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SUMMARY:Sibshops (Sibling Support)
DESCRIPTION:Sibshops (Sibling Support)\n11:00 am – 12:30 pm\nRecurring Event – Every 4th Saturday of the month. \nSibshops are workshops for children (ages 8-13) who have a brother or sister with special needs to connect with others who get it! \nSibshops will be in person – Masks required* \n(In-person events may be offered virtually if warranted to protect the health and safety of staff and the families we support) \nPlease contact us if you are outside of Anchorage and would like to participate: 907-561-3701 or info@stonesoupgroup.org
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/sibshops-sibling-support-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211225T110000
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UID:10008453-1640430000-1640444400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:30th Annual Christmas Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for this free community event!\nDrive through available.\nWarm friendships\, great food\, great music & Take your pictures with Santa.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/30th-annual-christmas-dinner/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211228T100000
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UID:10008373-1640685600-1640689200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Free Scholarship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Free virtual scholarship information session for Mat-Su residents looking to pursue a degree or training program in the health & human service fields.  \nPlease register at: https://www.healthymatsu.org/news-happenings/healthcareerevents
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-scholarship-information-session-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20211009T002219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173802Z
UID:10008374-1640714400-1640718000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Free Scholarship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Free virtual scholarship information session for Mat-Su residents looking to pursue a degree or training program in the health & human service fields.  \nPlease register at: https://www.healthymatsu.org/news-happenings/healthcareerevents
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-scholarship-information-session-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211231T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211231T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20211211T012207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173857Z
UID:10008455-1640973600-1640984400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Eve Bash
DESCRIPTION:FREE hot dogs\, hamburgers\, ice skating\, bounce houses\, and dodge ball
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/new-years-eve-bash/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211231T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211231T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20211228T232206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173823Z
UID:10008459-1640980800-1640984400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Eve Fireworks
DESCRIPTION:🎉𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿’𝘀 𝗘𝘃𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀🎆\nDate: Friday\, December 31st from 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nLocation: Iditapark ~ 500 W. Nelson Avenue\nPresented by: City of Wasilla – The Administration and Gorilla Fireworks
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/new-years-eve-fireworks-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211231T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211231T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20211230T012205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001425Z
UID:10008461-1640982600-1640984400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:2022 New Year's Eve
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday to ring in the new year!\nMusic from 8:30-12:30\, with a fireworks show at 10! Bring the whole family down for a night of great music and fireworks!\nWe will be opening LATE on Saturday the 1st\, and will be open from 11am-10pm.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2022-new-years-eve/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220105T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220105T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20211201T002206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173732Z
UID:10008448-1641375000-1641380400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Presentation: ACEs & Trauma Sensitive Practices (Online)- CANCELLED
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.\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\ntrying 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 \nZoom Meeting Information\nMeeting ID: 612 709 2270\nPasscode: ROCK\nLINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6127092270?pwd=Zi8vSG01ekNLeHBRSWdtdGxLOEx3dz09\nOne tap mobile: +14086380968\,\,6127092270#\nDial: +1 408 638 0968\nToll-free: 888 788 0099
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/presentation-aces-trauma-sensitive-practices-online-3/
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UID:10008325-1641546000-1641551400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mindful Parenting
DESCRIPTION:There are many benefits to having a mindfulness practice and self-compassion is at the heart of mindfulness. Some of the benefits include increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. This workshop will contain meditations\, cover different topics to enhance mindfulness and self-compassion\, discussions\, and practice exercises. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop to deepen and strengthen the mindfulness practices and to increase self-compassion. \nWhen: Tuesdays\, October 19th – December 7th. \nWhere: Zoom at home or virtually at your local clinic \nPotential Benefits: Increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. \nWhat to Expect: This is an experiential workshop with meditations\, activities\, and discussion. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop. \nWorkshops begin Friday\, January 7th\, and continue every Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM for 8 weeks online via Zoom. \nNew Patients: If you are new to the Sunshine Community Health Center\, you will need to complete new patient paperwork. A person from the clinic will call you to help you with this process or you can go to your local clinic and fill out paperwork. This is an essential part of enrollment. \nCost: Insurance will be billed and there are no co-pays. We do not want finances to be a barrier. For those without insurance\, we offer a sliding fee scale based on income and the number of people in your family. \nSign up online or call Tanya Olson at 376-2273 extension 2661. Participants will be contacted by staff to confirm enrollment and for an intake questionnaire. Insurance is billed as available and there are no co-pays.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mindful-parenting-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220108T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20211230T012206Z
