McCall Super 8 Blog
January 27, 2012
Tony Furtado to perform in McCall Feb. 11
Super 8 Staff
The Tony Furtado band will perform on Saturday, Feb. 11, at the McCall Golf Course Clubhouse.
Door open at 6:30 p.m. and admission is $10 with youths under age 12 admitted free.
Advance tickets are on sale at Paul’s Market, Salmon River Brewery, Bistro 45, McCall Drug, Crusty’s Pizza, the clubhouse at inticketing.com.
“Furtado is an indie record label’s dream artist,” according to one reviewer. “He is gregarious, engaging and entertaining, on and off stage.”
He has been called a genius on banjo and slide guitar and his own creative interpretation-hybrid of Americana and indie rock is captivating.
Onstage, whether playing with a band or solo, he owns the room, mixing stories of his travels with musicianship that is off the charts.
The concert is presented by the McCall Folklore Society, which also stages the annual Summer Music Festival at Roseberry.
January 20, 2012
Avalanche survivor to speak Jan. 28 at Bear Creek
Super 8 Staff
Avalanche survivor Matt Potratz will speak about how surviving an avalanche changed his life on Saturday, Jan. 28, at Bear Creek Lodge west of McCall.
The session will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a dinner and a presentation at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $40 and reservations should be made by calling 634-3551.
Potratz, 29, of Lewiston, has written a book and become a motivational speaker to share his story of the March 1, 2009, avalanche near McCall that nearly killed him.
The avalanche happened while he was riding a snowmobile with a production crew from Lewiston filming him.
Potratz was violently crushed into a tree and buried. He survived despite a broken neck and head trauma and a lengthy coma. A long recovery left him without the use of his left arm.
His book about his experience is called “Two Hands.” “By the hand of God and the amazing people in my life, I’ve never been without two hands,” an excerpt from the book said.
January 13, 2012
Riggins readies for jet boat championships in April
Super 8 Staff
Only three months remain before jet boat teams from Canada, New Zealand, Mexico and the United States of America will race on four Idaho rivers to compete in the 2012 Weaver Seed World Jet Boat Marathon Championship.
Community celebrations and actual race days will take place over nine days April 13-21 with river racing to take place on the St. Joe River at St. Maries, the Snake River at Lewiston/Clarkston, the Clearwater River at Orofino and finish on the Salmon River at Riggins.
“It’s really inspiring to see how excited people in north central Idaho are about these races,” said race organizer Kim Friend.
“Jet boat river racing fans are making plans to be here and see the race from start to finish,” Friend said.
Spectators may watch the race for free from a river bank with public access along each of the four rivers.
About 40 racing teams are expected to enter the world race with each team consisting of a driver, navigator and racing crews varying in size from four to 20 people per team.
At the 2011 Canadian World Race, the number of fans watching along riverbanks ranged from 400 to 5,000 people per venue, according to information from the Canadian World Race Committee.
Each race team spent an estimated $1,000 per day on either food, lodging or sundry items.
January 6, 2012, 2011
Tamarack Skiing!
Super 8 Staff
This just in…Tamarack Resort is officially open for skiing! While snow seems to be an elusive luxury this season, come take advantage of the winter fun and hit the slopes with the help of machine-made magic. Our hotels rooms and Waxing Room are ready and waiting for you! Call 208-634-4637.
December 30, 2011
Riggins art guild to host open house in White Bird
Super 8 Staff
The Salmon River Art Guild will host its annual open house in White Bird on Saturday, Jan. 14.
The free even will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pacific Time in the White Bird Community Center.
Guild members will display art work completed this year as well as crafts and other interesting artsy items.
Demonstrations will take place that show techniques in painting and chip carving of gourds. Refreshments will be served.
December 22, 2011
New Meadows seniors to hold New Year’s party
Super 8 Staff
The New Meadows Senior Citizen Center will host a New Year’s Eve Party from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 31.
There is $5 entry fee that includes appetizers, nonalcoholic drinks, games, party favors, hats, horns and prizes. Those attending should be at least age 13.
December 15, 2011
Riggins Christmas fair
Super 8 Staff
The Riggins Farmers’ Market Christmas Craft Fair Fundraiser will be held Friday and Saturday.
The event will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m each day at Summerville’s Dance Hall.
To become a vendor call Michelle at 315-1639. Table fees will be donated to Santa’s Helpers and Riggins Food Bank, and shoppers attending are asked to bring donations of nonperishable food items..
