Wednesday, May 21
Bitterroot College Advisory Council
The Advisory Council for Bitterroot College University of Montana will hold its monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 21 at 3 p.m. at the Human Resource Council Building Conference Room, 316 N. 3rd Street, Hamilton. The BC Advisory Council is a public board and welcomes members of the public to observe and participate at its meetings.The meeting agenda and supplemental meeting materials are available on the BC website at Advisory Council Meetings or by calling the BC Business Office at 375-0100.
Salish cultural presentations
Bitterroot College University of Montana, in collaboration with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and Humanities Montana, has developed two days of programming to provide accurate information for the community and local leaders regarding Salish history and connection to place, both past and present.
At 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, Tony Incashola, Salish-Pend d’Oreille Culture Committee director, will present “The Medicine Tree,” a public lecture and cultural education on Salish-Pend d’Oreille worldview, values, stories, beliefs and contemporary connections.
On Thursday, May 22, Bitterroot College will host an invitation-only field trip to the Medicine Tree area for community leaders. At 7 p.m. that same evening, a facilitated panel discussion will focus on accurate information relating to historic and contemporary issues affecting the tribes and the Bitterroot Valley community.
Both evening events are free and open to the public. They will be held in the Montana Room of the Bitterroot River Inn, located at 139 Bitterroot Plaza Drive in Hamilton.
The program is designed to clarify the significance of the Salish belief systems relevant to the Medicine Tree and surrounding areas south of Hamilton. The presentation and panel will provide the community with an opportunity to hear traditional stories within a discussion of worldview. Elders will explain the significance of “place” from an American Indian and ethnogeographic perspective.
The information session and panel discussion will provide an opportunity for the community to listen and engage in dialogue focused on building relationships and understanding between cultures and increasing knowledge of the Salish worldview related to respect for the traditional stories, the Medicine Tree and place.
For more information call Victoria Clark, Bitterroot College Director, at 375-0100.
Sleeping Child Hot Springs for All
Instead of meeting at the Library on Thursday, May 22, All Sleeping Child Hot Springs lovers are urged to attend the above free presentations on Salish culture to be held Wednesday May 21 and Thursday, May 22 at 7 p.m. at the Bitterroot River Inn, Hamilton. Although Sleeping Child Hot Springs will not be the subject of the meeting, greater understanding of all sacred places in the Salish culture should help the group understand the Salish culture, traditions and history of the tribe in the Bitterroot Valley and with Sleeping Child Hot Springs.
Thursday, May 22
Blood drive
The American Red Cross strives to collect over 700 pints of blood to meet the needs of patients in this area alone. In the Montana service area, someone needs blood every 27 minutes. Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital (MDMH) helps the American Red Cross meet this need by sponsoring blood drives four times a year. The second blood drive for this year is on Thursday, May 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in hospital conference rooms B/C. The remaining 2014 MDMH blood drives are on July 17 and October 23. To schedule your blood drive appointments, call Gary Schulz at 375-4451. Donors: remember to bring your identification with you and prior to donating blood eat complete meals, avoid caffeinated beverages, and drink plenty of water. Visit mdmh.org for more information.
BPL Lego Club
Lego Club meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Lego lovers ages 4-10, accompanied by a parent, are invited to create and build with Legos in the meeting room of the Bitterroot Public Library. Legos are provided, and the program is free. Call 363-1670 for more information.
South Valley Civic Group
In place of the regular monthly meeting on Thursday, May 22, the South Valley Civic Group is partnering with the Library and the Darby Renaissance Group for a potluck and dance from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Darby Community Clubhouse. Bring your favorite potluck dish to share and hang around to hear guest musician Chip Jasmin. Everyone is welcome. For information call Annie Edwards, President, 370-1309.
Victor park board
The next meeting of the Victor Park District will be Thursday, May 22 at 7 p.m. at the Farmers State Bank meeting room in Victor. The group will be discussing spring projects, re-doing the entrance beds, and possible grants for restrooms in the park. Come, or call Roger at 961-3953 if you have any questions about the Victor Park District.
