With all this wind and rain and ice, the Betster hopes everyone is staying safe and taking precautions when they’re out and about! The weather might not look like what we typically expect in an average January, but the events on the calendar are business as usual. If you’re looking for information on some great activities this month, look no further than these Best Bets!

BEST INDOOR WALKING BET: South Peninsula Hospital is sponsoring free indoor walking at the SPARC, weekly on Mondays, through May. Starting on Jan. 6, indoor open walks are open from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. to adults and youth ages 12 and up. Walkers must bring clean indoor shoes to participate. For more information, contact Annie Garay, RN and SPH Health & Wellness nurse educator, at wellness@sphosp.org or at 907-235-0285. 600 Sterling Highway.

BEST HEALTH AND WELLNESS BET: Join South Peninsula Hospital for Wellness Wednesdays, a free evening of health education, food and yoga held weekly on Wednesdays at Kachemak Bay Campus from 5:30-7:30 p.m. On Jan. 15, Danae Haley with Bright Minds of Alaska presents “Understanding Your Child’s Brain,” which will be followed by an hour of yoga with Sarah Estabrook. For more information, visit the SPH Facebook page or contact wellness@sphosp.org or 907-235-0285. 533 E Pioneer Ave.

BEST ARTS CHAMPIONS BET: Time is running out! The Alaska Arts Education Consortium is seeking nominations for the 2025 Champions of the Arts Awards through Jan. 15. This awards program formally recognizes and honors Alaskan individuals or organizations who champion the arts in education through high-caliber instruction, arts support and ongoing arts promotion. Nominations can be made in four categories: Arts Educator, Arts Leader, Arts Advocate, and Arts Student. Find more information at www.akartsed.org/Champions.

BEST TEEN MINDFULNESS BET: South Peninsula Hospital is sponsoring a free, four-week course in mindfulness for teens ages 14-18 years old. “Chaos Compass” is taught by Devry Garity, pediatric nurse practitioner at Homer Medical Center and will run every Thursday from 4:15-5:30 p.m. at Kachemak Bay Campus, starting Jan. 16 through Feb. 6. This program will provide teens with tips and tools to better navigate the sometimes-chaotic times in life. Participants will explore a brain-based understanding of themselves and others as they journey through techniques to strengthen their minds, sharpen focus, manage emotions, make wise decisions and cultivate deeper connections. To learn more or register for this free class, contact wellness@sphosp.org or 907-235-0285. 533 E. Pioneer Ave.

BEST WEEKLY SKATING BET: Did you know that Kevin Bell Arena has weekly public skating? Head over on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays for ice skating! General admission is $7 per person and $3 for skate rental; members skate for free. Kevin Bell Arena also offers a variety of structured on-ice programming for the entire family. Find more information at www.kevinbellarena.org. 3150 Homer Spit Road.

BEST COMMUNITY RESOURCES BET: Community Resource Connect is coming! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, Jan. 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s CRC will be held in two locations: in Homer, head to the SPARC at 600 Sterling Highway. In Anchor Point, visit the VFW Post 10221 at 72551 Milo Fritz Ave. Anyone in need of resources is invited to attend this free, one-day event! For more information, contact 907-235-0285 or wellness@sphosp.org.