Year-Round Calendar

  • May 23, 2012 4:00 pm
    May 23, 2012 7:00 pm

    Palmer-Wasilla Highway Eastern Terminus Open House

    The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities invites you to attend a public open house to provide feedback on the current design for the Palmer-Wasilla Highway Eastern Terminus Project on Wednesday, May 23, 2012, Stop by any time between 4 and 7 p.m.

    More information is available on the project website: www.pwhet.com or by clicking on the event title in this message.

    The Palmer-Wasilla Highway Eastern Terminus Public Meeting Open House is in the Hoskins building; enter south parking lot on the fairgrounds and follow cones and event signs through the Red Drive-in to Hoskins.

  • May 23, 2012 7:00 pm
    May 23, 2012 10:00 pm

    907 Barrel Racers Association

    Come join the 907 Barrel Racers Association for some Barrel Racing and Pole Bending fun! Our mission is to provide barrel racers with a local organization that will promote the sport of barrel racing and its growth.

    907 Barrel Racers Association promotes a positive atmosphere where honesty, personal growth and politeness towards fellow horsemen exist, where horses are always respected, and where true western tradition is genuinely honored. Our goal is to increase the number of participants and members who share a love for a true equine athlete, the “Barrel Horse”.

    If you have any questions or would like further information on our club and our full summer calendar please visit our website at www.907barrelracers.org.

  • May 26, 2012 9:00 am
    May 28, 2012 5:00 pm

    Glacier Equestrian Events Summer Circuit I Horse Show

    Glacier Equestrian Events will be hosting their Summer Circuit I Horse Show at the France Equestrian Center, May 26 – 28, 2012. The general Public is invited to come see the Horse Show; no spectator admission fees are required so, bring all your family and friends to enjoy the show. Enter through the Yellow Gate on the east side of the fairgrounds and the France Equestrian Center is on your left as, you enter through the Yellow Gate.

    Registration is open for all Exhibitors and the closing date for registration is Friday, May 18, 2012. Show Championships to be awarded and Circuit Championship awards are based on points earned at all (3) of the Summer Circuit Horse Shows. The Summer Circuit II Horse Show will be held June and the Summer Circuit III Horse Show will be held during the 2012 Alaska State Fair; for more information contact Kerri Geppert, at (907) 301-3393 or e-mail glacierequestrian@gmail.com. Click on the Title of this message to view the Glacier Equestrian Website and for more regarding this program.

  • June 3, 2012 10:00 am
    June 3, 2012 10:30 am

    3rd Annual Ride for the Cure

    It's The 3rd Annual Legendary Ride For The Cure To Benefit The MS Society! Join Country Legends At 10am On June 3rd At The Red Lot Of The Alaska State Fair Grounds. We'll Start Off With Free Donuts And Coffee; Then Wrap It Up With A Legendary BBQ At Eureka Lodge! There's A Suggested Donation Of $20. Find More Info At www.countrylegends1009.com. Join The Movement With Country Legends 100.9!

  • June 9, 2012 6:00 pm
    June 9, 2012 9:00 pm

    Singspiration

    You are invited to attend Singspiration which will be held at Raven Hall, 6:00 p.m., Saturday, June 9, 2012.

    Learn form a variety of over 30 ministries and services; of over 200 suggestions of how an average person, like you, can make a difference in our community. No admission fees; the Irsik family invites the general public to attend this wonderful spiritual event in hopes of bringing the Valley together in unity under Christ.

    Singspiration will have featured vocal/musical performers and a sing-a-long with a good ‘ol fashioned hoedown of gospel music. Come experience, receive and sing-a-long with other clergy, ministries, and public servants. Join the fun learning about community involvement; for more information visit www.matsusing.com.

  • June 12, 2012 9:00 am
    June 13, 2012 4:00 pm

    4-H Members District Sheep Show and Clinics and Weigh-in Day

    In preparation for the 2012 Alaska State Fair – Advanced Registration Required; UAF 4-H Members District Sheep Show and Clinics and Weigh-in Day, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Farm Exhibits building, June 12-13, 2012.

    For pre-registration information contact Lee Hecimovich at the Mat-Su / Copper River District 4-H Council office, Cooperative Extension Service (907) 745-3360 or e-mail dahecimovich@alaska.edu by June 11, 2012.

    June 12-4-H Sheep Clinics and Shows; wool, breeding, market sheep related workshops and shows in preparation for the Alaska State Fair

    June 13-4-H Large Livestock Weigh-in; Preliminary weigh-in and related activities in preparation for the Alaska State Fair

    Members enter through the Yellow Participant Gate on the East side of the fairgrounds.

    The 4-H Program is the only “Youth” program with direct access to technological advance in agriculture and life sciences, home economics, human development and related areas, which result from the land grant research. It is an off-campus, not-credit and voluntary education program of the University of Alaska Fairbanks that has been in existence for over 75 years. 4-H members and leaders can participate in a variety of district, state, and national activities. These include projects, show and competitions, Leader forums, conferences, Alaska State 4-H Fair, and volunteer training.

  • June 13, 2012 -
    June 18, 2012 11:59 pm

    Alaska Summer Solstice Flyball Tourneys

    June 13-14 and June 16-17

    (make-up rain days June 15, 18)

    Hosted by Alaska Dogs Gone Wild
    www.flyballdogs.com/alaska

    Come see Alaska's most exciting dog sport!
    Admission is FREE!

