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Canoe Trip with a Naturalist

Recreation 406-327-0405 Join naturalist Lee Metzgar for a basic canoe class, followed by a trip on the river, studying local wildlife, geology and more. The center also offers an evening bat walk with Kristi DuBois, 10:30 p.m. Aug. 2. Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Montana Natural History Center 120 Hickory St. Missoula, MT. For more info visit www.montananaturalist.org.

Clark Fork River Market

Shopping The Clark Fork River Market provides a lively and scenic setting for buying locally-produced fruits and vegetables, meats, poultry, fish, organic dairy products, plants, flowers, fresh handcrafted pastas, baked goods, honey, salsa, jams and jellies, wool goods and other wares from area farmers, ranchers and chefs. Breakfast, lunch, espresso, coffee, tea and cold drinks are also available, along with plenty of seating for customers who want to relax and enjoy the festive market atmosphere. Live music adds to the festivities from 11am to 1pm, with occasional entertainment from solo artists from 9am to 11am. Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM. under the Higgins Bridge, in the Riverside Parking Lot, just east of Caras Park and the Wilma Building in downtown Missoula.

Stevensville Farmers Market

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce Call 777-3626 or 777-2473. Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Stevensville.

Totem Peak Farmer’s Market in Victor

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce Call Laura Craig 961-0004. Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM.

2008 Montana Volleyball: Bradley

Sports For tickets call 406-243-4051 or 1-888-MONTANA. Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. West Auxiliary Gym of the Adams Center Missoula, MT.

Eureka Farmer’s Market

Glacier Country Eureka Farmer’s Market every Saturday May 17- to end of September @ River Side Park. Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. River Side Park.

Thompson Falls Market

Glacier Country In a time where produce is shipped to Montana from as far away as China and products are made on the other side of the world, the Thompson Falls Market is a celebration of locally grown and hand crafted products. Discover how delicious regionally grown produce is! Find jewelry, exceptional baked good, perfectly sweet jams and jellies, and more. Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. West Lot of the Falls Motel, Thompson Falls, MT. For more info visit www.thompsonfallsmarket.com.

Ready? Set ... Read!

Kids This early literacy program includes storytime and a fun activity. Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:30am. Age Group: Kids Phone: 541 PLAY. Saturday, August 30, 2008, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Missoula Children's Museum 225 W Front, Missoula. For more info visit www.learnplayimagine.org.

Free 4 All Regatta

Free 4 All Regatta hosted by the University of Montana Rowing Club Come out to Salmon Lake Saturday August 30th for a fun filled afternoon of racing and competition just for your man powered boat and help support the University of Montana Rowing Club. Competitions will begin at noon with registration starting at 11am. Registration costs are $5 in advance and $10 on day of Regatta. Please no motorized or wind powered craft entrys. For information or registration please call (408) 531.1307 or e-mail at vanessa.emily.h@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!!! Saturday, August 30, 2008, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Salmon Lake.

Saddle-up and Paint!

24 Plein Air artists will paint and sculpt the landscape of Saddlehorn. Auction Steak dinner on Saturday August 30. proceeds benefit the Bigfork Musuem of Art & History Call Saddlehorn for tickets 837-6500. Saturday, August 30, 2008, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Flathead Lake Lodge/Elk Ranch.

Campfire Programs

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce 406-273-4253 In addition to these informative presentations, the park offers demonstrations on a variety of Corps of Discovery topics each weekend, including gun-making and Native American games. Dining with the Corps of Discovery, noon-4 p.m. Aug. 9-10, 16-17, 23-24 and 30-31, offers samples of such delicacies as hominy and sunflower cakes and grilled mussels. Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Traveler's Rest State Park 6550 Mormon Creek Road Lolo, MT. For more info visit www.travelersrest.org.

Sam and Karl

Glacier Country Cost: Free Sam and Karl, the heart and soul, respectively, of The Guitar Boys, play from 7 to 10:30 PM at The Cottage Inn in Kila. Call 755-4572. Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM. The Cottage Inn.

"Clarence Darrow"

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce 406-375-9050 The famous attorney reminisces over his long and renowned career, retelling this story with salty humor, courtroom gusto and human relish. Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Hamilton Playhouse 100 Ricketts Road Hamilton, MT.

Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island

Glacier Country Alpine Theatre Project presents Academy Award winner Olympia Dukakis in her wild adaptation of Shakespeare's The Tempest: a tale of love, revenge, and redemption. Also starring legendary actors Louis Zorich, David Ackroyed and a host of professionals from around the country. Don't miss this world-premiere play directed by and starring one of the nation's greatest actors! Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island will be performed at the Whitefish Middle School Theatre downtown at 600 2nd Street. For more info visit www.alpinetheatreproject.org.

2008 Montana Volleyball: North Dakota State

Sports For tickets call 406-243-4051 or 1-888-MONTANA. Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. West Auxiliary Gym of the Adams Center Missoula, MT.

Valley Farmers Market

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 PM – Sunday, August 31, 2008, 12:30 AM. Bedford & 3rd St in Hamilton.

Classes at the Downtown Dance Collective

Join us for the most exciting dance and exercise classes in Missoula! Sign up online! Classes and Workshops begin May 19th. Sunday, August 31, 2008. 121 West Main Street.

Demo Derby

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce Sunday, August 31, 2008. Ravalli County Fair Grounds.

LittleBirds Market Place

Glacier Country More information Contact Vicki at 677-FOOD or LIttlebird@blackfoot.net. Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. On the Lawn at Littlebird's Schoolhouse Café.

Sundays in the Summer Music Series

The Daly Mansion will be presenting entertainment by local musicians in the Gazebo on Sundays at Noon during the summer months. Admissions to the performances will be free. Donations to support local musicians may be accepted. To get information regarding the line-up and the schedule or to book your band, call the Mansion at 363-6004 ext. 3#. Sunday, August 31, 2008, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Daly Mansion.

"Clarence Darrow"

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce 406-375-9050 The famous attorney reminisces over his long and renowned career, retelling this story with salty humor, courtroom gusto and human relish. Sunday, August 31, 2008, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Hamilton Playhouse 100 Ricketts Road Hamilton, MT.

Red's Matt Jones

Glacier Country Red's Matt Jones Cost: Free Matt Jones plays solo jazz and improvisational piano at Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell from 5 to 7 PM, a perfect way to relax into a Mon. evening. Call 755-9463. Sunday, August 31, 2008, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell.

Steve Eckels - wed Flathead Every Wednesday

Glacier Country Cost: Free Let Steve Eckels wind down your weekend with live classical guitar from 6 to 9 PM at The Cottage in Kila. Call 755-4572. Sunday, August 31, 2008, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Cottage Inn.

"Clarence Darrow"

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce 406-375-9050 The famous attorney reminisces over his long and renowned career, retelling this story with salty humor, courtroom gusto and human relish. Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Hamilton Playhouse 100 Ricketts Road Hamilton, MT.

Landslide hosts Jam Night

Glacier Country Landslide hosts Jam Night The weekend isn't over until you wrap it up with Jam Night at the Finish Line in Kalispell. Landslide will host. The Finish Line is at 153 Meridian Rd. Sun. 8 PM. Free. Call 257-0248. Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Finish Line - 153 Meridian Rd. Kalispell, MT.

Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island

Glacier Country Alpine Theatre Project presents Academy Award winner Olympia Dukakis in her wild adaptation of Shakespeare's The Tempest: a tale of love, revenge, and redemption. Also starring legendary actors Louis Zorich, David Ackroyed and a host of professionals from around the country. Don't miss this world-premiere play directed by and starring one of the nation's greatest actors! Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island will be performed at the Whitefish Middle School Theatre downtown at 600 2nd Street. For more info visit www.alpinetheatreproject.org.

Splash Montana outdoor waterpark closes for the season

Ice cream social, Doggie Dive-In. 3001 Bancroft in Playfair Park, 406-542-WAVE. Monday, September 1, 2008. Bancroft in Playfair Park. For more info visit www.missoulaparks.org.

Labor Day Celebration

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce Labor Day Celebration - Come celebrate Labor Day Sept 1st! Qwivals will be open 12-7pm. Monday, September 1, 2008. Qwivals.

Margarita & Martini Madness

Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern Phone: 541-BLUE Daily features at the Blue Canyon. Call for more information. Monday, September 1, 2008, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern. For more info visit www.bluecanyonrestaurant.com.

Red's Matt Jones

Glacier Country Red's Matt Jones Cost: Free Matt Jones plays solo jazz and improvisational piano at Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell from 5 to 7 PM, a perfect way to relax into a Mon. evening. Call 755-9463. Monday, September 1, 2008, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell.

City Council Meeting

The agenda for each meeting will be posted on the outside door of the Ryman Street Entrance of City Hall at least 2 days prior to the meeting and on the City's web page at www.ci.missoula.mt.us/cityclerk. Monday, September 1, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. City Council Chambers Missoula, MT. For more info visit www.ci.missoula.mt.us.

Clay Nights

Glacier Country Cost: $10 Shape and mold something in your own image or otherwise every week at Stumptown Art Studio's Clay Night from 7 to 9 PM in Whitefish. They provide the gear: wheels, kilns, glazes and tools for you to create with. If you don't have your own clay, you can buy it, $8 for 25 lbs. or $15 for 50. $8/$10 nonmembers. If you can't make it today, Wed. is Clay Day from 10 AM to noon. Call 862-5929. Monday, September 1, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Stumptown Art Studio in Whitefish.

Family Story Time

Kids Every Monday Night at 7 pm. All-ages welcome for this story time, which includes stories, songs, fingerplays, flannel board stories and more. Phone: 721 2665. Monday, September 1, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Missoula Public Library 301 East Main, Missoula.

Chris Peterson at the Montana House

Glacier Country Over the next many weeks, Chris - an award winning photographer and editor - will cover wolverines, lynx, grizzly bears, massive wildfires, frigid landscapes, birds and other creatures that call Glacier National Park home. Peterson will also share the story of his autistic son, the boy he affectionately calls “Boy Wonder” and how hiking in the woods changed both of their lives forever. On June 16th, the program will start at 7 pm with a reception and snacks to follow. Thereafter, each Monday’s program at the Montana House will start at 7:30 p.m. 406-862-6110. Monday, September 1, 2008, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Montana House in Apgar Village. For more info visit www.glaciernationalparkfund.org.

Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island

Glacier Country Alpine Theatre Project presents Academy Award winner Olympia Dukakis in her wild adaptation of Shakespeare's The Tempest: a tale of love, revenge, and redemption. Also starring legendary actors Louis Zorich, David Ackroyed and a host of professionals from around the country. Don't miss this world-premiere play directed by and starring one of the nation's greatest actors! Monday, September 1, 2008, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island will be performed at the Whitefish Middle School Theatre downtown at 600 2nd Street. For more info visit www.alpinetheatreproject.org.

Rocky Mountain Rhythm Kings

Glacier Country Cost: Donation Toes will tap and fingers will snap (in the painless way) when the Rocky Mountain Rhythm Kings ride into Snappy Sport Senter every Tue. at 1400 Hwy. 2 East. Noon. Donation. Call 257-7525. Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Snappy Sport Senter - 1400 Hwy. 2 East Kalispell.

Federation of Fly Fishers

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce Meets the first Tuesday of the month at the Exchange in Hamilton. Meetings begin at 7:00 pm. Contact Bill Bean (406) 363-6158 for more information. Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Exchange Hamilton, MT.

Shakespeare in the Parks: “All’s Well That Ends Well”

Free and open to the public. Information: www2.montana.edu/shakespeare. Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. UM Oval.

Deidre Heaton

Glacier Country Deidre Heaton is an oldie, but newbie to the folk scene. She finds inspiration in the pure beauty of her surroundings, life, her childhood memories, love and loss. Her songs and beautiful voice will take you on road trips through the long dusty roads of Texas, the whisky drinking taverns of Montana, the innocence of a young girl, and to a quiet country church on a Sunday morning. Enjoy her music every Tuesday from 7:00 -9:30PM at The Cottage in Kila. Call 755-4572. Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. The Cottage Inn - Kila.

Bike Well Classes

Education Free Learn to fix a flat, lube your hubs and bike responsibly at Free Cycle's Bike Well classes. And quit riding on the wrong side of the road, okay? 732 S. First St. W. at 7 PM. Also on Wed. and Thu. Call 541-7284 for times. Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Free Cycles Missoula.

Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island

Glacier Country Alpine Theatre Project presents Academy Award winner Olympia Dukakis in her wild adaptation of Shakespeare's The Tempest: a tale of love, revenge, and redemption. Also starring legendary actors Louis Zorich, David Ackroyed and a host of professionals from around the country. Don't miss this world-premiere play directed by and starring one of the nation's greatest actors! Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island will be performed at the Whitefish Middle School Theatre downtown at 600 2nd Street. For more info visit www.alpinetheatreproject.org.

Red's Tunes on Tuesday with Christian Johnson

Glacier Country Cost: Free Enjoy Tunes on Tuesdays with Christian Johnson from 8:30 to 11 PM for acoustic open mic. An original member of the Mission Mountain Wood Band, leader of the Loose Caboose Band and member of Out of the Blue-Grass, Christian Johnson leads the jam every Tue. night at Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell. Call 755-9463. Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 8:30 PM – 11:00 PM. Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell.

Open Mic Night

Glacier Country Cost: Free You never know what you'll hear at the Great Northern Bar's Open Mic Night in Whitefish. Dance when it's good, drink when it's not. 9 PM. Free. Call 862-2816. Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 12:00 AM. Great Northern Bar & Grill in Whitefish.

Open Mic Night at The Wolf Den

Glacier Country Cost: Free The moon's always full and the pack's always howlin' at the Wolf Den's Open Mic Night in Polson. Free. 9 PM. Call 883-2054. Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Wolf Den in Polson.

Comedy Night, followed by Top 40 dancing.

Join the best stand up comics in town for only one night, stay for dancing with Energy 107.5 FM and the Tallest DJ in the mix. $5 cover. Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 9:30 PM – Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 2:30 AM. The Broadway 1609 West Broadway.

Our Familiar: Animal Myth and Reality in the MAM Collections

Art/Culture Phone: 728-0447 Living creatures found in physical and fanciful environments have fascinated artists throughout time. Our Familiar, MAM’s summer exhibition from the permanent collections, features animal imagery embodying ideas as diverse as love for the natural world, political beliefs, shared memories and secret selves. Our Familiar celebrates a unique collection of paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, ceramics, textiles and sculptures created over the last 60 years by Montana artists past and present, including Mary Ann Bonjorni, Walter Hook, Jay Rummel, James Todd, Jessie Wilber and Lulu Yee. The unveiling of recent acquisitions by Nancy Erickson and Theodore Waddell highlights the exhibition. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Missoula Art Museum Missoula, MT. For more info visit missoulaartmuseum.org.

