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Su Dog 300 – Sled Dog Race – Soup Dog
Willow Community CenterThe 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.
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Su Dog 300 – Sled Dog Race – Closing Ceremony
Willow Community CenterThe 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.
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Open Gym – Community Enrichment – Talkeetna Elementary PTA
Talkeetna Elementary SchoolTalkeetna 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.
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The Friends of Benka Lake – Quarterly Meeting
VFW Post on Veterens Way in TalkeetnaThe 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.
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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.
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Storytime – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna 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.
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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.
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Computer Classes – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe 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.
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Talkeetna Recycling
Talkeetna Transfer Station Mile, 11.5 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK, United StatesTalkeetna 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.
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Raising Spirits Festival – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali 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.
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Teen Page to Screen – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna 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.
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Seed Catalog – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe 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,
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Toddler Gym Time – Community Enrichment – Talkeetna Elementary PTA
Talkeetna Elementary SchoolTalkeetna Elementary PTA hosts Toddler Gym Time at Talkeetna Elementary School's gym on Mondays from 4:30-5:30 pm. For more information including fees, visit their Facebook Page. You may email REBECCA.HRDY@matsuk12.us with any questions.
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Talkeetna Community Council monthly meeting
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Talkeetna Community Council meets the first Monday of each month at 7pm at the Talkeetna Public Library and over Zoom. Visit talkeetnacouncil.org for more information including the Zoom link.
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Strong Women Exercise Group – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaStrong 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.
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Talkeetna Recycling Committee Meeting
The next meeting of the Talkeetna Recycling Committee will be held at 4:30PM on Tuesday, March 3rd, via Zoom. For those interested in attending the meeting or getting more information, contact Cici at 907-355-8324 or email at recycling@talkeetnacouncil.org.
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Radio Journalism Afterschool Club
Su Valley Jr/Sr High SchoolKTNA and Su Valley High School are collaborating to start a Radio Journalism Afterschool Club for the remainder of the school year. This Club is open to all Su Valley students, from middle to high school level. The Club will meet every Wednesday from 3:15-4:15pm at Su Valley High School beginning March 4th. If you are a student or parent and would like to learn more or become involved, please reach out to Teacher Cory O'Dell or School Librarian Tracy Steere.
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Open Gym – Community Enrichment – Talkeetna Elementary PTA
Talkeetna Elementary SchoolTalkeetna 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.
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WACO Monthly Meeting
Willow Community CenterThe 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 one is on March 4th. More information at waco-ak.org -
Storytime – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna 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.




