As the stress of the holidays grows, it is very important to decompress with a little bit of fun. Why not head over to the Elk’s Lodge in Kalispell, Montana, for a little bit of comedy? On Friday, November 26, 2021, from 7:30 until 10:30pm, come on out to the Elks Lodge for a laughing good time. High Country Productions presents Stand-Up Comedy that will have everyone’s funny bone giggling.
“This show will feature professional comics from as far as New York, along with up and coming comics from Montana. Join us for a laugh filled night!!!”
Yoshi Obayashi has been on multiple podcast including Joe Rogan, Your Mom’s House, Ari Shaffir’s and has performed with amazing comics such as Russell Peter’s and Dave Attell.
Andrew Manning has been heard on SiriusXM radio, and has performed at Funnybone comedy clubs, the Ice House comedy club, City Steam Brewery in Hartford, CT, the Rhode Island Comedy Connection, Comix Roadhouse at Mohegan Sun, Caroline’s on Broadway, The Stand Comedy Club and New York Comedy Club. Has opened for Russell Peters and Tim Dillon.
A native New Yorker, Jackie Rapetti picked up and moved to Missoula, MT in 2019 in pursuit of hunting. As if! She actually prefers killing on stage. She hosts an open mic and comedy showcase each month at Stave & Hoop. In addition to stand-up, Jackie is a freelance writer, editor, and cookie connoisseur.
Nick Kynett started his comedy career in Kalispell!!! Over the past year and a half Nick has quickly excelled in Stand-up comedy. Performing at Rick Bronson’s House of Comedy- Phoenix, Comedy Chateau- Hollywood, and even recording a podcast at the famed LA Laugh Factory.
Location: Elk’s Lodge is located at 1820 U.S. 93 S, Kalispell, MT 59901
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It is that time of year when the vintage Christmas trees and the Ugly sweaters need to be put on display. The Stumptown Art Studio in Whitefish, Montana, is hosting a Light Up The Night event on Saturday, November 13, 2021, from 7:30pm until 9:30pm. The party will feature a variety of holiday bisque to paint from light up vintage Christmas trees and vintage cars to a cactus or even a holiday sleigh or snowman.
Light Up the Night Party – Vintage Christmas Trees & Ugly Sweaters! Details
Each item is priced individually and must be pre-ordered before the event date. Retro holiday tunes, festive snacks, and beverages served and don’t forget your “ugly” sweaters (not required but, ’tis the season!) Your trees will be glazed and fired and ready for pickup one week after the party date. Tickets are $5 and are available online – HERE.
About:
As a community art center, Stumptown Art Studio takes pride in serving people of all ages and abilities, from professional artists to backyard artists, and to anyone seeking an artistic adventure. ART OUTREACH: Stumptown Art Studio provides art opportunities for kids and adults in our own classroom and off-site art instruction in area schools through field trips and off-site outreach classes. Our traveling art mobile, the Van Gogh…visits locations throughout the area; public and private schools, special needs organizations, youth enrichment programs, senior centers and more. For the past 20 years, S.A.S. has offered Art with the Masters classes, summer camps, guest-artist workshops, art treks, after-school art club and monthly gallery exhibits . The Studio also has a Clay Cellar with pottery wheels, slabroller, kiln, tools and glazes, all available for co-op members.
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What does Keller Williams Realty Northwest Montana and Halloween have in common? ….. Trunk or Treat of Course.
On Friday, October 29, 2021, from 5:30 until 8pm, Keller Williams Realty will host a trunk or treat at the Southfield Tower Parking Lot located at 1830 3rd Avenue East in Kalispell. Guests are invited to wear a fun Halloween Costume and get some candy from your favorite trunks. There will also be a food truck on site as well. The event is free, but guests are asked to bring a donation of socks, gloves or hats to help support the Warming Center. Learn more – HERE.
About The Warming Center
The mission of the Flathead Warming Center is to save lives and encourage dignity through low barrier access to a warm safe place to sleep for anyone in need throughout the coldest months of the year. We provide seasonal, low barrier access to night shelter services regardless of an individual or family’s personal barriers to housing security. The Flathead Warming Center is founded on Christian principles. “We love because He first loved us.” ~ 1 John 4:19. It really is that simple. We are called to love and care for those in need. Everyone needs shelter and it is not our mission to judge who deserves shelter and who does not, because we understand that we do not get what we deserve either. It is because of our faith that we support the mission of the Flathead Warming Center. Learn more – HERE.
