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SUMMARY:Youth 360 Afterschool Clubs
DESCRIPTION:Locations: Houston Jr./Sr. High and Wasilla High School \nFREE After-School Programs for middle and high school students in Houston and Wasilla.  Transportation and food available.  Located on school grounds at Wasilla High School and Houston Jr./Sr. High.  Open every school day from 2:15-6:00 pm.  Students can attend before/after other school events or activities and access Youth 360 busing for a ride home. \nCall 373-3613 for more information.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/youth-360-afterschool-clubs-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210401T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
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SUMMARY:COVID Vaccination Clinic
DESCRIPTION:There will be a COVID Vaccine Clinic tomorrow\, April 1st\, from 2pm-5pm at the Wasilla Lake Church of the Nazarene. \n2001 E. Palmer-Wasilla Highway\, Wasilla AK. \nThis service is available through Mat-Su Public Health and the Mat-Su Borough.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/covid-vaccination-clinic/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210401T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210414T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173824Z
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SUMMARY:April Teen Take & Make: Milk Bottle Vases
DESCRIPTION:Open to all ages\, this month our take &make event is uncalled milk bottle vases! Kits include ribbon or lace\, glue\, buttons\, and a bottle. Register on our website palmerlibrary.org. Send photos or questions to bkennedy@palmerlibrary.org!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/april-teen-take-make-milk-bottle-vases/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210401T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20210309T212213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173835Z
UID:10007725-1617300000-1617303600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Big Lake Yoga Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:BIG LAKE YOGA THURSDAYS \nDate and Time: Every Thursday\, 6 pm – 7 pm \nCity: Big Lake\nLocation: Big Lake Lions Rec Center\nAddress: 2939 Lions Court\, Big Lake\, \nDetails\nBring your own mat. \nCost\nSuggested donation of $10 per class \nFor More Information\nPresented by: Anita Hartman\nPhone: Contact instructor Anita Hartman at 907-227-0640
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/big-lake-yoga-thursdays-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210402T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210402T103000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20210309T192213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173812Z
UID:10007697-1617355800-1617359400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weight Watchers
DESCRIPTION:Cost: See Weight Watchers website for meeting fees \nFor More Information: Visit our website. \nPresented by: Wasilla Area Seniors Inc.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weight-watchers-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210402T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210402T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20210316T222213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173733Z
UID:10007753-1617361200-1617364800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Online Training Innovations in Family Contact Best Practices for PROFESSIONALS
DESCRIPTION:Event by ROCK Mat-Su \nTickets\ndughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx \nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook \nMat-Su Professionals are invited to be an innovator of family contact in child welfare! \nTotal Training Hours: 32 Hours (over 6 weeks) \nDates & Times (AKST):\nWeds\, Mar 24\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, Mar 26\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds\, Mar 31\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 2\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 7\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 9\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 14\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 16\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 21\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 23\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 28\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 30\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM \nPre-Registration REQUIRED: http://dughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx…\nFamily contact is vitally important to successfully reunifying children with their families. Attend the FREE Best Practices in Family Contact virtual training. This interactive and thought-provoking learning experience will bring together Mat-Su Valley professionals\, foster parents\, and family time supporters ready to discover how to apply best practices that give families the best chance of:\n– maintaining parent/child attachment\n– building positive future connections\n– successful family reunification \nLearn how to engage community members and kin in safely supporting and increasing family contact for children. The virtual training includes a two-hour online training that will be done prior to the first day of virtual training\, which will set the foundation for learning. You will receive certification of completion for 32 total training hours. \nDon’t forget to register!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/online-training-innovations-in-family-contact-best-practices-for-professionals-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210402T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210402T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20211019T210118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T185537Z
UID:10008396-1617361200-1617368400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Nature Explore & Play
DESCRIPTION:This week we will hike the Matanuska River trail into the park to play! We will meet at the parking area at the Matanuska River bridge off the Old Glenn\, since the park is technically closed for the winter.\nParking here is free\, no restrooms.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/nature-explore-play/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210402T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210402T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20210331T003002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173839Z
UID:10007780-1617364800-1617364800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Go Blue Day