Ready? Set ... Read!

Kids This early literacy program includes storytime and a fun activity. Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:30am. Age Group: Kids Phone: 541 PLAY. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Missoula Children's Museum 225 W Front, Missoula. For more info visit www.learnplayimagine.org.

Wing Night

All You Can Eat Wings and Sports on 25 HDTV's! Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Broadway 1609 West Broadway.

Shakespeare in the Parks: “Macbeth”

Free and open to the public. Information: www2.montana.edu/shakespeare. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. UM Oval.

"Macbeth"

Theater/Film Shakespeare's shortest tragedy with its three "Weird Sisters" and perennially relevant themes of greed, lust for power and betrayal, is the wellspring from which all great thrillers and horror stories originate. Montana Shakespeare in the Parks brings the tragedy, with it's soaring language and spellbinding plot, to town. 406-994-1200. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. UM Oval Missoula, MT.

All Levels Dance Class

Dance Cost: $8/$12 drum and dance combo Grind the corn and mash the yam with Les Etudiants de L'Afrique the first Wednesday of every month. This all-levels dance class happens at 707A Ronan, 6:30 PM. $8/$12 drum and dance combo. Call 549-9015 for info. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. 707A Ronan St.

MisCon Meeting Missoula

Organizational and sci-fi enthusiasts can satisfy both cravings by attending bimonthly meetings of MisCon, Montana's longest running science fiction convention, the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7 PM at Ruby's Inn, 4825 N. Reserve St. Free. Call 544-7083. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Ruby's Inn.

The Humans

Glacier Country Cost: Free The Humans play at The Cottage Inn in Kila from 7 to 10 PM. You have to hear them for yourself. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Cottage Inn.

Every First, Third Wednesday: Heart to Heart

Glacier Country Cost: $4 The Elk's Ballroom in Polson hosts a community dance every first and third Wed. at 7:30 PM featuring live music by Heart to Heart. $5, includes refreshments. 883-1695. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Elks Ballroom in Polson.

Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island

Glacier Country Alpine Theatre Project presents Academy Award winner Olympia Dukakis in her wild adaptation of Shakespeare's The Tempest: a tale of love, revenge, and redemption. Also starring legendary actors Louis Zorich, David Ackroyed and a host of professionals from around the country. Don't miss this world-premiere play directed by and starring one of the nation's greatest actors! Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island will be performed at the Whitefish Middle School Theatre downtown at 600 2nd Street. For more info visit www.alpinetheatreproject.org.

Party in the Park Summer Concert Series: Russ Nasset and the Revelators

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce 406-207-1060 Relax and enjoy an evening of food, beverage, and entertainment featuring Russ Nasset and the Revelators, rockabilly, Sept. 4. Thursday, September 4, 2008, 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Il Villaggio Park Florence, MT.

Strategy Game Night

World Games Phone: 541-4386. Thursday, September 4, 2008, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. World Games of Montana Missoula, MT. For more info visit www.worldgamesofmontana.com.

First Thursday Gallery Nights

Glacier Country Cost: Free First Thursday Gallery Night is tonight all over Whitefish, with receptions for a wide variety of art exhibition openings. The event is from 6 to 9 PM. Grab a map to all participating galleries at the first one you reach. Call 862-3501. Thursday, September 4, 2008, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Walking Man Frame Shop & Gallery.

Whitefish Gallery Nights

Glacier Country Whitefish Gallery Nights happens on the first Thursday of the month, June through October, from 6–9 p.m. Browse 14 galleries and shops throughout town and enjoy refreshments. Many local and regional artists are on display, exhibiting a wide range of artistic media. Thursday, September 4, 2008, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Whitefish, MT. For more info visit www.whitefishgallerynights.org.

Festival of Flavors: Grand Wine Tasting Event

The Flathead Valley Community College Foundation will culminate its inaugural Festival of Flavors celebration with a “Grand Wine Tasting Event” featuring samplings of the Valley’s finest foods, over 100 choice wines to sample and winery representatives on hand to educate guests about the wines and the art of wine and food pairing. The event will take place from 7-10 p.m. at Hilton Garden Inn in Kalispell. Tickets are $75 each, and proceeds support the FVCC student scholarship program. To purchase tickets, call the FVCC Foundation Office at (406) 756-3963. For more information and to view the complete Festival of Flavors gala schedule, visit www.fvcc.edu. Thursday, September 4, 2008, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Hilton Garden Inn. For more info visit www.fvcc.edu.

Open Mic Dauphine's

Concerts Open Mic Dauphine's Missoula Every Thursday Ending Mar 15, 2017 at 07:00 PM Dauphine's Cafe, 130 E. Broadway, addresses our town's shortage of open mic nights with their own each Thursday at 7 PM. Performers should check in beginning at 6, and there are drink and food specials galore. Free. Call 829-8188. Thursday, September 4, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Dauphine's Bakery and Cafe Missoula, MT.

Irish Jam

Glacier Country Join us for music and good times every Thursday from 8:00 - 10:30. The Cottage Inn - Kila 406-755-4572. Thursday, September 4, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM. The Cottage Inn - Kila.

Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island

Glacier Country Alpine Theatre Project presents Academy Award winner Olympia Dukakis in her wild adaptation of Shakespeare's The Tempest: a tale of love, revenge, and redemption. Also starring legendary actors Louis Zorich, David Ackroyed and a host of professionals from around the country. Don't miss this world-premiere play directed by and starring one of the nation's greatest actors! Thursday, September 4, 2008, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island will be performed at the Whitefish Middle School Theatre downtown at 600 2nd Street. For more info visit www.alpinetheatreproject.org.

Montana Slim at Sean Kelly's - 9/4

Montana Slim String Band is an emerging newgrass band from San Francisco. Combining diverse musical backgrounds and influences, they have succeeded in creating a sound all their own. Built upon invigorating live performances, peppered with dueling melodic fiddle, mandolin and acoustic guitar improvisation, Montana Slim String Band will have the dance floor swaying. Passionate vocal harmonies, reflective lyrical tales, and solid foundational bass rhythms can all be found in Montana Slim's original youthful interpretation of bluegrass. Montana Slim String Band will be making their second Northwest run. This time around, the high-energy four-piece string band will be on tour promoting their debut full-length album "Slim Pickins," which will be released in August. Thursday, September 4, 2008, 9:00 PM – Friday, September 5, 2008, 1:00 AM. Sean Kelly's - 130 W. Pine St. Missoula. For more info visit www.myspace.com.

Rocktastic DJ Night Party

Mike Gill and John Markley host the Rocktastic DJ Night Party this, and every, Thu. at 9 PM at the Palace, 147 W. Broadway. Free. Thursday, September 4, 2008, 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Palace Missoula, MT.

Race to the Sky- Dogmushing Sumposium

Dogmushing symposium and with some great speakers and a Dinner for the public on Friday night, trade show, etc. Information at info@racetothesky.org 2009 dates for Race to the Sky is February 13-18, 2009. Pam Beckstrom, Race To The Sky secretary. Friday, September 5, 2008 – Saturday, September 6, 2008. Missoula at Quality Inn and Conference Center.

