GWCC Spring Raffle!

GET YOUR TICKET TODAY! Join the Excitement: Win Big with the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce Spring Raffle! Spring is in full swing, and with it comes the promise of new beginnings and exciting opportunities. I......More

GET YOUR TICKET TODAY! Join the Excitement: Win Big with the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce Spring Raffle! Spring is in full swing, and with it comes the promise of new beginnings and exciting opportunities. If you’re looking to add a touch of thrill to your season, the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce has an incredible offer for you. Prepare for the chance to win fabulous prizes and support your local community by purchasing your Spring Raffle tickets today! Here’s what you need to know: The Spring Raffle is a limited-time event organized by the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce. With a grand total of 24 enticing prizes up for grabs, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. From 2 round trip Alaska Airlines tickets to massages and gift cards galore, there’s something to suit everyone’s taste and preferences. One of the most exciting aspects of this raffle is the exclusivity. Only 300 tickets will be sold, which means your odds of winning are truly remarkable. With such a limited number of tickets available, the competition will be fierce, but the rewards will be well worth it. By purchasing your $20 ticket, you’re not only increasing your chances of winning; you’re also supporting the local community and the initiatives undertaken by the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce. Mark your calendars because the drawing will be held on May 13th. That’s right—it’s just around the corner! As the anticipation builds, there’s no better time to secure your ticket and let the excitement grow. Whether you’re a long-time supporter of the Chamber or a newcomer looking to make a positive impact, participating in the Spring Raffle is an excellent way to get involved and contribute to the growth and success of Wasilla. But wait, there’s more! Let’s take a closer look at the incredible prizes that await the lucky winners. 1 Hr Massage from Alaska Massage Clinic $100 GC to Bearpaw River Brewing Co. $25 GC and Large Red White and Blue Planter from Jacobson's Greenhouse 2 Rock Chip Repair Certificates from Glass Doctor of Mat-Su $250 GC to RC Detail 4-hour Kenai Fjords Wildlife Cruise for 2 from Major Marine Tours $100 Worth of Power from MEA Two 1 Night Stays at Mat-Su Resort 1 Hr Massage from Alaska Massage Clinic $25 GC, Ball Cap & Cologne from CW Tack & Western Wear Gift Basket from the Mat-Su Miners Cologne, Knife with Sheath, and $25 GC from CW Tack & Western Western Wear 2 Rock Chip Repair Certificates from Glass Doctor of Mat-Su Prize Pack from Extreme Fun Center & Valley Cinema Two 1 Night Stays at Mat-Su Resort Kayak Tour for 2 with Miller’s Landing Knife Sheath, Belt Buckle & $25 GC from CW Tack & Western Wear Family Fun Package from the Alaska State Fair Two 1 Night Stays at Mat-Su Resort 30-Minute Portrait Session with Jenna D’ Photography Purse and $25 GC from CW Tack & Western Wear 1 Family Rental Package & 1 Family Day pass from Skeetawk Two Sets of Earrings, Copper Bracelet and $25 GC from CW Tack & Western Wear 2 Round Trip Tickets from Alaska Airlines By participating in the Spring Raffle, you’re not only taking a shot at winning incredible prizes but also supporting the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce in its mission to foster economic growth, promote local businesses, and enhance the quality of life for residents. Your contribution will directly impact the community, helping to create opportunities, jobs, and a vibrant atmosphere for everyone to enjoy. So, don’t miss out on this chance to win big and make a difference in your community. Purchase your Spring Raffle ticket from the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce today. Remember, only 300 tickets will be sold, so act fast and secure your place in this thrilling event. May 13th will be here before you know it, and you’ll want to be part of the excitement as the winners are announced. Embrace the spirit of the season and support your local community with the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce Spring Raffle. Good luck! 24 Prizes means 24 chances to win! Only 300 tickets will be sold! GET YOUR TICKET TODAY!  

