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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.

  • 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.

  • Talkeetna Library’s Breakfast Book Club

    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    Talkeetna 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.

  • 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.

  • Storytime – Talkeetna Public Library

    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    Storytime 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.

  • Friends of the Talkeetna Library meeting

    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    The 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.

  • Heart Like a Mountain, Book Reading & Signing – Denali Arts Council

    Sheldon Community Arts Hangar

    Denali 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.

  • Take Back the Town Party – Denali Arts Council

    Sheldon Community Arts Hangar

    Saturday, 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.

  • Road Service Area 15 meeting

    Sheep Creek Lodge

    There 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.
    Please direct any questions to DJ McBride at 907-632-0357.

  • Talkeetna Library Open Today & more

    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    The 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

  • Multi Users of Talkeetna Trails (MUTT) meeting

    Denali Brew Pub

    Multi 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.

  • Meeting for Talkeetna Writers Festival

    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    Love 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.

  • 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.

  • Reading Mentors – Talkeetna Public Library

    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    Talkeetna 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.

  • Fiber Arts Group – Willow Public Library

    Willow Public Library

    The 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.
    You may call the Willow Library at 907-861-7655 with any questions.

  • Trapper Creek Community Council Meeting

    Trapper Creek Community Center

    The 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.

  • Monthly VFW Auxiliary Meeting

    VFW Post on Veterens Way in Talkeetna

    All 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.