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September 14 marked the 211th birthday of the writing of the “The Star Spangled Banner.” Most citizens of the United States likely recall their history lessons on the song’s making. According to the Kennedy Center, many Americans were not happy when the U.S. declared war on Great Britain, starting the War of 1812. After all, the British war machine outgunned a still developing U.S. military. During the War of 1812, “U.S. forces struggled to match the British on land, sea, and the Great Lakes. Then in August 1814, British forces raided Washing...
A few things the library will be doing in the next couple of weeks: Next week, on Wednesday, September 24th, at 4:30 pm, the board of trustees will hold their monthly meeting. Please see the attached agenda. The Montana Library Network Virtual Programming, along with the library, will host Montana Native Plant Conservation Strategy by Andrea Pipp, Thursday, September 25th, from 6:30-8:00 on Zoom. To register for that program, go to: http://tinyurl.com/MTNativePlants The Book Club will read The Girl Who Wrote in Silk by Kelli Estes. The books...
Fall programs have begun at the library. Home School Hour is moving to Monday starting in October and will be from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Middle School Meet-up will be on Mondays from 3:45-4:45 p.m. for grades 6, 7, and 8. Tuesdays will be Story Time for ages 0-5 from 10:30-11:00 a.m. and Kidz Zone will be from 3:45-4:45 for grades 3, 4, and 5. Teen Scene is moving back to Wednesday and will be from 5:30-6:30 p.m. LEGO Club will be on Thursdays from 3:45-4:45 p.m. We will continue to have Movie Day on Fridays from 1:00-2:30 p.m. Children under 5...
Here’s your reminder that we’ve started children’s programming again. Storytime for children ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers on Tuesdays at 10:00; After School Squad for elementary students Wednesdays at 4; and Lego Club for all ages Thursdays at 4:00. Book Club for adults will start tentatively in October. September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. The library has resources available including books, informational handouts, and stickers. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides judgment-free support to anyone facin...
Here are the beef and other event winners of the 2025 Blaine County Fair. Janna Snedigar Grand Champion Horse Junior Showman Claire Buck Reserve Champion Horse Junior Showman Lynley Conrad Grand Champion Horse Senior Showman Grace Buck Reserve Champion Horse Senior Showman Alexis Elias Reserve Champion Dog Junior Showman Paxton Anderson Reserve Champion Swine Junior Showman Walter Schoen Grand Champion Sheep Breeding Terminal Ram Lamb Lynley Conrad Grand Champion Sheep Breeding Overall Wool...
Montana Actors’ Theatre (MAT) invites everyone to their annual Sponsorship Drive and Gala of Friends: Denim, Black Ties, & City Lights. Formerly called Death by Chocolate, the theme for this year’s gala is “Where Montana meets Manhattan,” and the event begins on September 27 at 5:30 p.m. in St. Jude’s Gymnasium. This is a change from the originally advertised date of September 13. According to MAT’s Founder and Executive Director, Jay Pyette, “The need to change the date was unfortunate, and we sincerely try to never do that. This time, ho...
The library will be closed Monday, September 1st, in observance of Labor Day. We’ll pick back up with our children’s programming this week. Tuesdays at 10:00 is Storytime for children ages 0-5 & their parents/caregivers; Wednesdays at 4:00 is After School Squad for elementary students grades Kindergarten-5th; Thursdays at 4:00 is Lego Club for all ages. (Children under age 5 must be accompanied by an adult). Some new books featured this week: Unshaken by Shelley Shepard Gray; The Peculiar Gift of July by Ashley Ream; Our Last Resort by Cle...
A Mother By: Mary McKenzie I wake to the sound of giggles and cries My name being called by a voice half my size I struggle from bed to the happy delight Of bright-eyed angels, thrilled by my sight I step over toys all the way down the hall A drumstick, Legos, a chew ring, a doll A child on each hip and I trip on a shoe But I don’t hit the floor for it’s not something new I’m the Jill of all trades, master of one— Changing out batteries for noisemaker fun I’m the giver of bandaids, the kisser of bumps, Policer of candy and swatter of rumps I’m...
You know, Lord, A friend shared about idioms/sayings that are totally false. Take for instance the child’s idiom, ‘Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.’ That last part should be changed to ‘but words will always hurt me.’ More than several instances come to mind. Lord, remember that chap, a genuine friendly, intelligent man who was a general office worker, a helper and adviser to the public? He was well-liked and knew his product but behind the scenes, always unsure of himself. One day he confided that as a child h...
Rod Sodergren had many interests during a long retirement from Texaco. He was known around the region and beyond for his elegant HO Guage model railroad layout that took up much of his basement. From the time he got the set up completed, in 1991, to the time he began to dismantle it, November, 2009, he recorded the names of nearly 800 people who came to view his train set up. Rod died in 2016 at the age of 92. Rod Sodergren, of Chinook, never had an electric train when he was growing up. He said...
You know, Lord, some kids nearby were sharing how they’d heard how some use the Alphabet when talking so they decided to try it, so here goes. “All I want for Breakfast is some Chocolate milk Daddy, please; eventhough Fannie next door, would prefer sharing tea.” “Hey, don’t forget GOD! Heaven is His Home; He gave us Jesus who said that He was the way, the truth and the light.” “Someone’s knocking at the door; Leila, go see who that could be. Maybe it’s the neighbor boy, he likes to come over to visit.” We heard him say, ‘PLEASE, may I quic...
