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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250620T140000
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SUMMARY:The Warmth of Jabu: A Geology & Cartography Workshop
DESCRIPTION:THE WARMTH OF JABU: A GEOLOGY & CARTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP \nFriday June 20th | 2pm to 3:30pm \n$30 adults/$25 for all Pratt Museum members \nCelebrate the summer solstice season at the Pratt with a talk about the heritage of the nudech’ghela\, the common coastal agate\, and its roles in local geology and the cultural symbolism of the Homer area’s indigenous people. This discussion will be led by local tribal artist and Nichił cultural expert Argent Kvasnikoff who will examine the agate and local geology to explore how they inform the cultural heritage of the lower Kenai Peninsula. Guests will be invited to participate in an interpretive activity and to share their own personal accounts of finding agates in a group discussion. Guests are also encouraged to wear local agate colors\, orange and yellow! \n[gravityform id=”37″ title=”true” description=”true”]
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/the-warmth-of-jabu-a-geology-cartography-workshop/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250619T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250619T170000
DTSTAMP:20250612T222438Z
CREATED:20250603T183046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T222438Z
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SUMMARY:Storytelling on Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom For All
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth – A Celebration of Freedom for All \nThursday June 19th from 4-5pm \nJoin us at the Pratt for an evening of storytelling with Homer’s Gogo Skywalker Payne to celebrate this historic day of freedom.  \nGogo Skywalker Payne is a nationally acclaimed storyteller\, spiritual life coach\, and performing artist whose voice has echoed from the DuSable Museum to the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. A lifelong teller of transformative truths\, she weaves ancestral wisdom\, activism\, and artistry into stories that heal\, awaken\, and liberate. With a B.A. in Communications/Storytelling earned summa cum laude\, Gogo is a force of courage\, compassion\, and cultural celebration. \nThis event is in collaboration with Homer Pride.  \nAdmission is free\, with a suggested donation of $5.  \nAfter attending our event\, be sure to head over to the Homer Public Library for their Juneteenth Celebration Presentation from 6-7pm!
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/storytelling-on-juneteenth-a-celebration-of-freedom-for-all/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,At the Pratt 2
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250619T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250619T120000
DTSTAMP:20250604T013339Z
CREATED:20250604T013339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T013339Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Garden Tours at the PRATT
DESCRIPTION:Come to one of our Free Weekly Garden Tours at the Pratt! \nThey run from late May until the end of August. They will be led by Garden Crew Staff every Thursday and Saturday at 11am.\n\nJoin the Museum’s Garden Crew for a guided tour of our living exhibit\, the Botanical and Homestead Gardens\, to learn about our collection of native Alaskan plants and the broader ecology of the Kachemak Bay Region.\n\nGarden tours are FREE!
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/guided-garden-tours-at-the-pratt-5/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,At the Pratt 2,Gardens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250618T190000
DTSTAMP:20250617T022754Z
CREATED:20250617T022754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T022754Z
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SUMMARY:Regular Meeting of the HSNH Board of Directors
DESCRIPTION:The HOMER SOCIETY OF NATURAL HISTORY\, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR MEETING \n\n\nWednesday\, June 18\, 5:30-7 P.M. \nPublic is welcome to attend in person or virtually via Zoom. Check back for agenda and Zoom meeting information. \nCONTACT: Board President Sue Fallon or Co-Executive Director Whitney Harness.
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/regular-meeting-of-the-hsnh-board-of-directors-11/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt
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ORGANIZER;CN="Homer Society of Natural History":MAILTO:board@prattmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250617T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250617T113000
DTSTAMP:20250522T212419Z
CREATED:20250522T212419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T212419Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime at the PRATT: Family
DESCRIPTION:Storytime at the PRATT: Family \nThis week is in collaboration with Homer Pride! \nTuesday\, June 17 | 10:30am | no cost | age 3-10 \nThis week\, stop by to hear staff read Aunt Flossie’s Hats (and Crab Cakes Later) by Elizabeth Fitzgerald Howard & The Night Before Freedom: A Juneteenth Story by Glenda Armand\, illustrated by Corey Barksdale. This program is supported by a generous contribution from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. \nStorytime is a weekly event! Join us to read a story with a Pratt Museum Staff member\, tour the galleries\, and participate in an activity or craft. \nCONTACT Maghan Monnig\, Curator of Education & Public Programs\, tel (907) 435-3334\, education@prattmuseum.org
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/storytime-at-the-pratt-family-3/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,At the Pratt 2,Kids
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250614T120000
DTSTAMP:20250604T002111Z
CREATED:20250604T002111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T002111Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Garden Tours at the PRATT
DESCRIPTION:Come to one of our Free Weekly Garden Tours at the Pratt! \nThey run from late May until the end of August. They will be led by Garden Crew Staff every Thursday and Saturday at 11am.\n\nJoin the Museum’s Garden Crew for a guided tour of our living exhibit\, the Botanical and Homestead Gardens\, to learn about our collection of native Alaskan plants and the broader ecology of the Kachemak Bay Region.\n\nGarden tours are FREE!
