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 State Event Calendar August 1-4, Northeast Montana Fair Northeast Montana celebrates summer with family fun-free entertainment, with music, magic acts, clowns, two days of PRCA rodeo, a demolition derby, and lawn mower races. . Livestock exhibits and judging, 4-H exhibits, arts & crafts, quilting, needlework, canning and baking, food, carnival, food booths, commercial booths and machinery displays For information call: (406)228-8221 [Return to top] August 2- August 07, Conference of Weavers and Spinners /SETT ‘99 The Montana Association of Weavers and Spinners invites you to the Association of Northwest Weaver’s Guilds 19th Biennial Conference SETT Under the Big Sky being held on the beautiful campus of Montana State University, in Bozeman. Formal and informal fashion shows, exhibits, and special interest meetings are but a few of the events to savor. There are 1, 2, and 3 day workshops, seminars and super seminars lead by outstanding instructors in the fiber arts. Vendors from around the country will provide weavers, spinners and other fiber artists wide selections of supplies. For information call: (406)727-4296 [Return to top] August 4, Taste of Bozeman The ultimate dining experience, dinner on the Main street of Bozeman with 2000 friends. A congenial atmosphere with music and entertainment makes this a memorable dining event. Seated dinners require reservations, but Bite of Bozeman allows snacking along the sidewalk. For information call: (406)586-4003 [Return to top] August 5, Kids Fest A festival by kids, about kids and for kids and their family. Stage acts carnival booths, interactive activities, displays, music and more. For information call: (406)721-7275 [Return to top] August 9 - August 13, Judith River Dinosaur Dig Join paleontologist Nate Murphy of the Judith River Dinosaur Institute for a hands-on dinosaur experience. Choose from one or more days in the field at an established dinosaur site, for instruction and excavation. Contact for expedition dates. For information call: (406)654-2323 [Return to top] August 13- August 15, Huckleberry Days Huckleberry Days pays tribute to the huckleberry, one of northwest MT, native delicacies. Held in downtown Whitefish, this 3 day annual event features arts and crafts, pie-eating contest, a huckleberry cook-off, treasure hunt, sidewalk sales, and lots of family fun. For information call: (406)862-3501 [Return to top] August 15- August 20, Roundup Cattle Drive, Inc. Spend 6 days and 7 nights on the trail working cattle just as cowboys have for over 100 years. You will gain hands-on experience in horseback riding, cattle driving, riding in a covered wagon, and side trailrides, Every evening we have western music dancing or entertainment. A ranch rodeo will be held with you, the guest, being a contestant to give you a chance to show off the skills you learned during the drive. For information call: (406)358-2454 [Return to top] August 20- August 22, Big Sky Rendezvous and Country Music Event Bull Lake near Troy in northwest Montana is the setting for camping, live country music, food, and refreshments. For information call: (406)295-4358 [Return to top] August 26 - August 29, Chouteau County Fair Annual county fair featuring carnival rides, a rodeo, dance and concert, demolition derby and food concessions. Also featured is livestock , photography, artwork, crafts, food, garden and wheat production entries. All events handicapped accessible, For information call: (406)622-5282 [Return to top] August 28- August 29, Montana Walleye Unlimited Fall Classic Montana’s premier Walleye fishing tournament on one of the best walleye fisheries in the United States. Hosted by some of the friendliest people you would ever want to meet. Limited to 75 two person teams. Join a spectacular weekend on Fort Peck. Montana’s Crooked Creek Fall Classic fishing tournament on one of the best walleye fisheries in the United States. Hosted by some of the finest friendly people you will ever meet. For information call: (406)464-5491 [Return to top] September 1- September 6, Milk River Wagon Train The oldest continuous wagon train in the west pulls out on its 30th excursion on September 1st. No fees or registration, just 5 days of good wholesome outdoors fun with horses, teams, wagons and people who love ‘em all. For information call: (406)654-1796 [Return to top] September 3- September 5, Dog Obedience Trials An obedience trial is a sport to demonstrate the usefulness of the purebred dog as a companion to his/her handler. Dog and handler perform exercise from very basic to advanced. For information call: (406)965-3570 [Return to top] September 4- September 6, Knothead Jamboree-Square Dancing Virginia City Mother Lode Writers Workshop is in Virginia City; Montana Highway 287, 90 miles west of Yellowstone Park, 72 miles south of Butter, or 67 miles south of Bozeman. For information call: (406)248-6055 [Return to top] September 5, Hi-Line Promotions, Inc. (World’s Largest Hamburger Event) Hi-Line Promotions, a non-profit organization, plans to prepare the world’s largest hamburger ever at Sleeping Buffalo Resort, Saco, Montana. On September 5, 1999, the group will attempt to outdo the present Guinness Book of World’s Records 5,520 pound 21 foot diameter record holder. For information call: (406)654-1702 [Return to top] September 10- September 