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Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Late Summer Events in the Flathead


Summer is rapidly drawing to a close. Have you done everything you wanted to do with your family this summer? Are you looking for a few more activities to enjoy during these last few weeks of summer? The Flathead Valley, in Northwest Montana, is still alive and kickin' with numerous summer events. Take a look at what's going on in your area:

Glacier National Park:

August 23rd: "Picnic in the Park" - Have a picnic with your family at Glacier National Park. The Glacier Centennial program will launch its full calendar of activities for the centennial celebration. Live music and cake will be provided. The park's gates are FREE this day. Event locations: Lake McDonald Lodge and Glacier Park Lodge. 11-4 p.m.

Kalispell:

August 19-23rd: Northwest MT Fair at the Flathead Valley Fairgrounds. This year the Fair is "Bustin' Loose" with the PPRCA Rodeo, Indian Relay Races and POW WOW, Pig Wrestling, Team Penning and the Demolition Derby; plus, the carnival rides and petting zoo. There is something for every family member to enjoy!

August 25th: Picnic in the Park. A summer evening concert at Depot Park in Kalispell. This concert features local favorite, Rob Quist and the Great Northern Band. Food and Beverages are available for purchase. Free admission. 7-9 p.m.

August 22nd and August 29th: Farmer's Markets.

Kalispell Center Mall market: 9-12:30 p.m. Fresh veggies, arts & crafts, food vendors.

Evergreen Acres market: 10-1:30 a.m. (154 W. Reserve Dr.) Hutterite veggies, chickens and turkeys, flathead cherries, jams and jellies, arts & crafts, antiques, Watkins products.

Whitefish:


August 22nd: Race up the Danny On Trail: A Big Mountain Trail Run, 8:00 a.m. How fast can you run up the Danny On Trail??? Challenge yourself! All proceeds go benefit the Glacier Nordic Ski Team. All racers receive a free ride down the chairlift.


August 22nd: Duck Derby 2:30 p.m. at the Whitefish Riverside Park and Baker Ave. Adopt a duck for charity. A benefit for the community. Grand prize $5,000. Join "The Big Fish" for all the fun!


August 29th: Brewfest at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Starts at 3 p.m. 13 breweries. Entry includes 10 free samples from the Northwest best independent breweries. The FREE snowbus will be running to town. $20.00 in advance.

Lakeside:

August 22-23rd: 4th annual Big Sky Antique and Classic Boat Show. Come to Lakeside to view these beautiful boats! Don't forget to stop by the Tamarack Brewery for lunch or dinner. Kids will love the chocolate chip cookie pizza!


Polson:

August 22nd:
4th annual Brewfest on the Lake. Join the fun at KwaTagNuk Resort on their patio starting at 6 p.m. Brews from local breweries. Food from area eateries and dancing to live music. $10 admission fee.

Be sure to check our Events page at http://www.whitefishradio.com. Do you have a special event that you would like to post on our website? Please contact us at 406-862-5250 for more details.