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/guided-garden-tours-at-the-pratt-4/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,At the Pratt 2,Gardens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250612T120000
DTSTAMP:20250604T001825Z
CREATED:20250604T001825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T001825Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Garden Tours at the PRATT
DESCRIPTION:Come to one of our Free Weekly Garden Tours at the Pratt! \nThey run from late May until the end of August. They will be led by Garden Crew Staff every Thursday and Saturday at 11am.\n\nJoin the Museum’s Garden Crew for a guided tour of our living exhibit\, the Botanical and Homestead Gardens\, to learn about our collection of native Alaskan plants and the broader ecology of the Kachemak Bay Region.\n\nGarden tours are FREE!
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/guided-garden-tours-at-the-pratt-3/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,At the Pratt 2,Gardens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250611T160000
DTSTAMP:20250603T011448Z
CREATED:20250517T094730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T011448Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Curator Camp
DESCRIPTION:JUNIOR CURATOR CAMP \nWednesday\, June 11 – Friday\, June 13 | 12:00 – 4:00 PM \nAges 9 – 11 \n$120 per child/$100 museum member\, sibling discount available ($100 for each additional sibling) \nCome be a Junior Curator at the Pratt Museum! Your child will join our staff in curating a science micro-exhibit. Campers will team up in small groups to choose an item from the education collection\, learn the basics of research\, and design their own exhibit panel to be presented to friends and family.  \nA Junior Curator Camp graduation ceremony will occur Friday from 4 – 4:15pm. Campers can lead their family members on a tour of the entire Museum directly following the ceremony with no additional admission cost\, the Museum will remain open until 6pm. \nAll materials and supplies provided. Remember to pack a snack to enjoy outside! No peanuts\, please.  \nCampers must come prepared each day for outdoor exploration on our Forest Ecology Trails regardless of weather.  \nPre-registration required. \n[gravityform id=”36″ title=”true”]
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/junior-curator-camp/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,Kids,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250610T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250610T113000
DTSTAMP:20250523T174927Z
CREATED:20250522T211939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T174927Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime at the PRATT: Family
DESCRIPTION:Storytime at the PRATT: Family \nThis week is in collaboration with Homer Pride! \nTuesday\, June 10 | 10:30am | no cost | age 3-10 \nThis week\, stop by to hear staff read And Tango Makes Three by Justin Rishardson\, illustrated by Peter Parnell & A Family is a Family is a Family by Sara O’Leary\, illustrated by Qin Leng. This program is supported by a generous contribution from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. \nStorytime is a weekly event! Join us to read a story with a Pratt Museum Staff member\, tour the galleries\, and participate in an activity or craft. \nCONTACT Maghan Monnig\, Curator of Education & Public Programs\, tel (907) 435-3334\, education@prattmuseum.org
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/storytime-at-the-pratt-family-2/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,At the Pratt 2,Kids
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250609T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250609T123000
DTSTAMP:20250522T204131Z
CREATED:20250522T201547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T204131Z
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SUMMARY:The Science & Spirit of the Forest
DESCRIPTION:THE SCIENCE & SPIRIT OF THE FOREST\n\n$20 per adult/$15 members of the Pratt\n\nJune 9th from 11:30am to 12:30pm\n\nA one-hour walk through the Pratt trails that weaves the ‘who’ and the ‘what’ of the natural world. How do both science and spirit help us understand and appreciate nature? Take a walk with guides Elizabeth Pileckas (Cosmic Hamlet Hikes) and one of our staff naturalists in an exploration of both the sense of spirit and the botanist’s knowing of this local forest. We will combine expert local area knowledge with mindful walking\, poetry and play.\n\n[gravityform id=”34″ title=”true” description=”true”]
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/the-science-spirit-of-the-forest/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,At the Pratt 2
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250607T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250607T163000
DTSTAMP:20250528T222305Z
CREATED:20250528T222305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T222305Z
UID:13878-1749308400-1749313800@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Historic Homer Harbor Walking Tour - HarborFest Edition
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 7 at 3pm // $10 per person \nJoin long-time Pratt Museum Docent Linda Rowell for a historic walking tour of the Homer Small Boat Harbor! This walking tour features local history\, a memorable array of local characters\, and boats of all types. Learn about the Spit\, the Harbor\, historic buildings\, and different vessels. \nMeet in front of the Salty Dawg Saloon at 3pm. \nTickets may be purchased using the secure registration form below or at the time of the Tour (cash only). \n[gravityform id=”25″ title=”true” description=”true”]
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/historic-homer-harbor-walking-tour-harborfest-edition/
LOCATION:Meet in front of the Salty Dawg Saloon\, 4380 Homer Spit Road\, Homer\, 99603
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt 2
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250607T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250607T120000
DTSTAMP:20250604T000854Z
CREATED:20250604T000854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T000854Z
