Bitterroot Star

AA Promises Group
2024-05-19 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-05-26 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-06-02 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | Neely Center, 150 South A Street, Victor, 59875, United States
Alcoholics Anonymous is open to all who have a desire to stop drinking. Discussion group – Sunday 4 p.m. at the Neely Center, 150 South A Street, Victor. West side entrance.

Bitterroot Audubon
2024-05-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Teller Wildlife Refuge, Corvallis, MT, United States
Bitterroot Audubon Program: Exploring Changes In the Size of Birds
Bitterroot Audubon’s May program will feature a presentation by Dr. Thomas Riecke, the James K. Ringelman Chair in Waterfowl Conservation at UM. Dr Reicke will discuss monitoring data that has revealed that many birds are becoming smaller-bodied and longer-winged globally. As an example, he’ll use data on white-throated dippers color-banded in Switzerland that show that smaller-bodied, longer-winged dippers survive and reproduce at greater rates during warmer years. He’ll also use these data to explore the consequences of mating strategies (i.e., monogamy v. polygyny) and age on reproductive success.
This program will begin at 7 p.m. on Monday, May 20 in the Education Building, adjacent to the Slack Barn at Teller Wildlife Refuge at 1180 Chaffin Lane in Corvallis. The meeting is free, and the public is invited. See https://www.bitterrootaudubon.org/ for additional information.

Corvallis Civic Club Meeting
2024-05-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Corvallis High School Library, Corvallis, MT, 59828, United States
The Corvallis Civic Club will meet on Monday, November 20, at 7:00 pm in the Corvallis High School Library. All are welcome to attend and help the club continue its mission of supporting projects that benefit the Corvallis community. Come and be part of making our community the best it can be.

Stevensville AA
2024-05-21 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-25 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-28 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-06-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-06-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Stevensville Fire Station, 156 Kinsman Drive, Stevensville, MT, 59870, United States
Alcoholics Anonymous meets Tuesdays and Saturdays at the Stevensville Fire Station training room, 156 Kinsman Drive at 7PM

Bitterroot Quilters Guild
2024-05-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Daly Leach Community Room, 1010 W Main, Hamilton, MT, 59840, United States
Bitterroot Quilters Guild will meet on Wednesday, May 22, at Daly Leach Community Room, 1010 W Main, Hamilton. Doors open at 6 pm for socializing and shopping; the meeting will come to order at 6:30. Carpooling is recommended and encouraged; please reach out to a board member if you prefer not to drive.
There will be a Fat Quarter Drawing, 50/50 Pot, bargain sales at the Ugli Bin as well as member show and tell. Bring your completed entry for the 2024 Quilt Show on June 8-9, as well as the UFO (Unfinished Objects) sheet from April to participate in this year-long activity.
Bitterroot Quilters Guild is a non-profit organization, and contributes hundreds of quilts annually to organizations in the Bitterroot Valley such as Ravalli County First Responders, SAFE, Headstart, Hospice and more. The group also funds an annual scholarship to high school seniors, as well as an annual grant to deserving organizations. To fund these activities, the Guild sponsors a Boutique at the Ravalli County Fair, and will hold a Quilt Show on June 8-9 at Bitterroot Furniture. Membership in the Guild is open to quilters from beginner through advanced. Annual dues are $20. To keep abreast of activities, visit the Bitterroot Quilters Guild on Facebook.

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons with Kristina Lucero
2024-05-23 18:30 - 20:30 | Faith Lutheran Church, Hamilton, MT, 59840, United States
We are gathering to bring awareness to the plight of missing & murdered indigenous persons in Montana. Join us for the film “They are Gone” followed by a Q&A session with Kristina Lucero, Director of American Indian Governance and Policy Institute at the University of Montana.
6:15 doors open, 6:30 film screening, 7:30 Q&A with Kristina Lucero

Country Swing Dance lessons
2024-05-23 19:00 - 22:30, 2024-05-30 19:00 - 22:30, 2024-06-06 19:00 - 22:30 | Rustic Hut, Hwy 93, Florence, MT, United States
free country swing dance lessons every Thursday in May at 7:00 pm at the Rustic Hut in Florence- arrive early – all ages welcome- no partner needed

Women Only Introduction To Defensive Handguns
2024-05-25 | Whittecar Rifle & Pistol Range, 578 Blodgett View Drive, Hamilton Mt, 59840
For Women Only
Introduction To Defensive Handguns

May 25 & June 8 2024

This 2 day course is for women with little or no experience with handguns, who may be frightened of handguns or who are considering acquiring a handgun.

