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Vendors for Holiday Market – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarThere are still vending spaces open for the upcoming Holiday Market at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on November 29th and 30th. They are seeking local vendors to feature homemade art, crafts and goods for both indoor and outdoor tables. You may register at denaliartscouncil.org
Mat-Su library closures
Trapper Creek Public LibraryMat-Su libraries are closed this Thursday and Friday, November 27th and 28th for the Thanksgiving holiday. This includes Trapper Creek, Talkeetna and Willow Public Library. The Talkeetna Public Library reminds you that the wi-fi is always on and accessible from the parking lot, the password is on the door.
Teens’ Book to Movie Program – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna Public Library hosts their Teens’ Book to Movie Program, on Saturday, November 29th from 6 to 8pm. They will be showing The Giver - a movie is based on the novel by Lois Lowry. There will be a snack and discussion of the movie and book. Next month’s books will be handed out for the teens to read and keep. This monthly program for teens ages 13-18. For more information you may contact the Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.
Holiday Market – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarThe Denali Arts Council Holiday Market is at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Saturday and Sunday, November 29th and 30th from 10am until 5pm. There will be locally made art, crafts and goods for sale. Soups and festive beverages will be available for purchase. Learn more at denaliartscouncil.org.
2026 Parking Passes Available -Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTrailhead Parking and Remote Property Owners parking passes for 2026 are available at the Talkeetna Public Library during open hours, Monday through Saturday 11am to 6pm. You will need to bring your ID for the trailhead pass, and also your insurance paperwork for your vehicles for the Remote Property Owner pass. The library only accepts cash or checks for payment. If you need to pay with a credit or debit card, the librarians can help you online at matsu.gov.
Talkeetna Community Council monthly meeting
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Talkeetna Community Council meets on Monday, December 1st at 7pm at the Talkeetna Public Library and over Zoom. Visit talkeetnacouncil.org for more information including the Zoom link.
Winter Plein Air Painting class – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarWatercolorist Miles Bloomfield is instructing a series of Winter Plein Air Painting classes. Classes are from 1 to 4pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on most Tuesdays, through January. This is an outdoor painting class, so participants should dress for the weather. If temperatures are too cold, the class will be held indoors. All supplies are provided. Sign up is available at denaliartscouncil.org. Drop-ins are welcome if space allows.
Community Advisory Board (CAB) Meeting
KTNA 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, United StatesThere will be a meeting of KTNA’s Community Advisory Board (CAB) Tuesday, December 2nd at 5pm at the station on 2nd Street in Talkeetna. All are welcome. For more information, call 907-733-1700 or email info@ktna.org.
Medicare Counseling Appointments
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaOn Wednesday, December 3rd, one-on-one Medicare counseling appointments are available in the afternoon at the Talkeetna Public Library. To schedule your appointment, please call 907-310-2951. For more information, follow the link in the announcement on ktna.org to the Medicare Information Office
Willow Library Mentoring Program
Willow Public LibraryThe Willow Public Library's Mentoring Program meets every Wednesday from 3:10 to 4:30pm, when Willow Elementary School is in session. This program is for Kindergartners through 5th graders. You may call the Willow Library at 907-861-7655 with questions.
Talkeetna Skatepark Committee Meeting
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Talkeetna Skatepark Committee is meeting on Wednesday, December 3rd at 6:30pm at the Talkeetna Public Library. All are welcome to attend.
WACO Monthly Meeting
Willow Community CenterThe Willow Area Community Organization's (WACO) monthly meetings are held at 7pm on the first Wednesday of every month at the Willow Community Center. The next meeting is December 3rd. More information at waco-ak.org
Strong Women Exercise Group – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaStrong Women exercise group meet at 10 am at the Talkeetna Public Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays. A Zoom option is available. This program is aimed at improving strength, balance and flexibility for women over 40 years old. Newcomers are always welcome, weights and instructions are provided. For more information, you may call the library at 907-861-7645.
Story Time – Willow Public Library
Willow Community Center +1 moreThe Willow Public Library hosts a Story Time, followed by play time in the Willow Community Center on Thursdays beginning at 11:00am. Story Time is geared toward children up to 5 years old, but all are welcome. You may call the Willow Library at 907-861-7655 with any questions.
Storytime – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime at 11:15am on Thursdays with a snack, stories and a craft. It’s Christmas Tree Time at Talkeetna Library, this week they will read stories about trees and then make holiday ornaments to add to the library tree or take home. All are welcome. For more information, the number is 907-861-7645.
Denali Nordic ski club Board of Directors Meeting
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Denali Nordic ski club Board of Directors is meeting on Thursday, December 4th at 6:30 PM at the Talkeetna Public library. All are welcome.
Susitna Community Council Meeting
Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, AlaskaThe Susitna Community Council meets the first Thursday of each month at the Upper Susitna Community & Senior Center at 7 pm. The next meeting is December 4th.
Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program – Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center
Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, AlaskaThe Upper Susitna Seniors hosts three introductory 1-hour sessions for an upcoming Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center. Those interested can choose to attend one of the following dates: Saturday, December 6th at 4pm, Sunday, December 7th at 2pm, or Monday, December 8th at 6pm. The Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program begins in January, pre-registration will be available for those who feel this program is a good fit for them. For additional information or questions you may call Mariana at 907-203-4032.
Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program – Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center
Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, AlaskaThe Upper Susitna Seniors hosts three introductory sessions for an upcoming Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center. Each introductory session is about one hour long, those interested can choose to attend one of the following dates: Saturday, December 6th at 4pm, Sunday, December 7th at 2pm, or Monday, December 8th at 6pm. The Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program begins in January, pre-registration will be available for those who feel this program is a good fit for them. For additional information or questions you may call Mariana at 907-203-4032.
Holiday in Whoville Casting Call – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council hosts an open casting call and read through for the Holiday in Whoville's theatrical reading of The Grinch at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Sunday, December 7th at 5pm.
