The summer is coming and going way too fast. How are we already in the month of August? Never fear though there's still plenty of things to do before you have to get the kids back to school. Lucky for you we have them all in one place. As always if you have an upcoming event email us at southwesternmtnews@gmail.com
Thursday, 08/05
2021 Butte-Silver Bow County Fair Come see the Butte Silver Bow County Fair! The 4-H kids will be there with their animals and indoor projects! The 4-H will also be hosting a craft booth, a stick horse rodeo, and will be co-sponsoring a Fun Run with Butte Cares. The BSB Fair Board has concerts scheduled for Friday and Saturday nights as well and lots of vendors! Community members can also showcase their talents with entries for open class. Contact the MSU Extension Office at 723-0217 for more information!
Montana Humanities presentation Presentation about Nancy Russell, Charlie Russell's wife and manager.
Presented by Mary Jane Bradbury of the Montana Humanities organization.
Mary Jane Bradbury is a talented historic interpreter and scholar who brings history to life for audiences of all ages. She is an artist in residence for the CM Russell Museum in Great Falls and the Montana Historical Society in Helena.
Dan Henry at The Den Dan Henry brings live music to The Den Steakhouse and Bar in Dillon, Montana Thursday August 5th from 6-9pm.
Sheridan, MT Cruise-In On Main CARS-FOOD-STREET BAZAAR-FAMILY FUN!
Starting May 27th, we will be hosting a classic car/motorcycle Cruise-In on main every Thursday throughout the summer. This year we will be changing it up a bit by offering season ending prizes for most attended, furthest travelled and most cars entered. The prizes will be awarded at the KENNY STEINER MEMORIAL on September 11th.
Come show off your classic cars or motorcycles and enjoy an evening in our beautiful town of Sheridan, MT. Even if you are interested in cars or just a passer-by, come hang with us! This is a free event to all. Our local Street Bazaar will be taking place at the same time! Please pass on the good word and we look forward to lining main street with some old time classics!
Vending Music on Main - Butte We will be hanging out every Thursday at the 5518 booth one block up from the store on main Street. Come get our custom Long Live the M&M design, (100% of proceeds going to M&M rebuild effort) new releases and other goodies while listening to some great music with your buddies.
See you there Butte!
Friday, 08/06
Wisdom Flea Market All Vendors Welcome!!! For information call VJ 208-865-3050, Kay or Daryll 406-689-3188, The Crossing 406-689-3260.
Spaces available at the Wisdom Community Center, other vendor spaces available contact local business owner for pricing. WCC renting tables for just $30 for both days.
Music both nites at the Antlers Saloon. BBQ Pork Ribs with all the fixings at The Crossing. You won't want to miss this! Fun and goodies for the whole family!
Hatch Chile Roast Town & Country Foods Dillon 12 to 6 PM Our produce department will be roasting Hatch Chiles in our parking lot.
ROAD AGENTS LIVE!! Live at The Star Restaurant 5 to 8 PM
Marcedes Carroll + Charlie Stout at Willie's Distillery (Ennis, MT) Join Marcedes and her special guest, Charlie Stout, for an Ennis Double Header - Willie's Distillery from 5:30-7:30PM and the Long Branch Saloon from 9-11PM!
Marcedes Carroll is a Southwestern Montana musician. With guitar in tow, she bends Americana melodies to her stylistic storytelling.
West Texas songwriter Charlie Stout draws on experience as a photographer, filmmaker and producer to animate lyrics through carefully crafted storytelling.
Dan Henry at Ruby Valley Brew Dan Henry heads to Sheridan, Montana to rock the RVB from 6-8pm, Friday August 6th.
Synplicity at the Horse Prairie Stage stop all proceeds to be donated to Gold Start Family Benefit music starts at 7 PM
The Tinderbox Movie Premiere in Butte Tickets $20/adult $10/kids 18 and under
Flowery Language When you think of Valentine’s Day, is one of the first images that pops into mind red roses? Flower symbolism has been around for ages, and many of us speak un peu du langage des fleurs… but how can you know for sure whether your wedding bouquet means “undying love” or “you repulse me”? In this talk, you’ll learn the history of the language of flowers as well as some wildflower meanings to help you translate your thoughts into blooms.