Purchase tickets at the provided link or come into the GWCC office 1155 E Depot Rd. Wasilla, AK 99654

Wasilla Clean Up Days!

 Wasilla Community    Clean-Up Days 2025 Join the City of Wasilla for our Annual Community Clean-up Days. Bring out your family, friends or co-workers and help make our community a little cleaner & beautiful!   How it works:  Bag Pick up  1 bundle of 4 free y......More

 Wasilla Community    Clean-Up Days 2025 Join the City of Wasilla for our Annual Community Clean-up Days. Bring out your family, friends or co-workers and help make our community a little cleaner & beautiful!   How it works:  Bag Pick up  1 bundle of 4 free yellow ALPAR bags April 28th thru May9th at the following locations:    Wasilla City Hall, Menard Sports Center, or Wasilla Museum between the hours 8am-4pm. Clean up  trash alongside the City of Wasilla streets, parks, and public lands May 5-10th. Families are required to provide their own personal protection and safety gear to pick up trash alongside the city streets, parks, and public lands. Don’t forget to secure your load if needed by tarps, ropes, bungees, nets, and/or straps during transportation to the dumpster! Please do not leave filled bags in the parks or along the roadside. Drop off  filled ALPAR trash bags either May 10th 9an-5pm,  at the dumpster located in Iditapark parking lot next to the basketball courts by Nelson Avenue. The dumpster will be monitored to prevent any household garbage, car parts, appliances, or hazardous materials from getting into the dumpster. DO NOT drop off any unattended bags at the dumpster site. Items not allowed in dumpster:   Photography ChemicalsTransmission FluidAntifreezePoisons Engine OilBatteries (NiCad, Lithium, etc.)Printer ink CartridgesCar Parts   PCB’s (and PCB Ballasts)Brush, Leaves, StumpsHazardous Waste Tires This program is for cleaning up roadsides and downtown Wasilla, not your household garbage and yard debris!   Win  To be eligible for prizes, post a photo of your clean up efforts (one entry per family) And tag #wasillaparks&recreation on your Facebook page or email your photo to [email protected] with your name & phone number and permission to use photo.   Prizes awarded to one company entry and one family-person entry. Winner will be picked from a random drawing from entries by May 14th.                                                                              

This program is for cleaning up roadsides and downtown Wasilla, not for household or yard debris.

MyHouse "Morning Meeting with the Mayor"

Join the City of Wasilla Mayor Glenda Ledford for Morning Meeting with the Mayor at My House! This happens every Tuesday at the Gathering Grounds at My House. Join the City of Wasilla Mayor, staff from My House and members of the community for good coffee, great con......More

Join the City of Wasilla Mayor Glenda Ledford for Morning Meeting with the Mayor at My House! This happens every Tuesday at the Gathering Grounds at My House. Join the City of Wasilla Mayor, staff from My House and members of the community for good coffee, great conversation and amazing people. You never know who will drop by...let your community circle know that this is a great opportunity to have a chat with our Mayor, Glenda Ledford. A little bit about My House: "We are a unique non-profit that operates several for-profit ventures that offer employment and training you youth age 16-24, with preference given to homeless youth, and the goal of offering financial support back to the organization to support operating costs and services. Our philosophy is to offer a hand up, not a hand out. Youth coming for services are expected to work toward goals and make progress, accept help to remove barriers, and identify challenges personally that keep them from being successful." A little bit about Gathering Grounds Cafe: "Gathering Grounds Cafe trains and employ homeless youth, offering job skills and experience at being barista’s, making proper tea, making soup and panini sandwiches, customer service and teamwork .  Profits from the Cafe support client services, and help provide sustainability to our organization."    

