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SUMMARY:Sibshops (Sibling Support)
DESCRIPTION:Sibshops are workshops for children (ages 8-13) who have a brother or sister with special needs to connect with others who get it!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/sibshops-sibling-support-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210327T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210327T160000
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SUMMARY:GRAB-N-GO Wheat Grass Easter Basket
DESCRIPTION:Strawberry Hanging Basket (Cost $20) Drop by Ken’s Garden Center and pick up your Strawberry Hanging Basket Kit for this on-line video tutorial class.\nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/423089808763143/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_top_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%7D\nhttps://www.kensgardencenter.com/product-page/march-classes-1
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/grab-n-go-wheat-grass-easter-basket/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210327T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210327T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210316T222212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173733Z
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SUMMARY:Online Training Innovations in Family Contact Best Practices for FOSTER PARENTS
DESCRIPTION:Mat-Su Foster Parents are invited to be an innovator of family contact in child welfare!\nTotal Training Hours: 18 Hours (over 5 weeks)\nDates & Times (AKST):\nSat\, Mar 27\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nSat\, April 10\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nWeds\, April 21\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nWeds\, April 28\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM \nCurrent Foster Parents will be offered a stipend for their time + an additional amount is available for child care if needed. \nPre-Registration REQUIRED: http://dughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx… \nFamily contact is vitally important to successfully reunifying children with their families. Attend the FREE Best Practices in Family Contact virtual training. This interactive and thought-provoking learning experience will bring together Mat-Su Valley professionals\, foster parents\, and family time supporters ready to discover how to apply best practices that give families the best chance of:\n– maintaining parent/child attachment\n– building positive future connections\n– successful family reunification \nLearn how you can safely support and increase family contact for children. The virtual training includes a two-hour online training that will be done prior to the first day of virtual training\, which will set the foundation for learning. Two sessions will be dedicated to your unique role as a foster parent\, followed by two sessions of interacting with other professionals who support quality family contact. You will receive certification of completion for 18 total training hours. \nDon’t forget to register!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/online-training-innovations-in-family-contact-best-practices-for-foster-parents-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210327T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210327T090000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210309T192217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173812Z
UID:10007711-1616832000-1616835600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weight Watchers
DESCRIPTION:Cost: See Weight Watchers website for meeting fees \nFor More Information: Visit our website. \nPresented by: Wasilla Area Seniors Inc.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weight-watchers-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210327T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210327T090000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210227T092207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T185537Z
UID:10007677-1616832000-1616835600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Grab + Go Strawberry Hanging Basket
DESCRIPTION:Strawberry Hanging Basket (Cost $20) Drop by Ken’s Garden Center and pick up your Strawberry Hanging Basket Kit for this on-line video tutorial class. \nhttps://www.kensgardencenter.com/product-page/march-classes-1
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/grab-go-strawberry-hanging-basket/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210326T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210326T153000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20211019T210137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T185539Z
UID:10008421-1616770800-1616772600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Enchanted Alaska's Virtual Spring Celebration with Susitna\, Rapunzel\, Racer Girl
DESCRIPTION:Susitna the Arctic Mermaid\, Rapunzel\, the Racer Girl\, and Sleeping Beauty are leading a Spring Celebration on Zoom Friday\, March 26th! There will be a story\, a bunny craft\, games\, and dancing! \nEnjoy the party with your whole family from the comfort of your own home. Make sure they dress in their favorite Spring or Easter outfit to show the princesses! \nThe party will last about 45 minutes – long enough to dazzle the little ones without losing their attention/participation. \nThe Spring Celebration will take place via Zoom. You must have a computer or internet-enabled device\, and you must be able to access Zoom to attend the event. \nTickets are $15 per person\, which includes the craft kit and postage. \nBuy your ticket here: https://checkout.square.site/buy/NPY2KP5CBOSLK4PPYFAC3WC4
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/enchanted-alaskas-virtual-spring-celebration-with-susitna-rapunzel-racer-girl/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210326T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210316T222212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173733Z
UID:10007749-1616756400-1616760000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Online Training Innovations in Family Contact Best Practices for PROFESSIONALS