The first day course is designed to assist you in choosing the right handgun – for you. It will also introduce you to the facilities of the Whittecar Range.

There will be discussions on handgun safety, basic operation of revolvers,
semi-automatic handguns, and the cartridges used in each type of
handgun.

The legal aspects of the use of force will be presented and discussed.

Handguns will be provided so that you may handle the different types and
models. Ammunition will also be provided for a live fire session on the
range. A self defense book, specifically for women, will also be provided.

The second day course will teach basic defensive shooting using the
students own equipment. Safe gun handling will be taught and stressed.

We will discuss various types of ammunition and the performance of
each type.

The class will be held at the Whittecar Range on Blodgett View Road.

The class is limited to 10 participants.

For an application or further information call Lee at 642-3590 or Jim
at 360-8392.

Successful completion of this two day course meets the education
requirements for application to the state for a concealed carry permit.

Memorial Day activities
2024-05-27 08:00 - 11:00 | Montana
American Legion Ravalli Post 47 is asking for help in honoring our veterans on Memorial Day. Start your Memorial Day weekend by helping to place white wooden crosses and American Flags on veteran gravesites at Riverview Cemetery on Saturday, May 25th at 9 a.m. rain or shine; water and snacks provided (hosted by the American Legion Ravalli Post 47). The crosses and flags will be collected on Saturday, June 1st at 8 a.m.
On Monday, come support Color Guard Honors & Wreath Presentation Ceremonies by The American Legion Ravalli Post 47, the American Legion Auxiliary, and the Marine Corps League, Bitterroot Valley Detachment #937:
8 a.m. – Ravalli County Museum on Bedford St — Honors and wreath presentation service;
8:30 a.m. – Wreath service and honors for those lost at sea at Main Street Bridge over the Bitterroot River;
9 a.m. – Wreath laying service and honors at the Riverview Cemetery military memorial
10 a.m. – Corvallis Memorial Day Parade

Memorial Day Dinner
2024-05-27 11:00 - 13:30 | Montana
A Memorial Day Dinner and 67th Annual Service will be held May 27 at Florence Carlton Community Church fellowship hall. Come and honor our military. A flag raising ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. (indoor). Dinner will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Menu will include turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, vegetables, rolls and homemade pie. Cost is $8 for adults, $5 for under 12 years old. All proceeds go toward local needs and church missions.

Quantum Group of the Bitterroot
2024-05-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton, MT, 59840, United States
The Quantum Group of the Bitterroot invites you to attend its monthly meetings. You needn’t have knowledge of quantum physics to enjoy learning about this exciting field of science that affects our daily lives. Topics alternate monthly between Science (particles, fields etc. and their applications) and the Metaphysical aspects of quantum physics. Meetings feature presentations and discussion. Meetings are held in the downstairs meeting room of the Bitterroot Public Library from 6:30pm to 8:30pm the last Wednesday of each month. No registration required. Call 406-363-0683 for additional information.

The Science Fiction Genre
2024-05-30 18:30 - 19:30 | North Valley Public Library, 208 Main St, Stevensville, MT, 59870, United States
Have almost no interest in science fiction (sf) and know nothing about it? Love sf and want to understand the genre better? Or maybe you fall somewhere between love and hate, and just want to broaden your literary knowledge. Whatever the case, this program (and, arguably, science fiction) is for you. From the depths of the ocean to the reaches of space, from urban alleys to pathways of the mind, and everywhere in between, this rich genre boldly goes where no genres have gone before.

Pickleball Tournament
2024-06-01 13:00 - 19:00 | Pickleball 406, 140 Kyle Lane, Hamilton, 59840
There will be a Pickleball Tournament to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association at Pickleball 406 in Hamilton. Information can be found on the flyer or questions can be sent to ryanwilliams109@gmail.com

Fiber Arts Club
2024-06-06 12:00 - 13:30 | North Valley Public Library, 208 Main St, Stevensville, MT, 59870, United States
Do you enjoy knitting or crocheting, embroidery, hand sewing, or quilting? Bring your work-in-progress, problem piece, or brand-new pattern and enjoy the company of like-minded crafters during this informal Fiber Arts Club.
There will be no presenter or expert teacher but rather a cozy place to gather, tea, and a community of yarn and fiber artists like yourself. All experience levels welcome.
Club is held the first Thursday of every month from 12-1:30pm in the Community Room.

