Cirque De Pluie
The Current Rhythms spring dance show, Cirque De Pluie, will be at 7 p.m. Friday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20 at North Star Theatre in the Cordova Center. General admission is $10 and $5 for children 5 years and under. Tickets will be available at the door.
Bunny Breakfast
Enjoy pancakes, eggs, bacon and more and take photos with the Easter Bunny at the Bunny Breakfast from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 20 at The Pioneer Igloo. Kids eat for free. Adults can eat too for a suggested donation. Call Heather Richardson at 907-429-3063 if you would like to help set up or clean-up for this event and as well if there are any food allergies.
CFRC Annual Basket Auction
During the Cordova Family Resource Center’s basket auction fundraiser, discover a wide variety of spring baskets furnished by local businesses and community members from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 20 at Mt. Eccles Elementary School. Baskets for all ages are available.
Celebration of Life
A Celebration of Life for Zenas Edward “Ed” Zeine will take place at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 20 at the Cordova Center. Friends are invited to bring a favorite dish and a fond memory to share.
Cordova Community Easter Egg Hunt
For children five years and younger, the egg hunt will be on the bunny hill and the basin of the first incline at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 21 at Ski Hill. Ages 6-12 will be up the hill and will start at 2:15 p.m. There will be 58 Easter baskets for those who find special eggs and two lucky golden egg winners. Wear play clothes, boots and jackets. Hot chocolate and snacks are available in the snack shack. Volunteers are needed at 10 a.m. to help hide the eggs, at 2 p.m. to stand at the perimeter and at 3 p.m. to help with cleanup. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Heather Richardson at 907-429-3063.
Free electronics recycling event
The Native Village of Eyak, Alaska Marine Lines and the city of Cordova will host a free electronics recycling event from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 22-29. Bring unwanted electronics to the city lot on Harbor Loop Road, next to the aluminum and cardboards recycling. Acceptable items include items that plug into something or take a battery such as televisions, computers, monitors, printers, digital camera, stereos, A/V equipment, cell phones, telephones, wall chargers, microwaves, speakers, vacuum cleaners (emptied), VCR’s, and DVD and CD players. Not accepting dishwashers, washing machine/dryer, refrigerators, freezers, exit signs, PCB ballasts and smoke detectors. For more information, call NVE at 907-424-7738.
SNYO practices
Senior Native Youth Olympics practice will be held every Tuesday and Thursday until April 23 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Mt. Eccles Elementary School gym. Kids grades 7-12 are welcome to participate. The competition will be held at the Alaska Airlines Center in Anchorage April 25-27. For more information, contact NVE family program coordinator Jessica Weaver at 907-424-7738.
Tuesday Night Talk
Join the Prince William Sound Science Center for their Tuesday Night Talk at 7 p.m. on April 23 on the third floor of the U.S. Forest Service building for Anne Schaefer’s presentation, “Icebergs, penguins, seals..oh my!”.
ICC business class
The Ilanka Cultural Center will be hosting a “Basic Bookkeeping for Entrepreneurs” webinar from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 24. Sign up by April 19. Call 907-424-7903 or email Brooke Johnson at brooke.johnson@eyak-nsn.gov.
Family and friends game night
The public is invited to a free family and friends game night from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 24 at the Masonic Lodge. For more information, contact NVE family program coordinator Jessica Weaver at 907-424-7738 or email nveyouth@eyak-nsn.gov.
PWSSC anniversary reception
Join the Prince William Sound Science Center for their 30th anniversary reception from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 26.
Community bonfire
Celebrate Earth Day/Arbor Day by joining a bonfire and spring cleanup from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, April 26 at the newly remodeled One-Eyed Pond Recreation Site (18.2 mile of the Copper River Highway) in the Chugach National Forest. Compete to win prizes for trash collected. Learn about the site from subject matter expert Ken Hodges. Campfire and marshmallows provided, rain or shine.
Movie night
Cordova Arts & Pageants presents the movie “Vice” at 7 p.m. Friday, April 26 at North Star Theatre.
Health Fair
The Cordova Health Fair will be from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, April 27 at the Cordova Jr./Sr. High School.
Annual Range Cleanup
Meet at the Cordova Trap and Gun Clubhouse out Sheridan Glacier Road from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for some spring cleaning. Bring gloves, rakes, and shovels if you have them. Free food, beverages and a round of skeet/trap to follow for volunteers.
Circle of Hope ceremony
A Circle of Hope ceremony will take place before the 2X2 Cancer Walk at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 27 in the media room at the Cordova Jr./Sr. High School.
2X2 Cancer Walk
The 17th annual 2X2 Cancer Walk will start at 12 p.m. Saturday, April 27. Meet at the entrance of the Cordova High School.
Head shaving event
In support of the 2X2 Cancer Walk, a head shaving event by the Cordova EMS and Fire Department will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 27 at the fire hall. Registration costs $5 per adult or $10 per family. Additional donations will be accepted at their booth at the Cordova Health Fair at the high school from 8 a.m. to noon.
Pre prom party
All teens are welcome to attend a pre prom party Saturday, April 27 at the Cordova Family Resource Center. The Cordova Jr./Sr. High School prom will be at 9 p.m.
Spring Ham Shoot
Meet at the Cordova Trap and Gun Clubhouse at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, April 28 for early registration. Games, food, and prizes throughout the day.
