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March 2010

Featured Events

Stained Glass Classes begin Mar. 1 & 3 and Apr. 5, 7 & 8 at B&W Stained Glass, 334 Aladdin Rd., Colville. Call 684-5668 for info and to register.

Aunties will be hosting an event to honor Jack Nisbet, who won a 2010 PNBA award for The Collector, on March 4 at 7:00 p.m.

Mountain Path Yoga offers Yoga classes in the Iyengar and White Lotus traditions. Introduction to Yoga begins March 8-April 19, Mon. eve, 5:30-7. Six weeks for $66. Chewelah classes begin again! Please call Sarah for info and to register. Yoga on the Ball continues, Wed. morning and afternoon classes. Please call Tifanie for info, and to register, 722-5281. Come experience yoga in our new studio at 818 E. Columbia!

Slow Food Video Night at Lovitt Restaurant - The DVDs Nourish and Big River will be shown at Lovitt Restaurant on Tuesday, March 23 at 7:00 p.m. Popcorn, flatbreads, beer and wine will be available for purchase. Please call Lovitt Restaurant to make a reservation for seating. If you want to enjoy the food, conversations and films, please call since we can only accommodate about 40 people.

Boyd's Country Inn is hosting a St. Patrick's Day Party with green beer and dinner specials, Hwy 395 between Kettle Falls & Orient, call 738-4944 for more info.

Colville Parks & Recreation - 2010 T-Ball for boys & girls, ages 5 through 7 (must be 5 by April 1). Registration deadline, Fri., Mar. 19.
* 2010 Daddy-Daughter Ball (all ages), Sat., Apr. 10, 4 -- 6 pm (girls age 10 & under), or 7 -- 9 pm (girls age 11 & up). Registration deadline, Mar. 26 or until program fills. Registration forms are available at the office at 356 E. Dominion, 684-6037, www.colville.wa.us.

Constructive Fun is featuring Family Game day Monday, March 8, from 4-6pm and Saturday, March 27 from 2-4pm. Saturday March 13, make and take a Saint Patrick's Day craft, 2-4 pm for all ages!

The Power of Touch--Discover It! Healthy touch benefits body, mind and spirit. Quiet time and therapeutic touch allow your body's inner wisdom to help you be better balanced and improve your well-being. I invite you to explore and experience the benefits of massage for yourself. With 10 years experience, I offer several styles and techniques to meet your needs. First one hour appointment is $20. Call for details. 509-680-0054, Sally Lacquiee, LMP00012883.

The Colville's Got Talent show will be held on the last Sunday of the month, March 28, April 18, and May 23. All shows are at the Colville High school auditorium starting at 2 pm. For information, call Scott at 684-2373.

The Cutter Theatre Presents --
* "Frozen Moments" A winter photography exhibit, Kirtland Cutter Art Gallery, Fri., Feb 19th - Wed., Mar. 31st.
* "Dearly Departed" a deadly serious comedy starring the Cutter Players, Fri. -- Sat., Mar. 5th & 6th -- 7:30pm & Sun., Mar. 7th -- 2pm, tickets $12.
* Men of Worth, traditional Irish & Scottish folk music, Sun., Mar. 14 at 2 pm. Tickets: $12.
* Custer's Grass Band, bluegrass at its best, Sun., Apr. 11 at 2 pm. Tickets: $12.
The Cutter Theatre is located at 302 Park St. in Metaline Falls, WA. Call 509-446-4108 for more information or reservations.

You are invited to Colville's 6th annual Home & Garden Show 2010! The theme this year is Do-It-Yourself. Fri., Mar. 19, 9am -- 6pm and Sat., Mar. 20, 9am to 4pm at the Ag Trade Center, NE Washington Fairgrounds. Call the Chamber at 509-684-5973 for info, to reserve booth space, or to schedule a presentation.

Woodland Theater Presents -- South Pacific - The show will be performed March 5-7, 11-14, 18-21. Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 pm. Sunday matinees are at 3:00 pm. Opening night (3/5) and Thursday shows are $10 per person. All other performances are $15 for adults and $12 for students and senior citizens. Patrons who want to get tickets early should contact ticket manager Marty Kittelson from now through February 14th at 509-684-8515. After February 15th tickets will be available at our outlet, Main Street Floral, 104 North Main, Colville, (509) 684-9096.

Looking for something new and exciting to do over spring break? Stonerose Fossil Site will be open this year from March 27th - April 4th for spring collecting. The site will be open from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and is located in Republic. Call (509) 775-2295 or visit our website at www.stonerosefossil.org.

Wild in Rice presents: * April 24: In Search of the Wild Mushroom w/ Prof. Jim Groth, Botany-Plant Pathology, University of Minnesota. Jim was the mushroom identification expert for the Minnesota Poison Control Center for 17 years and will help you understand which wild fungi are good to cook or just interesting to look at. After the morning session, Jim will lead you on a mushroom foray in the woods. Bring your brown bag lunch! 10am -- 2pm. Email wildinrice@gmail.com to register. * May 7 & 8: Backyard Permaculture Designs & Wild Plants of Stevens County -- Sustainable Wildcrafting w/ Michael "Skeeter" Pilarski of Friends of the Trees Society and Sunny Pine Farm. Skeeter is known for his knowledge of native plants and agricultural systems and teaches many clinics along the west coast and Hawaii. Two full days, or individual sessions available with lots of time in the field. Email wildinrice@gmail.com for detailed course descriptions.

Wild Animals or Raptors in Distress? Call the rescue team dedicated to the recovery, rehabilitation, release of wildlife, and the promotion of wildlife awareness and education in Northeast Washington. Northeast Washington Wildlife Rehabilitation Society, 509-738-2760 or 509-675-2760, 684-2102 for the Colville Animal Hospital, or email at tm_redtail53@hotmail.com.

