Missoula Events

Exploravision K-12 Science and Technology Awards Program

08 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Arlington, VA
Ongoing through Wednesday, January 28, 2009

The Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision Awards Program, one of the world's largest science and technology competitions for students in grades K-12, is now accepting entries for its 2009 competition. ExploraVision invites students to select a current technology and imagine what it might be like in 20 years. Up to $240,000 in savings bonds will be awarded this year to student winners whose innovative ideas combine imagination with the tools of science.

The deadline for submission is January 28, 2009. For more information or an application for 2009, visit www.exploravision.org or e-mail exploravision@nsta.org.

More info: www.exploravision.org

ELK DOGS

08 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Missoula Art Museum
Missoula, MT
Ongoing through Saturday, February 21, 2009

Artists Gallery Talk and Reception: December 5, 5-8 pm
Program Screening, Montana Artists: December 14, 2 pm
Th is exhibition is focused on contemporary horse imagery created by
contemporary American Indian artists. The exhibition will feature invited artists Damian Charette (Crow), Jeneese Hilton (Blackfeet) and Jay Laber (Blackfeet), as well as selected works from MAM's Contemporary American Indian Art Collection including
Susan Stewart (Crow), and Jaune Quick-to-See Smith (Flathead
Salish/Shoshone/Cree). The exhibition will also accentuate the recently published book by The Nicolaysen Art Museum, Jaune Quick-to-See Smith's, She Paints The Horse, which is available in the MAM bookstore.

More info: www.missoulaartmuseum.org…

Tina Hoggatt and Jeffry Mitchell: Shiny, Happy, Pretty

07 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Missoula Art Museum
335 N Pattee St
Missoula, MT 59802
Ongoing through Saturday, January 31, 2009, 6pm

This exhibition is a collaborative project that is inspired and anchored
by a recently completed artist book entitled What is the Panda to You?
by Tina Hoggatt and Jeffry Mitchell. This limited edition book will be
shown in the Shott Gallery accentuating the collaborative nature of
these two artists. The handmade edition of 20 includes letterpress,
silkscreen, woodcuts, flock and collage.
In addition to a collaborative multimedia installation, individual works
from each of these artists will be featured in the Silver Gallery.
Hoggatt and Mitchell bring very different skills to this exhibition, yet
the nature of this project reflects how each artist's expertise is
strengthened and complimented through collaboration. Hoggatt was last
featured in a group exhibition, Out of the Bullpen, at MAM in 2003.
Mitchell was a resident of the Archie Bray Foundation in 2005 and was
recently recognized and featured as a finalist for the Contemporary
Northwest Art Awards at the Portland Art Museum.

More info: www.missoulaartmuseum.org

“A Children’s Art Show”

12 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT

University Center Art Gallery
Missoula, MT
Ongoing through Sunday, January 18, 2009

406-243-6187
Collaborative community art show just for kids features works by students at the Missoula International School, Lewis and Clark School and the Zootown Arts Community Center.

Flathead Sled Dog Days

02 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Whitefish & Olney
Friday, January 2 – Sunday, January 4, 2009

Flathead Sled Dog Days 2009

On January 2nd, 3rd and 4th, Whitefish and Olney will be getting a little doggie with the second annual Flathead Sled Dog Days. Friday from 11a.m. to 4p.m. there will be activities at the O’Shaughnessy Cultural Arts Center in Whitefish. This free event is an excellent opportunity to meet the mushers and the dogs. Friday’s activities include a dog skijor demonstration by Glacier Outdoor Center in Depot Park, as well as a trade fair and silent auction in the lobby of the O’Shaughnessy.

The event has two divisions: a 50 mile race for the six dog class and a 100 mile race for the twelve dog class over two days. The teams will be leaving the starting chute at 9 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday from the Olney snowmobile trailhead at mile marker 145.5 highway 93N. From the start they will head out into the Stillwater State Forest and up and over Stryker Ridge. We invite the public to come and watch the teams as they leave the start and return to the finish. Please, for the safety of everyone, do not bring pet dogs to the start of the race.

More info: www.flatheadsleddogdays.com

Diversity: Diaspora Art Exhibition

02 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Zootown Arts Community Center
235 N. 1st St. W.
Missoula, MT
Ongoing through Monday, February 2, 2009

406-549-7555
Exhibition reflects experiences and opinions on acts of exclusion and the importance of cultural diversity. The show runs concurrent with David Host's Transformative Healing Series, "A Post-Post-Modern Fairy Tale or How God and her Extended Family (and the Dog) Cured a Western Montana Man of Rationalizing Himself and Other People."

Jazz Brunch

04 Jan 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Blue Canyon Restaurant, Hilton Garden Inn - Missoula
Sunday, January 4, 2009, 10 – 11am

Clarinetist Chuck Florence, bassist Beth Lo and guitarist David Horgan regale the brunch crowd with Jazz.