Gathering Grounds Cafe 300 N. Willow St. Wasilla, AK 99654

GWCC Luncheon

Join us for luncheon on May 6th downstairs in the banquet room at Evangelo's Restaurant. Our May 6th luncheon will feature a keynote presentation of State Economic Updates. We will also have a member spotlight presentation by  Elevate Commercial. ***Advanced Re......More

Join us for luncheon on May 6th downstairs in the banquet room at Evangelo's Restaurant. Our May 6th luncheon will feature a keynote presentation of State Economic Updates. We will also have a member spotlight presentation by  Elevate Commercial. ***Advanced Registration is Requested*** This is only to allow us to give our hosts a rough estimate of attendees so they can prepare enough seats. If you are interested in speaking at one of our Chamber Luncheons, please email Jessica detailing who you are, your company, and what you would like to speak about. Our luncheons are hosted at Evangelo's Restaurant in Wasilla on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Check in begins at 11:30AM, program begins at 12PM and ends at 1PM. If you would like to donate anything to the door prizes, don't forget to bring them along!

Evangelo's Restaurant 2350 E. Parks Hwy. Wasilla, AK 99654

Mat-Su CVB Summer Kickoff BBQ

Join us at the barn on Rebarchek Farm at the Alaska State Fairgrounds for our annual Summer Kickoff BBQ! We'll be grilling juicy burgers outdoors and serving all the fixings for delicious pulled pork sandwiches. This event is the perfect chance for members to share news......More

Join us at the barn on Rebarchek Farm at the Alaska State Fairgrounds for our annual Summer Kickoff BBQ! We'll be grilling juicy burgers outdoors and serving all the fixings for delicious pulled pork sandwiches. This event is the perfect chance for members to share news and plans for their business going into the summer season. There are great partnerships to be made, so be sure to attend! To find the barn, enter the fairgrounds near the big Alaska State Fair sign and drive toward the Red Gate. More signs will guide you back to the barn from there. 

The Barn on Rebarchek Farm at the Alaska State Fairgrounds 2075 Glenn Hwy, Palmer, Alaska 99645

Bereavement Support with Ancora Home Health & Hospice

Bereavement Support Group is back! We feel strongly that coming together to discuss grief with others who have experienced a similar loss can be an important part of well-being. If you, or someone you know, would like to take part, please join us. This is an open ......More

Bereavement Support Group is back! We feel strongly that coming together to discuss grief with others who have experienced a similar loss can be an important part of well-being. If you, or someone you know, would like to take part, please join us. This is an open community event; you do not need to have ever received any services from Ancora to attend.  

Ancora Home Health & Hospice 3831 E. Blue Lupine Dr. Suite B Wasilla, AK 99654

BYO Arts and Crafts at WASI

Join us for arts and crafts at WASI. Bring your own supplies!

WASI 1301 S Century Cir, Wasilla, AK 99654

Future Ready: AI Skills For Today's Business

Get Future-Ready with practical AI tools built for business. Join the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce for Future-Ready: AI Skills for Today’s Business — a hands-on, small group training series designed to help you integrate artificial intelligence into your dail......More

Get Future-Ready with practical AI tools built for business. Join the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce for Future-Ready: AI Skills for Today’s Business — a hands-on, small group training series designed to help you integrate artificial intelligence into your daily operations. Each 1-hour session will guide you through real-world applications of AI tools for: Marketing & content creation Data analysis & business efficiency Productivity hacks for busy professionals Whether you’re a tech novice or looking to optimize your AI strategy, these interactive sessions are built to meet you where you are. Small class sizes ensure individualized support and personal Q&A time. Highlights: ✅ Small group, interactive format ✅ Twice monthly sessions ✅ Learn AI tools like ChatGPT, Canva AI, and more ✅ Immediate, practical takeaways ✅ Free for members Seats are limited to ensure quality engagement — reserve early! Session Topics May Include: “Intro to AI: What It Is and Why It Matters” “How to Use ChatGPT for Business Tasks” “Automating Social Media with AI Tools” “AI for Time Management & Workflows” “Real AI Case Studies from Local Businesses”

Classes will be held at the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce 1155 E Depot Rd Wasilla, AK 99654

