Medicare Counseling Appointments
2025-11-26 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Anchorage) | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
On Wednesday, November 26th, one-on-one Medicare counseling appointments are available in the afternoon at the Talkeetna Public Library. To schedule your appointment, please call 907-310-2951. For more information, follow the link in the announcement on ktna.org to the Medicare Information Office

Annual Community Thanksgiving Service - St. Bernard’s Church
2025-11-26 18:00 | St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, 22136 F Street, Talkeetna, AK, 99676
Everyone is welcome to the Annual Community Thanksgiving Service which will be held at 6pm this Wednesday, November 26th at St. Bernard’s Church on F Street. Following the brief service, there will be a Finger Food Buffet and time for visiting. For more information, call or text Geri at 907-223-3198. They hope to see you there.

Mat-Su library closures
2025-11-27 00:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Mat-Su libraries are closed this Thursday and Friday, November 27th and 28th for the Thanksgiving holiday. This includes Trapper Creek, Talkeetna and Willow Public Library. The Talkeetna Public Library reminds you that the wi-fi is always on and accessible from the parking lot, the password is on the door.

Strong Women Exercise Group - Talkeetna Public Library - CLOSED TODAY
2025-11-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Strong Women exercise group meet at 10 am at the Talkeetna Public Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays. A Zoom option is available. This program is aimed at improving strength, balance and flexibility for women over 40 years old. Newcomers are always welcome, weights and instructions are provided. For more information, you may call the library at 907-861-7645.
The Talkeetna Library will be closed on Thursday, Nov 27th and Friday, November 28th for Thanksgiving. So there will not by Strong Women or Storytime this Thursday. They will reopen on Friday, November 29th at regular hours – 11am until 6pm. The wifi is on 24/7 and can be accessed from the parking lot and picnic tables, the password info is on the front door. The staff wish all a wonderful Thanksgiving and hope you get a chance to read a good book.

Storytime - Talkeetna Public Library - CLOSED TODAY
2025-11-27 11:15 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime at 11:15am on Thursdays with a snack, stories and a craft. All are welcome. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.
The Talkeetna Library will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 27th and 28th for Thanksgiving. So there will not by Strong Women or Storytime this Thursday. They will reopen on Saturday, November 29th at regular hours – 11am until 6pm. The wifi is on 24/7 and can be accessed from the parking lot and picnic tables, the password info is on the front door. The staff wish all a wonderful Thanksgiving and hope you get a chance to read a good book.

Mat-Su library closures
2025-11-28 00:00 | Trapper Creek Public Library

Vendors for Holiday Market - Denali Arts Council
2025-11-28 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
There are still vending spaces open for the upcoming Holiday Market at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on November 29th and 30th. They are seeking local vendors to feature homemade art, crafts and goods for both indoor and outdoor tables. You may register at denaliartscouncil.org.

Holiday Market - Denali Arts Council
2025-11-29 10:00 - 17:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
The Denali Arts Council Holiday Market is at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Saturday and Sunday, November 29th and 30th from 10am until 5pm. There will be locally made art, crafts and goods for sale. Soups and festive beverages will be available for purchase. Learn more at denaliartscouncil.org.

Teens’ Book to Movie Program - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-11-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Public Library hosts their Teens’ Book to Movie Program, on Saturday, November 29th from 6 to 8pm. They will be showing The Giver – a movie is based on the novel by Lois Lowry. There will be a snack and discussion of the movie and book. Next month’s books will be handed out for the teens to read and keep. This monthly program for teens ages 13-18. For more information you may contact the Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

2026 Parking Passes Available -Talkeetna Public Library
2025-12-01 00:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Trailhead Parking and Remote Property Owners parking passes for 2026 are available at the Talkeetna Public Library during open hours, Monday through Saturday 11am to 6pm. You will need to bring your ID for the trailhead pass, and also your insurance paperwork for your vehicles for the Remote Property Owner pass. The library only accepts cash or checks for payment. If you need to pay with a credit or debit card, the librarians can help you online at matsu.gov.

Talkeetna Community Council monthly meeting
2025-12-01 19:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Talkeetna Community Council meets on Monday, December 1st at 7pm at the Talkeetna Public Library and over Zoom. Visit talkeetnacouncil.org for more information including the Zoom link.

