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1 event,The Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station is hiring a seasonal Recreation Fee Tech, front desk position for the 2026 summer season. You can find out more details about the position and apply following the link in the announcement on ktna.org. The application period is open on USA Jobs through December 29th. |
3 events,The Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center is seeking applicants for the position of Executive Director. Interested candidates may call Melanie at 907-733-6200 for a full job description. Please submit a resume and cover letter to ussi.inc@outlook.com or mail to HC 89, Box 592, Willow, AK 99688. Talkeetna Community Schools hosts the following events scheduled at the Talkeetna Elementary School.
For more information, you can email rebecca.hrdy@matsuk12.us or call (907) 733-9431. |
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The Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count begins on December 30th. This is a fun citizen science project that relies on volunteers to collect information on bird populations. There are two options for people to participate- either as a field counter or if you have a bird feeder set up, you can count birds from the comfort of your home. For all questions or if you'd like to join, contact Amber at allangley@live.com. 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.
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Strong Women exercise group meet at 10 am at the Talkeetna Public Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The next one is on December 30th. 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. |
2 events,The Willow Public Library's Mentoring Program meets every Wednesday from 3:10 to 4:30pm, when Willow Elementary School is in session. This program is for Kindergartners through 5th graders. You may call the Willow Library at 907-861-7655 with questions. |
9 events,Sunshine Community Health Centers Board of Directors meet the first Thursday of each month. Those interested in attending may call (907) 733-2273 ext. 2230 to get a meeting location and time. An option to attend via Zoom is available. More information at sunshineclinic.org. Mat-Su libraries are closed New Years Day - Thursday, January 1st. This includes Trapper Creek, Talkeetna and Willow Public Library. The Talkeetna Public Library reminds you that the wi-fi is always on and accessible from the parking lot, the book drop box will be open. For more information, you may call 907-861-7645.
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Sunshine Community Health Center will be closed on New Years Day, January 1st. This includes the Talkeetna and Willow clinics. They remind you to plan ahead for prescriptions, appointments and care needs. Strong Women exercise group meet on Tuesdays and Thursday at 10am in person at the Talkeetna Public Library and on Zoom. Newcomers are welcome, weights and instructions are provided. For more information, you may call the library at 907-861-7645. 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. Here’s what’s coming up at the Willow Public Library:
For more information about the Willow Library, including programs and open hours you may call 907-861-7655 and visit their Facebook Page. Due to extreme cold temperatures, the Alaska Railroad will NOT be running the normally scheduled Aurora Winter Train this weekend. To accommodate residents who use the Flag Stop Railroad, they will run an additional Hurricane Turn Train on Saturday, January 3rd at its normally scheduled time, northbound from Talkeetna at 11:25am. There will be NO Trains heading south on Sunday. 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 October 2nd. An option to attend via Zoom is available, you can find the link on KTNA's announcement page. The Susitna Community Council meets on Thursday, January 1st at the Upper Susitna Community & Senior Center at 7 pm. An option to attend via Zoom is available, you can find the meeting information and Zoom Link on the announcement at KTNA.org. |
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3 events,Denali Arts Council hosts Ice Carving Workshops, taught by Tommy Salami. An adult and youth workshop on Saturday, January 3rd outside the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. Tommy will instruct participants on carving techniques on 10lb blocks of ice. This is a great way to learn how to carve before the Ice Carving Competition. Supplies will be provided, and you can take your carving home with you. Register online at denaliartscouncil.org. Due to extreme cold temperatures, the Alaska Railroad will NOT be running the normally scheduled Aurora Winter Train this weekend. To accommodate residents who use the Flag Stop Railroad, they will run an additional Hurricane Turn Train on Saturday, January 3rd at its normally scheduled time, northbound from Talkeetna at 11:25am. There will be NO Trains heading south on Sunday. Denali Arts Council presents a screening of the film 76 Days Adrift on Saturday, January 3rd, at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. This film documents the experience of Steven Callahan, he recounts the night of February 4th, 1982, when a collision with a whale caused his boat to sink in the Atlantic Ocean. Doors open at 6:30 pm, and the film begins at 7pm. Tickets are available at denaliartscouncil.org. |
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4 events,Sunshine Community Health Center has several job openings at both the Talkeetna and Willow clinics. Learn more and apply at sunshineclinic.org/career. Talkeetna Community Schools hosts the following events scheduled at the Talkeetna Elementary School.
