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SUMMARY:Winter Blues Buster Walking Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Winter Blues Buster\nOnline & In-Person Walking Event\nBenefitting the Mat-Su Animal Shelter\nJanuary 19th – February 2nd\, 2026 \nSponsored by Pet Zoo and Healthy K9 Companion \n* Choose your distance.\n* Walk\, hike\, snowshoe\, sled\, skate\, ski-jor\, or mush.\n* Double miles for walking a shelter dog.\n*Track miles online and join themed meetups. \nWalk off the winter blues – Log your miles\, earn rewards\, and support a great cause! \nIn-Person Meetups:\nAll Levels Community Walk – 1/22 @ 5 PM\nIntermediate Snowshoe Hike – 1/24 @ 1 PM\nIntro to Mushing – 1/25 @ 2 PM\nShelter Dog Walk – 1/31 @ 1 PM\nRegistration Required – Special prizes will be available exclusively at our in-person meetups! \nWalk! Wag! And WIN!\nSign up today and let the winter cheer begin!\nClick below for details!\nhttps://allevents.in/online/winter-blues-buster-online-walking-event-tickets/80001538358134
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/winter-blues-buster-walking-challenge/
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SUMMARY:Connect For Success: Transition Fair
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Save the Date: Connected for Success Transition Fair! 🎉\nJoin us on January 19\, 2026 from 2–6 PM at Mat-Su Day School (2360 Tait Drive\, Wasilla\, AK) for a FREE community event supporting youth with disabilities ages 14–21 as they prepare for life after high school!\n✨ Why You Should Attend:\n• Connect with agencies offering education\, employment\, and independent-living support\n• Explore postsecondary and career pathways\n• Join breakout sessions on Guardianship/SDMA and Microenterprise Mini Grants\n• Try hands-on simulations like the Game of Life\, banking practice\, and Special Olympics floor hockey\n• Get mock interview practice and professional guidance\n• Build confidence and gain real-world skills\n• Enter to win over $2\,000 in Visa gift cards! 🎁\nThis event is hosted by LINKS Community Parent Resource Center\, MSBSD\, and IDEA Homeschool—bringing students\, families\, educators\, and community members together to access essential transition resources.\n📌 If you plan to do mock interviews\, come prepared—bring a résumé\, dress professionally\, and be your authentic self.\n📞 Learn more: 907-373-3632\n🌐 www.linkssprc.org\n📍 777 N. Crusey St.\, Ste A101\, Wasilla\, AK\nWe can’t wait to see you there and support every student on their path to success!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/connect-for-success-transition-fair/
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SUMMARY:2026 Mat-Su Project Homeless Connect
DESCRIPTION:Curtis D Menard Memorial Sports Center\nJoin many Mat-Su businesses and nonprofits\, as well as our community\, for a day of fellowship\, warmth\, a hot meal and access to needed supports for those experiencing housing instability or who are in need of basic supports.\nFree haircuts\, access to legal\, medical\, and health screening services. Lunch provided. Personal care items\, warm socks\, nonperishable snacks and gently-used clothing/footwear closet. Employment services and housing assistance available.\nHelp obtaining identification\, personal documents and filling out service applications is available all day.\nQuestions; please call (907)414-5971.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2026-project-homeless-connect/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260131T170000
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SUMMARY:Sunshine at the 64th Willow Winter Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Willow Community Center\, Willow Community Center Cir\, Willow\, AK 99688\, USA\nAbout the event\nWillow Winter Carnival\nJanuary 31 | 10 AM – February 1 | 5 PM📍 Willow\, Alaska \nSunshine Community Health Center is proud to participate in another wonderful Willow Winter Carnival\, a beloved community tradition that has been celebrated for more than 50 years. This iconic winter festival draws visitors from across Alaska and offers a wide variety of activities for all ages during the heart of winter. \n🎆 Carnival highlights include one of Alaska’s largest winter fireworks shows\, Iditarod-qualifying sled dog races\, homesteading competitions\, bingo with $1\,000 cash pots\, races\, live entertainment\, kids’ activities\, food vendors\, and more. \nThe full schedule of events is listed in the event. \n❤️ Visit Sunshine CHC at the Carnival\nStop by our booth to learn about community health resources\, take part in interactive opportunities\, and pick up giveaway items. Our team will be focusing on heart health\, offering blood pressure checks and sharing meaningful tools and resources to support your well-being.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/sunshine-at-the-64th-willow-winter-carnival/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260131T180000
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SUMMARY:The Alaska Farm & Garden Show
DESCRIPTION:Jan 31 (10-6) & Feb 1 (11-5) in Raven Hall at the state fair grounds. \nVendors\, Gardening\, Vegetables. Poultry\, Greenhouses\, Outbuildings\, Solar Energy\, Homesteading\, Food Preservation\, Food Independence\, Landscaping\, FREE Seminars\, and so much more. \nAdults $10\, Under 12 Free and free parking
