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SUMMARY:Zumba in the park Mat-su
DESCRIPTION:Come join the part fitness but mostly fun Zumba and enjoy dancing to the international rhythm of meringue\, salsa\, cha cha and other pop music.\nOur Zumba class is suitable for all ages and abilities and all participants must sign a liability waiver before joining a class (only sign up once)\, kids are also welcome to join but all minors must be accompanied by an adult. The class varies from low to medium-impact movement to help loosen up those joints and it’s always a good thing when we break a sweat. We will provide bottled water for you to stay cool and hydrated during this fun workout.\nEvery time you attend a class\, you will earn a ticket and at the end of the season on August 28\, 2021\, we will have a raffle drawing and you can get a chance to win a 3-month Gold Family Membership\, a $500 value sponsored by The Alaska Club and others prizes. Prizes will be void if you did not sign a liability waiver. Check our Facebook event Zumba in the Park Mat-Su for more updates.\nFind our liability waiver at our Kabayan website at kabayaninc.com under the program menu Health & Wellness or through this link\n\nHave a happy summer and we will see you at the park.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/zumba-in-the-park-mat-su/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210807T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210807T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
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UID:10008266-1628326800-1628362800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:All Alaska Reptile & Exotics Expo 2021
DESCRIPTION:Link to online ticket purchase can be found below!  \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/…/all-alaska-reptile-exotics… \nAnd yes\, admission is also available at the door the day of the expo. Having tickets ahead of time just helps you skip the slower line 😉
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/all-alaska-reptile-exotics-expo-2021/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210806T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210806T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210730T012211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001445Z
UID:10008250-1628265600-1628269200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mighty Mat-Su Mamas Women's Fitness Classes
DESCRIPTION:Mighty Mat-Su Mamas Women’s Fitness Classes \nFitness for Women and Mothers\nwoman exercising \nWhen:\nMon – Wed – Fri \n5:00 – 6:00 pm \nWhere:\nAlcantra Recreation Fields \nLarson Elementary Rd \nWasilla\, Alaska 99654 \nCost:\nFREE \nJust show up!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mighty-mat-su-mamas-womens-fitness-classes-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210806T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210806T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210507T212204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173808Z
UID:10007996-1628254800-1628258400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Disk Golf @ Alcantra Disk Golf Course
DESCRIPTION:Disc Golf\n@ Alcantra Disc Golf Course\nJune 26\, 1pm\nJuly 24\, 1pm\nAugust 6\, 1pm\nSeptember 25\, 1pm \nPlease Note: Unless otherwise noted\, Thrive Activities are for provided for Mat-Su Youth 6th Grade – 20 years old.  \nAt all activities & events\, please wear a mask and maintain social distancing. Due to Covid-19 capacity for all activities are limited. To RSVP for our activities and events\, please text “Thrive” to 907-745-5826. After introductions\, we will send a brief survey to find out which activities you would like more info about.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/disk-golf-alcantra-disk-golf-course-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210805T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210805T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210609T163810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173850Z
UID:10008084-1628184600-1628191800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Digital Q-Club
DESCRIPTION:Q-Club is a social and educational group open to all LGBTQ+ teens and allies ages 13-18 in Alaska. Meetings offer education around a subject relevant to the lives of queer youth\, such as applying for college to LGBTQ-specific sex ed. Q-Club is also a safe space for queer youth to play games and hang out. \nIdentity facilitates this group as part of our youth programming. \nCome join us for fun and friendship! \nDue to the COVID-19 pandemic\, Q-Club meets online from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. each Thursday until further notice. \nSIGN UP FOR Q-CLUB ACCESS:\nhttps://identityalaska.org/about/support-groups/identity-groups-intake-form/
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/digital-q-club-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210805T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210805T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210624T202212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173858Z
UID:10008205-1628177400-1628181000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Summer Learn to Skate
DESCRIPTION:Summer Learn to Skate \nLearn valuable ice-skating skills for Recreation or Hockey students (minimum of 4 students for hockey class).  \nRegister online at:\nhttps://menardcenter.maxgalaxy.net \nTuesdays and Thursdays:\n7/27/2001\n7/29/2021\n*Fri Aug 13\, 2021\n8/3/2021\n8/5/2021\n8/10/2021 \nPublic Skate begins at 4:30-5:30 \n$75 + $15 ISI Membership Fee if registered nu 7/19/2021; after $85. \nThere will be a Skate Party on the last day of class.  \n1 hour of instruction\, free skate rental\, bobbie skate aids\, public skate passes.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/summer-learn-to-skate-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210805T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210805T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210615T192211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173810Z
