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Dudes and Divas' Doo Wop show
2025-04-25 19:00, 2025-04-26 19:00 (America/Anchorage) | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
On Friday and Saturday, April 25th and 26th, the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar will once again become the 1950s nightclub, ‘The Copa Denali’ for the Dudes and Divas’ Doo Wop show. There will be balcony seating upstairs and limited tables available downstairs. The doors open at 6:30 and the show starts at 7pm. Tickets available at www.denaliartscouncil.org.

Seed Library Open - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-04-26
The Talkeetna Public Library has a seed library available for anyone needing seeds. It will be open throughout the summer.

Sarah Birdsall book disscussion- Talkeetna Public Library
2025-04-26 11:00 - 18:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Public Library hosts local author Sarah Birdsall on Saturday, April 26th from 4 to 6pm. She will be discussing her newest book, Hill of Dead Horses, a novel set in wilderness of Alaska. Sarah will answer questions about her books and writing in general. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645. The Talkeetna Public Library is open 11am to 6pm, Monday through Friday.

Recycling Committee Meeting
2025-04-28 16:30
The next meeting of the Talkeetna Recycling Committee will be held on Monday, April 28th, at 4:30 PM. For the agenda, zoom link, and in-person location, please contact Cici at 907-355-8324.

Strong Women Exercise Group - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-04-29 10:00 | 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. Talkeetna Library is open 11am to 6pm, but the door is opened early for Strong Women.

Mat-Su Health Foundation Focus Group
2025-04-29 11:30 - 12:30 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Mat-Su Health Foundation is hosting a discussion group with a focus on community health needs at the Talkeetna Public Library on Tuesday, April 29th from 11:30am until 12:30pm. Discussions will include what opportunities support health and wellbeing, and what services and healthcare access are needed in your community. Pre-registration is not required, but is appreciated. You can find the Registration Link on KTNA’s Announcement’s Page. You may call 907-352-4411 for more information.

Student Scholarship Opportunity - Trapper Creek Community Services Association
2025-05-01
Trapper Creek Community Services Association has a scholarship opportunity for seniors currently enrolled at Susitna Valley High School, or homeschooled and permanently residing in the TCCSA boundaries, who will be attending a post-secondary, technical, or vocational school next year. Applications must be postmarked by Thursday, May 1st, 2025. For more information, including application requirements, you may email tccommunityservices@yahoo.com and visit their Facebook Page.

Strong Women Exercise Group - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-05-01 10:00 | 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, including the Zoom link, you may call 907-861-7645. Talkeetna Library is open 11am to 6pm but the door is opened early for Strong Women.

Storytime - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-05-01 11:15 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime every Thursday at 11:15am. The theme this week is May Day and there will be stories, snacks and a craft. All ages are welcome. Grab and Go craft kits will be available after 1pm in the foyer for those unable to attend. You can reach the library at 907-861-7645.

Talkeetna Protest - May Day National Day of Action
2025-05-01 17:30 - 18:30 | Talkeetna Village Park, 99676
There will be a protest on Thursday, May 1st from 5:30 t0 6:30pm. All are welcome to meet at the Talkeetna Village Park.

Susitna Community Council Meeting
2025-05-01 19:00 | Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center, 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, Alaska, 99676
The Susitna Community Council meets the first Thursday of each month at the Upper Susitna Community & Senior Center, at 7 pm. All are welcome.

Comedian Jessica Michelle Singleton - Denali Arts Council
2025-05-01 19:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali Arts Council hosts Alaska’s own comedian Jessica Michelle Singleton at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Thursday, May 1st. Jessica is the breakout star of Iliza’s Locals on Hulu, a comedy special series produced by Iliza Shlesinger. Doors open at 6:30pm and jokes start at 7pm. Tickets available at denaliartscouncil.org

Seeking Property Manager & Dry Cabin for Rent
2025-05-02
A small, 300 square foot, dry cabin is available for rent. Located at Mile 7 of the Talkeetna Spur Road. Also seeking a property manager. You may call Dani at (505)814-8387 for details.

Talkeetna-Trapper Creek Birdathon
2025-05-02 18:00 - 2025-05-03 18:00
The 35th annual Talkeetna-Trapper Creek Birdathon begins on Friday, May 2nd, at 6 pm and continues until 6 pm on Saturday, May 3rd. Area residents and their guests are welcome to participate by identifying as many species of birds as can be found in the count circle during the 24 hour period. You can go birding by yourself or with family or friends, traveling “green” or using a vehicle. Participants gather around a fire in the evening on Saturday. The gathering will be on the gravel bar near the corner of Third and B Street, past the Talkeetna Inn. If you have questions, leave a message for Jeff or Deb at 907 733-2066.

Wildland Preparedness Public Education Day - Willow Caswell Fire Station
2025-05-03 11:00 - 17:00 | Willow Caswell Fire Station, Mile 69.5 Parks Highway, Willow, AK
Willow CERT and Willow Caswell Fire Department host Wildland Preparedness Public Education Day on Saturday, May 3rd at the Willow Fire Station from 11am until 5pm. There will be a car wash, fire safe presentations, and BBQ food. More information at the Willow CERT Facebook Page.

Willow Community Clean-up
2025-05-03 12:00 - 17:00 | Willow Community Center
Willow Area Community Organization hosts the annual Willow Community Clean-up from 12 to 5pm on Saturday, May 3rd and Sunday, May 4th. Yellow trash bags may be picked up from Newman’s Gas Station, Roni’s Deli, and the Willow Community Center Lobby. A dumpster is available in the Community Center parking for collected trash from MatSu Borough Roadways, Right of Ways and Public Lands. More information at waco-ak.org.

