Alaska Matters: Happy Thanksgiving!

Protecting Your Rights: Serving West Anchorage

November 22, 2023

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

Happy Thanksgiving! Tomorrow is Thanksgiving, a time to appreciate our many blessings and to spend time with family, friends, and neighbors. We hope everyone enjoys a happy and safe holiday weekend.

Giving Back

Giving Tuesday

The Tuesday after Thanksgiving is Giving Tuesday. Every year, on Giving Tuesday, nonprofits mobilize millions of people across the globe to show up, give back, and help improve their communities.

We encourage all who can take part in this national day of giving and provide support in a way that is meaningful to you. Here are just a few opportunities to support Alaskan charities and organizations:

2023 Turkey Trot

Every donation through the Turkey Trot registration page goes directly to the Food Bank of Alaska. If you would like to donate directly to them or find other ways to support this critical organization, visit the Food Bank of Alaska's website. Thank you for any support!

Click here to register for the Skinny Raven Turkey Trot, starting in-person at 10:30 AM on Thursday, November 23rd.

Community Information

→ 2024 State Park Annual Parking Pass

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced that State Parks 2024 Parking Passes are now available.

Parking passes are $60 until December 31, then the price will increase to $75 on January 1, 2024. Boat launch passes will also be available for $150.

Please visit DNR's website for more information or to purchase. Click here for more details.

→ Affordable Connectivity Program

The Affordable Connectivity Program is a Federal program that gives up to $75/month to Alaskan households to qualify and are having trouble affording broadband internet.

Check out getinternet.gov to see if you qualify for a Federal subsidy.

Community Events

Mark your calendar for these upcoming events:

Small Business Saturday

Each year, Anchorage Downtown Partnership, Ltd. teams up with American Express to support our downtown small businesses by promoting Small Business Saturday, a yearly, nationwide event to encourage shopping at local small businesses.

Participating Downtown Anchorage businesses provide fun holiday products or specials highlighted on the Small Business Saturday downtown map. Check out the Anchorage Downtown Partnership's website for more information.

When: Saturday, November 25th

Where: Downtown Anchorage

Spenard Community Council

When: Tuesday, December 6th from 7:00 - 8:45 PM

Where: In person at Spenard Recreation Center (2020 W 48th Ave). Click here for details.