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Films COUNTRY PEOPLE p.m. The program this summer includes a traditional opening with a Hungarian flair, followed by the Black Swan Pas De Deux. "Peter and the Wolf will be presented August 5 6, Aug. 12 13 at 2 p.m. Artisan Dance Theatre is an Artists Group production.

Continued from Page 3D Thursday onh Onqoim this epic drama tells of the courageous men and women who risk their lives every working, "day; pitting their fishing boats and rescue vessels against the capricious forces of nature. Their worst fears were realized in 1991 when they were confronted by the greatest storm in modern history, and the six crew members of the swordfish boat, Andrea Gail, were lost 500 miles from home beneath waves reaching 100 feet high. Featured players include George Clooney as Captain Billy Tyne, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio as Linda Greenlaw and Mark Wahlberg as Bobby Shatford. Also on hand are Diane Lane, John C. Reilly and William Fichtner.

Of the story directed by Wolfgang (Air Force One) Peterson: "Even though the crew perished, the story involves what the fishermen might have been feeling, along with their families onshore." At the Circus Twin. Rated PG13. Iron Grant. Kids Series plays Wednesday and Thursday only at 10:30 a.m. At the Circus Twin.

Rated PG. Cominq soon REBA HOSTS FAMILY AWARDS: Reba McEntire will host The Second Annual Family Television Awards at 9 p.m. ET Aug. 1 0 on CBS. Awards go to TV shows and actors who best represent family programming and values.

Among the eight categories are honors for best drama, comedy, movie and mini-series. This is the first year that the awards have been broadcast Eleven-year-old country star Billy Gilman will perform during the show, which is produced by dick dark productions. CUNT TALKS TO FANS: Clint Black is personally recording at least two or three audio messages per week for his fans during his current national tour in support of D'lectrified, his current CD. Fans can hear Black describe his touring experiences in his own words by going to his official website.ClintBlack.com, Black also talks about his recent performances as a guitarist, vocalist and harmonica player with Jimmy Suffett's Coral Reefer Band. The D'lectrified tour ends in October.

CHESNEYS WATER WORLD: It was appropriate, somehow, that copies of Kenny Chesney's next single, "I Lost It," went missing for a couple of days while US. Customs held up the discs at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport The CD promotional singles were assembled with a package that included "English water? On the cover, Ches-ney, dressed in a black suit and black hat appears to be partially immersed in pool water. Customs agents seized the shipment on Monday morning, July 1 0, and only decided to release it Wednesday night July 1 2. The song is one of four new cuts included on Chesney's upcoming Greatest Hits package, which will feature 1 7 tracks total, including two Poets Night at Java Ink Thursday nights with open mike at 7 p.m. Located at 7 Placer.

State Capital Band Concert at 8 p.m. in the Memorial Park Band Shell. Last of the free concert series. For more information or to participate call Larry Nielsen at 443-5409. Thursday's Historical Society Event Under The Tent.

The Montana Historical Society's "Under the Tent Activity Days" continues at noon on the Society lawn across from the Capitol building. This week's event is: Aug. 3 Bison, Bison Everywhere! Participate in hands-on activities and learn about this special animal. MUSIC DANCE "Godspell" runs for one week only, July 28-30 and August 2-5 at the Grandstreet Theatre. Evening performances are at 8 p.m., Sunday matinee is at 2 p.m.

Under the auspices of the Grand-street Theatre School, the rock musical production features an all-Helena cast of 14 teens. All-Girl Teen RockPop Band jams weekly. New players welcome. Looking for guitar, brass and string players. Call Leah at 443-0477.

Devotional Weekly Singing Songs and chants from the world's wisdom traditions with harmonium, drums, tamboura, cymbals and bells. Every Wednesday from 8-9 p.m. All faiths and skills welcome. Call Terry at 458-7087 or Joy at 458-7092 for directions. Carefree Carousers Country Western Line Dancing, no charge, Fridays from p.m.

at Fat Boy Charlie's. Helena Last Chance Squares Location is at Broadwater School, 900 Hollins Ave. For more information call 442-3485 or 442-4448. Refreshments available. Films SPECIAL INTEREST The Second Annual "Good 01' Summer Time Day" will be held at the Original Governor's Mansion, 304 N.

Ewing from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 5. The event will feature live music, vintage cars, open house tours of the mansion and children's activities.

Free admission. A picnic lunch, ice cream and a raffle will be available with proceeds benefiting restoration projects for the mansion. For more information call 444-4710. SENIOR INTEREST Hawaiian Hula classes at Helena Senior Center. Call 443-3159.

Seniors Volunteer Music Group. Want to have fun playing music? Want to develop friend- (More CALENDAR, page 5D) MUSIC AND DANCE The Artisan Dance Theatre will present "An Evening of Ballet" at the Myrna Loy Center August 2- 4, Aug. 6, Aug. 10-13 at 8 guitar ensemble About Mary) Shaye and Chris (October Sky) Cooper. Brothers Peter and Bob Farrelly team up to helm the romantic comedy, marking their first production since completing "There's Something About Mary" in 1998.

