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Events
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Commencement of the Susitna Valley High School Class of 2026
Su Valley Jr/Sr High SchoolAll are welcome to attend the commencement of the Susitna Valley High School Class of 2026 on Tuesday, May 19th. The commencement will be held in the gym at the high school. Doors open at 6:30 pm, and the ceremony begins at 7:00. Refreshments will be served by the Talkeetna Bachelors Society.
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SpongeBob Musical
Glenn Massay TheaterThe SpongeBob Musical will be showing at Glenn Massay Theater on the campus of Mat-Su College from May 21st through June 6th. This production brings SpongeBob and the residents of Bikini Bottom to the stage in a live musical performance for audiences of all ages. Tickets are available at https://glennmassaytheater.com/.
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Storytime – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaStorytime this week is Science Thursday at the Talkeetna Library. The theme this week is bubbles, how they are made, and some fun activities. Storytime starts at 11:15am and all are welcome. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.
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Tea Party – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThursday, May 21st the Talkeetna Public Library is hosting a Tea Party from noon to 4pm. All are welcome to enjoy tea and cookies while visiting with old and new friends and touring the library.
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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 Creek Community Center. The next meeting is May 21. All are welcome to attend.
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Talkeetna Art Festival – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council’s annual Talkeetna Art Festival is this Saturday & Sunday, May 23rd and 24th at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Each day starting at noon there will be live music on two stages, aerial performances, and art vendors with demos and workshops. This is an indoor/outdoor family friendly event. For the full music schedule and more information, visit denaliartscouncil.org.
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Job Openings – Talkeetna Public Library
The Talkeetna Public Library has two job opening. You can find more information and apply at matsugov.us. You may call the library at 907-861-7645 with any questions.
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Bee Keeper needed – Talkeetna Public Library
The Talkeetna Public Library is looking for a bee keeper to help with a summer reading program. Please call or text 907-223-3198 for more information.
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Holiday Closures
MatSu Borough Libraries will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 25th including Talkeetna, Trapper Creek, Willow, and Big Lake.
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Memorial Day Service honoring Veterans
Talkeetna CemeteryThe Myron F (Ace) Ebling Memorial VFW Post and Auxiliary # 3836 is hosting a Memorial Day Service honoring Veterans who served in US armed forces. The service is on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25th at 11:00am at the Talkeetna Cemetery. A pot-luck will follow at the VFW Post on Veteran’s Way immediately after the service. All are welcome.
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Summer Reading Program – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Talkeetna Public Library hosts the Summer Reading Program weekly on Thursdays at 11am. At noon, all ages are welcome to have lunch together- on the lawn. Weekly backpacks with breakfasts, lunches, and snacks will be available for pick up for anyone aged 18 and under. If you are unable to pick up your lunch on Thursday between noon and 1, please let the library know and they can hold them for you. For more information, you may call the Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.
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Denali Nordic Ski Club Board Meeting
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Denali Nordic Ski Club is holding a board meeting on Thursday, May 28th at 6:15 pm at the Talkeetna Public Library. All are welcome.
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Kids Softball Game – Upper Susitna Softball Association
The Upper Susitna Softball Association is hosting a softball game and skills competition this Friday, May 29th starting a 3:30pm at the ball field in Talkeetna. The fun will conclude before Live at 5. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided.
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Emergency Preparedness Fair – CERT
Willow Community CenterThe Willow, Talkeetna and Trapper Creek CERT host the 5th Biennial Su Valley Emergency Preparedness Fair at the Willow Community Center from 11am until 2pm on Saturday, May 30th, with education about preparedness for earthquakes, wildfires, floods, CPR, first aid, and backcountry safety. There will be indoor and outdoor exhibits with family activities for all ages, including live demonstrations, an earthquake escape room, door prizes and vendors. For more information you may contact Brenda McCain at (907)355-1418 or brendalmccain@gmail.com.
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Volunteer Trail Work Day
Talkeetna Ridge Trail, ComsatThere will be a volunteer work day on the Talkeetna Ridge Trail on Saturday, May 30 from 1-5pm. Volunteers will meet at the end of Comsat Road at 1pm. Closed-toed shoes and leather gloves are advised. Hand saws and loppers are needed if you have them. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
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K2 Aviation Community Celebration
K2 Aviation 14052 E 2nd St, Talkeetna, United StatesK2 Aviation celebrates 30 years with a community celebration on Saturday, May 30th. Free local flights start at 5:30pm and a BBQ starts at 6pm. The Denali Cooks will be playing. There will be a photo both to capture you 90s themed attire.
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Missing wallet and sweatshirt
A brown wallet and purple sweatshirt were lost in the main area of Talkeetna. If you find either item, please contact Danny Dulian at 224-468-2139.
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Talkeetna Recycling Committee Meeting
The Talkeetna Recycling Committee is holding its monthly meeting on Monday, June 1st at 4:30PM via zoom. All who are interested in recycling are welcome to attend. For more information about the Zoom link or the agenda, please call Cici at 907-355-8324.
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KTNA’s Community Advisory Board Meeting
KTNA 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, United StatesThere will be a meeting of KTNA’s Community Advisory Board (CAB) Monday, June 1st at 6:30pm at the station on 2nd Street in Talkeetna. All are welcome. For more information, call 907-733-1700 or email info@ktna.org.
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Talkeetna Community Council monthly meeting
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Talkeetna Community Council meets the first Monday of each month at 7pm at the Talkeetna Public Library and over Zoom. The next meeting is June 1st. Visit talkeetnacouncil.org for more information including the Zoom link.