Aikido & Ki/Chi Development classes - Aikido is a spiritual non-violent martial art based on the principles of ki, relaxation, & blending. Ki development classes are Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6-7 pm, and cost $25 per month. Aikido classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:15 -- 9 pm, and most Saturdays from 9-11 am, and cost $40 per month. Classes are at 336 W. Astor at the "Dojo." For further information call 685-0509. The instructor is Jeff League, a fourth degree black belt in Aikido.

Special Events

Spokane Opera presents Leoncavallo's opera, "I Pagliacci", Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m., March 5 and 6 at Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox in Spokane. Opera in two acts, sung in Italian with English surtitles. Conducted by Dean Williamson. Tickets from $17 to $47. Call 509-533-1150 or visit the web site, http://www.spokaneopera.org, for more information. Discounts available for seniors, students and groups.

Chewelah's Park Avenue Players announce auditions for their spring play. Jessica McLaughlin will be directing Dearly Departed by David Bottrell and Jessie Jones, with permission of Dramatists Play Service, Inc. In this play a group of dysfunctional Southern eccentrics struggle to get the patriarch of the Turpin clan buried after he dies in the first scene. The cast includes 4 men and 6 women. As always, volunteers are also needed for stage design and construction, costumes, lights, sound, etc. Auditions will take place Tuesday, March 9, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. at the Jenkins Middle School Drama Department. Performance dates are May 21-23 and May 28-30, 2010.

Pend Oreille Players Association will stage, "The Nerd," a comedy written by Larry Shue, and directed by Millie Brumbaugh at the Pend Oreille Playhouse Community Theatre, 240 N. Union Ave, Newport, WA."The Nerd" (Rick) saved Willum's life in "Nam," but the two never met. Fourteen years later Rick shows up for a visit, wreaking hilarious havoc on Willum and his friends. Produced with special permission of Dramatists Play Service. Friday shows: March 18th & 26th at 7:00. Saturday dinner shows: March 19th & 27th at 7:00. Sunday matinee: March 21st and 28th at 3:00. Tickets $10.00 advance $12.00 at the door. Dinner tickets $20.00 advance $22.00 at the door. Tickets available at the Playhouse, Griffins Furniture (Newport) and on line: pendoreilleplayers.org.

March is Women's History Month! One hundred years ago, women won the right to vote in Washington State! This feat was accomplished due to the efforts of many dynamic women, especially Tacoma's Emma Smith DeVoe and Spokane's May Arkwright Hutton. While their strategies, economic standing and temperaments were at odds, they led the way to victory. A portion of the history of Washington State comes to life on stage in That Woman & Big Noise, an interactive stage play that explores the relationship between DeVoe and Hutton and how they ushered in equality for generations of women to come. The play is written and directed by Sandra Hosking, Co-Playwright-in-Residence at Spokane Civic Theatre, and features published author, Claire Rudolf Murphy as Hutton and veteran actress, Penny Lucas as DeVoe. The public is invited to attend a presentation of That Woman & Big Noise on March 22, 6:30 pm, in the lower level of the Colville Public Library. The interactive play is sponsored by Colville High School ASB, the Libraries of Stevens County, and the American Association of University Women.

10th Annual Gem & Mineral Show, March 26 & 27 at Fort Colville Grange Hall, 1 mile east of junction of US 395 and Hwy 20, 8:30 am -- 6 pm, Fri., Mar. 26, 9 am -- 5 pm Sat., Mar. 27. Free admission. Call 684-8887 for more information.

Kettle River Grange Players are busy rehearsing their 2010 Spring Play: Vergil & The City Slickers. Performances will be: 7 pm, Apr. 9 & 10; 2 pm matinees on Sun., Apr. 11 & 18; 7 pm Apr. 14 & 16. Tickets will be available at the door. Advance tickets for Apr. 17 Dinner Theater will be available after Mar. 10. Ticket prices & dinner menu to be determined. Call Diane Lamberson at 684-1163 for more info.

Accomplished artist and Scotsman, Dougie Maclean, will be featured in a concert event, April 21 in Spokane at the Bing Crosby Theater. Come help pack the house and give him and the band a warm welcome. Check out his website at http://www.dougiemaclean.com/.

Pend Oreille Players Association (POPA) is sponsoring a One Act Play Festival, to be held in June 2010. All performances will be at the Pend Oreille Playhouse Community Theatre, 240 N. Union Ave, Newport, WA. Plays need to be 25 to 35 minutes in length, and manuscripts must be mailed with a $5.00 entry fee; no electronic submissions will be accepted. Deadline for submission of unpublished and unproduced one-act plays is May 1, 2010. The Playhouse venue is a 20 by 40 foot open stage with no fly capabilities, no front curtain, and limited lighting capabilities, with seating for up to 140 attendees. For complete guidelines, visit Pend Oreille Players website: http://www.pendoreilleplayers.com. For additional information, contact Gail at 509-447-2750 or mail@pendoreilleplayers.org attn: Gail. POPA is a non-profit, community theater organization. Mission Statement: Pend Oreille Players Association will nurture, inspire, educate and entertain the people of the Pend Oreille Valley of Washington and Idaho by providing opportunities to experience all aspects of the arts.

Arts & Crafts

Shoshana's Pottery Studio in Northport will be offering beginning clay classes starting early April for 6 weeks. Come learn the basics of handbuilding in a fully stocked professional clay studio that has a slab roller, sculpting tables and kilns. Pick your day and schedule that fun class you've been thinking about. Tuesday or Thursdays, 7 -- 9 pm. Adults: $100 and $30 materials fee. If interested call Shoshana at 732-8863.

"Souper Supper & Art Sale" - Come and enjoy homemade soups by nine of the area's leading Chefs, a silent auction of quality art from local artists and music from a local musician. March 19, 2010, 5:00 pm until the soup's gone at the Chewelah Civic Center.

