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Events
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B Movie Bingo – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council is hosting another round of B Movie Bingo, replete with prizes on Tuesday, December 16th. The doors open at 7:30pm and movie and bingo start at 8.
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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.
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Stone Soup cooking class – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna Public Library hosts Stone Soup cooking class on Wednesday, December 17th, beginning at 5pm at the Talkeetna Library. This month, the group will hold a cookie exchange and make Mary’s Egg Nog. Space is limited, so please reserve your spot by noon (today) Tuesday. You may call 907-861-7645 with questions and to register.
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Community Song Circle – Denali Education Center
Denali Education Center, Talkeetna Campus 22510 S Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK, United StatesThere is a Community Song Circle held at Denali Education Center's Talkeetna Campus, Susitna Hall, the third Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 8pm. This is a non-performable group, skill and experience is not required. All ages are welcome to attend, the goal is to simply have fun singing with others. You may contact Denali Education Center at (907)733-7003 for more information.
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Strong Women Exercise Group
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaStrong Women exercise group meet on Tuesdays and Thursday at 10am in person at the Talkeetna Public Library and on Zoom. Newcomers are welcome, weights and instructions are provided. For more information, you may call the library at 907-861-7645.
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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.
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Willow Public Library Events
Willow Public LibraryHere’s what’s coming up at the Willow Public Library:
- Willow Library Mentoring Program meets each Wednesday from 3:15 to 4:30pm. This program is open to all Willow Elementary Students. Additional mentors are needed.
- Story Time followed by free play in the Community Center is on Thursdays at 11am. This is geared toward ages 0-5, but all are welcome.
For more information about the Willow Library, including programs and open hours you may call 907-861-7655 and visit their Facebook Page.
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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.
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Puppies looking for a home
Four 2-month old puppies are looking for a home, 2 females and 2 males. They are 3/4 Rhodesian Ridgeback and 1/4 Husky, weaned and eating solid food. If interested you may call 907-315-1253, they will be in the Cubby's parking lot from 2-4 pm on Thursday, December 18th.
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Sunshine Community Health Center Board of Directors monthly meeting
VirtualThe Sunshine Community Health Center Board of Directors meet on Thursday, December 18th at 5PM. You can join the meeting on Zoom by following the link on KTNA's Announcement Page.
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Trapper Creek Community Council Meeting
Trapper Creek Community CenterThe Trapper Creek Community Council meets the 3rd Thursday of every month at 6:30pm at the Trapper Community Center. The next one is on December 18th. All are welcome to attend.
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Community Meeting for Talkeetna Lakes Park
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Matanuska-Susitna Borough is hosting a community meeting to discuss commercial guide permitting in Talkeetna Lakes Park and the surrounding area. The meeting is on Thursday, December 18th from 6:30-7:30pm at the Talkeetna Public Library. This meeting is an opportunity for residents, permit applicants, and other interested parties to share input on long-term guidelines and concerns related to commercial use in the park. If you have questions prior to the meeting, call Peter Burton at 907-861-7847 or email Peter.Burton@matsugov.us.
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Oosik Trailmeister needed – Denali Nordic Ski Club
The Denali Nordic Ski Club is hosting the Oosik Classic on Saturday, March 14, 2026. An Oosik Trailmeister is needed to work with Oosik Committee and the Head Trail Groomer to Assemble and supervise a volunteer trail crew to layout the race courses for a 25K and a 50K, design maps, place signage, design and construct the Start/Finish areas, clean up after the race, participate in post-RACE debriefing, and keep track of ongoing expenses. To apply email a letter of interest that includes ski trail grooming experience to denalinordicskiclub@gmail.com. The option of a part-time or assistant Trailmeister to work with past Trailmeister is a possibility for the right candidate.
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Breakfast with Santa – Upper Susitna Seniors
Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, AlaskaUpper Susitna Seniors host Breakfast with Santa at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center on Saturday, December 20th from 10:00 to 11:30am. All are welcome to enjoy breakfast, Santa will be there with gifts for kids. You may call (907)733-6200 for more information.
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Indoor Garage Sale
There is an indoor Garage Sale this Saturday and Sunday on Second Street in downtown Talkeetna. Lots of Christmas things and good gifts. Follow the signs.
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Christmas Box Distribution – Upper Susitna Food Pantry
Upper Susitna Food Pantry 16004 Walsted Road, Talkeetna, AKThe Upper Susitna Food Pantry's Christmas Box Distribution is on Saturday, December 20th. This will be a drive-thru event held at the Upper Susitna Food Pantry from 12 to 4pm.The food pantry is normally open on Wednesdays and Fridays, but will be closed on the upcoming holidays; December 24th, 31st, and January 1st. Learn more at uppersusitnafoodpantry.org or call (907)733-3348. -
Solstice Stroll – Denali Nordic Ski Club
The Denali Nordic Ski Club hosts a Solstice Stroll on Saturday, December 20th at 6 pm. There might not be enough snow to ski but that is not stopping them from celebrating Solstice. All are invited to meet at Whigmi trail head, there will be hot drinks and a fire. Please bring your own chair.
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Teen Book to Movie – Talkeetna Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Talkeetna Library’s Teen Book to Movie program this month is featuring the book and movie, I am Number Four, written by Pattacus Lore. The program is on Saturday, December 20th, beginning at 6pm. Teens ages 13-18 are welcome, pizza and snacks will be served. January’s book, The Hunger Games: Ballads of Songbirds and Snakes, will be available to take home and read.
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Holiday in Whoville Interactive Dramatic Reading – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council hosts Holiday in Whoville's Interactive Dramatic Reading of the Grinch Stories at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Friday and Saturday, December 19th and 20th. Attendees are welcome to come dressed in their Whoville best. They are also welcome to bring an ornament to add to the tree, or arrive early to make one - craft supplies will be available. This is an all ages show and fun for the whole family. Doors open at 6:30pm, the performance begins at 7pm. Tickets available at denaliartscouncil.org.




