Festival of Flavors Grand Wine Tasting

Festival of Flavors Grand Wine Tasting

The Grand Wine Tasting is back! Join the FVCC Foundation as we host the Grand Wine Tasting in the new Wachholz College Center at FVCC on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 6pm. Enjoy a variety of wines provided by Fun Beverage, sample local cuisine, and bid in our live and silent auction. All proceeds benefit student scholarships at FVCC. Thank you to the Festival of Flavors 2022 sponsors for making these events possible. For more information, contact the FVCC Foundation office at foundation@fvcc.edu or 406.756.3632.

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The Rocky Horror Picture Show

the rocky Horror picture show

Dammit, Janet! The cult classic comes to Whitefish in this limited showing on screen – and live on stage!

Join us as we show the outrageous 1975 classic film while performing its music live on stage. Get ready to yell, laugh, sing, throw things, and do the Time Warp again!

PLEASE NOTE – This is Rocky Horror. It’s loud, it’s raunchy, it’s not for the kids.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show is renowned for its audience participation roles at different times and scenes during the film.  There will be ATP-appropriate props available for purchase online or at the theatre the night of the show for purchase as a $5 kit.  To encourage the safety and enjoyment of the film by all in attendance, any bags brought to the theater could be subjected to a search for inappropriate/non-allowable items.

The $5 kits include:

  • Balloon, Glow Stick, Newspaper, Time Warp Flier, Rubber Glove, Noisemaker, Confetti Popper, Toilet Paper, Party Hat, Sponge, Cards, Instructions, Bag.

So now we know what the kit will include, we’re new to this thing.  How do we use them, which ones that aren’t in the kit are also allowed OR are not allowed, and at what point in the movie do we use them?

This movie is all about participation but we also want to make sure the theater isn’t damaged, wrecked, or burned down (under NO circumstances should an open flame ever be used within the theatre).  People are absolutely encouraged to dress up and have fun, but there are just a few things we cannot and will not allow and they are listed below along with the items included in the $5 kit, as well as when to use them.

Another thing we ask is to please not throw things at the screen, it’s not new for sure, but it is functional and we want to keep it that way.  Besides, throwing things at the screen is pretty much just not cool.

PERFORMANCE INFO

October 31 – Halloween Showing at 8pm

LOCATION INFO

Alpine Theatre Project at the Mountain Center
(formerly Mountain Cinemas)
6475 Hwy 93 S, Whitefish (parking in rear)

PRODUCTION INFO

Screenplay by Richard O’Brien & Jim Sharman
Songs by Richard O’Brien
Film Produced by Lou Adler & Michael White
Film Distributed by 20th Century Fox
Film Directed by Jim Sharman
Production Conceived by Tracy McDowell & Jeremy Reinbolt
Stage Directed by Tracy McDowell & Betsi Morrison
Musical Direction by Jeremy Reinbolt

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Flathead Valley’s Premier Halloween Fall Festival

Flathead Valley's Premier Halloween Fall Festival

Halloween is such a fun time…for everyone of all ages. So, why not have even more fun at the Flathead Valley’s Premier Halloween Fall Festival?

Come enjoy bounce houses, laser tag, games and crafts, pumpkin carving and costume contests with cash prizes, professional fall photos, maze, hay rides, petting zoo with goats and highland cows and much more! Concessions on site including a hot chocolate bar, apple cider, coffee, fresh cotton candy, fresh popped popcorn, hot dogs, chili, nachos and assorted other cold drinks and packaged snacks and treats. Open from 4-7pm Friday and 10am-7pm Saturday and Sunday each weekend – October 21-23rd and 28-30th. See more details – HERE

Flathead Valley's Premier Halloween Fall Festival

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Glow Run

glow run

It is time to put a little glow on what our community can do to raise awareness for our homeless youth in the Flathead Valley. On October 14th and October 15th, we invite  you to participate in the Glow Run 2022 – a run, walk, dance and maybe even a little moonwalk. The Flathead Valley Exchange Club has teamed up with The Heart Locker to ask for a little bit help.  Bring in hats, gloves, coats, socks and/or underwear – all sizes and ages- to help support our homeless youth. One donation equals an opportunity to win a brand new Oculus Quest 2 virtual game consuls. Plus, there will be food trucks, kids zone, bake sale and even a run with a Chick-fil-A’s cow!! This is a great community event that is not to be missed and supported.