Call 532-5300 for details.

Birthday Parties at Humane Society of Western Montana

05 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Humane Society of Western Montana
5930 Highway 93 S.
Missoula, MT 59804
Sunday, January 4, 2009, 6pm

Humane Society of Western Montana is now doing birthday parties! Your child and up to nine friends can come to the shelter and celebrate with the animals. Cake, a tour of the facilities, games, and time to interact with the animals is included. Cost is $125 and we ask that you provide two adults to help with the party. Contact Andrea at 549.HSWM.

More info: www.myhswm.org

Musical Theater Dance (11-15 yrs.)

06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Downtown Dance Collective
Missoula, MT
Monday, January 5, 2009, 5 – 6pm

406-541-7240

Birthday Parties at Humane Society of Western Montana

06 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Humane Society of Western Montana
5930 Highway 93 S.
Missoula, MT 59804
Monday, January 5, 2009, 6pm

Humane Society of Western Montana is now doing birthday parties! Your child and up to nine friends can come to the shelter and celebrate with the animals. Cake, a tour of the facilities, games, and time to interact with the animals is included. Cost is $125 and we ask that you provide two adults to help with the party. Contact Andrea at 549.HSWM.

More info: www.myhswm.org

Teranga Dance & Drum

06 Jan 2009 01:45:00 GMT

2926 S. 3rd St. W. (across from Hawthorne School) - Missoula
Monday, January 5, 2009, 6:45 – 8:45pm

Teranga Dance & Drum, West African Sabar Drum & Dance classes. Every Monday night, 2926 S. 3rd St. W. . Drum class starts 6:45 p.m., dance class starts at 7:45 p.m. $8 for either class or $10 for both. Call (406) 529-2322 for more info.

City Council Meeting

06 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

City Council Chambers, 140 West Pine St, Missoula
Monday, January 5, 2009, 7 – 9pm

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.

More info: www.ci.missoula.mt.us…

Family Story Time

06 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Missoula Public Library
301 East Main, Missoula
Monday, January 5, 2009, 7 – 8pm

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

Music at the Red Bird: Lori Conner and Eric Keeling

06 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Red Bird Wine Bar
Missoula, MT
Monday, January 5, 2009, 7 – 10pm

406-549-2906
Lori Conner and Eric Keeling, Jan. 5; Larry Hirschberg, Jan. 12; The Acousticals, Jan. 19; and Accidental String Band, Jan. 26.

Meditation

06 Jan 2009 02:30:00 GMT

Open Way Mindfulness Center - 702 Brooks
Monday, January 5, 2009, 7:30 – 8:30pm

Every Monday night at 7:30pm

The traditions of Thich Nhat Hanh are practiced and the main focus of the group is to develop mindfulness in our everyday lives. All are welcome, free, donations for the space appreciated. Great group for beginners.

Pet Problems

06 Jan 2009 16:00:00 GMT

KBGA (89.9 FM)
Tuesday, January 6, 2009, 9 – 9:30am

Pet Problems? Fido or Fluffy driving you crazy?

Call in (243-6226) during the show or email (petproblems@yahoo.com) in advance and listen to KBGA (89.9 FM) every Tuesday from 9 - 9:30 am for answers to your dog or cat issues.

Tiny Tales

06 Jan 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Missoula Public Library - 301 East Main
Tuesday, January 6, 2009, 10:30 – 11:30am

Come join us for fingerplays, nursery rhymes, songs and stories. Tiny tales is a program for babies age birth to 3 accompanied by an adult lap. Help your child develop an active imagination and a love for books!

More info: www.missoulapubliclibrary.org

Breast Cancer Support Group

06 Jan 2009 19:00:00 GMT

St. Patrick Hospital - St. Francis Xavier Parish Center, 420 W. Pine Street
Tuesday, January 6, 2009, 12 – 1pm

St. Pat's sponsors a Breast Cancer Support Group for those who have recently been diagnosed with breast cancer or who are survivors, as well as family members. The group meets every Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m. at the St. Francis Xavier Parish Center at 420 W. Pine Street. Meetings are led by Jan Riva, a medical social worker at St. Pat's.

For more information, please call 329-5713.

New health program for seniors

06 Jan 2009 20:30:00 GMT

St. Patrick Hospital's Providence Center at 900 N. Orange Street in Missoula
Tuesday, January 6, 2009, 1:30 – 3:30pm

St. Patrick Hospital invites older, sedentary adults to a new exercise and eating program. Active Living is a small, supportive class led by a dietitian and exercise specialist. Combining gentle exercises with a practical approach for changing eating and exercise habits, the program is designed to help inactive seniors restore or maintain independence. Call 329-5759 to register.