The Blaine County Library Board of Trustees will hold their regular monthly meeting on Monday August 25th at 4:30 p.m. in the library meeting room. Our Summer Reading Program ended August 14th with a special presentation by the Blaine County Health Department. We had two program presentations from the Health Department during our final week of Summer Reading. They did a presentation about germs with our Story Time kids on Tuesday and a Bike and Helmet Safety presentation for all ages on Thursday. We thank the Health Department for...
It’s back to school this week for most of the teachers, staff, and students in our area, so here’s to a memorable year! Don’t forget all the resources and services we can provide as we begin another year of education, such as: ~Access to our online catalog at https://mtsc.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/HARLEM ~Access to computers for internet access, printing, emailing, etc. ~Weekly programming for adults & children (TBA) ~Interlibrary Loan ~Mobile Hotspots ~And so much more... Most of these services are free of charge. Some of them, you need...
MY ONLY By: Mary McKenzie “You’re my favorite Grandpa!” “I’m your only Grandpa.” “Good thing you’re my favorite!” That strong, firm voice, caring, interested Quick to tease and laugh Those keen, blue eyes, sparked with life My mind keeps a photograph I see your hands wrinkled, aged Clasped together with my own As we sat side by side The only Grandpa I’ve known. Your musical heart, it loved to sing A random song here and there I can feel your hugs, my cheek your kisses And hear your voice in earnest prayer. My one and only, I miss you truly Wi...
The Montana Make It With Wool program is gearing up for another fantastic year of creativity through our traditional garment making contest, and the Quilt, Appliqué Project, and Afghan contest. There has been some new and renewed interest in the MIWW program over the past few weeks which is always invigorating. With the excitement running through Montana’s MIWW program, we want to remind every one of the three new contests connected with the National Make It With Wool portion of the program. There is the Sweater contest which was in its ma...
Here are the Horse Results for the 2025 Blaine County Fair...
Rabbit Results from the 2025 Blaine County Fair...
Havre Trails will be hosting their 7th Annual Summerfest in Pepin Park on August 23 from 2:00-7:00 p.m. The group is asking area residents not only to mark their calendars and plan to attend but to help by spreading the word or volunteering to assist at the event. Billed as a family-friendly affair, organizers announce that dozens of Montana beers and ciders will be on tap. Wine and seltzers will also be available, and stations are planned for Triple Dog Brewing, Busted Knuckle, Gally's...
Thank you to all who attended and helped during our Friends of the Library Community Appreciation event! The library board of trustees will meet this afternoon at 4:30. Since we’ve wrapped up our summer reading, here are a few “fun facts” about the past few months. The theme this year was “Color Our World,” and it was all about art, color, creativity, and pizazz. Classes from the elementary school from grades Kindergarten through 4th grade visited the library in May to learn about programs offered during the summer. Children and families...
With the passing of National Ice Cream Month, Bonnie Weber, the owner of The Creamery has announced the winners of their special drawing. All month, the business celebrated by inviting patrons to enter their end-of-the-month give-away. The five lucky winners are Teagan Britt, Morgan Friede, Sheena Pursley, Paisley Neiffer, and Danielle Plumage. Each will receive a t-shirt and gift card to The Creamery. When asked approximately how many entries she received for the drawing, Weber laughed, saying: “Holy cow, I didn’t count, but it honestly loo...
•••••••Monday, August 4••••••• 10:00 am 4-H Dog Show - Little Arena 12:00 pm 4-H Cat Show - Outdoor Show/Sale Arena •••••••Tuesday, August 5••••••• 10:00 am 4-H & FFA Horse Show at the George Ortner Arena - Blaine County Fairgrounds 10:00 am -2:00 pm Concession Wagon Open - 4-H Horse Show ••••••Wednesday, August 6••••• 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Livestock check-in to barns 10:00 am - 8:00 pm 4-H Chuckwagon open 9:00 am 4-H Rabbit Show - Outdoor Show/Sale Arena 11:00 am 4-H Poultry Show - Outdoor Show/Sale Arena 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 4-H Interview Judgin...
The 105th edition of the USBC Women's Championships concluded last week. The century-old event is said to be the largest women's sporting event in the world. This year's event began in April and finished the end of July. Over that stretch of time 16,300 women participated. Competitions included team (four bowlers), doubles and single bowling events. The 2025 competition was held at the South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa in Las Vegas, Nevada. The South Point Bowling Center, part of the...
We will be extending our summer program to August 14th, due to the pool closing the end of July. This will give kids something to do during the first two weeks of August. Kids earn prizes for every program they attend and for every hour they read. They will also receive an ice cream certificate for every 10 hours they read, up to 30 hours. Johanna Eggleston generously donated the ice cream certificates. Just a reminder, the kids need to bring their slips into the library to get their hours logged into our book, to receive their prizes. We have...
I Remember I will remember you Even when the sky is blue Though the storm has ceased You remain in my heart. I can recall your smile Even through the while New faces flood my way And yet, I see you still I hear people say your name But it’s not the same When you aren’t here by me To acknowledge the address I miss you so much I ache for one more touch You’ve been gone for a time Yet I still expect you to walk through the door....
The Harvest, a play written and directed by Montana Actor Theatre’s (MAT) Executive Director Jason Pyette, will be featured November 3-23 in New York. Because the script was accepted for production by the Manhattan Repertory Theatre, a troupe of MAT actors/actresses will take the stage at the Chain Theatre located at 312 W. 36th Street in New York for a professional run of sixteen performances. Written over a period of a couple of years, the script explores the struggles of a farming family in Montana. Because the patriarch of the family is i...