Terry Fator

406-243-4051 Ventriloquist, impersonator, singer, comedian and season two winner of NBC's "America's Got Talent" brings his "Million Dollar Voice" to the Magic City. Fator has a unique talent of making his characters sing like national recording artists and he does it without moving his lips. Hear from stars such as Garth Brooks, Elton John, the Rat Pack, Etta James, Elvis, James Blunt and Maroon Five, just to name a few. American Entertainment Magazine named him as one of the top five male entertainers of the year. The evening opens with special guests Williams and Ree. Friday, September 5, 2008. University Theatre Missoula, MT.

Race to the Sky Dogmushing Symposium

Glacier Country * Dogmushing symposium and with some great speakers and a * Dinner for the public on Friday night, trade show, etc. * 2009 dates for Race to the Sky is February 13-18, 2009. * Pam Beckstrom, Race To The Sky secretary. Friday, September 5, 2008 – Saturday, September 6, 2008. Missoula at Quality Inn and Conference Center. For more info visit racetothesky.org.

First Friday

This month Betty's walls feature Rosie Glow Torsos: In her belief that art should be affordable for all, Sherry Roe has created whimsical bodies in an endeavor to sustain her contributions to the aspiring Missoula Community Non-profit Organizations fundraisers. Don't miss folk- blues musician, Rosalyn Amo on the Betty's stage belting out originals and covers. Rosie colored wine and delicious cookies for all art appreciators. Friday, September 5, 2008, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. 521 S Higgins.

First Friday

Stroll Missoula's downtown and take in the art from all the galleries Missoula has to offer. Call 543-4238 for more information. Friday, September 5, 2008, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Downtown Missoula.

MUD's Annual Garden Party

Contact: MUD Phone: 721-7513 Email: kara@mudproject.org MUD is hosting its Annual Garden Party “Back to Our Roots” on Friday, September 5th, from 5-11pm. There will be live music by Broken Valley Road how, entertainment by Improvisto, silent auction, dinner and drinks from Big Sky and New Belgium. MUD has made a lot of changes on site this summer and we are very excited to show our members and community all we have done. Friday, September 5, 2008, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Missoula Urban Demonstration Missoula, MT.

Bone Ball

Humane Society of Western Montana is having its 6th annual Bone Ball on September 5th. The events will include a dinner, silent and live auctions, and a fashion show. We are also raffling off a 1980 T-top Corvette (need not be present to win). Tickets are on sale at the Humane Society, as well as at www.myhswm.org, both Go Fetch! locations, both South Avenue Market locations, PetSmart, and Quality Supply. Friday, September 5, 2008, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Caras Park Pavillion.

Missoula Humane Society's Bone Ball

Phone: 549-HSWM. Friday, September 5, 2008, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Caras Park Missoula, MT. For more info visit myhswm.org.

Mah Johngg & Go Night

Phone: 541-4386. Friday, September 5, 2008, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. World Games of Montana. For more info visit www.worldgamesofmontana.com.

First Friday

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce Friday, September 5, 2008, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Downtown Stevensville.

The Guitar Boys

Glacier Country Join us at the Cottage Inn Friday nights for food, fun and music by the Guitar Boys from 7- 10:30. 406-755-4572. Friday, September 5, 2008, 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM. The Cottage Inn - Kila.

Doug Chadwick: Superorganisms in Einsteinian Space

Glacier Country Doug’s definition of superorganisms is “colonies that act like a single creature through the remarkable communication systems within the group” – like ants and termites. His presentation will help us understand the resources and workings of a forest-canopied ecosystem by focusing on the small creatures and how much they support the life of an ecosystem. We all hear a great deal about the usual charismatic mega-fauna but seldom do we have a chance to learn about the “little guys” who do so much to support an ecosystem. Douglas H. Chadwick is a wildlife biologist and the author of seven books on natural history, including The Grandest of Lives: Eye to Eye with Whales and the acclaimed The Fate of the Elephant, named by the New York Times Book Review as a Best Book of the Year. He has also written more than three hundred articles for such magazines as National Geographic, Audubon, and Sierra. In fact, Doug has an article on right whales in the upcoming October issue of National Geographic. Hans and Toni Jun… Friday, September 5, 2008, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Montana House in Apgar Village. For more info visit www.glaciernationalparkfund.org.

Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island

Glacier Country Alpine Theatre Project presents Academy Award winner Olympia Dukakis in her wild adaptation of Shakespeare's The Tempest: a tale of love, revenge, and redemption. Also starring legendary actors Louis Zorich, David Ackroyed and a host of professionals from around the country. Don't miss this world-premiere play directed by and starring one of the nation's greatest actors! Friday, September 5, 2008, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island will be performed at the Whitefish Middle School Theatre downtown at 600 2nd Street. For more info visit www.alpinetheatreproject.org.

Feel Good Friday

Location: The Broadway Contact: The Broadway Phone: 532-3300 All Request Video Dance Party! With Aaron "Tallest DJ" Traylor. Friday, September 5, 2008, 9:00 PM – Saturday, September 6, 2008, 12:00 AM. The Broadway.

Feel Good Friday: a hip-hop video remix dance party!

Join Aaron Traylor: The Tallest DJ in America for a visual treat and the phattest beats. Live video remixing on 22 HDTV's surrounded by the "best dance floor in the 'Zoo". No Cover. Friday, September 5, 2008, 9:30 PM – Saturday, September 6, 2008, 2:30 AM. The Broadway - 1609 W. Broadway.

Last Chance Pedal Dance - XC & DH Mountain Bike Race

XC Mountain Bike Race - Saturday, Sept. 6 Registration at 8:30am Beginner Race starts at 10:30am Sport/Expert starts at 11am DH State Championship - Sunday, Sept 7 Course pre-walk on Saturday from 1-6pm Registration at 9am Pre-ride course from 10-Noon (must pre-ride course once, two times max) Championship race starts at 1pm Beginners Welcome! Pre-registration $25, Day of race $35 Online Registration: www.sportsbaseonline.com All riders must have a valid USAC License. Beginner and Sport riders can purchase a license at the event for $5. All riders MUST wear a helmet at all times when riding. Race permit number pending Days Inn of Lolo - 406-273-2121 Discounted rates for participating racers Camping available in designated areas at Bitterroot Resort for $5 For more information contact: Jed Dennison 406-531-1216 bitterroot.dh.xc@gmail.com. Saturday, September 6, 2008 – Sunday, September 7, 2008. Hosted at: Bitterroot Resort 8888 McClain Creek Rd Florence, MT 59833.

UPS Bike MS presented by Conoco Phillips

The funds raised through this campaign allow the Montana office to support our 1,600 clients and their families through programs that provide information, education, exercise opportunities, and financial assistance. To Register: go to nationalmssociety.org/mtt OR call 1-800-344-4867, option 2. Saturday, September 6, 2008 – Sunday, September 7, 2008. From Billings to Red Lodge and Back. For more info visit www.nationalmssociety.org.

3rd Annual Double Haul Fly Fishing Fundraiser

The Poverello Center Phone: 728-1809 Save the date! By day we fish, by night we celebrate! -Catch and Release Fishing Competition -Guided floats on the Clark Fork, Bitterroot or Blackfoot Rivers -Reserve your boat, your tickets and donate to the auction today! Saturday, September 6, 2008, 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM. The Poverello Center Missoula, MT.