Birthday Parties at Humane Society of Western Montana

07 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Humane Society of Western Montana
5930 Highway 93 S.
Missoula, MT 59804
Tuesday, January 6, 2009, 6pm

Humane Society of Western Montana is now doing birthday parties! Your child and up to nine friends can come to the shelter and celebrate with the animals. Cake, a tour of the facilities, games, and time to interact with the animals is included. Cost is $125 and we ask that you provide two adults to help with the party. Contact Andrea at 549.HSWM.

More info: www.myhswm.org

Comedy Night, followed by Top 40 dancing.

07 Jan 2009 04:30:00 GMT

The Broadway 1609 West Broadway
Tuesday, January 6, 9:30pm – Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 2:30am

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.

More info: www.energy1075.com

Ready! Set...Read!

07 Jan 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Missoula Children's Museum
Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 11am – 12pm

This early literacy program includes storytime and a fun activity. Every Wednesday and Saturday at 11:00am.

More info: www.learnplayimagine.org

How to Navigate the Maze of Laws & Regulations

07 Jan 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Doubletree
Missoula, MT
Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 1 – 2pm

406-542-5751

Breakin' for Kids

08 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Downtown Dance Collective
Missoula, MT
Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 5 – 6pm

406-541-7240

Wing Night

08 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The Broadway 1609 West Broadway
Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 6 – 10pm

All You Can Eat Wings and Sports on 25 HDTV's!

Birthday Parties at Humane Society of Western Montana

08 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Humane Society of Western Montana
5930 Highway 93 S.
Missoula, MT 59804
Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 6pm

Humane Society of Western Montana is now doing birthday parties! Your child and up to nine friends can come to the shelter and celebrate with the animals. Cake, a tour of the facilities, games, and time to interact with the animals is included. Cost is $125 and we ask that you provide two adults to help with the party. Contact Andrea at 549.HSWM.

More info: www.myhswm.org

All Levels Dance Class

08 Jan 2009 01:30:00 GMT

707A Ronan St.
Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 6:30 – 7:30pm

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.

Missoula Stitch N Bitch

08 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Good Food Store
Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 7 – 10pm

The Missoula SNB meets weekly and our meetings are open to everyone who knits, crochets, embroiders, quilts, sews, or stitches of any kind (we even have a couple of chainmailers). If you have any questions please feel free to contact Shelli: Mrsaiaihelltune@gmail.com
- - ALWAYS TOTALLY FREE - -

More info: www.missoulaknits.blogspot.com

Ladies DJ Night

08 Jan 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Palace - 147 W Broadway
Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 9 – 10pm

Every Wednesday night. Check out our drink specials!

Seeley Lake Sled Dog Races

08 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Seeley Creek Trailhead
Seeley Lake, MT
Thursday, January 8 – Sunday, January 11, 2009

406-362-4853
Top mushers and hard-working dogs participate in this Iditarod qualifier that travels to Lincoln and back. The 300-mile race departs at 4 p.m. Jan. 8 from the Seeley Creek Trailhead, and the 200 miler departs at 4 p.m. Jan. 9 from Little Bird Restaurant

Tiny Tales

08 Jan 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Missoula Public Library - 301 East Main
Thursday, January 8, 2009, 10:30 – 11:30am

Come join us for fingerplays, nursery rhymes, songs and stories. Tiny tales is a program for babies age birth to 3 accompanied by an adult lap. Help your child develop an active imagination and a love for books!

More info: www.missoulapubliclibrary.org

New health program for seniors

08 Jan 2009 20:30:00 GMT

St. Patrick Hospital's Providence Center at 900 N. Orange Street in Missoula
Thursday, January 8, 2009, 1:30 – 3:30pm

St. Patrick Hospital invites older, sedentary adults to a new exercise and eating program. Active Living is a small, supportive class led by a dietitian and exercise specialist. Combining gentle exercises with a practical approach for changing eating and exercise habits, the program is designed to help inactive seniors restore or maintain independence. Call 329-5759 to register.

Worden's Wine Tasting

09 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Worden's Market - 451 North Higgins
Thursday, January 8, 2009, 5 – 8pm

Cost is $10.00 per person, the tasting fee will be deducted from your purchase on a case of wine.

Please call 549-1293 for details.

More info: www.wordens.com

Birthday Parties at Humane Society of Western Montana

09 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Humane Society of Western Montana
5930 Highway 93 S.
Missoula, MT 59804
Thursday, January 8, 2009, 6pm

Humane Society of Western Montana is now doing birthday parties! Your child and up to nine friends can come to the shelter and celebrate with the animals. Cake, a tour of the facilities, games, and time to interact with the animals is included. Cost is $125 and we ask that you provide two adults to help with the party. Contact Andrea at 549.HSWM.

More info: www.myhswm.org

Natural History Nights at the Roxy

09 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

The Roxy
Thursday, January 8, 2009, 7 – 9pm

Come Celebrate the Best of IWFF Films once a month at the Roxy Theater for only $5! Call 728-9380 or visit www.wildlifefilms.org for more information.