For more information, you can email rebecca.hrdy@matsuk12.us or call (907) 733-9431. The 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. |
4 events,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.
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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.
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Talkeetna Recycling is closed today, Tuesday, due to the snow. They are normally open on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 12 to 4pm.
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Watercolorist, Miles Bloomfield, is instructing a series of Winter Plein Air Painting classes. Classes are from 1 to 4pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar each Tuesday in the month of January. The next one is on January 6th. This is an outdoor painting class, so participants should dress for the weather. If temperatures are too cold, the class will be held indoors. All supplies are provided. Learn more and sign up at denaliartscouncil.org. Drop-ins are welcome if space allows. |
5 events,The Willow Public Library's Mentoring Program meets every Wednesday from 3:10 to 4:30pm, when Willow Elementary School is in session. This program is for Kindergartners through 5th graders. You may call the Willow Library at 907-861-7655 with questions. The Talkeetna Skatepark Committee is meeting on Wednesday, January 7th at 6PM at the Talkeetna Library. All are welcome to attend. The Willow Area Community Organization's (WACO) monthly meetings are held at 7pm on the first Wednesday of every month at the Willow Community Center. More information at waco-ak.org
The 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 January 7th. More information at waco-ak.org
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5 events,Strong Women exercise group meet on Tuesdays and Thursday at 10am in person at the Talkeetna Public Library and on Zoom. Newcomers are welcome, weights and instructions are provided. For more information, you may call the library at 907-861-7645. 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. Here’s what’s coming up at the Willow Public Library:
For more information about the Willow Library, including programs and open hours you may call 907-861-7655 and visit their Facebook Page. The Willow Public Library hosts a Story Time, followed by play time in the Willow Community Center on Thursdays beginning at 11:00am. Story Time is geared toward children up to 5 years old, but all are welcome. You may call the Willow Library at 907-861-7655 with any questions. Talkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime at 11:15am on Thursdays with a snack, stories and a craft. The theme this week is snowmen. All are welcome. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645. |
3 events,The Talkeetna Public Library staff is available to help with your Permanent Fund Dividend applications. Please call and make a reservation if possible, the staff may also be able to help you over the phone. Paper forms are available. The library’s phone number is 907-861-7645, they are open Monday through Saturday from 11am to 6pm. The Friends of the Talkeetna Library meet on Friday, January 9th at 1pm, at the Talkeetna Library. All are welcome.
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The Friends of the Talkeetna Library meet on Friday, February 13th from 1 to 2pm, at the Talkeetna Library. All are welcome. |
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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. |
4 events,The Talkeetna Public Library hosts the The Sizzle & Stir Club beginning today (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 still two spots available, for more information and to register, please call the library at 907-861-7645. Talkeetna Community Schools hosts the following events scheduled at the Talkeetna Elementary School.
For more information, you can email rebecca.hrdy@matsuk12.us or call (907) 733-9431.
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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. |
6 events,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. 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 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. Watercolorist, Miles Bloomfield, is instructing a series of Winter Plein Air Painting classes. Classes are from 1 to 4pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar each Tuesday in the month of January. This is an outdoor painting class, so participants should dress for the weather. If temperatures are too cold, the class will be held indoors. All supplies are provided. Sign up is available at denaliartscouncil.org. Drop-ins are welcome if space allows. 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.
