TPAC Meeting
2025-01-20 18:30 (America/Anchorage) | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Talkeetna Parks Advisory Committee is having their bimonthly meeting on January 20th at the Talkeetna Library at 6:30pm. You may contact the TPAC chair Karl Swanson at 907-733-7547 with any questions.

Mentoring Program - Willow Public Library
2025-01-22 15:15 - 16:30 | Willow Public Library
The Willow Public Library Mentoring Program meets each Wednesday from 3:15 to 4:30pm. This program is open to all Willow Elementary Students. The mentor and youth meet at the Library and might read to one another, browse for books or do activities like crafts, puzzles, games. Additional mentors are needed. For more information call 907-861-7655 or visit their Facebook Page.

Chase Community Council Annual Election Meeting
2025-01-22 18:00 | Latitude 62
The annual election meeting of the Chase Community Council Board of Directors is Wednesday, January 22nd 6PM at the Latitude 62 Lodge.

Susitna River Coalition Winter Speaker Series
2025-01-22 18:00
Susitna River Coalition begins their 2025 Winter Speaker Series with Angie Wade, Tribal Historic Preservation Officer and Culture & Historic Preservation Director with the Chickaloon Village. Angie will be discussing culturally modified trees, exploring how these trees carry significance for many Indigenous communities. This is a virtual event on Wednesday, January 22nd at 6pm. For more information, including the Zoom link you may visit the Susitna River Coalition’s Facebook Event Page.

Talkeetna Paddle & Racket Committee Meeting
2025-01-22 18:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Talkeetna Paddle and Racket Committee is scheduled for this day has been canceled.

Shakedown Strings in concert
2025-01-22 19:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali Arts Council is hosting the following events at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar:

Shakedown Strings, a jam band from Kansas City, Missouri will perform a benefit concert for DAC on Wednesday, January 22nd. Doors at 6:30pm, music at 7pm.

For more information about upcoming events and tickets you may visit denaliartscouncil.org or call (907)733-7929.or call (907)733-7929.

Instructors needed for Fiber workshops
2025-01-23 09:00
Denali Arts Council is seeking fiber instructors for Fiber February and their upcoming workshops. All fiber forms are welcome. The workshops will be held February 21st, 22nd and 23rd. If you are interested, please fill out the instructor inquiry found at denaliartscouncil.org or email michelle@denaliartscouncil.org.

Lost item
2025-01-23 10:30
Lost black Dogtra remote control. If found, please call or text 841-4071.

Willow Public Library Events
2025-01-23 11:00 | Willow Public Library
Here’s what’s coming up at the Willow Public Library:

Story Time followed by free play in the Community Center is on Thursdays at 11am. This is geared toward ages 0-5, but all are welcome.

For more information about the Willow Library, including programs and open hours you may call 907-861-7655 and visit their Facebook Page.

Storytime - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-01-23 11:15 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime every Thursday at 11:15am. There will be stories, snacks and a craft. All ages are welcome. Grab and Go craft kits will be available after 1pm in the foyer for those unable to attend. You can reach the library at 907-861-7645.

Open Gym - Talkeetna Community Schools
2025-01-23 16:30 - 18:00 | Talkeetna Elementary School
Talkeetna Community Schools hosts Open Gym on Thursdays from 4:30 to 6pm at the Talkeetna Elementary School. For more information or questions email rebecca.hrdy@matsuk12.us or by phone, (907) 733-9431.

Talkeetna Skatepark Committee Meeting
2025-01-23 18:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Talkeetna Skatepark Committee will meet at the Talkeetna Public Library on Thursday, January 23rd at 6pm. All are welcome to attend.

SuDog 300 - Sled Dog Race
2025-01-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Willow Community Center
The Su Dog 300 Sled Dog Race has been canceled. More information is available on Facebook.

Backcountry Film Festival
2025-01-25 19:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
The Backcountry Film Festival hosted by the Denali Arts Council is at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Saturday, January 25th beginning at 7pm.

International Guitar Night Concert
2025-01-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
The Denali Arts Council hosts International Guitar Night, the world’s premier touring guitar festival. For each tour, founder Brian Gore brings together a new cast of guitar luminaries for special evenings of solos, duets, and quartets that highlight the dexterity and diversity within the world of acoustic guitar. For this year’s lineup and to purchase tickets go to denaliartscouncil.org. The show is Sunday, January 26th at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar at 7pm.

Soup Dog - Su Dog 300 Celebration
2025-01-27 15:00 - 17:00 | Willow Community Center
The Su Dog 300 Sled Dog Race hosts a Soup Dog soup tasting contest to celebrate the finish of the race on Monday, January 27th beginning at 3pm. More information at sudog300.org.

Toddler Gym - Talkeetna Community Schools
2025-01-27 16:30 - 17:30 | Talkeetna Elementary School
Talkeetna Community Schools hosts Toddler Gym Time on Mondays from 4:30-5:30pm at the Talkeetna Elementary School. For more information or questions email rebecca.hrdy@matsuk12.us or by phone, (907) 733-9431.

Reading Mentors - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-01-28 15:15 - 16:15 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Public Library offers Reading Mentors Tuesdays from 3:15 to 4:15pm. Second to fourth graders are invited to attend this program, where students are matched with adult reading partners. This program is aimed at teaching confidence in reading. Please call the library at 907-861-7645 if you are interested in being a mentor.