More info: www.wildlifefilms.org

Open Mic Dauphine's

09 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Dauphine's Bakery and Cafe
Missoula, MT
Thursday, January 8, 2009, 7 – 8pm

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.

Rocktastic DJ Night Party

09 Jan 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Palace
Missoula, MT
Thursday, January 8, 2009, 9 – 10pm

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.

Music at the Old Post: Andrea Harsell

09 Jan 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Old Post Pub
Missoula, MT
Thursday, January 8, 2009, 10 – 11pm

406-721-7399
Andrea Harsell, Jan. 8; The Workers, Jan. 9; Russ Nasset, Jan. 15 and 29; Road House, Jan. 16; Richie Reinholdt, Jan. 22; and The War Time Blues, Jan. 23.

Preschool Story Times

09 Jan 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Missoula Public Library - 301 E Main
Friday, January 9, 2009, 10:30 – 11:30am

Bring your Preschooler (age 3-6) to this storytime to hear stories, fingerplays and flannel board stories. Let their imaginations run wild and instill a love of books and reading into their lives!
Please call 721-BOOK for details.

Tiny Tales

09 Jan 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Missoula Public Library - 301 East Main
Friday, January 9, 2009, 10:30 – 11:30am

Come join us for fingerplays, nursery rhymes, songs and stories. Tiny tales is a program for babies age birth to 3 accompanied by an adult lap. Help your child develop an active imagination and a love for books!

More info: www.missoulapubliclibrary.org

Hellgate Elementary: “Pinocchio”

09 Jan 2009 20:15:00 GMT

Hellgate Middle School
Missoula, MT
Friday, January 9, 2009, 1:15 – 2:15pm

MCT Premiere Week performances: Hellgate Elementary performs “Pinocchio” at Hellgate Middle School. 1:15 & 7:00 p.m.

St. Joseph Elementary/Loyola High School performs “Princess and the Pea”

09 Jan 2009 20:30:00 GMT

Loyola High School
Friday, January 9, 2009, 1:30 – 3pm

MCT Premiere Week performances

Clinton Elementary School performs “Pinocchio”

09 Jan 2009 20:45:00 GMT

Clinton Elementary School
Clinton, MT
Friday, January 9, 2009, 1:45 – 3:15pm

MCT Premiere Week performances: Clinton Elementary School performs “Pinocchio” at 1:45 & 7:00 p.m.

Valley Christian School performs “The Princess and the Pea”

09 Jan 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Valley Christian School
Missoula, MT
Friday, January 9, 2009, 2 – 3:30pm

MCT Premiere Week performances

C. S. Porter Middle School performs “The Amazing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe”

10 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

C. S. Porter Middle School
Missoula, MT
Friday, January 9, 2009, 5 – 6:30pm

MCT Premiere Week performances
C. S. Porter Middle School performs “The Amazing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe”

Chief Charlo Elementary School performs “Princess and the Pea”

10 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Chief Charlo Elementary
Friday, January 9, 2009, 5 – 6:30pm

MCT Premiere Week performances
Chief Charlo Elementary School performs “Princess and the Pea” at 5:00 & 7:00 p.m.

Lewis & Clark Elementary School performs “The Little Mermaid”

10 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lewis & Clark Elementary School
Missoula, MT
Friday, January 9, 2009, 5 – 6:30pm

MCT Premiere Week performances

Sussex School performs “Red Riding Hood”

10 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sussex School
Missoula, MT
Friday, January 9, 2009, 5 – 6:30pm

MCT Premiere Week performances

Birthday Parties at Humane Society of Western Montana

10 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Humane Society of Western Montana
5930 Highway 93 S.
Missoula, MT 59804
Friday, January 9, 2009, 6pm

Humane Society of Western Montana is now doing birthday parties! Your child and up to nine friends can come to the shelter and celebrate with the animals. Cake, a tour of the facilities, games, and time to interact with the animals is included. Cost is $125 and we ask that you provide two adults to help with the party. Contact Andrea at 549.HSWM.

More info: www.myhswm.org

C. S. Porter Middle School performs “The Amazing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe”

10 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

C. S. Porter Middle School
Missoula, MT
Friday, January 9, 2009, 7 – 8:30pm

MCT Premiere Week performances
C. S. Porter Middle School performs “The Amazing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe”

Chief Charlo Elementary School performs “Princess and the Pea”

10 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Chief Charlo Elementary
Friday, January 9, 2009, 7 – 8:30pm

MCT Premiere Week performances
Chief Charlo Elementary School performs “Princess and the Pea” at 5:00 & 7:00 p.m.

Clinton Elementary School performs “Pinocchio”

10 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Clinton Elementary School
Clinton, MT
Friday, January 9, 2009, 7 – 8:30pm

MCT Premiere Week performances: Clinton Elementary School performs “Pinocchio” at 1:45 & 7:00 p.m.

