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in this issue • Featuring the Kenai Peninsula on pg 5. • Introducing BARTERING! See our back page for details. • Next month - Join us in our TREASURE HUNT! See pg 6 for details.
YOU ARE INVITED TO WATCH A TRAILER ON YOUTUBE of an entertaining mini series, directed by an aspiring local Alaskan born actor/director Emmory Tablyn, who is presently pursuing his passion for film in the lower 48.
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We are proud to present his first mini series titled “Best Roommate Ever”, his second episode “Grandpa John”, and his third episode “The Meeting”.
Consignments Welcome!
DOOLEY’S SUBARU
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50 to 100 new items added daily!!!
Furniture galore!
We have gently worn and new clothing for your entire family. New clothing added daily!
Tempurpedic Beds are now in stock so come and get them while they’re here!
We have THREE STORIES of inventory!
Curio’s • China Hutches Book Cases • Dining Tables Bedroom Furniture • Lawn Chairs and more!
Home Decor, Native Art, Costume & Vintage Jewelery, Pet Supplies, CD’s, DVD’s, and Books. GENTLY USED CONSIGNMENTS AND DONATIONS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Please limit to 20 items per day. Thanks!
Be sure to come and see us. Our inventory changes daily!
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Monday - Closed • Tuesday thru Saturday 10 - 6 pm • Sunday 12 - 4 pm 12300 Old Glenn Hwy, Suite 100, Eagle River, AK. 99577
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iHerb........................................................................................................6 Over 35,000 products. Use our $10 coupon off your first order with our ad in this issue! Foxy Roxy.................................................................................................5 We carry unique Dip Seasonings, assorted Organic Teas, an abundance of organic spices, soaps, lotions, and so much more! Come visit us here on the Peninsula! We deliver to the US for a flat rate of $6 per order. Phone 398-7388.
ANTIQUE AND SECOND HAND STORES Priceless Treasures...................................................................................3 Our shop is filled with one treasure after another with new things added everyday! Consignments are welcome. Call 688-8844. Pretty Thrifty.....................................................................................Cover We have three stories of Home Decor, Household Furniture, Clothing, Sporting Goods, Gifts and more. Be sure to come and see us often, as our stock changes daily! Phone 907-696-6900.
EDUCATION AND FITNESS Distance Learning Center..........................................................................6 Quality K-12 Homeschool Program. Come check out the curriculum choices we offer along with our online classes! Now offering our NEW Aviation Education course. Enroll with us today! 694-6100. Zumba......................................................................................................3 Come join us to get in shape this summer! Shrink everything but your smile! Phone 520-204-2010. Fine Arts...................................................................................................6 We feature new plays every month. Come see us for Winnie the Pooh in July! Also visit us at the Bear Paw Festival. Phone 694-8909.
HAIR AND NAIL SALONS D’Vons Salon............................................................................................3 ”When experience matters”. Come visit our soothing atmosphere today and enjoy a relaxing massage, hair or nail care, or perhaps a facial. Walk-ins are welcome! We offer 40+ years of experience. Phone 694-5003. Elite Nails.................................................................................................3 Professional Nail Service. If you break it, we can fake it! Appointments are appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome! Call: 694-6789.
OUT AND ABOUT MIC Hoggers Karaoke...............................................................................5 Upcoming Wedding? Is it your 85th Birthday?! Book your Mic Hoggers party now, before some beats you to it! Children’s and senior events welcome. Now servicing the Kenai Peninsula area. Call 398-9675. Bingo........................................................................................................4 Bing is now open! Come play 12 games for $18. Last game pays $1000. We also offer over 30 games of pull tabs! Phone 907-694-5525.
SPECIALTY STORES ShuzyQ.....................................................................................................3 Fulfill your love of shoes beyond reason with us! Come by and see us at 737 W. 5th Ave. We offer private parties! 907-743-2953.
VEHICLES AND REPAIR Dooley’s Subaru Repair............................................................................4 Located in Eagle River and proudly serving Alaskans for over 20 years. I will beat ANY price GUARANTEED! 830-7656 or 570-2025.