Friday, May 23
BPL Story Time
Young children are invited to meet in the children’s corner of the Bitterroot Public Library on Friday, May 23 to enjoy “Talk, Talk, Talk” created by storyteller Sally Blevins. Hear great stories and try some activities and crafts! Story time begins at 10:30 a.m. and is designed for children 3-5 years of age. All story times are free and open to the public.
South Valley Pachyderm Club
Incumbent County Commissioner Ron Stoltz (District 1) and Primary Election challenger, former Montana legislator, Ray Hawk, will be speaking at the Friday, May 23 meeting of the South Valley Pachyderm Club. The club meets at 12 noon on the second and fourth Fridays at BJ’s Restaurant, 900 N. First Street, in Hamilton. The South Valley Pachyderm Club is an officially recognized allied organization of the Republican Party. Members of the public are welcome.
Mystery dinner theater benefit
A dinner theater will presented Friday, May 23, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Daly Mansion for a benefit for Relay for Life. Dinner will be served by Cafe Firenze followed by an incredible Wild West mystery. This promises to be a fun filled evening. Tickets are limited. You not only will have an experience you won’t forget, but you will be helping in the fight against cancer in Ravalli County. All proceeds will go to Relay for Life. For tickets and more information call Robin at 239-5740. Tickets are limited.
‘Smart Driver’ class
Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital will host a “Smart Driver” class on Friday, May 23 from 6 to 10 p.m. This new four-hour safe driving strategies course (formerly 55-Alive/Safe Driver) is designed for drivers age 50+ but all drivers are welcome. There are no driving tests or written exams and Montana mandates insurance discounts for qualified participants. The class fees are $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. Attendees are requested to bring a check made out to “AARP” in the appropriate amount. Pre-registration is requested. Contact Jones Korman Insurance at 363-6583 to register.
Golden Age dance
The Golden Age Club invite you to join them at their every Friday night live band dance with the next one scheduled for Friday, May 23 from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at the Golden Age Club, 727 S. 5th St. in Hamilton. This is a non-smoking and non-alcoholic environment with potluck snacks at music break. Cost is $3.00 a person. For more information call 240-9617.
Eagles Taco Night
The public is invited to come for Tacos and More on Friday, May 23 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Eagles, 125 N. 2nd, Hamilton. Tacos, burritos, quesadillas, or taco salad and all the fixings will be available. For information contact Nita at 363-2763.
Saturday, May 24
BPL Play Saturdays
Come and Play Saturdays are held every Saturday from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the Bitterroot Public Library. Enjoy open-ended play activities with your child after the market! Play with blocks, a rice bin, and other activities that encourage creative thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. Call 363-1670 for more information.
Seedling exchange
A Spring Seedling Exchange will be held Saturday, May 24 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Sam’s Spade, 111 S. Fourth St. Hamilton. Anything garden related is welcome: seedlings, divisions, books, tools, odd gloves. Last spring two hens found a new home through the exchange! This is a great way to share your extras, pick up something you may have forgotten to start, or you may find a novelty to trial in your garden. You may take your remaining plants with you or leave them for new gardeners who may not yet have anything to swap. Questions? Email: samantha@samsspade.com
Monday, May 26
Stevi school menu
Monday: Memorial Day – No School
Tuesday: Breakfast – Pancakes or yogurt, fruit, toast, milk; Lunch – Chicken Fajita, refried beans, cantaloupe, bread & butter, chocolate or regular milk
Wednesday: Breakfast – Egg wraps or yogurt, fruit, toast, milk; Lunch – Tuna salad sandwiches, taters, peaches, bread & butter, milk
Thursday: Breakfast – Waffles or yogurt, fruit, toast, milk; Lunch – Tater tot casserole, peas & carrots, grapes, bread & butter, milk
Friday: Breakfast – Bagels & cream cheese or yogurt, fruit, toast, milk; Lunch – Corn dogs, chips, pears, bread & butter, chocolate or regular milk
Memorial Day Dinner
The 58th Annual Service and Dinner will be held Monday, May 26 at Florence Carlton Community Church Fellowship Hall. Our Military will be honored with a flag raising ceremony at 11 a.m. (inside) followed by a dinner served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Menu includes turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, vegetables, rolls, and homemade pie. Cost is $7.00 for adults, $4.00 under 12 years old. All proceeds go towards local needs and church missions.