It's our 7th Annual Spring Fling Dance and Dessert Auction, to be held on Saturday, March 20, 2010 at the Malo Grange, and YOU ARE INVITED! We are excited to announce that, from east of the Kettle, "Borderland Blues Band" will give you a rhythm-and-blues rockin' good time. A door charge of $5.00 will be asked of all adults, as this is the Arts Council's only fund-raiser for the year. Monies received help finance the "Ansorge Artists' Affaire" June 6, the "Pioneer Arts Camp for Kids" June 21-24, and the "Shakespearean Play" August 21-22. To become involved in this non-profit organization, whose Mission Statement is to support the arts through community and the community through arts, join us for a planning meeting! Monthly meetings are the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Please call Lynnie at 779-4823 or Spark at 775-1086 for more information.

The Fat Quarter Quilt Guild of Deer Park meets for social sews, demos or field trips every Tuesday, 10:00 AM, at Faith Lutheran Church, 218 S Weber Road, Deer Park. The second Tuesday of every month is our business meeting (at 11:00 AM) with games, food and door prizes. For more information, contact Vivian: 509-276-8226. Members plan and participate in making Community Comfort Quilts and an annual quilt show held at the Clayton Grange in August. Weekly meeting exceptions during the months of August, November & December.

Colville Valley Fiber Friends meet every Monday at the Pizza Factory from 12 -- 3. Anyone interested in spinning, weaving, felting, knitting, fiber animals, etc., stop by & visit. Contact Julie Busch at 9335-6832 for more information.

Cross Border Weavers Guild - Please contact Guild President Sandra Goede at 685-1375 for more information on upcoming Cross Border Weavers Guild meetings, hand weaving seminars, events and weaving instruction.

Cabin Fever Quilters Guild meet on the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Valley Fire Hall in Valley, Washington. All are welcome. For more information please contact Mary Ann at 937-2486 or Phyllis at 937-2971.

Washington Hotel Gallery & Studio - Oil painting classes are ongoing taught by Lee McGowan. The hotel offers a pleasant space with good lighting for 15 to 18 people for any workshop or retreat you have coming up. A restaurant next door or food may be catered on premises. Rooms are available for those wishing to stay over. Please call ahead and ask for Lee, 509-446-4415. The Hotel is located at 225 E. 5th Ave., Metaline Falls, WA 99153.

Help we need your empties!! Recycle & raise funds for the Arts in Colville! Purple Birch Gallery Foundation is collecting used Inkjet Cartridges as a fundraiser for their upcoming community sculpture project. All Lexmark, HP, Compaq, and many more brands accepted. Main drop off box is located in Picture Perfect, 344 N. Main in Colville (entrance & parking in the back). Call 684-3178 for more information on how you can help!!

The Northeastern Washington Woodworkers Guild meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Woodworker Network 10 miles south of Colville on Hwy 395. Anyone interested in woodworking is welcome to attend. For info, call 684-1008.

The Chewelah Arts Guild holds its membership meetings the second Tuesday of every month (excepting July, August and December) at 6 p.m., at Flowery Trail Coffee House in Chewelah.

Colville Piecemakers Quilt Guild regularly meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Assembly of God Church at 516 E. Glenn in Colville. Please use the main entrance on Glenn. For information, call 684-8961. All are welcome to attend.

Books, Books, Books

In March the Colville Library display case will celebrate Women's History Month. There will be books on display about women in history and some memorabilia donated by women in the Library Improvement Club. Be sure to check out the display case when visiting the library!

The March meetings for the Northeast Washington Genealogical Society (NeWGS) will take place on Wednesday, March 10th. The Computer Interest Group will meet in the basement of the Colville Public Library at 10:30 a.m. A presentation will be given by Eastern Washington Genealogical Society member Barbara Brazington regarding Eugenics; a study of improving human genetic qualities. This class is co-sponsored by the Libraries of Stevens County. The afternoon meeting takes place in the meeting room at the Family History Center located in the LDS church on Juniper at 1:30 p.m. Melode Hall will be demonstrating Creative Memories digital software. Come join us for an informational gathering at this afternoon session. Both meetings are free and we invite anyone with an interest in tracing their family history. Check our website at www.newgs.org for further information.

The Colville Library Book Group meets every second Thursday of the month at 1:00 p.m., in the meeting room of the Colville Library, 195 S. Oak, in Colville. The Colville Book Group is open to the public and new members are always welcome. For more information call the Colville Library at 684-6620 or visit the library's website: www.scrld.org.

Mark Harrison Memorial Fund -- Donations are still being accepted by the Stevens County Rural Library District to purchase books in the name of Mark Harrison. Interested donors should check at the front desk of their local branch library.

FIRST BOOK-Northport is a non-profit group that provides free books to children from low-income families through existing literacy programs. If you think your program might qualify and are interested in obtaining more information, please contact Karen Buffan at 732-8955.

The Kettle Falls Public Library Book Group meets on the second Monday of the month at 4 p.m. at the library, 605 Meyers St., Kettle Falls. Everyone is invited to join the group's discussions and make suggestion for future reading. Upcoming selections will be posted on the Stevens County Library District web site, www.SCRLD.org. For more information, call 738-6817.

The Book Bank at Rural Resources Community Action, Adult Literacy Program is open and welcomes you! Parents can come in and select from a wide variety of children's books to take home to their kids, and it's all free. Visit the Rural Resources Community Action office Monday through Friday 8 to 5 and ask @ the front desk for the Literacy Program. For information, call 684-8421.

The Adult Literacy Program of Rural Resources Community Action provides one-to-one and small group tutoring in Adult Basic Education, English as a second language and GED Preparation. To volunteer or for more information, call 685-6133, 685-6132 or 1-800-776-2178.