December 7, 2011
Community Carol-along Dec. 10-11
Super 8 Staff
The 16th annual “Christmas Celebration: A Community Carol-along” will be performed Saturday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. as well as the Sunday, Dec. 11 at 6 p.m.
The concerts will be held at the McCall Community Congregational Church (UCC) at 901 1st Street, McCall. Admission is free, but donations are encouraged.
The concerts are presented as part of The Second Sunday Sounds @ Six monthly recital series.
November 29, 2011
Victorian Christmas at Ashley Inn Dec. 2-3
Super 8 Staff
St. Nicholas will be in Cascade on Friday and Saturday Dec. 2-3, at The Victorian Christmas at The Ashley Inn.
Ten musicians from Treasure Valley will perform all day both days, and a “Soup’s On” lunch will be served Saturday, Dec. 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Soup should be pre-ordered at just-sids-way@juno.com. The meal will be $6 if ordered in advance and includes tickets for the special gifts drawing.
The crafters and vendors attending will have unique handmade gifts for early gift selections.
November 23, 2011
Tour of the Trees to feature 30 trees
Super 8 Staff
The first Tour of the Trees event begins on Friday and will run through Friday, Dec. 2. The event is intended to be similar to the Festival of Trees that was held for many years but which is not being held this year. Trees will be set up at each participating business and visitors may place silent auction bids on each. The winning bidders will take home the trees and their payments will be given to a charity or nonprofit group selected by the sponsor.
November 18, 2011
Santa to visit Cascade Legion Hall Dec. 18
Super 8 Staff
Santa Claus will visit the Cascade American Legion Hall on Sunday, Dec. 18, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Santa and his helpers will give all boys and girls through age 14 new wrapped presents, hot chocolate and goodies. Photos with Santa will be taken and given to parents as well.
Donation boxes for toys are located at Wheeler’s Pharmacy, Sterling Savings Bank, Cascade Community Credit Union, Howdy’s, Harpo’s and D-9.
November 11, 2011
Donnelly library auction to be held Nov. 19
Super 8 Staff
The Friends of the Donnelly Library will have an auction at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at Vigilantes in Donnelly. The auction will feature a variety of items for Christmas shopping, and donations will be accepted. Kelly Chamberlain will be the auctioneer and Rene Welch will be his assistant.
November 4, 2011
Alpha Grange to host annual Harvest Dinner
Super 8 Staff
The Alpha Grange south of Cascade invites the public to its 76th Annual Harvest Dinner on Sunday, Nov. 13, at 2 p.m.
The Grange will be serving turkey and ham, mashed potatoes and gravy along with beverages and rolls. Those attending should bring a side dish or a dessert to share. There will be live entertainment and door prizes.
The hall is a 1916 one room schoolhouse located on the corner of Alpha Lane and Idaho 55 seven miles south of Cascade.
October 28, 2011
McCall senior center bazaar to be held Nov 12
Super 8 Staff
The McCall Senior Citizen Center will hold its annual Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 12.
Hours will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the center, located at 701 N. First St.
Various vendors will present their wares with a wide selection of craft items available.
The fair will include chili and chicken noodle soup with rolls. Beverages will also be sold and seniors will hold a sale of baked goods.
Vendor tables may be rented for $15 by calling the center at 634-5408. Vendors will be requested to donate door prizes to be awarded throughout the event.
October 20, 2011
Cascade chamber plans casino night Sept. 30
Super 8 Staff
WML Staff The Cascade Chamber of Commerce and American Legion Post 60 will hold a “Hoedown Casino Night” on Friday, Sept. 30. The event will be held at Olson’s Big Red Barn at 3 Carbaron Rd. from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Sept. 30. Games offered will include blackjack, poker, craps and roulette. Tickets are $20 and include $500 in chips and a dinner provided by the Cascade Legion post. A full bar and entertainment also will be provided along. For more information or to purchase tickets in advance, visit www.cascadechamber.com.
October 13, 2011
Donnelly businesses to welcome trick-or-treaters
Super 8 Staff
Downtown Donnelly business owners will celebrate completion of new sidewalks this year by hosting their first Halloween Downtown Donnelly on Monday, Oct. 31.
Trick-or-treaters are invited to visit participating businesses for holiday treats from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Halloween night.
