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Events
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Reel-to-Reel player needs a home
A reel-to-reel player needs a home. Call Tanya at 541-521-1175 if you are interested.
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Talkeetna Recycling Seeks Volunteers
Talkeetna Recycling is seeking new volunteers. They are hosting volunteer training on Tuesday, October 7th, at 11:30am. Training is for both current and new volunteers. New volunteers are very much needed in order to keep recycling open during all scheduled hours. You may call 907-355-8324 for more information.
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Public Information Meeting for Susitna Forestry Guidelines
Tuesday, October 7, the Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection is hosting a virtual Public Information Meeting regarding the revision of the Susitna Forestry Guidelines. The meeting will be on Microsoft Teams from noon to 1:30pm. Follow the meeting link in the announcement on ktna.org. The meeting will also be on the big screen at the Talkeetna Library. For questions or more information email dnr.dof.matsuplanning@alaska.gov.
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Talkeetna Library’s Breakfast Book Club
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna Library's Breakfast Book Club meets this Wednesday morning at 9:30am in person and on Zoom. The selection this month is Sarah Birdsall's latest book, Hill of Dead Horses. All are welcome to attend; reading the book is not mandatory. The selection for November is West with Giraffes, by Lynda Rutledge, copies are available.
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Talkeetna Bachelor Society Meeting
Latitude 62Talkeetna Bachelor Society is holding a general meeting and sign-up for this year's event at the Latitude 62 at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 8th. For more information or questions, email tkabachelors@gmail.com.
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Reading Mentors needed
Talkeetna Library is in need of a few more teen or adult Reading Mentors. The program is held Tuesdays, at 3:15pm. If you would like to help, please call the Library at 907-861-7645 or drop by, Monday through Saturday, 11am to 5pm.
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Storytime – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaStorytime at the Talkeetna Library this week continues with the Fall theme. There will be stories and a craft about pumpkins. All ages are welcome. The fun begins at 11:15am with a snack. All are welcome. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.
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Friends of the Talkeetna Library meeting
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Friends of the Talkeetna Library meet on Friday, October 10th, 1pm, at the Talkeetna Public Library. A Zoom option is available, call the library at 907-861-7645 for zoom information. All are welcome.
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Miles Broomsfield Art Opening – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarThe Miles Broomsfield art show on October 10th at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar has been canceled.
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Heart Like a Mountain, Book Reading & Signing – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council hosts Suraj Holzwarth, presenting her new book, Heart Like a Mountain on Friday, October 10th at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar, from 7 to 8pm. In 1979 at the age of 19, Suraj became the youngest woman to summit Denali. In her memoir, she shares a spirited account of the 30-day expedition which began in the Peters Hills, leading through some of Alaska's most remote wilderness before reaching Denali's Base Camp. Saraj will read from her book, present a slide show and will be available for book signings.
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Take Back the Town Party – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarSaturday, October 11th is Denali Arts Council’s Take Back the Town party and annual meeting. This year's event is an autumn themed masquerade ball. The membership meeting, dinner, and elections start at 5:30pm. Attendees can vote on board members and renew their memberships. Following the meeting, the doors open to the public for the Denali Cooks and Friends at 7pm.
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Road Service Area 15 meeting
Sheep Creek LodgeThere will be a Road Service Area (RSA) 15 meeting on Monday, October 12th at 6:30PM. This will be an in-person meeting at Sheep Creek Lodge.
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Talkeetna Library Open Today & more
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Talkeetna Public Library is open as usual today (Monday), despite the Federal Holiday. Beginning today, parents can opt in to receive emails when their child checks out library materials. In order to sign up, the parent or guardian on record must be listed on the library card account as the parent or guardian and ... Talkeetna Library Open Today & more
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Multi Users of Talkeetna Trails (MUTT) meeting
Denali Brew PubMulti Users of Talkeetna Trails (MUTT) is having a volunteer meeting on Monday, October 13th at 5:30pm in the Beer Hall at the Denali Brew Pub, downtown to discuss the upcoming Dry Land Fun Race. The Dryland Fun Race is scheduled for Saturday October 18th at 11am in Talkeetna Lakes Park. The event offers human-powered and dog-powered races for distances of 5km and 8km for all ages . More info and sign up can be found on talkeetnamutt.org.
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Meeting for Talkeetna Writers Festival
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaLove to write? Ellen Thea is hosting a meeting at the Talkeetna Public Library on Monday October 13th, at 6:30 pm. Anyone interested in creating and/or organizing an international Talkeetna Writer’s Festival is welcome.
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Arctic Entries storytellers needed
Denali Arts Council is looking for storytellers for the January and April Arctic Entries shows. January's theme is Going Once, Going Twice: Stories of putting yourself on the line, unexpected wins, and near misses. April's theme is Potholes and Promises: Stories of bumps in the road and where they lead. If you are interested or would like more information, contact Denali Arts Council at 907-733-7929.
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Reading Mentors – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna Public Library's Reading Mentors program meets Tuesdays at 3:15pm. This program is for 1st through 3rd graders. Preregistration is required. Teen and adult mentor volunteers are still needed, please contact the library to learn about volunteering at 907-861-7645.
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Fiber Arts Group – Willow Public Library
Willow Public LibraryThe Willow Public Library hosts a Fiber Arts Group the 3rd Wednesday of every month. This month the meeting is October 15th.
All are invited to come knit, crochet, embroider, cross stitch, etc. anytime between 10:30am and 1:30pm.
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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. The next meeting is October 16th. All are welcome to attend.
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Monthly VFW Auxiliary Meeting
VFW Post on Veterens Way in TalkeetnaAll members are invited to attend the monthly Auxiliary meeting at the Myron F Ace Ebling Post 3836 this Thursday at 7pm. Discussion will include planning for the annual Halloween Hat & Glove Giveaway, Veterans Day, and Scholarships.




