OUT HAVING FUN IN RED LODGE!

1-31: “Naturally Nude” with Tracy Shaw and Gene Rodman. Enjoy the work of two local photographers. This show is an exhibition of nude figures encompassing a variety of both environmental and studio works. The photographers attempt to balance the fine line of art, sensuality and the beauty of the human figure in this exhibit. The exhibit is free and open to all during normal Arts Guild hours. Since this exhibit contains nudity, use your discretion about viewing the show. For more information, call the Arts Guild in Red Lodge at (406) 446-1370.

4: Babcock & Miles Wine Tasting and Sale ~ 5:00 to 7:00 pm ~ The Pollard Hotel ~ A donation of $10 pp is suggested ~ contact phone: 406-446-0001 ~ Please make plans to join Babcock & Miles for a wine tasting at The Pollard Hotel in downtown Red Lodge. We will be sampling an amazing collection of 20 plus great wines from around the world. In addition to the official line up of wines we will randomly be sampling a few "surprise" wines as well as a few blind tastings! We will be collecting donations for the Red Lodge Area Food Partnership Council instead of a cover charge. A donation of $10 per person is suggested and all of the proceeds will benefit the Food Partnership Council. If you are not familiar with the Red Lodge Area Food Partnership Council, they are the driving force behind a number of community wide local food efforts. The Council is actively building momentum behind initiatives that include expanding the farmers' market, strengthening producer-consumer relationships, developing community gardens, organizing local events, and improving school food.

4 & 5: Dreams Do Come True ~ May 4th 7 pm - May 5th 1:00 pm ~ Red Lodge Civic Center ~ website: Red Lodge School of Dance ~ contact phone: 466-1459 ~ Red Lodge School of Dance presents their 26th annual spring dance concert: "Dreams Do Come True"

5: Artists’ Reception. Meet Gene Rodman and Tracy Shaw, the featured artists with work on display in the Guild’s Main Depot Gallery from 3-5pm, Saturday, May 5th. Reception is free and open to all. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call the Arts Guild in Red Lodge at (406) 446-1370.

10: Come Shop at the Winter Mini Farmers’ Market ~ 3:30 to 6:30 pm ~ The Beartooth Elks club in downtown Red Lodge. contact phone: 406-425-3806 ~ e-mail: foodpartnership@gmail.com ~ Please plan to join us for our Winter Mini Farmers’ Markets the second Thursday of every month from 3:30 to 6:30 pm. The Elks Club is a great space for people to relax, purchase refreshments and do some shopping with our local vendors.

11: Beartooth Humane Alliance ~ 5th Annual Dinner, Show, and Auction ~ 5:30 pm ~ Rock Creek Resort ~ $50.00 per ticket ~ Reserved tables of eight available ~ website: www.beartoothhumane.org ~ contact phone: 406-425-1592 ~ e-mail: info@beartoothhumane.org ~ Excitement awaits as BHA introduces a brand new venue for its annual spring benefit fundraiser for an evening you will not forget! Featuring recording artist, Stephanie Davis, a native Montanan songwriter and soulful performer, known for having her songs recorded by Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, and Martina McBride. Dinner will be served in style featuring Friar's famous Panko Encrusted Walleye and melt-in-your-mouth Teriyaki Steak. Other special evening events will include a bountiful silent auction featuring never-before-seen items and a raffle for a unique and stunning diamond pendant.

12: Expressing Ourselves through the Abstract with Leona Dillon. Leona will spend the day teaching oil painting using the palette knife. She will show participants how to paint in the abstract and still be able to recognize the image being painted. She will concentrate on how lines, color and shapes can express emotions to let the viewer’s mind imagine the happenings. Cost is $50 for members and $65 for non-members. All levels of talent are welcome. 10am - 4pm. For more information, call the Arts Guild in Red Lodge at (406) 446-1370.

13: Mother's Day

16: Red Lodge Carnegie Library Booksale ~ 10 am-6 pm ~ Red Lodge Carnegie Library ~ contact phone: 406-446-1905

24: Heart Mountain Internment Camp ~ Carbon County Historical Society and Museum ~ 7:00 p.m.

25-27: Tentative Opening of the Beartooth Highway

26: Oil Painting with John Potter. John will spend the day sharing his techniques to achieve the best results in landscape and animal painting with oils. For the intermediate oil painter. Cost is $50/members and $65 for non-members. 10am - 4pm. For more information, call the Arts Guild in Red Lodge at (406) 446-1370.

27: NEW SUMMER HOURS. Beginning Sunday, May 27, the Arts Guild will be open Monday - Saturday, 10-5 and Sunday, 12-5. Summer hours will continue until Labor Day. After Labor Day, hours will be Tuesday - Saturday, 10-5. For more information, call the Arts Guild in Red Lodge at (406) 446-1370.

28: Memorial Day

Escape to Red Lodge!

Our vacation homes are not just a place to spend the night…you’ll find you don’t need a reason to stay with us…you just need to stay with us. We offer the environment that is needed to just get away and celebrate. Relax in a peaceful atmosphere to read that good book, break out the skis, grab your fishing pole, put on your hiking boots, swing a club or sometimes better yet, never leave your vacation home.

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