DESCRIPTION:April 1st marks the beginning of Child Abuse Prevention Month\, a time to raise awareness in the community and to share ways we can prevent future abuses. The symbol for Child Abuse Prevention Month is a blue pinwheel; a reminder of the innocence of childhood and an emblem for the positive changes we can create in this realm.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/go-blue-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210403T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210403T080000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20210309T192216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173812Z
UID:10007706-1617436800-1617436800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weight Watchers
DESCRIPTION:Cost: See Weight Watchers website for meeting fees \nFor More Information: Visit our website. \nPresented by: Wasilla Area Seniors Inc.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weight-watchers-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210405T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210409T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20210323T173307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173729Z
UID:10007769-1617632100-1617991200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Youth 360 Afterschool Clubs
DESCRIPTION:Locations: Houston Jr./Sr. High and Wasilla High School \nFREE After-School Programs for middle and high school students in Houston and Wasilla.  Transportation and food available.  Located on school grounds at Wasilla High School and Houston Jr./Sr. High.  Open every school day from 2:15-6:00 pm.  Students can attend before/after other school events or activities and access Youth 360 busing for a ride home. \nCall 373-3613 for more information.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/youth-360-afterschool-clubs-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210406T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20210318T190604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173841Z
UID:10007762-1617710400-1617728400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Parent Conference 2021 Inclusion Goes Viral (Day 1)
DESCRIPTION:2021 Virtual Parent Conference\nInclusion Goes Viral\nBy: Stone Soup Group  \nRegistration Fee:  \n$25 for Parents \n$75 for Professionals \nConference fee includes access to all of the sessions! \nRegister by March 31st to receive a gift bag! \n(make sure to include your mailing address when registering)
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/parent-conference-2021-inclusion-goes-viral-day-1/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210406T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210406T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20210309T192216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173812Z
UID:10007703-1617730200-1617733800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weight Watchers
DESCRIPTION:Cost: See Weight Watchers website for meeting fees \nFor More Information: Visit our website. \nPresented by: Wasilla Area Seniors Inc.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weight-watchers-9/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210406T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210406T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20210401T202211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173839Z
UID:10007785-1617735600-1617739200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Tech Safety for Families: How to Navigate the Digital World with Rebecca Newton
DESCRIPTION:The digital world can seem like a big\, scary place. Online predators\, leaked information and photos\, and cyber bullying are all issues that parents deal with every day. With technology constantly changing and kids becoming more and more tech-focused\, it can feel impossible to protect your kids from the dangers of the digital world. From Tiktok to Discord and Instagram to Reddit\, Internet Safety Expert Rebecca Newton is here to help you learn how to navigate this world with your children.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/tech-safety-for-families-how-to-navigate-the-digital-world-with-rebecca-newton/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210407T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210407T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20210316T222212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173733Z
UID:10007750-1617782400-1617796800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Online Training Innovations in Family Contact Best Practices for PROFESSIONALS
DESCRIPTION:Event by ROCK Mat-Su \nTickets\ndughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx \nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook \nMat-Su Professionals are invited to be an innovator of family contact in child welfare! \nTotal Training Hours: 32 Hours (over 6 weeks) \nDates & Times (AKST):\nWeds\, Mar 24\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, Mar 26\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds\, Mar 31\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 2\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 7\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 9\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 14\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 16\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 21\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 23\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 28\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 30\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM \nPre-Registration REQUIRED: http://dughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx…\nFamily contact is vitally important to successfully reunifying children with their families. Attend the FREE Best Practices in Family Contact virtual training. This interactive and thought-provoking learning experience will bring together Mat-Su Valley professionals\, foster parents\, and family time supporters ready to discover how to apply best practices that give families the best chance of:\n– maintaining parent/child attachment\n– building positive future connections\n– successful family reunification \nLearn how to engage community members and kin in safely supporting and increasing family contact for children. The virtual training includes a two-hour online training that will be done prior to the first day of virtual training\, which will set the foundation for learning. You will receive certification of completion for 32 total training hours. \nDon’t forget to register!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/online-training-innovations-in-family-contact-best-practices-for-professionals-6/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210408T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20210318T190603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173841Z
