Free Rodeo & Showtime Film Day

Rodeo Showtime

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.

Rodeo Showtime

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

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5k for the Kids

PTA Run 5K For the Kids

On Your Marks! Get Set! Go! The Make A Wish Foundation’s 5k for the Kids will take place at the PTA Physical Therapy Clinic on Whitefish State Road in Kalispell, Montana, on Saturday, May 14, 2022. The event will be filled with family-friendly fun including a silent auction and a BBQ for participants. This race will not be chip timed, it’s a fun run to raise money for the kids! All proceeds will go to the Make a Wish Foundation.

All are welcome to participate, bring your most comfy shoes and strollers. This is a fun run to raise money for the kids! All proceeds will go to the Make a Wish Foundation.

5k for the kids Logo

5k for the Kids Details

Saturday, May 14, 2022

10:30am-1:00pm

105 Village Loop, Kalispell, MT 59901

Cost: $35

Sign up – HERE.

Did you know that there is a silent auction? To view the most up to date list of silent auction items visit https://www.32auctions.com/PTA5k2022

5k for the Kids has a lot of wonderful sponsors including Spot to Talk, Corwin, Shield Arms, Applied Materials, The Pilates Scene, Flathead Lake Brewing Co, Whitefish Mountain Resort, Flathead Electric Cooperative, Glacier Bank, Valley Bank, Farmers State Bank, Ceres Bakery, Halo Salon & Spa, World Gym, Montana Coffee Traders, Tamarack Brewing Company, The wave, Sherwin Williams, Sportsman & Ski Haus, Great Northern Dental Care, Glacier Raft Company, Larry’s Fly & Supply, and Hold Stage Hideway, just to name a few. Learn more about how you can support and participate in this great event- click HERE – for more information.

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Free Family Funfest

Free Family Funfest

On May 13, 2022, starting at 4pm, come on out to the Depot Park in Kalispell for the Free Family Funfest. There will be a band, hot dogs, hamburgers, and tons of kids’ activities with prizes! See more about the Free Family Funfest – HERE.

Free Family Funfest and Youth Dynamics Logo

Free Family Funfest Details

May 13, 2022

4-7pm

Depot Park

About Youth Dynamics

Mental & Behavioral Health Services for Montana Kids & Families
We see a bright future for your child & family! Youth Dynamics provides strength-based, client-centered, supportive mental health services to children and families. At Youth Dynamics we don’t believe in wait listing families. We believe in getting your child into mental health services as soon as he or she needs them! Youth Dynamics is committed to providing comprehensive and progressive trauma sensitive behavioral health services to meet the ever-changing needs of youth and families. Learn more – HERE.

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Spring Into Safety – Kid’s Day

Are you ready for a fun, FREE event for kids? On Saturday, April 7, 2022, starting at 11am, head on over to Northwest Montana Fairgrounds the 6th Annual Spring into Safety Kid’s Day. This free event is all about kid’s safety starting with Roundup for Safety providing more than 1,000 free bicycle helmets. Plus, kids are invited to bring their bikes for a maintenance check, and they can even check out the MHP road safety course. There will also be kid’s games, face painting, bouncy houses, and other activities. In addition, there will be more than 30 community programs, A.L.E.R.T. and Tow Bear Air Helicopters, Area Police, Fire, EMS and Search & Rescue will all be available to answer questions.

6th annual spring into safety kid's day

Spring Into Safety Details

Saturday, May 7, 2022, 11am – 3pm

Trade Center at Northwest Montana Fairgrounds

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Flathead Kennel Club of Montana Canine Expo 2022

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 Logo

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

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Native Seed Planting – ImagineIF Library

Native Seed Plantings

Do you like to plant? Have you ever wanted to teach your children how a plant grows? Well, this is your opportunity to have a little bit of planting fun while expanding your child’s knowledge of science. Come discover the science initiatives that ImagineIF Libraries will be hosting this year and participate in the launch of our new Native Plant Garden. Plant and take home a native Montana seedling, care for it and then return it to the library to be added to the garden or give it a forever home in your own yard!

Native Seed Planting & Library logo

Native Seed Planting Details

Kalispell: April 4-9 – 10am til 6pm
Bigfork: April 12-16 – 10am til 6pm
Columbia Falls: April 18-23 – 10am til 6pm

Learn more – HERE. 

New Science Tools Available At ImagineIf Libraries

ImagineIF is excited to announce Science Connect: Lending Tools For Discovery, a new service that allows patrons to check out science kits or a Reflector Telescope. In partnership with Arizona State University and SciStarter, ImagineIF is offering two Citizen Science Kits for checkout – Measuring Light in the Night Kit and Exploring Biodiversity.