Hellgate Elementary: “Pinocchio”

10 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Hellgate Middle School
Missoula, MT
Friday, January 9, 2009, 7 – 8pm

MCT Premiere Week performances: Hellgate Elementary performs “Pinocchio” at Hellgate Middle School. 1:15 & 7:00 p.m.

Lewis & Clark Elementary School performs “The Little Mermaid”

10 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Lewis & Clark Elementary School
Missoula, MT
Friday, January 9, 2009, 7 – 8:30pm

MCT Premiere Week performances

St. Joseph Elementary/Loyola High School performs “Princess and the Pea”

10 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Loyola High School
Friday, January 9, 2009, 7 – 8:30pm

MCT Premiere Week performances

Valley Christian School performs “The Princess and the Pea”

10 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Valley Christian School
Missoula, MT
Friday, January 9, 2009, 7 – 8:30pm

MCT Premiere Week performances

Friday Funk Blaster

10 Jan 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Palace - 147 W Broadway
Friday, January 9, 2009, 9 – 10pm

Every Friday night.

Brought to you by Hendawg and Earcandy Music.

Music at the Old Post: The Workers

10 Jan 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Old Post Pub
Missoula, MT
Friday, January 9, 2009, 10 – 11pm

406-721-7399
The Workers, Jan. 9; Russ Nasset, Jan. 15 and 29; Road House, Jan. 16; Richie Reinholdt, Jan. 22; and The War Time Blues, Jan. 23.

Family Art Workshop

10 Jan 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Missoula Art Museum, 335 North Pattee - Missoula
Saturday, January 10, 2009, 10:30 – 11:30am

Second Saturdays for kids and families are drop-in, hands-on, fun art workshops occurring from 10:30 am - 12:00noon on the second Saturday of every month.

Call 728-0447 for more information.

More info: www.missoulaartmuseum.org

Creativity for Life

10 Jan 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Living Art
2925 North Reserve St.
Missoula, MT
Saturday, January 10, 2009, 10:30am – 12:30pm

406-549-5329
Living Art offers arts workshops for people facing illness or loss, and for caregivers.

Ready! Set...Read!

10 Jan 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Missoula Children's Museum
Saturday, January 10, 2009, 11am – 12pm

This early literacy program includes storytime and a fun activity. Every Wednesday and Saturday at 11:00am.

More info: www.learnplayimagine.org

Dance Extravaganza

10 Jan 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Downtown Dance Collective
121 W. Main St.
Missoula, MT
Saturday, January 10, 2009, 1 – 7pm

406-541-7240
Sample several styles of dance to find your favorites. New classes beginning in January include West Coast swing, salsa and breakdance for kids.

Saturday Kids' Activity: Snow, Ice and Everything Nice!

10 Jan 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Montana Natural History Center
Missoula, MT
Saturday, January 10, 2009, 2 – 3pm

406-327-0405
Age: 5 years old and up. Call 327-0405 for exceptions.
Free with admission ($1 adults, 50 cents for kids. MNHC members are free.
Children must be accompanied by an adult

More info: www.montananaturalist.org

Winter Jam Series

10 Jan 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Ruby's Reserve Street Inn and Convention Center
Missoula, MT
Saturday, January 10, 2009, 2pm – 12am

406-829-6546
It's a pickin' party and potluck hosted by the Montana Rockies Bluegrass Association with dinner around 6 p.m.

Birthday Parties at Humane Society of Western Montana

11 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Humane Society of Western Montana
5930 Highway 93 S.
Missoula, MT 59804
Saturday, January 10, 2009, 6pm

Humane Society of Western Montana is now doing birthday parties! Your child and up to nine friends can come to the shelter and celebrate with the animals. Cake, a tour of the facilities, games, and time to interact with the animals is included. Cost is $125 and we ask that you provide two adults to help with the party. Contact Andrea at 549.HSWM.

More info: www.myhswm.org

“Creating the Peacable Kingdom”

11 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Jeannette Rankin Peace Center
519 S. Higgins
Missoula, MT
Saturday, January 10, 2009, 7 – 8pm

406-543-3955
Gifted and humorous author Keek Mensing discusses her work as an animal communicator, her new book, The Way I Hear Them: Stories of an Animal Communicator, and the wonder of interspecies dialogues between humans and animals.

String Orchestra of the Rockies: Solo String Competition

11 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

UM Music Recital Hall
Missoula, MT
Saturday, January 10, 2009, 7 – 9pm

406-728-8203
The finest young string players from across the US vie for a chance to perform as soloist with the String Orchestra of the Rockies.

Blue Onion Band

11 Jan 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Sauce's Place
Seeley Lake, MT
Saturday, January 10, 2009, 9 – 11pm

406-227-6389 or 362-4853
The rockin' Flathead Valley blues trio performs a benefit concert in support of mushers and dogs during the annual Seeley dog races.

