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Friday, July 3
All American Sawtelle Stampede check-in and registration, 4:30 to 7 p. m. at Island Park Lodge.

Saturday, July 4
  •  All American Sawtelle Stampede half marathon, 10 k, 5k and 1 k (kids) run or walk. Register on line here or e-mail islandparklodge@aol.com
  • IP Bills Island Parade.
  • Hungry Bear Market July 4th Car Show & Fireworks.
  • Lakeside Lodge Fireworks, BBQ, & Boat Regatta
  • IP Bills Island Parade.
   • 27th annual Henry’s Lake Foundation Day Picnic & Fundraiser. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Henry’s Lake State Park. BBQ beef brisket lunch served noon to 1 p.m., for $10 adults, $5 children under 12. Admission to park is free if entering for picnic. More than 200 silent auction items, fly tying demos.  Money raised funds projects to protect and enhance the Henry’s Lake fishery. Everyone is welcome!

Wednesday July 8
   Faculty Concert, 7:30 p.m. at Harriman State Park,  presented by the Mountains & Strings faculty and staff. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy music at its finest. This year world-class violinist, Eric Grossman, will give a solo performance as well as join other faculty and staff members for some beautiful chamber music. Held on the lawn behind the Jones House, in the park’s historic Railroad Ranch District. Park in the Ranchview Parking Area and walk down the path. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on, and mosquito spray. Although the concerts are free, donations are accepted and appreciated. The park’s entry fee, to those who do not have an annual pass, is $4 per vehicle.

Thursday, July 9 & Friday, July 10
    Island Park MammySlammy & Well Being Festival.

Fri. - Sun., July 10 -12
   Island Park Library Friends Arts & Crafts Fair. Buffalo Run Campground.

Friday July 10
   Folk Fiddle Fun Concert, 7:30 p.m. at Harriman State Park, presented by the Mountains & Strings faculty and staff. Violin, viola, cello, and bass players take turns dazzling the audience with fast-paced fiddle tunes and other folk melodies. This is also where you'll hear the famous Mountains & Strings Cello Choir led by Brian Ashton. Held on the lawn behind the Jones House, in the park’s historic Railroad Ranch District. Park in the Ranchview Parking Area and walk down the path. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on, and mosquito spray. Although the concerts are free, donations are accepted and appreciated. The park’s entry fee, to those who do not have an annual pass, is $4 per vehicle.

Saturday July 11
   Chamber Orchestra Concert, 7:30 p. m. at Harriman State Park. This concert marks the end of the first session of the Mountains & Strings Chamber Music Retreat. All participants come together to form a chamber orchestra to share their improved skills and talents with the audience. Held on the lawn behind the Jones House, in the park’s historic Railroad Ranch District. Park in the Ranchview Parking Area and walk down the path. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on, and mosquito spray. Although the concerts are free, donations are accepted and appreciated. The park’s entry fee, to those who do not have an annual pass, is $4 per vehicle.

Tuesday, July 14
   • Henry’s Fork Foundation Stewardship Series community meeting on water quality in Island Park, 7-8:30 p.m. at Lakeside Lodge. Please attend, everyone!
   • Ashton G.E.M.S. mini-class, Interesting Gardening Tidbits, 5 - 8 p.m. at Penny and Rod's house, 68 S. 8th Street. Appetizers will be served and plants starts will be available for a small donation to the G.E.M.S. beautification fund. For more information please call Cicely at 360.8954 or Penny 307.413.3941.

Wednesday, July 15
   • Targhee Women’s Club meets at 11:30 a.m. at the Lodgepole Grill at Phillips Lodge. Everyone is welcome. Program features Bobbi Killmer of Island Park Emergency Services. Call Jerrie Bosier the Sunday before the luncheon to reserve your seat — 558-7662. Lunch is $10, includes tip.

