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  • Rug Hooking Workshop – Denali Arts Council

    Talkeetna Roadhouse

    Denali Arts Council hosts a beginners rug hooking workshop for Fiber February. This event will be held at the Talkeetna Roadhouse on Sunday, February 22nd at 2PM. All materials are provided. For more information you may send a message to Sandy at tkb@alaska.net.

  • Su Dog 300 – Sled Dog Race – Soup Dog

    Willow Community Center

    The Su Dog 300 Sled Dog Race continues through February 24th. Soup Dog is on Monday, February 23rd starting at 5pm at the Willow Community Center. This is a community event and soup competition. It's timed so people will come together, enjoy food, and possibly see the first few mushers cross the finish line. All are welcome to attend and cheer on the mushers. You can follow the mushers with the Live Tracker and learn more at sudog300.org.

  • The Friends of Benka Lake – Quarterly Meeting

    VFW Post on Veterens Way in Talkeetna

    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.

  • Train service changes – Alaska Railroad

    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.

  • Strong Women Exercise Group

    Strong Women Exercise Group
    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    Strong Women exercise group meet on Tuesdays and Thursday at 10am in person at the Talkeetna Public Library and on Zoom.  Newcomers are welcome, weights and instructions are provided. For more information, you may call the library at 907-861-7645.

  • Willow Public Library Events

    Willow Public Library Events
    Willow Public Library

    Here’s what’s coming up at the Willow Public Library:

    • Willow Library Mentoring Program meets each Wednesday from 3:15 to 4:30pm. This program is open to all Willow Elementary Students. Additional mentors are needed.
    • 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

    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    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.

  • Sunshine Clinic Board of Directors Meeting

    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.

  • Computer Classes – Talkeetna Public Library

    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    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.

  • Raising Spirits Festival – Denali Arts Council

    Sheldon Community Arts Hangar

    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.

  • Teen Page to Screen – Talkeetna Public Library

    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    Talkeetna Library hosts the Teen Page to Screen book club on Saturday, February 28th at 6pm. They are discussing the book; The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness and watching the movie based on this book; Chaos Walking. Snacks and treats will be served. This program is for teens, ages 13 to 18 years old. For more information, call 907-861-7645.

  • Seed Catalog – Talkeetna Public Library

    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    The Seed Catalog at the Talkeetna Public Library is up and running for this season. The main selection right now is herbs. There are seed starting trays, pamphlets and books with helpful information. Seeds for flowers and vegetables should be ready soon,
    The Talkeetna Library is open Monday through Saturday from 11am to 6pm. For more information, you may call 907-861-7645

  • The Sizzle & Stir Club – Talkeetna Public Library

    Talkeetna Public Library Talkeetna

    The Talkeetna Public Library hosts the The Sizzle & Stir Club beginning today (Monday, January 12th). This 7-week long cooking program is open to 4th and 5th graders and homeschool students are welcome. Transportation from Talkeetna Elementary School to the library will be provided by Sunshine Transit. There are still two spots available, for more information and to register, please call the library at 907-861-7645.

  • Strong Women Exercise Group – Talkeetna Public Library

    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.