AARP Tax Assistance appointments
2025-01-29 10:00 - 16:00 | Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center, 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, Alaska, 99676
AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) tax representatives are available to assist local residents on completing their 2024 taxes. They will be at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center from 10am until 4pm every other Wednesday, until April 9th. Assistance is by appointment only, you can schedule by calling 211 or (800) 478-2221 or visit taxappointment.aarp.org. Available dates are: February 26th, March 12th, March 26th, and April 9th. Appointments are available on alternative Wednesdays at Houston City Hall.
As of 2/26/25: Tax-Aide appointments are now full through the end of filing season. They do have a waitlist in case of any cancellations.

Talkeetna Ice Festival Kick-Off Event
2025-01-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Talkeetna Village Park, 99676
The community is invited to a Kick-Off Party in Village Park for the Talkeetna Ice Festival from 4 – 6pm to celebrate the start of the Festival and the ice carving competition. The Talkeetna Elementary School PTA will have s’mores, hot cocoa, and hot soups for sale (benefiting the Talkeetna Elementary PTA). There is ice available if you are interested in carving, register at denaliartscouncil.org.

Talkeetna Jeopardy
2025-01-30 19:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
The Talkeetna Historical Society is hosting the annual Talkeetna Jeopardy game on Thursday, January 30th, at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Doors open at 6:30 and the show starts at 7:00pm. Ticket proceeds support the museum. Team participants are still needed. Please contact the museum at 907-733-2487 or message them on social media if you are interested.

Willow State Winter Carnival
2025-01-31 - 2025-02-02 | Willow Community Center
The 63rd Annual Willow State Winter Carnival begins on Friday, January 31st with a wide variety of events for all ages through Sunday, February 2nd. More information, including the complete schedule of events can be found at waco-ak.org and on the Willow Area Community Organization’s FaceBook Page.

Talkeetna Art Walk - Denali Arts Council
2025-01-31 15:00 - 18:00
The Talkeetna Art Walk is Friday, January 31st from 3pm to 6pm. Denali Arts Council will be displaying Fiber and Ice Art Show, and there are multiple participating businesses featuring local artists. This free, family friendly event will have you enjoying beautiful art, interactive art installations and games, hot beverages and light snacks. Art walk passports are available for pickup on Friday, January 31st at the Flying Squirrel Bakery and Cafe and the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Passports can be turned in at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar between 5pm and 7pm that day to be entered into a drawing.

Myles from Dublin Concert
2025-01-31 19:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali Arts Council presents Myles from Dublin. This trio features John Walsh, Pat Broaders, and Jannell Canerday. This lovely concert of traditional Irish music and song will be by candle light. This beautiful event is free to the community at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar at 7pm. Donations are welcome.

Talkeetna Ice Festival
2025-02-01 | Talkeetna Village Park, 99676
Here’s what’s coming up for the Talkeetna Ice Festival on Saturday, February 1st:

Ice sculpture viewing and voting at the Talkeetna Village Park from 12 to 5pm. There will be hot beverages, kid activities, and an ice carving demonstration.
A Chili Cook Off with tasting and voting is from 1 to 5pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. The winner will be announced at 5pm, in the Village Park.
Kick Sled Races for ages 3 to 93 are from 1 to 2 pm on Main Street. Kick Sleds of various sizes will be provided or bring your own. Don’t worry if you’ve never been on a kick sled before – if you can walk you can kick sled! Call Holly at 907-355-4903 with any questions.
A Tandem Ski Race, put on by the Talkeetna Chamber of Commerce is from 2 to 3pm on Main Street.
The Dog Keg Pull Race, put on by Denali Education Center is from 3 to 4pm on Main Street. Winners will be announced at 5 pm in the Village Park.

Talkeetna Recycling Notice
2025-02-01 12:00 - 16:00 | Talkeetna Transfer Station, Mile, 11.5 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK, 99676, United States
Talkeetna Recycling is to not open if the temperature, actual or windchill, is below zero. Please check either on social media or with the Talkeetna Transfer Site as to whether it will be open this Saturday. The goal is to keep both recyclers and volunteers safe and comfortable given the conditions.

Teen Book to Movie - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-02-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Teen Book to Movie meets Saturday, February 1st at 6pm at the Talkeetna Public Library. Teens will talk about the book, The Bread Winner, and then watch the movie and have snacks. Teen between 13 and 18 are welcome to join the fun. Pick up time is 8pm.

Frostbitten Documentary - Denali Arts Council
2025-02-01 18:30 - 20:30 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
The world premier of Frostbitten, a 45 minute documentary by David Hannah is at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Saturday, February 1st. Frostbitten follows climber Nigel Vardy as he returns to Alaska 25 years after getting stuck on Denali, to thank the locals who saved his life. The film screening will be followed by a Q and A with David and Nigel. Doors open at 6:30pm, the film starts at 7pm.

Frozen Basil Poker Ski - Denali Nordic Ski Club
2025-02-02 12:00 - 16:00 | Flying Squirrel Bakery & Cafe
Denali Nordic Ski Club hosts the 13th Annual Frozen Basil Poker Ski on Sunday, February 2nd. This 7.5 mile ski starts at 12pm at Flying Squirrel Bakery and Café and ends at Denali Brew Pub on Main Street. A shuttle is available from Denali Education Center to Flying Squirrel, running every 15 minutes from 10:45am until 12pm.

Pickup Basketball - Talkeetna Community Schools
2025-02-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Talkeetna Elementary School
Talkeetna Community Schools is offering Pickup Basketball for eighth-grade up through adults, weekly on Sundays from 6 to 8pm in the Talkeetna Elementary School Gym. For more information, you can email rebecca.hrdy@matsuk12.us or call (907) 733-9431.