UID:10007761-1617883200-1617901200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Parent Conference 2021 Inclusion Goes Viral (Day 2)
DESCRIPTION:2021 Virtual Parent Conference\nInclusion Goes Viral\nBy: Stone Soup Group  \nRegistration Fee:  \n$25 for Parents \n$75 for Professionals \nConference fee includes access to all of the sessions! \nRegister by March 31st to receive a gift bag! \n(make sure to include your mailing address when registering)
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/parent-conference-2021-inclusion-goes-viral-day-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210408T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210408T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20210227T092211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173821Z
UID:10007681-1617901200-1617904800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Playing Outside is Learning
DESCRIPTION:Playing Outside is Learning: Get the dirt on playing and learning outside! Join us as we design learning opportunites for young children’s fine and gross motor skills in the outdoors through exploration; the basis of inquiry. Help kids gain physical confidence and capacity in the outdoor classroom!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/playing-outside-is-learning/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210408T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20210309T212217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173835Z
UID:10007730-1617904800-1617908400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Big Lake Yoga Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:BIG LAKE YOGA THURSDAYS \nDate and Time: Every Thursday\, 6 pm – 7 pm \nCity: Big Lake\nLocation: Big Lake Lions Rec Center\nAddress: 2939 Lions Court\, Big Lake\, \nDetails\nBring your own mat. \nCost\nSuggested donation of $10 per class \nFor More Information\nPresented by: Anita Hartman\nPhone: Contact instructor Anita Hartman at 907-227-0640
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/big-lake-yoga-thursdays-8/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210409T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044354
CREATED:20210407T222209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T211340Z
UID:10007789-1617958800-1617966000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Tomatoes 101 Class
DESCRIPTION:Tomato 101 Class\nApril 9th\, 2021\n@10:00 am \nWith over 10\,000 cultivars\, there is a tomato out there for everyone. We’ll learn about the differences between determinate\, indeterminate\, heirloom\, hybrids and the basics for growing all of them.\nThis class will be hosted virtually on zoom. Once you register\, you will receive an email with the zoom meeting invite. If you cannot attend the class\, we will be recording the class for customers to watch at a later time. You will still need to register\, and we will sent you a link to the video after the class.\nRegister Here:\nhttps://alaskamillandfeed.com/classes/
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/tomatoes-101-class/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210409T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210409T103000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044355
CREATED:20210309T192216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173812Z
UID:10007704-1617960600-1617964200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weight Watchers
DESCRIPTION:Cost: See Weight Watchers website for meeting fees \nFor More Information: Visit our website. \nPresented by: Wasilla Area Seniors Inc.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weight-watchers-10/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210409T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044355
CREATED:20210316T222212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173733Z
UID:10007751-1617966000-1617969600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Online Training Innovations in Family Contact Best Practices for PROFESSIONALS
DESCRIPTION:Event by ROCK Mat-Su \nTickets\ndughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx \nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook \nMat-Su Professionals are invited to be an innovator of family contact in child welfare! \nTotal Training Hours: 32 Hours (over 6 weeks) \nDates & Times (AKST):\nWeds\, Mar 24\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, Mar 26\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds\, Mar 31\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 2\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 7\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 9\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 14\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 16\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 21\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 23\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 28\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 30\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM \nPre-Registration REQUIRED: http://dughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx…\nFamily contact is vitally important to successfully reunifying children with their families. Attend the FREE Best Practices in Family Contact virtual training. This interactive and thought-provoking learning experience will bring together Mat-Su Valley professionals\, foster parents\, and family time supporters ready to discover how to apply best practices that give families the best chance of:\n– maintaining parent/child attachment\n– building positive future connections\n– successful family reunification \nLearn how to engage community members and kin in safely supporting and increasing family contact for children. The virtual training includes a two-hour online training that will be done prior to the first day of virtual training\, which will set the foundation for learning. You will receive certification of completion for 32 total training hours. \nDon’t forget to register!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/online-training-innovations-in-family-contact-best-practices-for-professionals-7/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210410T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210410T090000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044355
