BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Connect Mat-Su - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Connect Mat-Su X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Connect Mat-Su REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Anchorage BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20250309T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20251102T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20260308T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20261101T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20270314T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20271107T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20280312T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20281105T100000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261107T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261107T130000 DTSTAMP:20261001T000416Z CREATED:20260922T222615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T000416Z UID:10000193-1794052800-1794056400@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Mat-Su Regional Birthing Classes DESCRIPTION:Join a Labor and Delivery Nurse as they take you through the end of your pregnancy\, signs of labor\, what to expect at the hospital\, comfort measures during labor\, the birth process\, and much\, much more! You will be empowered with the knowledge and skills to have a birth experience that will be memorable and rewarding. \nTo register please email: matsubirth.ed@gmail.com \nCost: $80.00 URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mat-su-regional-birthing-classes-4/ LOCATION:Mat-Su Regional Medical Center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261112T124500 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261112T134500 DTSTAMP:20261013T000310Z CREATED:20261013T000310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T000310Z UID:10000291-1794487500-1794491100@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Help Shape the Future of Aging DESCRIPTION:The Alaska Commission on Aging is developing Alaska’s next State Plan\nfor Senior Services\, a once-every-four-years opportunity to shape the\nfuture of aging in our state.\nThrough these listening sessions\, the Commission is committed to\nensuring the voices of older Alaskans help shape the policies and\nprograms that will serve them in years to come.\nFacilitated by Brenda Shelden\nCommissioner\, Alaska Commission on Aging\nExecutive Director\, Mat-Su Council on Aging URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/help-shape-the-future-of-aging-6/ LOCATION:Wasilla Area Senior Center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261116T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261116T110000 DTSTAMP:20261013T000309Z CREATED:20261013T000309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T000309Z UID:10000285-1794823200-1794826800@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Help Shape the Future of Aging DESCRIPTION:The Alaska Commission on Aging is developing Alaska’s next State Plan\nfor Senior Services\, a once-every-four-years opportunity to shape the\nfuture of aging in our state.\nThrough these listening sessions\, the Commission is committed to\nensuring the voices of older Alaskans help shape the policies and\nprograms that will serve them in years to come.\nFacilitated by Brenda Shelden\nCommissioner\, Alaska Commission on Aging\nExecutive Director\, Mat-Su Council on Aging URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/help-shape-the-future-of-aging/ LOCATION:Palmer Depot END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261117T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261117T123000 DTSTAMP:20261013T000309Z CREATED:20261013T000309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T000309Z UID:10000287-1794913200-1794918600@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:ROCK Mat-Su: PACES (Online Only) DESCRIPTION:ROCK Mat-Su will combine both PACES and Raising Resilience training!\nLunch will be provided\nPlease register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988938721256?aff=oddtdtcreator\nPositive and Adverse Childhood Experiences (PACES):\nThis part of the presentation is open to ADULTS interested in learning how to identify and counteract Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) to help 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 trying to be safe!”\nLearn how resilience trumps ACEs!\nParents\, 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 to 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? Contact us: info@rockmatsu.org URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/rock-mat-su-paces-online-only/ LOCATION:777 Crusey St\, Wasilla AK 99654\, 777 Crusey St\, Wasilla AK 99654 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261125T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261125T200000 DTSTAMP:20261001T000405Z CREATED:20260922T222603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T000405Z UID:10000139-1795633200-1795636800@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Fireside Writers Circle DESCRIPTION:Check out our writing club: Fireside Writers Circle! This is a beginner-friendly club meant to encourage writers of any genre.\nWe meet the last Wednesday of the month from 7:00-8:00pm.