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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. |
5 events,The Talkeetna Public Library Breakfast Book Club meets at the library on Wednesday, April 9th at 9:30am. April’s book selection is All the Broken Places by John Boyne. Copies of the book are available at the front desk. Zoom is available; call the Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645 for the link. 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. The Willow Public Library's Mentoring Program meets every Wednesday from 3:10 to 4:30pm, when Willow Elementary School is in session. This program is for Kindergartners through 5th graders. You may call the Willow Library at 907-861-7655 with questions. Denali Arts Council hosts B Movie Bingo Night on Wednesday, January 14th, at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. This event is geared towards adults. Doors open at 6:30, movie begins at 7pm. |
9 events,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. Strong Women exercise group meet on Tuesdays and Thursday at 10am in person at the Talkeetna Public Library and on Zoom. Newcomers are welcome, weights and instructions are provided. For more information, you may call the library at 907-861-7645. 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. 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. Here’s what’s coming up at the Willow Public Library:
For more information about the Willow Library, including programs and open hours you may call 907-861-7655 and visit their Facebook Page. The Willow Public Library hosts a Story Time, followed by play time in the Willow Community Center on Thursdays beginning at 11:00am. Story Time is geared toward children up to 5 years old, but all are welcome. You may call the Willow Library at 907-861-7655 with any questions. 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. 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. The Trapper Creek Community Council meeting that was scheduled for tonight has been postponed to January 22nd, 6:30 pm due to weather. |
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Notice to travelers heading north - as of 11am Friday, the Parks Highway is shutdown near H&H and Jana's Jumpin Java.
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Due to icy roads and bad weather conditions, the Upper Susitna Food Pantry is closed today, Friday January 16th. 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. |
4 events,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. 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.
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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.
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Save the date! 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. |
1 event,The final two rehearsals/tryouts for Complexities of Love are on February 1st, and February 8th, from 3 to 5pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. If you have a talent you’d like to share, they’d love to hear from you. Learn more at denaliartscouncil.org. |
7 events,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. 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.
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The Talkeetna Public Library is open today; however, Sizzle and Stir Club is canceled. For more information, please call the library at 907-861-7645.
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The KTNA’s Board of Directors meets the third Monday of the month at 4:30pm at the station on 2nd Street in Talkeetna. The next one is on January 19th, all are welcome. For more information, call 907-733-1700 or email manager@ktna.org. Talkeetna Community Schools hosts the following events scheduled at the Talkeetna Elementary School.
For more information, you can email rebecca.hrdy@matsuk12.us or call (907) 733-9431. 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. |
5 events,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. 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 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. Watercolorist, Miles Bloomfield, is instructing a series of Winter Plein Air Painting classes. Classes are from 1 to 4pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar each Tuesday in the month of January. This is an outdoor painting class, so participants should dress for the weather. If temperatures are too cold, the class will be held indoors. All supplies are provided. Sign up is available at denaliartscouncil.org. Drop-ins are welcome if space allows. 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. |
4 events,The Willow Public Library's Mentoring Program meets every Wednesday from 3:10 to 4:30pm, when Willow Elementary School is in session. This program is for Kindergartners through 5th graders. You may call the Willow Library at 907-861-7655 with questions. The annual election meeting of the Chase Community Council is Wednesday, January 21st at 6PM at the Latitude 62 Lodge. 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. |
7 events,Strong Women exercise group meet on Tuesdays and Thursday at 10am in person at the Talkeetna Public Library and on Zoom. Newcomers are welcome, weights and instructions are provided. For more information, you may call the library at 907-861-7645. 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. 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. Here’s what’s coming up at the Willow Public Library:
For more information about the Willow Library, including programs and open hours you may call 907-861-7655 and visit their Facebook Page. The Willow Public Library hosts a Story Time, followed by play time in the Willow Community Center on Thursdays beginning at 11:00am. Story Time is geared toward children up to 5 years old, but all are welcome. You may call the Willow Library at 907-861-7655 with any questions.
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The Recycling Committee is meeting Thursday, January 22nd at 4:30pm via Zoom. Contact Cici at 907-355-8324 for details. The Trapper Creek Community Council is meeting Thursday, January 22nd at 6:30 pm at the Trapper Creek Community Center. |
1 event,The 64th Annual Willow State Winter Carnival begins on Friday, January 23rd with a wide variety of events for all ages through Sunday, February 1st. More information, including the complete schedule of events can be found at waco-ak.org and on the Willow Winter Carnival’s FaceBook Page. |
5 events,The 64th Annual Willow State Winter Carnival begins on Friday, January 23rd with a wide variety of events for all ages through Sunday, February 1st. More information, including the complete schedule of events can be found at waco-ak.org and on the Willow Winter Carnival’s FaceBook Page. 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.