Preschool Story Time at the Library

Thursdays, 11am – PRESCHOOL STORYTIME.  Kids ages 3-6 are invited to join us for stories, songs, and developmental play in the Multipurpose Room.  Stories used in the Preschool session tend to be a little bit longer as we stretch attention spans in preparation for schoo......More

Thursdays, 11am – PRESCHOOL STORYTIME.  Kids ages 3-6 are invited to join us for stories, songs, and developmental play in the Multipurpose Room.  Stories used in the Preschool session tend to be a little bit longer as we stretch attention spans in preparation for school.  

Wasilla Library 500 N Crusey St. Wasilla, AK

GWCC Government Affairs Committee Meeting

Monthly Government Affairs Committee Meeting at Extreme Fun Center in the Sky Lounge

Held at the Extreme Fun Center, Sky Lounge 3501 Old Matanuska Rd. Wasilla, AK 99654

Baby Lap Sit at the Library

Fridays, 11am - BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME. Introduce your babies to the wonderful world of books with our lapsit storytime on Friday mornings in the Multipurpose Room.  Learn gentle songs and bounces that you can use at home to build pre-literacy skills and engage meaningfu......More

Fridays, 11am - BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME. Introduce your babies to the wonderful world of books with our lapsit storytime on Friday mornings in the Multipurpose Room.  Learn gentle songs and bounces that you can use at home to build pre-literacy skills and engage meaningfully with your babies.  Best for ages 0-2. 

Wasilla Library 500 N Crusey St. Wasilla, AK

Clean Air Challenge with Midnight Valley Riders!

Join the Midnight Valley Riders in Talkeetna for the Clean Air Challenge!

Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge

Coffee with a Veteran at Black Birch Books

Join Black Birch Books at 10am every Saturday morning for coffee with a veteran! All are welcome. The coffee is FREE and the veterans are bitter.  We're never quiet and full of stories. The event ends when we feel like it. *Black Birch Books is owned by a female di......More

Join Black Birch Books at 10am every Saturday morning for coffee with a veteran! All are welcome. The coffee is FREE and the veterans are bitter.  We're never quiet and full of stories. The event ends when we feel like it. *Black Birch Books is owned by a female disabled veteran. We exclusive hire homeless youth from this community and we're the only bookbinder in the state. All people are welcome in our space.* All events are scheduled by request. Please let us know if you'd like us to host something!

Black Birch Books 2901 E. Bogard Rd #104 Wasilla, AK 99654

OC Detailing & Auto Reconditioning Ribbon Cutting

Just us for the official ribbon cutting of the first and only detailing supply storefront in the valley, OC Detailing and Auto Reconditioning! 

1201 N Lucille Street, Wasilla, AK, 99654

Brunch at Bearpaw River Brewing!

Special pizza menu featuring brunch pizzas and beermosas!

"Big" Bearpaw River Brewing 240 E. Railroad Ave. Wasilla, AK 99654

UFC 315: Muhammad vs Della Maddalena

UFC 315: Muhammad vs Della Maddalena The Octagon returns to Montreal, Quebec, Canada for the first time since 2015, and on May 10, fans at the Bell Centre will be treated to a stacked card headlined by a championship doubleheader. In the main event of UFC 315, Belal......More

UFC 315: Muhammad vs Della Maddalena The Octagon returns to Montreal, Quebec, Canada for the first time since 2015, and on May 10, fans at the Bell Centre will be treated to a stacked card headlined by a championship doubleheader. In the main event of UFC 315, Belal Muhammad defends his welterweight crown for the first time against Australian powerhouse Jack Della Maddalena. Perfect in seven trips to the Octagon, including five post-fight bonus-winning efforts, Della Maddalena is determined to bring a title down under, but in Muhammad, he will be facing a fighter who is undefeated for over six years while beating the best of the best at 170 pounds. In the co-main event, Valentina Shevchenko begins her second reign atop the flyweight division when she tackles top French contender Manon Fiorot.   UFC 315: Muhammad vs Della Maddalena - Saturday, May 10th live from Bell Centre in Montreal, Canada.