In addition, Imagine IF Libraries has partnered with The University of Montana spectrUM Discovery Area in Missoula and the O.P. and W.E. Edwards Foundation to provide an Orion Starblast 4.5″ Altazimuth Reflector telescope for check out. Learn more – HERE.

HERE’S HOW SCIENCE CONNECT WORKS:

  • An ImagineIF library card is needed to check out a device
  • 14-day lending period, with no renewals
  • Devices will be held for pickup for 7 days and must be returned in person, not in book drops
  • Overdue fines will be charged on all devices returned over 7 days late

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Annual Chili Cook-Off

Chili Cook Off

Do you have what it takes to cook the best chili in the Valley? But, if you do not want to cook, how are you at eating? On Saturday, April 2, 2022, from 1pm until 4pm, at the Kalispell Elks Lodge & Event Center. Guests can enjoy all the chili that can be eaten including the fix-ens all for $10. Plus, children 12 and under are free. My True Freedom band will be performing live throughout the event. So, come on out to the Annual Chili Cook-Off and have some fun selecting the best chili chef.

Annual Chili Cook-Off Details

1st Place-$100
2nd Place-$75
3rd Place-$50
Peoples Choice- $25 & Bragging Apron
To Enter the Annual Chili Cook-Off Competition you can Email – vvacookoff21@gmail.com or Call – (406)309-0953

Learn more – HERE.

About Kalispell Elks Lodge & Event Center

Elks Lodges are more than just a building, golf course or pool. They are places where neighbors come together, families share meals, and children grow up. Elks invest in their communities through programs that help children grow up healthy and drug-free, meet the needs of today’s veterans, and improve the quality of life. Since 1868, millions and millions of Americans have joined the Elks. Learn more – HERE.

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Hockaday ARTS IN THE PARK

Arts in the Park

There is nothing like a weekend filled with arts, crafts, music, food and fun. The Hockaday Arts in the Park festival is certainly a local favorite. This festival is one of the longest running arts festivals in Montana. The festival is held in the Kalispell Depot Park in the center of Downtown Kalispell Friday through Saturday, July 15 to 17, 2022. Guests will expect to enjoy juried art and craft booths, food and specialty booths, live music and entertainment, premium wine and beer garden and lots of fun children’s activities.

Hockaday Museum of Art Logo & ARTS IN THE PARK

Hockaday ARTS IN THE PARK Details

Arts in the Park is a benefit event for the Hockaday Museum of Art. All admission proceeds support the Museum in its mission and programs.
For your safety, Arts in the Park will be following all CDC and health department requirements regarding COVID-19 health requirements including masking, social distancing and increased sanitization measures.

Admission is $5 for a 3-day unlimited pass (which also grants you admission to the Museum during or after the festival), and children under 12 are free. Buy your pass button in advance at the museum! Learn more about the Hockaday Arts in the Park – HERE.

Hours:
Fri July 15: 10-6
Sat July 16: 10-6
Sun July 17: 10-4
Fun volunteer opportunities for this summer event! Email: communications@hockadaymuseum.org

Hockaday Museum of Art

The cultural history of the Flathead Valley and Glacier National Park
The Hockaday Museum of Art itself is housed in a stunning classical-revival-style building, originally erected as the town library in 1901. In addition to rotating exhibits, it has a permanent “Crown of the Continent” exhibition that features 15 historic Glacier National Park murals, as well as work from some of the best-known Western artists, including Charles M. Russell and O.C. Seltzer. Learn more – HERE

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Cloverfest

COVERFEST

It is time to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Columbia Falls at the Annual Cloverfest 2022. The Columbia Falls Area Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to wear green and celebrate at this family-friendly event. The Cloverfest will feature live music, multiple bands, performance by local musicians playing bagpipe and instruments, a 5k run, 1 mile fun run, food trucks, beer and distillery garden, themed competitions, kids carnival and so much more.

Cloverfest 2022

Cloverfest 2022 Details

Schedule of Events:

  • 11:00am-2:00pm: Kids Carnival, FREE facepainting, and live music from the Montana Bagpiper
  • 11:00am: Cloverfest 5k
  • 12:00pm: Cloverfest Fun Run
  • 1:00 Live Music, Sylvie and Nina Trio
  • 2:30pm: St Patrick’s Day Activities and Games, including split the pot bingo
  • 4:00pm: Live Music, Swiftcurrent Trio
  • 5:30pm: St Patrick’s Day Activities and Games
  • 7:00pm-9:00PM: Live Music, The Montana Shamrockers

Location: Super 1 Foods Parking Lot. 2100 9th Street West, Columbia Falls. The 5k, Fun Run and kids carnival will be outside, but the live music, competitions and other fun will be inside a heated, enclosed party tent!