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/the-alaska-farm-garden-show/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260201T170000
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SUMMARY:Sunshine at the 64th Willow Winter Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Willow Community Center\, Willow Community Center Cir\, Willow\, AK 99688\, USA\nAbout the event\nWillow Winter Carnival\nJanuary 31 | 10 AM – February 1 | 5 PM📍 Willow\, Alaska \nSunshine Community Health Center is proud to participate in another wonderful Willow Winter Carnival\, a beloved community tradition that has been celebrated for more than 50 years. This iconic winter festival draws visitors from across Alaska and offers a wide variety of activities for all ages during the heart of winter. \n🎆 Carnival highlights include one of Alaska’s largest winter fireworks shows\, Iditarod-qualifying sled dog races\, homesteading competitions\, bingo with $1\,000 cash pots\, races\, live entertainment\, kids’ activities\, food vendors\, and more. \nThe full schedule of events is listed in the event. \n❤️ Visit Sunshine CHC at the Carnival\nStop by our booth to learn about community health resources\, take part in interactive opportunities\, and pick up giveaway items. Our team will be focusing on heart health\, offering blood pressure checks and sharing meaningful tools and resources to support your well-being.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/sunshine-at-the-64th-willow-winter-carnival-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260201T170000
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SUMMARY:The Alaska Farm & Garden Show
DESCRIPTION:Jan 31 (10-6) & Feb 1 (11-5) in Raven Hall at the state fair grounds. \nVendors\, Gardening\, Vegetables. Poultry\, Greenhouses\, Outbuildings\, Solar Energy\, Homesteading\, Food Preservation\, Food Independence\, Landscaping\, FREE Seminars\, and so much more. \nAdults $10\, Under 12 Free and free parking
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/the-alaska-farm-garden-show-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260205T133000
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CREATED:20251210T112229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173742Z
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SUMMARY:Training | Positive and Adverse Childhood Experiences (Online Only)
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. \nRegistration is not required. \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: boydenmichelle@gmail.com\nEvent Details Contact: candrews@rockmatsu.org \nZoom Info: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82576480185 \nPasscode: 288902
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/training-positive-and-adverse-childhood-experiences-online-only-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260207T150000
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SUMMARY:Financial Aid Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Financial Aid Resource Fair will be held Saturday\, February 7th\, 2026. For the event\, Mat-Su College’s Financial Aid Advisors will be giving information on grants and scholarships opportunities in the Valley. Our advisors will also be available to help students complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The Fund Your Future Financial Aid Resource Fair is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/financial-aid-resource-fair/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260207T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T022230Z
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SUMMARY:Love In Style Shopping Event
DESCRIPTION:Our Love In Style Shopping Event is a delightful celebration designed to enchant couples and shoppers alike with a unique blend of romance and retail therapy.\nCOUPLES BOGO DEAL: Enjoy a special couples BOGO (Buy One Top\, Get One Top 50% off ) discount\, allowing you to indulge in a shopping spree while saving on your favorite items.\nNEW LAUNCH: An exclusive limited edition collection is launching the same day\, curated to offer one-of-a-kind pieces that make perfect gifts or keepsakes. To Be Announced!\nGIFT BASKET GIVEAWAY: All guests have the chance to win a luxurious gift basket valued at $100\, adding an extra element of excitement to the day. One entry upon arrival per person.\nGIFT WITH PURCHASE: $100 or more purchases come with a complimentary gift\, as a special token of appreciation.\nSPECIAL GUESTS: The event is further enhanced by guest popup shops at each store location\, offering diverse and unique products from local artisans and businesses. To Be Announced!\nREFRESHMENTS: To create a festive atmosphere\, complimentary sweet treats and sparkling juice are served\, providing a delightful refreshment while you explore the event.\nLOVE NOTES: Shoppers are invited to leave a message on the Love Notes wall\, sharing sentiments and spreading positivity.\nGIFT WRAPPING: Complimentary gift wrapping supplies are available\, making it easy to present purchases beautifully.\nJAR OF HEARTS: Adding a playful twist\, the Jar of Hearts guessing game invites you to estimate the number of heart-shaped candies\, with the closest guess winning the candy inside.\nALL STORE LOCATIONS: Our store wide invent includes Eagle River\, Palmer\, and Wasilla locations during regular store hours.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/love-in-style-shopping-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260207T190000
