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CLIMATE SOLUTIONS EXHIBIT from the University Corporation for Science Education (a nonprofit of more than 130 North American colleges and universities) will be at the Nolan Center lobby through Feb. 28. No admission fee to see the exhibit. The center is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. CLIMATE CHANGE PRESENTATION 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Nolan Center, presented by Sean Kelly, assistant professor of the University of Alaska Fairbanks. FLAPJACKS WITH FIREFIGHTERS, sponsored by Team Wrangell Firefighter Stairclimb, starts at 9 a.m....
ELKS VALENTINE'S DINNER 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14. A four-course dinner for Elks members and guests. Enter through the parking lot side door. By reservation only: reservations taken by phone 907-305-0552 or in person at the Elks. Tickets are limited. Seatings at 6, 6:30 and 7 p.m. $100 per couple. Dinner consists of four courses and choice of either Shrimp Alfredo or Steak Dianne. ELIZABETH PERATROVICH DAY PARADE AND POTLUCK, Sunday, Feb. 16, parade starts at 1 p.m. at the WCA carving shed on Front Street, down to the Stikine Inn. Potluck to...
CLOTHING and HOUSEHOLD RECYCLE SALE 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, at the American Legion. Choose from more than 45 totes of lightly used and new items from off the island. Everything by donation. Hosted by BRAVE and St. Frances Animal Rescue volunteers. VALENTINE’S DAY CARD MAKING 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Irene Ingle Public Library. Materials will be provided. No registration required, just drop in. BOOK CLUB 2 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Irene Ingle Public Library. TRAVELING CLIMATE CHANGE EXHIBIT from the U...
WRANGELL MARINERS’ MEMORIAL board members will be available to assist in completing applications to add names to the commemorative plaques from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31, at the Nolan Center. Applications are available online at wrangellmarinersmemorial.com. Donations and memberships are also accepted online. COMMUNITY MARKET from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, at the Nolan Center. Check out the locally grown and handcrafted item. WRANGELL KIDS CLUB 2:30 to 5 p.m. Wednesdays at the Irene Ingle Public Library for STEM activities a...
NOLAN CENTER THEATER “A Complete Unknown,” rated R, 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17, 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18, and 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 19. The biographical music drama movie about Bob Dylan’s life from 1961-1965 runs 2 hours and 21 minutes; tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for children under age 12. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. LANDSLIDE PRESENTATION, by the University of Alaska Fairbanks and other researchers, 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18, at the Nolan Center. Free. SCHOOL BOARD meeting 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 20, in Evergreen Eleme...
STATE PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE will be in town on Thursday, Jan. 9, and will see clients in the clinic. Immunizations, birth control and STD screening, well-child exams for kids up to age 7, TB screening and medication, Narcan kits and medication disposal bags will be offered. The Public Health Center is in the Kadin Building, 215 Front St. Call 907-723-4611 to make an appointment so the nurse knows which immunizations to bring. TRAINING SESSION FOR YOUNG TRAPPERS, Wrangell’s dog-owner community will hold a training session for young trappers on w...
STATE PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE will be in town on Thursday, Jan. 9, and will see clients in the clinic. Immunizations, birth control and STD screening, well-child exams for kids up to age 7, TB screening and medication, Narcan kits and medication disposal bags will be offered. The Public Health Center is in the Kadin Building, 215 Front St. Call 907-723-4611 to make an appointment so the nurse knows which immunizations to bring. TRAINING SESSION FOR YOUNG TRAPPERS, Wrangell’s dog-owner community will hold a training session for young trappers on w...
The Irene Ingle Public Library, which has run a summer reading program for children for years, is turning a new page for 2025 — it is running a similar program for adults. There will be prizes for adults who fill in their book bingo card. The idea started with parents asking during the annual summer activity for children, “I wish you had an adult reading program,” said Sarah Scambler, library director. She talked with other librarians around the state, including the Anchorage public library which has run a bingo-card style reading chall...
After more than five years of work, Wrangell's newspapers going back to the Fort Wrangel News in June 1898 (when the town was spelled with one l) are now available in a searchable online database. And it's free. The website, which went live on Wednesday, Dec. 11, is owned and managed by the Irene Ingle Public Library. "This incredible resource brings over 6,000 issues together in one convenient location, providing a powerful tool for researchers, families and anyone curious about Wrangell's...
STATE PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE will be in town on Thursday, Dec. 12, and will see clients in the clinic. Immunizations, birth control and STD screening, well-child exams for kids up to age 7, TB screening and medication, Narcan kits and medication disposal bags will be offered. The Public Health Center is in the Kadin Building, 215 Front St. Call 907-723-4611 to make an appointment so the nurse knows which immunizations to bring. CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY, 10 a.m. for last names starting with A-K; 1 p.m. for last names L-Z; Saturday, Dec. 14, at th...
CHRISTMAS TREE LANE decorated trees are up for bid starting Thursday, Dec. 5, through 1 p.m. Dec 19 at the Nolan Center lobby. Half the proceeds go to the treemaker and the other half to Hospice of Wrangell. For more information, email rooney@aptalaska.net. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WINTER CONCERT 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5, in the elementary school gym. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Stream online: https://bit.ly/3G2ulZ8. SANTA CLAUS 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at the Nolan Center during Midnight Madness, with a break during the tree lighting ceremony. Kids...
