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SUMMARY:AA Promises Group
DESCRIPTION: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. 
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/aa-promises-group/2024-08-18/
LOCATION:Neely Center\, 150 South A Street\, Victor\, 59875\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240820T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240820T200000
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SUMMARY:Wonders of Hot Water--Lecture series on hot springs and geothermal energy
DESCRIPTION:——————————————-\nThe Wonders of Hot Water\n\n\nA Weekly Lecture Series\non the Origins\, Legends\, and Uses\nof the World’s Hot Springs\n\n\n\nTuesday Evenings\n\nJuly 23 through August 20\n\n7:00pm to 8:00pm\n\n\n\nLolo Hot Springs Resort\nwww.lolohotsprings.com\n————–‐———————\n\n\n\nThe amazing beauty and variety of uses of hot springs around the world will be the subject of a series of lectures at Lolo Hot Springs Resort in July and August.\n\n\n\nWeek 1\nTuesday\, July 23\nMontana’s Frontier Hot Springs 1880-1920\nMontana’s hot springs and hot water resorts bubble with fascinating histories of Native American legends\, isolated wilderness soaks\, and glittering thermal water spas. Crude bathhouses built by early settlers in the 1800s gave way to ornate bathing resorts and social gathering centers. Montana’s most famous resorts – including Boulder Hot Springs\, Hunter’s Hot Springs\, Corwin Hot Springs\, and Broadwater Hot Springs – flourished and then faded from Montana’s landscape.\n\n\n\nWeek 2\nTuesday\, July 30\nLife at High Temperatures in Yellowstone’s Hot Springs\nLife on earth may have first appeared in hot springs—and now many plants and animals have adapted to live in hot springs in Yellowstone and beyond. There’s an amazing diversity of living inhabitants of hot springs\, including cyanobacteria\, fungi\, protozoa\, mosses\, crustaceans\, and insects.\n\n\n\nWeek 3\nTuesday\, August 6\nMedical Uses of Hot Springs in the Frontier West\nTestimonials abound on the curative power of thermal water. This lecture will share many of these stories and examine current research on the use of thermal and mineral waters for treating diseases and improving mental health and well-being.\n\n\n\nWeek 4\nTuesday\, August 13\nCapturing the Earth’s Energy for Space Heating and Power Generation\nMost of downtown Boise\, Idaho\, is heated with geothermal energy. And several of the buildings on the Bozeman campus of Montana State University are heated with geothermal energy. This session will examine these projects as well as dozens of other examples of capturing geothermal energy for heating buildings\, downtown communities\, and greenhouses. We will also explore how geothermal resources are converted to electrical power through innovative new technologies\n\n\n\nWeek 5\nTuesday\, August 20\nInternational Thermal Spas and Geothermal Energy Projects\nThis session will take a global tour of hot springs resorts and geothermal areas around the world\, including the elegant spas of Central Europe\, the historic onsen resorts in Japan\, and the beautiful natural hot springs of Iceland.\n\n\n————————\n\n\nJeff Birkby\, Presenter\n\n\nJeff Birkby writes and lectures on the history and use of geothermal energy for electric power generation\, space heating and hot springs tourism. He is the author of Geothermal Energy in Montana–A Consumers’ Guide\, Touring Montana and Wyoming Hot Springs and Touring Oregon and Washington Hot Springs.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll lectures are free and open to the public. No reservations needed.\n\n\nCome up to Lolo Hot Springs early for dinner and a soak\, and then stay for the lectures starting at 7pm on Tuesdays.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/wonders-of-hot-water-lecture-series-on-hot-springs-and-geothermal-energy/2024-08-20/
LOCATION:Lolo Hot Springs\, 38500 Highway 12 West\, Lolo\, 59847
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lolo Hot Springs":MAILTO:mickalabear@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240822T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240822T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240724T054730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T054730Z
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SUMMARY:Animal Wonders for Adults
DESCRIPTION:Join the wild animal ambassadors from Animal Wonders for a program specially tailored for adults.  This hour long presentation with live animals is followed by a 30 minute interaction session and open to adults only. (Children’s session is at 4pm.) \nHear in-depth details about the animals and topics about the animals suitable to an adult audience. Program made possible through the Town Pump Charitable Foundation.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/animal-wonders-for-adults/
LOCATION:North Valley Public Library\, 208 Main St\, Stevensville\, MT\, 59870\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="North Valley Public Library":MAILTO:nancyb@northvalleylibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240822T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240822T223000
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SUMMARY:Country Swing Dance lessons
DESCRIPTION: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 
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/country-swing-dance-lessons/2024-08-22/