UID:13910-1749294000-1749297600@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Guided Garden Tours at the PRATT
DESCRIPTION:Come to one of our Free Guided Garden Tours at the Pratt! \nThey run bi-weekly from late May until the end of August. They will be led by Garden Crew Staff every Thursday and Saturday at 11am.\n\nJoin the Museum’s Garden Crew for a guided tour of our living exhibit\, the Botanical and Homestead Gardens\, to learn about our collection of native Alaskan plants and the broader ecology of the Kachemak Bay Region.\n\nGarden tours are FREE!
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/guided-garden-tours-at-the-pratt-2/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,At the Pratt 2,Gardens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://update.prattmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/shawn-in-garden-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250606T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250606T183000
DTSTAMP:20250527T192243Z
CREATED:20250527T192243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T192243Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday at the PRATT
DESCRIPTION:Connected by Sharlene Cline: A New Installation at the Pratt Museum \nFriday June 6th | 4:30 to 6:30pm \nPlease join us for a FREE Opening Exhibition on First Friday. There will be a Live Dance Performance at 5:30pm.  \nIn this immersive exploration of our shared humanity\, the artist asks\, “Do we carry more than genes? Do we carry memory\, resilience\, and hope too?” Meet the artist\, explore the exhibition\, and enjoy gathering with other community members to celebrate this special exhibit.  \nCelebratory refreshments will be served.
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/first-friday-at-the-pratt-2/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,At the Pratt 2
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250605T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250605T120000
DTSTAMP:20250603T233938Z
CREATED:20250603T233938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T233938Z
UID:13906-1749121200-1749124800@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Guided Garden Tours at the PRATT
DESCRIPTION:Come to one of our Free Guided Garden Tours at the Pratt! \nThey run bi-weekly from late May until the end of August. They will be led by Garden Crew Staff every Thursday and Saturday at 11am.\n\nJoin the Museum’s Garden Crew for a guided tour of our living exhibit\, the Botanical and Homestead Gardens\, to learn about our collection of native Alaskan plants and the broader ecology of the Kachemak Bay Region.\n\nGarden tours are FREE!
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/guided-garden-tours-at-the-pratt/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,At the Pratt 2,Gardens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250603T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250603T113000
DTSTAMP:20250522T211626Z
CREATED:20250522T211626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T211626Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime at the PRATT: Family
DESCRIPTION:Storytime at the PRATT: Family \nTuesday\, June 03 | 10:30am | no cost | age 3-10 \nThis week\, stop by to hear staff read My Grandfather’s Song by Nguyen Quang Phung and Kim Lien Huynh & Nana\, Nenek\, & Nina by Liza Ferneyhough. This program is supported by a generous contribution from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. \nStorytime is a weekly event! Join us to read a story with a Pratt Museum Staff member\, tour the galleries\, and participate in an activity or craft. \nCONTACT Maghan Monnig\, Curator of Education & Public Programs\, tel (907) 435-3334\, education@prattmuseum.org
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/storytime-at-the-pratt-family/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,At the Pratt 2,Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250531T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250531T150000
DTSTAMP:20250531T220429Z
CREATED:20250406T022716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T220429Z
UID:13714-1748698200-1748703600@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Workshop with Kim McNett
DESCRIPTION:NATURE JOURNALING WORKSHOP WITH KIM MCNETT \n$30 per adult/$25 per Pratt Museum member \n$15 per child/$10 per Pratt Museum member \nSaturday\, May 31 from 1-3pm \n  \nAward-winning naturalist\, artist\, teacher and wilderness guide\, Kim McNett\, teaches nature journaling and visual art to all ages. Nature journaling is a practice of creativity and curiosity that draws from our own experiences in the natural world. Learn beginner-friendly field sketching and recording techniques that will strengthen your observation and appreciation of the natural world. Workshop includes a blank journal and use of all needed supplies. \nThis workshop is outdoors and designed for all ages\, children and adults alike! Please come prepared for any weather. Please remember to print the waiver/release form and bring a completed copy to the workshop (we will have additional copies available on the day of the event). \nOnline registration is required for this event. \n  \n[gravityform id=”32″ title=”true”]
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/nature-journaling-workshop-with-kim-mcnett-2/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250529T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250529T160000
DTSTAMP:20250506T210654Z
CREATED:20250506T210654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T210654Z
UID:13811-1748516400-1748534400@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Book Signing with Clark Fair
DESCRIPTION:BOOK SIGNING WITH CLARK FAIR \nThursday\, May 29 | 11am to 4pm \nLongtime educator\, journalist\, and Board Member of The Homer Society of Natural History\, Inc. Clark Fair will be at the Museum to answer questions\, sell and sign copies of his new book\, A Vanishing Past: Historic Cabins of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge\, which he co-authored with Gary Titus. If you can’t make it to this event\, worry not\, he’ll be hosting another book signing later this summer.
