Events in October 2022
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- Megan's Place (The Exchange)
Megan's Place (The Exchange)
Megan's Place (The Exchange)
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October 4, 2022In honor of a fabulous pioneer of this program, the needle and syringe exchange is now called “Megan’s Place”. Every first and third Tuesday from 5-7PM at the SPH Training Center at 203 W. Pioneer Ave., anyone in need can confidentially dispose of used needles & obtain clean needles, and access free resources & information including naloxone (overdose) kits, sanitary products, referrals for free HIV and Hepatitis C testing, fresh cookies, and MORE! Safe, confidential FREE community resource run by a great team of discreet, helpful and trained volunteers.
You can call (907) 841-7204 or email homerexchange@gmail.com for more information.
Check out the Facebook page for All Things Addiction on the Southern Kenai Peninsula (formerly the Southern Kenai Peninsula Opioid Task Force) for more great info and to get involved.
Refer to this brochure for additional information on safe options for needle disposal (what should I do if I find a needle?).
South Peninsula Hospital will accept sharps on the second Wednesday of each month from 1 – 3 p.m. During this time only, sharps will be accepted from the public and only at the loading dock entrance, found on the lower level east side below the main entrance.
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- Free Community Yoga at SPARC
Free Community Yoga at SPARC
Free Community Yoga at SPARC
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October 5, 2022Free yoga every Wednesday evening in October! Join us from 6-7 pm on October 5th, 12th, 19th and 20th for a free gentle Vinyasa flow style yoga class with instructor Allie Setterquist at SPARC (South Peninsula Athletic & Recreation Center).
This free event is open to all ages and abilities, doesn't require registration ahead of time (just drop in!) and we will have some extra yoga mats available if you need one. Please bring your own mat if you have one, a water bottle and layers.
Click here for PDF flyer to print or share.
About the instructor: Allie lives in Homer with her wife, two cats and dog. She loves to adventure, be active, brew kombucha, eat tacos and doughnuts, and enjoys a really good Gin cocktail. In 2020 she completed a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training. Catch her classes at Dharmic Spruce and around Homer!
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- Free Community Yoga at SPARC
Free Community Yoga at SPARC
Free Community Yoga at SPARC
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October 12, 2022Free yoga every Wednesday evening in October! Join us from 6-7 pm on October 5th, 12th, 19th and 20th for a free gentle Vinyasa flow style yoga class with instructor Allie Setterquist at SPARC (South Peninsula Athletic & Recreation Center).
This free event is open to all ages and abilities, doesn't require registration ahead of time (just drop in!) and we will have some extra yoga mats available if you need one. Please bring your own mat if you have one, a water bottle and layers.
Click here for PDF flyer to print or share.
About the instructor: Allie lives in Homer with her wife, two cats and dog. She loves to adventure, be active, brew kombucha, eat tacos and doughnuts, and enjoys a really good Gin cocktail. In 2020 she completed a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training. Catch her classes at Dharmic Spruce and around Homer!
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- Megan's Place (The Exchange)
Megan's Place (The Exchange)
Megan's Place (The Exchange)
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October 18, 2022In honor of a fabulous pioneer of this program, the needle and syringe exchange is now called “Megan’s Place”. Every first and third Tuesday from 5-7PM at the SPH Training Center at 203 W. Pioneer Ave., anyone in need can confidentially dispose of used needles & obtain clean needles, and access free resources & information including naloxone (overdose) kits, sanitary products, referrals for free HIV and Hepatitis C testing, fresh cookies, and MORE! Safe, confidential FREE community resource run by a great team of discreet, helpful and trained volunteers.
You can call (907) 841-7204 or email homerexchange@gmail.com for more information.
Check out the Facebook page for All Things Addiction on the Southern Kenai Peninsula (formerly the Southern Kenai Peninsula Opioid Task Force) for more great info and to get involved.
Refer to this brochure for additional information on safe options for needle disposal (what should I do if I find a needle?).
South Peninsula Hospital will accept sharps on the second Wednesday of each month from 1 – 3 p.m. During this time only, sharps will be accepted from the public and only at the loading dock entrance, found on the lower level east side below the main entrance.
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- Free Community Yoga at SPARC
Free Community Yoga at SPARC
Free Community Yoga at SPARC
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October 19, 2022Free yoga every Wednesday evening in October! Join us from 6-7 pm on October 5th, 12th, 19th and 20th for a free gentle Vinyasa flow style yoga class with instructor Allie Setterquist at SPARC (South Peninsula Athletic & Recreation Center).
This free event is open to all ages and abilities, doesn't require registration ahead of time (just drop in!) and we will have some extra yoga mats available if you need one. Please bring your own mat if you have one, a water bottle and layers.
Click here for PDF flyer to print or share.
About the instructor: Allie lives in Homer with her wife, two cats and dog. She loves to adventure, be active, brew kombucha, eat tacos and doughnuts, and enjoys a really good Gin cocktail. In 2020 she completed a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training. Catch her classes at Dharmic Spruce and around Homer!
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- SPH Board of Directors Meetings - open to the public and 1 other event
SPH Board of Directors Meetings - open to the public
SPH Board of Directors Meetings - open to the public
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October 26, 2022NOTE: There will be a combined Nov/Dec Meeting on Wednesday, December 7th at 5:30pm.
Monthly Board meetings are generally held every fourth Wednesday of the month at 5:30pm. The public is welcome to attend the meetings virtually.
Meeting agendas, minutes and packets can be found here. Packets are generally posted to the website on the Monday prior to the Board meetings.
Click this link to join on a computer, tablet or smartphone.
OR: dial 1-669-900-9128 and enter Meeting ID 878 0782 1015 and passcode 931197 to join by phone.
More information on joining the public Zoom meeting and making public comments can be found here: Attending Board of Directors Meetings Virtually
South Peninsula Hospital, Inc. is non-profit organization governed by an 11-member board of directors which ensures the hospital is fiscally sound while maintaining the quality of care and types of services desired by the residents in the Southern Kenai Peninsula Hospital Service Area.
The board members are appointed to three-year terms upon completing an interview process by the board's Membership Committee.
The Board welcomes and encourages community input for the direction of your hospital. Please plan to attend a meeting (public comments are welcomed at the beginning and end of the meeting), or email a message to them at sphbod@sphosp.org.
Free Community Yoga at SPARCFree Community Yoga at SPARC
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October 26, 2022Free yoga every Wednesday evening in October! Join us from 6-7 pm on October 5th, 12th, 19th and 20th for a free gentle Vinyasa flow style yoga class with instructor Allie Setterquist at SPARC (South Peninsula Athletic & Recreation Center).
This free event is open to all ages and abilities, doesn't require registration ahead of time (just drop in!) and we will have some extra yoga mats available if you need one. Please bring your own mat if you have one, a water bottle and layers.
Click here for PDF flyer to print or share.
About the instructor: Allie lives in Homer with her wife, two cats and dog. She loves to adventure, be active, brew kombucha, eat tacos and doughnuts, and enjoys a really good Gin cocktail. In 2020 she completed a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training. Catch her classes at Dharmic Spruce and around Homer!