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Lauren Welch Benefit Concert

On Sunday, June 5th starting at 3pm, please come on out to the Snowline Acres for a benefit concert -Lauren Welch with Dr. Jordan Neiman on piano at Snowline Acres. Admission to the Lauren Welch Benefit Concert is free and all donations will go to benefit Logan Health Children’s.

The mission of the Logan’s Health Children’s is to elevate and transform pediatric healthcare delivery for children and their families improving health and providing peace of mind. With more than 100 pediatric primary care providers, more than 40 pediatric specialty providers, pediatric acute care (including both pediatric and neonatal intensive care) and a range of outpatient care and support services, Logan Health Children’s is elevating and transforming the way pediatric care is delivered to our region, saving the lives and improving the health of children for generations to come. Learn more – HERE.

Lauren Welch Benefit Concert Details

Sunday, June 5, 2022 – 3pm

Snowline Acres

Cost: Donations Accepted

Seating is limited. Reserve your tickets at www.logan.org/laurenwelch

About Lauren Welch
Lauren Welch, a 15 year old Montana native, is pursuing her solo violin career and music studies with The Juilliard School graduate, Wai Mizutani and Curtis Institute of Music graduate, Kevin Lin. Lauren is also involved in a mentorship program with Jérôme Pernoo, faculty member of The Paris Conservatory of Music. Lauren has performed in over 200 concerts and events with audiences of up to 7,000 people. Lauren has performed at The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and The Andrew Mellon Auditorium in Washington D.C. Lauren plans to attend the 2022 Encore chamber Music Intensive Summer Academy in Cleveland and MusicAlp Music Festival in France. Lauren has a professional-level repertoire, with hundreds of classical pieces by composers such as Mozart, Paganini and her personal favorite Bach.

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63rd Season Bigfork Summer Playhouse

The 63rd Season of the Bigfork Summer Playhouse has been released. This year is another stellar season line up! Guests will get to enjoy a great season of shows that include Guys & Dolls, Mamma Mia, Freaky Friday, Broadway in Love, and The Full Monty. Tickets for the 63rd Season Bigfork Summer Playhouse start at $19 for children and $27 for adults.

Great entertainment, new faces in the company, shows you’ve never seen at BSP, a day on the lake, and a ‘swell’ place to spend some time in Bigfork. We look forward to seeing you in 2022.

63rd Season Bigfork Summer Playhouse Details

Guys & Dolls (PG) .
Gambler Nathan Detroit has few options for the location of his big craps game. Needing $1,000 to pay a garage owner to host the game, Nathan bets Sky Masterson that Sky cannot get virtuous Sarah Brown out on a date. Despite some resistance, Sky negotiates a date with her in exchange for bringing people into her mission. Meanwhile, Nathan’s longtime
fiancée, Adelaide, wants him to go legit and marry her.

Mamma Mia (PG)
Donna, an independent hotelier in the Greek islands, is preparing for her daughter’s wedding with the help of two old friends. Meanwhile Sophie, the spirited bride, has a plan. She secretly invites three men from her mother’s past in hope of meeting her real father and having him escort her down the aisle on her big day. Set to the music of ABBA – this is sure to get you singing and tapping your toes.

Freaky Friday (PG)
An adaptation of the classic novel and beloved films, Freaky Friday follows teenager Ellie Blake and her mother, Katherine, on the weirdest, strangest, craziest, freakiest day of their whole lives. On a fateful Friday, the day before Katherine’s wedding, something magical occurs when mother and daughter swap bodies. Now a Broadway musical – come relive the fun!

The Full Monty (MA)
After losing his job at a steel factory, Jerry learns that his wife wants to sue him for missed child support payments. Desperate for money, Jerry and his friend Dave decide to create their own male strip-tease act. The two friends recruit four more men, including their former foreman and a security guard. The group promises that their show will succeed
because they are willing to go “the Full Monty”. (Completely naked.)

Broadway in Love (PG)
One night only! Broadway in Love is a musical celebration of Broadway’s most touching, hilarious and captivating love songs. Bigfork Summer Playhouse alum, Stephan Stubbins (from Broadway’s Mary Poppins), joins his wife, Libby Servais (from Broadway’s Wicked) in concert as they bring lightness and depth to your favorite songs from Broadway and beyond. For
more information visit BroadwayInLove.com.

The HITS of the 50s, 60s & 70s (PG)
The 50s, 60s & 70s were 3 decades of some of the finest Rock and Roll music! Enjoy an evening of staged hits from artists like The Spaniels, Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, Chubby Checker, The Beatles, Billy Joel, and more as the Bigfork Summer Playhouse brings you the HITS OF THE 50s, 60s & 70s, live onstage! (Different from last summer’s lineup.)