LOCATION:Rustic Hut\, Hwy 93\, Florence\, MT\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NW Country Swing LLc":MAILTO:nwcountryswing@gmail.com
GEO:46.6316967;-114.0788803
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240825
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SUMMARY:Women Only Introduction To Defensive Handguns
DESCRIPTION:For Women Only\nIntroduction To Defensive Handguns  \nAugust 24 & September 7  2024  \nThis 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. \nThe 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. \nThere will be discussions on handgun safety\, basic operation of revolvers\,semi-automatic handguns\, and the cartridges used in each type of handgun. \nThe legal aspects of the use of force will be presented and discussed. \n  \nHandguns 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. \nThe second day course will teach basic defensive shooting using the students own equipment. Safe gun handling will be taught and stressed. \nWe will discuss  various types of ammunition and the performance of each type. \nThe class will be held at the Whittecar Range on Blodgett View Road. \nThe class is limited to 10 participants. \nFor an application or further information call Lee at 642-3590 or Jimat 360-8392. \n  \nSuccessful completion of this two day course meets the education \nrequirements for application to the state for a concealed carry permit. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/women-only-introduction-to-defensive-handguns-14/2024-08-24/
LOCATION:Whittecar Rifle & Pistol Range\, 578 Blodgett View Drive\, Hamilton Mt\, 59840
ORGANIZER;CN="Lee Riffel":MAILTO:mmills@bitterroot.net
GEO:46.274192;-114.215768
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240824T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240824T190000
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CREATED:20240812T072925Z
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SUMMARY:Light of the Valley Church's 75th Anniversary!
DESCRIPTION:To thank our community for 75 great years\, we will be having a free community BBQ and fun evening\, Saturday\, August 24th from 5-7pm!  Bring your whole family and help us celebrate!
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/light-of-the-valley-churchs-75th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Light of the Valley Church\, 103 N. Kootenai Creek Rd.\, Stevensville\, 59870
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ORGANIZER;CN="Light of the Valley Church":MAILTO:Info@lightofthevalleyag.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240825T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240825T170000
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CREATED:20231001T160556Z
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SUMMARY:AA Promises Group
DESCRIPTION: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. 
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/aa-promises-group/2024-08-25/
LOCATION:Neely Center\, 150 South A Street\, Victor\, 59875\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240827T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240827T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240723T044341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T044341Z
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SUMMARY:Wonders of Hot Water--Lecture series on hot springs and geothermal energy
DESCRIPTION:——————————————-\nThe Wonders of Hot Water\n\n\nA Weekly Lecture Series\non the Origins\, Legends\, and Uses\nof the World’s Hot Springs\n\n\n\nTuesday Evenings\n\nJuly 23 through August 20\n\n7:00pm to 8:00pm\n\n\n\nLolo Hot Springs Resort\nwww.lolohotsprings.com\n————–‐———————\n\n\n\nThe amazing beauty and variety of uses of hot springs around the world will be the subject of a series of lectures at Lolo Hot Springs Resort in July and August.\n\n\n\nWeek 1\nTuesday\, July 23\nMontana’s Frontier Hot Springs 1880-1920\nMontana’s hot springs and hot water resorts bubble with fascinating histories of Native American legends\, isolated wilderness soaks\, and glittering thermal water spas. Crude bathhouses built by early settlers in the 1800s gave way to ornate bathing resorts and social gathering centers. Montana’s most famous resorts – including Boulder Hot Springs\, Hunter’s Hot Springs\, Corwin Hot Springs\, and Broadwater Hot Springs – flourished and then faded from Montana’s landscape.\n\n\n\nWeek 2\nTuesday\, July 30\nLife at High Temperatures in Yellowstone’s Hot Springs\nLife on earth may have first appeared in hot springs—and now many plants and animals have adapted to live in hot springs in Yellowstone and beyond. There’s an amazing diversity of living inhabitants of hot springs\, including cyanobacteria\, fungi\, protozoa\, mosses\, crustaceans\, and insects.\n\n\n\nWeek 3\nTuesday\, August 6\nMedical Uses of Hot Springs in the Frontier West\nTestimonials abound on the curative power of thermal water. This lecture will share many of these stories and examine current research on the use of thermal and mineral waters for treating diseases and improving mental health and well-being.