Farm, Field & Forest

WSU Stevens County Extension workshops and events. For more information on any of the following events, contact WSU Stevens County Extension at 509-684-2588, 509-684-9790, fax TDD 1-800-833-6388, or extensionstevens@wsu.edu. Or visit us at 985 S. Elm, in Colville. For a complete calendar of events visit http://stevens.wsu.edu/enewsletter.htm.
* March 5: Regional Tourism Workshop. 9 am to 4:30 pm with registration and resource fair from 8-9 held at the Chewelah Civic Center 301 E. Clay St. Please RSVP with Krisan LeHew at (509) 690-8400 or krisan@wsu.edu lunch will be provided. Learn about the current trends of tour"isms" and how to develop a tourism mindset.
* March 6: The second I Make Difference Leadership Conference for volunteers and educators who work with youth is today at Pinelow Park Conference Center in Loon Lake from 8 am to 3 pm. Current and timely topics for working with youth today include teaching children with dyslexia to read, connecting with community, discovering your personal strengths and more. Information and registration forms available at the Extension office or at http://stevens.wsu.edu/FourH/makeadifference.htm.
* March 6: Judge's Training for sewing, foods, needlework, and crafts. If you want to serve as a still life judge for fairs this is a great day to learn those skills. $20 registration fee. Registration forms available at the Extension office or at http://stevens.wsu.edu/FourH/upcomingevents.htm. * March 13-14: Youth ages 12-15 are invited to participate in the first ever Youth Leadership Summit - Extreme Edition this weekend in Cle Elum, WA. Develop leadership skills including: goal setting, meeting facilitation, communication, planning and leading activities, youth/adult partnerships, cultural awareness, time management and public speaking/improv. $40 registration due by March 10. Registration information available at the Extension office or at http://stevens.wsu.edu/FourH/upcomingevents.htm.
* March 14: The first area 4-H Public Presentation contest is set for today at 1 pm at Evergreen School. 4-H members are encouraged to give a presentation at one of the area contests. Other area contests are scheduled for Chewelah on April 7 and Colville on April 14.
* March 17: 19th Annual Loggers Workshop, Colville Ag Trade Center, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Topics such as New Era Chainsaw Engines, Understanding the New CDL Training Requirements, Funding your CDL Education, Washington DNR Regulations Update, and more! Includes a Forest Insects and Disease: Identification and Management Field Tour but space is limited and will be filled on a first-come first-serve basis. Don't delay by registering now. The $15 registration fee includes lunch. (8 MLP credits)
* March 17: Successful Export Strategies. Are you interested in becoming an exporter? Do you need new ways to find new buyers? The Tri County Economic Development District and the Export Finance Assistance Center invite you to attend a seminar designed for new-to-export companies and experienced exporters. Please register with Staci Hanlin at (509) 684-4571. Registration fee is $15, lunch included.
* March 27: Sowing Seeds for Supper is designed to offer something for every gardener. Sixteen classes will be offered. Each class is fifty-five minutes. Topics range from beginning gardening to preserving the harvest. Each participant will be able to attend four of the classes offered. Registration fee is $15.
* March 30: 4-H New Leader Training will be held today at the Extension office from 6-9 pm. Anyone interested in becoming a 4-H leader is invited to attend to learn more about 4-H. New leaders are required to attend training and experienced leaders are encouraged to attend as a refresher course.

Interested in Gardening? Come join us, the Colville Area Garden Friends, on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We frequently meet at local gardens during the summer months, gather for seed and plant exchanges in the spring and fall, design and plant for Habitat for Humanity houses in the area make holiday wreaths, travel on field trips to Spokane gardens, and host guest speakers. Please call Jocelyn for more information at 684-4008.

The Panorama Gem and Mineral Club meets the third Tuesday of each month January through November at 7 p.m. at the Union Hall on Meyers Street, next to Campus Life in Kettle Falls. Rock hounds and interested parties are welcome.

Life of the Spirit

Colville Women's Connection invites you and your girlfriends to lunch and Hairstyles Galore. "Hair's the Latest Perfect Do for You" - Special Feature by Care Free Hair Design with gifted Jill Woodward. "Let Your Hair Down" and laugh through the "Babyboomer's Guide to the Ideal Life" by Helen Wilson, teacher, golfer, who loves to travel. "Hair's Looking At You" RSVP: 684-8166, 738-6222 or rollabaker@comcast.net. Tuesday, March 16th at Stephani's, Colville, WA from noon-1:30 (order from menu). Sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries. No dues or membership.

Tibetan Lama Lakshey Zangpo will give a talk and answer questions at Colville Library, 195 S. Oak Street, Colville, WA in the Colville Public Library Basement, on March 27 at 9:30 to Noon. The topic is yet to be determined. Questions regarding this event? Email kunpanling@gmail.com, or call Greg Busch at 509 684 7614. Suggested donation $10.00, but no one will be turned away for a lack of funds. For more information about Lama Lakshey and the Joru Foundation he supports visit: laksheylama.comand www.jorufoundation.org.

The Dances of Universal Peace use simple movement, music, and lyrics to touch the spiritual essence within ourselves. The Dances include themes of peace, healing, and the celebration of Life's Mystery. Please join us for an afternoon of dance on Sunday, March 28th from 2 pm- 5pm at the Colville library basement. Potluck following. For more information call 684-1590.

Tri-County Women's Aglow is meeting the third Monday of every month, 6 -- 8 pm, at the Stevens County Sheriff Ambulance Training Room, located at 425 Hwy. 395 in Colville next to Ronnie D's. Light dinner, fellowship, guest speaker and personal ministry. Call Pre. Gen Duncan at 684-5575 for information or Kim Veenhuizen Public Relations at 6884-3467.

St. Paul Lutheran Church offers grace, love, and service. Located at 295 E. Dominion Ave., Colville, 684-2432, Pastor-Eric Ohrtman. Sunday worship at 10:00 a.m., Bible Study for all ages, Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Midweek Service - Text Study, Monday Noon; Men's Breakfast and Bible Study, Wed. 6:00 a.m.; Lutheran World Relief Quilting, Wed. 9:00 a.m.; Women's Bible Study, 2nd Thursday, 9:30 a.m. and 3rd Thursday, 1:00 p.m.; Ladies' Lunch 2nd Thurs., 11:30 a.m. www.colvillelutheran.com.