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UID:10008462-1641632400-1641659400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Alaska Sports Car Club Ice Race - Big Lake\, Alaska
DESCRIPTION:The time for Ice Racing is fast approaching! So finish up those last minute upgrades or repairs and get ready.\nThe first race of the season will take place on January 8th\, 2022\, and will occur every other Saturday through the end of March / beginning of April (weather dependent).\nTech inspection will take place the morning of the events. The aim is to begin Tech around 09:30 a.m. and begin racing as quickly as possible.\nEntry Fee\n$60 (Cash or Card)\, Excludes membership & comp licenses\nCompetition Licenses will expire December 31\, 2021. To race for the upcoming season\, you will need to obtain a new Competition License at the following link:\nhttps://aksportscarclub.org/competition-license
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/alaska-sports-car-club-ice-race-big-lake-alaska/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20211230T012204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173825Z
UID:10008460-1641657600-1641661200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Outskating Hunger
DESCRIPTION:Charity exhibition match between “Current Palmer Moose” and “Future Palmer Moose” to benefit so many amazing individuals and organizations doing so much great work!!! Join us for what will certainly be an exciting event giving the Valley Thunder 10U kiddos an opportunity to play against some of the very same players they’re aspiring to be in just a few short years!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/outskating-hunger/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20211118T192208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T215202Z
UID:10008438-1641891600-1642078800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:2022 Virtual Mat-Su Reentry Summit
DESCRIPTION:2022 Virtual Mat-Su Reentry Summit \nJanuary 11-13th\, 2022  \nEvent Times: 9 am to 1 pm each day  \nThis annual 3-day virtual reentry summit is geared toward professionals who serve reentrants. The emphasis of this year’s summit is on the utilization of connected resources from different community service providers in order to enhance the successful reentry of returning citizens and achieve recidivism\nreduction.  \nThis year’s summit will feature compelling national and state-wide keynote speakers and informative breakout sessions. \nFor More Information Contact Bridget McCleskey at\nconfcoor@gmail.com
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2022-virtual-mat-su-reentry-summit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220111T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20211009T002213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173803Z
UID:10008365-1641895200-1641898800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Free Scholarship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Free virtual scholarship information session for Mat-Su residents looking to pursue a degree or training program in the health & human service fields.  \nPlease register at: https://www.healthymatsu.org/news-happenings/healthcareerevents
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-scholarship-information-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220111T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20211009T002216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173803Z
UID:10008367-1641924000-1641927600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Free Scholarship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Free virtual scholarship information session for Mat-Su residents looking to pursue a degree or training program in the health & human service fields.  \nPlease register at: https://www.healthymatsu.org/news-happenings/healthcareerevents
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-scholarship-information-session-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220112T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220112T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20211201T002205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173732Z
UID:10008447-1641983400-1641987000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Raising Resilience
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 correlates to stronger adult mental health and overall wellness.  \nZoom Meeting Information\nMeeting ID: 612 709 2270\nPasscode: ROCK\nLINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6127092270?pwd=Zi8vSG01ekNLeHBRSWdtdGxLOEx3dz09 \nOne tap mobile: +14086380968\,\,6127092270#\nDial: +1 408 638 0968\nToll-free: 888 788 0099 \nQuestions?\nPresentation Content Contact: michelle.boyden@matsuk12.us\nR.O.C.K. Mat-Su Contact: lprunella@rockmatsu.org
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/raising-resilience-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220114T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20210825T022204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T175301Z
UID:10008321-1642150800-1642156200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mindful Parenting