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Glow Run Details

GLOW RUN 2022. Run, Walk, Dance, Moonwalk!
5K mapped, timed and chipped event. Please come to 26 Village Loop for your swag bag and bib pickup October 14th 10:00 am- 6:00 pm & October 15th 4:00 – 5:00. This is a joint event with the Flathead Valley Exchange Club and the Heart Locker. If you can’t be present, please consider a small donation! Thank you so much. See more details HERE.

Heart Locker
The HEART Program encourages growth and graduation by helping meet the basic needs of Kalispell and Evergreen students struggling with homelessness. The HEART Locker is a facility that acts as a “store” at no cost for students to receive clothing, school, and hygiene supplies. The HEART Markets are located on School grounds to give supplemental nutrition to students in need of food.  The HEART Locker Learning Center is a location that allows students a quiet and safe space for school work. Learn more – HERE.
Flathead Valley Exchange Club
The Exchange Club is America’s Premier Service Club with over 600 clubs and 20,000 members across the United States. Learn more – HERE.
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Halloweentime at Clydesdale Outpost

Halloweentime at Clydesdale Outpost

What are you doing on Friday and Saturday Nights? Why not head over for spooky fun at Clydesdale Outpost. Halloweentime at Clydesdale Outpost will be lots of Halloween fun including a haunted hayride, photos with our Clydesdales, pumpkin patch, live music + more.
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Halloweentime at Clydesdale Outpost

Join friends and family for a suspenseful tractor-pulled hayride through our haunted forest… but beware… for the creatures of the night lay in wait and they are just dying to meet you. $18 per person of any age, non-refundable and 100% due up front online. Price will increase for walk ups and space is limited. Highly encouraged to book early.

SPOOKeasy
Hauntingly fun drinks await you at our SPOOKeasy bar with revenue supporting Flathead Warming Center who provide a warm, safe, low barrier facility for those in need.

Wicked Treats
Swirl will be whipping up some Halloween fun! With warm apple cider with caramel cotton candy toppers, themed cupcakes, gingerbread, pumpkin spice, and vanilla glow in the dark cotton candy.​ ​@swirlcottoncandy

Bonfire & Scary Stories

Live Music
All co-hosted by TOPOGRAPHY Team brokered by eXp Realty, Flathead Valley Mortgage and Treasure State Hospitality.
Check out our website for more information!
www.clydesdaleoutpost.com

Pumpkin Patch
Pick a pumpkin at our patch and get a picture for your insta feed.
100 Outpost Drive Whitefish, Montana 59937
‭(406) 285-1165‬ | howdy@clydesdaleoutpost.com

Directions from Downtown Whitefish:
Heading North on US Hwy 93 head into Whitefish, once in downtown take a left on E Second St and continue for just over 8 miles. Clydesdale Outpost Whitefish will be on your left with street sign that reads Outpost Drive.

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Creeptober: Slithering Snakes

Creeptober: Slithering Snakes

Do snakes just creep you out? Have you ever wanted to learn a little bit more about them? On Saturday, October 8, 2022, starting at 7pm until 8pm, head on over to the Lone Pine State Park for Creeptober: Slithering Snakes.

A lot of people don’t like snakes. But, should we really be as scared of them as we are? Come meet Camo, the park’s resident bull snake, and learn all about what we love about these slithering critters found in Montana.

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Creeptober: Slithering Snakes Details

Saturday, October 8, 2022 – 7pm-8pm

Location: Lone Pine State Park

FREE

Don’t miss out on this great fun. To  learn more and to registrar. Call the visitor center at (406) 755-2706 Ext. 0 to register, as space is limited. Cost is FREE  but $8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles. Lone Pine State Park overlooks feature breathtaking Flathead Valley vistas. On a clear day, you can see Flathead Lake, Big Mountain, the Jewel Basin and Glacier National Park. Learn more – HERE.

