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Be sure to join us tomorrow evening, March 21, at 6:30 P.M. for the program “The Geology of Blaine County” presented by Rod Benson. Rod grew up in Harlem, lives in Helena, and teaches high school science in Hays. He is currently in his 42nd and final year of teaching. Rod has learned as much as he can about the geology of north central Montana, and he has hiked many miles, exploring and photographing our beautiful landscape. During his presentation he will explain how oceans, volcanic activity, and ice ages shaped the Blaine County area. Ref...
Hello From the Chinook Social Senior Center We have finally gotten the Foot Clinic back in session, after several attempts. I am very glad for that, as are the people who definitely need that service. We are rescheduling them for Mon., April 1st. If you have not been contacted, but would like to schedule an appointment, please call us as soon as possible. Monday, April 1st is also the birthday of Steve Edwards. It comes as no surprise to me that this man was born on April Fool’s Day. If you see him out and about, please feel free to play a t...
The Blaine County Library Board of Trustees will hold their regular monthly meeting Monday, March 25th at 4:30 p.m. in the library meeting room. New movies ready for checkout are Wonka, Migration and The Color Purple. “Wandering Stars” by Tommy Orange is the follow-up to his best seller, “There, There.” “End of the Story” by A.J. Finn is a spellbinding thriller. “Never Too Late” by Danielle Steel is a stirring novel about a woman striking out on her own after loss as her adult daughters try to find their own independent paths in life. “The G...
(Top) Bro. David Sageser, Senior Grand Steward of the Grand Lodge of Montana, presented a check for $4000 from the Montana Masonic Foundation to Patricia Loceo Reid to be used for technology. Pictured: Bro. David Sageser, Principal Danelle Gibson, Educator Patricia Loceo Reid. Bro. David Sageser, Senior Grand Steward of the Grand Lodge of Montana, presented a check for $1000 to Librarian Bonnie Ortner in Harlem, MT to be used to purchase books for the reluctant reader. Pictured: Bro. Kevin...
(Left) Mrs. Rhonda Baker's 5th graders were chosen as the ROARing class for the week ending January 18th. These students earned this distinction by staying Respectful, Organized, Always safe, and Responsible at all times, and have earned an extra recess with Principal Evelyn Bigby. Let's hope it warms up soon so these Lil' Wildcats can make the most of their well-deserved reward! (Right) Instead of just one student, Mrs. Bear's entire class was chosen to fill the 5th grade ROARing Student slot....
On Tuesday, March 5, several schools representing District V were invited to attend the Montana Association of Student Councils (MASC) meeting. Mary Zuchowski, the current District V Advisor from Frazer, elected to hold the meeting in Wolf Point. Essentially an opportunity to network with other student councils from around the state, the meeting allows youth leaders to share projects and ideas viable for implementation as well as to vote for District Officers. Three student leaders from Chinook...
To the editor: Help can’t wait when emergencies strike — not for the family displaced by a disaster, the patient in need of lifesaving blood or the deployed service member alerted to a family crisis at home. Every day, when our neighbors face emergencies like these, they rely on local volunteers, blood donors, financial supporters and community partners who deliver care and hope through Montana Red Cross. Last year alone, we helped more than 560 Montanans impacted by disaster by delivering food, shelter and clothing, and most importantly – a sh...
Hello From the Chinook Social Senior Center March is upon us and it looks like our weather will be up and down! Having spent nearly my entire life in Montana, that is exactly what we would expect. We will be hosting the Blaine County Extension office, here at the Senior Center on Tues., March 5th @ 3:00 with their presentation of Feral Swine. The Foot Clinic is rescheduled for Thurs., March 7th. If you don’t already have an appointment, please call us at 357-2648. The schedule is nearly full. Friday, March 8th is the 90th Birthday Party for T...
It’s time to Buy a Bag O’Books! During the month of March you may fill a grocery sack full of used books from the Reading Room for only one dollar! The Book Challenge for March is to read a book about siblings. We have a selection on display for you to choose from. Come to “Friends & Fun!” each Wednesday from 1:00 – 3:00 P.M. in the library meeting room. Get together for great conversation, games and refreshments. All adults are welcome. The Book Club is currently reading “Ordinary Grace” by William Kent Krueger. The next discussion wi...
The 2023 Montana Book Award winner is The Lost Journals of Sacajewea by Debra Magpie Earling. In The Lost Journals of Sacajewea, Author Debra Magpie Earling challenges prevailing historical narratives of Sacajewea. She brings to life a mythologized figure, while casting an unsparing light on the men who brutalized her and re-centering Sacajewea as the arbiter of her own history. Written in lyrical, dreamlike prose, The Lost Journals of Sacajewea is an astonishing work of art and a powerful tale of perseverance—the Indigenous woman’s story that...
Ninety-five librarians and trustees earned their certifications through the Montana State Library (MSL) in 2023. Among those recertified was Blaine County Library Director, Valerie Frank of Chinook. The Montana Library Certification Program was established to promote continuing education and to recognize librarians and trustees who continue to expand their knowledge and skills to provide improved services for patrons and communities. Frank, who has been certified since 2003, was initially certified on the staff track and then became certified...
Hello From the Chinook Social Senior Center Another great week was had here at the Chinook Social Senior Center! We have had another day of Gene Allen’s entertainment. It is always wonderful to listen to his talents on both guitar as well as vocals. I feel richly blessed when he tells me that he would love to come. We also had Dr. Marsha Goetting here, from Bozeman, last week for a very informative workshop on Estate planning. She is tremendously knowledgeable. I had met her last October at the Governor’s conference on Aging, in Great Falls, wh...