Health & Wellness Education with Dr. Cage ND
2024-06-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Ravalli County Economic Development Authority, 274 Old Corvallis Road, Hamilton, MT, 59840, United States
1st Thursday each month Health and Wellness Series. New presentation on important natural healing topics followed by Questions and Answers

Health and Wellness Series
2024-06-06 18:00 - 19:00 | MT, United States
A free Health & Wellness Series with Dr. Cage is held on the 1st Thursday each month from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Ravalli County Economic Development Authority, 274 Old Corvallis Road, Hamilton. New presentation on natural healing topics followed by questions and answers. RSVP 406-361-8073.

Garden Party & Plant Swap
2024-06-06 18:00 - 19:30 | North Valley Public Library, 208 Main St, Stevensville, MT, 59870, United States
Gardeners, farmers, home landscapers, and plant people, I know it’s hard this time of year to be anywhere but outside with your to-do list, but this party’s for you! Tonight we’re celebrating the growing season and connecting people who tend nature at any scale with one another.
Plus, it’s a plant swap, so as you thin your garden starts, divide perennials, or evaluate your houseplants, set aside your surplus and bring them to the swap. Bring any plant and/or gardening item you don’t need and take home what you do. It is not necessary to bring something in order to benefit from the swap. Recommended swap items include:

Cuttings, seedlings
Berry canes
Perennial divisions
Annuals
Pots, potting soil
Extra garden gloves, tools, books

Montana Mule Days
2024-06-07 - 2024-06-09 | 100 old corvallis rd
3 days of family fun, we have riding, driving, packing, gymkhana and lots of entertainment! Please come join us June 7th-9th at the Ravalli County Fairgrounds!

Montana Professional Artists Assoc. 19th Annual Art Show
2024-06-07 14:00 - 21:00 | Bitterroot River Inn, 139 Bitterroot Plaza, Hamilton, 59840
The full line-up of Montana’s finest artists will be presenting their newest paintings, bronzes, pastels, photography and digital art in the Bitterroot River Inn June 7, 8, & 9, 2024

Montana Professional Artists Association 19th Annual Art Show
2024-06-07 14:00 - 21:00 | Bitterroot River Inn-Hamilton, 139 Bitterroot Plaza, Hamilton, MT, 59840, United States
Every June, artists from all over Montana gather in Hamilton for their annual MPAA Art Show and Sale. The Conference Center at the Bitterroot River Inn transforms into a blaze of color as new works are unloaded and hung in display booths, sculptures line tables and old friends gather to meet once more and show off their newest work. Sponsors’ items line the hallway. Entry free every day!
The 19th Annual MPAA Art Show opens on June 7th at 2 pm and the reception begins at 5pm where patrons enjoy free hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar and chatting with the artists. Saturday’s hours are 10am to 7pm and Sunday’s hours are 10am to 4pm.

Montana Professional Artists Assoc. 19th Annual Art Show
2024-06-07 14:00 - 2024-06-09 16:00 | Bitterroot River Inn, 139 Bitterroot Plaza, Hamilton, 59840
Montana Professional Artists Association (MPAA) celebrates its 19th year of its fine art show and sale at the Bitterroot Inn, Hamilton. 3 days of art in all media: oil paint, pastel, watercolor, cold-wax, bronzes, wood-carving, photography and digital art starting with a free reception on Friday at 5pm.

Harmony & Motion - A Duo Exhibition Featuring Richie Carter & Turner Vinson
2024-06-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Cassens Fine Art, 215 W Main St, Hamilton, 59840
Cassens Fine Art is excited to present a duo exhibition showcasing the works of Richie Carter and Turner Vinson. With their vastly different artistic styles, this exhibition will be a stunning display of artistic contrast and a testament to the power of art to inspire, provoke, and evoke common ground. It celebrates the ways in which our differences in how we see the world around us can unite us in a shared appreciation for the beauty that surrounds us.