Audition for MCT Community Theatre “Bye Bye Birdie”

11 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Missoula Childrens Theatre
Missoula, MT
Sunday, January 11, 2009

For more information, call 728-1911, visit our community theatre audition information page.

Jazz Brunch

11 Jan 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Blue Canyon Restaurant, Hilton Garden Inn - Missoula
Sunday, January 11, 2009, 10 – 11am

Clarinetist Chuck Florence, bassist Beth Lo and guitarist David Horgan regale the brunch crowd with Jazz.

Call 532-5300 for details.

Birthday Parties at Humane Society of Western Montana

12 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Humane Society of Western Montana
5930 Highway 93 S.
Missoula, MT 59804
Sunday, January 11, 2009, 6pm

Humane Society of Western Montana is now doing birthday parties! Your child and up to nine friends can come to the shelter and celebrate with the animals. Cake, a tour of the facilities, games, and time to interact with the animals is included. Cost is $125 and we ask that you provide two adults to help with the party. Contact Andrea at 549.HSWM.

More info: www.myhswm.org

Birthday Parties at Humane Society of Western Montana

13 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Humane Society of Western Montana
5930 Highway 93 S.
Missoula, MT 59804
Monday, January 12, 2009, 6pm

Humane Society of Western Montana is now doing birthday parties! Your child and up to nine friends can come to the shelter and celebrate with the animals. Cake, a tour of the facilities, games, and time to interact with the animals is included. Cost is $125 and we ask that you provide two adults to help with the party. Contact Andrea at 549.HSWM.

More info: www.myhswm.org

Water Babies Classes

13 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Peak Health and Wellness Center
Missoula, MT
Monday, January 12, 2009, 6 – 7pm

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.

Missoula Scrabble League

13 Jan 2009 01:30:00 GMT

Missoula Public Library
Monday, January 12, 2009, 6:30 – 7:30pm

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.

Teranga Dance & Drum

13 Jan 2009 01:45:00 GMT

2926 S. 3rd St. W. (across from Hawthorne School) - Missoula
Monday, January 12, 2009, 6:45 – 8:45pm

Teranga Dance & Drum, West African Sabar Drum & Dance classes. Every Monday night, 2926 S. 3rd St. W. . Drum class starts 6:45 p.m., dance class starts at 7:45 p.m. $8 for either class or $10 for both. Call (406) 529-2322 for more info.

City Council Meeting

13 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

City Council Chambers, 140 West Pine St, Missoula
Monday, January 12, 2009, 7 – 9pm

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.

More info: www.ci.missoula.mt.us…

Bingo

13 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

VFW
Missoula, MT
Monday, January 12, 2009, 7 – 8pm

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.

Family Story Time

13 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Missoula Public Library
301 East Main, Missoula
Monday, January 12, 2009, 7 – 8pm

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

Music at the Red Bird: Larry Hirschberg

13 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Red Bird Wine Bar
Missoula, MT
Monday, January 12, 2009, 7 – 10pm

406-549-2906
Larry Hirschberg, Jan. 12; The Acousticals, Jan. 19; and Accidental String Band, Jan. 26.

Meditation

13 Jan 2009 02:30:00 GMT

Open Way Mindfulness Center - 702 Brooks
Monday, January 12, 2009, 7:30 – 8:30pm

Every Monday night at 7:30pm

The traditions of Thich Nhat Hanh are practiced and the main focus of the group is to develop mindfulness in our everyday lives. All are welcome, free, donations for the space appreciated. Great group for beginners.

Pet Problems

13 Jan 2009 16:00:00 GMT

KBGA (89.9 FM)
Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 9 – 9:30am

Pet Problems? Fido or Fluffy driving you crazy?

Call in (243-6226) during the show or email (petproblems@yahoo.com) in advance and listen to KBGA (89.9 FM) every Tuesday from 9 - 9:30 am for answers to your dog or cat issues.

Tiny Tales

13 Jan 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Missoula Public Library - 301 East Main
Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 10:30 – 11:30am

Come join us for fingerplays, nursery rhymes, songs and stories. Tiny tales is a program for babies age birth to 3 accompanied by an adult lap. Help your child develop an active imagination and a love for books!

More info: www.missoulapubliclibrary.org

Tiny Tales

13 Jan 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Missoula Public Library
Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 10:30 – 11:30am

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.

World of Wonders

13 Jan 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Missoula Children's Museum
Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 11am – 12pm

The Children’s Museum, Missoula presents the World of Wonders, a series of interactive programs for children. Join us on a journey of science, discovery and technology. Activities will include story telling, interactive games, music and movement, art projects and science experiments.