\n\n\n\nWeek 4\nTuesday\, August 13\nCapturing the Earth’s Energy for Space Heating and Power Generation\nMost of downtown Boise\, Idaho\, is heated with geothermal energy. And several of the buildings on the Bozeman campus of Montana State University are heated with geothermal energy. This session will examine these projects as well as dozens of other examples of capturing geothermal energy for heating buildings\, downtown communities\, and greenhouses. We will also explore how geothermal resources are converted to electrical power through innovative new technologies\n\n\n\nWeek 5\nTuesday\, August 20\nInternational Thermal Spas and Geothermal Energy Projects\nThis session will take a global tour of hot springs resorts and geothermal areas around the world\, including the elegant spas of Central Europe\, the historic onsen resorts in Japan\, and the beautiful natural hot springs of Iceland.\n\n\n————————\n\n\nJeff Birkby\, Presenter\n\n\nJeff Birkby writes and lectures on the history and use of geothermal energy for electric power generation\, space heating and hot springs tourism. He is the author of Geothermal Energy in Montana–A Consumers’ Guide\, Touring Montana and Wyoming Hot Springs and Touring Oregon and Washington Hot Springs.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll lectures are free and open to the public. No reservations needed.\n\n\nCome up to Lolo Hot Springs early for dinner and a soak\, and then stay for the lectures starting at 7pm on Tuesdays.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/wonders-of-hot-water-lecture-series-on-hot-springs-and-geothermal-energy/2024-08-27/
LOCATION:Lolo Hot Springs\, 38500 Highway 12 West\, Lolo\, 59847
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lolo Hot Springs":MAILTO:mickalabear@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240829
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240812T073233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T073321Z
UID:10013491-1724803200-1724889599@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:2024 Plein Air at the Fair
DESCRIPTION:Art Event at the 2024 Ravalli County Fair \nThe Ravalli County Fairgrounds Foundation and the Ravalli County Fair have teamed up again to present\, Plein Air at the Fair\, at the 2024 Ravalli County Fair! The 2024 Plein Air at the Fair event is being sponsored by Norma Lee Pfaff Fine Art\, Clearwater Credit Union & The Paper Clip. It is an opportunity for artists to create artwork that is inspired by and created solely\, at the fair. Contest registered artists will be painting on the fairgrounds\, Wednesday\, August 28th anytime between 10am and 10pm; art will be judged on Thursday morning with awards for Best of Show\, Best Fair Theme and People’s Choice. \nArtwork will be on exhibit in the Plein Air at the Fair Art Gallery\, located in the Farmers Bank Event Center\, and will be for sale during the fair with proceeds to the artists and the Ravalli County Fairgrounds Foundation\, Inc. a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. \nFor more information contact Ravalli County Fairgrounds Foundation\, Inc. at 406.361.1499 or email to rcfairgroundsfoundation@gmail.com
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/2024-plein-air-at-the-fair/
LOCATION:100 old corvallis rd
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ravalli County Fairgrounds Foundation":MAILTO:rcfairgroundsfoundation@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240829T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240829T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240724T054642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T054642Z
UID:10013489-1724954400-1724958000@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:The Hidden Depths of Myth & Fairytales
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we travel east of the sun\, west of the moon\, and into the deep dark forest\, to dive into the hidden depths of myth and fairytales. Drawing from tales from around the world\, some of the topics this 2-part program will discuss include: \n\nThe difference between myth\, fairytales & folklore\nThe meaning of archetypes (ex. the witch in the woods\, the princess in the tower\, the noble knight\, etc.)\nThe significance of narrative patterns (ex. why is mom always dead and the stepmother so mean?\nThe relevance of enchantment in today’s world and for adults\n\nPart II of this series to be announced. It is recommended but not required to attend both sessions. Zoom option available.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/the-hidden-depths-of-myth-fairytales/
LOCATION:North Valley Public Library\, 208 Main St\, Stevensville\, MT\, 59870\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="North Valley Public Library":MAILTO:nancyb@northvalleylibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240829T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240829T223000
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CREATED:20240504T043939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240504T043939Z
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SUMMARY:Country Swing Dance lessons
DESCRIPTION: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 
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/country-swing-dance-lessons/2024-08-29/
LOCATION:Rustic Hut\, Hwy 93\, Florence\, MT\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NW Country Swing LLc":MAILTO:nwcountryswing@gmail.com
GEO:46.6316967;-114.0788803
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240901T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240901T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20231001T160556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T160556Z
UID:10011800-1725206400-1725210000@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:AA Promises Group
DESCRIPTION: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. 