The Valley Cinema, Wasilla AK

Mother's Day at the Reindeer Farm

Free admission for Mothers all day!

The Reindeer Farm in Palmer, AK

Brunch at Bearpaw River Brewing!

Special pizza menu featuring brunch pizzas and beermosas!

"Big" Bearpaw River Brewing 240 E. Railroad Ave. Wasilla, AK 99654

AKtive Soles Happy Run

Join AKtive Soles Performance Footwear for Happy Run EVERY MONDAY, rain or shine! The course alternates every other week and both routes start at AKtive Soles Performance Footwear and end at the Palmer Ale House, To see the routes, visit ......More

Join AKtive Soles Performance Footwear for Happy Run EVERY MONDAY, rain or shine! The course alternates every other week and both routes start at AKtive Soles Performance Footwear and end at the Palmer Ale House, To see the routes, visit here Free raffle at the end of every run including pizza giveaway provided by Palmer Ale House. For an extra raffle ticket dress up in the theme of the week. Look up the theme by simply signing up for our newsletter or on Facebook. All ages and abilities are welcome. Bring a friend and make your Monday a happy and healthy start to your week!

AKtive Soles Performance Footwear 642 S. Alaska St. Ste. 100 Palmer, AK 99645

MyHouse "Morning Meeting with the Mayor"

Join the City of Wasilla Mayor Glenda Ledford for Morning Meeting with the Mayor at My House! This happens every Tuesday at the Gathering Grounds at My House. Join the City of Wasilla Mayor, staff from My House and members of the community for good coffee, great con......More

Join the City of Wasilla Mayor Glenda Ledford for Morning Meeting with the Mayor at My House! This happens every Tuesday at the Gathering Grounds at My House. Join the City of Wasilla Mayor, staff from My House and members of the community for good coffee, great conversation and amazing people. You never know who will drop by...let your community circle know that this is a great opportunity to have a chat with our Mayor, Glenda Ledford. A little bit about My House: "We are a unique non-profit that operates several for-profit ventures that offer employment and training you youth age 16-24, with preference given to homeless youth, and the goal of offering financial support back to the organization to support operating costs and services. Our philosophy is to offer a hand up, not a hand out. Youth coming for services are expected to work toward goals and make progress, accept help to remove barriers, and identify challenges personally that keep them from being successful." A little bit about Gathering Grounds Cafe: "Gathering Grounds Cafe trains and employ homeless youth, offering job skills and experience at being barista’s, making proper tea, making soup and panini sandwiches, customer service and teamwork .  Profits from the Cafe support client services, and help provide sustainability to our organization."    

Gathering Grounds Cafe 300 N. Willow St. Wasilla, AK 99654

GWCC 29th Annual Military Appreciation Lunch

Join us at the 29th Annual Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce Military Appreciation Lunch on May 13th at Settlers Bay Golf Course.  Come support our Military - Past, Present, and Future - with the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce. Our agenda will be posted soo......More

Join us at the 29th Annual Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce Military Appreciation Lunch on May 13th at Settlers Bay Golf Course.  Come support our Military - Past, Present, and Future - with the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce. Our agenda will be posted soon. Last year's Military History Trivia was a hit and will happen again this year! Held at the beautiful Settlers Bay Golf Course, with its spectacular views of snow-capped mountains flanked by Cook Inlet, we couldn't ask for a better setting for this event. Register now! This event has sold out the past few years and tickets will not be available at the door! Registration closes May 6, 2025.  Are you a Veteran or a present member of our Military and would like to attend? Contact Chamber Staff for sponsored ticket availability, we would love to have you attend. If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact GWCC Event Coordinator Ashley Staller. Sponsorship may also be added during event registration check-out online.   