11, Montana Old Time Fiddlers’ Convention This fiddling show is in conjunction with our state convention. Montana’s top fiddlers will be the main attraction at the show. For information call: (406)736-5391 [Return to top] September 10 - September 12, Rendezvous & Trade Show A chance for sled dog mushers to jump start your training season by attending Rendezvous. Learn new techniques, refine race strategy, and check out equipment innovations and information at the trade show. Featured speakers with a variety of informational and inspirational topics. For information call: (406)442-4008 [Return to top] September 16- September 17, Antique and Collectable Extravaganza Dealers from around 8 states will attend the extravaganza and display all kinds of antiques and collectibles including jewelry, glass, primitives, furniture and western items. For information call: (308)436-8355 [Return to top] September 19, Highland Games Festival To celebrate the Scottish name of our fair city we are having Scottish games, bagpipes, clan tents, craft sales, parades, Scottish foods, and have an enjoyable time for the family. For information call: (406)228-2222 [Return to top] September 20- September 24, Native American Awareness Week Flathead Indian Reservations schools and the public share Salish, Kootenai, and Pend d’Oreille crafts, history, demonstrations, and exhibits by tribal departments during this week. Enjoy drumming, singing, and native dancing. Taste traditional fry bread and dry meat. For information call: (406)675-0160 [Return to top] September 23- September 26, Laurel Herbstfest Laurel’s Herbfest is one of Montana’s largest ethnic festivals. German residents from Laurel host this celebration which includes a parade, German dancing, music and foods. For information call: (406)628-7852 [Return to top] September 26, Peaks To Prairie Triathlon race beginning with a 8.8 mile run south of Red Lodge followed by a 43 mile bicycling leg from downtown Red Lodge to Laurel, then a 22 mile boating leg on the Yellowstone River from Riverside Park to Coulson Park. For information call: (406)245-2582 [Return to top] October 1- October 3, Port Polson Annual Oktoberfest and Harvest Festival Authentic German music (live orchestra) Bayern Amber Oktoberfest beer, Young wild boar roast, traditional food and desserts, demonstration dancers, audience participation dancing, waltzes, polkas, schottisches, Swiss Alp horn concert, Swiss yodeler (concert) from Calgary Alberta, all for one low cost per person, make reservations early. Seating limited. With this schedule, we will sell out! Parade too, grand daddy of all farmers markets, Harvest Festival, displays, booths, exhibits, contests, etc. downtown. For information call: (406)883-4345 [Return to top] October 2, Fort Missoula Festival Fort Missoula Festival is a multi-faceted, multi-generational celebration that provide young and old with entertainment and activity. Events include the 15th Annual Blue Mountain Women’s Run (preregistration required), bands from around the region, luxurious fall flower show and sale. The Historical Museum will schedule events including cider making to demonstrations of antique saw mills, and harvest dinner. For information call: (406)728-3662 [Return to top] October 7- October 10, 6th Annual Glacier Jazz Stampede This four-day Jazz Festival features Ragtime, Dixieland Swing, Modern and Big Band jazz at fun venues around the Flathead Valley. Workshops for students, gospel services on Sunday, and costume contests are all part of the fun. For information call: (406)862-3814 [Return to top] October 8, Wine Tasting Festival Semi-formal event where participants taste a vast variety of wines and sample hors d’oeuvres. An elegant evening and fun evening. For information call: (406)363-2400 [Return to top] October 10, Columbia Falls Snowmobile Grass and Drag Races Snowmobile drag races on the grass. State competition points race. Many out of state racers; speeds over 100 mph; precision machines; family fun. For information call: (406)892-PLAY [Return to top] October 16, 1999 - October 17, Glacier Golden Autumn Arts and Crafts Show and Sale The historical Izaak Walton Inn hosts this annual show and sale featuring outstanding crafts, people and artists. Shop and then visit Glacier National Park in its full golden color of fall. For information call: (406)888-5700 [Return to top] October 18- October 23, Livingston Wind Festival The Wind Festival celebrates Livingston’s most plentiful ‘resource’. Informative exhibits and presentations, art show, quilt display, entertainment and performances for all ages. For information call: (406)222-3793 [Return to top] October 22- December 03, Bald Eagle Migration Throughout the fall eagle migration approximately 1000 bald eagles come to feed on spawning salmon during this 6 week period every year. Spotting scopes are set up on the weekend and volunteers are available to answer questions. A visitor’s center with hands on displays is also open seven days a week during this time. For information call: (406)475-3128 [Return to top] October 29, Haunted House A spooky adventure for young and old. All proceeds to youth programming at Missoula Parks & Recreation. For information call: (406)721-7275 [Return to top] October 30, Ranchers Roundup Livingston Area Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Appreciation Dinner cocktail