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/aa-promises-group/2024-09-01/
LOCATION:Neely Center\, 150 South A Street\, Victor\, 59875\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240903T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240723T044341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T044341Z
UID:10013435-1725390000-1725393600@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Wonders of Hot Water--Lecture series on hot springs and geothermal energy
DESCRIPTION:——————————————-\nThe Wonders of Hot Water\n\n\nA Weekly Lecture Series\non the Origins\, Legends\, and Uses\nof the World’s Hot Springs\n\n\n\nTuesday Evenings\n\nJuly 23 through August 20\n\n7:00pm to 8:00pm\n\n\n\nLolo Hot Springs Resort\nwww.lolohotsprings.com\n————–‐———————\n\n\n\nThe amazing beauty and variety of uses of hot springs around the world will be the subject of a series of lectures at Lolo Hot Springs Resort in July and August.\n\n\n\nWeek 1\nTuesday\, July 23\nMontana’s Frontier Hot Springs 1880-1920\nMontana’s hot springs and hot water resorts bubble with fascinating histories of Native American legends\, isolated wilderness soaks\, and glittering thermal water spas. Crude bathhouses built by early settlers in the 1800s gave way to ornate bathing resorts and social gathering centers. Montana’s most famous resorts – including Boulder Hot Springs\, Hunter’s Hot Springs\, Corwin Hot Springs\, and Broadwater Hot Springs – flourished and then faded from Montana’s landscape.\n\n\n\nWeek 2\nTuesday\, July 30\nLife at High Temperatures in Yellowstone’s Hot Springs\nLife on earth may have first appeared in hot springs—and now many plants and animals have adapted to live in hot springs in Yellowstone and beyond. There’s an amazing diversity of living inhabitants of hot springs\, including cyanobacteria\, fungi\, protozoa\, mosses\, crustaceans\, and insects.\n\n\n\nWeek 3\nTuesday\, August 6\nMedical Uses of Hot Springs in the Frontier West\nTestimonials abound on the curative power of thermal water. This lecture will share many of these stories and examine current research on the use of thermal and mineral waters for treating diseases and improving mental health and well-being.\n\n\n\nWeek 4\nTuesday\, August 13\nCapturing the Earth’s Energy for Space Heating and Power Generation\nMost of downtown Boise\, Idaho\, is heated with geothermal energy. And several of the buildings on the Bozeman campus of Montana State University are heated with geothermal energy. This session will examine these projects as well as dozens of other examples of capturing geothermal energy for heating buildings\, downtown communities\, and greenhouses. We will also explore how geothermal resources are converted to electrical power through innovative new technologies\n\n\n\nWeek 5\nTuesday\, August 20\nInternational Thermal Spas and Geothermal Energy Projects\nThis session will take a global tour of hot springs resorts and geothermal areas around the world\, including the elegant spas of Central Europe\, the historic onsen resorts in Japan\, and the beautiful natural hot springs of Iceland.\n\n\n————————\n\n\nJeff Birkby\, Presenter\n\n\nJeff Birkby writes and lectures on the history and use of geothermal energy for electric power generation\, space heating and hot springs tourism. He is the author of Geothermal Energy in Montana–A Consumers’ Guide\, Touring Montana and Wyoming Hot Springs and Touring Oregon and Washington Hot Springs.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll lectures are free and open to the public. No reservations needed.\n\n\nCome up to Lolo Hot Springs early for dinner and a soak\, and then stay for the lectures starting at 7pm on Tuesdays.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/wonders-of-hot-water-lecture-series-on-hot-springs-and-geothermal-energy/2024-09-03/
LOCATION:Lolo Hot Springs\, 38500 Highway 12 West\, Lolo\, 59847
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lolo Hot Springs":MAILTO:mickalabear@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240905T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240905T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240226T190815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T190815Z
UID:10012509-1725537600-1725543000@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Fiber Arts Club
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThere 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. \nClub is held the first Thursday of every month from 12-1:30pm in the Community Room.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/fiber-arts-club-4/2024-09-05/
LOCATION:North Valley Public Library\, 208 Main St\, Stevensville\, MT\, 59870\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="North Valley Public Library":MAILTO:nancyb@northvalleylibrary.org
GEO:46.5109204;-114.0929113
