We are very excited to announce our first ever Summer Summit! COTR is partnering again with ACF and putting on a one-night Summit style Men’s event at our Wasilla campus.
This event is designed to bring the Summit experience to a local level as a midway point from last Summit before our next winter Summit. Just like when we’re up at Victory, there will be food (Big J’s BBQ), games, competitions, giveaways (including a custom Semper Sharp knife), a panel of great men/leaders to hear from on questions and topics that YOU have, full worship set, and more.
The event is also designed for you to invite and bring other men who simply can’t or won’t commit to a multi-day weekend up at Victory. We want them to see and experience what the Gospel, Christian brotherhood, and Summit are all about.
Join us July 7th, at Wasilla campus from 6:30-8:30pm. There’s a $20 fee which covers your BBQ for the night and the registration automatically enters you for prizes as well. Please register in advance so that we can make sure we get enough BBQ ready to go for that night. See you then!
Tag: Social Connection Event
Mat-Su Valley/Wasilla BBQ Meet and Greet
Join us at Black Birch Books for a summer BBQ and potluck.
We are bringing the hot dogs and hamburgers, and we are asking you to bring your favorite side quest dish to round out the spread. Whatever you make best, whatever your family asks for at every gathering, that is the one to bring.
Come share good food, meet Meda and Chris, and talk about the future we are building for Alaska together. Bring your questions, your ideas, and your appetite.
When: Thursday, July 3rd, 4:30 to 6:30 PM
Where: Black Birch Books, 2901 E Bogard Rd #104, Wasilla, AK 99654
Gunalchéesh,
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Forging Alaska 2026
Come experience the heat it takes to create amazing pieces of art! Family friendly event with artists demonstrating how they create their own unique pieces!
Use fire or heat to create something amazing? Want to be a vendor? Reach out and come be a part of the magic! Booth fee is $50. Do a live demo and get half off your booth!!
Boom the Bass Alaska
• Officiated by: ProAudio Venture LLC
• Sponsored by: Tuner Empire & Car Audio Alaska
• Registration Begins: 9am
• Brackets Begins: 10am
• Entry Fee: $40 for Car Show, +$30 for 1st dbdrag Format, $20 for each additional (Optional)
• Prizes: Awards for 1st Place to 3rd Place in all Classes
Wasilla Field Day – AYFN
Meet us at Nunley park for games and fun for the whole family
Denali Family Fest
Join Denali Family Services for our brand-new Denali Family Fest—a free, family-friendly celebration bringing together youth, families, and community partners for an afternoon of fun, food, and connection.
Denali Family Fest is all about celebrating the families we serve and the communities that support them.
Take a lunch break from work and join us for:
🍔 Free BBQ lunch for all attendees
🎈 Games and activities for kids of all ages
🏰 Bouncy houses & family-friendly entertainment
🎨 Face painting
🎁 Fun door prizes and giveaways
🤝 Community partner booths sharing resources and services
💜 Opportunities to connect with DFS staff and learn more about our programs
Free and open to the community. Just bring your family, your friends, and your summer appetite!
Alzheimer's Resource AK: Art Links
Come and share the joy of Art Links with us! Art Links is a social support program that promotes engagement for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias or seniors at risk of isolation and depression. By using a variety of creative art ideas, we promote self-expression as well as socialization and meaningful connections. Participants enjoy:
A variety of artistic mediums
Music and movement
Memory-rich conversations
Facilitated by ARA staff and local artists.
Free to attend! No registration required. Share with friends and family. For more information, contact Julie Jordan at jjordan@alzalaska.org or 907-864-3403.
Alzheimer’s Resource Alaska at Mat-Su Health Foundation
777 N. Crusey St. Ste B101
Wasilla, Alaska 99654
Alzheimer's Resource AK: Art Links
Come and share the joy of Art Links with us! Art Links is a social support program that promotes engagement for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias or seniors at risk of isolation and depression. By using a variety of creative art ideas, we promote self-expression as well as socialization and meaningful connections. Participants enjoy:
A variety of artistic mediums
Music and movement
Memory-rich conversations
Facilitated by ARA staff and local artists.
Free to attend! No registration required. Share with friends and family. For more information, contact Julie Jordan at jjordan@alzalaska.org or 907-864-3403.
Alzheimer’s Resource Alaska at Mat-Su Health Foundation
777 N. Crusey St. Ste B101
Wasilla, Alaska 99654
Forget Me Not Chorus + Memory Cafe
Join us for a special, one-time Memory Café featuring the Forget Me Not Chorus.
Experience the power of music, connection, and community through this unique chorus created for individuals living with Alzheimer’s, related dementias, or memory loss, alongside their caregivers.
Memory Cafés are free gatherings that offer a warm, supportive place for people with dementia, their care partners, and anyone interested in brain health to connect, share, and enjoy music, coffee, and conversation. This event brings an added layer of joy and meaning with a live chorus experience that celebrates each voice and the connections we create together.
Whether you come to listen, sing along, or simply be part of a welcoming community, this special gathering offers a meaningful and uplifting way to connect.
Venue
Wasilla Area Senior Center
1301 S Century Cir
Wasilla, AK 99654
Organizer
Ann Farris
907-561-3313
Wasilla 4th of July Parade
Wasilla’s 4th of July celebration on July 4, 2026, features a full day of festivities, kicking off with the annual downtown parade at 11:00 a.m. Following the parade, the action shifts to Iditarod Park for the free Mayor’s Picnic, featuring food, live music, and family-friendly activities.
Event Schedule & Details
• 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | 4th of July Parade
o Location: Winds through downtown Wasilla.
o Details: Expect floats, marching bands, fire trucks, and local organizations.
• 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Mayor’s Picnic
o Location: Iditarod Park Lawn (580 W Nelson Ave).
o Details: Enjoy free hot dogs, chips, drinks, and live entertainment.
• 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Music in the Park Finale
o Location: Iditarod Park.
o Details: Live bands, food trucks, and a beer garden run well into the evening.