DESCRIPTION:Event by ROCK Mat-Su \nTickets\ndughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx \nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook \nMat-Su Professionals are invited to be an innovator of family contact in child welfare! \nTotal Training Hours: 32 Hours (over 6 weeks) \nDates & Times (AKST):\nWeds\, Mar 24\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, Mar 26\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds\, Mar 31\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 2\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 7\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 9\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 14\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 16\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 21\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 23\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 28\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 30\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM \nPre-Registration REQUIRED: http://dughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx…\nFamily contact is vitally important to successfully reunifying children with their families. Attend the FREE Best Practices in Family Contact virtual training. This interactive and thought-provoking learning experience will bring together Mat-Su Valley professionals\, foster parents\, and family time supporters ready to discover how to apply best practices that give families the best chance of:\n– maintaining parent/child attachment\n– building positive future connections\n– successful family reunification \nLearn how to engage community members and kin in safely supporting and increasing family contact for children. The virtual training includes a two-hour online training that will be done prior to the first day of virtual training\, which will set the foundation for learning. You will receive certification of completion for 32 total training hours. \nDon’t forget to register!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/online-training-innovations-in-family-contact-best-practices-for-professionals-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210326T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210326T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210309T192216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173812Z
UID:10007701-1616751000-1616754600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weight Watchers
DESCRIPTION:Cost: See Weight Watchers website for meeting fees \nFor More Information: Visit our website. \nPresented by: Wasilla Area Seniors Inc.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weight-watchers-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210325T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210309T212215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173835Z
UID:10007727-1616695200-1616698800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Big Lake Yoga Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:BIG LAKE YOGA THURSDAYS \nDate and Time: Every Thursday\, 6 pm – 7 pm \nCity: Big Lake\nLocation: Big Lake Lions Rec Center\nAddress: 2939 Lions Court\, Big Lake\, \nDetails\nBring your own mat. \nCost\nSuggested donation of $10 per class \nFor More Information\nPresented by: Anita Hartman\nPhone: Contact instructor Anita Hartman at 907-227-0640
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/big-lake-yoga-thursdays-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210316T222211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173733Z
UID:10007742-1616572800-1616587200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Online Training Innovations in Family Contact Best Practices for PROFESSIONALS
DESCRIPTION:Event by ROCK Mat-Su \nTickets\ndughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx \nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook \nMat-Su Professionals are invited to be an innovator of family contact in child welfare! \nTotal Training Hours: 32 Hours (over 6 weeks) \nDates & Times (AKST):\nWeds\, Mar 24\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, Mar 26\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds\, Mar 31\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 2\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 7\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 9\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 14\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 16\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 21\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 23\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM\nWeds April 28\, 2021 | 9:00 – 1:00 PM\nFri\, April 30\, 2021 | 10:00 -11:00 AM \nPre-Registration REQUIRED: http://dughost.imodules.com/s/1150/community/index.aspx…\nFamily contact is vitally important to successfully reunifying children with their families. Attend the FREE Best Practices in Family Contact virtual training. This interactive and thought-provoking learning experience will bring together Mat-Su Valley professionals\, foster parents\, and family time supporters ready to discover how to apply best practices that give families the best chance of:\n– maintaining parent/child attachment\n– building positive future connections\n– successful family reunification \nLearn how to engage community members and kin in safely supporting and increasing family contact for children. The virtual training includes a two-hour online training that will be done prior to the first day of virtual training\, which will set the foundation for learning. You will receive certification of completion for 32 total training hours. \nDon’t forget to register!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/online-training-innovations-in-family-contact-best-practices-for-professionals/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210323T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210323T183000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210309T192211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173812Z
UID:10007696-1616520600-1616524200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weight Watchers