Tuesday, May 27
Pediatric Advanced Life Support class
The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course will be held on Tuesday, May 27 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Wednesday, May 28from 8 a.m. to 12 noon in the Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital conference rooms B/C. PALS is for healthcare providers who respond to emergencies in infants and children. These include personnel in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care and critical care units such as physicians, nurses, paramedics and others who need a PALS course completion card for job or other requirements. Cost is $150.00 for non-employees. For more information or to register contact Kelly Schrammeck at MDMH, 375-4654.
Republican Women’s Club
Ravalli County Republican Women’s Club will hold its monthly meeting and lunch on Tuesday, May 27 at 11:30 a.m. at BJ’s Restaurant in Hamilton. Guest speakers will be Bonnie Dugan and Dan Whitesitt running for County Commissioner and Theresa Manzella running for HD85. Ravalli County Republican Women meet the fourth Tuesday of each month.
Mule Team meeting
The Ravalli County Democrats will be holding their next Mule Team meeting on Tuesday, May 27 from 12 to 1 p.m. at the TownHouse Inn, behind Exxon, north of Hamilton. There will be a variety of Sub sandwiches and cookies for you to purchase for $5. Summer plans will be discussed. Two Democrat candidates will speak and answer questions. For information call Becky at 369-5210.
Tools for the Journey through Grief
The “Tools for the Journey through Grief class is being held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8 p.m., May 20 through July 1 in the Marcus Daly Hospice Living Room. This is an eight-week grief support group that was developed in the late 1980s for adults coping with the death of a loved one. Hundreds of people have benefited from this group and have made good use of the tools provided throughout the seminar, which enables people to move forward in their journey through grief rather than becoming stranded or immobilized. This program is sponsored by Marcus Daly Hospice Services, and facilitated by Kim Miller, MSW. For more information, call Marcus Daly Hospice at 363-6503.
Wednesday, May 28
Drum Circle
Drum Circle will take place at the Center for Spiritual Living on Wednesday, May 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Center for Spiritual Living. African Hand Drumming promotes access to the universal heartbeat that exists within and around all things. Bring your drum, rattles, and other instruments and come be part of the fun. No drum? No worries! There are plenty of extras. Let your Inner Drummer out! The Center for Spiritual Living is located at 1720 N. First Street, Suite C in Selway Commons, north of Sears in Hamilton. For information call Carolyn at 375-2548 or visit www.CSLbitterroot.org.
Candidate forums
The Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce will host two Candidate Forums in Hamilton at the Hamilton Middle School Auditorium. A forum for candidates for county offices will be held Wednesday, May 28 from 6 to 9 p.m. A forum for state offices will be held Thursday, May 29 from 6 to 9 p.m. For more information call the Chamber 363-2400.
Saturday, May 31
Pull Weeds for Wildlife!
A community weed pull to help improve wildlife habitat will be held Saturday, May 31 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge (just north of Stevensville). In previous years volunteers pulled 2,500 pounds in just two hours! This 10th annual free event offers a free lunch and door prizes for participating. Bring water, gloves and be ready for rain or shine. Call by May 28th to register for your free lunch, 777-5552.
Pet vaccination clinic
A Low Cost Vaccination Clinic will be held Saturday, May 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at BRHA Animal Shelter, 262 Fairgrounds Rd., Hamilton. Vaccinations, nail trims, microchips, and name tags will be available. Cost will be $15 for dog booster, rabies, or kennel cough; $25 for cat booster with leukemia. All proceeds benefit the Bitter Root Humane Association. For more information, contact the Shelter at 363-5311.