Upcoming Community Events

Calling all Wasilla Swifties! You asked for it . . . but are you ready for it?

Your Brunch Era has arrived! Join us for the ultimate Taylor Swift-inspired Sing-Along Brunch, where the vibes will be sparkling, the food will be delicious, and the playlist will hit harder than your last situationship.

We’re officially entering our Brunch Era, where the best people in life are free and every table feels like a reunion tour. Expect iconic anthems, singalongs, and a room full of instant besties singing every word like it’s opening night of the Eras Tour. No explanation, just reputation. No microphones, no judgment. Just pure mob-singing magic, champagne clinks, and a brunch buffet that never goes out of style.

So make the friendship bracelets, warm up your vocal cords, gather your backup singers. Whether you’re feeling 22 or ready to shake it off, get ready to sing like you’re Miss Americana!

You're invited to our upcoming Exercise Your Right to Vote (and Dance Party!) event. Please share the flyer below with the people we support, their families, and others in your network who may be interested. People with disabilities, their families, supporters, and community members are all welcome. Attendees will learn more about voting in a fun, welcoming environment, enjoy a light dinner, and celebrate with a dance party.

Join Hope Studios for "Bloom with a View," an enchanting art exhibit presented by Hope Community Resources in collaboration with the Alaska Botanical Garden.

This one-of-a-kind event showcases original artwork created by the talented artists of Hope Studios, with pieces displayed throughout the garden for visitors to discover and enjoy.

Enjoy an evening reception from 4:00–7:00pm, where you can meet some of the featured artists and enjoy light refreshments and beverages. If you're an art enthusiast, a garden lover, or just looking for a memorable community event, "Bloom with a View" will be a fun and unique celebration of art, community, and beautiful Alaska.

Admission to the art show will be by donation throughout the day, making it easy for everyone to enjoy the exhibit.

Event Highlights

• Original artwork by Hope Studios artists displayed throughout the garden
• Meet featured artists during the reception
• Complimentary light appetizers and beverages (while supplies last)
• Enjoy admission by donation to the Garden all day

Celebrate summer at the Alaska Zoo for their final Summer Family Fun Day on August 16 from 12–6pm. Enjoy live music performances from Gail Skurla & Bill Weinfurter, featuring folk, Americana, and acoustic favorites, followed by Denise Martin & Jim Kerr with dulcimer music and juggling entertainment. Guests can also explore food trucks, the petting zoo, animal enrichment activities, zoo trail fun, the gift shop, and community partner booths – including Hope.

Join us for a free, in-person community forum to discuss future housing needs and neuro-inclusive community models for people who experience intellectual and developmental disabilities.

As more Alaskans who experience intellectual and developmental disabilities reach adulthood—and families are planning for the future—how can we ensure everyone has the supports, opportunities, and sense of belonging they need at every stage of life?

Hope Community Resources invites you to an in-person community forum to explore future housing needs, intentional communities, neuro-inclusive housing models, and a planned life-sharing community in the Mat-Su Valley called Ptarmigan Commons.

Whether you are a person who experiences a disability, a family member, caregiver, provider, advocate, community partner, or simply interested in learning more, we invite you to be part of the conversation.

Good news! Our 80's Sing-Along Brunch, which we previously postponed, is officially back on the calendar with the same totally awesome theme—just a new date. Join us on Saturday, July 18 from 11:00am –2:00pm for the ultimate 80's Sing-Along Brunch!

Hungry Like The Wolf? Every ticket includes an amazing brunch buffet. (All beverages & additional menu items available for purchase.)

So, like, totally grab your Aqua Net, tease that hair, pull out your acid wash jeans, wear neon everything, and get ready to relive the decade that gave us mixtapes, roller rinks, MTV, Pac-Man, and some of the greatest songs from the best decade EVER!

Buy 1 ticket for $40 or get 2 tickets for only $60. When you register, tell us your favorite 80s song so we can add it to the day's playlist.

Celebrate the artistic talents of people with disabilities at Disability Expo Day at the Alaska State Fair!

Visit the Shining Abilities Craft Fair, where you can buy products made by talented creators with disabilities, and discover a variety of resources through information booths, a calm sensory area, and interactive sensory activities. Connect with agencies, community organizations, and family supports to obtain disability-related information.

If you or someone you support would like to attend the Disability Expo, visit the NEW events building (purple gate area) on August 24 from 11am – 4:30pm and help support the artist entrepreneurs and disability advocates, and get information about community resources and opportunities.

Building on the momentum of past events, the conference will once again bring together partners from across Alaska to share knowledge, explore innovative practices, and build partnerships in support of Trust beneficiaries. Attendees can expect engaging sessions, meaningful dialogue, and opportunities to connect around solutions that improve access, outcomes, and quality of life for Alaskans served by the mental health and disability care system.

🌘 The night is calling...

You're invited to Hope's signature fundraising event, the ✨Graveyard Glam: A Cemetery Soirée✨ on Saturday, October 24 at the Egan Center, where shadows will linger, secrets will whisper, and every moment will be unforgettable.

Inspired by moonlit cemeteries and haunted houses, it will be a hauntingly fun Halloween party with hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and cocktails, dancing, live and silent auctions, costume contests, raffles, photo booths, and plenty of unexpected magic—all while supporting Alaskans who experience disabilities.