DESCRIPTION:Cost: See Weight Watchers website for meeting fees \nFor More Information: Visit our website. \nPresented by: Wasilla Area Seniors Inc.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weight-watchers-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210323T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210323T153000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20211019T210137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T185539Z
UID:10008420-1616511600-1616513400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Live Storytime with Enchanted Alaska's Snow Sister!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive Live Storytime on our Facebook page Tuesdays at 4pm! \nThe character will say hello to all the kids on the hello list (see below for sign-up information!)\, then she will read a story\, followed by a brief Q&A/Hello period where they will interact with young viewers via the Facebook comments on the live feed.\nViewing is free! \nSet some time aside on Tuesdays at 4pm to snuggle up with your little ones and enjoy a Live Storytime\, with a new character reading each week! \nSign up for the Hello List here: https://forms.gle/bAstWbe5uh6Dqrxp6
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/live-storytime-with-enchanted-alaskas-snow-sister/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210323T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210310T192202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001357Z
UID:10007733-1616504400-1616511600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Divorce and Custody Clinic
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Alaska Legal Services Corporation and Alaska Family Services\, Connect Mat-Su is hosting free virtual legal clinics on divorce and custody on February 23rd and March 23rd. If you are interested in signing up\, please call 907-746-6213. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/245264640459385
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/divorce-and-custody-clinic/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210322T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210326T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210227T092211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173729Z
UID:10007680-1616422500-1616781600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Youth 360 Afterschool Clubs
DESCRIPTION:Locations: Houston Jr./Sr. High and Wasilla High School \nFREE After-School Programs for middle and high school students in Houston and Wasilla.  Transportation and food available.  Located on school grounds at Wasilla High School and Houston Jr./Sr. High.  Open every school day from 2:15-6:00 pm.  Students can attend before/after other school events or activities and access Youth 360 busing for a ride home. \nCall 373-3613 for more information.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/youth-360-afterschool-clubs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210320T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210227T092209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T185538Z
UID:10007679-1616238000-1616259600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Rock the 80s Customer Appreciation Event
DESCRIPTION:What better way to celebrate our customers than with a themed party? We’re BRINGING BACK THE 80’s complete with togas\, throwback flicks\, food trucks\, & a Key Drawing at 2pm.\nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1597407530454904/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_top_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%7D
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/rock-the-80s-customer-appreciation-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210320T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210320T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210311T022206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T185539Z
UID:10007734-1616238000-1616243400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Skate the Lake
DESCRIPTION:Community Skating Party. Bring your skates\, hot cocoa and cookies will be provided!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/skate-the-lake/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210320T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210320T090000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210309T192210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173812Z
UID:10007695-1616227200-1616230800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weight Watchers
DESCRIPTION:Cost: See Weight Watchers website for meeting fees \nFor More Information: Visit our website. \nPresented by: Wasilla Area Seniors Inc.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weight-watchers/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210319T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210319T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210311T032204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T211340Z
UID:10007735-1616162400-1616166000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Chicken Nutrition Class
DESCRIPTION:You are what you eat! We break down the things that go into our chicken feed before comparing the pricing of feeding raw ingredients vs a complete diet. \nCOST: $5 \nThis class will be hosted virtually on zoom. Once you register\, you will receive an email with the zoom meeting invite. If you cannot attend the class\, we will be recording the class for customers to watch at a later time. You will still need to register\, and we will sent you a link to the video after the class.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/chicken-nutrition-class/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210319T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210319T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210309T192217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173811Z
UID:10007708-1616146200-1616149800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weight Watchers
DESCRIPTION:Cost: See Weight Watchers website for meeting fees \nFor More Information: Visit our website. \nPresented by: Wasilla Area Seniors Inc.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weight-watchers-14/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210318T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210309T212212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173835Z
