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Events
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KTNA’s Annual Decadent Dessert Auction!
KTNA 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, United States +1 moreKTNA's Annual Decadent Dessert Auction is this week! Tune in daily as we auction off delicious, locally-crafted works of art. The live, on-air auctions are held at 2pm and 8pm Monday through Thursday. On Friday we are hosting on-air auctions at 1 pm and 2pm. Then our finale is during a Decadent Dessert skit at the Complexities of Love variety show at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Friday and Saturday evenings. Find the complete lineup of desserts at ktna.org.
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16th Annual Crowley Classic – Susitna Valley High School
Su Valley Jr/Sr High SchoolSusitna Valley High School’s Varsity tournament, the Crowley Classic, continues today (Friday) and starts at 9am Saturday. Teams hosted will be the girls & boys from Dillingham, Tok, Huslia, Unalaska and Tri-Valley. The full schedule can be found on the high school’s Facebook Page.
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CERT Training
Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, AlaskaThe Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) hosts a free 3-day course for teens and adults at the Upper Susitna Community & Senior Center from 9am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday, March 14th and 15th, and Saturday, March 21st. This includes classroom instruction, hands-on practice and simulated drills. Pre-registration is required. For more information email talon.boeve@matsugov.us or call (907)707-3336.
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Love on the Loops relay race
Talkeetna Lakes ParkMulti 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
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Tween Page to Screen – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna 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.
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Complexities of Love variety show – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council hosts Complexities of Love on Friday and Saturday, February 13th and 14th at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. This variety show showcases some of Talkeetna’s talented community members through music, performance, and artistic expression. Doors open at 6:30pm and the show starts at 7. You may visit denaliartscouncil.org for tickets and more information.
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Learn How to Wax Your Skis clinic – Denali Nordic Ski Club
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Nordic Ski Club hosts a Learn How to Wax Your Skis clinic on Sunday, February 15th from 3 to 6 pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Attendees may bring skate or classic skis, one pair per person. The clinic will host 1 hour of instruction and discussion about types of skis for different uses, followed by 2 hours of participants waxing their own skis. Snacks and beverages will be provided. More information denalinordicskiclub.org. Space is limited, email denalinordicskiclub@gmail.com to register.
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The Sizzle & Stir Club – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Talkeetna Public Library hosts the The Sizzle & Stir Club beginning today (Monday, January 12th). This 7-week long cooking program is open to 4th and 5th graders and homeschool students are welcome. Transportation from Talkeetna Elementary School to the library will be provided by Sunshine Transit. There are still two spots available, for more information and to register, please call the library at 907-861-7645.
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KTNA Board of Directors Meeting
KTNA 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, United StatesThe 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.
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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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Reading Mentors – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna Public Library's Reading Mentors program is on Tuesdays at 3:15pm. This program is for 1st through 3rd graders and is designed to help new readers get experience and confidence in reading out loud. Transportation from Talkeetna Elementary School to the library will be provided by Sunshine Transit. If you have any questions, or you would like to volunteer as a reading, mentor, 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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Stone Soup adult cooking class – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaFriends 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.
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Talkeetna Skatepark Committee meeting
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe 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.
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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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Storytime – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime at 11:15am on Thursdays with a snack, stories and a craft. All are welcome. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.
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Career Soup – Denali Education Center
Denali Education Center, Talkeetna Campus 22510 S Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK, United StatesDenali Education Center hosts Career Soup every Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30pm through April 2nd. Career Soup is a weekly watch party of Discover What You Were Born To Do, a 12-week course written by local executive career mentor, Shannon Post. Along with the watch party, there is a potluck and conversation. This course is tailored to those who may engage better in a group setting or need support figuring out the next step. Email kellie@denali.org with questions or to RSVP.
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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. All are welcome to attend.
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LowDown Brass Band – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarLowDown 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.
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Su Dog 300 mile Sled Dog Race – Volunteers needed
The Su Dog 300 mile Sled Dog Race is coming back for 2026 and volunteers are needed. The 300 mile race starts in Willow and does a large loop around the upper Susitna Valley connecting all the communities, including a brand new Talkeetna River checkpoint. The race takes place February 21st - 24th. Volunteering is family friendly and no experience is necessary. Any mobility/accessibility needs will be accommodated. You can apply to volunteer and learn more at sudog300.org.




