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Circus Sunday - Green Light Circus & Denali Arts Council
2026-01-11 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Anchorage) | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali Arts Council and Green Light Circus present: a Circus Sunday! The first of 5 scheduled monthly workshops between January and May, will be Sunday, January 11th. The day will feature aerial silks workshops followed by open juggling at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Three workshops are scheduled between 10am and 3pm, space is limited in the aerial workshops and pre-registration is recommended. Find more information at denaliartscouncil.org.
10:00-11:15am – Beginner Silks Workshop
11:30am-12:45pm – Intermediate/Advanced Silks Workshop
1:00-3:00pm – Open Juggling

The Sizzle & Stir Club - Talkeetna Public Library
2026-01-12 15:15 - 17:15 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Talkeetna Public Library hosts another session of the afterschool program; The Sizzle & Stir Club beginning on 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 till a couple spots available, for more information and to register, please call the library at 907-861-7645.

Toddler Gym
2026-01-12 16:30 - 17:30 | Talkeetna Elementary School
There is Toddler Gym today at the Talkeetna Elementary School from 4:30-5:30pm. A parent or responsible adult must attend with the child and complete a liability release form.

Strong Women Exercise Group - Talkeetna Public Library
2026-01-13 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.

Talkeetna Recycling
2026-01-13 12:00 - 16:00 | Talkeetna Transfer Station, Mile, 11.5 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK, 99676, United States
Talkeetna Recycling is open on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 12:00 to 4:00 pm at the Talkeetna Transfer station. Cardboard recycling is available on Saturdays only. They are always looking for volunteers. To learn more, call Cici at (907)355-8324 and visit their Facebook Page.

Reading Mentors - Talkeetna Public Library
2026-01-13 15:15 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Public Library’s Reading Mentors program is on Tuesdays at 3:15pm. This program is for 1st through 3rd graders and is designed to help new readers get experience and confidence in reading out loud. Transportation from Talkeetna Elementary School to the library will be provided by Sunshine Transit. If you have any questions, or you would like to volunteer as a reading mentor, you may call the library at 907-861-7645.

Community Conversation Pedestrian Main St. - Talkeetna Chamber
2026-01-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Talkeetna Chamber of Commerce and Talkeetna Community Council host a community conversation on the subject of a pedestrian only Main Street in downtown Talkeetna. All are invited to attend on Tuesday, January 13th from 6 to 8pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar.

Breakfast Book Club - Talkeetna Public Library
2026-01-14 09:30 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Public Library hosts Breakfast Book Club on Wednesday, January 14th at 9:30am. This month they are discussing the book, Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mendel. Light breakfast foods, coffee, and tea will be available. All we welcome to attend, there is an option to join via Zoom. Next month’s selection is What the Fireflies Knew by Kai Harris. For more information you may call the library at (907)861-7645.

B Movie Bingo - Denali Arts Council
2026-01-14 19:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali Arts Council hosts B Movie Bingo Night on Wednesday, January 14th, at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Watch a B rated movie, and win some B rated prizes! This event is geared towards adults. Doors open at 6:30, movie begins at 7pm.

Chase Community Council seeking board members
2026-01-15 | Alaska
The Chase Community Council is soliciting for 2 new board members. If you would like to be nominated, please call Beth Pike at 907-733-1078 by January 15th. Board members must be Chase residents as designated on their voter’s registration card.

Storytime - Talkeetna Public Library
2026-01-15 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 is Science Thursday and attendees will be learning all about buoyancy. All are welcome. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

Community Choir - Denali Arts Council
2026-01-15 17:30 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali Arts Council’s Music Academy will again be offering a weekly community choir rehearsal this year at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. The choir will perform at the annual Mother’s Day Concert. All voices are welcome. Commitment to rehearsals should be a priority. You may email Sandy, tkb@alaska.net, with any questions. Thursday, January 15th at 5:30pm will be the first rehearsal.

canceled - Trapper Creek Community Council Meeting
2026-01-15 18:30 | Trapper Creek Community Center
The Trapper Creek Community Council meets the 3rd Thursday of every month at 6:30pm at the Trapper Community Center. All are welcome to attend.

Sunshine Transit Closed Today
2026-01-16 00:00 | Alaska
Sunshine Transit is closed today (Friday) due to icy road conditions.

Today's Closures
2026-01-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Alaska
Both locations of Sunshine Community Health Center are closed today (Friday) due to the weather. This includes Talkeetna and Willow clinics. They remind you to call 911 for emergencies.
Due to icy roads and bad weather conditions, the Upper Susitna Food Pantry is closed today, Friday January 16th.
Bingo at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center scheduled for today is canceled.
The Trapper Creek Post Office not receiving mail today.

Parks Highway Shutdown - North
2026-01-16 11:00 | Alaska
Notice to travelers heading north – as of 11am Friday, the Parks Highway is shutdown near H&H and Jana’s Jumpin Java.

