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Book Fair - Talkeetna Public Library
2026-02-05 11:00 - 18:00 (America/Anchorage) | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Friends of the Talkeetna Library are hosting a book fair with Fireside Books on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, February 5th, 6th and 7th from 11am until 6pm at the Talkeetna Public Library. A portion of all sales benefit the Talkeetna Library. You may call the library at (907)861-7645 with questions.

Storytime - Talkeetna Public Library
2026-02-05 11:15, 2026-02-12 11:15 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime at 11:15am on Thursdays with a snack, stories and a craft. The theme this week is I Love My Library. All are welcome. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

Talkeetna's Music Academy Choir
2026-02-05 17:30 - 18:30 | St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, 22136 F Street, Talkeetna, AK, 99676
Talkeetna’s Music Academy Choir rehearsal will be this evening, Thursday, 5:30pm at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church. All are welcome.

Career Soup - Denali Education Center
2026-02-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Denali Education Center, Talkeetna Campus, 22510 S Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK, 99676, United States
Denali Education Center hosts Career Soup on Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30pm from January 8th 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 (appreciated but not required).

Susitna Community Council Meeting
2026-02-05 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. The next meeting is scheduled for February 5th, all are welcome.
Topic: Susitna Community Council’s Zoom Meeting
Time: Feb 5, 2026 07:00 PM Alaska
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/2897533519?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 289 753 3519
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Talkeetna Jeopardy - Talkeetna Historical Society
2026-02-05 19:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Talkeetna Historical Society hosts the annual Talkeetna Jeopardy at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Thursday, February 5th. The fun starts at 7pm. Please contact Autumn Merritt at 907-304-0321 if you have any questions.

Jack MacDonald ice rink closed
2026-02-06 | Hockey Rink at Talkeetna Elementary
Due to unusually warm temperatures, the ice at the Jack MacDonald ice rink at Talkeetna Elementary School is closed. Please stay off the ice until temperatures return to below freezing and the ice is solid. Walking and/or skating on unfrozen or partially frozen ice can destroy the base ice.

Cardboard available
2026-02-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Denali Education Center, Talkeetna Campus, 22510 S Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK, 99676, United States
If you need cardboard for the Talkeetna Ice Festival Cardboard Chariot Challenge, you can stop by the Denali Education Center any weekday between 1 and 5pm and grab some.

Talkeetna Ice Festival - Friday, February 6th
2026-02-06 15:00 - 21:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
The Denali Arts Council hosts several events on Friday as part of their annual Talkeetna Ice Festival. The Talkeetna Art Walk includes the Fiber Art exhibit at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar as well as featured artists at businesses in Talkeetna. Between 3 and 6pm, pick up an art passport and map at the Flying Squirrel Bakery and Cafe or at the Hangar and get it stamped on your art walk. From 6 to 7pm, there will be fire spinners outside the Hangar. The final event is a candlelight concert in the hangar with award-winning violinist Tim Kliphuis and jazz guitarist Jimmy Grant, performing Django Duets.

Talkeetna Ice Festival - Saturday, February 7th
2026-02-07
The Talkeetna Ice Festival continues on Saturday, February 7th. The events include the ice carving competition in the park, races on Main Street and a chili cookoff. At 7pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar is the Northern Aspects Film Festival, showcasing the best independent ski and ride films of Alaska. A full schedule of events with times and locations is available on denaliartscouncil.org.

Ice Rink repair and maintenance
2026-02-07 | Jack McDonald Ice Rink
The ice at Jack MacDonald Ice Rink at Talkeetna Elementary School will be getting significant repair and maintenance on Saturday, February 7th. Please be respectful of any posted signage and stay off the ice if it is not completely frozen. Skating and/or walking on unfrozen ice can damage it.

Financial Aid Resource Fair - Mat-Su College
2026-02-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Mat-Su College
Mat-Su College is hosting a Financial Aid Resource Fair at their campus on College Drive in Palmer on Saturday, February 7th, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. There will be help for completing the application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), information on scholarships and advice on funding post-secondary education. Campus tours will also be available. For more information, email dmhaddeland@alaska.edu or call 907-745-9746.

Take Your Child to the Library Day - Talkeetna Public Library
2026-02-07 11:00 - 16:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Friends of the Talkeetna Library host Take Your Child to the Library Day at the Talkeetna Public Library on Saturday, February 7th from 11am until 4pm. Kids can sign up for their own library card, learn how to use the library with a scavenger hunt, create a Valentine’s craft, and do a science experiment that yields a sweet treat. Refreshments and snacks will be available. There is also be a book fair at the library through Saturday, a portion of the proceeds go to the Friends of the Talkeetna Library and towards the purchase of new material for the community. Learn more on the Talkeetna Library’s Facebook Page.

