Come visit the Alaskan Scottish Club booth at the Colony Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair in the MatSu Borough Gym.
Saturday 12/9 10am-7pm
Sunday 12/10 11am-4pm
We will have Hogmanay Grams, Islay the Highland Coo Merchandise and Fresh Welsh Cakes (Inlcuding Holiday Flavors) available!
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2023 Mat-Su Holiday Market
The Mat-Su Holiday Marketplace is a one stop holiday shopping extravaganza for Wasilla and the Mat-Su Valley. This event takes place at the Menard Sports Center (44 mile Parks Highway) and gives the area an opportunity to shop for unique and one of a kind gifts, right in their neighborhood, without that long commute to Anchorage.
Artists and craftsmen will fill over 100 mini specialty shops with literally thousands of holiday gift ideas. Jewelry, furs, original artwork, fleece, pottery, etched glassware… you’ll find unique items from all around the state. No need to waste a tank of gas looking for the perfect gift! Make Santa proud this year and get all of your holiday shopping done in one warm location with lots of EASY… FREE… parking at the Mat-Su Holiday Marketplace.
There is a $5 admission charge, kids 12 and under are free, and Sunday is free to Military with ID or anyone who brings 2 cans of food for a local food bank.
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 11am-5pm
Alaska Mountain Bike Summit
Alaska Trails, the BLM, Chugach Mountain Biker Riders, Singletrack Advocates, Arctic MTB, Valley Mountain Bikers and Hikers, Mighty Bikes, Hilltop Ski Area and Bike Park, and other Alaskan MTB clubs are banding together once again for the 2nd Alaska MTB Summit at the Government Peak Chalet in Palmer.
The Alaska Mountain Bike Summit seeks to bring together nonprofits, clubs, and mountain biking advocates from across the state to share information and plan a way to maximize the knowledge and expertise in the state to build, maintain, and ride more mountain biking trails.
Alaska Mountain Bike Summit
Alaska Trails, the BLM, Chugach Mountain Biker Riders, Singletrack Advocates, Arctic MTB, Valley Mountain Bikers and Hikers, Mighty Bikes, Hilltop Ski Area and Bike Park, and other Alaskan MTB clubs are banding together once again for the 2nd Alaska MTB Summit at the Government Peak Chalet in Palmer.
The Alaska Mountain Bike Summit seeks to bring together nonprofits, clubs, and mountain biking advocates from across the state to share information and plan a way to maximize the knowledge and expertise in the state to build, maintain, and ride more mountain biking trails.
Social Security Video Service Launch
We are pleased to announce that the Mat-Su Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) will begin facilitating Social Security Video Service for residents of the Matanuska-Susitna Valley. This initiative is aimed at enhancing the ease and accessibility of communications between community members and the Social Security Administration (SSA).
These video service calls will continue once per month by appointment only.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact Mat-Su ADRC at (907) 373-3650.
2023 NAMI Provider Education
4-hour seminar
Mat-Su Health Foundation, Wasilla
October 6, 2023
Noon –5:00 PM
Free to Mat-Su health care providers!
($75 for non-Mat-Su providers)
NAMI Provider introduces mental health professionals to the unique perspectives of people with mental health conditions and their families to help develop enhanced empathy for their daily challenges and recognize the importance of including them in all aspects of the treatment process.
What You’ll Gain:
• Understanding of the realities of having a mental health condition
• Increased compassion for the vulnerabilities people face when seeking care
• Recognition of your critical role in the individual and family’s journey towards recovery
• Empowered view of the lasting impact your care makes
Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Response Team Meeting
Knik Tribe is hosting a meeting scheduled for September 12th from 5:30 to 7:30 pm and will take place at Mat-Su Health Foundation’s Conference Center [777 N. Crusey St.]. The goal of this gathering is to come together as a community to discuss strategies, share insights, and collaborate on efforts to address the challenges faced by Indigenous communities regarding missing and murdered individuals.
As we all recognize the significance of this issue and the need for collective action, we kindly request you share the attached flyer with your network and encourage others to join us in making a meaningful impact. By working together, we can contribute to creating safer and more supportive environments for everyone. Together, we can bring positive change for the future.
If you have any questions or require further information, please feel free to contact Knik Tribe at kt-doj@kniktribe.org.
2023 Mat-Su Reentry Summit
2023 Mat-Su Reentry Summit
September 21 & 22, 2023.
Event Times: 9 am to 4:30 pm each day
This annual reentry summit is geared toward professionals who serve reentrants. The theme of the 2023 summit is “Reentry Connections Building Bridges to Success”.
This year’s summit will feature compelling national and state-wide keynote speakers and informative breakout sessions.
For More Information Contact Barbara Mongar at Barbara.mongar@valleycharities.org
15th Annual Mat-Su Emergency Preparedness Expo
Come join us for the 15th Annual Emergency Preparedness Expo on
Saturday, September 30th 2023, 10am – 3pm
at the Menard Sports Center.
You will find resources to help you, your family, and your business learn how to survive and thrive in the face of emergencies and disasters.
If you have questions about the annual Mat-Su Emergency Preparedness Expos or feedback on the site please contact us at talon.boeve@matsugov.us or 907-861-8316.
2023 WIC Resource Community Event- Talkeetna
WIC will be at our Talkeetna Clinic on September 1st providing nutrition and breastfeeding resources. For more information call 1-907-376-4080.