    Northern portion of fairgrounds (Purple Gate)

    Flyball is a fast-paced and exciting sport with teams of four dogs that compete in relay races. Each dog jumps over four hurdles, triggers a spring-loaded box, catches a ball, and returns over the hurdles. The competition will include a wide variety of breeds and mixes both large and small, including a Lhasa Apso (ranked #1 among the breed in North America), a Siberian Husky (ranked #4), a 65-pound Bernese Mountain Dog/Lab, and a 14-pound Poodle mix.

    For additional information, contact Curtis Smith at 240-2640.

  • June 13, 2012 5:30 pm
    June 13, 2012 9:00 am

    MTA Annual Membership Meeting

    MTA Annual Membership Meeting
    June 13
    Registration: 5:30 PM
    Meeting: 7:00 PM

  • June 15, 2012 9:00 am
    June 17, 2012 5:00 pm

    Glacier Equestrian Events Summer Circuit II Horse Show

    Glacier Equestrian Events will be hosting their Summer Circuit II Horse Show at the France Equestrian Center, June 15 - 17, 2012. The general Public is invited to come enjoy the Horse Show. No spectator admission fees are required so, bring all your family and friends to see the show. Enter through the Yellow Gate on the east side of the fairgrounds and the France Equestrian Center is on your left.

    Registration is open for all Exhibitors and the closing date for registration is Friday, May 18, 2012. Show Championships to be awarded and Circuit Championship awards and prizes are based on points earned at all (3) of the Summer Circuit Horse Shows. The Summer Circuit III Horse Show will be held during the 2012 Alaska State Fair; for more information contact Kerri Geppert, at (907) 301-3393 or e-mail glacierequestrian@gmail.com. Click on the title of this message to view the Glacier Equestrian Website and for more regarding this program.

  • June 23, 2012 9:00 am
    June 24, 2012 5:00 pm

    Alaska Treasure Seekers 36th Annual Metal Detecting Hunt

    The Alaska Treasure Seekers Society is dedicated to family outings in search of lost or discarded items from the past. The club hosts a spring and fall hunt and an annual treasure hunt, open to everyone. At the Annual hunt you would use your metal detector to find coins and tokens to trade for prizes ranging anywhere from new hats to new metal detectors.

    You are invited to come join in the fun! Alaska Treasure Seekers will be having their 36th Annual Metal Detecting Hunt at the France Equestrian Center, June 23 – 24, 2012. The hunt will go on all day, Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and we look forward to having you and your friends join in the games or try your hand at speed panning. For more information contact Cathy at (907) 696-1910 or e-mail lundine5@aol.com.

  • July 20, 2012 5:00 pm
    July 21, 2012 10:00 am

    Cardboard City 2012

    Family Promise Mat-Su invites you to join in the fun! Come out, Sleep out, attend Cardboard City and help to raise awareness for the homeless. Register to participate in Cardboard City and help Family Promise Mat-Su raise funds for the homeless people of the Matanuska Valley, Friday, July 20, 2012.

    Bring your Cardboard box and spend the night for a good cause! Experience what it may be like to be homeless; be creative and have a blast while making your home out of a cardboard box. Live music, soup kitchen, contest, and prizes along with outreach information, homeless education, and testimonials.

    Pre-register or register on site beginning at 5:00 p.m., July 20 and set-up will run till 8:00 p.m. at the south west corner of the fairgrounds. This allows time for setting up, decorating your dwelling, in preparation to spend the night.

    Family Promise Mat-Su helps people who've had medical crises, family problems, lost their jobs or whatever and missed paying their rent and got evicted. Since opening in 2005, the organization has helped over 300 Valley families, each staying an average of 30 days in the churches before finding permanent homes and a reliable income. Family Promise staff works with local agencies and schools to help the homeless become self-sufficient again. Become a resident of the city by collecting pledges; invite your friends, neighbors, and co-workers to participate. Contact Family Promise Matsu to see how you can help, (907) 357-6160 or e-mail to promise@mtaonline.net. Your donation is appreciated and the public is welcome to donate if, you are unable to participate; we welcome you to mail in your pledge to: Family Promise Mat-Su, P.O. Box 870587, Wasilla, A.K. 99687 and please mention Cardboard City. Thank you for your support!

  • October 19, 2012 6:00 pm
    October 20, 2012 10:00 pm

    2012 Mighty Matanuska Brewfest

    2012 Mighty Matanuska Brewfest presented by Alaska State Fair, Inc.
    Raven Hall, Friday and Saturday, October 19 & 20, 2012
    Brewfest hours 6 pm - 10 pm

    Get Ready! The 2012 Mighty Matanuska Brewfest will be here before you know it.

    Come share your thoughts about the different brewed spectaculars while enjoying the company of your friends with live music, food vendors, and over 50 different beers for your sampling.

    Check back at a later date - admission prices and ticket sales to be announced.

  • October 27, 2012 -
    October 28, 2012 11:59 pm

    2012 Holiday Bazaar

    2012 Holiday Bazaar
    Presented by Alaska State Fair, Inc.
    Raven Hall
    October 27 – 28, 2012
    Saturday & Sunday

    Holiday Bazaar vendor & show information will be announced at a later date.

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