DESCRIPTION:There are many benefits to having a mindfulness practice and self-compassion is at the heart of mindfulness. Some of the benefits include increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. This workshop will contain meditations\, cover different topics to enhance mindfulness and self-compassion\, discussions\, and practice exercises. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop to deepen and strengthen the mindfulness practices and to increase self-compassion. \nWhen: Tuesdays\, October 19th – December 7th. \nWhere: Zoom at home or virtually at your local clinic \nPotential Benefits: Increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. \nWhat to Expect: This is an experiential workshop with meditations\, activities\, and discussion. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop. \nWorkshops begin Friday\, January 7th\, and continue every Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM for 8 weeks online via Zoom. \nNew Patients: If you are new to the Sunshine Community Health Center\, you will need to complete new patient paperwork. A person from the clinic will call you to help you with this process or you can go to your local clinic and fill out paperwork. This is an essential part of enrollment. \nCost: Insurance will be billed and there are no co-pays. We do not want finances to be a barrier. For those without insurance\, we offer a sliding fee scale based on income and the number of people in your family. \nSign up online or call Tanya Olson at 376-2273 extension 2661. Participants will be contacted by staff to confirm enrollment and for an intake questionnaire. Insurance is billed as available and there are no co-pays.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mindful-parenting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20220105T212209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173856Z
UID:10008463-1642420800-1642435200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:2022 MLK Free Legal Assistance Day
DESCRIPTION:What:\nMLK Free Legal Assistance Day \nWhen:\nMonday\, January 17\, 2022 – Noon to 4 pm \nHow:\nLow to moderate-income Alaskans can register online for an appointment to be connected with an attorney who can confidentially answer questions about any civil legal issue. \nRegister online until January 14th at bit.ly/akmlkday \nAbout the event:\nOn January 17th\, between noon and 4 pm\, the Alaska Bar Association\, Alaska Court System\, and Alaska Legal Services Corporation will host their thirteenth annual MLK Day free legal services event. \nFree legal services will be available to any low-income Alaskan in need of legal counsel for all civil issues like family law\, landlord/tenant\, public benefits\, employment law\, probate\, or estate planning issues. \nSince the inception of the event\, more than 4\,100 Alaskans through the effort of 1\,525 volunteer lawyers who have donated 7\,000 volunteer hours totaling nearly $1 million worth of free legal services. \nNormally\, participants would meet in select locations across the state\, but the pandemic has shifted the event to a virtual platform. The virtual event will be staffed by 32 volunteer attorneys\, and support will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis.  \nIn addition to the one-day event\, this year Alaskans have access to a virtual legal clinic – alaska.freelegalanswers.org. The virtual clinic is hosted by the Alaska Bar Association and is an ongoing free and confidential service that allows Alaskans of modest means to receive answers to civil (non-criminal) legal questions\, at no cost\, from licensed Alaska lawyers. \nVirtual Clinic Info:\nIn addition to the one-day event\, this year Alaskans have access to a virtual legal clinic – alaska.freelegalanswers.org. The virtual clinic is hosted by the Alaska Bar Association and is an ongoing free and confidential service that allows Alaskans of modest means to receive answers to civil (non-criminal) legal questions\, at no cost\, from licensed Alaska lawyers.\nDirections for Virtual Clinic\n1. Go to Alaska.FreeLegalAnswers.org and answer a few questions to be sure you qualify for assistance.\n2. Ask your non-criminal legal question via the website.\n3. A volunteer lawyer will review your question.\n4. You get an email letting you know when an answer has been provided. Log in to your account to view the answer.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2022-mlk-free-legal-assistance-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220117T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20220112T202212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173854Z
UID:10008466-1642424400-1642429800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:What are the Medicaid Waiver and Senior In-Home Programs?
DESCRIPTION:Whether we are caring for a loved one or planning for ourselves\, being informed and prepared is always a positive step. Join Liz Smith\, Care Coordination Resource of Alaska’s Anchorage Supervisor\, and learn about the Medicaid Waiver and Senior In-Home programs. These programs may assist your family today or in the future. \nFree to attend! Registration required. Share with friends and family.  \nPlease register at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtdeyppz0tG9PTHAuKhA5OIxP0XKSV01zl \n𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲\n𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁: Ann Farris\,\nafarris@alzalaska.org or 907-561-3313
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/what-are-the-medicaid-waiver-and-senior-in-home-programs/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20220112T202209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173854Z
UID:10008464-1642507200-1642510800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Person-Centered Care
DESCRIPTION:The rubber meets the road in person-centered care in our everyday\, moment-by-moment interactions with people living with dementia. \nWe will discuss interactions with people living with dementia that can lead to an increase in their well-being\, as well as those actions that can undermine it. \nFree to attend! Registration required.  \nPlease register at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvcu2vrTgjE9zrlXiJYH3MKd1m8KXvx5Ov \n𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻\n𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁: Amber Smith\,\nasmith@alzalaska.org or 907-586-6044
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/person-centered-care/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220121T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20210825T022206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T175301Z
UID:10008322-1642755600-1642761000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mindful Parenting
