Miles Broomsfield Art Opening - Denali Arts Council
2025-10-10 15:00 - 19:00 (America/Anchorage) | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
The Miles Broomsfield art show on October 10th at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar has been canceled.

Heart Like a Mountain, Book Reading & Signing - Denali Arts Council
2025-10-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Denali Arts Council hosts Suraj Holzwarth, presenting her new book, Heart Like a Mountain on Friday, October 10th at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar, from 7 to 8pm. In 1979 at the age of 19, Suraj became the youngest woman to summit Denali. In her memoir, she shares a spirited account of the 30-day expedition which began in the Peters Hills, leading through some of Alaska’s most remote wilderness before reaching Denali’s Base Camp. Saraj will read from her book, present a slide show and will be available for book signings.

Take Back the Town Party - Denali Arts Council
2025-10-11 17:30 - 21:00 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
Saturday, October 11th is Denali Arts Council’s Take Back the Town party and annual meeting. This year’s event is an autumn themed masquerade ball. The membership meeting, dinner, and elections start at 5:30pm. Attendees can vote on board members and renew their memberships. Following the meeting, the doors open to the public for the Denali Cooks and Friends at 7pm.

Road Service Area 15 meeting
2025-10-12 18:30 | Sheep Creek Lodge
There will be a Road Service Area (RSA) 15 meeting on Monday, October 12th at 6:30PM. This will be an in-person meeting at Sheep Creek Lodge.
Please direct any questions to DJ McBride at 907-632-0357.

Talkeetna Library Open Today & more
2025-10-13 11:00 - 18:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Talkeetna Public Library is open as usual today (Monday), despite the Federal Holiday. Beginning today, parents can opt in to receive emails when their child checks out library materials. In order to sign up, the parent or guardian on record must be listed on the library card account as the parent or guardian and have a valid e-mail address on file. If you have questions or need more information, please ask the librarian.

Multi Users of Talkeetna Trails (MUTT) meeting
2025-10-13 17:30 | Denali Brew Pub
Multi Users of Talkeetna Trails (MUTT) is having a volunteer meeting on Monday, October 13th at 5:30pm in the Beer Hall at the Denali Brew Pub, downtown to discuss the upcoming Dry Land Fun Race. The Dryland Fun Race is scheduled for Saturday October 18th at 11am in Talkeetna Lakes Park. The event offers human-powered and dog-powered races for distances of 5km and 8km for all ages . More info and sign up can be found on talkeetnamutt.org.

Meeting for Talkeetna Writers Festival
2025-10-13 18:30 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Love to write? Ellen Thea is hosting a meeting at the Talkeetna Public Library on Monday October 13th, at 6:30 pm. Anyone interested in creating and/or organizing an international Talkeetna Writer’s Festival is welcome.

Arctic Entries storytellers needed
2025-10-14 | Alaska
Denali Arts Council is looking for storytellers for the January and April Arctic Entries shows. January’s theme is Going Once, Going Twice: Stories of putting yourself on the line, unexpected wins, and near misses. April’s theme is Potholes and Promises: Stories of bumps in the road and where they lead. If you are interested or would like more information, contact Denali Arts Council at 907-733-7929.

Reading Mentors - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-10-14 15:15 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
Talkeetna Public Library’s Reading Mentors program meets Tuesdays at 3:15pm. This program is for 1st through 3rd graders. Preregistration is required. Teen and adult mentor volunteers are still needed, please contact the library to learn about volunteering at 907-861-7645.

Fiber Arts Group - Willow Public Library
2025-10-15 10:30 - 13:00 | Willow Public Library
The Willow Public Library hosts a Fiber Arts Group the 3rd Wednesday of every month. This month the meeting is October 15th.
All are invited to come knit, crochet, embroider, cross stitch, etc. anytime between 10:30am and 1:30pm.
You may call the Willow Library at 907-861-7655 with any questions.

Trapper Creek Community Council Meeting
2025-10-16 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. The next meeting is October 16th. All are welcome to attend.

Monthly VFW Auxiliary Meeting
2025-10-16 19:00 | VFW Post on Veterens Way in Talkeetna
All members are invited to attend the monthly Auxiliary meeting at the Myron F Ace Ebling Post 3836 this Thursday at 7pm. Discussion will include planning for the annual Halloween Hat & Glove Giveaway, Veterans Day, and Scholarships.

Homeschool Hangouts - Willow Public Library
2025-10-17 14:00 | Willow Public Library
Homeschoolers are invited to meet at the Willow Library on Fridays at 2 p.m. Homeschool Hangouts are no pressure gatherings with short guided opportunities for learning, exploration and free time afterwards. Call the Willow Public Library if you have questions, 907-861-7655.

Annual Bean-a-Fit Soup Supper
2025-10-17 16:30 - 19:30 | Swiss Alaska Inn
The Annual Bean-a-Fit Soup Supper is this Friday, October 17th from 4:30 to 7:30pm at the Swiss Alaska. This event is a fundraiser for Bean’s Café in Anchorage. There will be a variety of homemade soups, breads, and maybe even some sweet treats. For more information, you may call Romy at 907-733-2424.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
2025-10-17 19:00 | Alaska
Denali Drama and the Music Academy presents the musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Friday and Saturday October 24th, and 25th. Winner of the Tony and Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, this hilarious musical follows six contestants in a spelling competition. The doors open at 6:30 and the show begins at 7pm. This performance is rated PG-13. Tickets available at denaliartscouncil.org.

