Friends of the Talkeetna Library host the next Stone Soup adult cooking class at 5pm on Wednesday, February 18th at the Talkeetna Public Library. All supplies are provided. Class size is limited, preregistration is required. For more information and to register, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

The Talkeetna Skatepark Committee is meeting on Wednesday, February 18th at 6PM at the Talkeetna Public Library. They are looking for more people who are interested in volunteering. You may email TKAskatepark@gmail.com and visit their Facebook Page for more information.

The Trapper Creek Community Council meets the 3rd Thursday of every month at 6:30pm at the Trapper Community Center. The next meeting is February 19th. All are welcome to attend.

LowDown Brass Band will be performing at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Thursday, February 19th. Embodying the vibrant Chicago music culture, LowDown Brass Band is a horn ensemble weaving the rhythm of the streets with conscious hip hop, reggae, and soul. Doors open at 6:30pm, and the show starts at 7. Tickets are available at denaliartscouncil.org.

Denali Arts Council hosts a stained glass workshop on Saturday, February 21st. This 6 hour workshop will be instructed by Debra Whaley, who has been a stained glass artist for 45 years. Participants may choose between 5 different designs. All materials are provided, and participants will take home a completed stained glass project. Participants must be at least 14 years old. Registration is available online: denaliartscouncil.org.

The Talkeetna Library hosts a Jigsaw Puzzle Competition on Saturday, February 21st from 12 to 4pm. Teams of two may choose between the two categories: 750 pieces and 500 pieces. Space is limited so pre-registration is recommended. You can call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645. This event is for all ages, team names are encouraged.

The Su Dog 300 Sled Dog Race hosts their Closing Ceremony on Tuesday, February 24th at Willow Community Center beginning at 6pm. You can follow the mushers with the Live Tracker and learn more at sudog300.org.

Talkeetna Elementary PTA hosts Open Gym at Talkeetna Elementary School's gym on Wednesdays from 4:30-6:00 pm. (free)  You may email REBECCA.HRDY@matsuk12.us for more information.

The Friends of Benka Lake are holding their quarterly meeting Wednesday, February 25th at 6:30pm at the Talkeetna VFW. All are welcome.  You may call Forrest with any questions at (907)355-3179.

Due to the extreme temperatures in Fairbanks Thursday evening to Friday morning, the Alaska Railroad is canceling the Thursday/Friday Aurora Winter Train.
Today (Thursday), they are running the Hurricane Turn schedule. Light food service from the Bistro will be available.
On Friday, there will be no train service available.

As of now, the Aurora train is still scheduled for Saturday northbound and Sunday southbound.
The number for the Alaska Railroad is 1-800-544-0552.

Talkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime at 11:15am on Thursdays with a snack, stories and a craft. The theme this week is Sled Dogs, all are welcome. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

The Sunshine Clinic Board of Directors meets the last Thursday of every month. The next meeting via Zoom on Thursday, February 26th at 5:00pm. The public is welcome to attend. You can find the Zoom link and info in the announcement on ktna.org.

meeting ID: 852 2671 8147 and passcode 645246.

The Friends of the Talkeetna Library host computer classes every 2nd and 4th Friday from 1 to 3pm at the Talkeetna Public Library through May 8th. The next class is on February 27th and will cover Computer Basics. The schedule including topics can be found in the event on KTNA's community calendar. For questions and to sign up, call the Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

Denali Arts Council presents their annual fundraiser, Raising Spirits, on Saturday, February 28th from 4 to 7pm. This elegant event features artisan-crafted cocktails from five Alaskan distilleries, catered food, aerial performances, and a silent auction. Proceeds raised will support the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar and the Emmila A. Denny Scholarship Fund. Tickets are available at denaliartscouncil.org.