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October in the Flathead: Festivals, Concerts & Celebrations
October is here, and the Flathead Valley is alive with community events, live music, theatre, and seasonal celebrations. From the Great Northwest Oktoberfest in Whitefish and the Harvest Moon Fest in Kalispell, to the symphonic brilliance of the St. Olaf Orchestra and the energy of Mike Eldred performing John Denver’s classics, there’s something for everyone this month. We also highlight unique shows like Erica Von Kleist’s bold jazz comedy BOOBS! benefitting breast health, spooky Conrad Mansion Ghost Tours, and local theatre productions of A Murder is Announced and Wait Until Dark.
Discover more about all events mentioned in the episode at https://www.dailyinterlake.com/events
A special thank you to Keenan’s Jewelry for sponsoring this episode. Celebrate their 50th Anniversary with a wine tasting kickoff on Friday, October 3rd, from 4–7 p.m. at their Kalispell location. Throughout October, enjoy progressive discounts of up to 50% off fine jewelry, plus a special trunk show October 24–25. Follow Keenan's Jewelry on Facebook and Instagram for updates and exclusive invites.
Learn more about the St. Olaf Orchestra performance on Thursday, October 23rd at https://wachholzcollegecenter.org/ ...hurry up and get your tickets today!
A big thank you to our headline sponsor for the News Now podcast, Loren's Auto Repair! They combine skill with integrity resulting in auto service & repair of the highest caliber. Discover them in Ashley Square Mall at 1309 Hwy 2 West in Kalispell Montana, or learn more at lorensauto.com.
This summer, we followed the Brist family from their fifth-generation Montana farm to the bright lights of the Northwest Montana Fair. From early morning chores to the intensity of the show ring, their journey shows the hard work, tradition, and bittersweet goodbyes that come with raising livestock. Discover Season 4 of our Deep Dive podcast, From Farm to Fair — coming Sunday, September 21st!
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