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The Talkeetna Public Library presents the program Unleash the Power of Your Library Card on Saturday, January 24, from 2-4pm. Participants will learn how to access Alaska and national newspapers, renew library items and put things on hold, and access digital and audio books and magazines for free using the Libby App. A current library card is required which can be obtained at the front desk as needed. Call 907-861-7645 or come into the library to sign up.
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The Talkeetna Public Library hosts the Teen Book to Movie program this Saturday, January 24th, from 6 to 8pm. The program features The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins. This is the prequel story of the Hunger Games series. Teens 13 to 18 are invited for pizza and snacks and lively discussion on the book and its movie. Denali Arts Council is hosting Arctic Entries at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar on Saturday, January 24th. Seven local storytellers tell true 7-minute stories on the theme of Going Once, Going Twice: Stories of putting yourself on the line, unexpected wins, and near misses. The doors open at 6:30pm and stories start at 7pm. Tickets available at denaliartscouncil.org. |
3 events,The 64th Annual Willow State Winter Carnival begins on Friday, January 23rd with a wide variety of events for all ages through Sunday, February 1st. More information, including the complete schedule of events can be found at waco-ak.org and on the Willow Winter Carnival’s FaceBook Page. The final two rehearsals/tryouts for Complexities of Love are on February 1st, and February 8th, from 3 to 5pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar. If you have a talent you’d like to share, they’d love to hear from you. Learn more at denaliartscouncil.org. Talkeetna Elementary PTA hosts the following Community Enrichment Activities each week at Talkeetna Elementary School's gym:
You may email REBECCA.HRDY@matsuk12.us for more information. |
4 events,The Talkeetna Public Library hosts the The Sizzle & Stir Club beginning today (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 still two spots available, for more information and to register, please call the library at 907-861-7645. Talkeetna Community Schools hosts the following events scheduled at the Talkeetna Elementary School.
For more information, you can email rebecca.hrdy@matsuk12.us or call (907) 733-9431. Talkeetna Elementary PTA hosts the following Community Enrichment Activities each week at Talkeetna Elementary School's gym:
You may email REBECCA.HRDY@matsuk12.us for more information. |
6 events,For Sale: 2023 Subaru Forester in excellent condition. 2 sets of tires, trailer hitch, and rear rack. Call or text: 907-354-3743. 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. 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 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. Watercolorist, Miles Bloomfield, is instructing a series of Winter Plein Air Painting classes. Classes are from 1 to 4pm at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar each Tuesday in the month of January. This is an outdoor painting class, so participants should dress for the weather. If temperatures are too cold, the class will be held indoors. All supplies are provided. Sign up is available at denaliartscouncil.org. Drop-ins are welcome if space allows. 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. |
5 events,The 64th Annual Willow State Winter Carnival is ongoing with a wide variety of events for all ages through Sunday, February 1st. More information, including the complete schedule of events can be found at waco-ak.org and on the Willow Winter Carnival’s FaceBook Page. The Willow Public Library's Mentoring Program meets every Wednesday from 3:10 to 4:30pm, when Willow Elementary School is in session. This program is for Kindergartners through 5th graders. You may call the Willow Library at 907-861-7655 with questions. Talkeetna 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. The Talkeetna Skatepark Committee is meeting on Wednesday, January 28th at 6PM at the Talkeetna Public Library. They are looking for more volunteers, all are welcome to attend. |
10 events,Strong Women exercise group meet on Tuesdays and Thursday at 10am in person at the Talkeetna Public Library and on Zoom. Newcomers are welcome, weights and instructions are provided. For more information, you may call the library at 907-861-7645. 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. 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. Here’s what’s coming up at the Willow Public Library:
For more information about the Willow Library, including programs and open hours you may call 907-861-7655 and visit their Facebook Page. The Willow Public Library hosts a Story Time, followed by play time in the Willow Community Center on Thursdays beginning at 11:00am. Story Time is geared toward children up to 5 years old, but all are welcome. You may call the Willow Library at 907-861-7655 with any questions. Talkeetna Public Library hosts Storytime at 11:15am on Thursdays with a snack, stories and a craft. The theme this week is mittens and there will be a short play. All are welcome. For more information, you may call Talkeetna Library at 907-861-7645. Sunshine Community Health Center Board of Director's meeting is on Thursday, January 29th starting at 5 pm via Zoom. You can find the Zoom Link on the announcement at KTNA.org. Community participation is encouraged and welcomed.