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CREATED:20260107T112210Z
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SUMMARY:The Children's Place 27th Annual "Mardi Gala"
DESCRIPTION:✨🎭 Join Us for The Children’s Place Mardi Gala! 🎭✨\nStep into a night of elegance\, excitement\, and purpose at our annual Mardi Gala! This festive evening will be filled with vibrant colors\, dazzling masks\, and plenty of opportunities to celebrate while supporting the children and families we serve.\nGuests will enjoy:\n💜 A delicious Mardi Gras inspired dinner\n💛 Live & silent auctions\n💚 Fun Mardi Gras–themed games and entertainment\n🎶 Music and dancing\nEvery ticket\, every bid\, and every donation helps provide hope and healing for children in our community.\n📅 Date: Saturday\, February 7th\, 2026\n📍 Location: Raven Hall\n👗 Attire: Formal with a Mardi Gras flair (masks encouraged!)\nLet the good times roll—and let’s make a difference together!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/the-childrens-place-27th-annual-mardi-gala/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260207T200000
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SUMMARY:Wasilla High School Band - Mardi Gras Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of music\, great food\, auctions\, door prizes\, and more! Doors open at 5:30PM – Event starts at 6:00PM. Tickets available here: https://warrior-music-booster-inc.square.site/\nWasilla High Band is Growing!\nIn the past six years we have represented WHS and the state of Alaska at the Centennial Celebration of the Lincoln Memorial\, Recorded music at Walt Disney World\, perform regularly throughout the community. Last summer\, we sent a group to New York City where they performed on an aircraft carrier. \nAll are invited to support\nWasilla High School Band at \nMardi Gras Night\nFebruary 7th at 6:00 PM\nWHS Gym\nMusic By WHS Bands\nCatered Dinner\nLive & Silent Auctions \nOnline tickets are $21.00\, (fee of $1 has been added)\nTickets day of event are $26 \nThis is our largest fundraising event supporting the band in its needs of repairing & purchasing instruments\, sheet music\, travel and other expenses. We hope to purchase an enclosed trailer to move equipment for performances. \nWe look forward to seeing you at our Mardi Gras Night!\nTogether\, great things happen!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/wasilla-high-school-band-mardi-gras-night/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260107T112209Z
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SUMMARY:Glaciology of the Mat-Su with Joe Moore
DESCRIPTION:Where: Mat-Su Health Foundation\nWhen: Doors open at 6:30PM\, Presentation starts at 7PM. Event usually lasts about an hour.\nFree to attend\, no need to register\nPresentation details: Much of the Matanuska Valley has been formed and reworked by the constant activity of glaciers and rivers. Evidence of historical and current activity will be discussed and locations where you can easily observe the results as you trek through the valley. Join retired soil scientist\, Joe Moore\, on all things glaciers!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/glaciology-of-the-mat-su-with-joe-moore/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260211T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260211T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T012231Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Concrete - Free Hands on Introductory Training
DESCRIPTION:📍 Mat-Su\nThis FREE\, hands-on introductory training covers essential introductory skills in Intro to Concrete.\nKey Training Topics Include:\nConcrete materials\, batching\, and testing methods\nFresh vs. hardened concrete properties and safety practices\nCement\, aggregates\, and water—how concrete works\nHands-on formwork: installing wall\, deck\, stair\, and bridge forms\nFocus on sustainability and job-ready concrete skills\n📝 Apply online at www.alaskaworks.org or follow the ticket link.\nThis training opportunity is designed to:\n• Provide participants with an experiential understanding of a career in the construction trades\, and\n• Enhance participants’ abilities to gain employment in the construction industry.\n⚠️ Important Details:\n• Space is limited – apply early!\n• Participants must be available all five days of training.\n• Applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview if space is still available in the training(s) they applied to.\n• All applicants must participate in the interview process to be considered for final placement in the training.\n• **All applicants must provide the following documents for acceptance into the training: a copy of your Birth Certificate\, or Social Security card\, DD214 (veterans only)\, and a valid Driver’s License. **\nMat-Su Training Center\n📍 619 S. Knik Goose Bay Rd.\, Unit E\n📞 (907) 376-4704