HANDYMAN AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES QuixFix Home Repair................................................................................4 For home repair with professional care, give us a call today to take care of your home needs. You name it, we can do it! Call us at 866-654-8005. Smith Well Drillling...................................................................................5 Servicing the Kenai Peninsula for all your commercial and residential well drilling needs. Call 262-3970 to schedule your appointment today.
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IF YOU BREAK IT, WE CAN FAKE IT Walk-ins Are Welcome...Appointments Appreciated
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One of a kind and rare items. You never know what’s going to be here! Native Art • Antiques and Collectibles • Tools Jewelery • Local Art and Consignments accepted Donations accepted
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COME PLAY SOME BINGO WITH US! Bingo begins at 7:30PM every Friday and Saturday night!
12 games $18 • Last game pays $1000 Located in Eagle River Bowl Open 7 days a week 4PM - 10PM Friday and Saturday open until 11PM
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“Subaru Dave” Serving Alaskans for over 20 years I will Beat ANY Price “GUARANTEED” 12349 Old Glenn Hwy Eagle River, AK 99577 (907) 830-7656 (907) 570-2025
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Alaska Statewide Inspection Services We are a Local Vendor for Insurance Companies, offering Insurance Underwriting Services that include: Premium Audits, Commercial/Residential/HV Inspections, O/V, Wind Mitigation, HUD Security Checks, Roof Evaluations, Brush Surveys, Contractor Verifications, Loss Reports, Vehicle Audits, Chase and Surveillance Services Let us put you in touch with the right people so your inspections get completed in a quality manner on time!
Cell: 907-252-6734 email: akstatewide@outlook.com
WE CARRY A WIDE ASSORTMENT OF ORGANIC SPICES, HERBAL AND LOOSE TEAS, ESSENTIAL OILS, HERBS, AND NATURAL PRODUCTS FOR THE BODY. HERE A JUST A FEW OF THE ITEMS WE OFFER!
– Dip Seasonings – Kenai River Salmon Organic Spicy Chipotle Dip Organic Veggie Dip – Assorted Herbal Teas – – Organic Spices – Dilled Lemon, Spiced Cider, Pizza Blend and more! Peninsula Center Mall - Soldotna, Alaska Phone 907-398-7388 • Open Tues. - Sat. 11 to 5:30PM Closed Sunday and Monday
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REGULAR SHOWS: Monday's: Maverick at 9PM Thursday's: Copper Top at 9PM (formerly Hooligan's Lounge) SONG REQUESTS: Rare: We don’t have your song, but you can request it in advance for $2. Medium: We usually have your song. Well Done: We always have your songs!
Whether you are building a cabin, a home, or have commercial needs, we can provide the services you need at an affordable price. We offer Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Services on the Kenai Peninsula. ~ Water Well Drilling and Pile Drives ~ Water Well Pump Installation and Service
Call 907-262-3970 to schedule an appointment with us today. 35184 Greenwood Ct Sterling, AK 99672
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Quality K-12 Homeschool Program • Curriculum Choices • Individual learning Plans • Computer & Tablet Lease Program • Dual Enrollment Opportunities • Student Workshops & Field Trips • Highly Qualified Teacher Support • High School Completion • Online Classes! • NEW! Aviation Education
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Fear kills everything. Your mind, your heart, your imagination. CORNELIA FUNKE, INKHEART
“You Warmed My Heart” You warmed my heart with golden hair And pierced my heart with love You play inside my dreams at night You’re all that I think of With chocolate eyes that were divine I miss them lookimg into mine Oh babe I loved you so Why’d you have to go?
CR 2008 BY RA (BMI) LYRICS TO “I’M SORRY FOR THE TEARDROPS”
“LOST” I’M FEELIN LIKE A CASTAWAY TOSSED OUT ON MY OWN FEELIN’ ALL THE LOVE YOU SHARED WAS A 90% LOAN THAT PAIN ITSELF CAN NEVER PAY IT DON’T MATTER WHAT I GIVE I’D HAVE TO SELL MY SOUL TO YOU I KNOW YOU’D TAKE IT INSTEAD PARTIAL LYRICS TAKEN FROM SONG “LOST” CR 2010 BY RA (BMI)
If you have time for self pity, then you have time for self improvement. TORI GABRIELLE
Don’t concede by saying “It is what it is”, because in reality, it is what you make it. TORI GABRIELLE
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