BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Connect Mat-Su - ECPv6.17.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Connect Mat-Su X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Connect Mat-Su REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Anchorage BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20250309T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20251102T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20260308T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20261101T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20270314T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20271107T100000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260805T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260805T180000 DTSTAMP:20260805T202211Z CREATED:20260804T160608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T202211Z UID:10013040-1785949200-1785952800@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Sign Language Classes DESCRIPTION:**Wednesdays**\n*5pm-6pm*\nAug 5th\, 12th\, 19th\, 26th\nSept 2rd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd \n~ 8 Classes\n~ Beginner to Intermediate progressing classes\n~ $10 per person\, per class\n~ All Ages Welcome \n❤Geraldine Klapak will be your instructor for the class. She is a deaf woman who is experienced in tutoring and teaching ASL. She will sometimes have a hearing person assisting her.\n*BBB is a female disabled veteran owned business who exclusively hires homeless youth from the community. We are the only bookbinder in the state. All people are welcome here and events are scheduled by request. Our facility is fully handicap accessible. URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/sign-language-classes/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260806T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260806T170000 DTSTAMP:20260805T202211Z CREATED:20260731T001039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T202211Z UID:10013038-1786035600-1786035600@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Wellness Matters Night DESCRIPTION:Join Southcentral Foundation’s Family Wellness Warriors for Wellness Matters Night. Dinner is provided. The first 20 attendees will receive a swag bag and there will be a raffle drawing at the end of the event! This event is open to ALL community members\, ages 18 or older. URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/wellness-matters-night/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.connectmatsu.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/04-08-2026-Wellness-Matters-Night-flyer-002.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260808T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260808T120000 DTSTAMP:20260805T202211Z CREATED:20260615T174917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T202211Z UID:10012980-1786190400-1786190400@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Mat-Su Regional Birthing Classes DESCRIPTION:Join a Labor and Delivery Nurse as they take you through the end of your pregnancy\, signs of labor\, what to expect at the hospital\, comfort measures during labor\, the birth process\, and much\, much more! You will be empowered with the knowledge and skills to have a birth experience that will be memorable and rewarding. \nTo register please email: matsubirth.ed@gmail.com \nCost: $80.00 URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mat-su-regional-birthing-classes-5/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.connectmatsu.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/birth-classes-1.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260812T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260812T180000 DTSTAMP:20260805T202211Z CREATED:20260804T160611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T202211Z UID:10013044-1786554000-1786557600@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Sign Language Classes DESCRIPTION:**Wednesdays**\n*5pm-6pm*\nAug 5th\, 12th\, 19th\, 26th\nSept 2rd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd \n~ 8 Classes\n~ Beginner to Intermediate progressing classes\n~ $10 per person\, per class\n~ All Ages Welcome \n❤Geraldine Klapak will be your instructor for the class. She is a deaf woman who is experienced in tutoring and teaching ASL. She will sometimes have a hearing person assisting her.\n*BBB is a female disabled veteran owned business who exclusively hires homeless youth from the community. We are the only bookbinder in the state. All people are welcome here and events are scheduled by request. Our facility is fully handicap accessible. URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/sign-language-classes-5/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260814T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260814T160000 DTSTAMP:20260805T202210Z CREATED:20260723T165934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T202210Z UID:10013037-1786716000-1786723200@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Don Young Alaska Job Corps Graduation 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Don Young Alaska Job Corps Center in Palmer will host its Graduation Ceremony on campus (800 E. Lynn Martin Drive\, Palmer) on Friday\, August 14\, 2026\, at 2:00 p.m. to celebrate the accomplishments of students who have completed their training over the past year. \nCenter Director Bobbie Irvin said\, “It has been a challenging year for Job Corps\, but we are focused on celebrating the success and resilience of our students\, who have overcome so much. The Don Young Alaska Job Corps Center is open for business once again and is now accepting applications for all of our vocational training programs.” \nFamily members\, friends\, community partners\, and the public are invited to join us in recognizing our graduates and celebrating this important milestone. URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/don-young-alaska-job-corps-graduation-2026/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.connectmatsu.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/DYAKJCC-Graduation-Invitation-08.14.26.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260818T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260818T113000 DTSTAMP:20260805T202210Z CREATED:20260409T102217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T202210Z UID:10012931-1787047200-1787052600@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Training | Positive and Adverse Childhood Experiences (Online Only) 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-online-only-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260819T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260819T180000 DTSTAMP:20260805T202211Z CREATED:20260804T160610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T202211Z UID:10013042-1787158800-1787162400@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Sign Language Classes DESCRIPTION:**Wednesdays**\n*5pm-6pm*\nAug 5th\, 12th\, 19th\, 26th\nSept 2rd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd \n~ 8 Classes\n~ Beginner to Intermediate progressing classes\n~ $10 per person\, per class\n~ All Ages Welcome \n❤Geraldine Klapak will be your instructor for the class. She is a deaf woman who is experienced in tutoring and teaching ASL. She will sometimes have a hearing person assisting her.