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/intro-to-concrete-free-hands-on-introductory-training-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20251210T112227Z
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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-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260212T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260212T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260209T191050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T012229Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Concrete - Free Hands on Introductory Training
DESCRIPTION:📍 Mat-Su\nThis FREE\, hands-on introductory training covers essential introductory skills in Intro to Concrete.\nKey Training Topics Include:\nConcrete materials\, batching\, and testing methods\nFresh vs. hardened concrete properties and safety practices\nCement\, aggregates\, and water—how concrete works\nHands-on formwork: installing wall\, deck\, stair\, and bridge forms\nFocus on sustainability and job-ready concrete skills\n📝 Apply online at www.alaskaworks.org or follow the ticket link.\nThis training opportunity is designed to:\n• Provide participants with an experiential understanding of a career in the construction trades\, and\n• Enhance participants’ abilities to gain employment in the construction industry.\n⚠️ Important Details:\n• Space is limited – apply early!\n• Participants must be available all five days of training.\n• Applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview if space is still available in the training(s) they applied to.\n• All applicants must participate in the interview process to be considered for final placement in the training.\n• **All applicants must provide the following documents for acceptance into the training: a copy of your Birth Certificate\, or Social Security card\, DD214 (veterans only)\, and a valid Driver’s License. **\nMat-Su Training Center\n📍 619 S. Knik Goose Bay Rd.\, Unit E\n📞 (907) 376-4704
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/intro-to-concrete-free-hands-on-introductory-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260213T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260213T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260213T112225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T191320Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Talking Circle - Flat Birch Bark Earrings
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a welcoming and confidential space for connection\, healing\, and community. Our Women’s Talking Circle offers supportive discussion\, coping and prevention skills\, creative crafting activities\, and meaningful community building.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/womens-talking-circle-flat-birch-bark-earrings/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260213T203000
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SUMMARY:Reach907 Gala: Hearts in Motion
DESCRIPTION:💛 HEARTS IN MOTION – 2026 Reach907 Gala\n💛 Friday\, February 13\, 2026\nJoin us for an unforgettable evening of great food\, inspiring stories\, and community impact! The 2025 Hearts in Motion Gala celebrates the life-changing work of Reach907\, supporting Alaska’s most vulnerable youth and families.\nFrom summer camps and mentorship programs to trauma-informed clinical care and therapeutic foster homes\, Reach907 is rooted in one powerful vision: that every child knows they are valued and loved.\nCome be part of something bigger — because when hearts move together\, change happens. 💫\n👉 More info coming soon! SAVE THE DATE!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/reach907-gala-hearts-in-motion/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260213T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260109T122208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173758Z
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SUMMARY:Valentines Ballroom Bash
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to support our first ever Valentine’s Ballroom Bash fundraising event. This nonprofit event is dedicated to raising awareness and financial support for Alaska’s Healing Hearts\, a local nonprofit organization committed to supporting military members\, veterans\, and their families through recreational rehabilitation and community integration.\nThis event is proudly hosted by the Mechanized Cavalry Motorcycle Club\, a community-based organization in the Mat-Su Valley rooted in camaraderie\, service\, and family. Our mission includes supporting charitable organizations that enrich and strengthen our community\, and we are honored to partner with Alaska’s Healing Hearts in that effort.\nThe Valentine’s Ballroom Bash will take place on Friday evening\, February 13th\, 2026\, at The Four Corners Lounge in Palmer\, Alaska. The event will feature a “date night” theme and will include dinner\, dancing\, and a silent auction.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/valentines-ballroom-bash/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260210T001028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T002233Z
UID:10012839-1771156800-1771171200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Books 'n' Bites Book Fair w/ Lekker Coffee and Baking Co.