This is the eleventh presentation in Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park’s annual Friday Summer Speakers Series, which introduces a new speaker each Friday at 8 p.m. throughout the summer.
About the speaker: Emily Dickerson is an AmeriCorps member at Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park. As a child, she received “A Little Book of Manners” by Emilie Barnes for her 6th birthday, and thus began a lifelong interest in etiquette and culture. After receiving her bachelors degree in anthropology, she quickly found her way to Montana, where her interest in flowers truly began to bloom. After 2 years of giving wildflower walks and talks, she has decided to return to one of her favorite subjects with this prim and proper campground talk
Saturday, 08/07
Pronghorn Pursuit Trail Run We are so thrilled to announce that our Pronghorn Pursuit Trail Run is back! Trail runners of all levels are invited back to Dillon on August 7th to take part in the Pronghorn Pursuit. Best of all...Patagonia and Murdoch's have donated prizes!
Pre-registration will include a free t-shirt for those who register before July 28th.
Packet pick-up will be from 3-6pm at Patagonia Friday August 6th.
Race Day registration starts at 7am.
15k starts at 8am 5k starts at 8:45am
Learn more and register at
2nd Annual Donut Days of Summer Starts at 9 Am Dillon Farmers Market Join us for fresh cake donuts Saturday morning!
The OH @ TB Farmer's Market OH treats in a street fair setting! Made to order doughnuts, fresh baked pastries & breads, sweet treats, bento boxes, luncheon items, & much much more!
Smeltermen's Day Brewfest The Anaconda Chamber of Commerce puts on it's 4th Brewfest!
Starting at 1PM come hungry and thirsty! Food vendors and breweries from across the state! Live music and fun for all!
Admission is $15 and it gets you two drink tickets and a glass!
Great music all day - a little bit of Rock, a little bit of Blues and a little bit of Country!
Cemetery Walk Hosted by Beaverhead Head Hunters Genealogical Society. Mountain View Cemetery Dillon Montana Starts at 2 PM. Learn about the madams of Dillon.
Dillon Tap House Southwest Montana Acoustic Rock and Roll. The Road Agents will be tapping the Dillon Tap House. See more of them here
Fan Mountain Frog Dogs at The Longbranch Saloon Come enjoy cool drinks this Saturday night with Classic rock and original tunes from local duo Fan Mountain Frog Dogs
KATIE HALL LIVE! The Star Restaurant and Katie Hall music starts at 5PM
A Tribute to Charlie Russel: Traditional Cowboy Tunes presented by Phil Page Bannack State Park live music starts at 6 PM.
The Vegas Variety Show in Butte Mother Lode Theater.
The Vegas Variety Show 2021 No need to travel, because Las Vegas is coming to you!
Show Talent Productions is bringing the best acts from the Las Vegas Strip and from world tours of Cirque du Soleil right here to Butte! This is an exciting variety show with acrobats, comedy, magic and amazing stunts, featuring artists from around the world.
These incredible performers have starred on TV talent shows, celebrity competition shows, late night talk shows, and more!
“The Vegas Variety Show” is perfect for your night out with the whole family. Each high-energy performance is packed with explosive displays of pure talent - audiences call it "seven shows rolled into one!"
Stargazing Event at The Andrus Hotel We are thrilled to announce that we will be hosting family-friendly stargazing events in our Donna Jones Rooftop Garden at The Andrus Hotel. These events are hosted by Joe Witherspoon who is a renowned local astronomer and Vice President of the Southwest Montana Astronomical Society.
Our Rooftop Garden allows for unobstructed 360° views of the expansive Southwest Montana night sky. We hope you'll join us as Joe shares details about the constellations and stargazing tips for beginners. These events will be magical!
All dates are *weather permitting*. Please be sure to follow us on Social Media for updates about the events.
A few details: • All events are weather permitting - follow us on Social Media to stay up to date. • Please bring a light jacket or sweater (even in the summer months). • Bring a beverage and snack if you wish. Please bring your questions! Joe loves questions. • 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱. (𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱) • $20 for adults 18+ / $10 for children
Looks like it is going to be a busy weekend in Southwestern Montana. As always have a safe and fun weekend. If you are going to the forest be sure to check on any restrictions they may have in place.
Saturday @the Golden. Paul Monk