It’s nearly March, folks! Does that mean spring is around the corner? Your guess is as good as the Betster’s — either way, maybe don’t hold your breath or put away your snow gear just yet. Meanwhile, you might not be catching cabin fever but if you’re looking for something to do, just take a look at this week’s Best Bets.

BEST KNOW YOUR LAND BET: Join Kachemak Bay Campus for the next Know Your Land Grower Spotlight seminar on Thursday, Feb. 27 at 6 p.m. Grower Spotlights highlight various Kenai Peninsula farmers from a variety of backgrounds and goals, who tell their farm’s story, share pictures about their farming journey and share how they apply stewardship practices on their land to grow local agriculture while addressing resource concerns. This week’s free talk welcomes Tiffany McCorison from The Rustic Peony in Ninilchik, and will be held in person at the Ninilchik Traditional Council’s Community Center. A Zoom watch party will be held concurrently at KBC in Homer. To attend virtually, register for the Zoom here: bit.ly/KnowYourLand2025. 533 E. Pioneer Ave.

BEST PLAY READING BET: New Plays Aloud, hosted by Pier One Theatre, is a reading group for actors and playwrights facilitated by Kate Rich. The group meets monthly on the last day of every month and readings include short works, long works, newly published works and works in progress. On Thursday, Feb. 27, join NPA at Red Bird Kitchen from 6-8 p.m. for February’s readings, including “The Actress” by Ryan Kaminski and “Binders” and Rachael Carnes. New Plays Aloud is free and open to the public. 1130 Ocean Drive, Suite C.

BEST BROOMBALL BET: Homer Broomball is putting on the End of the Road Broomball Tournament at Kevin Bell Arena on Saturday, March 1. Doors open at 9 a.m. for registration. Games will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. An awards banquet will follow at the Otter Room. Cost to participate is $50, but community members are welcome to come out and spectate for free! Players must be 18 years or older or be accompanied by a parent. If you can’t make the tournament, try out broomball for free on Saturdays at 8 p.m. Find more information on the Homer Broomball Facebook page. 3150 Homer Spit Road.

BEST POETRY PROJECT BET: Join the Friends of the Homer Public Library for Our Favorite Poems 2025, happening Tuesday, March 4 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the HPL Fireside Lounge. This free event is inspired by the Favorite Poem Project and features multiple Homer readers of all ages, each sharing a poem that has touched their life. Come experience this showcase of Homer’s most beloved poetry, and discover your new favorite poem! 500 Hazel Ave.

BEST SCIENCE OPEN HOUSE BET: Curious what’s new at the Kachemak Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve? Stop by their facility on Kachemak Drive for an open house event on Thursday, March 6 from 2-6 p.m.! This is your chance to visit chat with researchers about the past year of weather, water quality and biomonitoring, and ask questions about coastal topics relevant to our community. KBNERR staff will have hands-on demonstrations, tools and scientific posters to help you explore local research and enhance your understanding of Kachemak Bay ecology. The reserve manager and program coordinators will also give a presentation at 5:15 p.m. to provide an overview of the research reserve’s work. Attendees can sign up for upcoming opportunities to engage through community monitoring, education, training and the KBNERR community council. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public; light refreshments will be provided. 2181 Kachemak Drive.