DESCRIPTION:There are many benefits to having a mindfulness practice and self-compassion is at the heart of mindfulness. Some of the benefits include increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. This workshop will contain meditations\, cover different topics to enhance mindfulness and self-compassion\, discussions\, and practice exercises. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop to deepen and strengthen the mindfulness practices and to increase self-compassion. \nWhen: Tuesdays\, October 19th – December 7th. \nWhere: Zoom at home or virtually at your local clinic \nPotential Benefits: Increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. \nWhat to Expect: This is an experiential workshop with meditations\, activities\, and discussion. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop. \nWorkshops begin Friday\, January 7th\, and continue every Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM for 8 weeks online via Zoom. \nNew Patients: If you are new to the Sunshine Community Health Center\, you will need to complete new patient paperwork. A person from the clinic will call you to help you with this process or you can go to your local clinic and fill out paperwork. This is an essential part of enrollment. \nCost: Insurance will be billed and there are no co-pays. We do not want finances to be a barrier. For those without insurance\, we offer a sliding fee scale based on income and the number of people in your family. \nSign up online or call Tanya Olson at 376-2273 extension 2661. Participants will be contacted by staff to confirm enrollment and for an intake questionnaire. Insurance is billed as available and there are no co-pays.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mindful-parenting-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220121T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20220112T202213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173854Z
UID:10008467-1642770000-1642775400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:“Normal” Aging vs “Not-Normal” Aging
DESCRIPTION:This Positive Approach to Care™ workshop helps care partners understand and recognize the differences between “normal” and “not-normal” aging\, and addresses typical issues that occur throughout the progression of dementia. Learn the value of matching helping behaviors to the person’s needs and retained abilities\, and to promote a sense of control and self-direction. \nFree to attend! Registration required.  \nPlease register at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUodO2tqTksH9b4xcZXlbxwLWSTgAbVeDzj \n𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻\n𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁: Amber Smith\,\nasmith@alzalaska.org or 907-586-6044
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/normal-aging-vs-not-normal-aging/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220122T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220122T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20220121T212218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173900Z
UID:10008481-1642867200-1642885200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:The Ice Maze
DESCRIPTION:ADMISSION\nTICKET TYPE	PRICE	BUY\nAdults ( 12+) *	$15	Buy Tix\nYouth ( 3 – 11)	$10	Buy Tix\nChildren 2 and under	FREE	FREE\n*A 10% discount is available to seniors ages 65+\, as well as active and veteran members of the military and their families.\nA 10% discount is offered to guests who also purchase tickets to the Fair’s drive-through holiday light display\, Bright Up the Night\, or to The Christmas Factory in December. \nDisclaimer: In the unlikely event The Ice Maze closes due to severe weather conditions please check The Ice Maze Facebook page for updates\n https://www.facebook.com/theicemaze/ \nPlease dress for cold weather. \nROUTE MAP:\nGuest will enter on the South end of the fairgrounds and enter through Green Gate.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/the-ice-maze-13/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220123T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220123T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20220121T212220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173900Z
UID:10008487-1642953600-1642971600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:The Ice Maze
DESCRIPTION:ADMISSION\nTICKET TYPE	PRICE	BUY\nAdults ( 12+) *	$15	Buy Tix\nYouth ( 3 – 11)	$10	Buy Tix\nChildren 2 and under	FREE	FREE\n*A 10% discount is available to seniors ages 65+\, as well as active and veteran members of the military and their families.\nA 10% discount is offered to guests who also purchase tickets to the Fair’s drive-through holiday light display\, Bright Up the Night\, or to The Christmas Factory in December. \nDisclaimer: In the unlikely event The Ice Maze closes due to severe weather conditions please check The Ice Maze Facebook page for updates\n https://www.facebook.com/theicemaze/ \nPlease dress for cold weather. \nROUTE MAP:\nGuest will enter on the South end of the fairgrounds and enter through Green Gate.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/the-ice-maze-19/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220125T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20211009T002220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173802Z
UID:10008378-1643104800-1643108400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Free Scholarship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Free virtual scholarship information session for Mat-Su residents looking to pursue a degree or training program in the health & human service fields.  \nPlease register at: https://www.healthymatsu.org/news-happenings/healthcareerevents
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-scholarship-information-session-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220125T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20220112T202210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173854Z
UID:10008465-1643115600-1643121000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Vascular Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Vascular dementia is widely considered the second most common cause of dementia after Alzheimer’s disease. This class will focus on the common symptoms\, diagnosis\, causes\, and risk factors associated with vascular dementia. \nJoin us to learn ways to help reduce your risk for this type of dementia and how to support a person with vascular dementia. \nFree to attend! Registration required. Share with friends and family.  \nPlease register at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkceGhrzwoHNXTNXbHzzu4vR5eUIfFL0mV \n𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲\n𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁: Janice Downing\,\njdowning@alzalaska.org or 907-746-3413