Community Advisory Board (CAB) Meeting
2025-12-02 17:00 - 18:00 | KTNA, 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, 99676, United States
There will be a meeting of KTNA’s Community Advisory Board (CAB) Tuesday, December 2nd at 5pm at the station on 2nd Street in Talkeetna. All are welcome. For more information, call 907-733-1700 or email info@ktna.org.

Medicare Counseling Appointments
2025-12-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
On Wednesday, December 3rd, one-on-one Medicare counseling appointments are available in the afternoon at the Talkeetna Public Library. To schedule your appointment, please call 907-310-2951. For more information, follow the link in the announcement on ktna.org to the Medicare Information Office

Talkeetna Skatepark Committee Meeting
2025-12-03 18:30 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Talkeetna Skatepark Committee is meeting on Wednesday, December 3rd at 6:30pm at the Talkeetna Public Library. All are welcome to attend.

WACO Monthly Meeting
2025-12-03 19:00 | Willow Community Center
The Willow Area Community Organization’s (WACO) monthly meetings are held at 7pm on the first Wednesday of every month at the Willow Community Center. The next meeting is December 3rd. More information at waco-ak.org

Storytime - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-12-04 11:15 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime at 11:15am on Thursdays with a snack, stories and a craft. It’s Christmas Tree Time at Talkeetna Library, this week they will read stories about trees and then make holiday ornaments to add to the library tree or take home. All are welcome. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

Denali Nordic ski club Board of Directors Meeting
2025-12-04 18:30 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Denali Nordic ski club Board of Directors is meeting on Thursday, December 4th at 6:30 PM at the Talkeetna library. All are welcome.

Susitna Community Council Meeting
2025-12-04 19:00 | Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center, 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, Alaska, 99676
The Susitna Community Council meets the first Thursday of each month at the Upper Susitna Community & Senior Center at 7 pm. The next meeting is December 4th.

Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program - Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center
2025-12-06 16:00, 2025-12-07 14:00 | Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center, 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, Alaska, 99676
The Upper Susitna Seniors hosts three introductory sessions for an upcoming Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center. Each introductory session is about one hour long, those interested can choose to attend one of the following dates:

Saturday, December 6th at 4pm
Sunday, December 7th at 2pm
Monday, December 8th at 6pm

The Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program begins in January, pre-registration will be available for those who feel this program is a good fit for them. For additional information or questions you may call Mariana at 907-203-4032. Learn more about the program at nedleyhealth.com.

Holiday in Whoville Casting Call - Denali Arts Council
2025-12-07 17:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali Arts Council hosts an open casting call and read through for the Holiday in Whoville’s theatrical reading of The Grinch at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Sunday, December 7th at 5pm.

Talkeetna Bachelor Society Grant opportunity
2025-12-09 | Alaska
The Talkeetna Bachelor Society is accepting applications from non-profit and community programs that will be a benefit to women and children in the Talkeetna area.
The Funding Applications should describe your program need and the amount being requested and can be downloaded at talkeetnabachelors.com/funding-requests.
Completed applications can be mailed to:
Talkeetna Bachelor Society
PO Box 1063
Talkeetna, AK 99676
or emailed to tkabachelors@gmail.com
The deadline is Tuesday, December 9th.

Mat-Su Library Board of Directors meeting - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-12-09 13:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Mat-Su Library Board of Directors meets at the Big Lake Lions Club on Tuesday, December 9th at 1pm. Zoom participation will be available at the Talkeetna Public Library.

Talkeetna Recycling Committee meeting
2025-12-09 16:30 | Virtual
The Talkeetna Recycling Committee will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, December 9th, at 4:30PM, via Zoom. Anyone interested in recycling is welcome to attend. For information about the agenda or the Zoom link, contact Cici at 907-355-8324.

Backcountry & Ice Travel Safety Presentation
2025-12-09 18:00 | Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center
The 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
2025-12-10 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali 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
2025-12-10 09:30 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The 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
2025-12-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Talkeetna Roadhouse
On 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. The film offers global context for ongoing conversations about river protection, including renewed interest in the Susitna-Watana Dam.
Following the short film, SRC will share a presentation and updates on current projects and a look ahead to 2026.
Roadhouse cookies, brownies, popcorn, and drinks will be available. All are welcome to attend.

Storytime - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-12-11 11:15 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna 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
2025-12-11 18:30 - 20:00 | KTNA, 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, 99676, United States
KTNA 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.
