Rocky Mountain Bank - Downtown Stevensville. S.A.S.S. members have a new venue for their artwork - Rocky Mountain Bank! This new S.A.S.S. wall is available on a quarterly basis beginning in the months of January, April, July and October. The October and January showings are available. Because the artists are responsible for hanging and removing their own work, a hanging fee is not charged. Also, neither the bank nor S.A.S.S. takes a commission on the sales of these works. To show your work here, contact Tina at 777-2562.

Missoula Federal Credit Union - Display your sculpture at the new Missoula Federal Credit Union in Stevensville. Sculptures will be on display on a quarterly basis. A cement platform with lighting is in place. Insurance is the responsibility of the sculptors. For information, contact Cindy Tharinger, 777-0362.

Sculpture purchase - S.A.S.S. is collecting information on sculptures and sculptors for future purchases for the town of Stevensville. Local sculptors are of particular interest. Sculptors can send their information and/or proposals to S.A.S.S., P.O. Box 808, Stevensville, MT 59870.

The Olde Coffee Mill - lots of wall space for displaying artwork. Contact Ginny Horning, 777-2939, to schedule a show. Ginny takes no commission.

S.A.S.S. membership is a fun and interesting way to support art in your local community, whether you are a new artist, an old hand or just like to be a patron of the arts. Our membership is comprised of all types of artists, including painters of all mediums, photographers and sculptors.

Any interested artists or art supporters are welcome to join S.A.S.S. Membership is $10 per year, tax-deductible, and residency in Stevensville is not a requirement. As a member, you will receive the S.A.S.S.y News, a monthly newsletter that keeps our members informed of the business of S.A.S.S., but also includes local art calls, art-related volunteer opportunities and artist networking information.

As a member, you will also be entitled to show your work at the many venues available to S.A.S.S. (a commission may or may not apply). Members at the Professional level can also have an online portfolio on the S.A.S.S. website for free. If you already have a website of your work, we'll also set up a link to it. For info, email Gary Knapp.

Family memberships are available at $20 per year. Business memberships are available at $50 per year, which includes all the benefits of being a member, plus sponsorship notices in all S.A.S.S. advertisements, press releases and the website.

To become a member, fill out this form and mail it with your check to our address below. If you have any questions, email Katy Majors, our membership coordinator.

Rocky Mountain Bank Schedule:

April through June - Toddy Perryman
July through September - Tina Schwartzman
October through December - Helene Bazin-Lee
January through March 2007 - open
April through June 2007 - Bob Phinney

Art Call - Valley Drug Windows:

Three paintings are needed to fill in closed-up windows on the north exterior wall of Valley Drug. The windows are 47"w x 59"h, 66"w x 59"h, and 66"w x 59"h. The theme is to be of historical significance to Stevensville: the grist mill, Fort Owen, Father Ravalli and the first pharmacy, St. Mary's Mission, Isaac Stevens, etc. The chosen paintings are to be painted on separate supports that can be screwed into place once complete.

The artist will retain the copyright on the final paintings. Artists must submit a sketch of their idea(s) and cost estimate to Alan and Janice Kelley, 422 Middle Burnt Fork Rd., Stevensville, MT, 59870. For further information, contact Janice at 777-3354, day or evening.

Community Opportunities:

Educate The Elderly

Karen McFadden, activity director, is asking artists to be guest speakers at the Bitterroot Valley Living Center, 63 Main St. Artists can talk about any art subject that interests them for one hour. Contact Karen at 777-5411.