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  • Dudes and Divas – Denali Arts Council

    Sheldon Community Arts Hangar

    The Denali Arts Council's Dudes and Divas present the musical experience Copa Denali, Friday and Saturday, May 1st and 2nd at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Watch local performers singing classic country favorites. Audience members are encouraged to dress for the theme. Doors open at 6:30pm and the show starts at 7pm. More information and tickets available at denaliartscouncil.org

  • KTNA Job Openings

    KTNA is hiring! We are currently looking for a full-time News Producer and part-time Development Coordinator. The News Producer writes local stories and oversees the work of staff and volunteer reporters. The Development Coordinator is responsible for KTNA's membership and underwriting programs as well as coordination of events. Find the complete job descriptions at ktna.org. Are you curious to learn more? Stop by the station anytime Monday through Friday 10am-3pm or reach out to General Manager, Phillip Manning with questions at (907)733-1700 or manager@ktna.org.

    Interested applicants are invited to send their resume and letter of interest to manager@ktna.org.

  • Kindergarten Meet and Greet – Talkeetna Elementary School

    Talkeetna Elementary School

    Talkeetna Elementary School is hosting a Kindergarten Meet and Greet for all prospective students and their parents on Tuesday, May 5th from 10:15-11:00am in the Kindergarten Classroom #135. Students must be turning 5 years old on or before September 1st.
    If you have questions, please call the school at 907-733-9400 or e-mail Kaki at kaliska.anderson@matsuk12.us.

  • Friends of the Talkeetna Library Meeting

    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    The Friends of the Talkeetna Library will meet Friday, May 8th, at 1pm at the library. A Zoom option is available. Please call the library at 907-831-7645 for Zoom information. All are welcome.

  • Computer Classes – Talkeetna Public Library

    Computer Classes – Talkeetna Public Library
    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. The last computer class in the current cycle will be held on Friday, May 8. The topic this Scambusters. You can learn how to protect yourselves online against scammers. For questions and to sign up, call the Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

  • Talkeetna-Trapper Creek Birdathon

    The 36th annual Talkeetna-Trapper Creek Birdathon begins Friday May 8th, at 6 pm, and continues until 6 pm on Saturday, May 9th. 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, at the end of Christiansen Lake Road. If you have questions, leave a message or text Deb at 907 203-4217, or Jeff: 907 203-4366.

  • Clean Air Challenge bike ride – American Lung Association

    The American Lung Association in Alaska is hosting the 42nd annual Clean Air Challenge bike ride on Saturday, May 9th. The roundtrip ride begins and ends at Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge. There will be a finish party at 6:00 p.m. at the lodge. Staggered start times are determined by ride distance.

    You can learn more and register at CleanAirChallengeAK.com

  • Library Aide Position open – Talkeetna Public Library

    The Talkeetna Public Library is hiring a library aide. This is an on-call position for 12-16 hours a week. Follow the link in announcement on ktna.org to access the online job posting and to apply.  The position is open until filled.. You may call the Talkeetna Library if you have questions at 907-861-7645.

  • Volunteers needed – Talkeetna Public Library

    The Talkeetna Public Library is looking for volunteers to help this summer with programming and yard work. Opportunities include working with books, people, cooks, gardeners and more. There is an immediate need for a cook to teach the May session of the adult cooking class Sizzle and Stir, For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

  • Willow Community Health Fair

    Willow Community Center

    Alaska Health Fair and Sunshine Community Health Center host a Community Health Fair at the Willow Community Center on Sunday, May 10th from 8am until 12pm. This health fair includes blood tests, local resources, and health screenings. More information at alaskahealthfair.org.

  • Mother’s Day Concert – Denali Arts Council

    Sheldon Community Arts Hangar

    The Denali Arts Council's Music Academy presents a Mother's Day Concert on Sunday, May 10th at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. The program features the Rhythm and Red Shoes Ensemble, Desperate Measures and the Community Choir, performing a mix of classical and pop pieces. Doors open at 3:30pm and the concert starts at 4pm. Donations are accepted to support the Music Academy. Learn more at denaliartscouncil.org.

  • Mother’s Day Concert – Denali Arts Council

    Sheldon Community Arts Hangar

    Sunday May 10th, is the annual Mother’s Day Concert at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. The community chorus will sing, and the Rhythm and Red Shoes Instrumental group will perform. Doors are at 3:30pm and music starts at 4pm. All are welcome. Donations to support Denali Arts Council's Music Academy are appreciated.

  • Radio Journalism Afterschool Club

    Radio Journalism Afterschool Club
    Su Valley Jr/Sr High School

    KTNA and Su Valley High School are collaborating to start a Radio Journalism Afterschool Club for the remainder of the school year. This Club is open to all Su Valley students, from middle to high school level. The Club will meet every Wednesday from 3:15-4:15pm at Su Valley High School beginning March 4th. If you are a student or parent and would like to learn more or become involved, please reach out to Teacher Cory O'Dell or School Librarian Tracy Steere.

  • Su Valley Band Lab Showcase and Blackwater Railroad Concert – Denali Arts Council

    Sheldon Community Arts Hangar

    Alaska band, Blackwater Railroad Company hosted the Denali Arts Council's after school music program Su Valley Band Lab. The students are presenting a showcase of their newly acquired skills at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Friday, May 15th. Doors at 6:30pm, showcase at 7pm. This showcase will be followed by a Blackwater Railroad Concert at 8pm. Learn more and find tickets for Blackwater Railroad at denaliartscouncil.org.

  • Su Valley Band Lab Show Case and Black Water Railroad – Denali Arts Council

    Sheldon Community Arts Hangar

    Friday May 15th, is the after-school program, Su Valley Band Lab's showcase, at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Blackwater Railroad Company hosted this year's Band Lab. The community is invited to watch the youth showcase and stay after for a Blackwater Railroad Concert. Doors at 6:30pm, showcase is at 7pm, followed by Blackwater Railroad. All are welcome. More information is available on denaliartscouncil.org

  • SpongeBob Musical

    Glenn Massay Theater

    The 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/.

  • Seeking Volunteers & Ideas for Discovery Days at Talkeetna Elementary

    Talkeetna Elementary School is hosting Discovery Days on Monday, May 18th through Wednesday, May 20th, from 9:00 to 11:15 AM, and they are looking for community volunteers. Discovery Days give students a chance to explore hands-on activities—from art and music to outdoor skills, STEM, and local business experiences. If you have a hobby, skill, or passion you’d like to share, please email teachers Suzi or Kelsey at susan.reichert@matsuk12.us and kelsey.wakefield@matsuk12.us.