\nMeetings are limited to 12 spots; if you are interested\, please sign up in the store or give us a call at (907) 745-2665 and we will add your name to the list! URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/fireside-writers-circle-2/ LOCATION:720 S Alaska Street\, Palmer\, AK\, 99645\, 720 S Alaska Street\, Palmer\, AK\, 99645 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261128T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261128T160000 DTSTAMP:20261009T230317Z CREATED:20261009T230317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T230317Z UID:10000284-1795867200-1795881600@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Young Entrepreneur Holiday EXPO DESCRIPTION:Come shop the Young Entrepreneur in grades K-12 URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/young-entrepreneur-holiday-expo/ LOCATION:Everett’s At Mat-Su Resort\, 1850 Bogard Rd.\, Wasilla 99654 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261201T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261201T110000 DTSTAMP:20261013T000310Z CREATED:20261013T000310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T000310Z UID:10000292-1796119200-1796122800@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Training | Raising Resilience (ZOOM ONLY) DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation on raising resilient youth! \nThis will include information from a 2019 Johns Hopkins study on the effects of positive childhood experiences. Despite growing up with adversity\, positive experiences buffer the trauma and promote healing. \nLearn ways to foster healthy growth and development in children that correlate to stronger adult mental health and overall wellness. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82576480185…\nMeeting ID: 825 7648 0185\nPasscode: 288902 \nQuestions? \nPresentation Content Contact:\nboydenmichelle@gmail.com \nR.O.C.K. Mat-Su Contact:\ncandrews@rockmatsu.org URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/training-raising-resilience-zoom-only-3/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261206T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261206T150000 DTSTAMP:20261013T230312Z CREATED:20261013T230312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T230312Z UID:10000310-1796554800-1796569200@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Empty Bowl Fundraiser - Kids Kupboard DESCRIPTION:Breakfast at Tiffany’s\nSunday Dec 6th 11am-3pm\nKnik Landing\nBe a part of one of the first events at the new Knik Landing!\nYour individual ticket includes:\nBloody Mary Bar\, A free handmade pottery bowl\, Live DJ\, Games of Chance\, Silent & Live Auction! \nElegant Brunch Buffet catered by Dal’s New York Grill:\n Omelet Station (made to order)\n Carving Station\n Biscuits and Gravy\n Fresh Pastries\, Seasonal Fruit\, and so much more! URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/empty-bowl-fundraiser-kids-kupboard/ LOCATION:Knik Landing\, Wasilla AK ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.connectmatsu.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Kids-Kupboard-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261212T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261212T130000 DTSTAMP:20261001T000415Z CREATED:20260922T222614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T000415Z UID:10000190-1797076800-1797080400@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Mat-Su Regional Birthing Classes DESCRIPTION:Join a Labor and Delivery Nurse as they take you through the end of your pregnancy\, signs of labor\, what to expect at the hospital\, comfort measures during labor\, the birth process\, and much\, much more! You will be empowered with the knowledge and skills to have a birth experience that will be memorable and rewarding. \nTo register please email: matsubirth.ed@gmail.com \nCost: $80.00 URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mat-su-regional-birthing-classes-3/ LOCATION:Mat-Su Regional Medical Center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261230T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20261230T200000 DTSTAMP:20261001T000407Z CREATED:20260922T222605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T000407Z UID:10000145-1798657200-1798660800@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:Fireside Writers Circle DESCRIPTION:Check out our writing club: Fireside Writers Circle! This is a beginner-friendly club meant to encourage writers of any genre.\nWe meet the last Wednesday of the month from 7:00-8:00pm.\nMeetings are limited to 12 spots; if you are interested\, please sign up in the store or give us a call at (907) 745-2665 and we will add your name to the list! URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/fireside-writers-circle-8/ LOCATION:720 S Alaska Street\, Palmer\, AK\, 99645\, 720 S Alaska Street\, Palmer\, AK\, 99645 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270107T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270107T123000 DTSTAMP:20261013T170322Z CREATED:20261013T170322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T170322Z UID:10000305-1799317800-1799325000@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:AFS - Parenting Classes - Palmer Cohort DESCRIPTION:Day of the Week: Thursdays \nTime: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nParenting Classes are offered in alternating cohorts throughout the year. \nPalmer Cohorts\nAugust 2026 • January 2027 • May 2027\nLocation:\nAlaska Family Services – Administration Building\nAFS Classroom \nOverview\nCollapse\nThe Circle of Security Parenting class