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=North Valley Public Library 208 Main St Stevensville MT 59870 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=208 Main St:geo:-114.0929113,46.5109204
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240905T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240905T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20230530T043022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T043022Z
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SUMMARY:Health & Wellness Education with Dr. Cage ND
DESCRIPTION:1st Thursday each month Health and Wellness Series.  New presentation on important natural healing topics followed by Questions and Answers
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/health-wellness-education-with-dr-cage-nd/2024-09-05/
LOCATION:Ravalli County Economic Development Authority\, 274 Old Corvallis Road\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Cage Says":MAILTO:drcagesays@gmail.com
GEO:46.264748;-114.1553044
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ravalli County Economic Development Authority 274 Old Corvallis Road Hamilton MT 59840 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=274 Old Corvallis Road:geo:-114.1553044,46.264748
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240905T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240905T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20230713T013814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T013929Z
UID:10011680-1725559200-1725562800@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Health and Wellness Series
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/health-and-wellness-series/2024-09-05/
LOCATION:MT\, United States
GEO:46.8796822;-110.3625658
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240905T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240905T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240817T041909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240817T043749Z
UID:10013493-1725559200-1725562800@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Excel-lent Skills
DESCRIPTION:Don’t be intimidated by Excel! At home or for work\, Excel is a wonderful tool that can be used well beyond tracking numbers. Learn how to create useful spreadsheets\, sort information\, make basic charts\, and use common formulas. \nLaptops will be provided for practice but feel free to bring your own if you prefer. There will be time to ask questions\, work on specific problems or needs\, and practice. \nCaution: Your Excel-lent new skills just might make you famous at work.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/excel-lent-skills/
LOCATION:North Valley Public Library\, 208 Main St\, Stevensville\, MT\, 59870\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="North Valley Public Library":MAILTO:nancyb@northvalleylibrary.org
GEO:46.5109204;-114.0929113
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=North Valley Public Library 208 Main St Stevensville MT 59870 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=208 Main St:geo:-114.0929113,46.5109204
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240905T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240905T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240504T043939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240504T043939Z
UID:10012568-1725562800-1725575400@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Country Swing Dance lessons
DESCRIPTION: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 
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/country-swing-dance-lessons/2024-09-05/
LOCATION:Rustic Hut\, Hwy 93\, Florence\, MT\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NW Country Swing LLc":MAILTO:nwcountryswing@gmail.com
GEO:46.6316967;-114.0788803
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rustic Hut Hwy 93 Florence MT United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hwy 93:geo:-114.0788803,46.6316967
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240906T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240906T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240823T194757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T194757Z
UID:10013501-1725642000-1725649200@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Up North
DESCRIPTION:Cassens Fine Art is thrilled to present\, “Up North\,” an exhibition bringing boyhood dreamscapes to life by Western artist\, Jeff Weir. This unique show offers an exclusive opportunity to experience Jeff Weir’s sought-after paintings and\, for the first time ever\, view his highly anticipated bronzes in person. \n“Up North\,” is a testament to Jeff’s unique perspective  and talent. The show features a series of paintings that capture the nostalgic and imaginative world of days gone by. Jeff’s ability to infuse his work with vibrant colors and contrasting temperatures creates a sense of depth and animation\, bringing each scene to life\, playfully. \nThe debut of his bronzes in addition to his paintings for this exhibition\, add a new dimension to his artistic repertoire. These bronzes\, like his paintings\, are a reflection of his dedication to capturing the essence of his subjects with vividness and whimsy.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/up-north/
