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Backcountry & Ice Travel Safety Presentation
Upper Susitna Community and Senior CenterThe Susitna River Coalition is working in partnership with Alaska Safe Riders to host a Backcountry & Ice Travel Safety Presentation on Tuesday, December 9th at 6pm at the Upper Susitna Senior Center. This is an educational presentation on safe travel in backcountry and ice conditions for snowmachines. The session will include information on recognizing signs of weak or unsafe ice, recommended safety equipment, and response steps in the event of a breakthrough. For more information, follow the link in the announcement on ktna.org for the Facebook Event Page.
Quilts Needed for Quilt Show
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council is accepting quilt submissions for their annual Quilt Show at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Quilt Submissions must be entered and hung by Wednesday, December 10th. Learn more at denaliartscouncil.org or call (907)733-7929.
The Breakfast Book Club – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Breakfast Book Club meets at the Talkeetna Public Library on Wednesday, December 10th at 9:30am. An option to attend via Zoom is available. This month’s selection is The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo. Copies of the book are available at the library’s front desk. For more information and the Zoom link, you may call 907-861-7645.
Documentary Film Screening – Susitna River Coalition
Talkeetna RoadhouseOn Wednesday, December 10th from 6-9PM, the Susitna River Coalition is hosting an evening of film and community conversation at the Talkeetna Roadhouse. This year’s feature is Blue Heart, Patagonia’s documentary about the last wild rivers of the Balkans and the grassroots efforts to protect them from large hydropower development. Following the short film, SRC will share a presentation and updates on current projects and a look ahead to 2026. Snacks and drinks will be available. All are welcome to attend.
Storytime – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime at 11:15am on Thursdays with a snack, stories and a craft. This week’s Storytime will include cookie decorating and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. There will also be a holiday craft to bring home and make. Cookies for adults will also be available until they run out. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.
Community Journalism Training – KTNA
KTNA 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, United StatesKTNA is seeking volunteers for our new community journalism program. The Upper Susitna Valley is full of stories, and we are seeking community members who want to help us cover them. KTNA will host training sessions on Thursday, December 11th from 6:30-8 pm and Saturday, December 13th from 10:30 am to noon. There will be an option to join via Zoom. Those interested in participating can email manager@ktna.org or call 907-733-1700.
Indoor Garage Sale
There is an indoor Garage Sale happening every Saturday and Sunday from 10am until 2pm, through January 10th. Lots of Christmas things and other stuff. Follow the signs that will be up each weekend, in downtown Talkeetna.
Quilt Show – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council hosts their annual Quilt Show at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Saturday, December 13th from 4 to 6pm. If you are interested in submitting a quilt, the deadline is Wednesday, December 10th. Learn more at denaliartscouncil.org.
Silent Auction Fundraiser – Talkeetna Elementary School
Talkeetna Elementary School is hosting an online silent auction fundraiser to benefit 4th and 5th grade educational field trips to Kachemak Bay in Homer and to Denali National Park. The auction is ongoing and closes Saturday, December 13th at 5 PM. Follow the link in the announcement on ktna.org to browse items and place bids.
Tween Page to Screen – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna Public Library hosts the next Tween Page to Screen program on Saturday, December 13th. This month will feature the book, The Seeker, by Susan Cooper. Tweens ages 9 to 12 will enjoy snacks, discuss the book and watch the movie. The program is from 5 to 7pm. Next months selection is, Holes, by Luis Sachar and will be handed out after the movie.
Laughing All the Way to the Brink matinee performance – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council hosts a Matinee of the performance, Laughing All the Way to the Brink, at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Sunday, December 14th. This theatrical event is part of the Climate Theater Festival and will feature seven short plays by playwrights from around the world. While climate change is very serious, most of these plays are very not. Doors open at 2:30, and the performance is at 3pm. Donations are welcome, proceeds raised will go to the Susitna River Coalition. Learn more at denaliartscouncil.org.
Chanukah Celebration – Mat-Su Jewish Center Chabad
Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, AlaskaThe Mat-Su Jewish Center Chabad hosts a community Chanukah celebration at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center on Sunday, December 14th at 3:30pm. There will be a Menorah lighting, holiday treats, festive music, and activities for all ages. Everyone is welcome. For more information, visit MatsuJewishCenter.org.
Album Cover Art Recreation Contest
KTNA 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, United States +1 moreKTNA is now accepting submissions for the upcoming Album Cover Art Recreation Contest. To participate, choose an album cover and use your imagination and creativity to recreate it. Any art style is accepted - you could dress up and take a picture, draw it, or photoshop it. Submit your recreation to supportKTNA@ktna.org by December 15th. The Album Cover Art Show will hang at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar for the month of January, voting is on January 17th during KTNA's Annual Celebration. Find details & submission requirements at KTNA.org. We invite you to stop by the radio station to peruse our extensive album collection for ideas!
KTNA Board of Directors Meeting
KTNA 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, United StatesThe KTNA’s Board of Directors meets the third Monday of the month at 4:30pm at the station on 2nd Street in Talkeetna. The next meeting is December 15th. All are welcome. For more information, call 907-733-1700 or email manager@ktna.org.
Film Event – SalmonState
Sheldon Community Arts HangarThe nonprofit organization SalmonState is hosting a screening of the film Ocean with David Attenborough on Monday, December 15th at 6:30pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. The film dives into the beauty of our ocean ecosystems and the dangers of bottom trawling. There will be a short program, followed by a film screening, a Q&A session, and door prizes. Follow the link to the Facebook Event Page in the announcement on ktna.org to learn more.
Prescription Sunglasses Found
Prescription Sunglasses found on the Spur Road near Denali Education Center. Zenni brand, teal-colored plastic case. Call or text Jodi to claim. (907) 388-6217.
Winter Recital – Su Valley High School
Su Valley Jr/Sr High SchoolSu Valley High School's Winter Recital is on Tuesday, December 16th at Su Valley Jr/Sr High School. Doors open at 5:30pm, the performance starts at 6pm. You may call (907)733-9300 for more information.
B Movie Bingo – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council is hosting another round of B Movie Bingo, replete with prizes on Tuesday, December 16th. The doors open at 7:30pm and movie and bingo start at 8.
Stone Soup cooking class – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna Public Library hosts Stone Soup cooking class on Wednesday, December 17th, beginning at 5pm at the Talkeetna Library. This month, the group will hold a cookie exchange and make Mary’s Egg Nog. Space is limited, pre-registration is required. You may call 907-861-7645 with questions and to register.
Community Song Circle – Denali Education Center
Denali Education Center, Talkeetna Campus 22510 S Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK, United StatesThere is a Community Song Circle held at Denali Education Center's Talkeetna Campus, Susitna Hall, the third Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 8pm. This is a non-performable group, skill and experience is not required. All ages are welcome to attend, the goal is to simply have fun singing with others. You may contact Denali Education Center at (907)733-7003 for more information.