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Attention Trunk or Treaters….there is blue light special in the Kmart Evergreen parking lot……
On Saturday, October 30, 2021, starting at 2pm and ending at 5pm, the Flathead County Sheriff’s Posse will be at the Kmart Evergreen parking lot for a little Halloween fun. First responders, local businesses and community partners will all be coming together to celebrate in a fun and safe way for the holiday. So, put on your costume or just your Halloween spirit and come out and enjoy this wonderful community event.
About the Sheriff’s Posse
Today’s Sheriff’s Posse works closely with Flathead County Sheriff’s Department and is made up of volunteers who care about and want to serve their community. The primary objectives of the Flathead County Sheriff’s Posse are the following:
To support the Sheriff in his service to the citizens of the county.
To preserve crime scene evidence.
To aid in natural disasters and evacuation efforts for protection of the public.
To provide security at the Northwest Montana Fair.
To provide crowd control at large community events.
To provide security at High School Sporting events.
To support other Law Enforcement Agencies throughout Flathead County such as Kalispell, Bigfork, Whitefish, and Columbia Falls.
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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Get ready…..Trunk or Treat is coming to The Springs at the Whitefish Parking Lot on Friday, October 29, 2021, from 4pm until 6pm. The vehicles will arrive and set up their trunks for treating. There will be prizes for most creative trunk and best costume. Trunk or Treat Guests will enjoy music, photobook and tons of fun. Bring the kiddos and enjoy good old fashioned Halloween fun!
About The Springs at Whitefish
Imagine your life with more support, more free time, and more energy to pursue the things that bring you joy each day. That is exactly what you will find at The Springs at Whitefish. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care apartment homes in breathtaking Whitefish, Montana, offer a warm, neighborly atmosphere that surrounds you with a sense of familiarity and belonging from the moment you arrive. Our attentive caregivers make it easy to manage the tasks of everyday living, while our on-site amenities and activities keep you busy in the best way. Learn more – HERE.
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On your marks…Get Set…Come on out to the 4th Annual Harvest Havoc presented by Action Rentals. This event will take place at the Kokomos’ ATV Park -6235 Highway 93 North (Mile Marker 141.5) about 11 miles north of Whitefish, and 7 miles south of Olney. Participants will get to have some fun a MX-style twisty jumpy track. Action Rentals will bring ATV (four-wheelers), UTV, Tough Truck, and Motorcycle bouts for adults. For children 6 to 17 years old, Action Rentals will bring ATV (four-wheeler). New this year is that the group is inviting children’s motorcycle racers too. Learn more – HERE.
“Let’s get spooky with some costume contests and prizes! Remember to dress yourself and your racer for the chance to win Best Of Show!!”
4th Annual Harvest Havoc Details
Race Registration Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m and end at 12:00 p.m Sharp! Racing begins at 1:00 pm
Race Registration Fees:
Adults (18+): $50 per driver, per class
Jr’s (13 – 17 yrs): $10
Kids (12 and under) Free
There will be food vendors and a beer garden provided on site. Please refrain from bringing coolers. Please do not bring your fur babies to this event. We would hate to see them harmed or lost in the surrounding woods. Thanks for your understanding.
Pit Passes:
Must be with a driver to obtain. No exceptions. Drivers your Pit Crew may consist of 2 Crew Members. Pit Passes are $15 for each person. MUST BE 18 OR Older to be in pit except and only during the time of youth races, youth will have to clear the pit after each youth race. If you have special considerations or needs, please contact us directly to discuss.
There will be 3 ways to review and register:
1) Online Form and payment
2) Email request and return: Send an email to info@actionarentalsmt.com to get the registration information, rules and regs and all updates to the event.
3) In-person on race day.
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The Great Northwest Oktoberfest’s back … and we’re ‘goin’ to town!
The Great Northwest Oktoberfest is coming to town this September 23-25, 2021. This year’s fest will take place at three unique Whitefish, Montana, watering holes – the Great Northern Bar & Grill, Casey’s and the Montana Tap House. Each unique venue will host the wonderful Oktoberfest tradition on a specific date.
“Oktoberfest may look a little bit different this year, but it’s gonna be the real deal … great German food, beer. music and dancing, along with all of the usual Oktoberfest nonsense — stein-holding, log-sawing, chicken-dancing and the coronation of a new Hop.” ~Chamber director Kevin Gartland
Great Northwest Oktoberfest
Thursday, Sept 23rd is “Locals Night” — Bring an ID that shows you’re a Flathead Valley resident and you ‘ll get your first Hofbrau draft or Bayern brew free! It’s our Opening Night celebration … at The Northern!
