Mission Valley Calendar
The Shamrockers in a recent picture are back row left John Glueckert, Mike Lozar, and Neal Lewing, and front row, Rik Skates and Rob Sloan. (Courtesy photo Karen Lewing)
Mission Valley Choral Society Christmas Concerts – 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16, at the St. Ignatius Mission and 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec.17, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Polson; the 40-plus voice choir, directed by Cathy Gillhouse, will sing a variety of music from spirituals to classic Christmas songs. The community choir brings a diverse group of people together, all ages with varied backgrounds, united to inspire through music. The concerts are free and welcoming to all.
Montana ShamRockers Christmas Concert – 7 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Theatre on the Lake in Polson; the fellas celebrate their 20th anniversary this year with a stellar mix of Celtic carols, anecdotes and a bunch of laughs. Admission is free.
Cottage Business and Craft Show – 1-4 p.m. Dec. 16 at Maxine’s, on Main Street in Polson; small businesses and artisans share wares in this inaugural event.
Christmas Benefit Dinner and Concert – 3:30-7 p.m. Dec. 20 at KwaTaqNuk Resort in Polson; the CSKT Department of Human Resources-Families First Project is hosting this third annual “Help for the Homeless” event featuring free music, a barbecue ribs/brisket dinner (while supplies last), gift raffles and a photo booth. Proceeds go to the Warming Center in Pablo.
Open Mic and Jam – 7 p.m. Fridays at the Western Montana Musicians Co-op, Ronan; also on tap is a weekly Community Jam at 7 p.m. Saturdays. The cooperative is located in the Red Poppy Building, 1 Eisenhower St. SW in Ronan. Learn more at www.mtmusic.org.
Winter Market Ronan – noon-3 p.m. Sundays through Jan. 28 at the Boys and Girls Club’s rear gymnasium; shop for local crafts, meat and produce.
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