Get your tickets to the 63rd Season Bigfork Summer Playhouse – HERE.

About the Bigfork Summer Playhouse

The Bigfork Summer Playhouse was founded in 1960 by Dr. Firman ‘Bo’ Brown and his wife Margery Hunter Brown as a place for University of Montana theatre students to perform in the summer. In 1964, Brown hired Don Thomson as a technician and the following season, Don encouraged Jude (Judy) Irvin to join the BSP crew as the piano player. Don and Jude were married in the fall of 1965 and later acquired the theatre in 1968. While both of Don and Jude’s sons earned degrees in the entertainment business and have worked at BSP in past summers, the eldest, Brach, joined Don and Jude as one of the owners and producers of the Bigfork Summer Playhouse in 2001. Learn more – HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

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Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

Brash Rodeo – Summer Series Rodeo

The Brash Rodeo Summer Series starts May 28, 2022, and will continue until September 10, 2022, at the Blue Moon Arena. The Blue Moon Arena is located at the Corner of US 2 And Hwy 40 in Columbia Falls, Montana. The rodeos all start at 6pm and will be filled with lots of great fun including bareback, saddle bronc, ranch bronc, bull riding, barrel racing , ladies and men’s breakaway roping, team roping, chute dogging, steer riding and even junior bareback.

“We are a family owned and operated rodeo company. If you are looking for fun things to do in Whitefish or fun things to do around Glacier Park, you have come to the right place.”

Brash Rodeo – Summer Series Rodeo Details

Dates: Thursdays – May 28 until September 10, 2022 & Bull Bash on August 12, 2022

Location: Blue Moon Arena, 167 Half Moon Road Columbia Falls, MT 59912 United States

Tickets: $7-$99

Rodeo has been a part of Montana’s culture since the first cowboys arrived over 150 years ago. Our events include bull riding, saddle bronc, ranch bronc, bareback, chute dogging, team roping, ladies breakaway, men’s breakaway, junior breakaway, ladies barrel racing, junior barrel racing, peewee barrel racing, tiny tot barrel racing, mini broncs and steer riding. We are Western Montana’s longest running series open rodeo. Your Glacier country vacation would not be complete without experiencing the legendary Blue Moon Rodeo. Learn more – HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

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Free Rodeo & Showtime Film Day

Come on out to the Flathead County Fairgrounds on May 22, 2022, from 9am until 9pm for a FREE rodeo and Showtime television show a chance to win an ATV and be part of one day of a television show filming. There will be free food trucks, live music, barrel racing, and raffle prizes. Throughout the day there will be hundreds of raffles, all those checked in at the start of the day will be eligible to win. Items to be given away include swag bags, gift cards, and a brand new Honda ATV TRX420FA2N.

Free Rodeo & Showtime Film Day Details

May 22, 2022

9am – 9pm

Flathead County Fairgrounds

265 Meridian Road – Kalispell

FREE Entrance & Free Food

RSVP for the Free Rodeo & Showtime Film Day – HERE.

Filming Details

EXTRAS NEEDED for the spectators at a rodeo for an episode of Three Women being produced by Showtime. Filming will take place on May 22nd from 9am to 9pm. Food trucks will be on site to feed all volunteers and there will be live music. Throughout the day there will be hundreds of raffles, all those checked in at the START of the day will be eligible to win. Items to be given away include swag bags, gift cards, and a brand new Honda ATV TRX420FA2N. Attendees are expected to stay the FULL DAY to receive gift cards or prizes. All prizes will be available for pickup at the end of the filming day. A valid ID will be needed to pick up your prizes. The story takes place in 2014 so please do not wear any clothing or accessories that show band tour dates, political candidates, sport championships, etc. If the weather looks like it will be bad on Sunday, filming will take place on Saturday. You will receive an email confirming your RSVP, if you don’t receive one your registration is not confirmed. Learn more about the Free Rodeo & Showtime Film Day- HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

The Big Event – Casino Royale

Are you ready to party for a cause? Come on out to the Snowline Acres for the Big Event – Casino Royal – on May 12, 2022, from 5-10pm, to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Montana. The evening will include a prime rib dinner, drinks, games, auctions and more. “Stand with us and be part of a program raising money to provide mentors to children facing adversity in our community.”

The Big Event – Casino Royale Details

Date: May 12, 2022

Time: 5-10pm

Location: Snowline Acres

Tickets

$150 Individual

$250 Couple

$1000 Table of 8

$1500 Corporate Sponsor

Get your tickets – HERE.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Montana

Community Based Program
This is the “traditional” BBBS model in which a mentor (Big) and a mentee (Little) meet 2-3 hours each week outside of the home and school setting. Our Bigs make arrangements with the parent(s)/guardian(s) for a weekly activities with the Little. These outings can be as simple as a walk to the park to throw a frisbee or a trip to the local art studio to paint together. We know that the specific activity is not important, what is important is consistency, kindness, and a desire to grow together.

