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SUMMARY:2025 Summer Backpack Program
DESCRIPTION:Bags will be available during regular library hours from June 4th to August 6th.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2025-summer-backpack-program/
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SUMMARY:2025 Summer Lunch Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Please see the flyer for the distribution schedule\, times\, and locations. If you are interested in volunteering\, please click the link: https://kidskupboard.cervistech.com/acts/console.php?console_id=0323&console_type=event&ht=1  \nFor additional information\, email operations@kidskupboard.org or call 907-631-2908
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2025-summer-lunch-distribution-3/
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SUMMARY:2025 Summer Food Service Program- Sutton Elementry
DESCRIPTION:We are providing grap & go meal boxes for those in the community who are 18 and under. Parent/gardian or child must be present to pick up meals
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2025-summer-food-service-program-sutton-elementry/
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SUMMARY:Active Parenting Now Parenting Class
DESCRIPTION:Title: Active Parenting NOW | 6 Class Cohort Series\nTime: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM\nDates: Wednesdays beginning July 9th 2025 – August 13th 2025 \nDescription:\nAlaska Family Services is currently offering Active Parenting Now parenting class. This is a 6-part class cohort series that is recommended for parents with child(ren) in the household ages 5 – 12 years old.  \nCourse: Active Parenting NOW\nChildren Age Range: School age children 5 to 12 years old.\nREGISTRATION: Please share your first and last name\, email\, and phone number (we may text if there is a schedule change).\n• Email: FSPP@akafs.org (Preferred)\n• Call: 907-745-4920\nParticipant Fee: $75\n# of classes: 6\nRequirements:\n• Must complete all 6 classes and homework to receive Certificate of Completion\n• Permitted to make-up 1 class\, otherwise you will need to join the next scheduled class series\n• Homework must be complete at the start of each class\nOCS Involvement?\n• If participation in this class is part of a case plan with the Office of Children Services\, we encourage you to contact your case worker to inquire about fee coverage via OCS purchase authorization.\nFoster Parent?:\n• Participation in this class may count towards your training requirements \nSeries Outline: \nSESSION I – The Active Parent\n• Styles of parenting\n• Brain development in children\n• The method of choice \nSESSION II – Cooperation & Communication\n• Who owns the problem?\n• Active communication\n• Feelings\, empathy & problem-solving \nSESSION III – Responsibility & Discipline\n• Effective\, non-violent discipline\n• “I” messages\n• Logical consequences \nSESSION IV – Building Courage & Self-Esteem\n• The Think-Feel-Do Cycle\n• The power of encouragement \nSESSION V – Understanding and Redirecting Misbehavior\n• Why children misbehave\n• Eliminating power struggles\n• Handling anger\n• Problem-solving with FLAC \nSESSION VI – Active Parenting for School Success\n• 7 Smart Things for School Success\n• Structuring homework time\n• Tobacco\, alcohol\, and other drugs\n• Family talks
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/active-parenting-now-parenting-class-3/
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SUMMARY:2025 Summer Food Service Program- Palmer High School
DESCRIPTION:We are providing grap & go meal boxes for those in the community who are 18 and under. Parent/gardian or child must be present to pick up meals
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2025-summer-food-service-program-palmer-high-school-6/
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SUMMARY:Kids Lunch on the Lawn Upper Susitna Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:Kids Lunch on the Lawn! Wednesday’s beginning June 4th through August 6th. For more information\, contact: uppersusitnafoodpantry.org or 907-733-3358
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/kids-lunch-on-the-lawn-upper-susitna-food-pantry-4/
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SUMMARY:Training | Positive and Adverse Childhood Experiences (In-Person & Online)
DESCRIPTION:This FREE presentation is open to ADULTS who are interested in learning how to identify and counteract Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) to develop resilient kids. \nRegistration is not required. \nFrequent or prolonged exposure to stress can create toxic stress which can damage the developing brain of a child and overall health. A Survival Mode Response to toxic stress increases a child’s heart rate\, blood pressure\, breathing and muscle tension. Their thinking brain is knocked offline. Self-protection is their priority. In other words: “I can’t hear you! I can’t respond to you! I am just trying to be safe!”\nLearn How Resilience Trumps ACEs! Parents\, Teachers and Caregivers can help by: \n– Gaining an understanding of ACEs and how they affect children’s social\, emotional\, and cognitive abilities and their connection a wide range of health problems throughout a person’s lifespan. \n– Creating environments where children feel safe emotionally & physically. \n– Helping children identify feelings & manage emotions \n– Creating a safe physical & emotional environment at home\, in school\, and in neighborhoods. \n– Share ways to build resilience. \nQuestions? \nPresentation Content Contact: boydenmichelle@gmail.com\nEvent Details Contact: candrews@rockmatsu.org \nZoom Info: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82576480185 \nPasscode: 288902
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/training-positive-and-adverse-childhood-experiences-in-person-online-2/
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SUMMARY:Wasilla Wednesday Walkers Group
DESCRIPTION:Join Our Wasilla Wednesday Walkers Group!\nStarting June 4th\, Capstone’s Diabetes & Endocrinology Center is hosting a weekly walkers group to help you take a step toward better health.\n🌟 Led by our Diabetes Educator\n📍 3331 E. Meridian Park Loop\, Wasilla\n📆 Every Wednesday | June 4 – August 27\n🕔 5:00 PM | Meet in the parking lot\nWhether you’re looking to stay active\, meet new people\, or simply enjoy the outdoors\, this is the perfect midweek activity.\n👟 Lace up your sneakers and join us for fun-filled walks and outdoor movement.\n📲 To register\, call (907) 357-2332
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/wasilla-wednesday-walkers-group-6/
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