AARP Tax Assistance appointments
2025-01-29 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Anchorage) | Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center, 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, Alaska, 99676
AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) tax representatives are available to assist local residents on completing their 2024 taxes. They will be at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center from 10am until 4pm every other Wednesday, until April 9th. Assistance is by appointment only, you can schedule by calling 211 or (800) 478-2221 or visit taxappointment.aarp.org. Available dates are: February 26th, March 12th, March 26th, and April 9th. Appointments are available on alternative Wednesdays at Houston City Hall.
As of 2/26/25: Tax-Aide appointments are now full through the end of filing season. They do have a waitlist in case of any cancellations.

Talkeetna Ice Festival Kick-Off Event
2025-01-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Talkeetna Village Park, 99676
The community is invited to a Kick-Off Party in Village Park for the Talkeetna Ice Festival from 4 – 6pm to celebrate the start of the Festival and the ice carving competition. The Talkeetna Elementary School PTA will have s’mores, hot cocoa, and hot soups for sale (benefiting the Talkeetna Elementary PTA). There is ice available if you are interested in carving, register at denaliartscouncil.org.

Talkeetna Jeopardy
2025-01-30 19:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
The Talkeetna Historical Society is hosting the annual Talkeetna Jeopardy game on Thursday, January 30th, at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Doors open at 6:30 and the show starts at 7:00pm. Ticket proceeds support the museum. Team participants are still needed. Please contact the museum at 907-733-2487 or message them on social media if you are interested.

Willow State Winter Carnival
2025-01-31 - 2025-02-02 | Willow Community Center
The 63rd Annual Willow State Winter Carnival begins on Friday, January 31st with a wide variety of events for all ages through Sunday, February 2nd. More information, including the complete schedule of events can be found at waco-ak.org and on the Willow Area Community Organization’s FaceBook Page.

Talkeetna Art Walk - Denali Arts Council
2025-01-31 15:00 - 18:00
The Talkeetna Art Walk is Friday, January 31st from 3pm to 6pm. Denali Arts Council will be displaying Fiber and Ice Art Show, and there are multiple participating businesses featuring local artists. This free, family friendly event will have you enjoying beautiful art, interactive art installations and games, hot beverages and light snacks. Art walk passports are available for pickup on Friday, January 31st at the Flying Squirrel Bakery and Cafe and the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Passports can be turned in at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar between 5pm and 7pm that day to be entered into a drawing.

Myles from Dublin Concert
2025-01-31 19:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali Arts Council presents Myles from Dublin. This trio features John Walsh, Pat Broaders, and Jannell Canerday. This lovely concert of traditional Irish music and song will be by candle light. This beautiful event is free to the community at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar at 7pm. Donations are welcome.

Talkeetna Ice Festival
2025-02-01 | Talkeetna Village Park, 99676
Here’s what’s coming up for the Talkeetna Ice Festival on Saturday, February 1st:

Ice sculpture viewing and voting at the Talkeetna Village Park from 12 to 5pm. There will be hot beverages, kid activities, and an ice carving demonstration.
A Chili Cook Off with tasting and voting is from 1 to 5pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. The winner will be announced at 5pm, in the Village Park.
Kick Sled Races for ages 3 to 93 are from 1 to 2 pm on Main Street. Kick Sleds of various sizes will be provided or bring your own. Don’t worry if you’ve never been on a kick sled before – if you can walk you can kick sled! Call Holly at 907-355-4903 with any questions.
A Tandem Ski Race, put on by the Talkeetna Chamber of Commerce is from 2 to 3pm on Main Street.
The Dog Keg Pull Race, put on by Denali Education Center is from 3 to 4pm on Main Street. Winners will be announced at 5 pm in the Village Park.

Talkeetna Recycling Notice
2025-02-01 12:00 - 16:00 | Talkeetna Transfer Station, Mile, 11.5 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK, 99676, United States
Talkeetna Recycling is to not open if the temperature, actual or windchill, is below zero. Please check either on social media or with the Talkeetna Transfer Site as to whether it will be open this Saturday. The goal is to keep both recyclers and volunteers safe and comfortable given the conditions.

