Community Calendar
GAPWEST Broadcasting - South Central Montana
Week of July 26th
33rd Annual Fly In: (ends July 29th)
The Montana Antique Airplane Association is hosting its 33rd annual fly in at Three Forks, July 29th- 31st. This great community event is free to the public, and there’s also a young eagles flying program with free flights for kids age 8 to 17. for more information and to register call 439-4179.
Bogert Park Farmer’s Market (end july 27)
This Tuesday – Visit Project Nomkoo at Bogert Park Farmer’s Market.
In support of the Food Bank- we invite you to bring canned food items. With a canned food item, you will earn one free raffle ticket for either the stuffed African Elephant or a Gourmet Coffee Basket.
Flag Football (end july 30th)
Get ready for Flag Football Season with the Gallatin Valley YMCA’s Mini Camp! This three day camp will be held August 3rd-5th from 8am-12pm at the Montana State University fields. The camp will teach the fundamentals of flag football to children entering grades Kindergarten to 4th grade. Cost is $50 and scholarships are available to those who qualify. The registration deadline is Friday July 30th at 3:30pm. Print off the registration form and mail it in or drop it off in our office. Please visit www.gallatinvalleyymca.org for more information.
Head Start (end july 31st)
RIF…Reading is Fundamental! Macy’s is raising money for RIF from June 30th through July 31st with the Book A Brighter Future campaign. Anyone who donates $3 to the campaign will receive $10 off a purchase of $50 or more at Macy's. Further detail is on the attached flyer. Go to Macy’s for more information.
First Security Bank Bozeman Classic: (end august 4)
The First Security Bank Bozeman Classic is less than a month away. The 32nd anniversary of this event features two races—a 10K and a 5K—and will be held on Saturday, August 7th . In person registration and packet pick up will be held on August 4-6 at the 19th St. First Security Bank from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Sweet Pea Children’s run registration will be taken at the same time. Also, the run is seeking volunteer course marshals for the August 7th race. Course marshals are stationed along the race course to direct runners and vehicles. No experience is necessary. All volunteers receive a race t-shirt, much appreciation and are finished by 9:00 am.
Volunteers to staff aid stations are also needed. These volunteers will fill cups and hand out water to runners at one of three course aid stations.
Those interested in volunteering should contact Jen Tanner at 587.0281 or jentanner@gmail.com.
Sweet Pea Festival of the Arts: (end Aug 6th)
The 33rd annual Sweet Pea Festival will be held August 6, 7, & 8. Prices will be the same as last year, $10 advanced sales and $15 at the gates. Children 6 and under are free. for more information, go to www.sweetpeafestival.org
Cookies for Kids’ Cancer (end August 7th)
Cookies for Kids’ Cancer is holding a bake sale August 7th at Heebs Grocery in Bozeman from 10 to 3. There will be a raffle for a goodie gift basket that will
be $1.00 to enter. Six local bakeries are donating with more to come.
Bozeman High Golf Tournament (end aug 12)
There will be an all class golf tournament Friday, August 6th at Bridger Peak golf course. Proceeds go to the Bozeman Schools Foundation. For more information, or to reserve your spot, call Kurtis Nason at 581-5263.
Flag Football (end Aug. 13th)
Think you still have what it takes to play flag football? The YMCA is pleased to announce our Men’s 7 v.7 Flag Football League. League play starts August 21 and goes till October 31st. Teams will play 6 games and have the chance to play in a tournament. The fee per team is $315 and there is limited availability, so register early! Registration is due by Friday August 13th. For more details check out www.gallatinvalleyymca.org.
Ultimate Frisbee (end Aug. 13th)
Do you love playing Frisbee, soccer and football? Then you should try Ultimate Frisbee which combines elements from all three sports. The YMCA is now offering a minicamp for kids entering 7th-12th grade. This camp will be held Monday August 16th-18th from 9am-12pm. Cost is $30 (scholarships available). The registration deadline is Friday August 13th. For more information check out www.gallatinvalleyymca.org.
Marriage Enrichment: (end August 14th)
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is presenting a Marriage Enrichment Seminar featuring Stephen F. Duncan. Dr. Duncan is a professor in the School of Family Life at Brigham Young University – Provo. The free seminar will take place on Saturday, August 14, 2010 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the Bozeman LDS Stake Center located at 2915 Colter Avenue in Bozeman.
Second session of pre-school recreation classes: (end aut. 15)
The second session of Bozeman Recreation Department’s recreation classes will begin the week of July 19th. There are still openings for youth ages 2 to 5 in several classes. Program information can be seen at www.bozeman.net/recreation/summerbrochure. For more information and to register call 582-2290 or stop by the Beall Park Recreation Center.
Boys or Girls Backpack Trips (end july 23rd/august 20th)
The Bozeman Recreation Department is offering a two day backpacking trip for youth ages 9 – 14 who want to experience one night in the backcountry, make friends and learn new skills. The boy’s trip will be held July 23rd & 24th and the girl’s trip is scheduled August 20th & 21st. Pre-registration is required at the Beall Park Recreation Center, 415 N. Bozeman, or by calling 582-2290. Fee is $95 City of Bozeman resident/$133 non-resident. For information call 582-2290.