UID:10008103-1628168400-1628172000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Alcantra Disc Golf Course with Thrive Mat-Su
DESCRIPTION:Please Note: Unless otherwise noted\, Thrive Activities are for provided for Mat-Su Youth 6th Grade – 20 years old. \nAt all activities & events\, please wear a mask and maintain social distancing. Due to Covid-19 capacity for all activities are limited. To RSVP for our activities and events\, please text “Thrive” to 907-745-5826. After introductions\, we will send a brief survey to find out which activities you would like more info about.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/alcantra-disc-golf-course-with-thrive-mat-su/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210805T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210609T163806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173851Z
UID:10008042-1628161200-1628164800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:SAGE Coffee and Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday morning enjoy Coffee and Conversation  with LGBTQ+ elders and allies in Alaska. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, we will have SAGE Coffee on Thursday mornings 11 a.m. to noon on Zoom. Get a cup of coffee\, sit down with your computer or smartphone. Join at this Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/+++82432009994?pwd=VXdFKzVHSkFSYkI1bHlhb0lHcUFwUT09#success
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/sage-coffee-and-conversation-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210804T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210804T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210609T163809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173851Z
UID:10008075-1628098200-1628105400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Generation Q
DESCRIPTION:Generation Q (Online) \nJune 16 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm|Recurring Event  \nOver 18? LGBTQ+? Looking for community? \nGen Q is an accessible\, substance-free social and support group for LGBTQ+ young adults in Alaska. \nDue to the COVID-19 pandemic\, Generation Q meets online from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month until further notice. \nSign up for access: https://identityalaska.org/about/support-groups/identity-groups-intake-form/
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/generation-q-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210804T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210804T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210730T012211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001445Z
UID:10008249-1628092800-1628096400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mighty Mat-Su Mamas Women's Fitness Classes
DESCRIPTION:Mighty Mat-Su Mamas Women’s Fitness Classes \nFitness for Women and Mothers\nwoman exercising \nWhen:\nMon – Wed – Fri \n5:00 – 6:00 pm \nWhere:\nAlcantra Recreation Fields \nLarson Elementary Rd \nWasilla\, Alaska 99654 \nCost:\nFREE \nJust show up!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mighty-mat-su-mamas-womens-fitness-classes-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210803T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210803T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210624T202209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173858Z
UID:10008203-1628004600-1628008200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Summer Learn to Skate
DESCRIPTION:Summer Learn to Skate \nLearn valuable ice-skating skills for Recreation or Hockey students (minimum of 4 students for hockey class).  \nRegister online at:\nhttps://menardcenter.maxgalaxy.net \nTuesdays and Thursdays:\n7/27/2001\n7/29/2021\n*Fri Aug 13\, 2021\n8/3/2021\n8/5/2021\n8/10/2021 \nPublic Skate begins at 4:30-5:30 \n$75 + $15 ISI Membership Fee if registered nu 7/19/2021; after $85. \nThere will be a Skate Party on the last day of class.  \n1 hour of instruction\, free skate rental\, bobbie skate aids\, public skate passes.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/summer-learn-to-skate-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210803T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210803T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210618T004026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173809Z
UID:10008152-1627995600-1627999200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Painting  @ Just Add Paint
DESCRIPTION:Painting\n@ Just Add Paint\nJune 1\, 1pm\nJuly 6\, 1pm\nAugust 3\,1pm \nPlease Note: Unless otherwise noted\, Thrive Activities are for provided for Mat-Su Youth 6th Grade – 20 years old.  \nAt all activities & events\, please wear a mask and maintain social distancing. Due to Covid-19 capacity for all activities are limited. To RSVP for our activities and events\, please text “Thrive” to 907-745-5826. After introductions\, we will send a brief survey to find out which activities you would like more info about.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/painting-just-add-paint-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210803T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210803T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210622T002223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210803T202205Z
UID:10008177-1627990200-1627995600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Meet Me at the Park