Teen Book to Movie - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-02-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Teen Book to Movie meets Saturday, February 1st at 6pm at the Talkeetna Public Library. Teens will talk about the book, The Bread Winner, and then watch the movie and have snacks. Teen between 13 and 18 are welcome to join the fun. Pick up time is 8pm.

Frostbitten Documentary - Denali Arts Council
2025-02-01 18:30 - 20:30 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
The world premier of Frostbitten, a 45 minute documentary by David Hannah is at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Saturday, February 1st. Frostbitten follows climber Nigel Vardy as he returns to Alaska 25 years after getting stuck on Denali, to thank the locals who saved his life. The film screening will be followed by a Q and A with David and Nigel. Doors open at 6:30pm, the film starts at 7pm.

Frozen Basil Poker Ski - Denali Nordic Ski Club
2025-02-02 12:00 - 16:00 | Flying Squirrel Bakery & Cafe
Denali Nordic Ski Club hosts the 13th Annual Frozen Basil Poker Ski on Sunday, February 2nd. This 7.5 mile ski starts at 12pm at Flying Squirrel Bakery and Café and ends at Denali Brew Pub on Main Street. A shuttle is available from Denali Education Center to Flying Squirrel, running every 15 minutes from 10:45am until 12pm.

Pickup Basketball - Talkeetna Community Schools
2025-02-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Talkeetna Elementary School
Talkeetna Community Schools is offering Pickup Basketball for eighth-grade up through adults, weekly on Sundays from 6 to 8pm in the Talkeetna Elementary School Gym. For more information, you can email rebecca.hrdy@matsuk12.us or call (907) 733-9431.

Rental needed
2025-02-03
Looking for a small cabin or room for a single adult. If you have anything available please call Tomo at (907)314-0678.

Taco Tuesday canceled today
2025-02-04 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Taco Tuesday and Jam Night at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar is canceled today, Tuesday, February 4th.

Reading Mentors - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-02-04 15:15 - 16:15 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Public Library offers Reading Mentors Tuesdays from 3:15 to 4:15pm. Second to fourth graders are invited to attend this program, where students are matched with adult reading partners. This program is aimed at teaching confidence in reading. Sunshine Transit is available to transport students from Talkeetna Elementary School. Homeschoolers are welcome. There is still space for students to join. Adult Mentors are also needed. Please register at the Talkeetna Elementary or call the library. Please call the library at 907-861-7645 to preregister for this program.

AARP Tax Assistance appointments
2025-02-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Houston City Hall, 13878 Armstrong Rd,, Wasilla, AK, 99654, United States
AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) tax representatives are available to assist local residents on completing their 2024 taxes. They will be at the Houston City Hall from 10am until 4pm every other Wednesday, until April 2nd. Assistance is by appointment only, you can schedule by calling 211 or (800) 478-2221 or visit taxappointment.aarp.org. Available dates are: February 19th, March 5th, March 19th, and April 2nd. Appointments are available on alternative Wednesdays at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center.

Talkeetna Library Strategic Plan Public Meeting
2025-02-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
There is an Open House for public comment on the Strategic Plan for Mat-Su Borough Public Libraries on Wednesday, February 5th from 4 to 6pm. Suggestions and comments about what you envision for your library’s future will be gathered. There is also a short survey you can fill out; it is available online or on paper at all the Mat-Su Borough libraries. These are due Feb 16th. All are welcome to come give their input and enjoy some refreshments.

Storytime - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-02-06 11:15 - 12:30 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime every Thursday at 11:15am. This week’s Storytime theme is Snowmen at Night. There will be stories, snacks and a craft. All ages are welcome.

Denali Nordic Ski Club Board Meeting
2025-02-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Latitude 62
The Denali Nordic Ski Club will have its monthly board meeting on Thursday, February 6th at 6 pm at the Latitude 62. All are welcome.

Skatepark Committee Meeting
2025-02-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Talkeetna Skatepark Committee will meet on Thursday, February 6th, at 6 pm at the Talkeetna Public Library. At this meeting, they will conduct regular business and view and discuss the recently received park plan with Grindline, Inc.’s senior project manager, James Klinedinst, who will join via Zoom. A Zoom link is available for this meeting; please email TKASkatepark@gmail.com for the link.