Business also will have special promotions that night for those adults accompanying their little goblins.
There will be a costume contest and a pumpkin decorating contest, and trick-or-treaters will be able to get warm and enjoy hot chocolate at Vigilantes and Sandy’s Seconds.
Participating are the Donnelly Public Library, Flight of Fancy, The Donnelly Club, Stinker Station, Subway, Donnelly Fire & EMS, Silver Tip Hat Shop, The Trading Post, Vigilantes, Sandy’s Seconds and Long Valley Solar Shades.
October 5, 2011
‘Destination Adventure’ theme of 2012 winter carnival
Super 8 Staff
“Destination Adventure” has been selected as the theme for the 2012 McCall Winter to be held Jan. 27 through Feb. 5.
The first volunteer meeting for the carnival has been set for Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 5:30 p.m. at The Hunt Lodge.
The meeting will organize event chairs and volunteers as well as conduct an open discussion on suggestions for the carnival.
A tentative schedule for the 2012 includes the return of many popular events, including the Mardi Gras Parade, Monster Dog Pull, fireworks over Payette Lake, Snowshoe Golf, Bingo, chocolate and wine tastings, Monte Carlo Night and the Beard, Hairy and Sexy Leg contest.
For questions, contact McKenzie McDonald at 271-6158 or mckenziemcdonald@live.com.
September 25, 2011
Oct. 1 fundraiser to aid Canyon Area Bus Service
Super 8 Staff
The Canyon Area Bus Service in Riggins will host a Bingo and silent auction with a potato bar and dessert on Saturday, Oct. 1.
The event will be held form 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Oct. 1 in the multpurpose room of Salmon River High School.
Admission is $6 for adults, $3 for ages 12 to 17, and free for ages 11 and younger. Cost for a family of four is $15.
Bingo cards will cost 50 cents each, and the first two cards are free. A silent auction will be set up and there will be door prizes and bingo prizes.
Call Linda Hieter at 628-3780 for transportation information.
CABS provides accessible and affordable public transportation to residents and visitors in the Salmon River Canyon communities from White Bird to Pinehurst.
Services include a group shuttle, fixed route commute and demand response services.
September 18, 2011
McCall chamber seeks theme for 2012 Winter Carnival
Super 8 Staff
The McCall Area Chamber of Commerce is looking for suggestions for the theme of the 2012 McCall Winter Carnival. Organizers are looking for a theme that is fresh, fun and broad enough to generate unique ideas, especially when it comes to sculptures. Submit ideas via e-mail to McKenzie McDonald at mckenziemcdonald@live.com; post the idea on the chamber’s Facebook page, or bring the idea by the chamber office at 301 E. Lake St. The deadline for submissions is Friday, and the Winter Carnival theme will be announced on Oct. 1.
September 11, 2011
MCPAWS Oktoberfest set for Sept. 24 at Alpine Village
Super 8 Staff
The Third Annual MCPAWS Oktoberfest fundraiser will be held Saturday, Sept. 24, at Alpine Village in McCall.
The event will run from noon to 6 p.m. at Alpine Village, located at 616 N. Third St.
MCPAWS Oktoberfest will include food vendors, a beer garden and beer tasting, drawings and live music including a traditional German “oompah” band. There will be a $5 donation requested to enter the beer garden.
The event also will feature craft booths, vendors sponsored by local businesses and organizations, and a kids area.
Proceeds will benefit MCAPWS Regional Animal Shelter, a nonprofit organization that operates a shelter on South Third Street in McCall.
Sponsors are being sought for sponsorships and in-kind donations of goods and services. To inquire about sponsorships, contact MCPAWS at
634-DOGS or mcpawsrescue@frontiernet.net.
September 4, 2011
Shore Lodge chef to host couples cooking class
Super 8 Staff
Shore Lodge Executive Chef Eric Gruber will host another couples cooking class at The Narrows starting Saturday, Sept. 10. The class, “Flavors of Tuscany,” will be held 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sept. 10. The cost is $250 per couple or $125 per person) plus 19 percent service charge and state tax. Reservations are required by calling 634-2244..
Gruber is also the lead chef on the third course at “A Chef’s Affaire,” the Idaho Foodbank’s signature fundraising event to be held Thursday, Sept. 29, in Boise. Visit www.idahofoodbank.org for details and tickets.
