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SUMMARY:Stevensville Al-Anon
DESCRIPTION:The Stevensville Al-Anon Family Group meets weekly at 7 p.m. Monday at the Stevensville United Methodist Church\, 216 College St. Enter the church through the Fellowship Hall door next to the parking lot. For more information about the meeting\, call Hazel at 239-0878. Visit https://al-anon.org for general information about Al-Anon.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/stevensville-al-anon-2/2025-03-17/
LOCATION:Stevensville United Methodist Church\, 216 College\, Stevensville
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SUMMARY:Bitterroot Bird Alliance
DESCRIPTION:Bitterroot Bird Alliance’s March meeting will feature a presentation titled “Five Decades of Wolf Recovery in Montana and the West.” Presenter Dr. Diane K. Boyd holds a Ph.D. in Wildlife Biology from the University of Montana\, and has studied wolves in Montana and far beyond\, including Romania and Italy. Dr. Boyd will discuss wolf recovery in Montana and the western US\, through natural recolonization and reintroductions. She will discuss the ecology of gray wolves and the challenges of humans and wolves coexisting on a human-dominated landscape. \nJoin BBA for this fascinating look at wolves during this virtual program which will take place on Monday\, March 17 at 7 p.m. MST on the Zoom platform. You will need to register in advance for this meeting at: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rT1rf7hQSsOgDehz9w5oIA \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. For further information see the BBA website at: https://bitterrootbirdalliance.org
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/bitterroot-bird-alliance-2/
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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/2025-03-17/
LOCATION:Corvallis High School Library\, Corvallis\, MT\, 59828\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="406 Saloon":MAILTO:406saloon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250318T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250318T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052335
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SUMMARY:Stevensville Al-Anon
DESCRIPTION:Please update our weekly listing to the following: \nThe Stevensville Al-Anon Family Group meets weekly at 7 p.m. Monday at the United Methodist Church\, 216 College St. Enter the church through the Fellowship Hall door next to the parking lot. For more information about the meeting\, call Hazel at 239-0878. Visit https://al-anon.org for general information about Al-Anon.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/stevensville-al-anon/2025-03-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250318T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052335
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SUMMARY:Art Expressions
DESCRIPTION:Join Summit Independent Living for Art Expressions — our all-abilities art club — every Tuesday in Hamilton. \nNo experience or supplies needed. Just show up and enjoy an afternoon of self-care\, self-expression\, and community. \nSee you at 274 Old Corvallis Road\, Suite B! \nFor more information please contact our Hamilton office at 406-363-5242\, extension 3.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/art-expressions/2025-03-18/
LOCATION:274 Old Corvallis Road\, Suite B\, 274 Old Corvallis Road\, Suite B\, Hamilton\, 59840
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250318T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250318T170000
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SUMMARY:Grief Coping Series
DESCRIPTION:The death of a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences we face in life.  Please come share your grief journey with others. \nTuesdays\, January 7th – April 1st at 3-5pm at St Francis Pastoral Life Center\, 411 S. 5th St\, Hamilton \nEach session includes a short video featuring interviews with grief recovery experts\, real-life stories of people who have experienced the death of a loved one and the opportunity to hear from other participants regarding challenges\, questions\, and concerns you may encounter in your grief journey. \nThe series will explore dealing with change\, guilt\, anger\, people who don’t understand your grief\, tips for preparing for holidays and special occasions\, caring for yourself\, honoring your loved one and much more. \nThese faith-based Griefshare.org Sessions are free ($20 donation appreciated for workbook) \nRegister at https://www.griefshare.org/groups/251057 . For more info\, contact Nancy at stfrancishwm@gmail.com.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/grief-coping-series/2025-03-18/
LOCATION:St. Francis of Assisi Pastorial Center\, 411 S. 5th St.\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250318T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250318T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052335
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SUMMARY:Ravalli Democrats
DESCRIPTION:The Ravalli Democrats invite you to join them at the Backyard Taphouse in Florence every other Tuesday afternoon at 4:30 for what they call Burgers and Beers. March 18\, April 1\, 15\, 29\, May 13\, 27 etc. 281 Rodeo Drive\, east of the traffic light. Questions? 406-880 6823.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/ravalli-democrats/2025-03-18/
LOCATION:Backyard Taphouse\, 281 Rodeo Drive\, Florence\, 59833\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250318T183000
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SUMMARY:Brews for Books
DESCRIPTION:Two upcoming Brews for Books pint night fundraisers will benefit the North Valley Public Library in Stevensville. The first event is planned for Tuesday\, March 18\, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.\, at Backyard Tap House\, 281 Rodeo Drive\, Florence. This is in conjunction with the taphouse’s bingo night.  The second is set for Thursday\, April 10\, 6 to 8 pm\, at Blacksmith Brewery\, 114 Main St.\, Stevensville. Both events are presented by the NVPL Foundation and Friends of the Library. For more information\, contact Julie Eberlein at julianne.solberg@gmail.com.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/brews-for-books-2/2025-03-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250318T200000
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CREATED: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/2025-03-18/