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first cozy Books ‘n’ Bites Book Fair with Lekker Coffee and Baking Co!\nWe are pairing our ten coziest books with a special treat or drink\, bringing together the best of what Fireside Books and Lekker Coffee have to offer.\nIn addition to our specially featured titles\, we are also hosting author Mary Odden and her cook book\, Upcountry Cranberry – a lovely little love letter to the cranberry. A small selection of our favorite cozy books will be available for purchase on site.\nCome out for a warm & cozy gathering full of treats!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/books-n-bites-book-fair-w-lekker-coffee-and-baking-co/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260204T191435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173825Z
UID:10012804-1771167600-1771174800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mat-Su Orchestra Fundraising Performance for Palmer Library
DESCRIPTION:The Mat-Su Orchestra fundraising performance for Palmer Library. Free admission. Donations accepted.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mat-su-orchestra-fundraising-performance-for-palmer-library/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260108T112209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173744Z
UID:10012784-1771266600-1771273800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mat-Su Middle College School Family Info Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for program and application information about the MSMCS.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mat-su-middle-college-school-family-info-night-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260204T191438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173859Z
UID:10012806-1771266600-1771273800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Stories of Free Rivers & Wild Salmon
DESCRIPTION:Film Screenings: The Super Salmon & Undammed followed by a panel discussion on free rivers\, salmon\, and the real differences between well-sited hydropower and harmful projects\n📅 February 16\n⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM\n📍 Palmer Train Depot – 610 S Valley Way\, Palmer\, AK 99645\n💻 RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/…/stories-of-free-rivers-and…\nFree and open to the public.\n🐟The Super Salmon\nThe Super Salmon is an intimate and inspiring look into the impacts of the proposed Susitna-Watana dam on the Susitna River in south-central Alaska. The story outlines the threats posed by the Susitna Dam and the work of the Susitna River Coalition\, which is aimed at protecting our free-flowing\, healthy watershed so that future generations of salmon\, wildlife\, and humans can depend on it as we do today\n🏞️Undammed\nAfter witnessing a massive fish kill on her ancestral home waters\, Yurok tribal attorney Amy Bowers Cordalis dedicated her life to reversing the generations-long destruction wrought by the Klamath River dams. Undammed follows her journey to free the Klamath\, from testifying before Congress to passing down fishing traditions within her young family. Now that the Klamath dams are finally coming down\, she remains confident that the future of her tribe is bright. “It’s not a test\,” Bowers Cordalis says of the largest dam-removal project in US history\, “It will work.”
