Native Village of Gakona

04/20/2026

🌟 We’re Hiring! Join Our Team 🌟

The Gakona Youth Development Center is looking for a Youth Development Specialist (Part-Time) to join our team!

If you are passionate about supporting children, creating positive learning environments, and making a difference in our community, we’d love to hear from you!

🕗 Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 12:30 pm

In this role, you’ll help provide a safe, healthy and engaging environment for infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children while supporting educational activities and child development.

✨ Meaningful work. Real impact. ✨

📩 Apply online at: www.nvgakona.com
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Questions? Call 907-822-5777

04/18/2026

Join us as we recognize Domestic Violence & Child Abuse Prevention & Awareness 💙

🎉 Trivia Night 🎉

📍Buster Gene Memorial Facility
🗓️ Tuesday, April 21st
🕔 5-8 pm

Bring your friends, test your knowledge, and be part of an important conversation that strengthens our community.

04/09/2026

🌿🌎 Join Us for the 2026 Environmental Fair! 🌎🌿

📅 Tuesday, April 28 & Wednesday, April 29, 2026
⏰ Tuesday: 9:25 AM – 6 PM | Wednesday: 10 AM – 6 PM
📍 Glennallen School

Come explore interactive exhibits, environmental resources, and fun activities for all ages. Learn how we can work together to protect our lands and waters for future generations. 💚

03/11/2026

CRNA is hosting a Job Fair @ GHS Wednesday, March 18th from 10-2. If you want to be a vendor or participant please contact Juanita Johns: 907-822-8895.

03/04/2026

Today!

The Native Village of Gakona is hosting a Community Dinner! 🍲🌲

📍 Location: Buster Gene Memorial Facility
🗓 Wednesday, March 4
⏰ 5:00 PM

Join us for a warm meal of chili, cornbread, and salad and learn about important community resources:

🔥 The Environmental Department will be presenting the Wildfire Explorer Tool — come see how this tool can help our community stay informed and prepared.

🤝 We’ll also have a Boy’s & Girl’s Club outreach sharing opportunities for our youth and families.

Come eat, connect, and spend the evening with your community. We hope to see you there!

02/27/2026

The Native Village of Gakona is hosting a Community Dinner! 🍲🌲

📍 Location: Buster Gene Memorial Facility
🗓 Wednesday, March 4
⏰ 5:00 PM

Join us for a warm meal of chili, cornbread, and salad and learn about important community resources:

🔥 The Environmental Department will be presenting the Wildfire Explorer Tool — come see how this tool can help our community stay informed and prepared.

🤝 We’ll also have a Boy’s & Girl’s Club outreach sharing opportunities for our youth and families.

Come eat, connect, and spend the evening with your community. We hope to see you there!

12/31/2025

🎄✨ You’re Invited! Native Village of Gakona Christmas Party & Dinner ✨🎄

Join us tonight for a evening full of holiday cheer, good food, and fun for the whole community!

📆 Tuesday, December 30th
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Buster Gene Memerial Facility

🎅 Whats Happening:
• Christmas Dinner
• Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest
• Gift Exchange Game
• $10 Cribbage Tourney
• Activities for all ages

Bring your festive spirit, your coziest (or ugliest) sweater, and come celebrate the season with us. Let’s end the year together with laughter, games and full plates 🎄❤️

12/23/2025

Due to freezing temperatures, we are postponing the Native Village of Gakona Party & Dinner to keep everyone safe and warm.

📅 NEW DATE: Monday, December 30
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Buster Gene Memorial Facility
Everything else stays the same—just a new date!

❄️ Please note: The office is also closed today due to the weather.

Bundle up, spread the word, and we look forward to celebrating together on December 30! ❤️🎄

🎄✨ Native Village of Gakona Party & Dinner ✨🎄

Join us for a festive evening full of food, fun and holiday cheer!

📅 Tuesday, December 23
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Buster Gene Memorial Facility

🎅 Whats happening:
• Christmas Dinner
• Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest
• Gift Exchange Game
• $10 Cribbage Tourney
• Activities for all ages

Bring your family, wear ypu ugliest sweater, and come celebrate the season with your community. We can’t wait to see everyone there! ❤️🎄

12/16/2025

🎄✨ Native Village of Gakona Party & Dinner ✨🎄

Join us for a festive evening full of food, fun and holiday cheer!

📅 Tuesday, December 23
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Buster Gene Memorial Facility

🎅 Whats happening:
• Christmas Dinner
• Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest
• Gift Exchange Game
• $10 Cribbage Tourney
• Activities for all ages

Bring your family, wear ypu ugliest sweater, and come celebrate the season with your community. We can’t wait to see everyone there! ❤️🎄

11/26/2025

🚐 FOR SALE: 2005 Chevrolet Astro Van (4WD, 1/2 Ton, 4.3L Vortec V6)
Closed Bid Auction

📌 Vehicle Details
• Year/Make/Model: 2005 Chevrolet Astro
• Mileage: 79,062 miles
• Drive Type: Four Wheel Drive (4WD)
• Engine: LU6 4.3L Vortec V6
• Capacity: 1/2 Ton
• Tires: Includes both summer and winter sets
• Condition: Used

📊 Value Information
• NADA Dealer Retail: $3,725
• Kelley Blue Book Private Party Value: $5,200
(Values provided for reference only. Final sale price will be determined by highest qualified bid.)

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🔒 Closed Bid Auction Instructions

This vehicle will be sold through a closed bid process.
Starting Bid: $3,000 (bids below this amount will not be accepted)

All interested buyers must submit a sealed bid that includes:
1. Full Name & Contact Information
2. Bid Amount (your best and final offer—no negotiations after submission)
3. Statement of Intent confirming you understand the sale is “as-is, where-is”
4. Submission Deadline – All bids must be received by: December 19, 2025

Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope labeled:
“2005 Chevy Astro – Closed Bid”

Drop off at the Native Village of Gakona, or mail to:

Native Village of Gakona
PO Box 102
Gakona, AK 99586

Late or incomplete bids will not be considered.

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🏁 Winning Bidder

The highest qualified bid at or above the $3,000 minimum will be selected after the deadline. The selected bidder will be notified and must complete payment and pickup within 7 Days.

Questions: Call 907.822.5777

10/22/2025

🌎 Join us for the Heinz Site Brownfield & Recycling Night! 🌿

The Native Village of Gakona invites you to an evening of good food, community updates, and important conversations about recycling and the Heinz Site Brownfield project.

🗓 5:00 PM
📍 Buster Gene Memorial Facility
🍽 Dinner Provided: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and salad

BGES, the contractor for the Heinz Site project, will be giving a presentation about the site and site assessment process.
Plus, Sarah from CRNA will share an announcement about a successful Brownfield cleanup and what it means for our community.

Bring your questions, ideas, and appetite — we’ll see you there!