The Shields Valley Farmers' Market (end 8/28)
The Shields Valley Farmers' Market will open for it's 3rd annual season at the Holiday City Park in Clyde Park on Saturday June 12th. Market day is every Saturday through August 28th, from 9:00 a.m. to noon (no market on July 3rd). Vendors will offer a variety of locally grown produce, farm fresh eggs, baked goods, woodcraft and other unique hand-made items. The Clyde Parks Woman's Club will serve refreshments for market-goers. Table spaces are free and vendors are welcome. To obtain market space or
for more information, contact Joanie at 686-4851.
Go Global and Host a Foreign Teen This Year (end 9/1)
Learn firsthand about another culture without leaving the United States and establish a friendship that will last a lifetime. Many local high schools are still open to enrollment and encourage families to get involved. Pacific Intercultural Exchange has international students from more than 40 countries
arriving into the area for homestay programs. They really need your help. The non-profit organization is looking for a few more caring host families to share the American way of life. If you think you may be interested in hosting a foreign teen -- or would like more information about the program -- please call P.I.E. immediately at 1-800-828-9001 or visit them on the web at pieusa.org.
Above and Beyond (end 9/16)
On September 16, the Bozeman Schools Foundation will host 'Above & Beyond' at the Hilton Garden Inn. This new 'Hall of Honor' program will recognize inspiring accomplishments of Bozeman Schools Alumni. You can buy tickets online at www.bozemanschoolsfoundation.org
Belgrade Farmer’s Market (end October 1st)
The New Belgrade Farmer's Market will be held every Thursday, starting on August 12th from 4 to 7, until the first Thursday in October. It will be held in Clarkin Park in front of Lee & Dad's IGA, and vendors need to apply two weeks prior to market day. For more information, email Holly at belgradefarmersmarket@gmail.com.
Moss Barn Dance (end October 2)
Barn Dance 2010
This year, Moss will hold its annual fundraiser at the beautiful
Rockin' TJ Ranch, Saturday, Oct. 2 at 6:00 p.m.
Tickets $50 each - 21 and older please.
582-0526
New Jobs Tax Breaks: (tfn)
Workers and businesses are eager to learn more about two new tax benefits that are part of the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE) act. These new tax breaks offer a much-needed boost to employers who may be thinking about adding positions to their payrolls-while also opening up more employment opportunities for workers.
The IRS is here to help. With a comprehensive Web site, knowledgeable staff and helpful customer service, businesses can turn to IRS.gov for the latest information on these new jobs tax breaks.
With this new legislation, employers may qualify for a special 6.2% payroll tax incentive to fill positions with people who have been unemployed or worked very little during the previous 60 days. If these new hires stay on the job for at least a year, employers can also claim a tax credit of up to $1,000 per worker.
The IRS has developed a 60-second PSA to help guide people through their questions about these new tax benefits. This PSA steers listeners to IRS.gov for the latest information on the HIRE act.
We hope you'll take a moment to review this PSA. Click here to preview and download the HIRE Act PSA. You can also download it on IRS.gov. We believe you'll find it to be a valuable resource for your listeners.
American Red Cross - Blood Drives (tfn)
The American Red Cross has a full slate of blood drives in the month of June. To find out more about giving the gift of life and when their next drive is call 587-2790 or visit their website at redcrossblood.org
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Safe and Alive
Montana's biggest killer is motor vehicle crashes. Safe and Alive presents the facts about motor vehicle passenger safety to empower Montanans to make the right personal, parental, and policy choices that touch the lives of individuals and families every day. These facts are based on statistics and studies from the Montana Department of Transportation, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and other credible sources. To provide a better understanding of this topic, the Buckle Up/Safe Kids Coalition will be offering this free presentation to area businesses, agencies and community groups. For more information on how to host a Safe and Alive presentation, contact Stacy at Child Care Connections, 587-7786.
Mike Utley Foundations
Join the Mike Utley Foundation in the search for a cure for paralysis. Liz Ann Kudrna is a Paradise Valley local who was in a horrible accident last year that left her paralyzed. She is fundraising with the Thumbs-Up Bike Tour…Please help LizAnn by visiting lizannkudrna.com.
Alzheimer's Association
The Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Group meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month at 6:30pm at Parkhaven Assisted Living & Retirement Community. For more information please call Chris at 282-7488.
AFS High School Exchange
Each year AFS gives a number of special families a chance to host an AFS High School exchange student. Most people have no idea how much hosting a young person from another country can bring to their lives. You can find out! Call 1-800-AFS-INFO for more information! Teens, join the fight against meth this summer by entering the Montana Meth Project's "Paint the State" contest, for a chance to win up to sixty-five hundred dollars! ($6,500). Use Montana as your canvas to design, create and display your anti-meth message: paint a barn, grain silo, storefront window, or design any other work of public art. So, if you're 13 to 18, here's your chance to say "Not Even Once" to meth and earn money this summer. For more information about the "Paint the State" contest visit www.paintthestatemontana.org.
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