Are you counting the hours of daylight as they slowly but surely return? The Betster sure is! Daylight or darkness, if you’re looking for something to do, check out these Best Bets!

BEST HOMESTEAD HISTORY BET: Elementary-aged youth are invited to learn about local homesteads and homesteaders in “Homesteads and History for Kids,” a joint program facilitated by the Homer Public Library and the Pratt Museum. On Friday, Jan. 17 from 1:30-3 p.m., join Cinda, youth librarian at HPL, and Maghan, education and public programs curator from the Pratt Museum. Registration required. This program is part of a series of collaborations between the Homer Public Library and the Pratt Museum. Events for school aged youth will take place on KPBSD early release days during the winter semester. For more information and to register, visit www.cityofhomer-ak.gov/library/homesteads-and-history-kids-joint-program-library-and-pratt-museum. 3779 Bartlett St.

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. 22, local acupuncturist Cortney Hartman with SVT Health and Wellness will speak about the benefits, structure and accessibility of community acupuncture and why it is a valuable resource that every community should have. Sample treatments will be offered in the group setting for participants who are interested. Hartman’s presentation 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 AUTHOR TALK BET: Join the Friends of the Homer Public Library on Thursday, Jan. 23 from 6-7 p.m. in the Fireplace Reading Lounge to hear local author Harold Shepherd reading from his book, “Return to Ekeunick’s Time: Defending Waters and Tradition in the Arctic.” Shepherd will share a slide show presentation, take time for Q&A and sign books. Shepherd’s book is available for checkout at the Homer Public Library, can be purchased at the Homer Bookstore and will be available for purchase during this event. Learn more at friendshomerlibrary.org/. 500 Hazel Ave.

BEST DONATIONS DRIVE BET: The Kachemak Community Center is facilitating a donation drive for the upcoming Community Resource Connect to take place at the end of the month! Through Jan. 24, donate gently used clothing, nonperishables, household essentials and more to help support your fellow community members. Drop of donations any time of the day to the Kachemak Community Center; look for the black and yellow tote outside the center’s main entrance. Every little bit helps! 59906 Bear Creek Dr.

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.

BEST INDOOR WALKING BET: South Peninsula Hospital is sponsoring free indoor walking at the SPARC through May, weekly on Mondays from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. for 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.