5 Things to do in the Mat-Su!

Join Wasilla Public Library in February for Blind Date with a Book! -February 1^st- 28^th

Pick up one of our cleverly concealed books at the library starting Friday, February 1st. Wait until you get home to reveal your selection’s true identity. All of our desirable dates are selected from recent “best books of the year” lists. We can’t promise that every date will lead to true love, but we suggest spending at least 15 minutes with your book to give it a chance. You may discover a new author or genre that you like!

All adult participants can enter drawings for prizes by submitting the “Rate Your Date” form attached to the book. Forms can be dropped off in one of our prize jars to be eligible for the prize drawings at the end of the month.

Prizes include:

$50 gift cards to The Alaska Massage Clinic

$50 gift certificates to Settler’s Bay Lodge

$100 gift certificate to The Alaska Center for the Performing Arts in Anchorage

$100 gift card to Alyeska Ski Resort & Hotel in Girdwood

Family Ice Fishing Day at Finger Lake!- February 23^rd

Join the Southcentral AK TU Chapter for a family friendly day of ice fishing on February 23rd from 11-2 at Finger Lake!

Park at Finger Lake State Recreation site and walk to the island just off shore. Look for a group of tents and the Trout Unlimited banner.

We will be providing tips and instruction to help your family find success on the hard water. Extra rods, lures, bait etc will be available to borrow, but if you have gear of your own please bring it. Hot drinks and snacks will be available, but don't forget to dress warm and bring your fishing license and whatever you may need to be comfortable on the ice.

We are excited to catch some fish with you!

Mat-Su Legislative Town Hall-February 23^rd

Children are our most valuable resource and their voices are often silenced. Alaska's children are hurting. Bring your voice and the children and youth in your life. Attend the legislative town hall meeting in Wasilla. WEAR RED! Let legislators know you don't support cuts that hurt our children and families.

Location: Fronteras Spanish Immersion Charter School

Time: 10am-12pm

Rock the Resilience 2.0: What is Love? - February 25^th

Join us for our second annual Rock the Resilience event to raise awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault.

The event will feature performances by local talent while inspiring us to unite in working together to say "NO MORE" to DVSA in the Valley.

Location: Glenn Massay Theater

Time 6pm-9pm

Skate the Lake- March 16^th

Enjoy some fun skating on Wasilla Lake! Hot cocoa and cookies will be served! Bring your family and friends!

Location: Wasilla Lake, Newcomb park

Time: 12pm-2pm