August 28, 2011
9/11 Commerative Gathering
Super 8 Staff
An event to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, will be held on Sunday, Sept. 11, in front of the American Legion Hall in Cascade. The event will get under way at 8:46 a.m., the time the first aircraft struck the World Trade Center in New York City 10 years ago. The legion will be joined by members of Cascade Fire & EMS, emergency medical technicians, the Valley County Sheriff’s Office and the Cascade Police Department. A prayer will be read in memory of those who died on Sept. 11, 2001, and for members of the Armed Forces and first-responders who have given their lives in the war on terror. The flag will be lowered to half staff, a three-volley rifle salute will be held and “Taps” will be played in tribute.
August 20, 2011
NM church to host Dessert & Concert
Super 8 Staff
An evening of delectable desserts and a lively musical performance will be part of “Sweets and the Sounds of Summer” on Saturday, Aug 20, in New Meadows.
The event will be held at the New Meadows United Methodist Church and will begin at 6 p.m. with dessert and beverages.
At 7 p.m., pianist Pat Koehler will perform music ranging from classical, sacred and show tunes. Tickets are available in advance for $10 each by calling 347-2681.
The event is presented by the New Meadows United Methodist Women’s Club, and all proceeds will benefit projects that support the Meadows Valley community.
August 14, 2011
Cascade to host Chalk on the Walk Aug. 20
Super 8 Staff
The second annual Chalk on the Walk benefit event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, in downtown Cascade on Main Street.
The cost to enter is $5 and each artist must have a sponsor. Those without sponsors will have one provided by organizers. Each artist will receive a spray bottle, package of pastels, a sidewalk square and ice cream supplied by the Cascade Store.
Those who sponsor an artist for $25 will get their name displayed with the artist’s creation.
Money raised from the event will be used to support Cascade Schools’ music and art departments.
For more information or to sign up as an artist or a sponsor, call Jeff Weston at 382-3609 or Shauna Arnold at 382-7244.
August 7, 2011
Shepherd’s Home to host golf tournament Aug. 12
Super 8 Staff
The 16th annual Shepherd’s Home Golf Tournament will be held on Friday, Aug. 12, at the Jug Mountain Ranch Golf Course.
The format is a four-person scramble. Registration gets under way at 10 a.m. and there will be a shotgun start at noon.
Anyone making a hole-in-one on the 10th hole will win a 2011 Polaris Sportsman 550 ATV.
Following the golf, there will be a cocktail hour at 5 p.m., then a dinner of salmon or prime rib prepared by chef Darwin Zander.
Dinner will also feature an auction, and there will also be musical entertainment provided by Brianne Gray performing music from jazz to pop.
Tickets are $150 per person and include green fees and cart, a golf shirt, lunch, on-course snacks and refreshments, and dinner.
Money raised from the event will be used to support The Shepherd’s Home operations.
For more information, visit http://shepherds-home.org.
July 30, 2011
Yellow Pine 22nd Harmonica Contest Aug. 5-7
Super 8 Staff
The community of Yellow Pine will take center stage Friday through Sunday, Aug. 5-7, as it plays host to the 22nd annual Harmonica Contest and Music Festival.
Harmonica contest participants will compete on Saturday, Aug. 6, for trophies and prize money in three divisions, will also hold “open microphone” sessions throughout the weekend for anyone who wants to perform. There will also be a play-and-sing-along for children.
For a full schedule of events and more information, visit www.harmonicacontest.com or call (208) 633-3300.
July 22, 2011
Adams County Rodeo to serve up Cowboy Breakfast
Super 8 Staff
The 19th annual Raspberry Festival has been scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 7, at the Monastery of St. Gertrude in Cottonwood.
The festival is a benefit for the historical museum at St. Gertrude, and features activities for the entire family, including a fun run and walk, car show, arts and crafts fair, children’s carnival, quilt show, live entertainment, cultural demonstrations and raspberry products.
A pancake breakfast will be served outside the museum from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., featuring pancakes, bacon and scrambled eggs.
The centerpiece of the festival is lunch, when barbecue beef sandwiches, hamburgers, hot dogs and raspberry shortcake will be served in the high school gym next door.
More information is available online at www.MyRaspberryFestival.org.
July 15, 2011
Adams County Rodeo to serve up Cowboy Breakfast
Super 8 Staff
An all-you-can eat Cowboy Breakfast will be served Saturday, July 30, to benefit the Adams County Rodeo in Council.