Every 1st Thursday at 3:30pm and 2nd Tuesday at 11:00am

Age Group: Kids
Venue: Missoula Children's Museum
Address: 225 W Front, Missoula
Phone: 541.PLAY

Breast Cancer Support Group

13 Jan 2009 19:00:00 GMT

St. Patrick Hospital - St. Francis Xavier Parish Center, 420 W. Pine Street
Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 12 – 1pm

St. Pat's sponsors a Breast Cancer Support Group for those who have recently been diagnosed with breast cancer or who are survivors, as well as family members. The group meets every Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m. at the St. Francis Xavier Parish Center at 420 W. Pine Street. Meetings are led by Jan Riva, a medical social worker at St. Pat's.

For more information, please call 329-5713.

New health program for seniors

13 Jan 2009 20:30:00 GMT

St. Patrick Hospital's Providence Center at 900 N. Orange Street in Missoula
Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 1:30 – 3:30pm

St. Patrick Hospital invites older, sedentary adults to a new exercise and eating program. Active Living is a small, supportive class led by a dietitian and exercise specialist. Combining gentle exercises with a practical approach for changing eating and exercise habits, the program is designed to help inactive seniors restore or maintain independence. Call 329-5759 to register.

Birthday Parties at Humane Society of Western Montana

14 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Humane Society of Western Montana
5930 Highway 93 S.
Missoula, MT 59804
Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 6pm

Humane Society of Western Montana is now doing birthday parties! Your child and up to nine friends can come to the shelter and celebrate with the animals. Cake, a tour of the facilities, games, and time to interact with the animals is included. Cost is $125 and we ask that you provide two adults to help with the party. Contact Andrea at 549.HSWM.

More info: www.myhswm.org

Reading: Steve Rinella

14 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Fact and Fiction Downtown
220 N. Higgins
Missoula, MT
Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 7 – 8:30pm

406-721-2881
Author reads from and signs American Buffalo.

More info: www.factandfictionbooks.com

3rd Annual Missoula Ideas Festival

14 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Hellgate High School Theatre
Missoula, MT
Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 7 – 8pm

Contact: Chase Maxwell & Marlena Serviss at 406-396-4947 or 406-396-3011
All film screenings will be in the Hellgate High School Theatre, around seven in the evening.
-Tuesday, January 13: West 47th Street.
-Wednesday, January 29: Michael Moore’s “Sicko”

All lectures will be held in the Hellgate High School Theatre, around seven in the evening.
-Wednesday, January14: Patrice Lindstrom – Specialist in Neurobehavioral studies at St. Pats discussing the “Mental Healthcare Crisis.”
-Thursday, January 30: Panel Discussion (Five healthcare professionals)

Model A meeting

14 Jan 2009 02:30:00 GMT

Southgate Mall Community Room
Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 7:30 – 9pm

Monthly meeting for the Big Sky A's, the Model A club for Missoula area. You don't have to have a Model A, just a fondness for Model A's. Ford made the Model A from 1928 - 1931.

More info: www.spitfire.net…

Barbershop Quartets

14 Jan 2009 02:30:00 GMT

St. Paul Lutheran Church
Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 7:30 – 8:30pm

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.

"Someone Who’ll Watch Over Me”

14 Jan 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Crystal Theatre
Missoula, MT
Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 8 – 10pm

406-945-2904
Tickets $5-$15
Montana Actors Theatre presents Frank McGuinness's Tony Award-winning tale of hostages, stereotypes, and finding hope and humor during life's darkest moments.

More info: www.mtactors.com

Comedy Night, followed by Top 40 dancing.

14 Jan 2009 04:30:00 GMT

The Broadway 1609 West Broadway
Tuesday, January 13, 9:30pm – Wednesday, January 14, 2009, 2:30am

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.

More info: www.energy1075.com

Ready! Set...Read!

14 Jan 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Missoula Children's Museum
Wednesday, January 14, 2009, 11am – 12pm

This early literacy program includes storytime and a fun activity. Every Wednesday and Saturday at 11:00am.

More info: www.learnplayimagine.org

Art Guide Training

14 Jan 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Missoula Art Museum
Missoula, MT
Wednesday, January 14, 2009, 12 – 1:30pm

MAM needs a strong corps of Art Guides to introduce the community to our
grand new facility and diverse line up of exhibitions. Art Guides play
an integral role in the museum experience providing a trained eye to
guide visitors to a deeper understanding and engagement of the
exhibitions. Art Guide trainings for year-round guides occur on the
second Wednesday of each month at 12 pm. Training will offer an overview
of the Art Guide program, policies and practices and the Visual Thinking
Strategies. Refreshments will be provided. RSVP to Renee at 728-0447
ext.228

Wing Night

15 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The Broadway 1609 West Broadway
Wednesday, January 14, 2009, 6 – 10pm

All You Can Eat Wings and Sports on 25 HDTV's!