Friday, Sept. 24 is the “Hop Queen Qualifier” — This year’s Hop Queen candidates will take to the stage (and dancefloor) at Casey’s to make their case for winning the 2021 crown!
Saturday, Sept. 25 is “Family Day” — Kids 12 and under (with parents) get in free for a full afternoon of festivities outdoors in the Montana Tap House Beer Garden
Music
It isn’t Oktoberfest with out polkas, oom-pahs & chicken dancing! Join us this fall for music by one of America’s most popular Oktoberfest bands … and traditional German schuhplattler dancers as well:
The Europa Band One of the top Oktoberfest bands in the country — Europa — is back by popular demand for their ninth year, providing authentic Oktoberfest music like no other! John, Milan and Adam travel coast-to-coast each Fall playing at Oktoberfests from Montana to Florida and back again, cranking-out the oom-pah, polka and waltzes … along with a bit of country, gypsy fiddle and Carlos Santana!
Europa takes the stage from 5:30-11 p.m. on Thursday and Friday nights at Oktoberfest, and from 1-7 p.m. on Saturday. Check out the band and their music at: http://www.theeuropaband.com/
Schuhplattler Gruppe Alpenrose New this year to Whitefish — but not to Oktoberfest — will be performances by Schuhplattler Gruppe Alpenrose, a traditional German folk dance troupe from Casselberry, Florida! Schuhplattler dancing features ornately-dressed performers stomping, clapping and slapping their shoes, thighs and knees in what Wikipedia calls “choreographed horseplay.” Two performances per night, the first weekend of Oktoberfest (Sept. 23-25 only).
MIA … The Western Senators Much to our dismay, our original Oktoberfest Band — the Western Senators — are still being held hostage by COVID-19, and can’t make their way through the closed Canadian border to get here from Saskatchewan. We’re hoping they’ll be back with us is 2022; for info on the Western Senators go to: http://www.westernsenators.com/.
Food
This year’s Oktoberfest Grille will feature a variety of great German specialties. The menu is still being finalized, but here’s what we served-up in 2019, just to get your mouth watering:
Platters: Hendle-Chicken 1/2 a savory rubbed rotisserie roasted chicken – a German Oktoberfest tradition! Wurstplatte Locally handmade Flathead raised Elk, German & traditional beer style bratwursts platter. Kassler Rippchen Authentic German style brined and smoked pork loin platter.
Bratwurst, Sandwiches, Soups & Sides: Traditional Beer Bratwurst ¼ lb. locally handmade pork bratwurst piled high with sauerkraut Smoked Elk Bratwurst ¼ lb. locally handmade Flathead raised elk and pork bratwurst piled high with sauerkraut Schinken-Sandwich Black forest ham, Sauerkraut & Munster cheese on a pretzel roll
Soups Beer Cheese & German Potato Soups
Individual sides – Sauerkraut or sweet & sour kraut – German potato salad – Sweet sauteed apples
Kids Menu Hot Dog with Mac & Cheese Two of kid’s favorite on one plate!
Beer
It isn’t Oktoberfest without beer, beer and more beer! This year we’ll be serving-up your favorite flavor’s from Hofbrau — the original Munich Oktoberfest bier — as well as variety of brews by our new Montana craft-brew sponsor, Bayern Brewing of Missoula!
Check back often for details on what’ll be on tap for this year’s fest!
Wine, seltzer, water, & soda will also be available for non-beer drinkers
Contests
There are tons of crazy contests to participate in or to just watch from the sidelines, cheering your favorite contestant on to victory! We’ll have:
Stein holding (Mens’ & Womens’)
Log sawing (Mens’ & Womens’)
Kid’s Chicken Dance Contests [Sat. Sept. 25 at 2:45pm]
There’s no entry fee, and participants can sign up 1/2 hour before each contest at the table to the right of the Oktoberfest stage. (No sign up necessary for the Chicken Dance Contest.)
Special Competitions:
Sept. 24-25 — The 2021 Oktoberfest Hop Queen Pageant Join us at Casey’s on Friday, Sept. 24 from 6-8 p.m. for the “Hop Queen Qualifier,” to meet the Hop Queen candidates and enjoy music by the Europa Band. Then be in the Beer Garden at the Montana Tap House on the final evening of Oktoberfest to see who gets crowned!
Sept. 25 — Men’s and Ladies Stein-Holding Grand Championships Be in front of the Main Stage at 7 p.m. sharp, when the top finishers from this year’s stein-holding competitions square-off for the “Grand Championships,” and a shot a winning a spot in next year’s Hofbrau Stein-Holding National Championships in New York City!