Ice Carving Workshop
2026-02-08 11:00 - 16:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali Arts Council is offering an ice carving workshop with Professional Ice Sculptor, Tommy Salami. on Sunday, February 8th. In the workshop you will carve a 10lb block of ice into a masterpiece that you get to take home. Ice and tools will be provided. This workshop will be held outside at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar, so dress warmly. There are 2 sessions to choose between: 11am-1pm and 2-4 pm. Registration is available on denaliartscouncil.org.

Poker Ski - Denali Nordic Ski Club
2026-02-08 12:00 - 17:00
The Denali Nordic Ski Club hosts the annual Poker Ski, a 7.5ish mile ski from the Flying Squirrel Bakery and Cafe to Denali BrewPub, downtown. This ski begins at 12pm from the Flying Squirrel and is fun for all ages.

Super Bowl party - Talkeetna VFW
2026-02-08 14:30 - 17:30 | VFW Post on Veterens Way in Talkeetna
The VFW in Talkeetna is hosting a Super Bowl party this Sunday. Doors open at 1pm, kick off is at 2:30pm. There will be wings and door prizes; attendees may bring something to add to the Snack Stadium.

Complexities of Love Rehearsals - Denali Arts Council
2026-02-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
The variety show, Complexities of Love, is February 13th and 14th and Denali Arts Council is looking for performers. If you have a talent you’d like to share—dance, music, singing, comedy, poetry, puppetry, or anything else—they’d love to hear from you. The final rehearsal and audition is on Sunday, February 8th, from 3 to 5pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. You must audition for Jenny in order to be included in the show. Learn more at denaliartscouncil.org.

KTNA's Annual Decadent Dessert Auction!
2026-02-09 14:00 - 2026-02-14 21:00 | KTNA, 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, 99676, United States
KTNA’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.

Seasonal Park Maintenance Technician position open
2026-02-10
The Mat Su Borough is hiring a seasonal park maintenance technician. This position is full time, 40 hours a week, April 1st through September 30th. The full job description can be found at governmentjobs.com/careers/matsugov.

Talkeetna Recycling Committee meeting
2026-02-10 16:30 | Zoom
The Talkeetna Recycling Committee meet on Tuesday, February 10th, at 4:30pm via Zoom. Recyclers are welcome to join the committee and help plan for some upcoming events. For meeting information contact Cici at 907-355-8324.

Breakfast Book Club - Talkeetna Public Library
2026-02-11 09:30 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Library’s Breakfast Book Club meets at 9:30am by the fireplace on Wednesday, February 11th. The selection for this month, in honor of Black History Month, is What the Fireflies Knew by Kai Harris. The book club meets in person and on Zoom. Breakfast snacks and beverages will be served. For more information, or to pick up a copy of the book, stop by or call 907-861-7645.

The Friends of Benka Lake - Quarterly Meeting
2026-02-11 18:30 | VFW Post on Veterens Way in Talkeetna
The Friends of Benka Lake have postponed their quarterly meeting due to the weather. They will announce the rescheduled date at a further time. You may call Forrest with any questions at (907)355-3179.
The meeting was scheduled for Wednesday, February 11th at 6:30pm at the Talkeetna VFW. All are welcome.

Fiber February teacher needed
2026-02-12
It’s Fiber February at Denali Arts Council and organizers are looking for someone who would like to teach a needle felting workshop. Workshops will be on February 15th and 22nd. Contact Sandy Shoulders by text message at 907-355-3052 if you are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about this craft and want to lead a workshop.

Talkeetna's Music Academy Choir
2026-02-12 17:30 - 18:30 | St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, 22136 F Street, Talkeetna, AK, 99676
Talkeetna’s Music Academy Choir rehearsal this week is Thursday, 5:30pm at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church. All are welcome.

Denali Nordic Ski Club monthly board meeting
2026-02-12 18:15 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Denali Nordic Ski Club is holding their monthly board meeting on Thursday, February 12th at 6:15 p.m. at the Talkeetna library. All are welcome!

16th Annual Crowley Classic - Susitna Valley High School
2026-02-13 - 2026-02-14 | Su Valley Jr/Sr High School
Susitna 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.

Computer Classes - Talkeetna Public Library
2026-02-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Friends of the Talkeetna Library host computer classes every 2nd and 4th Friday from 1 to 3pm at the Talkeetna Public Library beginning on Friday, February 13th. The classes include: Basic Computing, How Not to Be Fooled by Spam and AI, Basic Internet, Windows 11, and more. For questions and to sign up, call the Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.
Basic Computer Classes at the Talkeetna Library
Feb.13: Computer Basics #1
February 27th: Computer Basics #2
March 13th: Basic Internet
March 27th: Windows 11
April 10th: Word processing (MS word or Libre)
April 24th: A.I. Basics
May 8th: Scam Busters

Complexities of Love variety show - Denali Arts Council
2026-02-13 19:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali 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.

Love on the Loops relay race
2026-02-14 12:00 - 14:00 | Talkeetna Lakes Park
Multi 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