   • Faculty Concert, 7:30 p.m. at Harriman State Park. This concert will feature guest artist Jenny Oaks Baker, another world class performer, who will present an evening of beautiful music. The combination of the breathtaking scenery and stunning artistry of Ms. Baker is guaranteed to enrich, uplift, and inspire. Held on the lawn behind the Jones House, in the park’s historic Railroad Ranch District. Park in the Ranchview Parking Area and walk down the path. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on, and mosquito spray. Although the concerts are free, donations are accepted and appreciated. The park’s entry fee, to those who do not have an annual pass, is $4 per vehicle.

Friday July 17
   Folk Fiddle Fun Concert, 7:30 p.m. at Harriman State Park. A very popular concert for both audience and performer, the Folk-Fiddle-Fun concert is packed with music to please everyone. The violins, violas, cellos and basses take turns dazzling the audience with fast-paced fiddle tunes and other folk melodies. This is also where you'll hear the famous Mountains & Strings Cello Choir led by Brian Ashton.Held on the lawn behind the Jones House, in the park’s historic Railroad Ranch District. Park in the Ranchview Parking Area and walk down the path. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on, and mosquito spray. Although the concerts are free, donations are accepted and appreciated. The park’s entry fee, to those who do not have an annual pass, is $4 per vehicle.

Saturday July 18
   Chamber Orchestra Concert, 7:30 p. m. at Harriman State Park.  This concert marks the end of the Mountains & Strings Chamber Music Retreat. All the participants come together to form a chamber orchestra to share their improved skills and talents with the audience. Concerts are held on the lawn behind the Jones House, in the park’s historic Railroad Ranch District. Park in the Ranchview Parking Area and walk down the path. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on, and mosquito spray. Although the concerts are free, donations are accepted and appreciated. The park’s entry fee, to those who do not have an annual pass, is $4 per vehicle.

Fri. - Sun. July 24 - 26
   Antique & Craft Show at Buffalo Run Campground, RV Park, & Cabins in Last Chance. Huge selection of great deals! Vendors, if you would like a booth, contact Earl Sitton at 405-714-7640 for more information.

Friday, July 24
   4th annual Red Hat Mountain Mommas Canoe Trip down the Big Springs National Water Trail. Meet at Henry’s Fork Landing at 10:30 a.m.; group will then travel to the launch site by 11 a.m. Shuttles will be arranged. Wear your Red Hat Society purple and red colors. Lunch follows at the Landing for canoers and anyone deployed to help shuttle. Please contact Geneva Irwin if you have space in your canoe, raft, or other non motorized watercraft. She is hosting this fun event. Her number is 558.7890.

Saturday, July 25
   Island Park Community Fundraiser, Sawtelle Mountain Resort Park.

Wednesday, July 29
   Island Park Quilt Guild will meet at Diane Sielinsky's home at 1 p.m. All interested people are welcome. Please call Diane at 558-7609 OR Marty at 558-9007 or 558- 7751 for more information.

Thursday, July 30
   Smart Growth Coalition Community Forum on “smart” land use planning. Join SGC members in a discussion about preserving Fremont County’s resources and lifestyle! 6:30 p. m.  at SGC’s office and gallery, 512 Main Street, Ashton. For more info, e-mail info@smartgrowth coalition.org, visit www.smartgrowthcoalition.org or call 652-3386.

Friday, Saturday, & Sunday, July 31 - August 2
   Crystal Brothers Rodeo: The Island Park Wild Horse Stampede at Henry's Lake.  754- 0452  for more information. Let phone ring many times.

Fri. and Sat. July 31 - Aug. 1.
  Moulton Jess performs at Pond’s Lodge, 8 p.m, one of the most in-demand country acts in the Northwest.

Wednesday, August 5
   Targhee Women’s Club meets at 11:30 a.m. at the Lodgepole Grill at Phillips Lodge. Everyone is welcome. Program features Damon Keen, Idaho Department of Fish and Game’s Henry's Lake Hatchery manager. Call Jerrie Bosier the Sunday before the luncheon to reserve your seat — 558-7662. Lunch is $10, includes tip.