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Wasilla Wonderland Park with your kids\, a chair for you\, and a water bottle and snack or lunch. We’ll get to know other moms of young children (newborn to age 6. If you have older children as well as littles\, please feel free to bring them along to the playground. We will have our HeartReach ‘banana’ flag and will be stationed over by the wooden dog sled team. If it’s raining\, we will pass on meeting for that week. If you have questions\, please call Kim at HeartReach Center\, 907-373-3456. We want to facilitate the opportunity for moms of littles to get to know one another in an informal setting.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/meet-me-at-the-park-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210802T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210802T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210615T192211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210728T182208Z
UID:10008105-1627923600-1627927200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Private Jump @ Fly Trampoline
DESCRIPTION:RSVP by texting “Thrive” to (907)745-5826!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/private-jump-fly-trampoline/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210802T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210802T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210730T012211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001445Z
UID:10008248-1627920000-1627923600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mighty Mat-Su Mamas Women's Fitness Classes
DESCRIPTION:Mighty Mat-Su Mamas Women’s Fitness Classes \nFitness for Women and Mothers\nwoman exercising \nWhen:\nMon – Wed – Fri \n5:00 – 6:00 pm \nWhere:\nAlcantra Recreation Fields \nLarson Elementary Rd \nWasilla\, Alaska 99654 \nCost:\nFREE \nJust show up!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mighty-mat-su-mamas-womens-fitness-classes-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210802T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210805T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210408T193701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173730Z
UID:10007910-1627905600-1628182800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Youth 360 Afterschool Clubs
DESCRIPTION:Locations: Houston Jr./Sr. High and Wasilla High School \nEligibility: Wasilla High\, Wasilla Middle and Houston Jr./Sr. High students.  Includes incoming 6th graders. \nContact number: 373-3613 \nYouth 360’s FREE summer program provides opportunities for social connections for Houston and Wasilla students.  Community outings and events\, recreation\, group games\, creative expression\, youth leadership\, and much more are offered. Transportation routes are available\, and food is provided.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/youth-360-afterschool-clubs-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210802T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210809T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210618T004027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173806Z
UID:10008153-1627891200-1628528400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Youth Backpacking Trip
DESCRIPTION:This 8 day course is the ultimate backcountry adventure!  The first morning is spent in town on a low and high rope challenge course where you and your expedition team will meet and explore concepts in problem solving\, decision making\, and relationship building.  We then head to our base camp to prepare for our expedition.  Lessons on rationing\, bear safety\, and packing a backpack will all be a part of our expedition preparation.  We’ll stay the first night at our base camp; testing out our tents and sleeping systems and the next morning we’ll depart for our off trail adventure!  Throughout the expeditions students will learn and practice expeditionary skills such as navigation\, route finding\, risk management\, teamwork and leadership skills. \nTuition: $600- Scholarships available. For information about scholarships\, contact Matt at connect@thrivematsu.org
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/youth-backpacking-trip/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210801T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210801T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210730T202208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173827Z
UID:10008258-1627830000-1627833600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Yoga for Vets (Free)
DESCRIPTION:Join Yoga Om as we give Gratitude to All Our Veterans. Free weekly Yoga for our Vets with the intention of mindful resiliency. Class will be lead by our very own instructor Erica Glass\, Veterans Yoga Project Area Manager for Alaska.\nSundays 4-5pm. Share with your Vets friends/family.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weekly-yoga-for-vets-free/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210731T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210731T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210709T172212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001453Z
UID:10008217-1627732800-1627743600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Summer Block Party
DESCRIPTION:CCS is throwing a Block Party to celebrate our 50th anniversary and the opening of our new Palmer Center. This is a free family outdoor event and we are including age-appropriate activities for kids! \nCCS Early Learning – Palmer Center\n905 W Auklet Avenue\, Palmer\n(907) 373-7000 \nContact: Serena Lee\nslee@ccsalaska.org
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/summer-block-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210730T012211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001444Z
UID:10008247-1627660800-1627664400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mighty Mat-Su Mamas Women's Fitness Classes