School – Based Program
Site-Based Programs: Our School Buddies program is designed to allow mentors to meet an elementary student at their school during normal school hours. Bigs meet their Littles for one hour each week, often during lunch and/or recess, for activities such as shooting hoops on the school playground or visiting the school library for board games. High School students are eligible to serve as mentors in this program

Our Site-Based Plus: is the same program as our School Buddies, an hour a week together at the Little’s school, with the addition of an opportunity to meet off school campus one time each month for an activity in the community. We see this is our best of both worlds program.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

Spring Festival Mozart Requiem and Mahler

On Saturday, April 30 and Sunday May 1, 2022, the Spring Festival Mozart Requiem And Mahler is coming to the Flathead High School Performance Hall. This year is Maestro Zoltek’s 25th year as the music director and conductor and each year is even better than the last.

Spring Festival Mozart Requiem and Mahler Details

On the program is Mozart’s “Requiem”, an iconic piece surrounded by folklore. Anyone who has seen the play or movie “Amadeus” knows that the piece was commissioned by a mysterious stranger in a grey cloak a few months before the composer’s death. Fantasy has it that the stranger was Mozart’s “rival” Salieri and that the composer was poisoned or that Death himself commissioned the work knowing that he was coming for Mozart soon. The truth is that the piece was commissioned by a man who had a habit of doing so anonymously so that he could claim the work as his own and that in this case it was to commemorate his deceased wife. Because Mozart died at about 1 a.m. on December 5th when he had completed only the first two movements of the work, it was finished by one of his pupils so that his widow Constanze would be paid. But then again, on the day he died Mozart said, “Didn’t I say before that I was writing this Requiem for myself?” And, according to one eyewitness account, “his last movement was an attempt to express with his mouth the drum passages in the Requiem.” So who knows the truth? Except that it is one of the most transcendent choral works ever written. And you have the rare opportunity to hear it performed LIVE by the Glacier Symphony and Chorale with spectacular guest soloists! Don’t miss out on Spring Festival Mozart Requiem Mahler 2022!

Get your Spring Festival Mozart Requiem Mahler tickets – HERE.

About Glacier Symphony

The Glacier Symphony, Orchestra and Chorale, is one of the most active performing arts organizations in the inner-mountain northwest. Located in Montana’s beautiful Flathead Valley, the symphony produces a yearly Masterworks season of subscription concerts, educational programming for area schools, the family-friendly outdoor Symphony Night at Rebecca Farm, exclusive special events, and the region’s only weeklong classical music series, Festival Amadeus. Join us as we explore the finest in classical music!

The Glacier Symphony, Orchestra and Chorale has its roots in the 1970’s when the Performing Arts Council was formed from a core of music lovers in the Flathead Valley. The Council sponsored recitals and summer concerts in the Valley and later formed The Hockaday Chamber Orchestra, which performed a series of concerts. Glacier Symphony members of this early group included Doug James, Lindy James, and Shauneen and Ray Garner. Learn more – HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

Flathead Kennel Club of Montana Canine Expo 2022

Do you love dogs? Then the Flathead Kennel Club of Montana Canine Expo 2022 is the place that you need to be this weekend. On Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 10am until 3pm, head on over to the Whitefish Credit Union Trade Center at the Flathead Fair Grounds for a little 2022 K-9 Expo fun.

The Flathead Kennel Club will, once again, host a Canine Expo promoting responsible dog ownership. There will be demonstrations regarding training, search & rescue, scent work and canine educational presentations.

Now – This day is all about the dogs and their human companions. There will be demonstrations and activities about training, search & rescue, scent work, trick dog, and much more. Educational information will be presented about dog health care, responsible breeders, service, therapy and emotional support dogs, responsible dog ownership and canine 1st aid. Local business and animal resources will be on site sharing information about resources available in our area!

Flathead Kennel Club of Montana Canine Expo 2022 Details

Date/Time: Saturday, April 23, 2022 10am -3pm

Location: Flathead County Fair Grounds

Canine Expo 2022 Admission Price: $2 per person , $5 for Family

Click HERE for Canine Expo 2022 Ticket Information

About Flathead Kennel Club of Montana

Who We Are
The Flathead Kennel Club of Montana is a nonprofit organization of dog breeders, fanciers, exhibitors and trainers dedicated to the advancement of purebred dogs. Most members live in and around Kalispell, MT in the Flathead Valley. Kalispell is located in Northwest Montana 33.6 miles from Glacier National Park.