TURKEY TROT on Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 28, at the covered basketball court, hosted by Parks and Recreation. Sign-up is at 8:45 a.m. and the fun run starts at 9 a.m. Costumes encouraged. All donations will go to the Stikine Middle School cross-country team travel fund. ELKS HOOP SHOOT free-throw contest for ages 8 to 13 will be Saturday, Nov. 30, at the community center gym: 10 a.m. for ages 8 to 9; 11 a.m. for ages 10 to 11; noon for ages 12 to 13. For more information, call Jeff Jabusch 907-305-0086. A hamburger lunch for all participants...
LANDSLIDE REMEMBRANCE at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20, at the Nolan Center. Community potluck. Hosted by WCA to remember the deadly landslide that hit Wrangell a year ago. STATE PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE will be in Wrangell on Thursday, Nov. 21, and will see clients in the clinic. Immunizations, birth control and STD screening, well-child exams for kids up to age 7, TB screening and medication, Narcan kits and medication disposal bags will be offered. The Public Health Center is in the Kadin Building, 215 Front St. Call 907-723-4611 to make an...
Since acquiring a new 3D printer for the Irene Ingle Public Library, librarian Sarah Scambler and library assistant Kaitlin Wilson have enjoyed familiarizing themselves on the latest addition. Much of the learning came through experimenting, creating different objects. After several weeks, Scambler had made several skeletons, spring-coiled ghosts and even segmented slugs for Halloween. "It's been fun to play around with it and figure out how it works," she said. The printer is not yet available...
FALL STORYTIME for children 10 to 11 a.m. Fridays at the Irene Ingle Public Library. Stories, crafts and snacks. COMMUNITY POTLUCK 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15, at the Nolan Center. Native American and Alaska Native heritage potluck to honor the Native community. Bring your favorite dish and your regalia. Hosted by the Nolan Center, Wrangell Cooperative Association and Wrangell JOM. SCHOOL BOARD will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18, in Evergreen Elementary School Room 101. A work session will precede the meeting at 6 p.m. for budget training. Communit...
SIGN-UP FOR CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY, children 12 and younger are welcome to the annual American Legion Auxiliary community children’s Christmas party. Name, age, gender, parents’ names and gift ideas can be texted to Marilyn Mork at 907-470-0085. Sign-up deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 13. The Christmas party (split into two sessions) will be Saturday, Dec. 14. FALL STORYTIME for children 10 to 11 a.m. Fridays at the Irene Ingle Public Library. Stories, crafts and snacks. SALVATION ARMY Thanksgiving sign-up is open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesd...
FALL STORYTIME for children 10 to 11 a.m. Fridays at the Irene Ingle Public Library. Stories, crafts and snacks. This week’s theme is learning differently. NOLAN CENTER THEATER presents the comedy play “You Can’t Take It With You” at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 1 and 2. Doors open 30 minutes before the show. Tickets are $20 and available online at bit.ly/4f56UOv or in person at the Nolan Center. ALASKA DAY FUN RUN starts at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, at Muskeg Meadows, hosted by Parks and Recreation. $10 fee; pay at the event. All ages we...
SALVATION ARMY Christmas toy assistance sign-up is open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays until Nov. 5. Bring identification for all adults and birth certificates for children in the home. Thanksgiving sign-up is open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays until Nov. 12. Sign up at The Salvation Army. For more information or to schedule sign-ups for another day or time call 907-874-3753. COMMUNITY CHORALE REHEARSALS 5:15 to 6:45 p.m. Mondays at the high school music room for the Christmas concert. Use the back entrance. All singers are welcome. Contact...
The borough is planning to move the senior center from its longtime but aging location at Church and McKinnon streets to the community center’s multipurpose room. The new space, directly across the hallway from the community gym, will receive several upgrades to accommodate its new use, including a full kitchen remodel and new furniture, according to Borough Manager Mason Villarma. The borough also plans on reserving parking at the community center for the senior center bus, which is used for taking seniors to medical appointments, the post off...
COMMUNITY CHORALE REHEARSALS 5:15 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, at the high school music room for the Christmas concert. Use the back entrance. All singers are welcome. Regular rehearsals will be on Mondays starting the following week. Contact Bonnie at 907-796-9632 or bonniede@aptalaska.net for more information. FALL STORYTIME for children 10 to 11 a.m. Fridays at the Irene Ingle Public Library. Stories, crafts and snacks. This week’s theme is Alaska Day, the anniversary of the transfer of the territory of Alaska from Russia to the United S...
The Nolan Center isn’t old enough to drink but that will not stop its supporters from raising a champagne toast to celebrate the building’s 20th birthday. The party is set for 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14. “It’s really a cultural hub for our community,” Nolan Center Director Jeanie Arnold said of the multi-purpose waterfront building that houses the Wrangell Museum and also serves as a movie theater, stages community theater productions, provides space for conferences and is home for multiple community events and dinners every year. Admission...
FALL STORYTIME for children 10 to 11 a.m. Fridays at the Irene Ingle Public Library. Stories, crafts and snacks. This week’s theme is pumpkin pals. HAUNTED HOUSE 7 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 11-12, at the community center. All proceeds will go to The Salvation Army’s youth program. If you can help as a scare actor or help with setup, contact Damon Roher at 907-305-0844. TECH SAVVY SENIORS 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 12, at the Irene Ingle Public Library. High school student government volunteers will help senior citizens with tec...
NOLAN CENTER THEATER “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” rated PG-13, at 6 p.m. Friday, 6 p.m. Saturday and 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4-6. The dark comedy fantasy horror film runs 1 hour and 45 minutes; tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for children under age 12. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. COMMUNITY MARKET from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Nolan Center. Check out the locally grown and handcrafted item. FALL STORYTIME for children 10 to 11 a.m. Fridays at the Irene Ingle Public Library. Stories, crafts and snacks. This wee...