Steve Durr Art Show and Booksigning - Denali Arts Council
2025-05-03 15:00 - 18:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali Arts Council hosts Steve Durr’s art opening and book signing at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Saturday, May 3rd from 3 to 6pm. At 4pm, Steve will read selected portions from his book; Ptarmigan Song. All are welcome.

Talkeetna Elementary School seeking volunteers - Discovery Day Activities
2025-05-05 | Talkeetna Elementary School
Talkeetna Elementary School is excited to announce Discovery Days — three days of exploration, creativity, and hands-on learning for their kindergarten through 5th grade students.
They are looking for volunteers to help lead or support Discovery Day activities, happening:

Monday, May 19th from 12:45 to 2:45 PM
Tuesday, May 20th from 12:45 to 2:45 PM
Wednesday, May 21st from 9:00 to 11:00 AM

Each activity will run about two hours and serve a small group of students. They’re looking for volunteers to lead activities like a Historical Society scavenger hunt, sewing, art printmaking, geocaching, tie-dyeing, and bead making. Or, if you have a hobby, skill, or passion you’d like to share, you may contact them. Whether you want to lead or assist, your involvement will help create a memorable experience for Talkeetna’s young learners.
To volunteer or find out more, please contact Charity Moore at charity.moore@matsuk12.us or Kelsey Wakefield at kelsey.wakefield@matsuk12.us.

Annual Kindergarten Meet and Greet - Talkeetna Elementary School
2025-05-07 10:15 - 11:00 | Talkeetna Elementary School
Talkeetna Elementary School hosts the Annual Kindergarten Meet and Greet for all prospective students and their parents on Wednesday, May 7th from 10:15 until 11:00am, in the Kindergarten Classroom #135. The Meet and Greet is for students entering Kindergarten for the 2025/2026 school year. Students must be turning 5 years old on or before September 1st, 2025. You may reach the school at 907-733-9400 or e-mail Kaki at kaliska.anderson@matsuk12.us with any questions.

Willow Area Community Organization (WACO) monthly meeting
2025-05-07 19:00 | Willow Community Center
The Willow Area Community Organization (WACO) holds their monthly meeting at the Willow Community Center on the first Wednesday of every month at 7pm. The next meeting is on May 7th, all are welcome. More information at waco-ak.org.

Pressure Canner Gauge Testing
2025-05-08 09:00 - 16:00 | Church on the Rock, Mile 99, S Parks Highway, Talkeetna, 99676, United States
The University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service is offering Pressure Canner Gauge Testing on Thursday, May 8th. They will be at Church on the Rock, located at Mile 99 of the Parks Highway, from 9am until noon. Then they will be at the Talkeetna Public Library from 1 to 4pm. All are welcome to bring a pressure canner dial gauge in for a test to make sure it is accurate and functioning properly. New or unused gauges should be tested before first use. Questions may be directed to to Melissa Clampitt at mrclampitt@alaska.edu.

Addiction Recovery Group - Sunshine Community Health Center
2025-05-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Sunshine Community Health Center Talkeetna, 34300 South Talkeetna Spur Road, Talkeetna, Alaska, 99676, United States
Sunshine Community Health Center hosts an Addiction Recovery Group at the Talkeetna Clinic from 1 to 2 PM every second and fourth Thursday of the month, the next one being on May 8th. This program is open to adults seeking support in their recovery journey, it provides education, peer support, and therapeutic tools for individuals navigating addiction. An assessment is required before joining, to schedule you may call (907) 733-9292.

Friends of the Talkeetna Library monthly meeting
2025-05-09 13:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Friends of the Talkeetna Library meet at 1pm on the second Friday of each month at the Talkeetna Public Library. New members or interested parties are always welcome. Zoom is also an option to join the meeting. For more information including Zoom info call the library at 907-861-7645.

Musical Showcase - Su Valley Band Lab
2025-05-09 19:00 | Su Valley Jr/Sr High School
Local students with the afterschool program, Su Valley Band Lab, will be showcasing their new found skills with support from the band, Wasteland Hop, at Su Valley Jr./Sr. High School on Friday, May 9th. Doors open at 6:30pm and the showcase starts at 7pm. All are welcome to attend.

Family Movie Night - Talkeetna Community Schools
2025-05-09 19:00 | Talkeetna Elementary School
Talkeetna Community Schools hosts Family Movie Night at Talkeetna Elementary School on Friday, May 9th. They are showing the PG-rated movie; Earth to Echo. Doors open at 6:45pm, the movie starts at 7pm.

Yard Sale
2025-05-10 10:00 - 17:00
There will be a multi-family yard sale on Saturday, May 10th from 10:00AM until 5:00PM at Mile 7.9 of the Talkeetna Spur Road. Look for the inflatable palm tree.

Alaskan author Eowyn Ivey - Willow Public Library
2025-05-10 14:00 | Willow Public Library
Alaskan author Eowyn Ivey will share her recently published book, Black Woods Blue Sky, on Saturday, May 10th at 2 pm in the Willow Public Library meeting room. All are welcome.

Wasteland Hop Concert - Denali Arts Counci
2025-05-10 19:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Wasteland Hop will be perform at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Saturday, May 10th. Out of Fort Collins, Colorado, Wasteland Hop plays a soulful and unique blend of folk, rock, and hip-hop. This is an all ages show. Doors open at 6:30pm and the music starts at 7pm. Tickets available at denaliartscouncil.org.

Live Music at the Fairview Inn - Aspenyarrow
2025-05-10 20:00 | Fairview Inn
Aspenyarrow and Grace C. Elliot will play together at the Fairview Inn from 8pm until 10pm, they are then DJing from 10pm until 12am.