\n*BBB is a female disabled veteran owned business who exclusively hires homeless youth from the community. We are the only bookbinder in the state. All people are welcome here and events are scheduled by request. Our facility is fully handicap accessible. URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/sign-language-classes-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260820T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260820T193000 DTSTAMP:20260805T202211Z CREATED:20260805T175117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T202211Z UID:10013047-1787247000-1787254200@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Neuro-Inclusive Community Living Forum DESCRIPTION:Discover A NEW VISION\nFOR COMMUNITY LIVING\nJoin us for an in-person community forum\nto discuss future housing needs and\nneuro-inclusive community models for\npeople who experience intellectual and\ndevelopmental disabilities.\nAs more Alaskans who experience intellectual and\ndevelopmental disabilities reach adulthood—and families are\nplanning for the future—how can we ensure everyone has the\nsupports\, opportunities\, and sense of belonging they need at\nevery stage of life?\nHope Community Resources invites you to an in-person\ncommunity forum to explore future housing needs\, intentional\ncommunities\, neuro-inclusive models\, and a planned life\nsharing community in the Mat-Su Valley called Ptarmigan\nCommons*.\nWhether you are a person who experiences a disability\, a\nfamily member\, caregiver\, provider\, advocate\, community\npartner\, or simply interested in learning more\, we invite you to\nbe part of the conversation\nDURING THIS FORUM\, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:\nWhat neuro-inclusive housing is\nand why it matters.\nIntentional communities and the\nlife-sharing model of the future.\nHope’s planned life-sharing\ncommunity in the Mat-Su Valley\ncalled Ptarmigan Commons*.\nHow these models complement\nexisting disability services and\nexpand housing choices in Alaska.\nOpportunities to ask questions\,\nshare perspectives\, and stay\ninvolved as the project moves\nforward.\n*Ptarmigan Commons is envisioned as an intentional\, life-sharing housing community in\nthe Mat-Su Valley where adults who experience intellectual and developmental\ndisabilities can lead full\, meaningful lives while staying connected to the greater\ncommunity. Join us at the forum to learn more about this innovative housing model\,\nexplore the vision for Ptarmigan Commons\, and discover whether it may be a good fit for\nyou or your loved one. URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/neuro-inclusive-community-living-forum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260825T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260825T150000 DTSTAMP:20260805T202210Z CREATED:20260409T102221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T202210Z UID:10012934-1787666400-1787670000@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Training | Raising Resilience (ZOOM ONLY) DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation on raising resilient youth! \nThis will include information from a 2019 Johns Hopkins study on the effects of positive childhood experiences. Despite growing up with adversity\, positive experiences buffer the trauma and promote healing. \nLearn ways to foster healthy growth and development in children that correlate to stronger adult mental health and overall wellness. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82576480185…\nMeeting ID: 825 7648 0185\nPasscode: 288902 \nQuestions? \nPresentation Content Contact:\nboydenmichelle@gmail.com \nR.O.C.K. Mat-Su Contact:\ncandrews@rockmatsu.org URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/training-raising-resilience-zoom-only-9/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260826T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260826T180000 DTSTAMP:20260805T202211Z CREATED:20260804T160812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T202211Z UID:10013046-1787763600-1787767200@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Sign Language Classes DESCRIPTION:**Wednesdays**\n*5pm-6pm*\nAug 5th\, 12th\, 19th\, 26th\nSept 2rd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd \n~ 8 Classes\n~ Beginner to Intermediate progressing classes\n~ $10 per person\, per class\n~ All Ages Welcome \n❤Geraldine Klapak will be your instructor for the class. She is a deaf woman who is experienced in tutoring and teaching ASL. She will sometimes have a hearing person assisting her.\n*BBB is a female disabled veteran owned business who exclusively hires homeless youth from the community. We are the only bookbinder in the state. All people are welcome here and events are scheduled by request. Our facility is fully handicap accessible. URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/sign-language-classes-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260826T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260826T200000 DTSTAMP:20260805T202211Z CREATED:20260209T191050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T202211Z UID:10012823-1787770800-1787774400@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Fireside Writers Circle DESCRIPTION:Check out our writing club: Fireside Writers Circle! This is a beginner-friendly club meant to encourage writers of any genre.\nWe meet the last Wednesday of the month from 7:00-8:00pm.\nMeetings are limited to 12 spots; if you are interested\, please sign up in the store or give us a call at (907) 745-2665 and we will add your name to the list! URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/fireside-writers-circle-9/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260831T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260831T200000 DTSTAMP:20260805T202211Z CREATED:20260622T190742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T202211Z UID:10013025-1788201000-1788206400@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Mat-Su Youth Orchestra Registration DESCRIPTION:Are you a young musician looking to improve your technical skills and build your musicianship? Look no further than the Mat-Su Youth Orchestra! Our non-profit intermediate string orchestra is a great place for aspiring musicians to enhance their large group performance skills. We’re dedicated to providing accessible music education to young musicians (middle and high school and older). Join us and take your talents to the next level! \nRegistration cost in $100 for the year. Bring your instrument and be ready to play sight read some simple pieces for about 30 minutes just so we can hear you play and give you the appropriate seat arrangement and music for you to be the most successful. URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mat-su-youth-orchestra-registration/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR