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Summer Position at Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station
Walter Harper Ranger StationThe Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station is hiring a seasonal Recreation Fee Tech, front desk position for the 2026 summer season. You can find out more details about the position and apply following the link in the announcement on ktna.org. The application period is open on USA Jobs through December 29th.
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ED position – Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center
The Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center is seeking applicants for the position of Executive Director. Interested candidates may call Melanie at 907-733-6200 for a full job description. Please submit a resume and cover letter to ussi.inc@outlook.com or mail to HC 89, Box 592, Willow, AK 99688.
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Christmas Bird Count
The Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count begins on December 30th. This is a fun citizen science project that relies on volunteers to collect information on bird populations. There are two options for people to participate- either as a field counter or if you have a bird feeder set up, you can count birds from the comfort of your home. For all questions or if you'd like to join, contact Amber at allangley@live.com.
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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. The next one is on December 30th. 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 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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Sunshine Community Health Centers Board of Directors meeting
Sunshine Community Health Center Talkeetna 34300 South Talkeetna Spur Road, Talkeetna, Alaska, United States +1 moreSunshine Community Health Centers Board of Directors meet the first Thursday of each month. Those interested in attending may call (907) 733-2273 ext. 2230 to get a meeting location and time. An option to attend via Zoom is available. More information at sunshineclinic.org.
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Mat-Su library closures
Trapper Creek Public Library +2 moreMat-Su libraries are closed New Years Day - Thursday, January 1st. 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 book drop box will be open. For more information, you may call 907-861-7645.
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Clinic Closures – Sunshine Community Health Center
Sunshine Community Health Center Talkeetna 34300 South Talkeetna Spur Road, Talkeetna, Alaska, United States +1 moreSunshine Community Health Center will be closed on New Years Day, January 1st. This includes the Talkeetna and Willow clinics. They remind you to plan ahead for prescriptions, appointments and care needs.
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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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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 on Thursday, January 1st at the Upper Susitna Community & Senior Center at 7 pm. An option to attend via Zoom is available, you can find the meeting information and Zoom Link on the announcement at KTNA.org.
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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 October 2nd. An option to attend via Zoom is available, you can find the link on KTNA's announcement page.
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Ice Carving Workshops – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council hosts Ice Carving Workshops, taught by Tommy Salami. An adult and youth workshop on Saturday, January 3rd outside the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Tommy will instruct participants on carving techniques on 10lb blocks of ice. This is a great way to learn how to carve before the Ice Carving Competition. Supplies will be provided, and you can take your carving home with you. Register online at denaliartscouncil.org.
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Additional Hurricane Turn for the New Year
Due to extreme cold temperatures, the Alaska Railroad will NOT be running the normally scheduled Aurora Winter Train this weekend. To accommodate residents who use the Flag Stop Railroad, they will run an additional Hurricane Turn Train on Saturday, January 3rd at its normally scheduled time, northbound from Talkeetna at 11:25am. There will be NO Trains heading south on Sunday.
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76 Days Adrift – film screening – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council presents a screening of the film 76 Days Adrift on Saturday, January 3rd, at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. This film documents the experience of Steven Callahan, he recounts the night of February 4th, 1982, when a collision with a whale caused his boat to sink in the Atlantic Ocean. Doors open at 6:30 pm, and the film begins at 7pm. Tickets are available at denaliartscouncil.org.
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Job Openings – Sunshine Community Health Center
Sunshine Community Health Center Willow 24091 Long Lake Road, Willow, United States +1 moreSunshine Community Health Center has several job openings at both the Talkeetna and Willow clinics. Learn more and apply at sunshineclinic.org/career.
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Talkeetna Community Schools
Talkeetna Elementary SchoolTalkeetna Community Schools hosts the following events scheduled at the Talkeetna Elementary School.
- Toddler Gym Time on Mondays from 4:30-5:30pm.
- Open Gym on Thursdays from 4:30-6pm.
For more information, you can email rebecca.hrdy@matsuk12.us or call (907) 733-9431.
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Talkeetna Community Council monthly meeting
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Talkeetna Community Council meets the first Monday of each month at 7pm at the Talkeetna Public Library and over Zoom. Visit talkeetnacouncil.org for more information including the Zoom link.




