Knik Tribe Family Culture Nights
2024-01-31 17:30 - 19:30, 2024-02-07 17:30 - 19:30, 2024-02-14 17:30 - 19:30, 2024-02-21 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Anchorage)
Please join Knik Tribe for weekly culture nights with food and fun for the whole family!

Knik Tribe Talking Circle- Willow
2024-02-01 12:00 - 14:00, 2024-02-08 12:00 - 14:00, 2024-02-15 12:00 - 14:00, 2024-02-22 12:00 - 14:00
Based on the traditional way of communication, the talking circle provides a space for sharing, healing, and connecting with others.

Financial Aid Resource Fair 2024
2024-02-03 10:00 - 15:00
We hope to see you at the 𝗙𝗨𝗡𝗗 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗙𝗨𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗜𝗗 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗘 𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗥 at Mat-Su College. This event starts at 10 am and ends at 3 pm. It is free to attend and we will be here to help you fill out your FAFSA, learn about scholarships and grants, and show you how you can attend college with free funds!

Families Supporting Change
2024-02-05 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-02-12 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-02-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-02-26 12:00 - 13:00
This free group is for family and friends with a desire to help make a change in the life of a loved one who struggles with substance abuse. Each Monday there is an opportunity to learn evidence-based tools to encourage change, develop positive communication techniques, take care of yourself on this journey, and understand your loved one’s behavior.

Substance Use Drop-in Group 2023
2024-02-07 13:00 - 14:30, 2024-02-14 13:00 - 14:30, 2024-02-21 13:00 - 14:30
Support is available at Benteh Nuutah Four Directions Outpatient Treatment Center. Your recovery journey is unique and so is your treatment. This program assists individuals with discovering and working toward personal goals for a happy, healthy life. If you are attending the group for the first time, please arrive 10-15 minutes early. This group is available to adults 18 and older. You do not need to enroll in this outpatient treatment program to attend.
Every Wednesday 1-2:30 p.m.

Mat-Su Ski for Women
2024-02-11 13:00 - 15:00
Come and be part of the excitement at the Government Peak Recreation Area for the Mat-Su Ski Club’s annual “Ski for Women” event! Since 2014, this vibrant fusion of Nordic skiing and a costume party has attracted individuals of all genders and skiing skill levels. It’s a celebration that embraces everyone, fostering a lively and inclusive community. Be a part of the excitement – you won’t want to miss the fun!
Registration opens at 12:00 pm, with a 4K ski tour kicking off promptly at 1:00 pm.
Let your creativity shine, as costumes are welcome and highly encouraged!
After skiing the course, gather in the Chalet for an indoor potluck. This year, we’re thrilled to revive this cherished tradition, providing a warm respite for attendees. More than just a meal, the potluck offers a unique opportunity to socialize and strengthen community bonds. Join us in reviving the spirit of togetherness.

Open Mic Night
2024-02-14 17:00 - 19:00
Come and read from your work, or something from your favorite author, in a supportive atmosphere. Refreshments will be served. For additional information, please email us at director@brightlightsbookproject.org

I Heart Hockey Tournament
2024-02-15 12:00 - 2024-02-18 12:00
2024 TOURNAMENT INFO
DATES
February 15th-18th
AGE GROUP
8 & Under (8U)
DIVISIONS
Red/White/Blue
VENUE
MTA Events Center, Palmer AK
REGISTRATION
https://tourneymachine.com/E134135
For questions please call 907-250-0476

Presentation | Adverse Childhood Experiences (In Person & Zoom)
2024-02-15 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-02-20 12:00 - 13:00
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.
Registration is not required.
Frequent 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!”
Learn How Resilience Trumps ACEs! Parents, Teachers, and Caregivers can help by:
– Gaining an understanding of ACEs and how they affect children’s social, emotional, and cognitive abilities and their connection to a wide range of health problems throughout a person’s lifespan.
– Creating environments where children feel safe emotionally & physically.
– Helping children identify feelings & manage emotions
– Creating a safe physical & emotional environment at home, in school, and in neighborhoods.
– Share ways to build resilience.
Questions?
Presentation Content Contact: boydenmichelle@gmail.com
Event Details Contact: candrews@rockmatsu.org
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82576480185?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 825 7648 0185
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Virtual Event: Intro to Suicide Prevention in the LGBTQ Community
2024-02-16 12:00 - 13:00
Community-based presentation that covers what we know about this leading cause of death, the most up-to-date research on prevention, and what we can all do to fight suicide. Participants will learn about:
Suicide risk and its unique considerations for LGBTQ people
Recognizing suicide risk factors and warning signs for LGBTQ people
Protective factors that can help lower the suicide rate
The latest research related to LGBTQ suicide prevention
How to seek and offer support for yourself or others
Crisis resources and services for the LGBTQ community
What communities can do to support LGBTQ people
**For virtual presentations, a Zoom link will be send 1-2 days prior to the presentation date.