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/book-signing-with-clark-fair/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250527T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250527T233000
DTSTAMP:20250501T200716Z
CREATED:20250501T200716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T200716Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime at the PRATT: Shorebirds
DESCRIPTION:Storytime at the PRATT: Shorebirds \nTuesday\, May 27 | 10:30am | no cost | age 3-10 \nThis week\, stop by to hear staff read Puffin Peter by Petr Horáček and Little Puffin’s First Flight by Jonathan London\, illustrated by Jon Van Zyle. This program is supported by a generous contribution from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. \nStorytime is a weekly event! Join us to read a story with a Pratt Museum Staff member\, tour the galleries\, and participate in an activity or craft. \nCONTACT Maghan Monnig\, Curator of Education & Public Programs\, tel (907) 435-3334\, education@prattmuseum.org
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/storytime-at-the-pratt-shorebirds-3/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250524T140000
DTSTAMP:20250509T204717Z
CREATED:20250508T195548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T204717Z
UID:13826-1748080800-1748095200@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Yard Sale Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:YARD SALE FUNDRAISER \nSaturday May 24th | 10am – 2pm \nFind something special at this community sale and support our mission in the process. All proceeds benefit the Pratt Museum. If you’d like to donate an item\, contact Whitney at wharness@prattmuseum.org.  \nThis event will be held at the same time as our Plant Sale\, so stop by both! 
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/yard-sale-fundraiser-2/
LOCATION:Yellow House\, 3799 Bartlett Street\, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250524T140000
DTSTAMP:20250506T234317Z
CREATED:20250502T010134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T234317Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Pratt Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Annual Pratt Plant Sale \nSaturday May 24 from 10am to 2pm \nStop by to shop native plants and other lovely perennials at the Pratt Museum. The Garden Crew will be at the sale to answer any and all questions about where these native plants will thrive in your gardens and how to care for them. The sale benefits the Pratt’s Botanical Garden improvements and programming. \nJust like last year\, the Plant Sale will be on the same day as the Homer Garden Club’s Plant Sale. Shop at both and stock up for expanding your gardens! \nBe sure to check out the Yard Sale that will be happening at the same time at the Yellow House (of the Pratt Museum)  – proceeds to benefit the Museum.
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/annual-pratt-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250521T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250521T190000
DTSTAMP:20250519T190434Z
CREATED:20250519T190434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T190434Z
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SUMMARY:Regular Meeting of the HSNH Board of Directors
DESCRIPTION:The HOMER SOCIETY OF NATURAL HISTORY\, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR MEETING \n\n\nWednesday\, May 21\, 5:30-7 P.M. \nPublic is welcome to attend in person or virtually via Zoom. Click HERE for agenda and Zoom meeting information. \nCONTACT: Board President Sue Fallon or Co-Executive Director Whitney Harness.
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/regular-meeting-of-the-hsnh-board-of-directors-10/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Homer Society of Natural History":MAILTO:board@prattmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250521T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250521T160000
DTSTAMP:20250502T005907Z
CREATED:20250501T210251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T005907Z
UID:13778-1747825200-1747843200@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Day at the PRATT: Marine Mammals
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Homeschoolers! \nCome craft\, learn\, and explore at the Pratt. This month is all about Marine Mammals\, interactive kits for the kids will be set up in the downstairs classroom. We’ll also have fun lesson plans for parents & caregivers to take home with them. 11am to 4pm. \nDiscounted Admission: $10/adult\, $5/kids 6+. Members are always free.
