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Traditional Russian Kulich
3 cups and 6 tablespoons all purpose flour
2¼ instant yeast
½ cup whole milk warmed
3 large eggs one egg separated and eggwhite used for icing
Glaze:
1 large egg white from the egg above
1 cup powdered sugar (add more for thicker icing)
½ teaspoon lemon juice
Sprinkles optional
Whisk together ½ cup flour, instant yeast, and 1 teaspoon sugar
Pour in the warm milk and stir, Let sit for 10 minutes
Add 2 eggs and one egg yolk, remaining sugar, and salt.
Gradually add the remaining flour, stirring until sticky dough forms
Knead for 5 minutes
Knead in butter
Fold in the raisins, add-ins, citrus zest
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel and let rise in a warm place for 1.5-2 hours or until doubled in size.
Grease two tall molds
Divide the dough into 2 pieces, and them into molds
Second Rise: Cover lightly and let rise for 1-1.5 hours until the dough reaches 80 - 90% of the mold's height.
Preheat oven to 350°. Bake for 40-50 minutes, until golden brown. Internal temperature 200-205 F when done.
Let the Kulich cool 10 minutes completely before glazing.
Make the glaze and decorate
Whisk or beat with mixer the eggwhite, powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
Drizzle over the cooled Kulich or dip top of the Kulich in the icing and garnish with sprinkles. Allow the icing to set before slicing,
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Mix
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Sauce:
heavy cream
½ cup of chicken broth
2 Tablespoons of Dijon mustard
Juice & of 1 lemon
Salt & pepper to taste
Melt butter & saute garlic
Add chicken stock and simmer for a couple of minutes
Stir in heavy cream, dijon, lemon juice & zest
Put fish back in pan & let simmer 5 -7 minutes
Did rice as a side
Added lemon juice & rice wine vinegar to the cooking water
After fluffing rice l add butter
Saturday, May 9 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
CPH Campus River Tower 240 Hospital Place, Soldotna
• Discounted On Site Lab Tests
• On-Site Walk-In Mammograms & Incentives
• Tour the CPH Family Birthing Center
• Local Health and Wellness, Beauty & Retail Vendors
• Ton’s of great prize giveaways!
• Blood Chemistry Panels* ................$40 • Thyroid - TSH* ... $30
*You must be 18 years or older to have blood work done. Remember to fast for 12 hours prior, unless you are diabetic, in which case you should eat. Continue taking medications as prescribed. Drink only water.
Payment will be made at the health fair. You will be able to pay by cash, check or credit card. Insurance will not be taken at the Health Fair, but you are able to submit your receipts to insurance for reimbursement.
Your Alaskan Marine and Outdoor Headquarters
Organ Donation 101: Facts, Myths, and Impacts
Join us for an informative and meaningful conversation about organ and tissue donation with LifeCenter Northwest. As a nonprofit, federally designated organ procurement organization serving Alaska, Washington, Montana, and North Idaho, LifeCenter Northwest works to save lives works through donation and transplantation. At this event, you’ll learn how the donation process works, clear up common myths and misconceptions, and better understand the life-saving impact of organ and tissue donation. Representatives from LifeCenter Northwest partner closely with hospitals, families, and communities—honoring donors while bringing hope to those waiting for transplants.
Lulu Jensen, Hospital Development Program Manager, LifeCenter Northwest
Lulu Jensen represents LifeCenter Northwest, where she works alongside healthcare teams across Alaska to support organ and tissue donation. She is passionate about preserving the opportunity for donation and is continually inspired by the generosity of Alaskan donors and their families, helping bring hope and healing through the gift of life.
DATE: Thursday, April 16th, 2026
TIME: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
LOCATION: CPH Mountain Tower Denali Room
Downstairs from the main entrance
COST: $15 per person for dinner (Free without dinner)
HOW: Must pre-register at cpgh.org/discuss/ by April 13, 2026
ADAS Recalibration During Windshield Replacement
Does your windshield have an ADAS camera?
More and more vehicles have advanced safety systems and almost all vehicle manufacturers require that the camera connected to your windshield be recalibrated when your windshield is replaced. These systems typically use front-facing cameras as part of the vehicle’s advanced safety system which are designed to protect you and your vehicle on the road, and will only be able to do so if they are functioning correctly.