Our Mission
To further the advancement of all purebred dogs; to do all in its power to protect and advance the interests of all breeds of the purebred dogs and to encourage sportsmanlike competition at dog shows and obedience, rally, or agility trials; to conduct sanctioned matches, dogs shows obedience trials and other events for which the Club is eligible under the Rules and Regulations of The American Kennel Club.

Learn more – HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

The Taste of Bigfork

Are you ready for some great wine, music and food? Well head on over to the Taste of Bigfork on April 24, 2022, from 2pm until 5pm. Take time, while you drink your wine and walk from venue to venue in downtown Bigfork. The Taste of Bigfork benefits ImagineIf Bigfork and the Bigfork Area Chamber of Commerce. Tickets for the Taste of Bigfork are $40 per person and available for sale April 1 at Electric Avenue Gifts and the Bigfork Area Chamber office. At 5:00 after you’re full and happy, the world’s greatest raffle will take place at the Garden Bar & Grill. Many great items are donated by Bigfork Area merchants for you to win. This event does sell out so get your tickets now!

The Taste of Bigfork Details

April 24, 2022 from 2-5pm

Downtown Bigfork, Montana

Tickets $40 per person

Click HERE for more details.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

4th Annual Shred Event

Do you have old energy bills, water bills and phone bills? What do you have lying around the house that has your personal information on it? Don’t just throw it directly into the trash, come on out to the 4th Annual Shred Event at NW Montana Veterans Stand Down and Food Pantry. On Saturday, April 15, 2022, from 9an-11am and 1pm-3pm, everyone is invited to come safely shred their personal documents.

“With Tax season being over, the North West Montana Veterans Stand Down & Food Pantry with the help of AARP, Agency on Aging, Humana, Vet Center, Valley Recycling, Veterans Coalition and Grizzly shred have come together to hold a free Shred Event with a donation of cash and or food, they will be shredding important paperwork. “

In addition to the great opportunity to shred personal documents, there will also be representatives with information on identity theft, fraud, Medicare fraud prevention, suicide prevention and care givers’ support. They will also have free gun locks, event swag bags. The 4th Annual Shred Event is drive through this year and is FREE with a cash or food donation for the Veterans Food Pantry. Learn more – HERE.

4th Annual Shred Event Details

April 16, 2022

9am-11am & 1pm-3pm

NW Montana Veterans Stand Down and Food Pantry

About NW Montana Veterans Stand Down and Food Pantry

The North West Montana Veterans Stand Down & Food Pantry is dedicated to extending a helping hand up to homeless, low-income, and at-risk veterans and their families. These heroes have sworn to uphold and defend the Constitution and people of the United States of America and now we must uphold them in their time of need. Learn more – HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

NW Montana Job & Opportunity Fair

Have you been looking for that perfect job? Do you even know where to start? Boy do we have an opportunity for you to start your next career path. Whether you are just entering the job market looking for your first job or if you are just looking for a better opportunity, the NW Montana Job & Opportunity Fair is the perfect place for you to go on Thursday, April 14, 2022, from 9am until 4pm. There will be hundreds of career and job opportunities for you to explore.

Sign ups are now open for businesses to exhibit at this year’s job & opportunity fair which will be held on Thursday, April 14th from 9am – 4pm at the Flathead County Fairgrounds Trade Center. Businesses can register to participate at: https://forms.gle/37GXJfLZ5J4UvGz38

A partnership between the Kalispell Job Service, Flathead Valley Community College, the Daily Inter Lake, and Discover Kalispell Chamber, this year’s fair has invited local high schools to bring students for career exploration from 9-11am, Veterans and Encore workers (retirees/seniors looking to re-engage in the workforce ) for the 11am-12pm hour, and is open to the general public from 12 – 4pm.

NW Montana Job & Opportunity Fair Details

Location:

Flathead County Fairgrounds

Times:

9 am – 11 am: High School Juniors & Seniors
11 am – 12 pm: Veteran’s and retiree workforce
12 pm – 4 pm: Open to the Public

Learn more – HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

Lauren Welch Benefit Concert Details

63rd Season Bigfork Summer Playhouse Details

Brash Rodeo – Summer Series Rodeo Details

Free Rodeo & Showtime Film Day Details

The Big Event – Casino Royale Details

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Montana

Spring Festival Mozart Requiem and Mahler Details

Flathead Kennel Club of Montana Canine Expo 2022 Details

The Taste of Bigfork Details

4th Annual Shred Event Details

NW Montana Job & Opportunity Fair Details

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