At the Gaslight 3. Rated R. Pokemon 2000 plays nightly at 7:15 p.m. with matinees at 1 and 3:30 p.m. In this sequel to "Pokemon: The First Movie," which to date has grossed over $85.7 in the US and Canada, Ash sets out to save the world when a terrible force arrives on Earth and throws the Pokemon universe out of balance.

This animated adventure will feature six new Pokemon characters and was originally released in Japan in 1999 under the title of "Pocket Monsters Revelation Lugia." "The Movie 2000" has been re-edited and rewritten for US audiences and like "The First Movie" will continue to emphasize friendship, loyalty and the inherent value in doing what's right. At the Gaslight 3. Rated G. X-Men plays nightly at 7 and 9:15 p.m. with matinees at 12:15, 2:30 and 4:45 p.m.

Hugh Jack-man, Patrick Stewart, Ian McK-ellen, Halle Berry. Based on the best-selling Marvel Comics series, the story tells of a team of outcasts, each born with a unique genetic mutation that gives them extraordinary powers. Rejected by mankind, the X-Men soon realize that the race they fight to protect from evil has turned against them, and they must resort to desperate actions to defend themselves against an intolerant world. Featured among the ensemble are Patrick (Star Trek: Insurrection) Steward, Ian (Gods and Monsters) McKellen, Halle (Bulworth) Berry, Anna (She's All That) Paquin and newcomer Hugh Jackman. Of the story directed by Bryan (The Usual Suspects) Singer: "It's about prejudice and pride and reluctant su-perheroes." At the Gaslight 3.

Rated PG13. The Nutty Professor 2 plays nightly at 7:30 and 10 p.m. with matinees at 1:45 and 4:30 p.m. Eddie Murphy, Janet Jackson, John Ales, Anna Maria Horsford. Sherman Klump (Eddie Murphy) thought he had seen the last of his alter-ego, but Buddy Love is back and trying to make it on his own.

Having done his best to keep Buddy buried in his subconscious, the portly and painfully shy professor is horrified to find him resurfacing in untimely outbursts, and threatening his marriage plans to colleague Denise Gains (Janet Jackson). Utilizing Denise's cutting-edge DNA research, Sherman decides to rid himself of his monstrous nemesis and his disruptive outbursts -once and for all by extracting Buddy's DNA from his system. Featured players include John (Ride With The Devil) Ales, Larry (The Big Tease) Miller and Melinda (Wrongfully Accused) McGraw. Peter (Tommy Boy) Segal helms the comedy, marking his first production since completing "The Out Of Towners" in 1999. At the Circus Twin.

Rated PG-13. Perfect Storm plays nightly at 7 and 10 p.m. with matinees at 1 and 4 p.m. George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg, Diane Lane, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, John C. Reilly.

Based on Sebastian Junger's 1997 best-selling book, Patriot plays nightly at 8:30 p.m. with matinees at 1:45 and 5:15 p.m. Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, Joely Richardson, Tcheky Karyo. Set in South Carolina in 1776, this epic drama features Mel Gibson as Benjamin Martin, a reluctant hero swept into the American Revolution. Having fought bravely in the French and Indian conflict, Martin renounces fighting forever to raise his family in peace.

But when the British arrive at his home and endanger what he holds most dear, Martin takes up arms alongside his son (Heath Ledger), and leads a brave rebel Militia into battle. In the process, he discovers the only way to protect his family is to fight for a young nation's freedom. Chief among his adversaries are Tom Wilkinson as General Cornwallis and Jason Isaac as the leader of the Green Dragoons. Also on hand is Joely Richardson as Charlotte Selton, the sister of Martinis deceased wife. Roland (Independence Day) Ejrtjijjlrich helms the action from a screenplay by Robert (Saving Private Ryan).

At the Gaslight 3. Rated R. Me, Myself and Irene. Plays nightly at 9:25 p.m. Jim Carrey, Renee Zellweger, Robert Forster, Chris Cooper.

Jim Carrey stars as Charlie, a Rhode Island state trooper with Multiple Personality Disorder. When he fails to take his medication, his personalities fall in love with a woman named Irene, which leads to a comedic war. Featured players include Renee (Jerry Maguire) Zellweger, Robert (Jackie Brown) Forster, Lyn (There's Something THE MONTANA GUITAR ENSEMBLE plays at Java Ink on Friday and at Flicker's on Saturday. Both shows begin at 8 p.m. and copies of the group's latest CD will be available for sale.

Left to right: Richard Matoon, Doug Sternberg, David Small. 4D The Independent Record, Helena, Friday, July 28, 2000.