LOCATION:Cassens Fine Art\, 215 W Main St\, Hamilton\, 59840
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cassens Fine Art":MAILTO:michelle@cassensfineart.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240908
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240723T044147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T073143Z
UID:10013492-1725696000-1725728400@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Women Only Introduction To Defensive Handguns
DESCRIPTION:For Women Only\nIntroduction To Defensive Handguns  \nAugust 24 & September 7  2024  \nThis 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. \nThe 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. \nThere will be discussions on handgun safety\, basic operation of revolvers\,semi-automatic handguns\, and the cartridges used in each type of handgun. \nThe legal aspects of the use of force will be presented and discussed. \n  \nHandguns 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. \nThe second day course will teach basic defensive shooting using the students own equipment. Safe gun handling will be taught and stressed. \nWe will discuss  various types of ammunition and the performance of each type. \nThe class will be held at the Whittecar Range on Blodgett View Road. \nThe class is limited to 10 participants. \nFor an application or further information call Lee at 642-3590 or Jimat 360-8392. \n  \nSuccessful completion of this two day course meets the education \nrequirements for application to the state for a concealed carry permit. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/women-only-introduction-to-defensive-handguns-14/2024-09-07/
LOCATION:Whittecar Rifle & Pistol Range\, 578 Blodgett View Drive\, Hamilton Mt\, 59840
ORGANIZER;CN="Lee Riffel":MAILTO:mmills@bitterroot.net
GEO:46.274192;-114.215768
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Whittecar Rifle & Pistol Range 578 Blodgett View Drive Hamilton Mt 59840;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=578 Blodgett View Drive:geo:-114.215768,46.274192
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240907T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240907T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240828T184026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T184026Z
UID:10013502-1725701400-1725724800@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Blessing the Blues with Melissa Arnold
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, we will learn some of the traditional shibori techniques involving Stitched Techniques. We will be creating a series of samples of different techniques to dye in the indigo vat. We will be learning about the rich history of Indigo\, what makes it work and how to dye with it. \nWe will be working with silk\, cotton and linen and learn how each one of those fibers take the dye differently depending on how they are woven.  Be prepared to be pleasantly surprised!
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/blessing-the-blues-with-melissa-arnold/
LOCATION:Open Ended Expressive Art Studio\, 201 Daly Ave\, Hamilton\, 59840
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ORGANIZER;CN="open-ended expressive arts studio":MAILTO:openendedexa@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240907T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240821T012215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T012215Z
UID:10013497-1725710400-1725728400@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Beer & Brats at the Barn
DESCRIPTION:Fun event for the whole family! Meet the draft horses of 1 Horse At A Time and help us raise funds to continue to care for the herd! Raffle\, ride a draft\, carriage rides\, silent auction!
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/beer-brats-at-the-barn-5/
LOCATION:326 Popham Ln\, Corvallis
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ORGANIZER;CN="1 Horse At A Time Draft Horse Rescue%2C Inc.":MAILTO:drafthorserescue@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240908T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240908T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20231001T160556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T160556Z
UID:10011801-1725811200-1725814800@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:AA Promises Group
DESCRIPTION: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. 