UID:10007724-1616090400-1616094000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Big Lake Yoga Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:BIG LAKE YOGA THURSDAYS \nDate and Time: Every Thursday\, 6 pm – 7 pm \nCity: Big Lake\nLocation: Big Lake Lions Rec Center\nAddress: 2939 Lions Court\, Big Lake\, \nDetails\nBring your own mat. \nCost\nSuggested donation of $10 per class \nFor More Information\nPresented by: Anita Hartman\nPhone: Contact instructor Anita Hartman at 907-227-0640
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/big-lake-yoga-thursdays-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210318T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210318T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210227T092214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173841Z
UID:10007685-1616086800-1616090400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mat-Su Foster & Adoption Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Come meet other parents to discuss challenges\, share ideas\, resources\, and support each other while we do the very hard work of supporting kiddos during this strange and difficult time – Click on the flyer for a downloadable PDF! Please call or email for ZOOM meeting link or phone number: acrf@nwresource.org 1-800-478-7307 or 907-479-7307
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mat-su-foster-adoption-parent-support-group/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210318T133000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210316T222211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173732Z
UID:10007744-1616068800-1616074200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Online Presentation: ACEs & Trauma Sensitive
DESCRIPTION:Event by ROCK Mat-Su and Mat-Su Health Foundation\nhttps://zoom.us/join \nPrice: Free · Duration: 1 hr 30 min \nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook \nThis FREE workshop is open to ADULTS who are interested in learning how to identify and counteract Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) to develop resilient kids. \nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/join\nMeeting ID: 963 0471 4448\nPassword: ROCK\nPasscode: 872449\nOne tap mobile\n+13462487799\,\,96304714448#\,\,\,\,*872449# US (Houston)\n+16699006833\,\,96304714448#\,\,\,\,*872449# US (San Jose) \nDial In:\nDial by your location\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 929 205 6099 US (New York)\n+1 301 715 8592 US (D.C) \nFind your local number: https://matsuk12-us.zoom.us/u/keu7gtx0re \nJoin by Skype for Business\nhttps://matsuk12-us.zoom.us/skype/96304714448 \nFrequent or prolonged exposure to stress can create toxic stress which can damage the developing brain of a child and overall health. A Survival Mode Response to toxic stress increases a child’s heart rate\, blood pressure\, breathing and muscle tension. Their thinking brain is knocked offline. Self-protection is their priority. In other words: “I can’t hear you! I can’t respond to you! I am just trying to be safe!” \nLearn How Resilience Trumps ACEs! Parents\, Teachers and Caregivers can help by:\n– Gaining an understanding of ACEs and how they affect children’s social\, emotional\, and cognitive abilities and their connection a wide range of health problems throughout a person’s lifespan.\n– Creating environments where children feel safe emotionally & physically.\n– Helping children identify feelings & manage emotions\n– Creating a safe physical & emotional environment at home\, in school\, and in neighborhoods.\n– Share ways to build resilience. \nQuestions? \nPresentation Content Contact: Michelle.Boyden@matsuk12.us \nEvent Details Contact: candrews@rockmatsu.org
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/online-presentation-aces-trauma-sensitive-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210317T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210317T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210227T092215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173840Z
UID:10007686-1615998600-1616004000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Building Strong Parents
DESCRIPTION:A support group for Alaskan families who care for children with special needs. Share your ideas and stories in a neutral setting. \nAvailable through distance delivery via ZOOM webinar. \nNo computer? No worries\, you can still join us via phone!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/building-strong-parents-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210316T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210316T183000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210309T192216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173812Z
UID:10007705-1615915800-1615919400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weight Watchers
DESCRIPTION:Cost: See Weight Watchers website for meeting fees \nFor More Information: Visit our website. \nPresented by: Wasilla Area Seniors Inc.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weight-watchers-11/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210316T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210316T153000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20211019T210137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T185539Z
UID:10008422-1615906800-1615908600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Live Storytime with Alaska Mermaid Kuusaruk the Narwhal Queen
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive Live Storytime on our Facebook page Tuesdays at 4pm! \nThe character will say hello to all the kids on the hello list (see below for sign-up information!)\, then she will read a story\, followed by a brief Q&A/Hello period where they will interact with young viewers via the Facebook comments on the live feed.\nViewing is free! \nSet some time aside on Tuesdays at 4pm to snuggle up with your little ones and enjoy a Live Storytime\, with a new character reading each week! \nSign up for the Hello List here: https://forms.gle/bAstWbe5uh6Dqrxp6