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:20250319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250319T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20250311T081347Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to End-of-Life Planning: Why We Don't & How We Can
DESCRIPTION:A session for people who… \n\nfeel overwhelmed by the idea of wills and advance directives\nwant a way to talk with their loved ones about end-of-life needs\nwant to avoid crisis thinking when life changes or health declines\n\nPresented by Jana Branch\, End-of-Life Doula \n1 hour presentation • 30 minutes Q&A \nFREE • No registration required
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/intro-to-end-of-life-planning-why-we-dont-how-we-can/
LOCATION:Bitteroot Public Library\, 306 State St.\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Good Passage LLC":MAILTO:jana@goodpassage.co
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250319T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250319T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20250316T204440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250316T204440Z
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SUMMARY:North Valley Library Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meetings are open to the public. Agendas and the Public Participation are posted on the library website. If you are a member of the public and are unable to attend the Board meetings\, the Board would still like to hear from you.  Please email the Director at denisea@northvalleylibrary.org or you can email board members directly
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/north-valley-library-board-meeting-2/
LOCATION:North Valley Public Library\, 208 Main St\, Stevensville\, MT\, 59870\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250319T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250319T183000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T233116Z
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SUMMARY:Expressions of Grief Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Gather with Tamarack Grief Resource Center in Stevensville for a workshop series exploring our unique Expressions of Grief. Let’s share the ways grief shows up in our daily lives and how we practice self-care and find hope on our journey. Each week we will have guided discussions and activities related to grief\, hope\, and healing. \nWednesdays from 5:30 – 6:30pm (MST)\, February 12th – March 19th \nAttend any or all workshop sessions! \nSpace is limited\, register for your spot here:\nhttps://tamarackgriefresourcecenter.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/tamarackgriefresourcecenter/eventRegistration.jsp?event=4601&  \nFind more information on this workshop series and all our programs at https://www.tamarackgrc.org/calendar \nFEBRUARY 12: Grief Styles \nFEBRUARY 19: Myths of Grief \nFEBRUARY 26: Creative Tools for Navigating Grief \nMARCH 5: Grief Rituals \nMARCH 12: Self Care & Practicing Calm \nMARCH 19: Inspiration Mobiles
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/expressions-of-grief-workshop-series/2025-03-19/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tamarack Grief Resource Center":MAILTO:info@tamarackgrc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250320T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20231227T235238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231227T235238Z
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SUMMARY:Bitterroot Celtic Society
DESCRIPTION:Join us every 3rd Thursday at 6pm at BJ’s restaurant! \nThe Bitterroot Celtic Society are a passionate group of volunteers\, dedicated to keeping the Celtic culture\, heritage\, and history alive in the Bitterroot Valley. Our biggest event is the Bitterroot Celtic Games and Gathering\, held every 3rd weekend in August at the Historic Daly Mansion.  We also host a Burn’s Night supper\, St. Andrew’s\, St. Patrick’s\, and Tartan day events. The BCS a non-profit organization. The public\, new members\, and the curious are always welcome to attend! For any time changes or additional committee meeting info\, please follow our Facebook page for updates.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/bitterroot-celtic-society/2025-03-20/
LOCATION:BJ’s Restaurant\, 900 N 1st St.\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bitterroot Celtic Society":MAILTO:bitterrootcelticsociety@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250320T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250320T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250316T204300Z
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SUMMARY:I Keep Hearing About AI\, What Is It?
DESCRIPTION:You’re already using Artificial Intelligence (AI). If you get directions from Google Maps\, benefit (and sometimes suffer) from autocorrect\, check the weather on your phone\, or watch a show on Netflix\, as examples\, AI is a part of our daily lives and likely to become even more so. This program is a broad overview of AI. We’ll cover the basic concepts of AI and how it works\, how the technology is currently being used\, and the latest developments and direction AI is moving in. Zoom option available.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/i-keep-hearing-about-ai-what-is-it/
LOCATION:North Valley Public Library\, 208 Main St\, Stevensville\, MT\, 59870\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250320T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20250311T081213Z
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SUMMARY:Rare Earth Mining in the Bitterroot
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Philip W. Ramsey will present information on the Sheep Creek Mine at the Bitter Root Back Country Horsemen meeting on March 20th. Dr. Ramsey has a Ph.D. in microbiology from the University of Montana\, and he brings a science-based view to discussion of the proposed Sheep Creek Mine. He will discuss rare earth elements and their uses\, the process for mining them\, the effect of rare earth mining on soil and water quality\, problems with disposing of toxic and radioactive waste\, and the economics of foreign investment and government subsidies. Bitter Root Back Country Horsemen is a volunteer organization that works to keep trails open for the public. The meeting takes place at the Corvallis Primary School Cafeteria on Eastside Highway in Corvallis\, with potluck dinner served at 6:30 p.m. and the general meeting starting at 7:00 p.m. Guests are welcome\, and for more information check out the website at www.bchmt.org/bitterroot. Find us on Facebook at: Bitter Root Back Country Horsemen (BR BCH).