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/vascular-dementia/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220125T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20211009T002220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173802Z
UID:10008380-1643133600-1643137200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Free Scholarship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Free virtual scholarship information session for Mat-Su residents looking to pursue a degree or training program in the health & human service fields.  \nPlease register at: https://www.healthymatsu.org/news-happenings/healthcareerevents
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-scholarship-information-session-16/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220126T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220126T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20220121T212217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173900Z
UID:10008473-1643212800-1643230800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:The Ice Maze
DESCRIPTION:ADMISSION\nTICKET TYPE	PRICE	BUY\nAdults ( 12+) *	$15	Buy Tix\nYouth ( 3 – 11)	$10	Buy Tix\nChildren 2 and under	FREE	FREE\n*A 10% discount is available to seniors ages 65+\, as well as active and veteran members of the military and their families.\nA 10% discount is offered to guests who also purchase tickets to the Fair’s drive-through holiday light display\, Bright Up the Night\, or to The Christmas Factory in December. \nDisclaimer: In the unlikely event The Ice Maze closes due to severe weather conditions please check The Ice Maze Facebook page for updates\n https://www.facebook.com/theicemaze/ \nPlease dress for cold weather. \nROUTE MAP:\nGuest will enter on the South end of the fairgrounds and enter through Green Gate.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/the-ice-maze-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220127T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220127T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20220121T212219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173900Z
UID:10008485-1643299200-1643317200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:The Ice Maze
DESCRIPTION:ADMISSION\nTICKET TYPE	PRICE	BUY\nAdults ( 12+) *	$15	Buy Tix\nYouth ( 3 – 11)	$10	Buy Tix\nChildren 2 and under	FREE	FREE\n*A 10% discount is available to seniors ages 65+\, as well as active and veteran members of the military and their families.\nA 10% discount is offered to guests who also purchase tickets to the Fair’s drive-through holiday light display\, Bright Up the Night\, or to The Christmas Factory in December. \nDisclaimer: In the unlikely event The Ice Maze closes due to severe weather conditions please check The Ice Maze Facebook page for updates\n https://www.facebook.com/theicemaze/ \nPlease dress for cold weather. \nROUTE MAP:\nGuest will enter on the South end of the fairgrounds and enter through Green Gate.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/the-ice-maze-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220128T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20210825T022210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T175302Z
UID:10008327-1643360400-1643365800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mindful Parenting
DESCRIPTION:There are many benefits to having a mindfulness practice and self-compassion is at the heart of mindfulness. Some of the benefits include increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. This workshop will contain meditations\, cover different topics to enhance mindfulness and self-compassion\, discussions\, and practice exercises. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop to deepen and strengthen the mindfulness practices and to increase self-compassion. \nWhen: Tuesdays\, October 19th – December 7th. \nWhere: Zoom at home or virtually at your local clinic \nPotential Benefits: Increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. \nWhat to Expect: This is an experiential workshop with meditations\, activities\, and discussion. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop. \nWorkshops begin Friday\, January 7th\, and continue every Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM for 8 weeks online via Zoom. \nNew Patients: If you are new to the Sunshine Community Health Center\, you will need to complete new patient paperwork. A person from the clinic will call you to help you with this process or you can go to your local clinic and fill out paperwork. This is an essential part of enrollment. \nCost: Insurance will be billed and there are no co-pays. We do not want finances to be a barrier. For those without insurance\, we offer a sliding fee scale based on income and the number of people in your family. \nSign up online or call Tanya Olson at 376-2273 extension 2661. Participants will be contacted by staff to confirm enrollment and for an intake questionnaire. Insurance is billed as available and there are no co-pays.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mindful-parenting-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220128T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20220128T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213147
CREATED:20220121T212216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173900Z
UID:10008469-1643385600-1643403600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:The Ice Maze
DESCRIPTION:ADMISSION\nTICKET TYPE	PRICE	BUY\nAdults ( 12+) *	$15	Buy Tix\nYouth ( 3 – 11)	$10	Buy Tix\nChildren 2 and under	FREE	FREE\n*A 10% discount is available to seniors ages 65+\, as well as active and veteran members of the military and their families.\nA 10% discount is offered to guests who also purchase tickets to the Fair’s drive-through holiday light display\, Bright Up the Night\, or to The Christmas Factory in December. \nDisclaimer: In the unlikely event The Ice Maze closes due to severe weather conditions please check The Ice Maze Facebook page for updates\n https://www.facebook.com/theicemaze/ \nPlease dress for cold weather. \nROUTE MAP:\nGuest will enter on the South end of the fairgrounds and enter through Green Gate.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/the-ice-maze/
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