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/live-storytime-with-alaska-mermaid-kuusaruk-the-narwhal-queen/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210313T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210313T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20211019T210117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T185539Z
UID:10008395-1615636800-1615647600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:FREE Virtual Prenatal Plant Medicine Making Class
DESCRIPTION:The Alaska Native Birthworkers Community is hosting a FREE prenatal plant making class on Saturday\, March 13 from 1-4PM over zoom with special guest instructors Rhonda Lee Grantham and Margaret David. Rhonda Lee Grantham is the Center for Indigenous Midwifery founder\, Midwife and Herbalist. Margaret David is an Alaska Native Birthworkers Community co-founder and midwife at the Alaska Native Medical Center.\nThis plant medicine making class is for Alaska Native/Indigenous families that are currently expecting. Rhonda and Margaret will teach the class how to make herbal iron syrup and nutritional infusion drink which is meant to be used during pregnancy. Everything needed\, except the stove top and pot\, will be mailed out in a kit.\n🌿 Please register to participate in the live class by filling out the needed registration form: https://forms.gle/Mhc1SXPKoXxewtny5\nThe registration deadline is February 20th to ensure that kits will have enough time to be mailed out and received by participants by the class date (March 13). A zoom link to participate will be sent to registrants following registration acceptance.\nFor any questions or comments\, feel free to email nativebirthworker@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-virtual-prenatal-plant-medicine-making-class/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210313T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210227T092209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T185537Z
UID:10007678-1615629600-1615636800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Little Leprechaun Class
DESCRIPTION:Kids Little Leprechauns Class (Cost $25) Bring the kids to our Little Leprechaun Class. They will plant their own Lucky Shamrocks to take home and watch them grow. Kids can show up anytime between 11:00am and 1:00pm for this activity. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2791324821082235/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_top_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%7D
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/little-leprechaun-class/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210313T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210313T090000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210309T192217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173811Z
UID:10007707-1615622400-1615626000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weight Watchers
DESCRIPTION:Cost: See Weight Watchers website for meeting fees \nFor More Information: Visit our website. \nPresented by: Wasilla Area Seniors Inc.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weight-watchers-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210312T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210312T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20211019T210114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T185539Z
UID:10008393-1615568400-1615579200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Alaska Beekeeping Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Please register for this class at www.alaskabeesandbrew.com prior to the event. Location is at Valley Board of Realtors\, 741 E Susitna Ave in Wasilla. Cost will be $185 PER FAMILY. Bring the kids\, and the parents. 6pm-9pm Friday 3/12 and 10am-3pm Saturday 3/13 for 8 hours total. Refreshments and snacks will be available on site.\nWhether you have never had a beehive before\, or you have 5 hives of your own\, we all need a little schooling on the ins and outs of these buzzing buddies of ours. Come enjoy an 8hr class (over two days) covering EVERYTHING Apis Mellifera. You will walk out of this class not only knowing what and when to do things\, but why and how it is done. Everyone will receive a copy of our Beekeeping Handbook to take home.\nDon’t worry\, this class is not all book work. We have HANDS ON PROJECTS and demonstrations! Build a beehive\, extract honey\, and follow the beekeeper’s calendar throughout the season to name a few.\nIf you are still not interested\, come for the door prizes. Come home with some miscellaneous beekeeping tools\, or one lucky person will receive a FREE BEE PACKAGE!\nCurious? Read the class syllabus below. Questions? Contact Royal Alaskan Honey or Alaska Bees and Brew.\nSyllabus:\nWhat is beekeeping? • How much honey will I harvest? • How much will this cost me? • Equipment necessary to keep bees in Alaska • Biology and races of honeybees • Members of the hive and their duties • Where to obtain bee equipment; New\, used or building your own equipment. • Preparing equipment for the arrival of bees • Insulation\, feeding bees properly • Preparing for the arrival of bees • Is my queen marked? (Queen-marking tool) • Running 2-Queen Hives • Swarming and how to prevent it • Honeybee diseases • Extracting your Alaska honey • What to do at the end of the season/wintering over • Storing your equipment • Beeswax candle making\nCost: $185.00 per family
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/alaska-beekeeping-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210312T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210312T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T050002
CREATED:20210309T192217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173811Z
UID:10007710-1615541400-1615545000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Weight Watchers
DESCRIPTION:Cost: See Weight Watchers website for meeting fees \nFor More Information: Visit our website. \nPresented by: Wasilla Area Seniors Inc.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/weight-watchers-16/
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