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/rare-earth-mining-in-the-bitterroot/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250320T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
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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/2025-03-20/
LOCATION:Rustic Hut\, Hwy 93\, Florence\, MT\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="NW Country Swing LLc":MAILTO:nwcountryswing@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250320T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20241019T043829Z
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SUMMARY:Free country swing dance lessons
DESCRIPTION:Country swing dance lessons at the Rustic Hut in Florence ~ free
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/free-country-swing-dance-lessons/2025-03-20/
LOCATION:Rustic Hut\, Hwy 93\, Florence\, MT\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NW Country Swing LLc":MAILTO:nwcountryswing@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250321T120000
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SUMMARY:Bookworm Club
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bookworm Club\, our all-abilities book group! \nDiscover and discuss new books — in audiobook and other formats — with us and other bookworms from the community. \nWe meet weekly on Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon at The Refuge — 274 Old Corvallis Road\, Suite B in Hamilton. \nCall (406) 363-5242 for more information\, and let’s talk books!
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/bookworm-club/2025-03-21/
LOCATION:Summit Independent Living\, 274 Old Corvallis Road\, Suite B\, Hamilton\, 59840
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250321T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T221421Z
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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-2/2025-03-21/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 275 Hattie Lane\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Knotty Knitters Guild of the Bitterroot":MAILTO:kkg97@outlook.com
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250321T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20241021T165157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T165157Z
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SUMMARY:TGIAF! (Thank Goodness It's Art Friday!)
DESCRIPTION:Thank Goodness It’s Art Friday (TGIAF) is an arts and crafts social group where all are welcome. TGIAF is held every Friday from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at The Refuge at Summit’s Hamilton office\, located at 274 Old Corrals Rd.\, Suite B. \nJoin us at the Refugee and Hamilton every Friday for arts and crafts\, board and card games\, and more! \nFor more information about TGIAF\, please call Summit’s Hamilton office at 406-363-5242. \nCelebrating Fun and Friends and Fridays!
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/tgiaf-thank-goodness-its-art-friday/2025-03-21/
LOCATION:Summit Independent Living\, 274 Old Corvallis Road\, Suite B\, Hamilton\, 59840
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250321T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250321T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20250316T204706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250316T204706Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Fish Fries
DESCRIPTION:Knights of Columbus will host Fish Fries every Friday during Lent (March 7\, 14\, 21\, 28\, April 4 and 11 at St. Mary’s Family Center from 5 to 7 p.m. Menu includes fish\, fries\, green beans\, mac & cheese\, coleslaw\, pudding and drink. Cost is $15 per person\, $9 for under 12. Drive-thru available.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/lenten-fish-fries/2025-03-21/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Family Center\, 333 Charlos\, Stevensville\, 59870
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250322T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250322T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20250305T074500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T074500Z
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SUMMARY:Women Only Introduction To Defensive Handguns
DESCRIPTION:WOMEN & GUNS:  \nWomen Only – Introduction to Defensive Handguns\, a 2 day class\, will be offered three times at the Whittecar Range in Hamilton. Class 1 will be March 22 and April  5\, 2025. Class 2 will be May 24 and June 7\, 2025. Class 3 will be August 23 and September 6 2025. \nThe first day is designed to assist you in choosing the right handgun for you. There will be discussions on handgun safety\, basic operation of revolvers\, semi-automatic handguns\, and the cartridges used in each type of handgun. \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.  \nWe will also address\, in a general manner\, the legal aspects of the use of deadly force.  \nThere will be a lapse of two to three weeks in order to allow the student to purchase a firearm and become familiar with its operation for the conclusion of training on the second day. Students must provide their own ammunition for day two. \nThe second day will consist of live fire training. The emphasis will be on safe gun handling. All exercises will consist of basic defensive shooting drills and training techniques. We will discuss the different types of ammunition available and their uses. \nWe will conclude the discussion on the legal aspects of the use of deadly force. \nUpon successful completion of the second day\, this training will suffice as the required safety class for application to the state for a concealed carry permit. \nThe class is limited to 10 participants. \nFor an application or further information call Lee at 642-3590 or Jim at 360-8392 or write Box 159\, Victor Mt 59875.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/women-only-introduction-to-defensive-handguns-15/2025-03-22/
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:20250322T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20250311T183245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T183245Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to End-of-Life Planning: Why We Don't & How We Can