For the less incredulous, Skeptics, Agnostics and Atheists, The Inland Northwest Freethought Society meets monthly in the Spokane area. For meeting times and places, please see our site at: http://www.infreethought.org/ or, contact J.E. Hill at jehill51@yahoo.com.

Highland Unitarian Universalist Fellowship meets the first Sunday of each month at 10:30 a.m. at Old Highland Schoolhouse. We are a caring, open-minded religious community that encourages you to seek your own spiritual path while living your beliefs through service to the community. Call 509-684-8825 or email starsong16@plixtel.com for directions and more info.

Buddhist Meditation Group meets on the third Sunday of every month five miles west of Colville. Meditation begins at 10 a.m., followed by a Dharma talk and potluck. Call Greg at 684-7614 for more information.

Miscellany

NE WA Bus Route! Thanks to Travel Washington and the WSDOT, there is a new intercity bus service coming to NE Washington this year! Travel Washington is a statewide intercity bus system whose main goal is to provide bus service from rural communities to urban area, where patrons will be able to make connections with Greyhound, Amtrak and other modes of transportation. There are three existing Travel Washington bus routes, the Apple Line, the Grape Line, and the Dungeness Line. Ours here in NE WA will be the fourth route. It will run between Kettle Falls and the Spokane Airport with stops in Colville, Chewelah, Deer Park and downtown Spokane. Other stops will be on an "on request" basis. The WSDOT will be distributing brochures from which locals will be able to vote on what the line should be called: The Timber Line or the Gold Line. Be on the lookout for these brochures and be sure to vote!

CHS Project Graduation is having a rummage sale on April 17th from 9:00am to 3:00pm at the Colville High School Cafeteria. All proceeds go towards Colville's Project Graduation for 2010. If you have items to donate please contact Denise at 684-8904 - otherwise see you there!

Weekly Wine Tastings Every Friday at Meyers Falls Market. Drop in anytime between 4-6:30 pm to taste 3 wines for just $2. This is the perfect opportunity to sample from our selection of over 120 distinct wines. Your ticket is also a coupon good for $2 off any bottle of that evening's featured wines. Visit our website, www.MeyersFallsMarket.com, for info on upcoming events & classes.

Slow Food Upper Columbia is a non-profit, member-supported educational group that envisions a future food system based on the principles of high quality and taste, environmental sustainability, and social justice: GOOD, CLEAN and FAIR. We support the following programs through events, campaigns and fund raising efforts that serve to galvanize our chapter/convivium and enable our contribution to: Preserving traditional and endangered foods of our region and nation. Experiencing the cultural and regional significance of our foods by educating ourselves about where our food comes from. Fostering regional food production that is GOOD, CLEAN and FAIR. Celebrating life, joy and friendship through the pleasures of eating with others at the table. We hope you will feel encouraged to join us for one or all of our planned activities. Call 738-2011 for more information or check out the events page for meetings and activities. http://slowfooduppercolumbia.wordpress.com.

The Kettle Falls Radio Group (KFRG) meets every Friday at 10 am at The Evergreen Cafe in Meyers Falls Market. Check out our website kettlefallsradio.wikispaces.com. The Radio Group is currently working on constructing an internet radio website.

To All Friends of Radio: Scott Schlafman of mychewelah.org is in the process of establishing a high-power non-commercial class C-3 radio station within 25 miles of Chewelah. He is taking pledges in the effort to apply for the FCC license. If no other organization applies for the frequency, his chances of winning the bid are very favorable. To apply, he has raised most of the funds from the Chewelah community, but they are tapped out for the money needed in hiring an engineer and lawyer. He is soliciting Northern Stevens County in the hopes of establishing a NE Washington Community Radio Group. With 50,000 watts of power available, our community will have alternative radio. The Kettle Falls Radio Group sees this as an opportunity to have a landscape radio broadcast suitable to the needs of our community. If you would like to help Scott, contact him at scott@mychewelah.org with a pledge and encouragement.

Local food banks need your help! There are a number of ways to contribute, from donations of nonperishable food items and cash, to organizing food drives in your church or organization or at work, to volunteering your time at the food bank, to including the food bank in your will. Each and every donation to your local food bank makes a difference for area residents.

The Kettle River History Club meets the fourth Sunday of every month at two o'clock at the Curlew Medical Clinic conference room.

Lake Roosevelt People First Chapter of Washington meets once a month on the third Tuesday at 4:30 at 887 Walnut, Colville. We are people First and our disabilities are second.

Colville Pet Refuge could use your help. Please visit us at www.colvillepetrefuge.com if you have any pet products to donate, or please call: 509-684-1475 and ask for Nancy or Heather. We also need volunteers, and sure would love to find homes for our dogs. All dogs are spayed or neutered. Individuals who would like to adopt a dog should contact Mary at (509) 732-4126, or Kathy Schultz at (509) 684-6854 or Diana at (509) 684-1475 or email refuge@colvillepetrefuge.org. Cash donations are always appreciated too! Contact the shelter at: Colville Pet Refuge, 1250 N. Hwy 395, PMB 266, Colville, WA 99114. Colville Pet Refuge is a 501 C 3 non-profit organization.

Panorama Rodeo Association meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Eagle's in Colville. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Stevens County Democrats monthly meeting is Monday, March 15, at KC's restaurant in Kettle Falls. Dinner and social hour begin at 6:00 p.m. Business meeting starts at 7:00 p.m. All county democrats are welcome to attend. For more info call 738-6530.

Ferry County Democrats meet monthly on the 3rd Wednesday at 6 PM. Visit our website, www.ferrycountydemocrats.org, email us at info@ferrycountydemocrats.org, or call 509-779-4756 for updated information.

Peace Vigil every Friday from noon to 1 in front of the military recruiters' offices on Main Street in Colville. All are welcome. Stand against war as a means to resolve international conflicts.

NARFE Meeting; The National Active/Retired Federal Employees meet from 12 to 1p.m. on the 1st Tuesday of each month September through June at the Eagles Lodge in Colville. All Federal Employees are invited to attend to keep updated on legislation pertaining to Federal jobs, retirement and benefits.