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/homeschool-day-at-the-pratt-marine-mammals/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt 2,Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250520T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250520T113000
DTSTAMP:20250501T195148Z
CREATED:20250501T195148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T195148Z
UID:13764-1747737000-1747740600@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Storytime at the PRATT: Shorebirds
DESCRIPTION:Storytime at the PRATT: Shorebirds \nTuesday\, May 20 | 10:30am | no cost | age 3-10 \nThis week\, stop by to hear staff read Little Loon Finds His Voice by Yvonne Pearson\, illustrated by Regina Shklovsky. This program is supported by a generous contribution from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. \nStorytime is a weekly event! Join us to read a story with a Pratt Museum Staff member\, tour the galleries\, and participate in an activity or craft. \nCONTACT Maghan Monnig\, Curator of Education & Public Programs\, tel (907) 435-3334\, education@prattmuseum.org
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/storytime-at-the-pratt-shorebirds-2/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250518T120000
DTSTAMP:20250509T004631Z
CREATED:20250501T204502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T004631Z
UID:13774-1747566000-1747569600@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:The Science and Spirit of the Forest with Elizabeth of Cosmic Hamlet Hikes
DESCRIPTION:THE SCIENCE AND SPIRIT OF THE FOREST – with Elizabeth of Cosmic Hamlet Hikes \n$30 per adult/$25 per Pratt Museum member \nSunday\, May 18 from 11am to noon \nA one-hour walk through the Pratt trails that weaves the ‘who’ and the ‘what’ of the natural world. How do both science and spirit help us understand and appreciate nature? Take a walk with guides Elizabeth Pileckas of Cosmic Hamlet Hikes and one of our staff naturalists in an exploration of both the sense of spirit and the botanist’s knowing of this local forest. We will combine expert local area knowledge with mindful walking\, poetry and play. \nThis workshop is outdoors. Please come prepared for any weather. Please remember to print the waiver/release form and bring a completed copy to the workshop (we will have additional copies available on the day of the event). \nOnline registration is required for this event. \n[gravityform id=”34″ title=”true” description=”true”]
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/the-science-and-spirit-of-the-forest-with-elizabeth-pileckas-2/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250517T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250517T150000
DTSTAMP:20250406T022903Z
CREATED:20250406T022328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T022903Z
UID:13709-1747488600-1747494000@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Workshop with Kim McNett
DESCRIPTION:NATURE JOURNALING WORKSHOP WITH KIM MCNETT \n$30 per adult/$25 per Pratt Museum member \n$15 per child/$10 per Pratt Museum member \nSaturday\, May 17 from 1-3pm (This workshop will repeat on Saturday\, May 31 from 1-3pm\, see event listing\, HERE) \n  \nAward-winning naturalist\, artist\, teacher and wilderness guide\, Kim McNett\, teaches nature journaling and visual art to all ages. Nature journaling is a practice of creativity and curiosity that draws from our own experiences in the natural world. Learn beginner-friendly field sketching and recording techniques that will strengthen your observation and appreciation of the natural world. Workshop includes a blank journal and use of all needed supplies. \nThis workshop is outdoors and designed for all ages\, children and adults alike! Please come prepared for any weather. Please remember to print the waiver/release form and bring a completed copy to the workshop (we will have additional copies available on the day of the event). \nOnline registration is required for this event. \n  \n[gravityform id=”32″ title=”true”]
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/nature-journaling-workshop-with-kim-mcnett/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt 2,Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250517T120000
DTSTAMP:20250506T194530Z
CREATED:20250506T193231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T194530Z
UID:13800-1747476000-1747483200@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Spring Foraging for Wild Foods
DESCRIPTION:SPRING FORAGING FOR WILD FOODS \nSaturday\, May 17 | 10am -noon \n$30 per person/$25 per Pratt Museum member \nJoin our Head Gardener\, Shawn Jackinsky\, and Gardener\, Madra Choromanska\, and explore the variety of wild edible plants available in the Kachemak Bay area in spring\, plus tips for preparing and preserving your harvest. \nThis workshop is outdoors and designed for adults\, older teens are welcome too! Please come prepared for any weather and remember to print the waiver/release form and bring a completed copy to the workshop (we will have additional copies available on the day of the event). \nOnline registration is required for this event. \n[gravityform id=”35″ title=”true” description=”true”]