Dates/Location
Thursday, September 23 — 5 to 11 pm @ The Great Northern Bar, 27 Central Avenue Friday, September 24 — 5 to 11 pm @ Casey’s Whitefish, 101 Central Avenue Saturday, September 25 — 12 noon to 8 pm @ Montana Tap House, 845 Wisconsin Ave.
Tickets
Admission is $10 per day ($8 in advance). Advance sale tickets are available at the Whitefish Chamber of Commerce (505 E. Second Street), and at each of the clubs.
Thursday and Friday nights are 21+ ONLY events; ID will be required. Kids under 12 (accompanied by a parent) are free on Saturday afternoon at the Tap House.
Advance sale tickets are on sale starting September 14, 2021. Stop by the Whitefish Chamber and each of the clubs that are hosting the fest. You can expect for the tickets to sell out, so get them soon.
It has certainly been a long, hot summer in the Kalispell area, and as the school year gets started, you are invited to enjoy Locals Day. On Saturday, September 18, 2021, from 10 am until 6pm, locals will get to enjoy the First Annual Locals Day. This special event offers a special admission pass to three museums: Northwest Montana History Museum, the Hockaday Museum of Art and the Conrad Mansion Museum. The pass is only $10 for all three museums and will allow unlimited admission on September 18, 2021.
Locals Day Details
Locals Day will take place on September 18, 2021, from 10am until 6pm at the Northwest Montana History Museum, the Hockaday Museum of Art and the Conrad Mansion Museum. A representative will be at each museum location to stamp the pass cards when you enter each building. Anyone who collects tamps from all three museums will get the chance to when a raffle drawing for a grand prize. There will be multiple chances to win a variety of gits filled with items and gift certificates to local Flathead Valley Businesses. Admission for children under the age of 12 is free and $10 for everyone else. Each child in attendance will receive a scavenger hunt game that if completed and turned it will make them eligible to win a grand prize of their very own. There will be multiple chances to win. All children need to be accompanied by an adult to participate on Local’s Day.
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Do you like cars…how about coffee and donuts too? If you are a car enthusiast or if you have a car you want to show off, the NW Montana Cars and Coffee event is the event for you to attend. Twice a month, the event will take place at the Krispy Kreme Doughnuts store located at 2274 Hwy 93 N. in Kalispell, Montana. This Free event is hosted by ElevatioN and Montana Cars Shows & Cruises.
We hope that all kind of people and different cars will show up. So come on out for some donuts and coffee and cars.
NW Montana Cars and Coffee Information
On August 22, 2021, starting at 11am, come check out the Montana Cars Shows & Cruises. You never know who you might meet and what vehicles you may get to see at this great event. Remember, this event is free for everyone to attend.
About Elevation We are a local car organization wanting to have car enthusiasts come together for some great company and fun. Car shows, cruises and little meets. Originally 406Importfest but changed ownership and name at the beginning of 2017. The Flathead Valley and surrounding areas are known for people who are car enthusiasts of all types. We proudly represent everything from domestics to imports and everything in between.
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This may very well be the yummiest book you could ever sink your teeth into….and, of course, I really mean literally! If you have never heard or never participated in the Edible Book Contest & Feast, this is your opportunity to be part of something very special. Entries to the 4th Annual Edible Book Content can register from 1:30 to 2pm on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at the Whitefish Community Library. There will be be lots of great prizes to be won and of course a great feast, not to mention there will also be a book sale during the event.
The Whitefish Community Library has created this perfect mix of education and fun to entice a wide variety of participants. Whether you create a Frank In Stein or a Lard of the Rings edible arrangement, we invite everyone to put on their thinking caps and participate in this great event.
4th Annual Edible Book Contest Details
4th Annual Edible Book Contest Steps… Book: Figure out a title to recreate as something edible
Cook: Plan so your masterpiece is ready to bring to the Library on Friday Aug. 14th by 1:30pm to register your entry. We’ll congregate outdoors under the portico to keep the air flowing. Have your mask handy.
Look: Browse the competition, vote for the People’s Choice Award, and watch as every entry receives an award. Then, it’s time to FEAST! Yes, we will eat your masterpiece… Yum!
The 4th Annual Edible Book Contest is sponsored by Bookworks book shop and the Whitefish Community Library.
1:30-2pm: Register 2-2:30pm: Judging 2:30-3pm: Winners announced & Feast!
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