Clark Fork River Market

Shopping The Clark Fork River Market provides a lively and scenic setting for buying locally-produced fruits and vegetables, meats, poultry, fish, organic dairy products, plants, flowers, fresh handcrafted pastas, baked goods, honey, salsa, jams and jellies, wool goods and other wares from area farmers, ranchers and chefs. Breakfast, lunch, espresso, coffee, tea and cold drinks are also available, along with plenty of seating for customers who want to relax and enjoy the festive market atmosphere. Live music adds to the festivities from 11am to 1pm, with occasional entertainment from solo artists from 9am to 11am. Saturday, September 6, 2008, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM. under the Higgins Bridge, in the Riverside Parking Lot, just east of Caras Park and the Wilma Building in downtown Missoula.

Bitterroot River Clean Up *Volunteers Needed!

Volunteers are needed to help keep the river flowing free and gorgeous! If you are interested please call the Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce at 406-363-2400 for additional information. Saturday, September 6, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Bitterroot. For more info visit www.bitterrootvalleychamber.com.

Eureka Farmer’s Market

Glacier Country Eureka Farmer’s Market every Saturday May 17- to end of September @ River Side Park. Saturday, September 6, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. River Side Park.

Thompson Falls Market

Glacier Country In a time where produce is shipped to Montana from as far away as China and products are made on the other side of the world, the Thompson Falls Market is a celebration of locally grown and hand crafted products. Discover how delicious regionally grown produce is! Find jewelry, exceptional baked good, perfectly sweet jams and jellies, and more. Saturday, September 6, 2008, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. West Lot of the Falls Motel, Thompson Falls, MT. For more info visit www.thompsonfallsmarket.com.

Belly Dance for Body and Soul

Dance An introduction to fundamentals, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Aug. 9 and Sept. 6; and a two-step and swing class, 5:45-7 p.m. Aug. 22. Saturday, September 6, 2008, 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Downtown Dance Collective Missoula, MT.

Friends & Family Games for Autism

Family event to benefit Montana Community Autism and Aspergers Network (MT CAAN) Enjoy Fun Family Games including Tug-o-war, Freeze Dance, Waterballoon Toss and More! Music by bluegrass, folk group The Workers Award-winning BBQ by UPNSMOKIN. Kid's art project by Very Special Arts, Face Painting, Bouncy Houses and lots of open space to play! Saturday, September 6, 2008, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Historical Museum at Fort Missoula.

Ready? Set ... Read!

Kids This early literacy program includes storytime and a fun activity. Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:30am. Age Group: Kids Phone: 541 PLAY. Saturday, September 6, 2008, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Missoula Children's Museum 225 W Front, Missoula. For more info visit www.learnplayimagine.org.

GRAND OPENING: Zootown Arts Community Center

The Zootown Arts Community Center will be having a Grand Opening celebrating all that is local in Missoula for the fine arts. It is an all-day-come as you are-Saturday celebration of Missoula and it\'s community artists. This will be a great chance to tour the facility available for renting for individual classes, lectures, group educational classes, and art parties! Discounts will be available from the Paint Your Own Pottery Studio. Sign ups for fall community art classes offered at ZACC's Creative Community Classroom will begin then. Many of the classes are taught by artists working at the ZACC and are part of the Independent Artist Collaborative. Other classes are taught by ZACC volunteers and board members. Original local Missoula art retail by ReCreate Designs, Slumgullion Publishing Company, and ZooCity Custom Apparel will be available as well as other ZACC artists! Jamie Halvorson of POR Gallery will host a gallery show and local art auction. Live music will be available all day and mini work… Saturday, September 6, 2008, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Zootown Arts Community Center Missoula, MT. For more info visit www.zootownarts.com.

Missoula Hempfest

Fair/Festival 406-552-4693 13th annual event aims to increase awareness of the many uses of industrial hemp with a fashion show, product displays, informative speakers and entertainment. Food and beverages are available, and funds benefit the Montana Hemp Council. Saturday, September 6, 2008, 12:00 PM – 10:30 PM. Caras Park Missoula, MT.

Sam and Karl

Glacier Country Cost: Free Sam and Karl, the heart and soul, respectively, of The Guitar Boys, play from 7 to 10:30 PM at The Cottage Inn in Kila. Call 755-4572. Saturday, September 6, 2008, 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM. The Cottage Inn.

Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island

Glacier Country Alpine Theatre Project presents Academy Award winner Olympia Dukakis in her wild adaptation of Shakespeare's The Tempest: a tale of love, revenge, and redemption. Also starring legendary actors Louis Zorich, David Ackroyed and a host of professionals from around the country. Don't miss this world-premiere play directed by and starring one of the nation's greatest actors! Saturday, September 6, 2008, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island will be performed at the Whitefish Middle School Theatre downtown at 600 2nd Street. For more info visit www.alpinetheatreproject.org.

Valley Farmers Market

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce Saturday, September 6, 2008, 9:00 PM – Sunday, September 7, 2008, 12:30 AM. Bedford & 3rd St in Hamilton.

LittleBirds Market Place

Glacier Country More information Contact Vicki at 677-FOOD or LIttlebird@blackfoot.net. Sunday, September 7, 2008, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. On the Lawn at Littlebird's Schoolhouse Café.

Bike Night at Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern

541-BLUE Hop on your motorcycle and ride down to the Blue Canyon. Join us on the patio for buckets of beer and special food features. Sunday, September 7, 2008, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern. For more info visit www.bluecanyonrestaurant.com.

Red's Matt Jones

Glacier Country Red's Matt Jones Cost: Free Matt Jones plays solo jazz and improvisational piano at Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell from 5 to 7 PM, a perfect way to relax into a Mon. evening. Call 755-9463. Sunday, September 7, 2008, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell.

Steve Eckels - wed Flathead Every Wednesday

Glacier Country Cost: Free Let Steve Eckels wind down your weekend with live classical guitar from 6 to 9 PM at The Cottage in Kila. Call 755-4572. Sunday, September 7, 2008, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Cottage Inn.

Landslide hosts Jam Night

Glacier Country Landslide hosts Jam Night The weekend isn't over until you wrap it up with Jam Night at the Finish Line in Kalispell. Landslide will host. The Finish Line is at 153 Meridian Rd. Sun. 8 PM. Free. Call 257-0248. Sunday, September 7, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Finish Line - 153 Meridian Rd. Kalispell, MT.

Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island

Glacier Country Alpine Theatre Project presents Academy Award winner Olympia Dukakis in her wild adaptation of Shakespeare's The Tempest: a tale of love, revenge, and redemption. Also starring legendary actors Louis Zorich, David Ackroyed and a host of professionals from around the country. Don't miss this world-premiere play directed by and starring one of the nation's greatest actors! Sunday, September 7, 2008, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Olympia Dukakis in The Other Side of the Island will be performed at the Whitefish Middle School Theatre downtown at 600 2nd Street. For more info visit www.alpinetheatreproject.org.

Red's Matt Jones

Glacier Country Red's Matt Jones Cost: Free Matt Jones plays solo jazz and improvisational piano at Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell from 5 to 7 PM, a perfect way to relax into a Mon. evening. Call 755-9463. Monday, September 8, 2008, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell.

Water Babies Classes

Kids Every Other Monday Cost: $28 per month Return your child to their natural environment when you enroll in Water Babies Swim Classes, the parent/child classes for kids aged 6 months through three-and-a-half years, every Mon. at 6 PM at Peak Health and Wellness Center, 5000 Blue Mountain Road. $28 per month. Call 251-3344 x. 46. Monday, September 8, 2008, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Peak Health and Wellness Center Missoula, MT.