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Whitefish Trail Legacy Run

Whitefish Trail Legacy Run

Do you think you are ready for the 50K Mountain Ultra? Maybe a 5k, 10k or family run is more you style? Good news, the Whitefish Trail Legacy run will take place October 1-2, 2022. On Saturday, the 50K Mountain Ultra will take place starting in Depot Park, climbing to the summit of Big Mountain and finishing in downtown Whitefish. On Sunday, there will be half marathon, 10K, 5K and family run that will take runners through Whitefish Trail in Beaver Lakes. All runners will receive FREE entry into Oktoberfest, a beer and food, a custom race buff (neck gaiter), Hammer nutrition products, and a custom 50k finisher patch. Awards to be announced. 

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Whitefish Trail Legacy Run Details

 

EVENT: 50K MOUNTAIN RUN
Saturday October 1st – Presented by Hammer Nutrition, the 50k Mountain Run course will start and finish at the Great Northwest Oktoberfest in Depot Park in downtown Whitefish. Runners will climb to the summit of Big Mountain via the Whitefish Trail in Haskill, Whitefish Mountain Resort trails, and Flathead National Forest trails.

Of the 31 mile course, approximately 25 miles is on natural surface, single-track trails, and 6 miles is on paved roads and bike paths leaving and re-entering the City of Whitefish. The lollipop/loop section in Flathead National Forest and Whitefish Mountain Resort is approximately 16 miles in length. Runners will utilize 5.5 miles of the Whitefish Trail in both directions to access Flathead National Forest and Whitefish Mountain Resort. See the approximate race course map. Total elevation gain is approximately 6,000 feet. We will provide a map and GPS file to all registrants.

Event Date: Saturday October 1, 2022
Start Time: 7:00am MDT
End Time: 5:00pm MDT
Registration Limit: 240 spots left.
Price: $130.00 Race Fee + $9.04 SignUp Fee
Registration: Registration ends September 30, 2022 at 11:59pm MDT

EVENT: HALF MARATHON
Sunday, October 2nd – Brought to you by Whitefish Therapy and Sport Center, the Half Marathon will explore protected lands and scenic lakes in the Beaver Lakes area of the Whitefish Trail. Starting at the Whitefish Bike Retreat, runners will explore 100% single track around Rainbow Lake, Woods Lake, Dollar Lake, Little Beaver Lake. The half marathon course has a total elevation gain of around 2,000 feet. Final course and start times subject to change.

All runners will receive FREE food and beverages, a custom race buff (neck gaiter), Hammer nutrition products, and a custom finisher patch. Awards to be announced.
Event Date: Sunday October 2, 2022
Start Time: 9:40am MDT
End Time: 2:00pm MDT
Registration Limit: 51 spots left.
Price: $85.00 Race Fee + $6.43 SignUp Fee
Registration: Registration ends October 1, 2022 at 11:59pm MDT

EVENT: 10K+
Sunday October 2nd – The 10k will start and finish at the Whitefish Bike Retreat and will take runners to the shore of Beaver Lake on the Whitefish Trail. This course has some sections of dirt roads. Total elevation gain for the 10k is around 750 feet. Final course and start times subject to change.

All runners will receive FREE food and beverages, a custom race buff (neck gaiter), Hammer nutrition products, and a custom finisher patch. Awards to be announced.
Event Date: Sunday October 2, 2022
Start Time: 10:30am MDT
End Time: 2:00pm MDT
Registration Limit: 43 spots left.
Price: $60.00 Race Fee + $4.98 SignUp Fee
Registration: Registration ends October 1, 2022 at 11:59pm MDT

EVENT: 5K+
Sunday October 2nd – The 5k+ will start and end at the Whitefish Bike Retreat and will explore single-track on the South Beaver loop. This course is slightly longer than 5k at ~3.4 miles. Elevation gain for the 5k+ is approximately 500 feet. Final course and start times subject to change.