The breakfast will run from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Council Senior Citizens Center.
The menu includes huckleberry pancakes and regular pancakes, ham and eggs, hash browns, sausage gravy and biscuits, juice and coffee.
Cost if $8 for adults, $4 for youths ages 6 to 12, and free for children younger than age 6. A free bus will transport diners round trip from the Adams County Fairgrounds to the senior center.
Proceeds go to support senior activities and Meals on Wheels. Call (208) 253-4282 for questions.
July 8, 2011
Nez Perce family day at Whitewater Park
Super 8 Staff
Kelly’s Whitewater Park in Cascade will host the Nez Perce Tribe on Saturday, July 16, for a family day for the public, as well as a traditional salmon bake dinner for 200 diners.
The family day runs from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and offers a unique look into tribal traditions.
There will be seven “stations” that visitors can take in. At one station, the Nez Perce will erect one large tipi, as well as put up and take down a smaller one several times that day so visitors can see how it is done.
Drumming and dancing will take place, and those attending can learn some steps; vocabulary and greetings will be offered; tribal artists, wood carvers and story tellers will be offering demonstrations and information. Entrance fee of $5 per vehicle, and there will be 200 tickets available at $35 each at for “An Evening with the Nez Perce” that begins at 6 p.m. For information, go to www.kellyswhitewaterpark.
July 1, 2011
Alpine to host Adult Air Band, Drag Ball July 9
Super 8 Staff
The annual Adult Air Band and Drag Ball will be held on Saturday, July 9, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Alpine Playhouse in McCall,
The evening is sponsored each year by Better Neighborhoods, an organization devoted to making McCall a better place for locals, one neighborhood at a time.
Anyone over age 17 is welcome to enter the competition. Entry and admission fees will be returned to performers in the form of cash prizes.
Prizes will be awarded for skills in lip-synching, choreography, conception and costume. There will be special recognition for the most realistic portrayal of the opposite sex.
Admission for the adults-only show is $5 per person, and tickets will be available only at the door.
Those who wish to participate should call 634-5594 to arrange for a sound check for their acts.
June 23, 2011
Donnelly to celebrate old-fashioned Fourth
Super 8 Staff
The Donnelly Boat Docks on Lake Cascade will be the sit a day-long celebration on Monday, July 4.
The Old Fashioned Family Fun Day will begin at 11 a.m. with horseshoes and children’s games.
There will be food served beginning at noon including hamburgers, hot dogs, salads, chops, soft drinks and water. A barbecue chicken dinner will be served from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Proceeds will be used to fund next year’s celebration.
At dusk, the Donnelly Fire Department will set off fireworks at the boat docks. The cost of the fireworks was paid by $4,000 from the city of Donnelly’s local-option tax and by $1,000 in donations.
June 16, 2011
Woody’s plans sock hop, car show to note anniversary
Super 8 Staff
Woody’s BBQ in McCall will celebrate its one-year anniversary with a sock hop, live music and a car show on Friday and Saturday, June 24-25.
The celebration will start Friday, June 24, with a sock hop, dinner and live music. Those attending are encouraged to wear poodle skirts or “greaser” clothes.
There will be a showcase of local cars in the parking lot as a preview to the Show and Shine Car Show on Saturday, June 25.
The third annual car show will be held at the Alpine Village on Saturday, showcasing unique cars, trucks and motorcycles from the area.
There will be judging in 13 categories including best in show, most unique and best chrome and fins, and prizes will be awarded at 4 p.m. Saturday.
For those wishing to participate in the Show and Shine, registration forms are available at Woody’s and at Old Town Market. The show will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, followed by a car parade through downtown McCall and ending back at Woody’s for live music.
June 9, 2011
WICAP Yard Sale
Super 8 Staff
The Western Idaho Community Action Partnership’s Annual Gigantic Yard Sale will continue this weekend at Valley County Fairground in Cascade.
The yard sale, which began last weekend, will continue Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. An incorrect location was listed in The Star-News last week.
This year’s sale will be bigger than ever, with clothes, household items, electronics and other goodies for all members of the household.
Proceeds from the yard sale will be used to support WICAP programs and to help local households in emergency situations.
Donated items will be welcomed on those afternoons and volunteers are needed. To volunteer or for information, call 382-4577.
June 3, 2011
Riggins to host Big Water Blowout June 4
Super 8 Staff
The 13th annual Big Water Blowout River Festival has been scheduled for Saturday, June 4, on the Salmon River at Riggins.