CREATED:20210309T192214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173812Z
UID:10007698-1618041600-1618045200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weight Watchers
DESCRIPTION:Cost: See Weight Watchers website for meeting fees \nFor More Information: Visit our website. \nPresented by: Wasilla Area Seniors Inc.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weight-watchers-4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210410T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044355
CREATED:20210316T222207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173733Z
UID:10007738-1618041600-1618056000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Online Training Innovations in Family Contact Best Practices for FOSTER PARENTS
DESCRIPTION:Mat-Su Foster Parents are invited to be an innovator of family contact in child welfare!\nTotal Training Hours: 18 Hours (over 5 weeks)\nDates & Times (AKST):\nSat\, Mar 27\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nSat\, April 10\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nWeds\, April 21\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nWeds\, April 28\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM \nCurrent Foster Parents will be offered a stipend for their time + an additional amount is available for child care if needed. \nPre-Registration REQUIRED: http://dughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx… \nFamily contact is vitally important to successfully reunifying children with their families. Attend the FREE Best Practices in Family Contact virtual training. This interactive and thought-provoking learning experience will bring together Mat-Su Valley professionals\, foster parents\, and family time supporters ready to discover how to apply best practices that give families the best chance of:\n– maintaining parent/child attachment\n– building positive future connections\n– successful family reunification \nLearn how you can safely support and increase family contact for children. The virtual training includes a two-hour online training that will be done prior to the first day of virtual training\, which will set the foundation for learning. Two sessions will be dedicated to your unique role as a foster parent\, followed by two sessions of interacting with other professionals who support quality family contact. You will receive certification of completion for 18 total training hours. \nDon’t forget to register!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/online-training-innovations-in-family-contact-best-practices-for-foster-parents/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210410T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210410T113000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044355
CREATED:20210316T222203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173733Z
UID:10007736-1618045200-1618054200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Online Presentation: ACEs & Trauma Sensitive
DESCRIPTION:Event by ROCK Mat-Su and Mat-Su Health Foundation\nhttps://zoom.us/join \nPrice: Free · Duration: 1 hr 30 min \nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook \nThis FREE workshop is open to ADULTS who are interested in learning how to identify and counteract Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) to develop resilient kids. \nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/join\nMeeting ID: 963 0471 4448\nPassword: ROCK\nPasscode: 872449\nOne tap mobile\n+13462487799\,\,96304714448#\,\,\,\,*872449# US (Houston)\n+16699006833\,\,96304714448#\,\,\,\,*872449# US (San Jose) \nDial In:\nDial by your location\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 929 205 6099 US (New York)\n+1 301 715 8592 US (D.C) \nFind your local number: https://matsuk12-us.zoom.us/u/keu7gtx0re \nJoin by Skype for Business\nhttps://matsuk12-us.zoom.us/skype/96304714448 \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: Michelle.Boyden@matsuk12.us \nEvent Details Contact: candrews@rockmatsu.org
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/online-presentation-aces-trauma-sensitive/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044356
CREATED:20210316T222213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173733Z
UID:10007755-1618048800-1618056000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Online Training Innovations in Family Contact Best Practices for Family Time Sup
DESCRIPTION:Mat-Su Family Time Supporters are invited to be an innovator of family contact in child welfare!\nA family time supporter is a relative\, tribal member\, caring community member\, or family friend.\nStipends are available for your time + an additional amount is available for child care if needed.\nTotal Training Hours: 10 Hours (over 3 weeks)\nDates & Time (AKST):\nSat\, April 10\, 2021 | 11:00 – 1:00 PM\nWeds\, April 21\, 2021 | 11:00 – 1:00 PM\nWeds\, April 28\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nPre-Registration REQUIRED: http://dughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx…\nFamily contact is vitally important to successfully reunifying children with their families. Attend the FREE Best Practices in Family Contact virtual training. This interactive and thought-provoking learning experience will bring together Mat-Su Valley professionals\, foster parents\, and family time supporters ready to discover how to apply best practices that give families the best chance of:\n– maintaining parent/child attachment\n– building positive future connections\n– successful family reunification\nLearn how you can help safely support and increase family contact for children. The virtual training includes a two-hour online training that will be done prior to the first day of virtual training\, which will set the foundation for learning. Throughout the three live learning sessions\, you will join foster parents (kinship and non-kinship) and child welfare professionals in exploring best practices in family contact. You will receive certification of completion for ten total training hours.\nDon’t forget to register!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/online-training-innovations-in-family-contact-best-practices-for-family-time-sup-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210410T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044356
CREATED:20211019T210116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T185539Z
UID:10008394-1618048800-1618063200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Beginner Beekeeping Class