Featured Breweries: Sacred Waters Brewing and Backslope Brewing

Featured Distillery: Glacier Distilling Company

Featured Food Trucks: Piroshki Palace, Montana Mountain Dawgs, 406 BBQ

Cost: The price to enter the big tent, listen to the live music and have the opportunity to participate in the themed competitions is $10.00/person, kids 12 and under are free. ID check required by all attendees upon entrance to the tent.

Cloverfest 5k: $30.00/person

The Cloverfest 5k is a timed 5k starting at11:00am on Saturday, March 12th 2022. The race will start and end at Super 1 Foods in Columbia Falls, Montana.  Entry fee is $30/racer, which includes an official time, standings and a race shirt. 5K is open to runners and walkers. Register by February 28th, 2022 to be guaranteed a race shirt.

Top Male and Female Medals Given Out in the Following Categories: 14 and Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

Packet Pick Up: Friday, March 11th, 6-8pm, Orthorehab Physical Therapy – Columbia Falls. (500 12th Ave W, Suite 2F, Inside Cedar Palace Medical Center)

Cloverfest Fun Run : $15.00/person

The Cloverfest Fun Run is a mile long run/walk starting at 12:00pm on Saturday, March 12th 2022. The fun run is open to adults and children of all ages, infant strollers welcomed!  $15/person to participate, which includes a race shirt and swag bag from Hammer Nutrition. Dress in green as there will be a costume contest at the end of the race as well as other themed awards! Register by February 28th, 2022 to be guaranteed a race shirt.

Themed Awards include Most “Cloverly” Dressed, Better Luck Next Year, In Pursuit of the Gold, Ready to Shamrock, Golden Achiever, & Youngest Leprechaun.

Packet Pick Up: Friday, March 11th, 6-8pm, Orthorehab Physical Therapy – Columbia Falls. (500 12th Ave W, Suite 2F, Inside Cedar Palace Medical Center)

Kids Carnival: 11:00am-2:00pm

Bring the whole family for an exciting St. Patrick’s themed kids carnival! FREE face painting by Ladybug face painting, sponsored by Schellinger Construction, carnival games, live music, food trucks and more during the carnival! Tickets to play the games are $1.00/ticket or an arms length for only $10.00. Wear your green and have some good old family fun!

All games are 1 ticket. Tickets sold at the carnival, 1 for $1.00 or $10.00 for an arms length.

Kids Carnival Volunteers: Boys and Girls Club of Glacier Country, Gateway to Glacier Trails, Montana Sky Insurance and Whitefish Credit Union

K-5 Students: Enter the Cloverfest coloring contest by Friday, March 4th. Prizes for each grade are as follows: 1st Place: 10 free carnival tickets, 2nd Place: 5 free carnival tickets, 3rd Place: 3 free carnival tickets. Return your page to your classroom teacher or mail completed page to Columbia Falls Area Chamber, Box 312, Columbia Falls 59912.

We will feature three different bands throughout the day. Check out the line up below! Cost is $10.00/person. ID check required prior to entering.

Live Music Schedule:

10:30-12:30: Montana Bagpiper

1:00-2:30pm: Sylvie and Nina

4:00-5:30pm: Swiftcurrent Trio

7:00-9:00pm: The Montana Shamrockers

Competitions throughout the Day!

Throughout the day we will have themed competitions for participants of all ages. Brush up on your Irish trivia and dancing. This will be a day you won’t want to miss out on!

More Information: 406-892-2072, director@columbiafallschamber.org

Click here for more details

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Pancake Breakfast

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There is something so wonderful when it comes to a nice big breakfast and of course pancakes! On Saturday, March 19, 2022, from 8 am until 11 am, head over to the Whitefish Foursquare Church located at 233 Kalispell Avenue in Whitefish for a Pancake Breakfast. There will be pancakes, sausage, bacon, scrambled eggs, coffee, juice and tea. All of the proceeds will benefit the Flathead Celtic Festival 501 (c) 3. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for kids ages 10 and under. Learn more about the pancake breakfast on the Flathead Celtic Festival – HERE

Flathead Valley Festival & Games Logo & Pancake BreakfastThe Pancake Breakfast & the Flathead Celtic Festival

The Flathead Celtic Festival is an organization dedicated to promoting, preserving, and exposing our community to Celtic culture for the educational benefit of the people in this region and its visitors. The organization provides education through locals and visitors to music, dance, history, ancestry, language, food, crafts, and traditional athletic events in public venues as well as utilizing the corporation’s website to provide facts, statistics, and other related data on Celtic Nations. 

Our programs include holding fundraising events in order to promote our agenda and create funds to make the festival fiscally viable and sustainable for years to come.

The Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser is a great way to support the upcoming Flathead Celtic Festival which will take place on September 9-10, 2022 at the Centennial Farm in Kalispell. All of the proceeds benefit the Flathead Celtic Festival. Mark your calendars because on April 5, the Feis Fundraiser will take place at backslope brewing in Columbia Falls. Learn more – HERE

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