Events in February 2026
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- SPARC Walks
SPARC Walks SPARC Walks
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February 2, 2026
All are welcome to these open walks: strollers, elders, walking sticks, wheelchairs, etc. No sign-up is required! Some Mondays, we will be offering health education opportunities such as flu shots, blood pressure checks, surveys, and more.Starts Monday, September 8 -
- Megan's Place: Syringe Exchange & more
Megan's Place: Syringe Exchange & more Megan's Place: Syringe Exchange & more
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February 3, 2026Every first Tuesday from 5-7PM at the SPH Training Center at t 4014 Lake Street, Suite 101, anyone in need can safely & confidentially dispose of used needles & obtain clean needles, and access free resources and information including naloxone (overdose) kits, sanitary products, free rapid on-site HIV/AIDS & Hep-C testing and more.
You can call (907) 841-7204 or email homerexchange@gmail.com for more information.
Check out the Facebook page and website for All Things Recovery, (formerly All Things Addiction and the Southern Kenai Peninsula Opioid Task Force) for more great info and to get involved.
Additionally, South Peninsula Hospital accepts 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. Refer to this brochure for additional information on safe options for needle disposal and this handout: What should I do if I find a needle?
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- Wellness Wednesday: Exploring the Human-Animal Bond
Wellness Wednesday: Exploring the Human-Animal Bond Wellness Wednesday: Exploring the Human-Animal Bond
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February 4, 2026
Join local veterinarian Dr. Dots Sherwood for a fascinating conversation on the human–animal bond and its impact on health and well-being. Drawing on research from the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), this presentation will explore how relationships with animals influence physical health, mental health, social connection, and resilience across the lifespan. Dr. Sherwood will share evidence-based insights along with practical examples relevant to individuals, families, and our community.After, we’ll have an hour of Yoga led by Bhakti Wojcik. As always, free soup and bread will be provided, and all are welcome!This presentation was rescheduled from January 14Kachemak Bay Campus - Room 202 -
- SPARC Walks
SPARC Walks SPARC Walks
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February 9, 2026All are welcome to these open walks: strollers, elders, walking sticks, wheelchairs, etc. No sign-up is required! Some Mondays, we will be offering health education opportunities such as flu shots, blood pressure checks, surveys, and more.Starts Monday, September 8 -
- Wellness Wednesday: Social Emotional Learning - Breathing in Beginnings
Wellness Wednesday: Social Emotional Learning - Breathing in Beginnings Wellness Wednesday: Social Emotional Learning - Breathing in Beginnings
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February 11, 2026Join Lisa Nordstrom—soon-to-be neurodiverse educational and movement coach/consultant and retired special education teacher for a Wellness Wednesday workshop exploring Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and how it supports wellbeing across school, work, and everyday life. Drawing from her many years as a special educator, Lisa will introduce framework and guide participants through real-time breathing and grounding activities that build self-awareness, self-management, and connection. This interactive session is designed for all beings and all ages, offering practical tools you can try immediately and carry into your own personal growth and development.After, we’ll have an hour of Yoga led by Bhakti Wojcik. As always, free soup and bread will be provided, and all are welcome!
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- Service Area Board Monthly Meeting
Service Area Board Monthly Meeting Service Area Board Monthly Meeting
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February 12, 2026
The KPB South Kenai Peninsula Hospital Service Area Board meets monthly at 6:30pm on the second Thursday of the month.
The in-person meeting is open to the public and held in the hospital conference rooms 1 & 2, at 4300 Bartlett Street, Entrance B.
- To attend via Zoom, please us this link
- For the packet and prior meeting minutes, visit the borough’s website
- For more information contact Devony Lehner
South Peninsula Hospital Conference Rooms 1 & 24300 Bartlett StreetHomer, -
- SPARC Walks
SPARC Walks SPARC Walks
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February 16, 2026All are welcome to these open walks: strollers, elders, walking sticks, wheelchairs, etc. No sign-up is required! Some Mondays, we will be offering health education opportunities such as flu shots, blood pressure checks, surveys, and more.Starts Monday, September 8 -
- Navigating Health and Resources
Navigating Health and Resources Navigating Health and Resources
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February 17, 2026
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- Wellness Wednesday: Public Health and Why it Matters
Wellness Wednesday: Public Health and Why it Matters Wellness Wednesday: Public Health and Why it Matters
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February 18, 2026Join local public health nurse Emily Sears for an engaging introduction to public health and its role in keeping communities healthy. This talk will explore what public health is, why it matters in everyday life, and the unique history of public health in Alaska. Emily will also share insight into the work public health nurses do—from disease prevention and health education to community outreach and support—and how these efforts help protect and strengthen the well-being of our community.After, we’ll have an hour of Yoga led by Bhakti Wojcik. As always, free soup and bread will be provided, and all are welcome!
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- SPARC Walks
SPARC Walks SPARC Walks
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February 23, 2026All are welcome to these open walks: strollers, elders, walking sticks, wheelchairs, etc. No sign-up is required! Some Mondays, we will be offering health education opportunities such as flu shots, blood pressure checks, surveys, and more.Starts Monday, September 8 -
- Wellness Wednesday: Strong Bones, Strong Life - Osteoporosis Prevention and Care and 1 other event
Wellness Wednesday: Strong Bones, Strong Life - Osteoporosis Prevention and Care Wellness Wednesday: Strong Bones, Strong Life - Osteoporosis Prevention and Care
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February 25, 2026Join Joe Llenos, MD, board-certified family medicine physician at Homer Medical Center, for a practical Wellness Wednesday talk on osteoporosis prevention and bone health. Learn how bones change with age, common risk factors, and simple steps to support strong bones—through nutrition, movement, lifestyle habits, screening, and medical care when needed. This session is designed for adults of all ages who want to stay active and reduce fracture risk.After, we’ll have an hour of Yoga led by Bhakti Wojcik. As always, free soup and bread will be provided, and all are welcome!
Kachemak Bay Campus - Room 202SPH Board of Directors Meeting (open to the public) SPH Board of Directors Meeting (open to the public)
February 25, 2026Monthly Board meetings are generally held every fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm. The public is welcome to attend the meetings virtually and in person in the hospital's conference rooms (located on the lower level - please use the Bartlett Street entrance).
Click here to join Zoom meeting
Meeting ID: 878 0782 1015 Pwd: 931197
Phone Line: 669-900-9128 or 301-715-8592Meeting agendas, minutes and packets can be found here. Packets are generally posted on the Monday prior to the Board meetings.
Information on how to join the virtual meetings and make 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.
South Peninsula Hospital Conference Rooms 1 & 24300 Bartlett StreetHomer,