Child Advocates Needed - Unique Volunteer Opportunity- Join Stevens County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) investigating child abuse and speaking up for a child's best interest in court. All training is provided. CASA is looking for common sense experts to advocate for children in Stevens County. This is your opportunity to impact the future of abused and neglected children in your community. Applications available by calling 509-685-0673, classes start soon.

Arden Community Club meets at the Arden Hall on the first Tuesday of every month. Everyone is welcome. Come and join us at 6:30 p.m. for potluck and 7:00 p.m. for our meeting. Get involved with your community. Other events held at the Arden Community Hall: Card parties are held every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6:30-9:00 p.m. New players are welcome to join us for pinnacle. Arden Home Ec Club meets the 1st Thursday of the month from 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., potluck at noon. New members are encouraged to join. The Arden Community Hall is available for rentals. Contact 684-3001 or 675-0432 for bookings.

The board for the United Way of Stevens County meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 5:30pm at the Flowery Trail Coffeehouse, 4 W. Webster, Chewelah. All are welcome.

If you would like to come and see what we are all about, Springdale Frontier Days Association meetings are always the first Tuesday of the month @ 7:00 pm at Mary Walker School in the library. (Our summer meetings will be held at the Rodeo grounds). If you need further information please contact Heather @ 509-258-8975 or check out our website www.frontierdaysrodeos.com

"Antique Tractor Folks" Do you like old iron? Old tractors? Machinery? Then, you are invited to meet with other "old iron" enthusiasts on the first Monday and the third Monday of each month, beginning at 5 p.m. at KC's Restaurant on Hwy 395 in Kettle Falls. There are no dues and families are welcome and encouraged to attend. If you like to gab about tractors, come on down! Also we put on a yearly show at Happy Dell Park, the first Saturday of May.

Habitat for Humanity -- Colville Valley Partners meets the fourth Thursday of each month at Pinewood Terrace Nursing Home at 6:30 p.m.. Meetings are open to all and volunteers are always welcome. Contact Lisa Meddock at 684-2385 or lisa@habitatcolville.org.for further info.

Tri-County Veterans Stand Down meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at the VFW Hall, Post 6963, on the corner of Aladdin Rd. & Hwy 20 in Colville. For info, call Tonya Stinson at 684-6311 or email at tonitunes@gmail.com.

Veterans: VFW Post 6963 in Colville at Aladdin and Hwy. 20 meets the second Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. American Legion Post 47 between 6th and 7th Streets in Colville meets the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. American Legion Post 146 on Hwy. 395 N. just west of Kettle Falls meets the fourth Friday of every month at 7:30 p.m.

Stevens's County Scale Model Club meets once monthly on the third Friday at 6 p.m. at the Colville Nazarene Church. All age groups and experience levels welcome. Contact Joe Conowitch at 509-684-4615 or Joe McCaslin at 509-684-8492 for more details.

The Panoramaland Amateur Radio Club meets the third Friday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at Hearth and Home in Colville. All are welcome. For more information please contact Mike at 684-6634 or Randy at 684-6631.

Amateur Radio Operators meet for breakfast the first Saturday of every month at Geronimo's in Springdale at 9:00 a.m. All are welcome. For more information please contact Karl at 258-8922.

Veterans for Peace meets monthly the first Wed. of each month at 6 p.m. at the home of the November Coalition, 282 W Astor,Colville, Wa. Everyone is welcome. For info call 684-8125.

The Forget-Me-Not Animal Shelter in Republic is looking for anyone interested in joining or volunteering or simply in learning more about this worthwhile project. Please visit our website at www.forgetmenotshelter.org or call the shelter at (509) 775-2308.

The Stevens County Republican Women meet the first Monday of each month (except June, July and August) at 11:30 a.m. with a featured speaker each meeting. For info, call 684-4674.

Ferry County Republican Party meets the 4th Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m. at the Prospectors Inn. Please come and support your county.

The Colville Chamber of Commerce meets Tuesdays at noon for lunch at the Park Place Restaurant. All meetings are open to the public and the public is encouraged to attend. Please join us any Tuesday! For more information on this week's location, call Tricia Woods at the Chamber office, 684-5973.

The Economic Development Committee of The Colville Chamber of Commerce meets the 2nd Monday of each month at noon at Courthouse Cafe. For more information on location, call the Chamber office, 684-5973.

The Kettle Falls Chamber meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at noon at Donny's. For more information, call 738-2300 or visit www.kettlefalls.org.

The VA Mobile Clinic visits the Kettle Falls American Legion Post on the second Tuesday of every month at 10-4 and at the Republic Hospital the second Wednesday at 9 a.m. For appointments, call the VA Hospital in Spokane at 1-800-325-7940. Must have discharge papers for new enrollment.

Are you interested in improving your life in just one hour? Join our team of volunteers and discover for yourself how big a difference one hour a week or month can make in the lives of the residents at the Parkview Retirement and Assisted Living Center at 240 S. Silke Rd. in Colville. Call 684-5677 to find out how you can help.

The Jane Cody Club meets every 4th Wednesday at noon in Republic at the Tamarack Pizza. The Club is committed to promoting Democratic Party values and principals. Call 775-0162 for info.

The Cruizers Car Club holds their monthly meeting the first Thursday of every month at Donny's Diner in Kettle Falls starting at 7:00 p.m. Everyone with an interest in cars is invited to attend. No age limit or need to own a vehicle, just come and enjoy.

NRA-certified firearms and personal safety courses are offered by American Legion, VFW and Marine Corps League. For info on times and places and on other courses taught by appointment, call Bob Garrow at 722-4110.

Music & Dance

Attention Music Lovers! Open Mic at Meyers Falls Market is back on the 1st & 3rd Fridays of every month at 8 pm! See you at the Market!