All runners will receive FREE food and beverages, a custom race buff (neck gaiter), Hammer nutrition products, and a custom finisher patch. Awards to be announced.
Event Date: Sunday October 2, 2022
Start Time: 10:45am MDT
End Time: 2:00pm MDT
Registration Limit: 64 spots left.
Price: $45.00 Race Fee + $4.11 SignUp Fee
Registration: Registration ends October 1, 2022 at 11:59pm MDT

EVENT: FAMILY FUN RUN
Sunday October 2nd – The family-fun run will start and end at the Whitefish Bike Retreat, exploring the Whitefish Trail and dirt forest access roads. This elevation gain for this 2-mile loop is approximately 250 feet. Final course and start times subject to change.

All runners will receive FREE food and beverages, a custom race buff (neck gaiter), Hammer nutrition products, and a custom finisher patch. Awards to be announced.
Event Date: Sunday October 2, 2022
Start Time: 11:00am MDT
End Time: 2:00pm MDT
Price: $20.00 Race Fee + $2.66 SignUp Fee
Registration: Registration ends October 1, 2022 at 11:59pm MDT

Learn more – HERE

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Soles of the Flathead Dancing with the Stars

Soles of the Flathead, Dancing with the Stars

Soles of the Flathead Dancing with the Stars is a community star-studded extravaganza…the Flathead Warming Center’s inaugural signature fundraising gala. This red-carpet event will showcase local celebrities in a dazzling performance competition. The event takes place on Friday, September 23, 2022, at the Hilton Garden In in Kalispell  starting at 6pm.

The evening will include dinner and an explosion of dance and music, all to support the Flathead Warming Center “Warm & Safe Season 2022-2023”. Grab your black tie or best duds. It’s Montana “formal” attire.

Capacity at each table is 8 seats. Seating will be assigned. If your group would like to be seated with another group, please email cammijspeck@gmail.com. Get your Tickets – HERE.

Want to enjoy a night or weekend getaway at the Hilton Garden Inn? Call 406-756-4500 and share code: DWSTAR for a discounted room rate! Code expires Sept. 3rd, 2022!

Warming center & Warming center

The mission of the Flathead Warming Center is to save lives, link resources, and encourage dignity through low-barrier access to a warm safe place for those in need.. We provide seasonal, low barrier access to night shelter services regardless of an individual or family’s personal barriers to housing security. We provide showers, laundry, light food, and onsite resources throughout the year. Learn more – HERE.

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Great Northwest Oktoberfest

Great Northwest Oktoberfest

Are you ready to enjoy some great German Food, Drinks, Music, Dancing and so much more? The Great Northwest Oktoberfest 2022 will take place September 22 through 24 and September 29 through October 1, 2022, at the Depot Park in downtown Whitefish. There will be lots of contests including a Stein Holding, Log Sawing, Keg Hurling and Kids’ Chicken dance. But, don’t forget about the great food and beer to be enjoyed as well. Learn more at the Great Northwest Oktoberfest 2022 –  http://www.whitefishoktoberfest.com/

Oktoberfest

Great Northwest Oktoberfest 2022 Details

Great Northwest Oktoberfest 2022 Admission

Admission is $8; kids 12 and under are free when accompanied by a parent. Great Northwest Oktoberfest 2022 Tickets are available only at the gate, but have no fear … there’s plenty of room for all!

Get ready for authentic German beer, food, music and dancing, with entertainment provided by Europa — one of America’s most sought-after Oktoberfest bands — as well as Pech und Schwefel, direct from the Austrian Alps! And on Saturday afternoons, it’s the Flathead’s own German orchestra, the Bavarian Echoes!

Then it’s time for you to get into act, by entering one of our hourly audience participation contests, like log sawing, stein holding, or chicken dancing. And don’t forget…

Thursday, Sept 22 is “Locals Night” — Flathead County residents (with valid ID) get in free of charge for our Opening Night extravaganza!

Saturday, Sept. 24 is “Family Day” — Kids 12 and under (with parents) get in free for a full afternoon of festivities outdoors in the Oktoberfest Beer Garden.

Date, Times & Location

Thursday, Sept. 22 5 to 11 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 23 5 to 11 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 24 12 noon to 11 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 29 5 to 11 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 30 5 to 11 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 1 12 noon to 11 p.m.

The Great Northwest Oktoberfest is set to return to Depot Park in beautiful downtown Whitefish this year, with plenty of free parking available in-and-around the downtown area!