DESCRIPTION:Beeginner beekeeping class in Wasilla on Saturday\, April 10th from 11am to 3pm. Class will be held at Valley Board of Realtors at 741 E Susitna Ave\, Wasilla\, AK 99654.\nSign up here: https://royalalaskanhoney.com/store/…\nOrder bees and supplies here: RoyalAlaskanHoney.com/store\n*price is per person\, discount for multiple people.* \nClass will cover:\n•Necessary equipment for beekeeping and how to obtain them.\n•Strains of honey bees and their pros/cons.\n•Preparing your hive for bees.\n•How to hive your package/installing a nuc.\n•Running double queen hives.\n•Swarming; what is it\, why I don’t like it\, and how to prevent it.\n•Beekeeper’s Calender; checking your hives throughout the summer.\n•Harvesting and extracting honey. How much will I get?\n•Preparing for Fall/Winter.\n•Storing equipment.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/beginner-beekeeping-class/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210412T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044356
CREATED:20210323T173303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173729Z
UID:10007764-1618236900-1618596000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Youth 360 Afterschool Clubs
DESCRIPTION:Locations: Houston Jr./Sr. High and Wasilla High School \nFREE After-School Programs for middle and high school students in Houston and Wasilla.  Transportation and food available.  Located on school grounds at Wasilla High School and Houston Jr./Sr. High.  Open every school day from 2:15-6:00 pm.  Students can attend before/after other school events or activities and access Youth 360 busing for a ride home. \nCall 373-3613 for more information.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/youth-360-afterschool-clubs-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210413T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044356
CREATED:20210318T190601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173841Z
UID:10007759-1618315200-1618333200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Parent Conference 2021 Inclusion Goes Viral (Day 3)
DESCRIPTION:2021 Virtual Parent Conference\nInclusion Goes Viral\nBy: Stone Soup Group  \nRegistration Fee:  \n$25 for Parents \n$75 for Professionals \nConference fee includes access to all of the sessions! \nRegister by March 31st to receive a gift bag! \n(make sure to include your mailing address when registering)
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/parent-conference-2021-inclusion-goes-viral-day-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210413T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210413T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044356
CREATED:20210309T192215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173812Z
UID:10007699-1618335000-1618338600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weight Watchers
DESCRIPTION:Cost: See Weight Watchers website for meeting fees \nFor More Information: Visit our website. \nPresented by: Wasilla Area Seniors Inc.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weight-watchers-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210413T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210413T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044356
CREATED:20210401T202210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173839Z
UID:10007784-1618338600-1618342200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Strengthening Families Community Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Raising strong children starts with building ourselves into the strongest parents we can be. Cassie will facilitate a virtual space for you to bond with other parents\, support each other\, and build connections while exploring and learning about how to strengthen your family. Talking with other parents helps you forge connections with someone going through something similar\, better understand your child’s development\, and can even open doors to resources\, so don’t miss this opportunity to learn\, reflect\, and commiserate about the joys and struggles of parenthood.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/strengthening-families-community-cafe/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210414T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210414T083000
DTSTAMP:20260418T044356
CREATED:20210316T222213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173733Z
UID:10007754-1618387200-1618389000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Online Training Innovations in Family Contact Best Practices for PROFESSIONALS
DESCRIPTION:Event by ROCK Mat-Su \nTickets\ndughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx \nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook \nMat-Su Professionals are invited to be an innovator of family contact in child welfare! \nTotal Training Hours: 32 Hours (over 6 weeks) \nDates & Times (AKST):\nWeds\, Mar 24\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, Mar 26\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds\, Mar 31\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 2\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 7\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 9\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 14\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 16\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 21\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 23\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 28\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 30\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM \nPre-Registration REQUIRED: http://dughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx…\nFamily contact is vitally important to successfully reunifying children with their families. Attend the FREE Best Practices in Family Contact virtual training. This interactive and thought-provoking learning experience will bring together Mat-Su Valley professionals\, foster parents\, and family time supporters ready to discover how to apply best practices that give families the best chance of:\n– maintaining parent/child attachment\n– building positive future connections\n– successful family reunification \nLearn how to engage community members and kin in safely supporting and increasing family contact for children. The virtual training includes a two-hour online training that will be done prior to the first day of virtual training\, which will set the foundation for learning. You will receive certification of completion for 32 total training hours. \nDon’t forget to register!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/online-training-innovations-in-family-contact-best-practices-for-professionals-9/
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