Saturday nights.

* Rainbow Bar in Kenai has karaoke at 10 p.m. Sundays; free Texas Hold 'Em at 7 p.m. Tuesdays; and live music with Tuff E Nuff from 10:30 p.m. until 3:30 a.m. Thursdays through Saturdays.

* The Duck Inn on Kalifornsky Beach Road has karaoke at 9 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays.

* The Riverside House in Soldotna hosts the After 10 party Fridays and Saturdays with Rock Star DJ Service. Dancing until 5 a.m. On Friday and Saturday Ninespine will play from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

* Veronica's in Kenai will host open mic night at 6:30 p.m. Friday; Saturday, Vickie Tinker, Katie Evans and friends will play at 6:30 p.m.; and "Happy Smiles for Ivy" a fundraiser for Ivy Howland and her family will be held from 6:30 to

9:30 p.m.

* The 406 in Kenai has karaoke with Steve and Debbie at 9 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

Films

* Call Orca Theaters at 262-7003 for listings and times.

* Call Kambe Cinemas at 283-4554 for listings and show times.

Upcoming events

* Kenai Convention and Visitors Bureau will host Bill Heath, professional photographer and trail guide, will give a presentation on seven hikes on the Kenai Peninsula including photographs, tips and more at 1 p.m. June 11. The presentation is included in admission to the Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center.; and Ken Tarbox, retired fish and wildlife biologist, will give a presentation on the Kenai Peninsula Wildlife Viewing Trail at 1 p.m. June 12. Learn about the trail system, how to use the Kenai Peninsula Wildlife Viewing Trail Guide, and learn about some of the species to be found in the area. The presentation is included with admission to the Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center.

For more information, call Laura Forbes at 283-1991.

* The Seldovia Summer Solstice Music Festival will be held June 18, 19 and 20. The festivals musical headliners will be Celtic artists Mary Jane Lamond with Wendy MacIsaac. Physical comedian, dancer, juggler and actor Robert Post emcees. Jams, song circles, workshops and two evenings of performances are planned. Visit www.seldoviamusicfestival.wordpress.com for more information.

* The Moose Pass Sportsmen's Club will host it's 31st annual Summer Solstice Festival and June 20 and 21. Call Dawn Campbell at 907-288-3616.

* Fish Follies, a musical comedy, is being presented by the Sterling Senior Center to kick off its annual salmon classic event. It will be held June 27. The ticket price is $20 and includes the performance and dinner. The doors will open at 5 p.m. The matinee will be June 28 at 2 p.m. The ticket price is $10 and includes dessert. Tickets for performances are available at the senior center. For more information, call 262-6808.

Down the Road

* Gallery Turquoise at Mile 49.5 of the Sterling Highway in Cooper Landing is open from noon to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays or by appointment by calling the owner at 907-595-1434.

* The Pratt Museum in Homer is located at 3779 Bartlett St. For more information, call 907-235-8635 or e-mail the museum director at info@pratt-museum.org.

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