We have two non-fiction books available this week. “The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy Living” by Meik Wiking will teach you how to embrace Hygge (pronounced hoo-ga) and become happier with this definitive guide to the Danish philosophy of comfort, togetherness, and well-being. “Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America” by Barbara McQuade is an urgent, comprehensive explanation of the ways disinformation is impacting democracy, and practical solutions that can be pursued to strengthen the public, media,...
The Harlem Library board meets for its regular meeting today, February 28, 4:30 P.M. in the library meeting room. There will be no After School Squad today, but it will resume March 6, 4:00 – 5:00 P.M. Lego Club will meet Thursday, Feb. 29, 4:00 – 5:00 P.M. and Storytime will be held Friday, March 1, 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. Have you completed the Book Challenge for February to read a book with a book on the cover? If you have, please let the library know so your name can be entered to win a gift certificate from a local business. The Book Chall...
Hello From the Chinook Social Senior Center! We continue to have fun, fun, fun in here! Today we are celebrating St. Valentine’s Day, with a Scavenger Hunt, Valentine Bingo & a crowning of a King & Queen, which are John & Dona Clay! These two marvelous people help out every single day, here at the Center. They are always willing to help and always have a smile on their faces! We are also gifting a Prince of Steve Edwards & his lovely bride, Sherry Edwards as Princess. We will be gifting a Sweetheart as well. Mary Preeshl has been coming in f...
The Blaine County Library Board of Trustees will hold their regular monthly meeting Monday February 26th at 4:30 p.m. in the library meeting room. It’s hard to believe February is almost over! Time flies when you’re having fun. Our Valentines Station was so much fun we decided to have a Black History Month activity table for the remainder of February. Kids can enjoy activities and learn about Martin Luther King, Ruby Ridges, and Garret Morgan. I confess, I did not know who Garret Morgan was until today. Garret Morgan was the creator of the sto...
The Book Challenge for February is to read a book with a book on the cover. When you complete your book, please contact the library so your name may be entered to win a gift certificate from a local business. The library board of trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting Wednesday, February 28, 4:30 P.M. in the library meeting room. The Book Club is currently reading “The Music of Bees” by Eileen Garvin. We will discuss the entire book Monday, February 26 at 4 P.M. Congratulations to Cheryl Horn whose fabulous Pink Fancy cake won the con...
Hello From the Chinook Social Senior Center! Well, January finally got over. All 90 days of it . Now, on to February! That one doesn’t seem to last quite as long, thankfully. We got some needed moisture & there is more coming! Yay! We are in desperate need of more moisture in our parched lands. When we think about how many days that we have been seeing fog, it looks as though we will also have a very wet Spring. Today is the final day of our partnership, for this season, with the Blaine County Museum and Sam French, museum director, in h...
February is Library Lovers Month! We have a book display of romances to celebrate the month of February. Come in and fill out a heart telling us why you love your library! We have a drawing for adults and one for the kids, so you will want to sign up for that too. We have a “Make your own Valentine” station set up for kids and adults to make a Valentine or two. February is also Black History Month. Elle put together a display of books celebrating black voices and black stories. We have several thrillers and a couple of non-fiction books ava...
February is Love Your Library Month and I Love to Read Month! What better time to bring your children to the library to find some great books to read. Don’t miss the virtual program “The Lentil Underground” which will be presented Thursday, February 15, 6:30 – 8:00 P.M. via Zoom. This presentation will cover Montana’s organic agriculture movement and pulse crop revolution from one of the farmers at the center of the story: David Oien, Founding Farmer of Timeless Seeds in Ulm. You may watch on your own device at http://tinyur...
Happy Valentine’s Day! I can hardly believe we’re already in mid-February – wasn’t Christmas just yesterday? Today is the day we celebrate the human experience of love and affection for one another. Receivers of love freely give back in a joyful exchange of hearts and flowers and chocolates. And cards offer words that some of us may not be able to conjure across our lips. All of these expressions offer symbolic gestures, a glossy veneer of the deeper emotion that might only be felt through a lingering embrace or a passionate kiss. This year, f...
Hello From the Chinook Social Senior Center! We have had the most wonderful week! We have had a Diamond Dotz class conducted by Barb Ranstrom. Lots of people came and learned this super fun craft. I certainly enjoyed it, as well. Thank you, Barb, for spending your time and talents with us. We appreciate you! We also hosted several Pinochle Marathon classes this past week. Many people came and enjoyed each other’s company for this fun event. There are still several weeks of this happening. If you are a participant in the Marathon & have not y...
Milk River Churches invites you to our community service Sunday, February 4 • American Lutheran Church • 11:00 AM Milk River Churches is an organization between American Lutheran Church of Chinook, United Methodist Church of Chinook, Chinook Presbyterian Church and First Presbyterian Church of Havre. By faith and trusting God to lead us, we unite as one body of Christ to humbly serve and share the love of Jesus Christ with each other, our communities, and the world. We gather together for worship on the first Sunday of each month. Sunday Ser...
Holiday – it’s a word that originated from an old English word meaning “Holy Day.” It’s a fitting word for our end of December celebrations – no matter its old English or modern English contexts. But here in the thick of January, the glitter of Christmas has faded. The echoes of new year celebrations have diminished down a canyon of life moving on per usual. As lights disappear from the eaves of houses and the parched evergreens lean against back door steps, the extended hours of darkness feel especially long in our holiday hangovers. We stumbl...
Happy New Year The Hwy 2 Assoc continues it’s efforts, as it has for 22 years, to fulfill it’s Mission - “To Enhance the Economic Viability of Northern Montana Communities by constructing an Adequate Hwy # 2 that would allow communities to compete for and attract businesses” Adequate has been defined by the business community in that 80% of businesses locate in or near communities that have a four lane highway. Surveys have revealed that the # 1 consideration of a business that looks to locate or relocate, “Is there an Adequate Transport...
