Behind the Switch

E-Newsletter


September 10, 2026


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Keep an eye out for moose - it's moose season!

2026 Pumpkin Patch

Join Us For Some Family & Community Fun!


Mark your calendars! The CVEA Pumpkin Patch is on its way with food vendors and activity booths for the whole family to enjoy!


Glennallen: October 10

Valdez: October 17


Location: CVEA Office Parking Lots


Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.


Entry Fee: Non-perishable food or monetary donation to your local food bank. BONUS! Alyeska has agreed to match up to $4,000 in monetary donations for our local food banks! Thanks, Alyeska!

Activities at the Pumpkin Patch

Get Ready For Some Family Fun!

All our activity booths support a local nonprofit - the proceeds from these booths are split equally seven ways among these organizations that do great work in our communities!


Bucket Truck Rides - $5/Family

  • Copper River Hockey Club
  • Valdez Wrestling Club


Cotton Candy - $5/Bag

  • Kenny Lake Public Library
  • Valdez Torpedoes Swim Club


Face Painting - $5/Face

  • Glennallen Nordic Ski Team
  • End of the Road Ren Fair


Hot Chocolate (with unlimited toppings) - $5/Cup

  • Copper Valley Community Library
  • HHES 5th Grade Field Trip


Jazzy Gourmet Popcorn - $8/Bag or $15/Two Bags

  • Connecting Ties
  • VHS National Close Up


Kids Activity Tent - $3/Child or $10/Family

  • Copper River EMS
  • Valdez Cooperative Preschool


S'mores - $3/S'more

  • Copper Basin Imagination Library
  • Valdez Adventure Alliance


Local Food Vendors at the Pumpkin Patch

Enjoy Delicious Food at the Pumpkin Patch!

Local food vendors will have food, sweet treats, and drinks available for purchase at both Pumpkin Patch events!


Glennallen:

  • The Roadside Grill
  • Cast Iron Cafe
  • Sarah Dolge's Cupcakes


Valdez:

  • Mac It Up Ak
  • Ant's Homestyle Bakery


Join us from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the CVEA Office Parking Lots on October 10 in Glennallen and October 17 in Valdez!

Fall is Here!


  • Seal up your home before the cold hits
    
  • Turn the thermostat down before heading out for hunting season


  • Switch to LED bulbs


Small changes now can make a big difference once the temperatures drop!

Be Prepared!


  • Test your generators before the cold arrives


  • Keep clear of downed power lines


  • Give space heaters room to breathe - keep them clear of anything flammable


A little prep now can go a long way!

Member Comments and Questions

Copper Valley Electric wants to know what members have to say, and our team is on hand to answer questions you may have.



If you have comments or questions on any CVEA topic, email Customer Service by clicking the link below.

Career Opportunities

Powering Homes, Empowering Lives

CVEA has excellent opportunities for qualified applicants. View current job opportunities posted on the CVEA website.

Important Dates

October 8 | 10:00 a.m. | CVEA October Board Meeting - Glennallen Boardroom


October 10 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Glennallen Pumpkin Patch


October 17 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Valdez Pumpkin Patch

Copper Valley Electric Association | customerservice@cvea.org |

907-822-3211 | www.cvea.org

Mile 187 Glenn Highway, PO Box 45, Glennallen, AK 99588

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