Upper Susitna Food Pantry Closure
2026-01-16 12:00 - 16:00 | Alaska
Due to icy roads and bad weather conditions, the Upper Susitna Food Pantry is closed today, Friday January 16th. They are normally open from 12 to 4pm on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Bingo Canceled - Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center
2026-01-16 19:00 | Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center, 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, Alaska, 99676
Due to the weather, Bingo at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center is canceled on Friday, January 16th. For more information you may call them at (907)733-6200.

Artificial Intelligence Class - Talkeetna Public Library
2026-01-17 14:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Library hosts a class about Artificial Intelligence on Saturday, January 17th at 2pm. You can learn about what it is and how it helps. Topics covered with be learning to use virtual assistants like Siri, navigate with GPS, get recommendations for shopping, and how to recognize scams. This program is open to all ages, all are welcome.

Tween Page to Screen - Talkeetna Library
2026-01-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Library hosts the Tween Page to Screen program on Saturday, January 17th from 5 to 7pm. They will be watching the movie adaptation of Holes, by Louis Sachar.

Vinyl Dance Party - KTNA's Annual Celebration
2026-01-17 17:00 - 21:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
KTNA hosts our Annual Celebration and Membership Meeting on Saturday, January 17th at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Come hungry, we will have a taco bar from 5 to 6:30pm. This year we host a Vinyl Dance Party beginning at 6:30pm, dress up and dance the night away as our DJs spin vinyl records. This is also your chance to vote on your favorite album art recreation from our Album Art Show/Contest! Learn more at KTNA.org.

Complexities of Love Rehearsals - Denali Arts Council
2026-01-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
The variety show, Complexities of Love, is right around the corner and Denali Arts Council is looking for performers. If you have a talent you’d like to share—dance, music, singing, comedy, poetry, puppetry, or anything else—they’d love to hear from you. The final two rehearsals are on February 1st, and February 8th, from 3 to 5pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. You must attend one of these rehearsals and audition for Jenny in order to be included in the show. Learn more at denaliartscouncil.org.

Soccer Coach needed - Talkeetna Elementary School
2026-01-19 | Alaska
Talkeetna Elementary is seeking a coach to lead their 3rd–5th grade soccer program March 17 through May 7th, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-4:30pm. Coach teaches basic skills and holds scrimmages, no travel for games required. Applicants must be able to communicate effectively with participants and families, complete MSBSD coach requirements, including application, fingerprinting, and background check at the Administration Bldg. in Palmer. This is a paid position. Interested persons can email kaliska.anderson@matsuk12.us.

Ice Rink Closure - Jack MacDonald Ice Rink
2026-01-19 | Jack McDonald Ice Rink
The ice at the Jack MacDonald Ice Rink at Talkeetna Elementary School is CLOSED due to warm temps beginning on Friday, January 16th. The ice will reopen when it gets cold again.

The Sizzle & Stir Club - Talkeetna Public Library
2026-01-19 15:15 - 17:15 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Talkeetna Public Library is open today. However, Sizzle and Stir Club is canceled. For more information and to register, please call the library at 907-861-7645.

KTNA Board of Directors Meeting
2026-01-19 16:30 - 18:00 | KTNA, 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, 99676, United States
The KTNA’s Board of Directors meets the third Monday of the month at 4:30pm at the station on 2nd Street in Talkeetna. All are welcome. For more information, call 907-733-1700 or email manager@ktna.org.

Talkeetna Parks Advisory Committee Meeting
2026-01-19 18:30 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Talkeetna Parks Advisory Committee (TPAC) is meeting Monday, January 19th at 6:30pm at the Talkeetna Public Library. All are welcome. The meeting will be also available via Zoom. Please contact Karl Swanson with any questions at 907-733-7547 or email, tpac@talkeetnacouncil.org.

Reading Mentors - Talkeetna Public Library
2026-01-20 15:15 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Public Library’s Reading Mentors program is on Tuesdays at 3:15pm. This program is for 1st through 3rd graders and is designed to help new readers get experience and confidence in reading out loud. Transportation from Talkeetna Elementary School to the library will be provided by Sunshine Transit. If you have any questions, or you would like to volunteer as a reading, mentor, you may call the library at 907-861-7645.

Chase Community Council annual election meeting
2026-01-21 18:00 | Latitude 62
The annual election meeting of the Chase Community Council is Wednesday, January 21st at 6PM at the Latitude 62 Lodge.

Rich Crain Classic volunteer meeting - Multi Users of Talkeetna Trails
2026-01-21 19:00 | Latitude 62
Multi Users of Talkeetna Trails (MUTT) hosts a volunteer meeting for the 3rd annual Rich Crain Classic on Wednesday, January 21st at the Latitude 62 at 7pm. They are looking for volunteers to help with grooming trails, registration, tending a campfire and timing events. If you can’t make it to the meeting, you can contact info@talkeetnamutt.org to inquire about volunteering.