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/aa-promises-group/2024-09-08/
LOCATION:Neely Center\, 150 South A Street\, Victor\, 59875\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240723T044341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T044341Z
UID:10013436-1725994800-1725998400@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Wonders of Hot Water--Lecture series on hot springs and geothermal energy
DESCRIPTION:——————————————-\nThe Wonders of Hot Water\n\n\nA Weekly Lecture Series\non the Origins\, Legends\, and Uses\nof the World’s Hot Springs\n\n\n\nTuesday Evenings\n\nJuly 23 through August 20\n\n7:00pm to 8:00pm\n\n\n\nLolo Hot Springs Resort\nwww.lolohotsprings.com\n————–‐———————\n\n\n\nThe amazing beauty and variety of uses of hot springs around the world will be the subject of a series of lectures at Lolo Hot Springs Resort in July and August.\n\n\n\nWeek 1\nTuesday\, July 23\nMontana’s Frontier Hot Springs 1880-1920\nMontana’s hot springs and hot water resorts bubble with fascinating histories of Native American legends\, isolated wilderness soaks\, and glittering thermal water spas. Crude bathhouses built by early settlers in the 1800s gave way to ornate bathing resorts and social gathering centers. Montana’s most famous resorts – including Boulder Hot Springs\, Hunter’s Hot Springs\, Corwin Hot Springs\, and Broadwater Hot Springs – flourished and then faded from Montana’s landscape.\n\n\n\nWeek 2\nTuesday\, July 30\nLife at High Temperatures in Yellowstone’s Hot Springs\nLife on earth may have first appeared in hot springs—and now many plants and animals have adapted to live in hot springs in Yellowstone and beyond. There’s an amazing diversity of living inhabitants of hot springs\, including cyanobacteria\, fungi\, protozoa\, mosses\, crustaceans\, and insects.\n\n\n\nWeek 3\nTuesday\, August 6\nMedical Uses of Hot Springs in the Frontier West\nTestimonials abound on the curative power of thermal water. This lecture will share many of these stories and examine current research on the use of thermal and mineral waters for treating diseases and improving mental health and well-being.\n\n\n\nWeek 4\nTuesday\, August 13\nCapturing the Earth’s Energy for Space Heating and Power Generation\nMost of downtown Boise\, Idaho\, is heated with geothermal energy. And several of the buildings on the Bozeman campus of Montana State University are heated with geothermal energy. This session will examine these projects as well as dozens of other examples of capturing geothermal energy for heating buildings\, downtown communities\, and greenhouses. We will also explore how geothermal resources are converted to electrical power through innovative new technologies\n\n\n\nWeek 5\nTuesday\, August 20\nInternational Thermal Spas and Geothermal Energy Projects\nThis session will take a global tour of hot springs resorts and geothermal areas around the world\, including the elegant spas of Central Europe\, the historic onsen resorts in Japan\, and the beautiful natural hot springs of Iceland.\n\n\n————————\n\n\nJeff Birkby\, Presenter\n\n\nJeff Birkby writes and lectures on the history and use of geothermal energy for electric power generation\, space heating and hot springs tourism. He is the author of Geothermal Energy in Montana–A Consumers’ Guide\, Touring Montana and Wyoming Hot Springs and Touring Oregon and Washington Hot Springs.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll lectures are free and open to the public. No reservations needed.\n\n\nCome up to Lolo Hot Springs early for dinner and a soak\, and then stay for the lectures starting at 7pm on Tuesdays.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/wonders-of-hot-water-lecture-series-on-hot-springs-and-geothermal-energy/2024-09-10/
LOCATION:Lolo Hot Springs\, 38500 Highway 12 West\, Lolo\, 59847
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lolo Hot Springs":MAILTO:mickalabear@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240912T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240820T010130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T010130Z
UID:10013495-1726164000-1726167600@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Myth & Fairytales (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:Missed part 1? That’s ok! This session will focus on fairytales specifically. \nJoin us as we travel east of the sun\, west of the moon\, and into the deep dark forest\, to dive into the hidden depths of myth and fairytales. Drawing from tales from around the world\, some of the topics this 3-part program covers include: \n\nThe difference between myth\, fairytales & folklore\nThe meaning of archetypes (ex. the witch in the woods\, the princess in the tower\, the noble knight\, etc.)\nThe significance of narrative patterns (ex. why is mom always dead and the stepmother so mean?\nThe relevance of enchantment in today’s world and for adults\n\nThe final part of this series is scheduled for Thursday\, September 26 at 6pm. Zoom option available.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/myth-fairytales-part-2/
LOCATION:North Valley Public Library\, 208 Main St\, Stevensville\, MT\, 59870\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="North Valley Public Library":MAILTO:nancyb@northvalleylibrary.org
GEO:46.5109204;-114.0929113
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=North Valley Public Library 208 Main St Stevensville MT 59870 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=208 Main St:geo:-114.0929113,46.5109204
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240912T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240504T043939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240504T043939Z
UID:10012569-1726167600-1726180200@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Country Swing Dance lessons
DESCRIPTION: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 
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/country-swing-dance-lessons/2024-09-12/
LOCATION:Rustic Hut\, Hwy 93\, Florence\, MT\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NW Country Swing LLc":MAILTO:nwcountryswing@gmail.com
GEO:46.6316967;-114.0788803
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rustic Hut Hwy 93 Florence MT United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hwy 93:geo:-114.0788803,46.6316967
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240913T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240913T221421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T221421Z
UID:10013525-1726228800-1726246800@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Knotty Knitters Guild of the Bitterroot
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Friday from 12-5PM \nThe purpose of the GUILD is to contribute to the growth and knowledge of hand knitting\, techniques\, patterns\, and history; to sponsor and support knitting activities; and to encourage and promote the appreciation and knowledge of hand knitting.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/knotty-knitters-guild-of-the-bitterroot-2/2024-09-13/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 275 Hattie Lane\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Knotty Knitters Guild of the Bitterroot":MAILTO:kkg97@outlook.com
GEO:46.2443065;-114.1479209
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Grace Lutheran Church 275 Hattie Lane Hamilton MT 59840 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=275 Hattie Lane:geo:-114.1479209,46.2443065
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240915T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20231001T160556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T160556Z
UID:10011802-1726416000-1726419600@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:AA Promises Group
DESCRIPTION: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. 