Addition general information:

Leave Fido at home: Sorry, no pets allowed at Oktoberfest.

Parking: Due to parking availability (& to save gas!) we recommend carpooling to Oktoberfest.

ATM: Cash is King at Oktoberfest … so we’ll have ATM machines available on-premises for festival-goers.

Contests and Activities

Oktoberfest is chock full of fun contests & activities on both weekends!

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’)

Keg Hurling

Kid’s Chicken Dance Contests [Saturdays at 2:45pm]

There’s no entry fee, and participants can sign up 1/2 hour before each contest at the table to the left of the Oktoberfest stage. (No sign up necessary for the Chicken Dance Contest.)

Special Competitions:

Sept. 28-29 — The 2022 Oktoberfest Hop Queen Pageant
Join us at the Firebrand Hotel on from 6–8 p.m. on Wednesday Sept. 28 for the “Hop Queen Qualifier,” to meet the Hop Queen candidates and enjoy music by Pech und Schlefel. Then be under the Bigtop on Thursday Sept. 29 to cast your vote, and see who gets crowned!

Oct. 1 — Men’s and Ladies Stein-Holding Grand Championships
Be in front of the Main Stage at 9 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!

Schedule of Events

Thursday, September 22
5:00 pm Oktoberfest officially opens! • Local’s Night – Flathead residents 21 & older get in free!

5:30 pm Back by popular demand… The Europa Band

6:15 pm Keg-Tapping Ceremonies & the arrival of the Oktoberfest Hop Queen • Mens Stein-Holding Contest

6:45 pm Polka, Oom-pah, & more by Europa

7:45 pm Ladies Stein-Holding Contest

8:15 pm Great dance music by Europa

9:00 pm Men’s Stein-Holding

9:30 pm More great music by The Europa Band

Friday, September 23
5:00 pm Oktoberfest Bigtop & Beer Garden open!

5:30 pm Great Oktoberfest music by Europa

6:15 pm Men’s Stein-Holding Contest

7:00 pm Music by The Europa Band

7:45 pm Ladies Stein-Holding

8:15 pm Polka, waltzes, oom-pah and more by Europa

9:00 pm Men’s & Ladies Stein-Holding Contest

9:30 pm Music by The Europa Band

Saturday, September 24
12:00 pm Oktoberfest Bigtop & Beer Garden open! • Kids Day activities from Noon to 5 pm

12:30 pm Men’s Stein-Holding Contest

1:00 pm Great German music by The Bavarian Echoes

2:00 pm Ladies Stein-Holding contest

2:00-5:00 pm Pet a Clydesdale from the Clydesdale Outpost!

2:30 pm Polka, waltzes, & more with The Bavarian Echoes

3:15 pm Kids Day Chicken Dance Championships

3:30 pm Men’s Stein-Holding contest

4:00 pm Authentic Oktoberfest music by The Bavarian Echoes

5:00 pm Ladies Stein-Holding

5:30 pm Great Oktoberfest music by Europa

6:15 pm Men’s and Ladies Keg-Hurling

6:45 pm Music by The Europa Band

7:30 pm Men’s Stein-Holding Contest

8:00 pm Polka, waltzes, oom-pah and more by Europa

8:45 pm Ladies Stein-Holding

9:30 pm Music by The Europa Band

10:30 pm Last Call!

Thursday, September 29
5:00 pm Oktoberfest officially opens for Week 2!

5:30 pm Direct from Austria… Pech und Schwefel takes the stage!

6:15 pm Keg-Tapping Ceremonies & the arrival of the Oktoberfest Royalty • Mens Stein-Holding Contest

6:45 pm Polka, Oom-pah, & more by Pech und Schwefel

7:30 pm Ladies Stein-Holding Contest

8:15 pm Great dance music by Pech und Schwefel

9:00 pm Crowning of the 2022-23 Hop Queen! • Mens Stein-Holding

9:30 pm More great music from Pech und Schwefel

Friday, September 30
5:00 pm Oktoberfest Bigtop & Beer Garden open!

