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Puppies looking for a home
Four 2-month old puppies are looking for a home, 2 females and 2 males. They are 3/4 Rhodesian Ridgeback and 1/4 Husky, weaned and eating solid food. If interested you may call 907-315-1253, they will be in the Cubby's parking lot from 2-4 pm on Thursday, December 18th.
Sunshine Community Health Center Board of Directors monthly meeting
VirtualThe Sunshine Community Health Center Board of Directors meet on Thursday, December 18th at 5PM. You can join the meeting on Zoom by following the link on KTNA's Announcement Page.
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 Community Center. The next one is on December 18th. All are welcome to attend.
Community Meeting for Talkeetna Lakes Park
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Matanuska-Susitna Borough is hosting a community meeting to discuss commercial guide permitting in Talkeetna Lakes Park and the surrounding area. The meeting is on Thursday, December 18th from 6:30-7:30pm at the Talkeetna Public Library. This meeting is an opportunity for residents, permit applicants, and other interested parties to share input on long-term guidelines and concerns related to commercial use in the park. If you have questions prior to the meeting, call Peter Burton at 907-861-7847 or email Peter.Burton@matsugov.us.
Oosik Trailmeister needed – Denali Nordic Ski Club
The Denali Nordic Ski Club is hosting the Oosik Classic on Saturday, March 14, 2026. An Oosik Trailmeister is needed to work with Oosik Committee and the Head Trail Groomer to Assemble and supervise a volunteer trail crew to layout the race courses for a 25K and a 50K, design maps, place signage, design and construct the Start/Finish areas, clean up after the race, participate in post-RACE debriefing, and keep track of ongoing expenses. To apply email a letter of interest that includes ski trail grooming experience to denalinordicskiclub@gmail.com. The option of a part-time or assistant Trailmeister to work with past Trailmeister is a possibility for the right candidate.
Breakfast with Santa – Upper Susitna Seniors
Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, AlaskaUpper Susitna Seniors host Breakfast with Santa at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center on Saturday, December 20th from 10:00 to 11:30am. All are welcome to enjoy breakfast, Santa will be there with gifts for kids. You may call (907)733-6200 for more information.
Christmas Box Distribution – Upper Susitna Food Pantry
Upper Susitna Food Pantry 16004 Walsted Road, Talkeetna, AKThe Upper Susitna Food Pantry's Christmas Box Distribution is on Saturday, December 20th. This will be a drive-thru event held at the Upper Susitna Food Pantry from 12 to 4pm.The food pantry is normally open on Wednesdays and Fridays, but will be closed on the upcoming holidays; December 24th, 31st, and January 1st. Learn more at uppersusitnafoodpantry.org or call (907)733-3348.Solstice Stroll – Denali Nordic Ski Club
The Denali Nordic Ski Club hosts a Solstice Stroll on Saturday, December 20th at 6 pm. There might not be enough snow to ski but that is not stopping them from celebrating Solstice. All are invited to meet at Whigmi trail head, there will be hot drinks and a fire. Please bring your own chair.
Teen Book to Movie – Talkeetna Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Talkeetna Library’s Teen Book to Movie program this month is featuring the book and movie, I am Number Four, written by Pattacus Lore. The program is on Saturday, December 20th, beginning at 6pm. Teens ages 13-18 are welcome, pizza and snacks will be served. January’s book, The Hunger Games: Ballads of Songbirds and Snakes, will be available to take home and read.
Holiday in Whoville Interactive Dramatic Reading – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council hosts Holiday in Whoville's Interactive Dramatic Reading of the Grinch Stories at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Friday and Saturday, December 19th and 20th. Attendees are welcome to come dressed in their Whoville best. They are also welcome to bring an ornament to add to the tree, or arrive early to make one - craft supplies will be available. This is an all ages show and fun for the whole family. Doors open at 6:30pm, the performance begins at 7pm. Tickets available at denaliartscouncil.org.
Indoor Garage Sale
There is an indoor Garage Sale this Saturday and Sunday on Second Street in downtown Talkeetna. Lots of Christmas things and good gifts. Follow the signs.
Senior Dental Days – Sunshine Community Health Center
Sunshine Community Health Center Willow 24091 Long Lake Road, Willow, United StatesSunshine Community Health Center hosts Senior Dental Days on December 22nd at the Willow Clinic, and December 23rd at the Talkeetna Clinic. This is for those who are 65 years or older and don’t have dental insurance, you can learn more about affordable dental care opportunities by calling 907-376-2273.
Family Holiday Movie Showing- Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council hosts a showing of Elf, a family-friendly holiday comedy starring Will Ferrell, about a boy raised by Santa who returns to the land of humans. The movie starts at 6pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Monday, December 22nd. Feel free to wear your Christmas PJs or your best elf suit, you can bring sleeping bags and pillows and get ready to cozy up. Concessions will be open.
Senior Dental Days – Sunshine Community Health Center
Sunshine Community Health Center Talkeetna 34300 South Talkeetna Spur Road, Talkeetna, Alaska, United StatesSunshine Community Health Center hosts Senior Dental Days on December 22nd at the Willow Clinic, and December 23rd at the Talkeetna Clinic. This is for those who are 65 years or older and don’t have dental insurance, you can learn more about affordable dental care opportunities by calling 907-376-2273.
Strong Women Exercise Group – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaStrong Women meet at 10am in person and on Zoom at the Talkeetna Library every Tuesday and Thursday (except of course this and next Thursday due to holiday closures). This exercise group focuses on improving balance, flexibility, and strength. All equipment is supplied, and there is no fee to attend. For more information, you may call the Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.
Christmas Dinner Bag – Upper Susitna Food Pantry
Upper Susitna Food Pantry 16004 Walsted Road, Talkeetna, AKIf you weren't able to grab a Christmas Dinner Bag on Saturday, don’t worry. The Upper Susitna Food Pantry still has some available for you. You can pick up a bag at the Upper Susitna Food Pantry from 12 to 2PM today (Wednesday, December 24th). If you have any questions or need more info, just give them a call at 733-3358.
CLOSED TODAY – Strong Women Exercise Group – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna Library is closed for the holiday.
Strong Women exercise group normally 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.
CLOSED TODAY – Story Time – Willow Public Library
Willow Community Center +1 moreWillow Library is closed for the holiday.
The Willow Public Library normally hosts a Story Time, followed by play time in the Willow Community Center on Thursdays beginning at 11:00am. Story Time is geared toward children up to 5 years old, but all are welcome. You may call the Willow Library at 907-861-7655 with any questions.
CLOSED TODAY – Storytime – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Talkeetna Library is closed for the holiday.
Talkeetna Public Library normally 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.
Summer Position at Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station
Walter Harper Ranger StationThe Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station is hiring a seasonal Recreation Fee Tech, front desk position for the 2026 summer season. You can find out more details about the position and apply following the link in the announcement on ktna.org. The application period is open on USA Jobs through December 29th.