The event includes discounted rafting trips offered by experienced outfitters and guides from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Those attending can paddle through the rapids and enjoy the scenery in the second deepest gorge in North America.
Along with the whitewater fun, there will be a Dutch oven cooking contest at the city park.
Cooking will start at 5 p.m. and dishes will be ready for the judges by 7 p.m. Tastes of the dishes are available for $5.
There will also be live music provided by Lige and the River Rock Band at the city park, along with a beer garden. For more information, visit the Web site at www.BigWaterBlowout.com.
May 27, 2011
Hells Canyon Days in Riggins
Super 8 Staff
As part of the 21st Annual Hells Canyon Days, The Farm Toy Show will be held in Cambridge on Saturday, June 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Cambridge High School gym. For info, call (541) 447-7585 or (208) 549-1150. In addition, The Hells Canyon Art Guild will hold its seventh annual Fine Art and Photography Show on Friday and Saturday, June 3-4, at the Cambridge Library. The show will be open to the public from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. For more information, call Kaye at (208) 257-3277 or Anna at (208) 257-3237.
May 22, 2011
Donnelly Fire Department Fundraiser June 5
Super 8 Staff
The Donnelly fire department's 38th annual fundraiser will be held Sunday, June 5. This event is organized by Donnelly Fire Department volunteers and will begin at 11 a.m. June 5 at the Donnelly Fire Station. The fundraiser will include its usual good food and live auction, where goods and services are sold to the highest bidder with proceeds used for community service projects. See you there!!
May 16, 2011
LV Gardeners to hold annual plant sale May 21
Super 8 Staff
The Long Valley Gardeners will hold its annual plant sale starting at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 21, at the Valley County Fairgrounds in Cascade.
The sale will feature a large variety of annuals and perennials as well as native plants from Buffalo Berry Farm in Donnelly.
The sale will include an assortment of flowers, hanging baskets and color bowls, along with vegetables and herbs from Edwards Greenhouse.
May 9, 2011
Cascade church to host crab feed on May 21
Super 8 Staff
The Cascade Community Church/DUO group will have its second annual crab feed on Saturday, May 21, at Trinity Pines Conference Center in Cascade.
For those who do not like crab, beef brisket will also be offered, along with a dessert auction and raffle. Tickets are $20 and seating is limited.
DUO is a community service group that schedules several community projects each year, and also takes a mission trip to Ensenada, Mexico, each November to build a house for a needy family.
DUO stands for Do Unto Others. The community service group helps people in the community, and goes on a mission trip to Ensenada, Mexico, every year to build a house for a family that is in need. For more information, call 382-4824.
May 2, 2011
Cascade American Legion to host Cinco de Mayo party
Super 8 Staff
The American Legion post in Cascade has scheduled its annual Cinco de Mayo party and fundraiser to get under way at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at the post on East Mill Street.
The event will include live entertainment, a traditional Mexican dinner, live and silent auction, 50/50 raffle and beverages.
Tickets are $10 for adults, $6 for children ages 4 to 12, and children younger than 4 get in free.
Organizers are still accepting items for the auctions. Those with items to donate may contact Jack Knoblock at 382-3771 or knoblockjack@hotmail.com or call John Ernsberger at 382-5252. For more information, go to www.post60news.com/events.
April 25, 2011
April 28 session to talk about Hells Canyon mailboats
Super 8 Staff
Author and instructor Carole Simon-Smolinski will talk about the mailboats of Hells Canyon at a free presentation at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 28, at the Meadows Valley Public Library in New Meadows.
Starting in the late 1910s, the weekly Snake River mailboat from Lewiston to Johnson Bar became the lifeline for the miners, homesteaders and ranchers who lived and worked in Hells Canyon.
The boats, intrepid captains and the national and international attention their unique mail service attracted each contributes a fascinating chapter in the Hells Canyon saga.
For more than 20 years, Simon-Smolinski has been an instructor and scholar of Northwest history, specifically the north central area of Idaho.
Her work has included articles, books, talks and videos. Simon-Smolinski recently concluded 16 years as a history instructor at Lewis-Clark State College in Lewiston.
The program is funded in part by the Idaho Humanities Council. Light refreshments will be served by the Friends of the Library.
For more information, call the library at 347-3147 or e-mail mvpld@cwomc.com.
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