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.
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.
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
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
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
Learn how to prepare for earthquakes, wildfires, floods and more! This family friendly event will feature – new indoor and outdoor exhibits, live demonstrations, hands on activities, door prizes, food trucks and more.
Please contact Debra McGhan at debra@alaskasaferiders.org or by calling 907-982-0332
WIC will be at our Talkeetna Clinic on September 1st providing nutrition and breastfeeding resources. For more information call 1-907-376-4080.
Knik Tribe is hosting a meeting scheduled for August 8th 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.
Community education hosted by Knik Tribe and presented by Operation Underground Railroad. Training is on online safety, trafficking, and how to keep ourselves and loved ones safe from exploitation.
Please use QR code to register. Open and free to all community members.
MMIP Community Cafe and Response Team meeting to continue building a team within the Mat-Su Valley to address the issue, bring awareness, and assist in search and provision of services to the family and the missing (once found).