2024 Mat-Su Polar Plunge
2024-02-17 12:00
Join us for the annual Mat-Su Plunge. Money raised stays local to support the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community in the Valley.
Create a team or jump solo. Raise $100 to jump in the cold water of Finger Lake. Prizes available.

Palmer Community Resource Day 2024
2024-02-21 10:00 - 14:00
Come down to the Palmer Depot and connect with and learn about social service organizations in the Palmer community.
For questions, contact Daybreak @ 907-746-6019 or Connect Palmer @ 907-746-9675

Divided Art 2024
2024-02-21 10:00 - 2024-02-24 17:00
Divided Art ’24 still has room for artists who want to help us out. We provide the canvas (bifold door) and promote you and your work. All mediums are welcome and encouraged, wanna get weird? We support weird.
More info at matsuvalleyrebuild.com
Pieces are due back to the store by February 17 so your door is slowly folding closed!
MVR
Wed-Fri 10-5
Saturday 12-5
12151 East Palmer-Wasilla Highway

Workshop | Braided Stories: Building Equitable Communities for Alaska's Children
2024-02-23 08:30 - 16:30, 2024-02-24 08:30 - 16:30
SPACE IS LIMITED | Registration Required
R.O.C.K. Mat-Su partners created Braided Stories for adult audiences because understanding and addressing historical and intergenerational trauma is critical to achieving the vision of reducing child abuse and increasing family resilience in the Mat-Su.
The partnership sculpted the curriculum to specifically explore the histories, disparities, and strength of racial and ethnic groups in the Mat-Su. Evoking the braided rivers of the Mat-Su, participants intertwine their own stories with local history and voices in order to deepen understanding of the people, place, and lifestyles of the Mat-Su.
Through facilitated dialogue and personal reflection, the workshop creates a safe space to examine awareness of one’s personal identity, to explore the dynamics of power, and to consider possibilities for a healthier future for Mat-Su’s children.
Learn more at braidedstories.com
SPACE IS LIMITED | Registration Required
Register Here: https://www.akhf.org/braided-stories-registration?mc_cid=f57c05d8c6&mc_eid=b9a7fcc8aa&fbclid=IwAR2MhhxcOY-sbzeKhC5bSbsFlRl7hLOhzTJbhaewOjFbQ3P-Ljy1yihSmjI

Winter Discovery Day
2024-02-24 10:00 - 14:00
Join the Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation for a free, family-friendly event designed to connect locals to winter resources on Saturday, Feb. 24 from 10AM-2PM. Free fat-biking, snowshoeing, and cross country skiing demonstrations at various trailheads, activities, Q&A tables and hot chocolate in the Hatcher Pass area.
Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation is sponsoring Winter Discovery Day 2024, coordinated Revel Treks and Tours. The most comprehensive overview of event details can be found on the Revel website.
The following trailheads will have activities at the event: Government Peak Recreation Area, Skeetawk, Gold Mint Trailhead, Independence Mine winter parking area. Daily parking fees apply. Gold Mint and Independence Mine are Alaska State Parks parking areas. Government Peak Recreation Area is a Mat-Su Borough trailhead.
Over 10 businesses and organizations are participating as hosts/vendors for this event. They include:
Government Peak Recreation Area:
Backcountry Bike and Ski – Fat Bike and Hok Ski Demos
Mat-Su Ski Club – Cross country skiing Q&A
Valley Mountain Bikers and Hikers Association – Hot chocolate
Skeetawk/Hatcher Pass Alpine Xperience:
Hatcher Pass Avalanche Center – Avalanche awareness: gear, activities and Q&A
Skeetawk – normal operations: downhill skiing lift passes, rental gear, and snacks available for purchase
Gold Mint Trailhead:
* AKtive Soles – Traction devices, poles, and snacks
* Onward and Upward – Snowshoes and avalanche awareness: gear, activities and Q&A
Independence Mine Winter Trailhead:
* Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation – Information and maps
* Revel Treks and Tours – Snowshoes and sledding demos
* Salmon Berry Travel and Tours – Hot chocolate
* Adventures by True North AK – Snowshoes

Denail Destroyers Last Bout 2024
2024-02-24 18:00 - 20:00
LAST Home Game! FREE EVENT!
Come watch The Denali Destroyers take on Ptarmageddon. Doors open at 6pm. Wheels roll at 7pm. Free event thanks to Country Cutts. Limited seating available, bring your own camp chair for opening seating. Or see about a table by contacting a DDRD Players limited tables available.

Memory Cafe
2024-02-27 13:00 - 14:30
Memory Cafés are an opportunity for people living with dementia and their care partners to engage in much-needed socialization and enjoy the company of others who are on the same journey.
Join our Memory Café for the music, the chance to recharge, and to enjoy each other’s company.
Free to attend for those living with dementia and their care partners, and for those looking to improve brain wellness. Registration required.