Greenwood Institute D'Art Chewelah, WA. Cardio Dance Class, Mon, Wed, Fri, from 6-am. Hip Hop/Break Dance, Wed at 5pm & 6pm. Youth Dance Mix, Thurs, from 3-4pm. Adult Eclectic Mix, Thurs from 4:30-5:30.

Don't miss Open Mic-- with host, singer/song-writer Dan Chott. The fun begins at 7 PM the 1st Friday of each month at the Pend Oreille Playhouse, 240 N. Union Ave, Newport, WA. Admission is $2.00, and attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items, to be distributed to area food banks. Refreshments will be provided by the Pend Oreille Players. Pend Oreille Players Association invites the community to "watch the stars come out" at Open Mic. Singers, songwriters, poets and story-tellers of all ages are welcome to share their special and unique talents on the Playhouse Stage. For more information, please contact the Pend Oreille Playhouse - 509-671-3389.

Are you interested in singing in a chorus specializing in 4-part harmony for women's voices? Then Mountain Melodies Chorus (of Sweet Adelines International) might be for you. The chorus rehearses each Thursday evening from 5:30-8:30 in the basement of the First Congregational Church at 2nd and Maple. For more info, call 509-684-5129.

Stazya's Vocal Studio offers voice lessons and coaching for all ages and all styles. Stazya is a conservatory-trained singer with over two decades of experience in performing and recording varied styles of music including classical, sacred worship, global/multi-cultural, rock, pop, and jazz. Studios in Colville and Chewelah. Call for more information: 680-6608.

Wellness

QiGong For Radiant Health, and a Peaceful Mind! QiGong, (chee-gong) the origin of Tai Chi, is similar, but easier to learn. Get a gentle, easy workout that's both relaxing and energizing! Classes begin March 9th at the Greenwood Institute D'Arts in Chewelah, Tuesday evenings at 5:30. Come try it to revitalize on many levels! The 7 week series is only $50, walk-ins, $8. Call Jhanna at 935-8809 for details.

Pilate's, Bass, Dance, Fitness and Personal Training Classes held daily at the Greenwood Institute D'Art Chewelah, WA. What separates our wellness center from other health clubs is our unique caring and inviting space with art, plants and personal comfort one explores and feels when they are truly cared about as an unique individuals we all are. Call Gina for info. 509-675-1924.

Need HelpŠ.Want to Help ???? With a group of well-trained SHIBA (Statewide Health Information Benefits Advisors) volunteers in Stevens, Ferry, Pend Oreille and Lincoln counties, anyone with questions about health care coverage options can get help. SHIBA volunteers answer questions about Medicare A and B and D, Advantage Plans, Medigap Plans, Washington Basic Health, health insurance fraud, dual enrollment with Medicare and Medicaid, low income subsidies plus more. This service is free and the information unbiased. Are you interested in becoming a SHIBA volunteer? We offer free training. For help with questions or for information on becoming a trained SHIBA volunteer, call 509 684 8421 and ask to speak to a SHIBA representative.

TOPS meetings - Are you looking for a way to Take Off Pounds Sensibly? Join the weekly Colville Monday morning TOPS group and find the help, knowledge and friendship to make your weight loss do-able. TOPS is celebrating 41 continuous years in Colville and has helped countless people meet their goal weight. For more information call 684-6583, 935-0366 or 738-6601.

Red Cross Certified CPR/ First Aid / AED training provided by On-Track-Training on a Monthly Basis to meet your employment or licensing requirements. Fast Fun and effective training! Offering comprehensive courses, challenge courses and/or CPR only updates. Classes are available in Colville, Chewelah and the Springdale areas. On site and group trainings available to meet your business needs. The web site address is www.on-track-training.com. Call 509-680-4912 for information.

Cancer Education and Support Group - A unique group intended for cancer patients, families, friends, and support staff is held the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 4 to 5 pm, in the upper level of the Health Education Center (1169 E. Columbia) across from the ER entrance at Mount Carmel Hospital. The group will connect with the experts at Providence Cancer Center in Spokane via telehealth video conferencing. No registration necessary. For more information contact Mo at 685-6035, the Cancer Center at 1-800-228-6618, or our website at www.mtcarmelhospital.org.

Clearer Vision Outreach Center is an outreach for the blind and the visually impaired to gather for a free lunch and for fellowship with one another. The outreach meets the second Saturday of each month at St. Paul Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall, 295 E. Dominion Ave., Colville, WA at 12 (Noon) until 2:00 P.M. We often have guest speakers or entertainment during that time. Any questions, call Debby Phillips at 509-684-1266.

Hospice Seeks Volunteers: Northeast Washington Health Programs, based in Chewelah, helps to provide a professional hospice program for the terminally ill in the Tri-Counties, and are now looking for volunteers to help with the program. For information, contact Kris Jewett at 935-6001.

Take that first step to better health by joining the Kettle Falls TOPS (take off pounds sensibly) group. The group meets every Wednesday beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Kettle Falls Elementary School portable #5 on East Eighth Street. Healthy weight loss ideas and confidential weigh in by trained professionals. Drop in or call 738-6537 for information.

Family Constellations are now held in Kettle Falls available 7-10 p.m. on the second and fourth Wed of the month when indicated on the website calendar: www.allmyrelationsconstellations.com. Francesca Mason Boring facilitates constellations for individuals not currently in therapy. For more information: (509) 684-2034 or check the website.

MS support monthly meetings are on the second Wed. of each month in the lower level of the Health Education House, 1169 E Columbia, Colville @ 1:00 pm. Living with Multiple Sclerosis is an ever-changing endeavor, with the disease's unknowns and unpredictabilties. Do not live with MS in isolation! Meet with others who understand the challenges of this ailment. Call Kathy Rotmark 684-3252 for information.

Children of Addicted Families Need Volunteers: Caring adults needed who want to provide recovery education and support to youth and children who have a parent actively using alcohol/drugs or have a parent who has begun the recovery process. Knowledge of addiction and 12 Steps helpful. Free training, unlimited rewards. Contact Dorothea Pritchett at 509-675-5571.

