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Talkeetna Recycling Closure
Talkeetna Recycling is closed today (Tuesday) due to a lack of volunteers.
Alex Zerbe the Zaniac – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarAs a part of the Denali Arts Council’s Performing Arts Season, they host a family-friendly action-comedy with Alex Zerbe the Zaniac, on Wednesday, October 1st at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. This show stars a hacky sack world champion who can beatbox, juggle, dance, sing, and perform magic. Doors open at 6:30pm and the show starts at 7. Tickets available at denaliartscouncil.org.
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 today (October 1st). More information at waco-ak.orgDenali Nordic Ski Club board meeting
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe next Denali Nordic Ski Club board meeting is at the Talkeetna Public Library on Thursday, October 2nd at 6 pm. All are welcome.
Community Dance Party – Jessica Stevens Community Foundation
Sheldon Community Arts HangarThe Jessica Stevens Community Foundation is hosting a community dance party on Friday, October 3rd. All are invited to a concert featuring the ska band Nervis Rex at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. The doors open at 7:15 and the music starts at 7:30pm.
Talkeetna Recycling Seeks Volunteers
Talkeetna Recycling is seeking new volunteers. They are hosting volunteer training on Saturday, October 4th and Tuesday, October 7th, at 11:30am. Training is for both current and new volunteers. New volunteers are very much needed in order to keep recycling open during all scheduled hours. You may call 907-355-8324 for more information.
Arctic Entries – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarOn Saturday, October 4th, Denali Arts Council hosts Arctic Entries at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Local storytellers will tell their true stories of small town secrets: Stories of Ghosts, Gatherings, and Good Times. The doors at 6:30pm, and the show at 7pm.
Mask Making Workshop – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarDenali Arts Council is hosting a mask making workshop at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Sunday, October 5th from 1pm to 4pm. All supplies will be provided. This is an opportunity to make a mask to wear to the Denali Art's Councils annual Take Back the Town Masquerade Ball on October 11th. Learn more at denaliartscouncil.org.
Voter registration
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Talkeetna Public Library is offering support to help people register to vote. The next election is on November 4th, which means you must register by October 5th in order to have your vote count. Help is available at the Talkeetna Library during open hours, 11am to 6pm, Monday through Saturday. Absentee in-person voting will be held at the library beginning October 20 through November 3rd. For more information, you may call 907-861-7645.
Wild Su Feast – Susitna River Coalition
Denali Brewing CompanyThe 9th Annual Wild Su Feast is scheduled for Sunday, October 5, from 5 pm to 8 pm at Denali Brewing Company, located at Mile 2 of the Talkeetna Spur Road. The event, hosted by the Susitna River Coalition, features a community potluck and cooking competition with foods that walked, swam, flew, or grew in the Susitna Watershed. For more information follow the event link in the announcement on ktna.org.
Talkeetna Community Council Nominations for Board of Directors
The Talkeetna Community Council Inc. Board of Directions is accepting nominations for 3, two-year term seats to be included on the November 4th ballot. Residents of legal voting age, eligible to vote in MatSu borough elections, and whose primary residence is within the Talkeetna Community Council boundaries are eligible. All nominees must complete a Declaration of Candidacy Form which is available at talkeetnacouncil.org.
If you would like to nominate a candidate or yourself, submit the form to contact@talkeetnacouncil.org or mail to PO Box 608, Talkeetna, 99676 by the October 6th meeting.
For additional information, visit talkeetnacouncil.org or contact members of the Nominating Committee at 907-232-0714.Reel-to-Reel player needs a home
A reel-to-reel player needs a home. Call Tanya at 541-521-1175 if you are interested.
Talkeetna Recycling Seeks Volunteers
Talkeetna Recycling is seeking new volunteers. They are hosting volunteer training on Tuesday, October 7th, at 11:30am. Training is for both current and new volunteers. New volunteers are very much needed in order to keep recycling open during all scheduled hours. You may call 907-355-8324 for more information.
Public Information Meeting for Susitna Forestry Guidelines
Tuesday, October 7, the Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection is hosting a virtual Public Information Meeting regarding the revision of the Susitna Forestry Guidelines. The meeting will be on Microsoft Teams from noon to 1:30pm. Follow the meeting link in the announcement on ktna.org. The meeting will also be on the big screen at the Talkeetna Library. For questions or more information email dnr.dof.matsuplanning@alaska.gov.
Talkeetna Library’s Breakfast Book Club
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaTalkeetna Library's Breakfast Book Club meets this Wednesday morning at 9:30am in person and on Zoom. The selection this month is Sarah Birdsall's latest book, Hill of Dead Horses. All are welcome to attend; reading the book is not mandatory. The selection for November is West with Giraffes, by Lynda Rutledge, copies are available.
Talkeetna Bachelor Society Meeting
Latitude 62Talkeetna Bachelor Society is holding a general meeting and sign-up for this year's event at the Latitude 62 at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 8th. For more information or questions, email tkabachelors@gmail.com.
Reading Mentors needed
Talkeetna Library is in need of a few more teen or adult Reading Mentors. The program is held Tuesdays, at 3:15pm. If you would like to help, please call the Library at 907-861-7645 or drop by, Monday through Saturday, 11am to 5pm.
Storytime – Talkeetna Public Library
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaStorytime at the Talkeetna Library this week continues with the Fall theme. There will be stories and a craft about pumpkins. All ages are welcome. The fun begins at 11:15am with a snack. All are welcome. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.
Friends of the Talkeetna Library meeting
Talkeetna Public Library TalkeetnaThe Friends of the Talkeetna Library meet on Friday, October 10th, 1pm, at the Talkeetna Public Library. A Zoom option is available, call the library at 907-861-7645 for zoom information. All are welcome.
Miles Broomsfield Art Opening – Denali Arts Council
Sheldon Community Arts HangarThe Miles Broomsfield art show on October 10th at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar has been canceled.