When damage occurs and a windshield replacement is necessary, these camera systems need to be recalibrated in order to maintain the integrity of the system. The windshield repair technicians at Nick’s Auto Glass are highly trained and experienced with the recalibration process. This will ensure your vehicle safety systems are working properly and continue to keep you safe on the road. Windshield
April Community Calendar of Events
KENAI
Easter Extravaganza
Saturday, April 4th
Free Farm Tour @ 11am- Mud Boots Required! Egg Hunt @ 12pm
48500 Diamond M Ranch Rd., Kenai, AK 99611
Icehawks 50th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Held at the Soldotna Field House with games and community activities.
Central Peninsula Social Events - Facebook.
Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds
Annual Fundraiser
Saturday, April 11th, 5:30pm - 8pm
Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds, Ninilchik, AK
An evening of live music, auction, and dancing. Mardi Gras catered dinner. Jambalaya, Beignets, King Cake, and more! Costumes encouraged! $40 per person • $75 for two
2026 Movie Nights at the Chamber
April 17th, May 22nd @ 6:00pm
Kenai Visitor Center
The Kenai Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center is excited to announce FREE Family movies. We’ll have chairs, but you can bring blankets & pillows to make yourself comfortable! The Kenai Chamber will also provide FREE POPCORN!
Beginner Fly Fishing
Mondays 5:30pm-7:30pm
KPC Kenai River Campus (156 College Rd.)
Class starts March 16th, Six weeks; 1 credit course. Beginning Fly Fishing introduces the basics of fly fishing, including the selection of equipment, types of lines,flies, and techniques geared toward local lakes and streams, and a field trip. bit.ly/KPC_FlyFishing
SOLDOTNA
2026 КРВА Home Show
April 25th & 26th
Soldotna Field House (526 Arena Ave.)
The Kenai Peninsula Builders Association Home Show is the Peninsula’s largest home-focused event, bringing together homeowners, builders, and industry professionals from across the region. Featuring 100+ home and building businesses and attracting approximately 3,500 attendees, the show highlights the latest in construction, remodeling, home improvement, and design. With both indoor and outdoor booths, it’s the perfect place to connect, explore ideas, and start your next project.
Walk With a Doc
1st Wednesday of every month @ 7:30am
Soldotna Field House (526 Arena Ave.)
This doctor-led group is a fun and safe place to go for a walk, learn about health, and meet new friends. The event is FREE and all are welcome!
Lego Club
Tuesdays @ 4:00pm
Soldotna Public Library (235 N Binkley St.)
Designed for youth under 18 years. Those under 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver. www.soldotna.org/departments/library/
Toddler Story Time
Tuesdays @ 10:30am
Soldotna Public Library (235 N Binkley St.)
Designed for 18 months to 3 years. www.soldotna.org/departments/library/
Bouncing Babies Story Time
Wednesdays @ 10:30am
Soldotna Public Library (235 N Binkley St.)
Designed for birth to 18 months.
www.soldotna.org/departments/library/
Pre-school Story Time
Thursdays @ 10:30am
Soldotna Public Library (235 N Binkley St.)
Designed for 3 to 5 years. www.soldotna.org/departments/library/
Teen Lounge
Wednesdays @ 3:30-5pm
Soldotna Public Library (235 N Binkley St.)
Teen Lounge is a weekly hang-out program for teens ages 13-18. Join us for video games, board games, NERF® battles, study sessions, crafts, and other fun activities EVERY WEDNESDAY in the library basement!
www.soldotna.org/departments/library/
Free Senior Walking
Monday - Friday @ 8:00am-Noon
Soldotna Field House (526 Arena Ave.)
Lace up your sneakers and enjoy access to a clean, safe and social environment - rain or shine! For ages 65 and over.
www.soldotna.org/departments/parks_recreation
Turf For Tots
Mondays & Wednesdays 9am-Noon
Sundays 11am-1pm
Soldotna Field House (526 Arena Ave.)
Designed for Ages 5 & under.
Simply Soups: A Creative Aging Series
Mondays 1:30pm - 3pm, March 16th - April 27th
Soldotna Public Library (235 N Binkley St.)
Learn soup-making with local ingredients from local chef and former owner of Fine Thyme Cafe, Bobbi Stelljes, in this 7-week cooking class! This program is made possible in partnership with the Kenai Local Food Connection, the Soldotna Library Friends group, and the Soldotna Rotary Club.