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The Susitna River Coalition is hosting a live virtual event in their Winter Speaker Series on Thursday, January 29th at 6:30 PM, streaming on Zoom and Facebook Live. The topic is Alaska's Energy Landscape: past, present and future. Presenters are Doug Johnson of ORPC Alaska on the topic of emerging renewable energy technologies, followed by Dr. Philip Wight of UAF, exploring the history of electrification in Alaska’s Railbelt—and how past decisions still shape the future of Alaskans. Learn more on the Susitna River Coalition Facebook page. The links for event can be found in the announcement on ktna.org. Denali Arts Council hosts the 5th show of their performing arts season; Choir! Choir! Choir! at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar, on Thursday, January 29th This is a fully interactive, participatory show that turns the audience into the performers with a a Queen sing-along. All voices are welcome, no experience necessary. Doors open at 6:30pm, and the singing starts at 7pm. Information and tickets can be found at denaliartscouncil.org. |
3 events,The 64th Annual Willow State Winter Carnival is ongoing with a wide variety of events for all ages through Sunday, February 1st. More information, including the complete schedule of events can be found at waco-ak.org and on the Willow Winter Carnival’s FaceBook Page. Susitna Valley Jr/Sr High School is hosting a JV Basketball Tournament on Friday and Saturday, January 30th and 31st, starting at 8:30am. Game times and teams can be seen on the High School's FaceBook Page. There will be a Community Concert with Chelsea Berry on Friday, January 30th at the Trapper Creek Community Center, mile 115.2. A potluck and jam starts at 5:30pm and the performance with musician, Chelsea Berry, start at 7pm. For questions please text 907 982 4699. |
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Talkeetna Fire Department is partnering with the Alaska State Fire Marshals Office to offer home smoke alarm installations to the community. They are offering this service through January. You can find a link to the Smoke Alarm Installation Request Form on KTNA's Announcement Page, at KTNA.org. You can reach the Talkeetna Fire Department at (907)733-2443. The 64th Annual Willow State Winter Carnival is ongoing with a wide variety of events for all ages through Sunday, February 1st. More information, including the complete schedule of events can be found at waco-ak.org and on the Willow Winter Carnival’s FaceBook Page.
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Denali Arts Council hosts the Kick off party for the Talkeetna Ice Festival on Saturday, January 31st in the Talkeetna Village Park from 1pm to 3pm. All are welcome to cheer on the Ice carvers, and warm up with the Talkeetna Elementary PTA soup sale. Afterwards is a winter formal dance, the Snow Ball, at the Sheldon Community Arts Hangar, beginning at 7pm. There will be a costume contest, a hot cocoa bar, music and dancing. Find the complete schedule of events at the Talkeetna Ice Festival Facebook Page. Susitna Valley Jr/Sr High School is hosting a JV Basketball Tournament on Friday and Saturday, January 30th and 31st, starting at 8:30am. Game times and teams can be seen on the High School's FaceBook Page. MUTT (Multi Users of Talkeetna Trails) is hosting the 3rd Annual Rich Crain Classic on January 31st at the Comsat trailhead of Talkeetna Lakes Park, beginning at 11am. Participants can choose to skijor, bikejor, ski, mush, kick sled or run and may use 1 human, 1 dog or 2 dog power to follow a 5 or 15 km marked trail. Learn more and sign-up at talkeetnamutt.org. 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. |