 Saturday, August 15

  • "Reclaim the River Clean-up Day,” hosted by the Henry’s Fork Foundation, 10 a. m. to 5 p.m. The team that collects the most litter will be honored as the 2009 River Advocates of the Year. After event party will be held at the Trouthunter Lodge. For more information and to receive updates, go to the event’s blog, reclaimtheriver.blogspot.com or e-mail annie@henrysfork.org

   • Dikki Du & the Zydeco Krewe perform at Pond’s Lodge. Fresh and funky renditions of classic zydeco.

Wednesday, August 19

   Targhee Women’s Club Auction, 11:30 a.m. at the Lodgepole Grill at Phillips Lodge. Everyone is welcome to this FUN auction! Please bring items in good condition to auction; homemade food, baked goods, candy, etc. also welcome. Be sure to spend and bring a friend! Event raises money for local charities. Call Jerrie Bosier the Sunday before the luncheon to reserve your seat — 558-7662. Lunch is $10, includes tip.

 Thursday, August 20
   Island Park Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament, 11 a.m. at Island Park Village Resort. Sign up your team with Arden Sellars at Island Park Lodge, 558.7281. www.islandparkchamber.org

Wednesday, August 26
   • Island Park Quilt Guild will meet at Diane Sielinsky's home at 1 p.m. All interested people are welcome. Please call Diane at 558-7609 OR Marty at 558-9007 or 558- 7751 for more information.

  •  Island Park Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting & Elections, noon at The Trouthunter. Hear the chamber’s annual report. Vote for new board members and the Chamber Member of the Year. Entertainment, door prizes, and FUN. No-host dinner. RSVP to The Trouthunter, 558.9900. www.islandparkchamber.org

Wednesday, September 2
   Targhee Women’s Club meets at 11:30 a.m. at the Lodgepole Grill at Phillips Lodge. Everyone is welcome. Program features Bill Provence, on “A Day in the Life of a Confederate Soldier.” Call Jerrie Bosier the Sunday before the luncheon to reserve your seat — 558-7662. Lunch is $10, includes tip.

Fri. - Mon. September 4 - 7
   Antique & Craft Show at Buffalo Run Campground, RV Park, & Cabins in Last Chance. Huge selection of great deals! Vendors, if you would like a booth, contact Earl Sitton at 405-714-7640 for more information.

 Sunday, September 13
   Island Park Lodge’s annual Wine Tasting Party, a benefit for the Island Park Area Chamber of Commerce, 3 p.m. at the lodge.

Wednesday, September 16
   Targhee Women’s Club Birthday Party at 11:30 a.m. at the Lodgepole Grill at Phillips Lodge. Everyone is welcome to celebrate another year of TWC at this last regular lunch of the season. Call Jerrie Bosier the Sunday before the luncheon to reserve your seat — 558-7662. Lunch is $10, includes tip.

Wed., September 23
   Island Park Quilt Guild will meet at Diane Sielinsky's home at 1 p.m. All interested people are welcome. Please call Diane at 558-7609 OR Marty at 558-9007 or 558- 7751 for more information.

Wednesday, October 28
   Island Park Quilt Guild will meet at Diane Sielinsky's home at 1:00 p.m. All interested people are welcome. Please call Diane at 558-7609 OR Marty at 558-9007 or 558- 7751 for more information.

Wed. November 18
   Island Park Quilt Guild will meet at Diane Sielinsky's home at 1:00 p.m. All interested people are welcome. Please call Diane at 558-7609 OR Marty at 558-9007 or 558- 7751 for more information.

Wednesday, December 9
   Island Park Area Chamber of Commerce Christmas Party, 6 p. m., Phillips Lodge. Entertainment, door prizes, FUN. No-host dinner. Call Phillips to reserve, 558-9379. www.islandparkchamber.org

This is part of the June 25, 2009 online edition of The Island Park News.

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