is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. It looks beneath behavior to make sense of what your child is really asking you for and creates a map for your child’s emotional world. \nLearning Objectives\nCollapse\nUnderstand your child’s emotional world by learning to read their social and emotional ques\nSupport your child’s ability to successfully manage their emotions\nEnhance the development of your child’s self-esteem and healthy attachment\nHonor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure\nRecognize and manage your own triggers URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/afs-parenting-classes-palmer-cohort-7/ LOCATION:1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645\, 1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270114T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270114T123000 DTSTAMP:20261013T170320Z CREATED:20261013T170320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T170320Z UID:10000298-1799922600-1799929800@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:AFS - Parenting Classes - Palmer Cohort DESCRIPTION:Day of the Week: Thursdays \nTime: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nParenting Classes are offered in alternating cohorts throughout the year. \nPalmer Cohorts\nAugust 2026 • January 2027 • May 2027\nLocation:\nAlaska Family Services – Administration Building\nAFS Classroom \nOverview\nCollapse\nThe Circle of Security Parenting class is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. It looks beneath behavior to make sense of what your child is really asking you for and creates a map for your child’s emotional world. \nLearning Objectives\nCollapse\nUnderstand your child’s emotional world by learning to read their social and emotional ques\nSupport your child’s ability to successfully manage their emotions\nEnhance the development of your child’s self-esteem and healthy attachment\nHonor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure\nRecognize and manage your own triggers URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/afs-parenting-classes-palmer-cohort-3/ LOCATION:1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645\, 1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270121T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270121T123000 DTSTAMP:20261013T170321Z CREATED:20261013T170321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T170321Z UID:10000301-1800527400-1800534600@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:AFS - Parenting Classes - Palmer Cohort DESCRIPTION:Day of the Week: Thursdays \nTime: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nParenting Classes are offered in alternating cohorts throughout the year. \nPalmer Cohorts\nAugust 2026 • January 2027 • May 2027\nLocation:\nAlaska Family Services – Administration Building\nAFS Classroom \nOverview\nCollapse\nThe Circle of Security Parenting class is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. It looks beneath behavior to make sense of what your child is really asking you for and creates a map for your child’s emotional world. \nLearning Objectives\nCollapse\nUnderstand your child’s emotional world by learning to read their social and emotional ques\nSupport your child’s ability to successfully manage their emotions\nEnhance the development of your child’s self-esteem and healthy attachment\nHonor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure\nRecognize and manage your own triggers URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/afs-parenting-classes-palmer-cohort-5/ LOCATION:1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645\, 1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270128T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270128T123000 DTSTAMP:20261013T170320Z CREATED:20261013T170320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T170320Z UID:10000300-1801132200-1801139400@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:AFS - Parenting Classes - Palmer Cohort DESCRIPTION:Day of the Week: Thursdays \nTime: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nParenting Classes are offered in alternating cohorts throughout the year. \nPalmer Cohorts\nAugust 2026 • January 2027 • May 2027\nLocation:\nAlaska Family Services – Administration Building\nAFS Classroom \nOverview\nCollapse\nThe Circle of Security Parenting class is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. It looks beneath behavior to make sense of what your child is really asking you for and creates a map for your child’s emotional world. \nLearning Objectives\nCollapse\nUnderstand your child’s emotional world by learning to read their social and emotional ques\nSupport your child’s ability to successfully manage their emotions\nEnhance the development of your child’s self-esteem and healthy attachment\nHonor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure\nRecognize and manage your own triggers URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/afs-parenting-classes-palmer-cohort-4/ LOCATION:1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645\, 1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270204T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270204T123000 DTSTAMP:20261013T170320Z CREATED:20261013T170320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T170320Z UID:10000297-1801737000-1801744200@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:AFS - Parenting Classes - Palmer Cohort DESCRIPTION:Day of the Week: Thursdays \nTime: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nParenting Classes are offered in alternating cohorts throughout the year. \nPalmer Cohorts\nAugust 2026 • January 2027 • May 2027\nLocation:\nAlaska Family Services – Administration Building\nAFS Classroom \nOverview\nCollapse\nThe Circle of Security Parenting class is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. It looks beneath behavior to make sense of what your child is really asking you for and creates a map for your child’s emotional world. \nLearning Objectives\nCollapse\nUnderstand your child’s emotional world by learning to read their social and emotional ques\nSupport your child’s ability to successfully manage their emotions\nEnhance the development of your child’s self-esteem and healthy attachment\nHonor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure\nRecognize and manage your own triggers URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/afs-parenting-classes-palmer-cohort-2/ LOCATION:1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645\, 1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270211T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270211T123000 DTSTAMP:20261013T170320Z CREATED:20261013T170320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T170320Z UID:10000296-1802341800-1802349000@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:AFS - Parenting Classes - Palmer Cohort DESCRIPTION:Day of the Week: Thursdays \nTime: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nParenting Classes are offered in alternating cohorts throughout the year. \nPalmer Cohorts\nAugust 2026 • January 2027 • May 2027\nLocation:\nAlaska Family Services – Administration Building\nAFS Classroom \nOverview\nCollapse\nThe Circle of Security Parenting class is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. It looks beneath behavior to make sense of what your child is really asking you for and creates a map for your child’s emotional world. \nLearning Objectives\nCollapse\nUnderstand your child’s emotional world by learning to read their social and emotional ques\nSupport your child’s ability to successfully manage their emotions\nEnhance the development of your child’s self-esteem and healthy attachment\nHonor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure\nRecognize and manage your own triggers URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/afs-parenting-classes-palmer-cohort/ LOCATION:1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645\, 1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270218T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270218T123000 DTSTAMP:20261013T170321Z CREATED:20261013T170321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T170321Z UID:10000304-1802946600-1802953800@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:AFS - Parenting Classes - Palmer Cohort DESCRIPTION:Day of the Week: Thursdays \nTime: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nParenting Classes are offered in alternating cohorts throughout the year. \nPalmer Cohorts\nAugust 2026 • January 2027 • May 2027\nLocation:\nAlaska Family Services – Administration Building\nAFS Classroom \nOverview\nCollapse\nThe Circle of Security Parenting class is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. It looks beneath behavior to make sense of what your child is really asking you for and creates a map for your child’s emotional world. \nLearning Objectives\nCollapse\nUnderstand your child’s emotional world by learning to read their social and emotional ques\nSupport your child’s ability to successfully manage their emotions\nEnhance the development of your child’s self-esteem and healthy attachment\nHonor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure\nRecognize and manage your own triggers URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/afs-parenting-classes-palmer-cohort-6/ LOCATION:1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645\, 1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270225T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20270225T123000 DTSTAMP:20261013T180314Z CREATED:20261013T180314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T180314Z UID:10000306-1803551400-1803558600@www.connectmatsu.org SUMMARY:AFS - Parenting Classes - Palmer Cohort DESCRIPTION:Day of the Week: Thursdays \nTime: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nParenting Classes are offered in alternating cohorts throughout the year. \nPalmer Cohorts\nAugust 2026 • January 2027 • May 2027\nLocation:\nAlaska Family Services – Administration Building\nAFS Classroom \nOverview\nCollapse\nThe Circle of Security Parenting class is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. It looks beneath behavior to make sense of what your child is really asking you for and creates a map for your child’s emotional world. \nLearning Objectives\nCollapse\nUnderstand your child’s emotional world by learning to read their social and emotional ques\nSupport your child’s ability to successfully manage their emotions\nEnhance the development of your child’s self-esteem and healthy attachment\nHonor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure\nRecognize and manage your own triggers URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/afs-parenting-classes-palmer-cohort-8/ LOCATION:1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645\, 1825 S. Chugach Street Palmer\, AK 99645 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR