The Denali Nordic Ski Club is hosting a full moon ski on Sunday, February 1st. All are invited to come enjoy the new snow, the full moon, some hot chocolate, possibly some hot dogs. The ski is from 6:00-8:00pm. The ski is from 6:00-8:00pm at the Comstat Trailhead. Choose your trail.

Susitna Valley Jr/Sr High had a last minute addition to their home basketball schedule and will be hosting Tikigaq High School for the first time today, February 3rd. Varsity Girls tip off at 3:30 pm and boys at 5 pm. Games will be streamed on NFHS.

Talkeetna's Music Academy Choir rehearsal will be this evening, Thursday, 5:30pm at St. Bernard's Catholic Church. All are welcome.

Talkeetna Historical Society hosts the annual Talkeetna Jeopardy at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Thursday, February 5th. The fun starts at 7pm. Please contact Autumn Merritt at 907-304-0321 if you have any questions.

The Denali Arts Council hosts several events on Friday as part of their annual Talkeetna Ice Festival.  The Talkeetna Art Walk includes the Fiber Art exhibit at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar as well as featured artists at businesses in Talkeetna. Between 3 and 6pm, pick up an art passport and map at the Flying Squirrel Bakery and Cafe or at the Hangar and get it stamped on your art walk. From 6 to 7pm, there will be fire spinners outside the Hangar. The final event is a candlelight concert in the hangar with award-winning violinist Tim Kliphuis and jazz guitarist Jimmy Grant, performing Django Duets.

Mat-Su College is hosting a Financial Aid Resource Fair at their campus on College Drive in Palmer on Saturday, February 7th, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. There will be help for completing the application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), information on scholarships and advice on funding post-secondary education. Campus tours will also be available. For more information,  email dmhaddeland@alaska.edu or call 907-745-9746.

The Friends of the Talkeetna Library host Take Your Child to the Library Day at the Talkeetna Public Library on Saturday, February 7th from 11am until 4pm. Kids can sign up for their own library card, learn how to use the library with a scavenger hunt, create a Valentine's craft, and do a science experiment that yields a sweet treat. Refreshments and snacks will be available. There is also be a book fair at the library through Saturday, a portion of the proceeds go to the Friends of the Talkeetna Library and towards the purchase of new material for the community. Learn more on the Talkeetna Library's Facebook Page.

Denali Arts Council is offering an ice carving workshop with Professional Ice Sculptor, Tommy Salami. on Sunday, February 8th. In the workshop you will carve a 10lb block of ice into a masterpiece that you get to take home. Ice and tools will be provided. This workshop will be held outside at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar, so dress warmly. There are 2 sessions to choose between: 11am-1pm and 2-4 pm. Registration is available on denaliartscouncil.org.

The Denali Nordic Ski Club hosts the annual Poker Ski, a 7.5ish mile ski from the Flying Squirrel Bakery and Cafe to Denali BrewPub, downtown.  This ski begins at 12pm from the Flying Squirrel and is fun for all ages. 

The VFW in Talkeetna is hosting a Super Bowl party this Sunday, February 8th. Doors open at 1pm, kick off is at 2:30pm. There will be wings and door prizes; attendees may bring something to add to the Snack Stadium.

The Talkeetna Recycling Committee meet on Tuesday, February 10th, at 4:30pm via Zoom. Recyclers are welcome to join the committee and help plan for some upcoming events. For meeting information contact Cici at 907-355-8324.

Talkeetna Library’s Breakfast Book Club meets at 9:30am by the fireplace on Wednesday, February 11th. The selection for this month, in honor of Black History Month, is What the Fireflies Knew by Kai Harris. The book club meets in person and on Zoom. Breakfast snacks and beverages will be served. For more information, or to pick up a copy of the book, stop by or call 907-861-7645.

The Friends of Benka Lake have postponed their quarterly meeting due to the weather. They will announce the rescheduled date at a further time. You may call Forrest with any questions at (907)355-3179.

Talkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime at 11:15am on Thursdays with a snack, stories and a craft. The theme this week is I Love My Library. All are welcome. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

Talkeetna's Music Academy Choir rehearsal this week is Thursday, 5:30pm at St. Bernard's Catholic Church. All are welcome.

The Denali Nordic Ski Club is holding their monthly board meeting on Thursday, February 12th at 6:15 p.m. at the Talkeetna library. All are welcome.

Multi Users of Talkeetna Trails (MUTT) and Denali Nordic Ski Club are hosting Love on the Loops, a combined human and dog powered relay race. The event is at Talkeetna Lakes Park off Comsat Rd. on February 14th, at noon, starting on X lake. Each relay loop is around 5 km and bib pick up is 11:20 am. Visit talkeetnamutt.org to register for this event. For more information, please email denalinordicskiclub@gmail.com

Talkeetna Library hosts the Tween Page to Screen book club on Saturday, February 14th from 5 to 7pm. They will be watching the movie adaptation of Alex Rider: Stormbreaker by Anthony Horowitz. Pizza and snacks will be served. This program is for tweens, ages 9 to 12 years old. For more information, call 907-861-7645.