Susitna Community Council Meeting
2025-02-06 19:00 | Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center, 16463 E. Helena Ave. / Mile 98.5 Parks Hwy., Sunshine, Alaska, 99676
The Susitna Community Council meets the first Thursday of each month at the Upper Susitna Community & Senior Center at 7 pm. The next meeting is June 5th. All are welcome.

Friends of the Talkeetna Library meeting
2025-02-07 13:00 - 14:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Friends of the Talkeetna Library meet Friday, February 7th, at 1 pm, at the library. A Zoom option is available. Call the library at 907-861-7645 for the ID number and password. All are welcome.

Fire & Ice Family Dance Night
2025-02-07 18:00 - 22:00 | Willow Community Center
As a part of the Willow State Winter Carnival, the Willow-Caswell Fire Department Auxiliary presents a Fire & Ice Family Dance Night on Friday, February 7th from 6-10pm at the Willow Community Center.

Complexities of Love variety show - Denali Arts Council
2025-02-07 18:30 - 21:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali Arts Council celebrates love in all its forms at Talkeetna’s annual variety show; Complexities of Love on Friday and Saturday, February 7th and 8th. This is a family friendly show. Doors open at 6:30pm and the show starts at 7pm. Tickets and information at denaliartscouncil.org.

Fund Your Future Financial Aid Resource Fair
2025-02-08 10:00 - 15:00 | Mat-Su College
Mat-Su College is hosting the Fund Your Future Financial Aid Resource Fair on Saturday, February 8th from 10am until 3pm, at 8295 East College Drive, in Palmer. Financial Aid Advisors will be joined by representatives from organizations across the Valley offering grants and scholarships for Mat-Su Valley Students. There will also be a FAFSA Completion Room to help students complete their application for Federal Student Aid. To see what documentation you will need to bring for the FAFSA process, you may visit matsu.alaska.edu. This event open to the public.

Alaska Long Trail Advisory Group for Talkeetna Area
2025-02-08 16:00
The Talkeetna Community Council is looking for knowledgeable Talkeetna residents to serve as part of the Alaska Long Trail Advisory Work Group. Please send a letter of interest with your qualifications to: connect@talkeetnacouncil.org with “AK Long Trail” in the subject line.

Complexities of Love variety show - Denali Arts Council
2025-02-08 18:30 - 21:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali Arts Council celebrates love in all its forms at Talkeetna’s annual variety show; Complexities of Love on Saturday, February 8th. This is the final showing of this family friendly show. Doors open at 6:30pm and the show starts at 7pm. Tickets and information at denaliartscouncil.org.

Super Bowl Party - VFW
2025-02-09 12:30 - 17:00 | VFW Post on Veterens Way in Talkeetna
The VFW in Talkeetna is hosting a Super Bowl party on Sunday, February 9th. Doors open at 12:30, kickoff is at 2:30pm. All are welcome. Bring a snack to share if you can.

Fiber February Art Show - Denali Arts Council
2025-02-09 15:00 - 19:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali Arts Council hosts the Fiber February Art Show on Sunday, February 9th from 3 to 7pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. There will also be spinning demonstrations and sheep on display. Fiber February features the fascinating world of fiber art. There will be opportunities to peruse weaving, hooking, felting and more by signing up for Fiber Workshops, held later this month. More information at denaliartscouncil.org.

KTNA's Decadent Dessert Auction!
2025-02-10 14:00 - 2025-02-14 21:00 | KTNA, 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, 99676, United States
Tune in this week for KTNA’s Decadent Dessert Auction! Locally crafted desserts are auctioned off on-air each day from Monday, February 10th through Friday, February 14th.
Auction times are 2 to 2:55 pm and 8 to 8:55 pm daily, plus a bonus dessert from 1 to 1:55 pm on Valentine’s Day. We have a variety of Decadent Cakes and Desserts like a Guinness Chocolate Cake with a pint of Homemade Ice-cream, visit ktna.org to check out our complete lineup with pictures and descriptions. This fundraising event benefits KTNA and the Upper Susitna Food Pantry.
