Arts/Entertainment

Where in Central Montana is Chamber Charlie?

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In January he was at Eddies Corner. In February people tracked him down at Hobson Insurance. In March he appeared at Moore’s Farmer’s Oil. April? Judith Mountain Lodge.

Decade of the 90s marks a period of growth for LAC

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In case you’ve missed it, Lyndia Sue Smitman, the Art Center’s archival volunteer, is co-authoring a series of monthly articles on the history of the LAC in honor of our 50th Anniversary this year. She is up to the 1990s.

Montana Water Color Society show in final weeks

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If you haven’t seen it already, the Annual Montana Watercolor Society Exhibition is not to be missed. This show features all original works in watercolor, from Lewistown and Montanabased artists, each under 6” on their longest side.

Community Calendar

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Wednesday, May 26

Celebrating with Song

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Last week Fergus High recognized outstanding students during the annual Blue and Gold Awards Ceremony. Principal Tim Majerus served as Master of Ceremonies, aided by Kiwanis members Roger Wollermann, Connie Damby, Cherie Neudick, Sharon Wickens and Phil Kotterba, who handed out the awards.

Judith Gap American Legion Post # 70 Memorial Day services schedule

The Judith Gap American Legion Post # 70 will be holding Memorial Day services at the Buffalo/Straw Cemetery at 9:15 a.m.; the UBet Cemetery at 9:45 a.m., weather permitting; and the Judith Gap Cemetery at 11:15 a.m. The Auxiliary will hold their annual Memorial Day dinner starting at 11:30 a.m. at the Judith Gap Methodist Church.

How do you know you’re ready for retirement? It’s not just finances

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An intriguing find emerged from a RAND Corp. survey on Americans and their working conditions. It turned out that 40% of employees 65 and older had previously retired, but something lured them back to the working world.

Gaggle of geese

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A pair of Canada geese and their goslings enjoy an evening on the creek at Big Springs Trout Hatchery Thursday. In Montana, geese lay eggs from early March to late April and hatching occurs between mid April to late May, according to the Montana Field Guide. Photo by Katherine Sears

Districting and Apportionment Commission meets May 25 in Helena

The Montana Districting and Apportionment Commission will meet on Tuesday, May 25 at 1 p.m. to discuss the process and timeline used complete the task of drawing congressional and state legislative districts. This meeting will be the commission's first after Commissioner Maylinn Smith was appointed as the presiding officer and after receiving news that Montana regained a second congressional seat after the 2020 Census.

Submit your work for Community Exhibitions

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Hey, you. Yes, you. The talented one. We want to show your (or your cousin’s, child’s, or friend’s) original artwork at the Lewistown Art Center in June. This Friday, May 21, is our deadline to submit these exhibitions. Entry is free and we are excited to show as many artists as possible. We encourage all artists, regardless of experience, ability, age, or specialty, to submit to our Community Exhibitions.