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/stories-of-free-rivers-wild-salmon/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260204T191431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173727Z
UID:10012802-1771495200-1771513200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Palmer Community Resource Day
DESCRIPTION:Over 28 local agencies! Come and learn about social service agencies available in the Palmer area! Agency representatives will be available to assist in connecting to services and benefits and to provide information about the services offered!\nQuestions? Please contact Daybreak\, Inc (907)746-6019
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/palmer-community-resource-day-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260220T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260209T191043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173854Z
UID:10012812-1771574400-1771603200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:2026 Last Frontier Pond Hockey Classic
DESCRIPTION:**LYNDEN INC AND DAVIS CONSTRUCTORS PROUDLY PRESENT**\nThe 2026 Last Frontier Pond Hockey Classic\nA Benefit for the Scotty Gomez Foundation\nThe 11th Annual Last Frontier Pond Hockey Classic in Beautiful Big Lake\, Alaska at the World Renowned Burkeshore Marina.\nThis fundraising event benefits the Scotty Gomez Foundation. Helping Alaska’s Youth through Hockey.\nThis three day ACTION PACKED tournament happens on 20 polished rinks and will host over 150 teams in 11 divisions and features 2 concerts\, Food vendors\, a beer garden\, a free family skating rink\, FIREWORKS and so much more!\n***REGISTRATION OPENS NOVEMBER 1st***\nThis is a family friendly event so bring the kids\, put together your team and lace up your skates for this non stop round robin style double elimination pond hockey tournament that truley is a world class event!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2026-last-frontier-pond-hockey-classic/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260209T191044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173854Z
UID:10012813-1771660800-1771689600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:2026 Last Frontier Pond Hockey Classic
DESCRIPTION:**LYNDEN INC AND DAVIS CONSTRUCTORS PROUDLY PRESENT**\nThe 2026 Last Frontier Pond Hockey Classic\nA Benefit for the Scotty Gomez Foundation\nThe 11th Annual Last Frontier Pond Hockey Classic in Beautiful Big Lake\, Alaska at the World Renowned Burkeshore Marina.\nThis fundraising event benefits the Scotty Gomez Foundation. Helping Alaska’s Youth through Hockey.\nThis three day ACTION PACKED tournament happens on 20 polished rinks and will host over 150 teams in 11 divisions and features 2 concerts\, Food vendors\, a beer garden\, a free family skating rink\, FIREWORKS and so much more!\n***REGISTRATION OPENS NOVEMBER 1st***\nThis is a family friendly event so bring the kids\, put together your team and lace up your skates for this non stop round robin style double elimination pond hockey tournament that truley is a world class event!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2026-last-frontier-pond-hockey-classic-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260109T122209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173815Z
UID:10012787-1771668000-1771686000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:2026 Mat-Su Plunge
DESCRIPTION:Onsite check in opens at 10am.\nJumping begins at Noon.\nFood and Drink available for purchase at Palmer Elks Lodge\, open to the public.\nPrizes for Plungers.\nAuction items.\nDoor prizes.\nFamily FUN!!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2026-mat-su-plunge/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260121T193547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173849Z
UID:10012795-1771671600-1771686000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Frontline Mission's Prom Giveaway 2026
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for the PERFECT DRESS or SUIT for your prom? Come to our Prom Giveaway for a wide selection of FREE dresses\, suits\, shoes\, and accessories at Frontline Mission\, 2001 E Palmer-Wasilla Hwy. in Wasilla\, on Saturday February 21st from 11am – 3pm.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/frontline-missions-prom-giveaway-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260221T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260107T112207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173755Z
UID:10012779-1771695000-1771704000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:11th Annual Hearts 4 Hunger
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a fun Western themed evening at Evangelo’s Restaurant\, of Giving & Celebration with your community members that support the MatSu Food Bank and our mission to end hunger in in the MatSu Valley. \nDonate auction items! \nBusiness and Individuals welcome \nTickets and tables on sale now!\nIndividual $75\nTables for 8 are $550
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/11th-annual-hearts-4-hunger/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260222T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041053
CREATED:20260209T191045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173854Z
UID:10012814-1771747200-1771776000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:2026 Last Frontier Pond Hockey Classic
DESCRIPTION:**LYNDEN INC AND DAVIS CONSTRUCTORS PROUDLY PRESENT**\nThe 2026 Last Frontier Pond Hockey Classic\nA Benefit for the Scotty Gomez Foundation\nThe 11th Annual Last Frontier Pond Hockey Classic in Beautiful Big Lake\, Alaska at the World Renowned Burkeshore Marina.\nThis fundraising event benefits the Scotty Gomez Foundation. Helping Alaska’s Youth through Hockey.\nThis three day ACTION PACKED tournament happens on 20 polished rinks and will host over 150 teams in 11 divisions and features 2 concerts\, Food vendors\, a beer garden\, a free family skating rink\, FIREWORKS and so much more!\n***REGISTRATION OPENS NOVEMBER 1st***\nThis is a family friendly event so bring the kids\, put together your team and lace up your skates for this non stop round robin style double elimination pond hockey tournament that truley is a world class event!
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2026-last-frontier-pond-hockey-classic-3/
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