Settlers Bay Golf Course 7307 S Frontier Dr. Wasilla, AK 99654

GWCC Budget Committee Meeting

Monthly GWCC Budget Committee Meeting If you are interested in serving on the GWCC Budget Committee, please contact the Chamber directly.

GWCC 1155 E. Depot Rd. Wasilla, AK 99654

Story Time- Pigs at the Reindeer Farm

Join us for a story, craft and petting of our spotlight animal!

The Reindeer Farm in Palmer, AK

Bereavement Support with Ancora Home Health & Hospice

Bereavement Support Group is back! We feel strongly that coming together to discuss grief with others who have experienced a similar loss can be an important part of well-being. If you, or someone you know, would like to take part, please join us. This is an open ......More

Bereavement Support Group is back! We feel strongly that coming together to discuss grief with others who have experienced a similar loss can be an important part of well-being. If you, or someone you know, would like to take part, please join us. This is an open community event; you do not need to have ever received any services from Ancora to attend.  

Ancora Home Health & Hospice 3831 E. Blue Lupine Dr. Suite B Wasilla, AK 99654

BYO Arts and Crafts at WASI

Join us for arts and crafts at WASI. Bring your own supplies!

WASI 1301 S Century Cir, Wasilla, AK 99654

Preschool Story Time at the Library

Thursdays, 11am – PRESCHOOL STORYTIME.  Kids ages 3-6 are invited to join us for stories, songs, and developmental play in the Multipurpose Room.  Stories used in the Preschool session tend to be a little bit longer as we stretch attention spans in preparation for schoo......More

Thursdays, 11am – PRESCHOOL STORYTIME.  Kids ages 3-6 are invited to join us for stories, songs, and developmental play in the Multipurpose Room.  Stories used in the Preschool session tend to be a little bit longer as we stretch attention spans in preparation for school.  

Wasilla Library 500 N Crusey St. Wasilla, AK

Future Ready: AI Skills For Today's Business

Get Future-Ready with practical AI tools built for business. Join the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce for Future-Ready: AI Skills for Today’s Business — a hands-on, small group training series designed to help you integrate artificial intelligence into your dail......More

Get Future-Ready with practical AI tools built for business. Join the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce for Future-Ready: AI Skills for Today’s Business — a hands-on, small group training series designed to help you integrate artificial intelligence into your daily operations. Each 1-hour session will guide you through real-world applications of AI tools for: Marketing & content creation Data analysis & business efficiency Productivity hacks for busy professionals Whether you’re a tech novice or looking to optimize your AI strategy, these interactive sessions are built to meet you where you are. Small class sizes ensure individualized support and personal Q&A time. Highlights: ✅ Small group, interactive format ✅ Twice monthly sessions ✅ Learn AI tools like ChatGPT, Canva AI, and more ✅ Immediate, practical takeaways ✅ Free for members Seats are limited to ensure quality engagement — reserve early! Session Topics May Include: “Intro to AI: What It Is and Why It Matters” “How to Use ChatGPT for Business Tasks” “Automating Social Media with AI Tools” “AI for Time Management & Workflows” “Real AI Case Studies from Local Businesses”

Classes will be held at the Greater Wasilla Chamber of Commerce 1155 E Depot Rd Wasilla, AK 99654

Baby Lap Sit at the Library

Fridays, 11am - BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME. Introduce your babies to the wonderful world of books with our lapsit storytime on Friday mornings in the Multipurpose Room.  Learn gentle songs and bounces that you can use at home to build pre-literacy skills and engage meaningfu......More

Fridays, 11am - BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME. Introduce your babies to the wonderful world of books with our lapsit storytime on Friday mornings in the Multipurpose Room.  Learn gentle songs and bounces that you can use at home to build pre-literacy skills and engage meaningfully with your babies.  Best for ages 0-2. 

Wasilla Library 500 N Crusey St. Wasilla, AK