5:30 pm Great Oktoberfest music by Pech und Schwefel

6:15 pm Ladies’ Stein-Holding

6:45 pm Music by Pech und Schwefel

7:45 pm Men’s’ Stein-Holding Contest

8:15 pm Polka, waltzes, oom-pah and more by Pech und Schwefel

9:00 pm Men’s & Ladies’ Stein-Holding Contests

9:30 pm Music by Pech und Schwefel

Saturday, October 1
12 noon Oktoberfest Bigtop & Beer Garden open!

12:30 pm Men’s Stein-Holding Contest

1:00 pm Great German music by The Bavarian Echoes

2:00 pm Ladies Stein-Holding contest

2:30 pm Polka, waltzes, & more with The Bavarian Echoes

3:15 pm Kids’ Day Chicken Dance Championships

3:30 pm Men’s Stein-Holding contest

4:15 pm Authentic Oktoberfest music by The Bavarian Echoes

5:00 pm Ladies Stein-Holding

5:30 pm Great Oktoberfest music by Pech und Schwefel

6:15 pm Men’s and Ladies Keg-Hurling Contests

6:45 pm Music by Pech und Schwefel

7:30 pm Men’s’ Stein-Holding Contest

8:15 pm Polka, waltzes, oom-pah and more by Pech und Schwefel

9:00 pm Grand Finals — 2022 Stein-Holding Championships!

9:30 pm Music by Pech und Schwefel

10:30 pm Last Call — we’ll see you in 2023!

Music

The Europa Band
One of the top Oktoberfest bands in the country — Europa — is back by popular demand for their 10th 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. the first weekend of Oktoberfest, Sept. 22-24. Check out the band and their music at: http://www.theeuropaband.com/

Pech und Schwefel
This year we’re excited to welcome Pech und Schwefel — a four-piece band from the Austrian Alps who play at top Oktoberfests across Europe and the world! They’ll be touring the U.S. this fall, entertaining Oktoberfesters from coast to coast with a unique mix of traditional Bavarian favorites and their signature country/rock/polka-fusion! Check out their website at www.pechundschwefel.at

The Bavarian Echoes
Taking the stage on Saturday afternoons from 1-5 p.m. are the Bavarian Echoes, the Flathead Valley’s own 20-piece Oktoberfest Orchestra. Check them out under the Oktoberfest Bigtop … and have the kids close-by at 2:45 p.m., for the Chicken Dance Championships!

Food

A half-dozen great local food trucks and mobile vendors will be on-hand for the festival, including:
406 BBQ (Menu)

Tico’s Tacos (Menu)

Montana Mountain Dawgs (Menu)

Piroshki Palace (Menu)

KnucklHed BBQ (Menu)

Dave’s Gelato (Menu)

Drinks & Beer

Hofbrau Beers on-tap:
Oktoberfest

Dunkel

Original Lager

Hefeweizen

Bayern Brewery beers on-tap:
Bayern Oktoberfest

Amber Lager

St. Walter Hefeweizen

Pilsner Lager

Dragon’s Breath Dark Hefeweizen

Wine, seltzer, cider, N/A beer, water & soda will also be available for non-beer drinkers

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St. Luke Foundation Dinner and Auction

On Friday, September 9, 2022, the St. Luke Foundation Dinner and Auction will take place at the Ronan Community Center. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. with a no-host bar and silent auction. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m., followed by a live auction. An online auction will be offered again this year as well, running from Wednesday, September 7th through Sunday, the 11th. Proceeds from the event will help fund improvements to the St. Luke Extended Care Facility.

St. Luke Foundation Dinner 7 Auction

St. Luke Foundation Dinner and Auction Details

Date: Friday, September 9, 2022

Time: starts at 6pm

Location: Ronan Community Center

Ticket Price: $75

Learn more about the event – HERE.

About St. Luke Community Center

From the moment our doors first opened in 1953, St. Luke Community Healthcare has grown to become an example of great things that can happen when a hospital is owned and operated by the community it serves. The mission of St. Luke Community Healthcare is to be an integral component of the communities of the Mission Valley through the delivery of personal, compassionate, quality healthcare in a dignified manner that values our patients, clients, and residents who are the very reason for our existence. Learn more – HERE.

406 Buzz Montana News

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!