DESCRIPTION:Mighty Mat-Su Mamas Women’s Fitness Classes \nFitness for Women and Mothers\nwoman exercising \nWhen:\nMon – Wed – Fri \n5:00 – 6:00 pm \nWhere:\nAlcantra Recreation Fields \nLarson Elementary Rd \nWasilla\, Alaska 99654 \nCost:\nFREE \nJust show up!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mighty-mat-su-mamas-womens-fitness-classes-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210730T012210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210731T002205Z
UID:10008246-1627660800-1627664400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mighty Mat-Su Mamas Fitness Classes
DESCRIPTION:Fun and effective workouts for women in the Mat-Su Valley\, while children play and burn off energy as well! All fitness levels welcome. We currently meet Mon\, Wed\, Fri at 5:00 pm at the Alcantra Soccer Fields in Wasilla. Come check it out for free! Fitness classes focus on strength\, cardiovascular fitness\, and pelvic floor and core health\, taught by a women’s health physical therapist and certified group fitness instructor\, Dr. Katie Gatica\, PT\, DPT
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mighty-mat-su-mamas-fitness-classes/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210507T012208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173806Z
UID:10007967-1627657200-1627664400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Field Days @ Wonderland Park: Water Balloons/Slip-N-Slide/Music
DESCRIPTION:Field Days @ Wonderland Park \nMay 21: (3-5pm)\n-Dodgeball Tournament \nJune 4: (3-5pm)\n-Volleyball Tournament \nJune 18: (3-5pm)\n-3×3 Basketball Tournament \nJuly 2: (3-5pm)\n-Crazy Team Competitions \nJuly 16: (3-5pm)\n-BMX/Skateboarding Competition\n-Ninja Course Competition \nJuly 30: (3-6pm)\n-Water Balloon War\n-’50’s Slip-N-Slide\n-Live Music \nTo sign up for events: \n1) Text “Thrive” to 907-745-5826\n2) Complete the Activity Survey we send\n3) Let us know which date(s) you would like to attend\n4) If under age 18\, have a parent complete liability waiver we send
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/field-days-wonderland-park-water-balloons-slip-n-slide-music/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210623T222210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001442Z
UID:10008189-1627651800-1627659000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Alaska's Survivor Outreach Meet Up @ Art Cafe
DESCRIPTION:SOS offers you access to support\, information\, and services\, closest to where you live\, when you need it and for as long as you need it.\nCourtney Waggoner 907-384-0272\nRebecca Tuller 907-691-4894 See Less\nOur Fallen Soldiers have paid the ultimate sacrifice. Their Families deserve our respect\, gratitude\, and the very best we can provide. If you’re a surviving Family member\, Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) offers you access to support\, information\, and services\, closest to where you live\, when you need it and for as long as you need it.\nSurvivor Outreach Services is part of the Army Casualty Continuum of Care. It’s designed to provide long-term support to surviving Families of Fallen Soldiers. Our goal is to reassure Survivors that they remain valued members of the Army Family.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/alaskas-survivor-outreach-meet-up-art-cafe-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210717T002221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173734Z
UID:10008223-1627642800-1627646400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Prevention Training: Talking with Children about Safety from Sexual Abuse®
DESCRIPTION:Talking about personal safety and sex creates a protective bond between parent and child\, increases confidence for both\, and instills knowledge that makes children and teens much less vulnerable. Building on the education provided in Stewards of Children®\, Darkness to Light’s evidence-based training on preventing\, recognizing\, and reacting responsibly to child sexual abuse\, you will learn how to talk with and listen to children about sexual abuse and personal safety. It is highly recommended that participants complete Stewards of Children® prior to taking the course. \nWHAT ARE THE OUTCOMES?\nDuring the training\, you will hear compelling stories from experts and survivors about how talking to kids can help prevent sexual abuse.\nYou will also:\n– learn why relationships and resilience are the building blocks of safety for children.\n– receive examples of how to talk about personal safety with children of all ages.\n– learn how to use everyday opportunities to talk with children about sexual abuse. \nIMPORTANT INFORMATION:\n– There is no need to officially register for this event.\n– No childcare offered on-site.\n– This training is good for 1 contact hour of continuing education for social workers\, nurses and foster parents.\nContact for more information:\nTelsche Overby\ntelscheoverby@gmail.com
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/prevention-training-talking-with-children-about-safety-from-sexual-abuse/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210617T225308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001439Z
UID:10008143-1627642800-1627646400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:2021 Virtual Disability Pride Celebration
DESCRIPTION:July is Disability Pride Month! 31 years ago on July 26\, 1990\, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed by Congress\, establishing America’s commitment to end discrimination against people with disabilities. Disability Pride means accepting and honoring each person’s uniqueness and seeing disability as a natural and beautiful part of human diversity. Disability Pride awareness events promote visibility and mainstream awareness of the positive pride felt by people with disabilities. Alaska’s Virtual Disability Pride Celebration hopes to bring this message to our Alaskan friends and neighbors\, and to raise awareness of the significance of the Americans with Disabilities Act. \nWhat: This online event happens over the course of five days\, with each day featuring a different nationally-recognized guest speaker and an interview between the guest speaker and an advocate interviewer.\nWhen: July 26-30\, 2021 (Monday through Friday)\nTimes: 12:00-1:00pm\, AK Time\nDetails on Speakers and more to come!\nSpecial guests have been announced for the Alaska July 2021 Disability Pride Celebration!!\nLiz Weintraub\nGeri Jewell\nAlvin Law\nAaron Fotheringham