Missoula Scrabble League

Missoula Scrabble League Missoula Every Other Monday at 06:30 PM Free Train your fingers to feel the difference between a "Q" and an "E" when you attend the Missoula Scrabble League's weekly Scrabble meet at 6:30 PM in the boardroom of the Missoula Public Library. Free. Call 721-0387. Monday, September 8, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Missoula Public Library.

Bingo

Free Having warmed up (and sobered up) after yesterday's bingo spectacular, you've got another chance to connect the dots this evening when the VFW hosts bingo at 7 PM. Free. Monday, September 8, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. VFW Missoula, MT.

City Council Meeting

The agenda for each meeting will be posted on the outside door of the Ryman Street Entrance of City Hall at least 2 days prior to the meeting and on the City's web page at www.ci.missoula.mt.us/cityclerk. Monday, September 8, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. City Council Chambers Missoula, MT. For more info visit www.ci.missoula.mt.us.

Red Bird Wine Bar Music :Donna Smith Trio w/ Toe Tapping Jazz

Monday, September 8, 2008, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Red Bird Wine Bar 11 North Higgins nestled in Florence Buildings Lobby.

Clay Nights

Glacier Country Cost: $10 Shape and mold something in your own image or otherwise every week at Stumptown Art Studio's Clay Night from 7 to 9 PM in Whitefish. They provide the gear: wheels, kilns, glazes and tools for you to create with. If you don't have your own clay, you can buy it, $8 for 25 lbs. or $15 for 50. $8/$10 nonmembers. If you can't make it today, Wed. is Clay Day from 10 AM to noon. Call 862-5929. Monday, September 8, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Stumptown Art Studio in Whitefish.

Family Story Time

Kids Every Monday Night at 7 pm. All-ages welcome for this story time, which includes stories, songs, fingerplays, flannel board stories and more. Phone: 721 2665. Monday, September 8, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Missoula Public Library 301 East Main, Missoula.

Tiny Tales

Kids If you can't read this, you may be a baby below the age of 36 months, in which case the Missoula Public Library wants you for Tiny Tales, a movement, music and singing program at 10:30 AM every Tue. Thu. and Fri. Free. Call 721-BOOK. Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Missoula Public Library.

Rocky Mountain Rhythm Kings

Glacier Country Cost: Donation Toes will tap and fingers will snap (in the painless way) when the Rocky Mountain Rhythm Kings ride into Snappy Sport Senter every Tue. at 1400 Hwy. 2 East. Noon. Donation. Call 257-7525. Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Snappy Sport Senter - 1400 Hwy. 2 East Kalispell.

UM Children's Dance

UM Children's Dance Classes with availability in the following sessions: Creative Movement II for 5-6 yr. olds, Tuesdays from 4:15-5:00 Boys Movin' for boys 5-9 yrs. old Wednesdays from 4:15-5:00 Creative and Modern Dance for 7-8 yr. olds Thursdays 4:15-5:00 Dance and Choreography for 9-12 yr. olds Thursdays 5:10-6:10 call 243-2849 for information and registration. Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM. UM Campus, PARTV Building Room 035, Ballet Studio.

Trout Unlimited-Bitterroot Buggers

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce They meet on the second Tuesdays of each month beginning in January at the Corvallis Middle School cafeteria from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. There are a total of ten classes with the last one at a pond in May so the kids can catch a fish. The class is for kids ages from 9 to 15 but they will take younger kids if they exhibit good dexterity and a willingness to participate. Contact Bill Bean (406) 363-6158 for more information. Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Corvallis Middle School cafeteria.

Deidre Heaton

Glacier Country Deidre Heaton is an oldie, but newbie to the folk scene. She finds inspiration in the pure beauty of her surroundings, life, her childhood memories, love and loss. Her songs and beautiful voice will take you on road trips through the long dusty roads of Texas, the whisky drinking taverns of Montana, the innocence of a young girl, and to a quiet country church on a Sunday morning. Enjoy her music every Tuesday from 7:00 -9:30PM at The Cottage in Kila. Call 755-4572. Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. The Cottage Inn - Kila.

Bike Well Classes

Education Free Learn to fix a flat, lube your hubs and bike responsibly at Free Cycle's Bike Well classes. And quit riding on the wrong side of the road, okay? 732 S. First St. W. at 7 PM. Also on Wed. and Thu. Call 541-7284 for times. Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Free Cycles Missoula.

Barbershop Quartets

Always wanted to harmonize while wearing a striped shirt and straw hat—or just interested in shattering that stereotype about barbershop quartets? Every Tue. The Rocky Mountainaires chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society meets at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 202 Brooks St. at 7:30 PM to provide you the opportunity to do either. Call 243-4435. Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Red's Tunes on Tuesday with Christian Johnson

Glacier Country Cost: Free Enjoy Tunes on Tuesdays with Christian Johnson from 8:30 to 11 PM for acoustic open mic. An original member of the Mission Mountain Wood Band, leader of the Loose Caboose Band and member of Out of the Blue-Grass, Christian Johnson leads the jam every Tue. night at Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell. Call 755-9463. Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 8:30 PM – 11:00 PM. Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell.

Open Mic Night

Glacier Country Cost: Free You never know what you'll hear at the Great Northern Bar's Open Mic Night in Whitefish. Dance when it's good, drink when it's not. 9 PM. Free. Call 862-2816. Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 12:00 AM. Great Northern Bar & Grill in Whitefish.

Open Mic Night at The Wolf Den

Glacier Country Cost: Free The moon's always full and the pack's always howlin' at the Wolf Den's Open Mic Night in Polson. Free. 9 PM. Call 883-2054. Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Wolf Den in Polson.

Comedy Night, followed by Top 40 dancing.

Join the best stand up comics in town for only one night, stay for dancing with Energy 107.5 FM and the Tallest DJ in the mix. $5 cover. Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 9:30 PM – Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 2:30 AM. The Broadway 1609 West Broadway.

Our Familiar: Animal Myth and Reality in the MAM Collections

Art/Culture 728-0447 Living creatures found in physical and fanciful environments have fascinated artists throughout time. Our Familiar, MAM’s summer exhibition from the permanent collections, features animal imagery embodying ideas as diverse as love for the natural world, political beliefs, shared memories and secret selves. Our Familiar celebrates a unique collection of paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, ceramics, textiles and sculptures created over the last 60 years by Montana artists past and present, including Mary Ann Bonjorni, Walter Hook, Jay Rummel, James Todd, Jessie Wilber and Lulu Yee. The unveiling of recent acquisitions by Nancy Erickson and Theodore Waddell highlights the exhibition. Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Missoula Art Museum Missoula, MT. For more info visit missoulaartmuseum.org.

Ready? Set ... Read!

Kids This early literacy program includes storytime and a fun activity. Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:30am. Age Group: Kids Phone: 541 PLAY. Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Missoula Children's Museum 225 W Front, Missoula. For more info visit www.learnplayimagine.org.

Thompson Falls Market

Glacier Country In a time where produce is shipped to Montana from as far away as China and products are made on the other side of the world, the Thompson Falls Market is a celebration of locally grown and hand crafted products. Discover how delicious regionally grown produce is! Find jewelry, exceptional baked good, perfectly sweet jams and jellies, and more. Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM. West Lot of the Falls Motel, Thompson Falls, MT. For more info visit www.thompsonfallsmarket.com.