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/spring-foraging-for-wild-foods-2/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250513T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250513T113000
DTSTAMP:20250501T194750Z
CREATED:20250501T194548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T194750Z
UID:13757-1747132200-1747135800@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Storytime at the PRATT: Shorebirds
DESCRIPTION:Storytime at the PRATT: Shorebirds \nTuesday\, May 13 | 10:30am | no cost | age 3-10 \nThis week\, stop by to hear staff read Raven Paints the Birds: an Alaskan tale by Dorothy Roberts Cline. This program is supported by a generous contribution from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. \nStorytime is a weekly event! Join us to read a story with a Pratt Museum Staff member\, tour the galleries\, and participate in an activity or craft. \nCONTACT Maghan Monnig\, Curator of Education & Public Programs\, tel (907) 435-3334\, education@prattmuseum.org
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/13757/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250511T120000
DTSTAMP:20250506T193439Z
CREATED:20250501T204035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T193439Z
UID:13770-1746961200-1746964800@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:The Science and Spirit of the Forest with Elizabeth of Cosmic Hamlet Hikes
DESCRIPTION:THE SCIENCE AND SPIRIT OF THE FOREST – with Elizabeth of Cosmic Hamlet Hikes \n$30 per adult/$25 per Pratt Museum member \nSunday\, May 11 from 11am to noon  (This workshop will repeat on Sunday May\, 18 from 11am to noon\, see event listing\, HERE) \nA one-hour walk through the Pratt trails that weaves the ‘who’ and the ‘what’ of the natural world. How do both science and spirit help us understand and appreciate nature? Take a walk with guides Elizabeth Pileckas of Cosmic Hamlet Hikes and one of our staff naturalists in an exploration of both the sense of spirit and the botanist’s knowing of this local forest. We will combine expert local area knowledge with mindful walking\, poetry and play. \nThis workshop is outdoors. Please come prepared for any weather. Please remember to print the waiver/release form and bring a completed copy to the workshop (we will have additional copies available on the day of the event). \nOnline registration is required for this event. \n[gravityform id=”34″ title=”true” description=”true”]
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/the-science-and-spirit-of-the-forest-with-elizabeth-pileckas/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250509T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250509T180000
DTSTAMP:20250502T014203Z
CREATED:20250501T211348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T014203Z
UID:13781-1746806400-1746813600@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Shorebird Festival Kick-off
DESCRIPTION:Shorebird Festival Kick-off at the Pratt\nFriday\, May 9\, 2025 | 4-6pm | free \nKick-off your Shorebird Festival weekend at the award winning Pratt Museum. Come explore the cultures\, science and art of the Kachemak Bay region. Tour museum exhibits\, explore the Botanical Garden exhibit\, and walk our forest trails. \nDrinks and hors d’oeuvres generously provided by Val & Becky of the Buss & Turkington Real Estate Team\, residential realtors with a vision to raise the bar in the Homer real estate industry. Follow them on social media: https://www.facebook.com/valeriebussrealtor/ \nOur Special Seabird Exhibit will not be open during this event\, come back later to in the week to explore the exhibit! \nSuggested donation of $5 per person. \nBe sure to check out the Pratt’s other shorebird events at https://kachemakshorebird.org/2025-virtual-program/
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/shorebird-festival-kick-off/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Pratt
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250507T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250507T113000
DTSTAMP:20250501T194121Z
CREATED:20250501T194035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T194121Z
UID:13753-1746613800-1746617400@update.prattmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Storytime at the PRATT: Shorebirds
DESCRIPTION:Storytime at the PRATT: Shorebirds \nWednesday\, May 07 | 10:30am | no cost | age 3-10 \nSpecial Storytime just for the Shorebird Festival! \nThis week\, stop by to hear staff read The Fog by Kyo Maclear\, illustrated by Kenard Pak and Follow the Flyway: The Marvel of Bird Migration by Sarah Nelson\, illustrated by Maya Hanisch. This program is supported by a generous contribution from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. \nStorytime is a weekly event! Join us to read a story with a Pratt Museum Staff member\, tour the galleries\, and participate in an activity or craft. \nCONTACT Maghan Monnig\, Curator of Education & Public Programs\, tel (907) 435-3334\, education@prattmuseum.org
URL:https://update.prattmuseum.org/event/storytime-at-the-pratt-shorebirds/
LOCATION:Pratt Museum\, 3779 Bartlett Street \, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids
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