The Rice Brothers
Hosted by the Cordova Arts & Pageants, The Rice Brothers, Johnny and Chris, who play the cello and piano will be coming to Cordova for a concert Sunday, April 28 at North Star Theatre. They have performed extensively in the United States, including their 2014 Carnegie Hall debut, and have won gold medals at an international Chopin piano competition. They feature a blend of classical, Gospel, jazz, ragtime and Boogie Woogie.
ICC business class
The Ilanka Cultural Center will be hosting a “Creating Financial Projections for your Business Plan” webinar from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 30. Sign up by April 19. Call 907-424-7903 or email Brooke Johnson at brooke.johnson@eyak-nsn.gov.
Net Loft Shorebird Workshops
The Net Loft will be offering Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival handcraft workshops featuring paper and wood artist Zack Mclaughlin from April 30 to May 6. Create a paper and wood sandpiper or owl. Register online at https://www.rsvpbook.com/event.php?538878&fbclid=IwAR1s-v4ma4pvFGdJvQZl8Xl1dbHbGUjFEbHauSSid_Z5Oi6f6PRZQXB3UYo or message Dotty Widmann for help registering. For more information on the workshops, contact The Net Loft at 907-424-7337.
Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival
The 29th annual Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival will take place from May 2-5. To see a schedule of events, visit https://www.coppershorebird.com/schedule.
Harbor Cleanup Day
The Native Village of Eyak is hosting Harbor Cleanup Day from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 11 at the Fisherman’s Memorial.
Used book sale
The Hospital Auxiliary will be hosting a used book sale between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. until May 23 in the basement of the hospital. Hardbacks are$1 ; paperbacks 50 cents. There are also puzzles and DVDs for sale by donation. Proceeds will go to the Hospital Auxiliary.
MONDAYS
Moms, Pops and Tots!
A play group for children from infants to 4 years old is open from 10 a.m. to noon Mondays at the Masonic Lodge. The group focuses on exploring developmental issues and building on each child’s strengths through large-motor and small-motor skills play, pretend play and sensory play. For more information contact Katie Goodale, Tribal Family Services Director, at 907-424-7738.
Al-Anon in Cordova
Al-Anon for friends and family of alcoholics meets 7 p.m. Mondays at the Wellness Center (old DMV office). For more information, contact Katie at 907-965-5909.
TUESDAYS
Gospel sing-along
Join members of the St. George Episcopal Church on Tuesdays from 4-5 p.m. at the Cordova Community Medical Center for their Tuesday gospel sing-along, started in honor of Frances Mallory, and led by Christina Vican and Rev. Belle Mickelson. Anyone who wants to sing or play gospel songs is welcome to join to bring smiles to the long-term residents and hospital staff. For more information contact Belle on 907-424-5143.
Men’s Bible study
A men’s Bible study, led by Matt Rush, will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Red Dragon.
Knit & Lit Book Club
Bring your knitting and join the Knit & Lit Book Club at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 30 at the fireplace in the Cordova Public Library. The meetings are the last Tuesdays of every month. This month’s books are “The Immortalists” by Chloe Benjamin and “The Book of Dust” by Philip Pullman. May’s book will be “The Underground Railroad” by Colson Whitehead and June’s book will be “Noughts & Crosses” by Malorie Blackman.
WEDNESDAYS
Little Ones at Storytime
Little Ones at Storytime, with youth services librarian Anna Hernandez, is 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesdays in the Cordova Public Library. Join Anna for stories, songs, and finger plays, geared toward preschool ages.
Teen Art
Teen Art with Paula Payne will be held 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays in the Education Room at the Cordova Center.
Open studio life drawing
An open studio life drawing class Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m., began Jan. 30 at the Cordova Center education room. A model fee donation of $5-10 is suggested and drop-ins are welcome. For more information call Paula Payne at 907-424-6667.
FRIDAYS
Morning Music
Morning music is back from 8:05 a.m. to 8:40 a.m. Thursdays and Fridays at the Mt. Eccles Elementary School music room for kindergarten through sixth grade students. Learn to sing and play fiddles, guitar, ukulele, bass, banjo and mandolin. Older students and parents are needed as helpers. Pre-schoolers are welcome to come with their caregivers. For more information call Belle Mickelson at 907-424-5143.
After School Art
After School Art with Debbie Carlson will be held 3-4 p.m. Fridays in the Education Room at the Cordova Center. This program is geared towards grades 1-4.
Patch the Pirate Kids Club
Patch the Pirate Kids Club will be held 3-5 p.m. Fridays at the MorningStar Independent Baptist Church, at their new location at the old troopers building, for children grades first through sixth.
SATURDAYS
AC gift card distribution
The Salvation Army distributes AC gift cards the third Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to noon at the AC store for February, March and April. The gift cards are $25 each. Eligibility is based on income and number of people in the household. For more information, contact Larry Goodale at 907-401-1463 or Katie Goodale at 907-965-5909.
Homeport
Homeport is open from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday nights. Enter at the side door, below the Cordova Community Baptist Church, and enjoy coffee, desserts, free Wi-Fi and board games.
SUNDAYS
Movies with Alec
Join librarian Alec for Sunday Movies from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays at the Education Room in the Cordova Center. Free popcorn is provided. Choose from the movie selection at the library. First come, first serve. The event is free for the public. The April 21 Sunday Movie is cancelled.
Youth gathering
Attend youth gatherings Sunday nights at 6 p.m. at the Church of the Nazarene Education Building. Students grades 7-12 are welcome. Call Pastor Steve Leppert at 907-429-6262 for more details.
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