Wing Night

All You Can Eat Wings and Sports on 25 HDTV's! Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Broadway 1609 West Broadway.

The Humans

Glacier Country Cost: Free The Humans play at The Cottage Inn in Kila from 7 to 10 PM. You have to hear them for yourself. Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Cottage Inn.

Tiny Tales

Kids If you can't read this, you may be a baby below the age of 36 months, in which case the Missoula Public Library wants you for Tiny Tales, a movement, music and singing program at 10:30 AM every Tue. Thu. and Fri. Free. Call 721-BOOK. Thursday, September 11, 2008, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Missoula Public Library.

Big Sky SHRM Luncheon & presentation

Big Sky SHRM Phone: 406-210-2065 Cost: $10 members $12 non members (includes lunch, gratuity & speaker fees). Big Sky SHRM luncheons provide HR professionals an opportunity to network and share with other area professionals who want to be an essential partner in their respective businesses. Thursday, September 11, 2008, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. DoubleTree Hotel Missoula, MT. For more info visit www.bigskyshrm.org.

Taste of Whitefish including wine & beer tasting

Glacier Country Join the celebration at Whitefish, Where The West Is Fun. This event has become known as one of Montana’s premier taste!! The Taste of Whitefish features fine cuisine from more than twenty Whitefish restaurants, as well as beer from the Great Northern Brewing Co, a wine tasting and non-alcoholic beverages. Come join the fun and eat to your heart’s content! Tickets: $40.00 per person. Thursday, September 11, 2008, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Whitefish, MT. For more info visit www.whitefishchamber.org.

Live Music by Max Hay

Max Hay returns to Hamilton with his unique style of Reggae, Irish, and Americana music. The show will feature special guest Reuben Vold. No Cover. Thursday, September 11, 2008, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Bitter Root Brewing Company.

Open Mic Dauphine's

Concerts Open Mic Dauphine's Missoula Every Thursday Ending Mar 15, 2017 at 07:00 PM Dauphine's Cafe, 130 E. Broadway, addresses our town's shortage of open mic nights with their own each Thursday at 7 PM. Performers should check in beginning at 6, and there are drink and food specials galore. Free. Call 829-8188. Thursday, September 11, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Dauphine's Bakery and Cafe Missoula, MT.

Irish Jam

Glacier Country Join us for music and good times every Thursday from 8:00 - 10:30. The Cottage Inn - Kila 406-755-4572. Thursday, September 11, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM. The Cottage Inn - Kila.

Rocktastic DJ Night Party

Mike Gill and John Markley host the Rocktastic DJ Night Party this, and every, Thu. at 9 PM at the Palace, 147 W. Broadway. Free. Thursday, September 11, 2008, 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Palace Missoula, MT.

Fall for Glacier

Glacier Country Enjoy a Fall for Glacier weekend getaway in and around Montana’s Glacier National Park this September 12-14 for only $750 per person. Experience the beauty of this majestic land known as “The Crown of the Continent” while supporting Glacier National Park’s 2010 Centennial Celebration. This Glacier Park Lodge & Resort package includes two nights lodging, meals, entertainment and fun-filled excursions. Both evenings include a Montana chic dining experience along with cocktails and live music. Daily excursion options include: • Guided tours in and around Glacier National Park aboard the historic Red Buses • Guided nature hikes with a Park Ranger • Renowned guest speakers providing insight into the beauty, history and complex ecosystem of Glacier National Park • A challenging charity golf tournament on Glacier Park Lodge & Resort’s 9-hole, long par 36 course • Artist demonstrations -- Plein-aire painting in Glacier Park with an auction Saturday evening after dinner Fall for Glacier is presented… Friday, September 12, 2008 – Sunday, September 14, 2008. Glacier Park Lodge & Resort, East Glacier Park, Montana. For more info visit www.fallforglacier.com.

Fall for Glacier

Tiny Tales

Kids If you can't read this, you may be a baby below the age of 36 months, in which case the Missoula Public Library wants you for Tiny Tales, a movement, music and singing program at 10:30 AM every Tue. Thu. and Fri. Free. Call 721-BOOK. Friday, September 12, 2008, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Missoula Public Library.

Defending The Caveman

Defending the Caveman holds the record as the longest running solo play in Broadway history. Caveman is also now a worldwide rock-solid tour de force that has won the hearts of millions in over 30 countries, and it’s sure to win yours. A hilariously insightful play about the ways men and women relate, Caveman has both sexes roaring with laughter and recognition. Affectionate nudging between audience members occurs during the performance as they recognize themselves in the stories being told on stage. www.defendingthecaveman.com Tickets at all GrizTix outlets and www.griztix.com. Friday, September 12, 2008, 7:00 PM. The Wilma Theatre 131 S. Higgins Ave. Missoula, MT.

The Guitar Boys

Glacier Country Join us at the Cottage Inn Friday nights for food, fun and music by the Guitar Boys from 7- 10:30. 406-755-4572. Friday, September 12, 2008, 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM. The Cottage Inn - Kila.

Diva Pageant

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce 406-375-9050. Friday, September 12, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Hamilton Playhouse 100 Ricketts Road Hamilton, MT.

Feel Good Friday

Location: The Broadway Contact: The Broadway Phone: 532-3300 All Request Video Dance Party! With Aaron "Tallest DJ" Traylor. Friday, September 12, 2008, 9:00 PM – Saturday, September 13, 2008, 12:00 AM. The Broadway.

Feel Good Friday: a hip-hop video remix dance party!

Join Aaron Traylor: The Tallest DJ in America for a visual treat and the phattest beats. Live video remixing on 22 HDTV's surrounded by the "best dance floor in the 'Zoo". No Cover. Friday, September 12, 2008, 9:30 PM – Saturday, September 13, 2008, 2:30 AM. The Broadway - 1609 W. Broadway.

Clark Fork River Market

Shopping The Clark Fork River Market provides a lively and scenic setting for buying locally-produced fruits and vegetables, meats, poultry, fish, organic dairy products, plants, flowers, fresh handcrafted pastas, baked goods, honey, salsa, jams and jellies, wool goods and other wares from area farmers, ranchers and chefs. Breakfast, lunch, espresso, coffee, tea and cold drinks are also available, along with plenty of seating for customers who want to relax and enjoy the festive market atmosphere. Live music adds to the festivities from 11am to 1pm, with occasional entertainment from solo artists from 9am to 11am. Saturday, September 13, 2008, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM. under the Higgins Bridge, in the Riverside Parking Lot, just east of Caras Park and the Wilma Building in downtown Missoula.

Shake Rattle & Pose Yoga Dance Fusion Workshop

Invigorate your classes or your personal practice with this creative fusion of yoga and dance: cardiovascular, strength and flexibility in one class. Learn moves from international dance forms to dance your way in and out of numerous yoga poses. This workshop is an all-day teacher training workshop, worth 6.75 AFAA credits and .8 ACE credits. The 8-hour teaches numerous movement styles teachers can use to develop their own class. Choreography drills, game creation, background on movement styles, and other teacher development tools are offered in this program. However, you do not need to be a teacher to take this workshop. If you are a yoga and/or dance student with 6 months of training, you are welcome to take this workshop. Saturday, September 13, 2008, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Down Dog Missoula 327 E. Broadway Missoula, MT. For more info visit www.8thelementyoga.com.