Birthday Parties at Humane Society of Western Montana

15 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Humane Society of Western Montana
5930 Highway 93 S.
Missoula, MT 59804
Wednesday, January 14, 2009, 6pm

Humane Society of Western Montana is now doing birthday parties! Your child and up to nine friends can come to the shelter and celebrate with the animals. Cake, a tour of the facilities, games, and time to interact with the animals is included. Cost is $125 and we ask that you provide two adults to help with the party. Contact Andrea at 549.HSWM.

More info: www.myhswm.org

Missoula Stitch N Bitch

15 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Good Food Store
Wednesday, January 14, 2009, 7 – 10pm

The Missoula SNB meets weekly and our meetings are open to everyone who knits, crochets, embroiders, quilts, sews, or stitches of any kind (we even have a couple of chainmailers). If you have any questions please feel free to contact Shelli: Mrsaiaihelltune@gmail.com
- - ALWAYS TOTALLY FREE - -

More info: www.missoulaknits.blogspot.com

3rd Annual Missoula Ideas Festival

15 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Hellgate High School Theatre
Missoula, MT
Wednesday, January 14, 2009, 7 – 8pm

Contact: Chase Maxwell & Marlena Serviss at 406-396-4947 or 406-396-3011
All film screenings will be in the Hellgate High School Theatre, around seven in the evening.
-Tuesday, January 13: West 47th Street.
-Wednesday, January 29: Michael Moore’s “Sicko”

All lectures will be held in the Hellgate High School Theatre, around seven in the evening.
-Wednesday, January14: Patrice Lindstrom – Specialist in Neurobehavioral studies at St. Pats discussing the “Mental Healthcare Crisis.”
-Thursday, January 30: Panel Discussion (Five healthcare professionals)

Ladies DJ Night

15 Jan 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Palace - 147 W Broadway
Wednesday, January 14, 2009, 9 – 10pm

Every Wednesday night. Check out our drink specials!

Volunteer Meeting for the Humane Society of Western Montana

15 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Humane Society of Western MT, 5930 HWY 93 South - Missoula
Thursday, January 15, 2009

To sign up for the monthly volunteer meeting, or if you have any questions regarding the program, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 406-549-3934, 406-549-HSWM or volunteer@myhswm.org.

More info: www.myhswm.org…

Tiny Tales

15 Jan 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Missoula Public Library - 301 East Main
Thursday, January 15, 2009, 10:30 – 11:30am

Come join us for fingerplays, nursery rhymes, songs and stories. Tiny tales is a program for babies age birth to 3 accompanied by an adult lap. Help your child develop an active imagination and a love for books!

More info: www.missoulapubliclibrary.org

Tiny Tales

15 Jan 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Missoula Public Library
Thursday, January 15, 2009, 10:30 – 11:30am

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.

New health program for seniors

15 Jan 2009 20:30:00 GMT

St. Patrick Hospital's Providence Center at 900 N. Orange Street in Missoula
Thursday, January 15, 2009, 1:30 – 3:30pm

St. Patrick Hospital invites older, sedentary adults to a new exercise and eating program. Active Living is a small, supportive class led by a dietitian and exercise specialist. Combining gentle exercises with a practical approach for changing eating and exercise habits, the program is designed to help inactive seniors restore or maintain independence. Call 329-5759 to register.

Worden's Wine Tasting

16 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Worden's Market - 451 North Higgins
Thursday, January 15, 2009, 5 – 8pm

Cost is $10.00 per person, the tasting fee will be deducted from your purchase on a case of wine.

Please call 549-1293 for details.

More info: www.wordens.com

Reception: “Fritz Scholder: Lithographs”

16 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Montana Museum of Art and Culture
PARTV Building, UM Campus
Missoula, MT
Thursday, January 15, 2009, 5 – 7pm

406-243-2019
20 lithographs, created by the renowned artist during his stay at the Tamarind Institute in New Mexico, reflect the depth and range of his creativity. "Spirit Trails and Sky Beings," also on display Jan. 13-March 7, features Ojibway stories scribed on birch scrolls by Ojibway traditionalist and UM graduate Richard Lafromboise. Learn more about both exhibits during a gallery talk at 7 p.m. Jan. 22 in the Masquer Theatre, titled "Multiple Impressions."

Birthday Parties at Humane Society of Western Montana

16 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Humane Society of Western Montana
5930 Highway 93 S.
Missoula, MT 59804
Thursday, January 15, 2009, 6pm

Humane Society of Western Montana is now doing birthday parties! Your child and up to nine friends can come to the shelter and celebrate with the animals. Cake, a tour of the facilities, games, and time to interact with the animals is included. Cost is $125 and we ask that you provide two adults to help with the party. Contact Andrea at 549.HSWM.

More info: www.myhswm.org

Reading: Kathy “Keek” Mensing

16 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Fact and Fiction Downtown
220 N. Higgins
Missoula, MT
Thursday, January 15, 2009, 7 – 8:30pm

406-721-2881
Author discusses and signs The Way I Hear Them.

More info: www.factandfictionbooks.com