hour, dinner, motivational speaker, dance, and Rancher’s Hall of Fame Award. For information call: (406)222-0850 [Return to top] October 31, Charlie Judd Memorial Halloween Party City wide party for children offers free entertainment, carnival games, monster lab, costume contest, hot dogs, pop and goodies on Sunday, October 31, 1999. For information call: (406)782-0742 [Return to top] November 1- November 30, Cross Country Fall Ski Camp During November, West Yellowstone, Montana comes alive in lycra. The early snow brings cross-country ski enthusiasts from around the world to train on the superior Rendezvous Trail System. Residents of this small mountain community eagerly await this season each year — looking forward to greeting old friends and meeting new ones. Plenty of lodging choices, some with kitchens and some with full training table meal plans, are available. And, as well, a few restaurants are open to cater to this special crowd. Thanksgiving week, as always, will feature technique clinics, manufactures exhibits, motivational talks, wax clinics, racing events and an overall warm feeling of camaraderie. Skiing clinics of varying length and fees will take place between November 21 and 29. From novice to expert everyone is welcomed. For information call: (406)646-7701 [Return to top] November 6, Winter Fair Choteau Soroptimists sponsor their annual Winter Fair craft and Bazaar sale. Local art work, crafts, and baked goods are on sale. Proceeds go to community projects. For information call: (406)466-5340 [Return to top] November 11- November 14, Christmas Collection From Wednesday evening, November 10, through Sunday afternoon, November 14, the second floor of the Paris Gibson Square in downtown Great Falls will be transformed into a holiday wonderland for the 20th Annual Christmas Collection, Great Falls’ premiere holiday arts and crafts shopping extravaganza. Ranging from cute and quirky to extraordinarily beautiful, this eagerly anticipated annual event features original work by hundreds of the fines craftspeople and artists in the Northwest. Proceeds from each year’s Christmas Collection benefit the Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art’s exhibitions and programs. House in a 100-year-old registered National Historic Landmark building, Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art is the second largest contemporary art museum in Montana. While shopping at Christmas Collection 1999, visitors are encouraged to explore the museum galleries and tour the historic building, originally opened in 1896 as the city’s first high school. There is no admission fee for the Museum of Art. Christmas Collection treats more than 5,000 people each year to a winter wonderland of treats for the eyes, ears, and taste buds! Arts and crafts from throughout the Northwest region are displayed in delightfully decorated theme rooms including Cabin Fever, Grandma’s Attic, Country Christmas, The Gibson Inn, and Arctic Village. Wednesday evening, November 10, features the elegant, by-ticket-only ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’ Collection Preview Evening Gala from 7:00 - 10:00pm. Entertained by festive holiday performers and treated to fine hors d oeuvres, preview evening guests have the privilege of being the first to explore the Christmas Collection bounty. For information call: (406)727-8255 [Return to top] November 12 - November 13, Murder Mystery Weekend A Mystery Weekend is a fun, action-packed, suspense-filled weekend, where participants try to determine ‘Who dunnitt???’ with regard to the ‘murders’ that occurred during the weekend. For information call: (406)333-4933 [Return to top] November 13- November 14, Holiday Food Festival and Seasonal Creations Craft Show Over 10,000 attendees stroll the aisles to see holiday cooking demos, food vendors, gift merchants, quality handcrafted gift items, family entertainment, and pictures with Santa Claus. For information call: (406)657-1269 [Return to top] November 20, Cut Bank Winter Festival This winter festival offers a carnival, food, music, and ice carvings. The day ends with a parade of lights down Main Street and lighting 10,000 Christmas bulbs at the court house. For information call: (406)873-4041 [Return to top] November 24, Conrad Christmas Stroll Conrad’s home town stroll provides a wonderful diversion in the midst of the Thanksgiving season. Old friends meet in Conrad’s downtown district where they are treated to the annual lighting of the Christmas tree at the Pondera County Courthouse with local talent providing a musical backdrop. Santa arrives on a horse drawn wagon to officially begin the stroll. The younger children are treated to a carnival hosted at the local school, while parents can enjoy shopping on Main Street. A miniature train ride is also provided for the smaller shoppers. Horse drawn wagon rides are furnished for the entire evening, shuttling shoppers from the shopping center to downtown to a live nativity to the bell ringers performing in one of the local businesses. Local civic groups accommodate the hungry with a variety of taste sensations, from Home-made suckers to German sausage and many items in between. For information call: (406)278-7791 [Return to top] November 26, Crazy Mountain Christmas Join the fun — get ready for Christmas in down town Big Timber. Take a ride in a horse drawn wagon, get