UPCOMING DEADLINES

• February 28 - Membership Renewal Deadline
  + NEW Member Application Deadline
  
• February 28 -Application Deadline for ACF
  Summer Show
  
• August 15 - Application Deadline for ACF
  Christmas Show

UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS

• February 18 - Fundraising & Outreach
  Committee Meetings - MontaVino
  Winery - 6 pm
  
• March 3 - Picnic Committee Meeting -
  at The River Coffee Co. - 6 pm
  
• March 19 - ACF General Meeting - 7 pm
  Community Room - 2510 US Hwy 2 East
  
• March 29 - ACF Spring Cleaning Market
  9 am to 3 pm - Flathead County
  Fairgrounds

MARCH GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

We Have a New Meeting Location!!!!

• Wednesday
  
• March 19, 2025
  
• 7:00 pm

Community Room
2510 US HWY 2
East Kalispell

Doors open at 6 pm for snacks and fellowship.

WINGO

MontaVino Winery
38 1st Ave E Suite D
Kalispell
6 - 8 pm

• February 12 - Flathead Faerie Fest Fundraiser
  
• February 26 - Celtic Festival Fundraiser
  
• March 12 - ACF Scholarship Fundraiser
  
• March 26 - Flathead Faerie Fest Fundraiser
  
• April 9 - Land To Hand Fundraiser
  
• April 23 - Celtic Festival Fundraiser

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR MEMBERSHIP POINTS? VOLUNTEERING AT WINGO IS A FUN WAY TO GRAB SOME POINTS!

Our members are what make ACF such a wonderful group!!!

WE WANT TO GIVE A SHOUT-OUT TO OUR LONGTIME MEMBERS!

MEMBER FOR 44 YEARS- CHARTER MEMBER - SANDY BROWN
MEMBER FOR 35 OR MORE YEARS- TINA JO LERUM
MEMBER FOR 30 OR MORE YEARS- LOIS WISHER
MEMBER FOR 25 OR MORE YEARS- HELEN FIELDING, BETTY JO MALONE
MEMBER FOR 20 OR MORE YEARS- SHEILA DELAVEGA
MEMBER FOR 15 OR MORE YEARS- DOROTHEY LEONARD, JACQUELINE WHITEHORN
MEMBER FOR 10 OR MORE YEARS- ROSEANNA BRAFFORD, DONNA FREEBURY, BECKY HILKER, JUDY HOWELL, PAM HUTTON, KATHY MOREL, HARRIETT QUINN, AND AMY QUINN

MARCH SPRING CLEANING MARKET

MARCH 29, 2025

9 AM - 3 PM
FLATHEAD FAIRGROUNDS
EXPO BUILDING
ARTS AND CRAFTS SUPPLIES, FIXTURES, AND CRAFTING TOOLS
MEMBERS CAN PARTICIPATE FOR $25 AND 10% OF YOUR PROCEEDS.
EXTRA SUPPLIES CAN ALSO BE DONATED TO ACF.

START OF SUMMER SHOW

MAY 16 - 18
FRIDAY 12 PM - 7 PM
SATURDAY 10 AM - 5 PM
SUNDAY 11 AM - 4 PM
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 28, 2025

 

Don’t forget to renew your membership for 2025!

 

LOCAL EVENT CALENDAR

• February 7 & 8 - Eagles Sweetheart
  Bazaar - 37 1st St. W., Kalispell
  
• February 8 & 9 - Kalispell Weekend
  Market - Love Local Pop Up -
  Fairgrounds, Kalispell
  
• February 8 - Farmers Market at Libby
  - Sweetheart Market - Memorial
  Events Center, Libby
  
• February 15 & 16 - Cabin Fever Craft &
  Vendor Event - Fairgrounds, Kalispell
  
• February 21-23 - Montana Sportsman’s
  Expo
  
• March 1 - Cabin Fever Reliever Craft &
  Wellness Market - Bigfork Community
  Hall
  
• March 7 & 8 - Made in Montana
  Tradeshow - Helena
  
• March 8 - Buffalo Saloon Sip & Shop -
  Bigfork
  

WEEKLY MARKETS

• Kalispell Farmers Market
  FVCC, south parking lot, Kalispell
  Every Saturday May 3 to Oct. 11
  applications coming soon!
  https://kalispellfarmersmarket.org/
  
• Bigfork Monday Market
  River View Bar / Lake Baked, Bigfork
  Every Monday May 26 to Sept. 1
  applications due by March 1
  https://www.bigforkmarket.org/
  
• Whitefish Downtown Farmers Market
  Depot Park Whitefish
  Every Tuesday June to Sept.
  applications coming soon!
  https://whitefishfarmersmarket.org/
  
• Columbia Falls Community Market
  165 Veteran Dr., Columbia Falls
  every Thursday May 15 to Sept. 25
  applications due by March 31
  https://www.cfcommunitymarket.com/

February: A Month Woven with Love

February, often synonymous with romantic love, is a month that vibrates with a unique energy. It's a time for reflection, for cherishing loved ones, and for nurturing the bonds that enrich our lives. While the exchange of chocolates and flowers on Valentine's Day undoubtedly takes center stage, February offers a broader perspective on love, encompassing a spectrum of human connection.

One of the most beautiful aspects of February is the way it encourages us to express love through creativity. Crafting, in all its forms, becomes a powerful medium for conveying affection. From hand-knit scarves for loved ones to intricately decorated Valentine's cards, crafting allows us to pour our hearts and souls into tangible expressions of love. The act of creating something unique and meaningful for another person fosters a deeper sense of connection and strengthens the bonds we share.

Beyond romantic love, February reminds us of the profound importance of community and the love we share with our fellow human beings. Acts of kindness, whether large or small, become more prevalent during this time. From volunteering at local shelters to simply offering a helping hand to a neighbor, February encourages us to embrace empathy and extend a hand of support to those in need. These acts of compassion not only benefit others but also enrich our own lives, reminding us of the interconnectedness of humanity and the power of love to bridge divides.

In essence, February is a month that invites us to cultivate love in all its forms. It's a time to cherish our loved ones, to express our gratitude, and to embrace the power of human connection. Whether it's through a heartfelt gesture, a creative endeavor, or a simple act of kindness, let us embrace the spirit of love that permeates the month of February and allow it to inspire us throughout the year.