Palmer Food Bank’s new building offers more space and services
March 16, 2026
The Palmer Food Bank hands out groceries four days a week and never turns away clients, officials said.
Community
Discover upcoming community events in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska. Stay up to date on local festivals, family activities, public meetings and more. Your guide to what’s happening across the Mat-Su Valley.
Iditarod restart returns to its Mat-Su roots Sunday
March 06, 2026
Volunteers, race officials and vendors ready for Willow’s big day this weekend
Yes, there really is a hot air balloon floating around Mat-Su
March 04, 2026
The 85-foot balloon journeyed over Mat-Su neighborhoods as its owners ran a series of test flights.
Feeling ‘wintimidated?’ This event aims to lower barriers to getting outside
March 02, 2026
The annual event is set for March 7 at Government Peak Recreation Area near Palmer.
Connect to Mat-Su with the Sentinel's community summer bingo card
April 27, 2025
Engage with your neighbors and up your civic connection through this activity sheet.
Spring cleanup efforts return to Mat-Su with a new event coming to Crevasse-Moraine
April 24, 2025
The new Cravasse-Moraine clean-up day will rally volunteers to clear waste from the trail system near the landfill.
Shoppers can support Mat-Su youth business owners at this free community expo
April 17, 2025
The event will feature products and services from dozens of young business owners.
Join Mat-Su Sentinel for a civic engagement fair in Talkeetna
April 09, 2025
The event will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 19 in Talkeetna.
Free Mat-Su community baby shower offers gifts and support for new parents
April 09, 2025
The event includes free food and prizes for new parents in Mat-Su.
A new Mat-Su library is looking for an entirely different kind of donation: tools
March 31, 2025
The new lending library will help locals avoid buying unnecessary equipment, officials said.
Free Mat-Su job fair to offer on-the-spot interviews and career connections
March 19, 2025
About 120 Southcentral employers are expected to attend the annual event.
Winter Discovery Day returns with free Hatcher Pass outdoor fun
March 03, 2025
The event will feature winter gear trials and connections with Mat-Su-based outdoor nonprofits and businesses.