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2021-virtual-disability-pride-celebration-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210722T212204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001447Z
UID:10008238-1627639200-1627653600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Genacta In Home Care Meet & Greet BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Come one come all to Genacta’s Meet and Greet BBQ.  \nFree food\, drinks\, games\, and make your own tie dye shirts.  \nLocation: Wasilla Lake Park\n891 E. Parks Highway
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/genacta-in-home-care-meet-greet-bbq/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210717T022204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173734Z
UID:10008229-1627635600-1627642800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Training: Stewards of Children®
DESCRIPTION:What is Stewards of Children ®? \nStewards of Children® is a prevention training that teaches adults how to prevent\, recognize\, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. The program is designed for organizations that serve youth and for individuals concerned about the safety of children.  \nIt is the only nationally distributed\, evidence-informed program proven to increase knowledge\, improve attitudes\, and change child protective behaviors.\nImportant Information:\n– There is no need to officially register for this event.\n– No childcare offered on-site.\n– This training is good for 2 contact hours of continuing education for social workers\, nurses and foster parents. \nContact for more information:\nTelsche Overby\ntelscheoverby@gmail.com
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/child-sexual-abuse-prevention-training-stewards-of-children-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210730T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210717T002218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210717T012211Z
UID:10008221-1627635600-1627642800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Training: Stewards of Children®
DESCRIPTION:What is Stewards of Children ®?\nStewards of Children® is a prevention training that teaches adults how to prevent\, recognize\, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. The program is designed for organizations that serve youth and for individuals concerned about the safety of children. It is the only nationally distributed\, evidence-informed program proven to increase knowledge\, improve attitudes\, and change child protective behaviors.\nImportant Information:\n– There is no need to officially register for this event.\n– No childcare offered on-site.\n– This training is good for 2 contact hours of continuing education for social workers\, nurses and foster parents.\nContact for more information:\nTelsche Overby\ntelscheoverby@gmail.com
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/child-sexual-abuse-prevention-training-stewards-of-children/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210729T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210729T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210609T163802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173850Z
UID:10008037-1627579800-1627587000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Digital Q-Club
DESCRIPTION:Q-Club is a social and educational group open to all LGBTQ+ teens and allies ages 13-18 in Alaska. Meetings offer education around a subject relevant to the lives of queer youth\, such as applying for college to LGBTQ-specific sex ed. Q-Club is also a safe space for queer youth to play games and hang out. \nIdentity facilitates this group as part of our youth programming. \nCome join us for fun and friendship! \nDue to the COVID-19 pandemic\, Q-Club meets online from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. each Thursday until further notice. \nSIGN UP FOR Q-CLUB ACCESS:\nhttps://identityalaska.org/about/support-groups/identity-groups-intake-form/
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/digital-q-club-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210729T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210729T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195935
CREATED:20210720T232206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173730Z
UID:10008231-1627574400-1627578000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Youth 360 2020 Student Survey Results
DESCRIPTION:Youth 360 believes that youth and families thrive in supportive and connected communities and that local residents can benefit from timely and local information about their young people. To provide feedback from local youth\, Youth 360 worked with the Mat-Su Borough School District to survey nearly 1\,000 Mat-Su 6th-11th graders in December 2020.  We will host a Zoom discussion of survey results on Thursday\, July 29th at 4 pm.  We will dive deeper into the results and gather insights and feedback.  Parents\, providers\, and anyone interested in the well-being of Mat-Su youth is welcome. \nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/9629822273 or call 888-788-0099 and enter meeting ID 962 982 2273. \nCan’t make the Zoom call\, or want to schedule an in-person presentation?  Contact Tyler Healy at 373-3613 or director@youth-360.org.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/youth-360-2020-student-survey-results/
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