Peter and Jo Michalski
Promoting Arts, Education, and Community
Jo and Peter both hail from Minnesota, and met while attending the University of Minnesota. Their lifelong partnership began when a mutual friend invited them to the theater (Jo’s first and only blind date). Jo and Peter married in 1969 and moved to Alaska in 1971, after Peter completed his law degree.
Peter’s legal career led to an appointment as Superior Court judge, while Jo became one of the most successful businesswomen in the state. Since they retired, Jo and Peter have stepped up their volunteer efforts, supporting the arts, education, and community development. They have two sons, Matthew and Nathan, both attorneys and living in Anchorage with their families. Two brothers from Moldova have also become part of the family: Dorin and Adrian Parasca, who came to the Michalskis as exchange students and are now living in Chicago and Charlottesville. |
Jo Michalski
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Peter Michalski
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Tikkun Olam: Repair of the World
Jo and Peter Michalski truly embody the spirit of “Tikkun Olam.” They strive to improve their home community – the people, businesses, and institutions that make Alaska a great place to live and work.
Good times with good friends