Eureka Farmer’s Market

Glacier Country Eureka Farmer’s Market every Saturday May 17- to end of September @ River Side Park. Saturday, September 13, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. River Side Park.

Thompson Falls Market

Glacier Country In a time where produce is shipped to Montana from as far away as China and products are made on the other side of the world, the Thompson Falls Market is a celebration of locally grown and hand crafted products. Discover how delicious regionally grown produce is! Find jewelry, exceptional baked good, perfectly sweet jams and jellies, and more. Saturday, September 13, 2008, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. West Lot of the Falls Motel, Thompson Falls, MT. For more info visit www.thompsonfallsmarket.com.

Ready? Set ... Read!

Kids This early literacy program includes storytime and a fun activity. Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:30am. Age Group: Kids Phone: 541 PLAY. Saturday, September 13, 2008, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Missoula Children's Museum 225 W Front, Missoula. For more info visit www.learnplayimagine.org.

2008 Montana Griz Football: Southern Utah

Sports For tickets call: 406-243-4051 or 1-888-MONTANA. Saturday, September 13, 2008, 1:05 PM – 4:05 PM. Washington-Grizzly Statium. For more info visit www.montanagrizzlies.com.

Sam and Karl

Sharon Isbin

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce 406-363-7946 Acclaimed for her extraordinary lyricism, technique and versatility, two-time Grammy Award-winner Sharon Isbin has been hailed as "the pre-eminent guitarist of our time." She gives sold-out performances throughout the world in venues including New York's Carnegie and Avery Fisher halls, Boston's Symphony Hall, and Washington D.C.'s Kennedy Center. A frequent guest on NPR's "All Things Considered" and Garrison Keillor's "A Prairie Home Companion," she has also been profiled on CBS Sunday and was Grammy-nominated for her work on the soundtrack of Martin Scorsese's Academy Award winning film, "The Departed.". Saturday, September 13, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Hamilton Performing Arts Center 327 Fairgrounds Rd. Hamilton, MT. For more info visit www.hamiltonpas.org.

Valley Farmers Market

Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce Saturday, September 13, 2008, 9:00 PM – Sunday, September 14, 2008, 12:30 AM. Bedford & 3rd St in Hamilton.

2nd Annual Old West Autumn Fest

2821 South Russell St. Missoula, MT 59801-7913 406-721-2930 For immediate release in community calendars and schedules. July 14, 2008 ### Opportunity Resources, Inc. is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Old West Autumn Fest, Sundays, September 14 & 21, 2008 from 10am – 4pm at 14275 Hamel Road, Opportunity Ranch in Frenchtown. The Fest will be an event for the whole family. Planned activities include: hayrides, pumpkin picking, food, dancing, music, farm animals, firefighter displays, exhibits, arts and crafts, farmers market, apple cider making, and lots of games. The Old West Autumn Fest combines historical western folk lore and music along with farm and ranch activities. The 2007 Fest attracted 1,400 people the first year. The Fest will take place in Frenchtown at Opportunity Ranch, a 160 acre working ranch for individuals with disabilities. For the past four years Opportunity Ranch has raised sheep, cattle, pigs and garden produce. This year the Ranch Crew is expecting to raise 6… Sunday, September 14, 2008, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 14275 Hamel Road, Opportunity Ranch Frenchtown, MT 59834.

LittleBirds Market Place

Glacier Country More information Contact Vicki at 677-FOOD or LIttlebird@blackfoot.net. Sunday, September 14, 2008, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. On the Lawn at Littlebird's Schoolhouse Café.

Book Signing: Hipolito Rafael Chacon

406-543-6952 Author signs The Original Man: The Life and Work of Montana Architect A.J. Gibson, the first complete biography of Albert John Gibson, Missoula County's best-known and most beloved architect. Sunday, September 14, 2008, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. University Congregational Church of Christ Missoula, MT.

Jeannette Rankin Peace Center Annual Peace Party

Jeannette Rankin Peace Center Phone: 543-3955. Sunday, September 14, 2008, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Caras Park Missoula, MT. For more info visit www.jrpc.org.

Red's Matt Jones

Glacier Country Red's Matt Jones Cost: Free Matt Jones plays solo jazz and improvisational piano at Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell from 5 to 7 PM, a perfect way to relax into a Mon. evening. Call 755-9463. Sunday, September 14, 2008, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell.

Steve Eckels - wed Flathead Every Wednesday

Glacier Country Cost: Free Let Steve Eckels wind down your weekend with live classical guitar from 6 to 9 PM at The Cottage in Kila. Call 755-4572. Sunday, September 14, 2008, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Cottage Inn.

Landslide hosts Jam Night

Glacier Country Landslide hosts Jam Night The weekend isn't over until you wrap it up with Jam Night at the Finish Line in Kalispell. Landslide will host. The Finish Line is at 153 Meridian Rd. Sun. 8 PM. Free. Call 257-0248. Sunday, September 14, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Finish Line - 153 Meridian Rd. Kalispell, MT.

Rancid

Concerts One of the cornerstone bands of the 90s punk revival, Rancid's classic sound drew critical praise for its political commitment, surging energy and undeniable way with a hook. The band's third album, ...And Out Come the Wolves, made them a platinum-selling sensation and an inescapable presence on MTV and modern rock radio. Special guests are Less Than Jake and The Reptile Dysfunction. Sunday, September 14, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Wilma Theatre 131 S. Higgins Missoula, MT.

Red's Matt Jones

Glacier Country Red's Matt Jones Cost: Free Matt Jones plays solo jazz and improvisational piano at Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell from 5 to 7 PM, a perfect way to relax into a Mon. evening. Call 755-9463. Monday, September 15, 2008, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Red's Wines & Blues in Kalispell.

City Council Meeting

The agenda for each meeting will be posted on the outside door of the Ryman Street Entrance of City Hall at least 2 days prior to the meeting and on the City's web page at www.ci.missoula.mt.us/cityclerk. Monday, September 15, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. City Council Chambers Missoula, MT. For more info visit www.ci.missoula.mt.us.

Red Bird Wine Bar Music : John Floridis w/ Bluesy Folk Rock

Monday, September 15, 2008, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Red Bird Wine Bar 11 North Higgins nestled in Florence Buildings Lobby.

Clay Nights

Glacier Country Cost: $10 Shape and mold something in your own image or otherwise every week at Stumptown Art Studio's Clay Night from 7 to 9 PM in Whitefish. They provide the gear: wheels, kilns, glazes and tools for you to create with. If you don't have your own clay, you can buy it, $8 for 25 lbs. or $15 for 50. $8/$10 nonmembers. If you can't make it today, Wed. is Clay Day from 10 AM to noon. Call 862-5929. Monday, September 15, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Stumptown Art Studio in Whitefish.

Family Story Time

Kids Every Monday Night at 7 pm. All-ages welcome for this story time, which includes stories, songs, fingerplays, flannel board stories and more. Phone: 721 2665. Monday, September 15, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Missoula Public Library 301 East Main, Missoula.

Rocky Mountain Rhythm Kings

Glacier Country Cost: Donation Toes will tap and fingers will snap (in the painless way) when the Rocky Mountain Rhythm Kings ride into Snappy Sport Senter every Tue. at 1400 Hwy. 2 East. Noon. Donation. Call 257-7525. Tuesday, September 16, 2008, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Snappy Sport Senter - 1400 Hwy. 2 East Kalispell.