DESCRIPTION:A session for people who… \n\nfeel overwhelmed by the idea of wills and advance directives\nwant a way to talk with their loved ones about end-of-life needs\nwant to avoid crisis thinking when life changes or health declines\n\nPresented by Jana Branch\, End-of-Life Doula \n1 hour presentation • 30 minutes Q&A \nFREE • No registration required
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/intro-to-end-of-life-planning-why-we-dont-how-we-can-2/
LOCATION:Bitteroot Public Library\, 306 State St.\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Good Passage LLC":MAILTO:jana@goodpassage.co
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250323T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20231001T160556Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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/2025-03-23/
LOCATION:Neely Center\, 150 South A Street\, Victor\, 59875\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250324T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20250102T085122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T085145Z
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SUMMARY:Stevensville Al-Anon
DESCRIPTION:The Stevensville Al-Anon Family Group meets weekly at 7 p.m. Monday at the Stevensville United Methodist Church\, 216 College St. Enter the church through the Fellowship Hall door next to the parking lot. For more information about the meeting\, call Hazel at 239-0878. Visit https://al-anon.org for general information about Al-Anon.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/stevensville-al-anon-2/2025-03-24/
LOCATION:Stevensville United Methodist Church\, 216 College\, Stevensville
GEO:46.51005;-114.0900292
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Stevensville United Methodist Church 216 College Stevensville;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=216 College:geo:-114.0900292,46.51005
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250325T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20241214T002800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241214T002849Z
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SUMMARY:Stevensville Al-Anon
DESCRIPTION:Please update our weekly listing to the following: \nThe Stevensville Al-Anon Family Group meets weekly at 7 p.m. Monday at the United Methodist Church\, 216 College St. Enter the church through the Fellowship Hall door next to the parking lot. For more information about the meeting\, call Hazel at 239-0878. Visit https://al-anon.org for general information about Al-Anon.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/stevensville-al-anon/2025-03-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250325T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250325T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20241019T043551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T043551Z
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SUMMARY:Art Expressions
DESCRIPTION:Join Summit Independent Living for Art Expressions — our all-abilities art club — every Tuesday in Hamilton. \nNo experience or supplies needed. Just show up and enjoy an afternoon of self-care\, self-expression\, and community. \nSee you at 274 Old Corvallis Road\, Suite B! \nFor more information please contact our Hamilton office at 406-363-5242\, extension 3.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/art-expressions/2025-03-25/
LOCATION:274 Old Corvallis Road\, Suite B\, 274 Old Corvallis Road\, Suite B\, Hamilton\, 59840
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250325T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20241214T021733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241214T021846Z
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SUMMARY:Grief Coping Series
DESCRIPTION:The death of a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences we face in life.  Please come share your grief journey with others. \nTuesdays\, January 7th – April 1st at 3-5pm at St Francis Pastoral Life Center\, 411 S. 5th St\, Hamilton \nEach session includes a short video featuring interviews with grief recovery experts\, real-life stories of people who have experienced the death of a loved one and the opportunity to hear from other participants regarding challenges\, questions\, and concerns you may encounter in your grief journey. \nThe series will explore dealing with change\, guilt\, anger\, people who don’t understand your grief\, tips for preparing for holidays and special occasions\, caring for yourself\, honoring your loved one and much more. \nThese faith-based Griefshare.org Sessions are free ($20 donation appreciated for workbook) \nRegister at https://www.griefshare.org/groups/251057 . For more info\, contact Nancy at stfrancishwm@gmail.com.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/grief-coping-series/2025-03-25/
LOCATION:St. Francis of Assisi Pastorial Center\, 411 S. 5th St.\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
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/2025-03-25/
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:20250327T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250327T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052336
CREATED:20250301T080924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T080924Z
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SUMMARY:Protect Your Brain: What Everyone Needs to Know About Strokes
DESCRIPTION:Are you protecting your most important asset—your brain? A stroke changes the lives of not only the person who experiences one but also their family. This is a program you don’t want to miss\, with important information for everyone: Those who think they may be at risk of a stroke\, those who have experienced one\, as well as friends\, family members\, and the public. \nLead by Kristal M. Blanchard with the Montana Stroke Initiative\, Providence St. Patrick Hospital\, you will learn about the following topics and go home with plenty of resources. \n\nRisk factors & how to lessen your chance of a stroke\nHow to identify a stroke in yourself & others\nWhat to do if you are experiencing a stroke\nWhat to do if someone else is having a stroke\nHow a stroke may impact you & the recovery process\nLatest research on strokes & stroke prevention\n\nYou will also hear from a member of our own community and Library Board Member about her own stroke experience
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/protect-your-brain-what-everyone-needs-to-know-about-strokes/
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
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