The KTNA Board of Directors meets the third Monday of the month at 4:30pm at the station on 2nd Street in Talkeetna. The next one is on February 16th, all are welcome. For more information, call 907-733-1700 or email manager@ktna.org.

Denali Arts Council presents another B Movie Bingo on Tuesday, February 17th at 8 pm. All are welcome for another evening of B rated film, B rated prizes, and A rated fun. Adult theme, over 21 suggested.

Talkeetna Elementary PTA hosts Open Gym at Talkeetna Elementary School's gym on Wednesdays from 4:30-6:00 pm. You may email REBECCA.HRDY@matsuk12.us for more information.

Friends of the Talkeetna Library host the next Stone Soup adult cooking class at 5pm on Wednesday, February 18th at the Talkeetna Public Library. All supplies are provided. Class size is limited, preregistration is required. For more information and to register, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

The Talkeetna Skatepark Committee is meeting on Wednesday, February 18th at 6PM at the Talkeetna Public Library. They are looking for more people who are interested in volunteering. You may email TKAskatepark@gmail.com and visit their Facebook Page for more information.

The Trapper Creek Community Council meets the 3rd Thursday of every month at 6:30pm at the Trapper Community Center. The next meeting is February 19th. All are welcome to attend.

LowDown Brass Band will be performing at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Thursday, February 19th. Embodying the vibrant Chicago music culture, LowDown Brass Band is a horn ensemble weaving the rhythm of the streets with conscious hip hop, reggae, and soul. Doors open at 6:30pm, and the show starts at 7. Tickets are available at denaliartscouncil.org.

Denali Arts Council hosts a stained glass workshop on Saturday, February 21st. This 6 hour workshop will be instructed by Debra Whaley, who has been a stained glass artist for 45 years. Participants may choose between 5 different designs. All materials are provided, and participants will take home a completed stained glass project. Participants must be at least 14 years old. Registration is available online: denaliartscouncil.org.

The Talkeetna Library hosts a Jigsaw Puzzle Competition on Saturday, February 21st from 12 to 4pm. Teams of two may choose between the two categories: 750 pieces and 500 pieces. Space is limited so pre-registration is recommended. You can call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645. This event is for all ages, team names are encouraged.

The Su Dog 300 Sled Dog Race hosts their Closing Ceremony on Tuesday, February 24th at Willow Community Center beginning at 6pm. You can follow the mushers with the Live Tracker and learn more at sudog300.org.

Talkeetna Elementary PTA hosts Open Gym at Talkeetna Elementary School's gym on Wednesdays from 4:30-6:00 pm. (free)  You may email REBECCA.HRDY@matsuk12.us for more information.

The Friends of Benka Lake are holding their quarterly meeting Wednesday, February 25th at 6:30pm at the Talkeetna VFW. All are welcome.  You may call Forrest with any questions at (907)355-3179.

Due to the extreme temperatures in Fairbanks Thursday evening to Friday morning, the Alaska Railroad is canceling the Thursday/Friday Aurora Winter Train.
Today (Thursday), they are running the Hurricane Turn schedule. Light food service from the Bistro will be available.
On Friday, there will be no train service available.

As of now, the Aurora train is still scheduled for Saturday northbound and Sunday southbound.
The number for the Alaska Railroad is 1-800-544-0552.

Talkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime at 11:15am on Thursdays with a snack, stories and a craft. The theme this week is Sled Dogs, all are welcome. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

The Sunshine Clinic Board of Directors meets the last Thursday of every month. The next meeting via Zoom on Thursday, February 26th at 5:00pm. The public is welcome to attend. You can find the Zoom link and info in the announcement on ktna.org.

meeting ID: 852 2671 8147 and passcode 645246.

The Friends of the Talkeetna Library host computer classes every 2nd and 4th Friday from 1 to 3pm at the Talkeetna Public Library through May 8th. The next class is on February 27th and will cover Computer Basics. The schedule including topics can be found in the event on KTNA's community calendar. For questions and to sign up, call the Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

Denali Arts Council presents their annual fundraiser, Raising Spirits, on Saturday, February 28th from 4 to 7pm. This elegant event features artisan-crafted cocktails from five Alaskan distilleries, catered food, aerial performances, and a silent auction. Proceeds raised will support the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar and the Emmila A. Denny Scholarship Fund. Tickets are available at denaliartscouncil.org.

Talkeetna Library hosts the Teen Page to Screen book club on Saturday, February 28th at 6pm. They are discussing the book; The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness and watching the movie based on this book; Chaos Walking. Snacks and treats will be served. This program is for teens, ages 13 to 18 years old. For more information, call 907-861-7645.