Welcome
We’re so glad you’ve stopped by! As a close-knit group of library lovers, we’re dedicated to making the Talkeetna Public Library a welcoming space for everyone. As a volunteer-driven organization, we work alongside library staff to enhance programs, expand resources, and promote a love of reading and learning in our unique and vibrant community. With the help of wonderful people like you, we’re able to create special moments that bring our community together—one page at a time.
Whether you're a long-time supporter or new to the library, there's always a place for you with the Friends of the Talkeetna Library. We invite you to get involved, share your ideas, or simply stay connected to the heart of our community.
Thank you for being part of our story!
Programs
At the heart of the Talkeetna Public Library lies a rich variety of programs designed to inspire, educate, and bring our community together. From children's story hours to adult book clubs, workshops, and seasonal events, there’s something for everyone. Our programs are created to spark curiosity, nurture creativity, and foster a love for learning in all ages.
We’re proud to offer a mix of ongoing and special programs that are both fun and educational—whether you’re looking to explore new hobbies, connect with others, or dive into a good book. Thanks to the support of the Friends of the Talkeetna Library, we’re able to continually expand and enhance these offerings, ensuring that the library remains a vibrant hub for growth and connection in our community.
Come check out what’s happening—there’s always something exciting at the library!
Discover our Library
Inside & Out
The Talkeetna Public Library is more than a place to borrow books — it's a destination worth exploring. Step outside and you'll find a frisbee disc course winding through the grounds, a peaceful walking trail, a community garden, and an outdoor amphitheater perfect for warm Alaskan evenings. Look closer and you'll discover hidden gems: a stunning stained glass window, a seed catalog, a donor wall honoring the community members who made it all possible, and a beloved fish sculpture that's become a local landmark. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a longtime Talkeetna local, there's always something new to find at your library — inside and out.
Get Involved
Donate or Volunteer
The Friends of the Talkeetna Library runs entirely on the energy and generosity of people who believe in the power of community. Whether you give your time or make a financial contribution, your support goes directly toward the programs, spaces, and resources that make our library so special — from the Story Walk trail and Suzanne's Garden to children's programs, author visits, and the Little Free Libraries scattered around town. Every donation, big or small, helps us do more for Talkeetna. There are several ways to get involved, and we'd love to have you as part of our story.
Keep in the Loop
Shout out
To our Grantees & Sponsors
A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful grantees and sponsors, whose generosity helps keep the Friends of the Talkeetna Library continue to enrich our community. Your support makes everything we do possible, and we’re so grateful to have you as part of our community!
The Flower Kennel and Homestead - Talkeetna, AK
Sled dog kennel and Homestead tours. Alaskan lifestyle experience; off-grid living with sled dogs.
Spring.
Summer is taking its sweet time to start this year. There is still frost 2 ft down. My nodig garden became a yesdig garden with the lack of compost available to smother the weeds. A fresh start and planting soon.
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Chickens are here.
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Breakup. Frozen ground and melting snow means puddles, mud, blahhh.
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On the other side we go down Notch creek, cross Cross creek and navigating our way around and through the overflow on the Chisana river. With the help of a gps track loaded into our phone apps we find our way off the river. We spend a couple days at the NPS “Too Much Johnson” cabin and exploring old Chisana before heading back. Fun fact, Johnson was a freight sled musher known for ditching cargo along the way if it was too much. We would have been right there with him wasn’t it for the snowmachine - Running Dog Service.
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Just before we have the 54k feet Cooper pass in sight we encounter 2 miles of up to 30 degrees glaciated ice. The snowmachine studs are biting into the hard ice without a problem but the dog’s nails are no match. We strap on snowshoes and tie ourselves into the gangline. With a lot of slipping and sliding we make it to the pass.
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After we find a relatively dry way off the ice we run up Cooper River. We camp for the night before we continue to the pass.
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