*Designated for adults ages 50+
Spring Cleanup
May
Annual community event for clearing road litter in Soldotna
Kids Kenai River Spring Clean Up!
Wednesday, May 6th 2026
Your class is invited!
Clean up locations: Soldotna Creek Park, Rotary Park, Centennial Campground, Eagle Rock, Kenai River Center, Izaak Walton, Swiftwater Campground, Bing’s landing.
For More information call KRSA at 907-262-8588
39th Annual Kenai Peninsula Sports Show
May 1st, 2nd and 3rd
Soldotna Field House (526 Arena Ave.)
Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula Chapter, Safari Club International Midnight Sun Fundraiser & Banquet
April 18th
At the Soldotna Field House. Tickets $100 per person, silent and live auctions, Tons of Raffles, Live Entertainment, Hunts and Trips. Purchase tickets online at kenaisci.org
Drop in Ping Pong
Thursdays 7-9pm
Soldotna Field House (526 Arena Ave.)
Drop in Dodge Ball
Fridays
Soldotna Field House (526 Arena Ave.)
Drop in Soccer
Youth Fridays 4-6pm, Adults, Monday’s 7-9pm
Soldotna Field House (526 Arena Ave.)
Batting Cage
Soldotna Field House (526 Arena Ave.)
$8 per user
Non-profit organizations with upcoming events who wish to have them included in the monthly Community Calendar are encouraged to contact Leslie Love at leslie@greatlander.com.
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SPORTS TIME WORD SEARCH
Find the hidden words in the puzzle
Find the words hidden vertically, horizontally, diagonally, and backwards.
CHAMPIONSHIP
SUDOKU
STADIUM TEAMMATE TOURNAMENT TRAINING TROPHY VICTORY (Level - Easy)
The objective is to fill a 9×9 grid so that each column, each row, and each of the nine 3×3 boxes (also called blocks or regions) contains the digits from 1 to 9 only one time each.
CROSSWORD
SUDOKU ANSWER
ACROSS
1. Greek goddess of marriage
5. Tropical American blue jay-like bird
10. Abba __, Israeli politician
14. Dark olive black
15. Light, crinkled fabric
16. Notre Dame has a golden one
17. Leaked blood
18. Confronted
19. Negligible amount
20. Facilitated
22. Hill or rocky peak
23. Minneapolis suburb
24. Songs to one’s beloved
27. Brake horsepower
30. Angry
31. Children’s game
32. Spelling is a type of one
35. Obtained in return for labor
37. Indicates center
38. Chinese dynasty
39. Old World buffaloes
40. Slang for time off
41. Fabric
42. Ancient kingdom near
CROSSWORD ANSWER
Dead Sea
43. Defunct regional economic organization
44. Philly footballers
45. Female sibling
46. Peter Griffin’s daughter
47. Digital audiotape
48. Insecticide
49. Scientific instrument
52. Pages may be dog-__
55. Israeli city __ Aviv
56. Type of sword
60. Middle Eastern military title
61. Wise individuals
63. French Polynesian island Bora __
64. Popular shoe type
65. One of 50
66. Divulge a secret
67. Dish of cooked meat mixed with potatoes
68. Actress Zellweger
69. Romanian city
DOWN
1. Greek cupbearer of the Gods
2. Ancient Syrian city
3. Small Eurasian deer (pl.)
4. Range of mountains
5. One thousand cubic feet (abbr.)
6. Spoke
7. City in Georgia
8. Theatrical
9. CNN’s founder 10. Icelandic poems
11. Bjorn __, tennis player
12. Bowfin genus
13. One point north of northeast
21. Political divisions in ancient Greece
23. Electroencephalograph
25. Cool!
26. Male parent
27. Where some gymnasts work
28. Capital of Vietnam
Sailboats 32. Shelter (Scottish) 33. Completed
Discharge
Arrest
Partner to cheese
Coffee receptacle
Stagnate
Satisfies 43. Snakelike fish
Consume food 46. Type of school
Erase 49. Inform 50. Girl’s given name 51. Spiritual leader of a Jewish congregation
52. Every one of two or more things
53. Northern India city
Seventeenth stars in a constellation
Weapon 58. Amounts of time
Isodor __, American Nobel physicist
Soviet Socialist Republic
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