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  • Talkeetna Bachelor Society Grant opportunity

    The Talkeetna Bachelor Society is accepting applications from non-profit and community programs that will be a benefit to women and children in the Talkeetna area. The Funding Applications should describe your program need and the amount being requested and can be downloaded at talkeetnabachelors.com/funding-requests. Completed applications can be mailed to:

    Talkeetna Bachelor Society
    PO Box 1063
    Talkeetna, AK 99676

    or emailed to tkabachelors@gmail.com

    The deadline is Tuesday, December 9th.

  • Strong Women Exercise Group – Talkeetna Public Library

    Strong Women Exercise Group – Talkeetna Public Library
    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    Strong 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.

  • Winter Plein Air Painting class – Denali Arts Council

    Winter Plein Air Painting class – Denali Arts Council
    Sheldon Community Arts Hangar

    Watercolorist, Miles Bloomfield, is instructing a series of Winter Plein Air Painting classes. Classes are from 1 to 4pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar each Tuesday in the month of 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.

  • Talkeetna Recycling Committee meeting

    Virtual

    The Talkeetna Recycling Committee will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, December 9th, at 4:30PM, via Zoom. Anyone interested in recycling is welcome to attend. For information about the agenda or the Zoom link, contact Cici at 907-355-8324.

  • Backcountry & Ice Travel Safety Presentation

    Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center

    The Susitna River Coalition is working in partnership with Alaska Safe Riders to host a Backcountry & Ice Travel Safety Presentation on Tuesday, December 9th at 6pm at the Upper Susitna Senior Center. This is an educational presentation on safe travel in backcountry and ice conditions for snowmachines. The session will include information on recognizing signs of weak or unsafe ice, recommended safety equipment, and response steps in the event of a breakthrough. For more information, follow the link in the announcement on ktna.org for the Facebook Event Page.

  • Quilts Needed for Quilt Show

    Sheldon Community Arts Hangar

    Denali Arts Council is accepting quilt submissions for their annual Quilt Show at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Quilt Submissions must be entered and hung by Wednesday, December 10th. Learn more at denaliartscouncil.org or call (907)733-7929.

  • The Breakfast Book Club – Talkeetna Public Library

    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    The Breakfast Book Club meets at the Talkeetna Public Library on Wednesday, December 10th at 9:30am. An option to attend via Zoom is available. This month’s selection is The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo. Copies of the book are available at the library’s front desk. For more information and the Zoom link, you may call 907-861-7645.

  • Willow Library Mentoring Program

    Willow Library Mentoring Program
    Willow Public Library

    The 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.

  • Curling

    Curling
    Jack McDonald Ice Rink

    There will be curling Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Talkeetna Elementary Jack MacDonald Ice Rink. There will be draws at 5pm, 6pm and 7pm. Registration and more information at talkeetnacurling.org.

  • Documentary Film Screening – Susitna River Coalition

    Talkeetna Roadhouse

    On Wednesday, December 10th from 6-9PM, the Susitna River Coalition is hosting an evening of film and community conversation at the Talkeetna Roadhouse. This year’s feature is Blue Heart, Patagonia’s documentary about the last wild rivers of the Balkans and the grassroots efforts to protect them from large hydropower development. Following the short film, SRC will share a presentation and updates on current projects and a look ahead to 2026. Snacks and drinks will be available. All are welcome to attend.

  • Strong Women Exercise Group

    Strong Women Exercise Group
    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    Strong 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.

  • Willow Public Library Events

    Willow Public Library Events
    Willow Public Library

    Here’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.

  • Story Time – Willow Public Library

    Story Time – Willow Public Library
    Willow Community Center +1 more

    The 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 Talkeetna

    Talkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime at 11:15am on Thursdays with a snack, stories and a craft. This week’s Storytime will include cookie decorating and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus.  There will also be a holiday craft to bring home and make. Cookies for adults will also be available until they run out.  For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

  • Community Journalism Training – KTNA

    Community Journalism Training – KTNA
    KTNA 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, United States

    KTNA is seeking volunteers for our new community journalism program. The Upper Susitna Valley is full of stories, and we are seeking community members who want to help us cover them. KTNA will host training sessions on Thursday, December 11th from 6:30-8 pm and Saturday, December 13th from 10:30 am to noon. There will be an option to join via Zoom. Those interested in participating can email manager@ktna.org or call 907-733-1700.

  • Quilt Show – Denali Arts Council

    Sheldon Community Arts Hangar

    Denali Arts Council hosts their annual Quilt Show at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Saturday, December 13th from 4 to 6pm. If you are interested in submitting a quilt, the deadline is Wednesday, December 10th. Learn more at denaliartscouncil.org.

  • Tween Page to Screen – Talkeetna Public Library

    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    Talkeetna Public Library hosts the next Tween Page to Screen program on Saturday, December 13th. This month will feature the book, The Seeker, by Susan Cooper. Tweens ages 9 to 12 will enjoy snacks, discuss the book and watch the movie. The program is from 5 to 7pm. Next months selection is, Holes, by Luis Sachar and will be handed out after the movie.