Donated items needed for Western Alaska
2025-10-18 | Alaska
The devastation of Typhoon Halong hitting Western Alaska last weekend has created a need for warm clothing for children, babies, men and women, all sizes, socks, shoes and boots. Towels and blankets. Non perishable food items, personal hygiene items, and maybe some things for the children as well. Totes and boxes are also needed. Items may be dropped off at KTNA through Saturday. Look for the table on the front deck. Call Nancy at 907-982-4677 if you have any questions.

MUTT Dryland Fun Race
2025-10-18 11:00 | Talkeetna Lakes Park
Multi Users of Talkeetna Trails (MUTT) is organizing a Dryland Fun Race on Saturday, October 18th at 11am in Talkeetna Lakes Park. All are invited to enjoy this local event with a furry friend. More info and sign up can be found on talkeetnamutt.org.

Meet & Greet with Dena McChargue
2025-10-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Flying Squirrel Bakery & Cafe
There is a meet and greet for Mat-Su School Board candidate for District 7, Dena McChargue (pronounced McKarg) on Sunday, October 19th from 2 to 4pm at the Flying Squirrel Bakery and Cafe. All are welcome to attend and ask questions.

KTNA's Fall Membership Drive!
2025-10-20 - 2025-10-24 | KTNA, 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, 99676, United States
KTNA hosts our annual Fall Membership Drive October 20th through October 24th. Tune in daily for special music shows! All are welcome to stop by the Radio Station on 2nd Street in Talkeetna to enjoy a hot cup of real apple cider and visit with staff and volunteers. You can support YOUR Community Radio Station by becoming a Sustaining Member this week and encouraging your friends and family to join you!
Tune in for special LIVE programming each day at:

2-3pm
3-4pm
7-8pm
8-9pm

Toddler Time - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-10-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
A new program is starting at the Talkeetna Public Library; Toddler Time! Beginning on Monday, October 20th from 4 to 5pm. This weekly program is for ages 1 to 3 years old, but all are welcome. This will be a a time for parents, guardians, grandmas and pas to participate in fun activities with their toddlers. For more information, you may call 907-861-7645.

KTNA Board of Directors Meeting
2025-10-20 16:30 | KTNA, 13764 E. Second Street, Talkeetna, 99676, United States
The KTNA 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.

Comet Lemmon gazing
2025-10-21 20:00 - 21:00 | Alaska
As mentioned in this week’s StarDate Susitna, Kathleen Fleming will have big binoculars on a tripod aimed at Comet Lemmon, Tuesday evening 8-9pm, near the river at the end of Main Street Talkeetna. You are welcome to join her and hopefully see the comet. Hope for a clear northwest sky!

Ride to Anchorage needed
2025-10-23 | Alaska
Al is looking for a ride from Anchorage to Talkeetna on either October 25th or 26th. He does not have a phone but you can email him at carlocreek3@yahoo.com.

Reading mentors needed - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-10-23 | Alaska
Adult and teen mentors are needed for the Tuesday afternoon Reading Mentors program. This program will be held every Tuesday except Nov 11th, until November 18th. Please register with the library if you wish to attend. Talkeetna Library phone is 907-861-7645

Fuel Excise Tax Informational Open House - Mat Su Borough
2025-10-23 18:00 | Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center
Mat-Su Borough staff are hosting a Fuel Excise Tax Informational Open House at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center on Thursday, October 23rd, at 6pm.

Teen Book to Movie Club - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-10-25 18:00 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Teen Book to Movie Club meets this Saturday, October 25th, at the Talkeetna Public Library, beginning at 6pm. Teens ages 13-16 are invited to watch the movie Gretel and Hansel and enjoy pizza and snacks with their peers. For more information, you may call the Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645.

Reminder for Tiny Art show artists
2025-10-27 | Sheldon Community Arts Hangar
The community Tiny Art show at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar has ended, and your art is ready for pick up. Call 907-733-7929 or feel free to come pick up at your leisure.

Volunteers needed - Talkeetna Public Library
2025-10-28 | Talkeetna Public Library, Talkeetna
The Talkeetna Public Library is looking for volunteers. Volunteers are needed for the Reading Mentors programs on Tuesdays at 3:15 to 4:30pm, chefs for the soon-to-start Stone Soup adult cooking group, as well as volunteers to work in the library. These positions do require some paperwork with the borough. For more information you may call the Talkeetna Library 907-861-7645, Monday through Saturday, 11am to 6pm.

Talkeetna Community Council - deadline for a write-in candidate
2025-10-28 17:00 | Alaska
The Talkeetna Community Council’s annual election takes place on election day, November 4th, at the Talkeetna Public Library. The deadline for a write-in candidate is 5pm today (October 28th). The Talkeetna Community Council represents the community as a means of citizen participation in local and State government issues, as well as providing a platform for various community services and development projects. The candidate is required to live within the Talkeetna Community Council area, more information at talkeetnacouncil.org.

Rhythm and Red Shoes Ensemble meeting
2025-10-28 17:30 | St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, 22136 F Street, Talkeetna, AK, 99676
The Rhythm and Red Shoes Ensemble begins rehearsing on Tuesday, October 28th at 5:30 PM at St. Bernard’s Church in East Talkeetna. If you read music and play at an intermediate level you could join this group. This is a friendly group, particularly if it has been years, or even decades since you have played! If you have questions you may call Sandy at 907-355-3052.