Teenagers: Is alcohol abuse by a relative or friend causing trouble for you? You'll find HELP AND HOPE at Alateen. Meetings are at 6:00 p.m. every Thursday, Please contact Sherry at (509) 690-8182 for meeting location and information.

CPR courses are offered free of charge by Mount Carmel Hospital as a community service. If you would like to sign-up for one of the courses, please contact Paul Anderson at 685-5040. If you have any other CPR questions please call him for information. Classes are held at the Mount Carmel Hospital Health Education Center, 1169 E. Columbia, Colville, WA.

HIV/AIDS Certification Class for Non-licensed Personnel will be offered at Mount Carmel Hospital Health Education Center, 1169 E. Columbia, in partnership with NE Tri-County Health Dept. Free of charge, participants will receive a certificate upon completion that satisfies requirements for day care operators, foster home caregivers, and many other occupations requiring this certification. Please call the Health Education Center at 685-6035with questions.

Rape Crisis Center Stevens County - confidential 24 hours a day - 509 684-6139 (call collect).

CONNECTIONS, a department of Ferry County, offers services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, the homeless and victims of crime throughout Ferry County. An emergency shelter facility and homelessness prevention services are also available. Services are free and confidential. Connections is located at 870 S. Clark Avenue in Republic. Office hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Outreach Offices located in Inchelium and Keller, please call to schedule an appointment, as hours vary. Connections office number is 775-3331 or toll free 877-876-9186. For after hours crisis, call 800-269-2380 and ask to speak to the on call advocate.

ALZHEIMER'S Association Caregivers Support Group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month from 10:00am to 11:30am at Klondike Hills Assisted Living, 4 Klondike Hills Lane, Republic, phone 509-775-8234. Caregivers of those with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia related disorders are invited to attend. For information call Gail Downs, 509-775-3218. FREE and open to the public. Newcomers welcome.

Senior Information and Assistance, Republic 775-0912, offers help to all over 60 year olds with contacting to services, support groups, information on medical supplies and in home care in our area. Open 8-4 Mon to Fri, 147 N. Clark St. Republic, stop in for coffee.

If you or someone you love is a victim of Domestic Violence, help is available. Call 684-6139.

Narcotics Anonymous meets in Colville Mondays, 7pm, 1169 E Columbia, and Thursday at noon and 7pm at 930 S Elm in Colville. Check out our new web site at www.nacolville.org.

Evening Al-Anon Meeting: Every Thursday from 6-7 at 270 S Main, enter through the back door. Is there a problem of alcoholism in a relative or friend of yours? Please call Vicki at 684-5862 for information and directions to this Al-Anon Meeting.

Friday Night Rebels has an AA meeting weekly on Fri. from 7-8 p.m. at 126 S. Main in Colville (use the alley entrance). The contact number is 684-2745 (evening).

Al-Anon meets every Wednesday at noon at the Catholic Church basement, 320 N. Maple in Colville. Call Angie at 684-5773 or Maxine at 685-0862 for more information. Al-Anon also meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Northport Presbyterian Church in Northport. Call Lisa at 732-4059 for more information.

A Women's AA meeting is held every Friday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Please call Colleen at 684-0594 for information and the location.

Are you concerned about someone's drinking? Chewelah Al-Anon meeting every Tuesday at noon in the Free Methodist Church Annex, 103 N. 2nd St. East (across from Skok Law Office). Call Kay at 937-2320 for more information.

Youth/Parenting

Parenting Forum, at Mt.Carmel Health Education Building, Colville. Parenting Forum on the third Wednesday of each month from 6 to 7:30 pm. Gene Hennige Licensed Mental Health Counselor will be providing an opportunity to discuss parenting issues along with child development and attachment issues. Gene has over 25 years experience with young people, works at New Perspectives Counseling and finds a lot of humor in his work with kids. Please call 685-7834 ext. 1 if you have any questions.

Today's Girl Scouts is more than just cookies and camp! The Girl Scout program also includes adventurous, fun activities like rock climbing, canoeing, backpacking and exploring careers in math, science and technology that appeal to today's girls. Girl Scouts offers activities for girls ranging from ages 4-17 and adults from ages 18-100. For information, call Deanna at 1-800-827-9478 ext. 218

Pre-School Creative Play at Greenwood Institute D'Art, Tuesdays-Thursdays, from 12:30-3:30. Your children will explore every aspect of creative wellness - dance, music, art, gymnastics and even eco-science classes. Hands on exciting and stimulating environment. All kids that come here love it! Parents are welcome or take sometime for yourself and leave them with our loving staff. Call Gina for info. at 509-675-1924.

BSA Troop 965 meets every Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. at the Meyers Street Union Hall (blue building) in Kettle Falls. Boy Scouts is for boys aged 11 - 17. All boys are invited to join. Boy Scouts perform many hours of community service. For more information about Scouting For Food, or Boy Scout Troop 965, please call Phil Anderson, Scoutmaster at 509-738-6894. See our web site for more information: www.troop965.com

Young men aged 6-12 are invited to join Pack 965 of the Kettle Falls Cub Scouts. For info, call Jamie at 684-5745.

Boy Scout Troop 904 meets every Thursday in Colville. Visit on-line at http://troop904.com/. Please call Scout Master Chuck McComb for time and location and more information at (509) 684-2460.

Upcoming Events

* May 1 & 2: "Understanding Permaculture and Wild Harvests w/ Michael "Skeeter" Pilarski of Friends of the Trees Society and Sunny Pine Farm. Skeeter has done MANY clinics along the west coast and Hawaii and has a wealth of knowledge about perennial agriculture, native medicinal plants, and sustainability. These field sessions are all day: $35 per day.
* June: "The Art of Tea" w/ Bonnie Mitchell of Seattle Urasenke. Learn the cultural beauty of Japanese tea ceremony. Class size is limited to 6 people: $35 per person.
Email wildinrice@gmail.com for detailed course descriptions.

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