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/aa-promises-group/2024-09-15/
LOCATION:Neely Center\, 150 South A Street\, Victor\, 59875\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240916T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20231120T030605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T030605Z
UID:10012060-1726513200-1726518600@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Corvallis Civic Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/corvallis-civic-club-meeting/2024-09-16/
LOCATION:Corvallis High School Library\, Corvallis\, MT\, 59828\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="406 Saloon":MAILTO:406saloon@gmail.com
GEO:46.3140884;-114.1128734
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240917T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240917T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135140
CREATED:20240910T034245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240914T060542Z
UID:10013505-1726592400-1726599600@bitterrootstar.com
SUMMARY:Reading with Stevensville author JoDean Nicolette
DESCRIPTION:Join Stevensville author JoDean Nicolette at The Sour Doe (101 Church St.) for a reading from her recently released memoir\, Trail Magic: A Physician’s Journey Through the Appalachian Mountains\, published by Choeofpleirn Press and named the top finalist in the Kenneth Johnston Contest. Doors open at 5 pm for refreshments\, and the reading will begin at 5:30 pm. \nTrail Magic takes us on Nicolette’s untamed journey as she hikes the Appalachian Trail known only by her trail name\, “Violet.” As Violet struggles to ascend dangerous peaks and cross wild rivers\, she also struggles with the inhumanity of medical education\, sexual harassment and sexism\, her father’s cancer death\, and her mother’s long term addiction. She concludes her hike facing a daunting Maine wilderness and her husband Ben’s rare and life-threatening medical condition\, which helps her see medicine from the patient’s perspective. On her Appalachian journey\, Violet achieves more than distance. She finds a profound belonging in wilderness\, learning and sharing information about biophilia—the health benefits resulting from engaging with the natural world—rediscovering herself under the sheltering green canopy\, finally finding her place in family and in medicine\, and experiencing again and again the beauty of it all. \n“Trail Magic is both intimate and universal\, beautifully expressing what it is to be a woman on the trail (and a woman in the world\, period). Nicolette has written a moving\, propulsive narrative full of adventure\, meaningful connections\, and sage wisdom.”\n— Kimberly King Parsons\, author of Black Light and We Were the Universe \nJoDean Nicolette is a writer\, physician\, and teacher. A graduate of the Stanford University School of Medicine and the Pacific University MFA Program\, she believes in the healing power of both nature and the written word. She sits on the Board of Directors of the Missoula Writing Collaborative\, and partners with Pacific University on “The Body Chronicles\,” a program helping authors write about the experience of wellness and illness. Her work has appeared in the Sun\, the Chicago Tribune’s Print Row Journal\, the Tishman Review\, Sugared Water\, Inscape\, and the Rappahannock Review. A Pushcart nominee\, JoDean has been awarded Top Finalist in the Kenneth Johnston Nonfiction Book Contest\, the Grand Prize for Prose in the Maine Review‘s Rocky Coast Contest\, and the Scribes Valley Publishing Prize for Short Fiction. She lives in Montana’s Bitterroot Valley with her dogs and horses. Trail Magic is her first book.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/reading-with-stevensville-author-jodean-nicolette/
LOCATION:None
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Sour Doe":MAILTO:info@thesourdoe.com
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