a picture with Santa, enjoy ethnic food! For information call: (406)932-4678 [Return to top] November 28, The Nutcracker This colorful new production by the San Diego Ballet Company brings costumes, sets, and dancers never seen in Montana on November 28th, 2:00p.m. and 7:30p.m. at the Alberta Bair Theater. The Nutcracker Ballet, always a special holiday treat, includes dances which will give you and your family a lasting memorable experience. The San Diego Ballet Company performs the Nutcracker in the traditional style, with a beautiful set design and dancers that inspire and warm the hearts of the audience. The Billings Gazette is sponsoring both Nutcracker performances. For information call: (406)252-3610 [Return to top] December 1- December 5, Christmas Comes To Life and Festival of Trees Enjoy live Christmas scenes and the festival of trees , carolers and horse-drawn wagons help you get into the Christmas spirit. Roasted chestnuts and hot apple cider are offered on street corners, accompanied by Christmas music. For information call: (406)293-4167 [Return to top] December 3, Artwalk Downtown Artwalk Downtown was established in 1994 as a venue to promote fine arts and crafts in Billings. The participating galleries offer a wide variety of works for your visual enjoyment. Everyone is invited to Artwalk Downtown! For information call: (406)252-0122 [Return to top] December 4, Pancake Breakfast Join locals and visitors for homemade sourdough pancakes, sausage and eggs while you sit around the wood stove sipping coffee or hot chocolate. Get the latest trail update from club members, then head out for a day of unparalleled snowmobiling. For information call: (406)362-4335 [Return to top] December 8- December 19, Snowboard Camp A snowboard camp for ages 13 and up. Open to all abilities for free riders and racing. The camp is run by the Big Mountain Snowboard coach and members of the U.S. Snowboard team. For information call: (406)862-1900 [Return to top] December 11, American Legion/VFW Turkey Dinner and Sleigh Ride This historical gathering dates from mid-century when veterans and hunters prepared a turkey dinner for local residents. It is still free, there are also raffles, prizes, Santa visits and a horse drawn sleigh ride. For information call: (406)684-5461 [Return to top] December 17, North Pole Stroll Visit Ennis and start your holiday shopping. Visit all the shops on Main Street, register for drawing for prizes, enjoy the festive decorations and jump-start your holiday spirit. For information call: (406)682-4388 [Return to top] December 18, 1999 - December 19, Kandahar Cup A race open to all kid’s who want ski racing experience. For information call: (406)862-2900 [Return to top] December 19, Christmas Tea Bell choir concert, Christmas readings and carols, visit from Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus, heirloom decorations through out the museum. Refreshments available. For information call: (406)363-3338 [Return to top] December 20- December 26, Christmas Eve Festivities The Christmas Spirit is alive at Big Sky Resort during the holidays. Events include visits by Santa and the Elves, free theatrical presentations of ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’, special interdenominational services, a traditional Christmas buffet dinner, caroling and other festivities for the family. All of these events take place at the Huntley Lodge and Yellowstone Conference Center. other activities are available—including alpine skiing, sleigh rides dinners, snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, horseback riding, dog sledding and hot air balloon rides. For information call: (406)995-5000 [Return to top] December 26, Anaconda Snowmobile Club Fun Run Follow a groomed and designated trail leaving from Georgetown Lake Lodge. Tickets drawn for prizes. Safety information available at sign-up. Coffee and hot chocolate will be available free at the Peterson Meadows warming hut. For information call: (406)563-2918 [Return to top] December 31, New Years Eve Fireworks Display and Celebration Big Sky Resort offers a wide choice of celebrations for the New Year—including a special dinner dance with big band entertainment, a teen and children’s dance and a variety of music in the local bars. The fireworks display over the mountains highlights the evening. All of these events take place in the Mountain Village of Big Sky Ski & Summer Resort. Other activities are available—including alpine skiing, sleigh rides dinners, snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, horseback riding, dog sledding and hot air balloon rides. For information call: (406)995-5000 [Return to top] December 31, Sonny Todd Real Estate Cowboy Ball The 11th annual Cowboy Ball is where a tux and blue jeans go together with style. People from all around come for an evening of dancing and fun. All the proceeds go towards the Cowboy Ball Scholarship fund for a Sweet Grass High School graduate. For information call: (406)932-6668 [Return to top] December 31, Charlie Russell Chew-Choo New Year’s Eve Train Enjoy Central Montana’s wide open spaces on a special New Year’s Eve Train, with hot hors d’oeuvre music by Pollo Loco, a prime rib dinner back at the Yogo Inn, followed by a private New Year’s Eve Dance. Includes your room for the night at the Yogo Inn. 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