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Talkeetna Recycling
Talkeetna Transfer Station Mile, 11.5 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK, United StatesTalkeetna Recycling is open on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 12:00 to 4:00 pm at the Talkeetna Transfer station. Cardboard recycling is available on Saturdays only. They are always looking for volunteers. To learn more, call Cici at (907)355-8324 and visit their Facebook Page.
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Upper Susitna Soil and Water Conservation District revival meeting
Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, AlaskaUpper Susitna Soil and Water Conservation District is having a meeting on Saturday, April 25th from 2 to 5 pm at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center. The district is being revived to resume its role in the community with initiatives in salmon and wildlife habitat stewardship, trails, AK agriculture and local food production, invasive species and providing public information. All Upper-Su residents are invited. Email uppersusitna.swcd@gmail.com for more information.
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Pickle Ball – Community Enrichment – Talkeetna Elementary PTA
Talkeetna Elementary SchoolTalkeetna Elementary PTA hosts Beginner/Intermediate Pickleball at Talkeetna Elementary School's gym on Sundays from 3-5:30 pm. For more information including fees visit their Facebook Page. You may email REBECCA.HRDY@matsuk12.us with any questions.
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Pick-Up Basketball – Community Enrichment – Talkeetna Elementary PTA
Talkeetna Elementary SchoolTalkeetna Elementary PTA hosts Pick-Up Basketball for teens and adults, 6th grade and up, at Talkeetna Elementary School's gym on Sundays from 6-8 pm. For more information including fees visit their Facebook Page. You may email REBECCA.HRDY@matsuk12.us with any questions.
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Scholarship opportunity – Sunshine Community Health Center
Sunshine Community Health Center (SCHC) Student Scholarship Program supports high school seniors pursuing degrees or certificates in health care, behavioral health, and social services by awarding scholarships of up to $2,500. These scholarships recognize students who have demonstrated leadership, community involvement, and a dedication to wellness, helping to build a stronger health workforce in the Matanuska-Susitna Valley and beyond.
The application period is open and the deadline is May 1st. Eligible students must reside in zip codes 99676, 99688, or 99683.The link to apply is in the announcement on ktna.org.
Email scholarship@sunshineclinic.org or call 1-907-376-2273 (CARE) with any questions.
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Denali Arts Council is Hiring
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council is hiring an Administrative Manager. Full-time, must have strong organizational, office, and Excel skills, and enjoy teamwork and event coordination. A love for the arts is also a must. Interested applicants must submit their resume and letter of interest to michelle@denaliartscouncil.org by May 2nd. A full job description is available at denaliartscouncil.org, for more information contact Denali Arts Council.
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Art Opening – Flying Squirrel Bakery Cafe
Flying Squirrel Bakery & CafeThe Flying Squirrel Bakery & Cafe hosts an art opening on the first Saturday of each month from 3-5pm, hors d'oeuvres are provided. Located at Mile 11 of the Talkeetna ... Art Opening – Flying Squirrel Bakery Cafe
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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.
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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. Visit talkeetnacouncil.org for more information including the Zoom link.
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WACO Monthly Meeting
Willow Community CenterThe Willow Area Community Organization's (WACO) monthly meetings are held at 7pm on the first Wednesday of every month at the Willow Community Center. More information at waco-ak.org -
Susitna Community Council Meeting
Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, AlaskaThe Susitna Community Council meets the first Thursday of each month at the Upper Susitna Community & Senior Center at 7 pm. The next one is on May 7th, all are welcome. A Zoom option is available.
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Willow Community Health Fair
Willow Community CenterAlaska 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.
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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. All are welcome to attend.
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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.
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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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Talkeetna Historical Society seeking artists
Talkeetna MuseumThe Talkeetna Historical Society is seeking artists to decorate wooden salmon cutouts for their upcoming Salmon Run Art Auction fundraiser. The completed artwork is due by June 15th. Those who are interested may stop by the museum between 11am and 5pm on Fridays and Saturdays or call Autumn at (907)304-0321 to coordinate a pickup time.






