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SUMMARY:Food & Farm Trail Missoula Launch at LaLonde Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the Western Montana Food & Farm Trail at LaLonde Ranch! Hosted by Farm Connect Montana\, the event will feature live music from Lake Missoula Old Time Group\, locally sourced burgers hot off the grill\, and various local vendors. Grab your Field Guide\, and start your Trail adventure—plus\, enjoy a free drink token with your Field Guide purchase.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/food-farm-trail-missoula-launch-at-lalonde-ranch/
LOCATION:MT
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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SUMMARY:Carpentry for Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Ready to support your garden as much as it supports you? Learn the basics of carpentry with the goal of creating trellises\, tomato cages\, and more! Use drills\, chop saws\, brad nailers\, and more to create a wooden tomato cage from repurposed materials. Join Garden City Harvest in this carpentry workshop created just for gardeners. GCH is excited to be collaborating with MUD on this workshop that will be at Northside Community Garden\, and facilitated by MUD. \nScholarships are available! Email kathleen@mudproject.org to learn more.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/carpentry-for-gardeners/
LOCATION:Northside Community Garden\, 650 Cooley St\, MIssoula\, MT\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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SUMMARY:Yoga at Big Sky Lavender Farms
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 season of YOGA @ Big Sky Lavender Farms is here!\nSaturdays 9amMay 30th-Early October*__________________________________________________1 hr. All-levels Yoga class in the Lavender Field.Bring a yoga mat/towel and water.Dress comfortably to move your body and appropriate for the weather.$15/person\, Cash or Venmo.__________________________________________________Taught by Certified & Insured instructors:Natalie Moses of Grounded Resources Yoga\,Andrea Buchanan of Cedar & Sage Herbals and Yoga\n*No Class July 4th and; Hopefully the weather will cooperate and classes can continue into October- we will keep you posted later in the season regarding the last class date
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/yoga-at-big-sky-lavender-farms-4/
LOCATION:Big Sky Lavender Farms\, 21845 Five Wounds Way\, Florence\, MT\, 59833\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260603T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260603T190000
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SUMMARY:Tea 101
DESCRIPTION:Something special is brewing at the tea bar. Join Jake & Heather\, Founders of Lake Missoula Tea Company\, for Tea 101: How to Brew Loose Leaf Tea! \nFree to attend — just show up! \nYou’ll walk you through the tea brewing process and why drinking loose leaf means more flavor\, more aroma\, and more health benefits in every cup. \nPerfect for curious beginners and tea lovers alike. Missoula\, we’d love to see you there!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/tea-101/
LOCATION:Lake Missoula Tea Company\, 136 E Broadway\, Missoula\, MT\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T140000
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SUMMARY:ReWild Your Yard Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Kathy Settevendemie of Blackfoot Native Plants\, along with Department of Ecology & Extension staff Marirose Kuhlman and Sarah Holden\, for the Spring ReWild Your Yard program! \nDiscover how to incorporate native plants into your home landscape to create resilient\, functional\, and beautiful outdoor spaces. Your landscaping choices can make a real difference for conservation and biodiversity. \nYou’ll learn how to prepare your garden site for planting and attend a hands-on demonstration of how to plant native plant plugs. \nWhen you include regionally appropriate native plants in your landscaping\, you support pollinators\, birds\, and other wildlife while reducing water use and long-term maintenance. Even small changes make a meaningful difference! \nBring your native plant questions and get ready for a lively\, interactive discussion with Kathy and department staff! \nOption to register for the training and add a native plant pack. \nOne plant pack per registration.\n32 Native Plants per pack \n– Full Sun/Boulevard Strip – 9 different species\, including 3 grasses and 6 forbs \n– Shade Tolerant – 8 different species\, including 3 grasses and 5 forbs
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/rewild-your-yard-workshop/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension\, 1075 South Avenue West\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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UID:25323-1780135200-1780146000@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:The Great Day of Gardening
DESCRIPTION:The Great Day of Gardening is a celebration of gardening and community which is what Garden City Harvest’s 12 community garden sites are all about! You will learn\, connect\, and dig in the dirt together! In addition to offering free resources to gardeners (seeds\, starts\, local growing experts)\, each community garden will have its own spring work project. They will need lots of volunteers that day\, so spread the word and sign up!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/the-great-day-of-gardening/
LOCATION:Garden City Harvest\, 1657 River Rd\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T120000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer in the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Missoula County Department of Ecology & Extension volunteers experience a hands-on educational opportunity in this beautiful public space. Work alongside expert staff\, and familiarize yourself with the vast variety of plantings the gardens have to offer. \nVolunteering in the gardens is available to people of all experience levels and abilities. Children are encouraged to participate\, so long as a caretaker is available to guide them! \nIf you have specific needs or requests\, please do not hesitate to reach out! \nREGISTRATION ENCOURAGED
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/volunteer-in-the-gardens-8/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension and Rocky Mountain Garden\, 1075 South Ave W\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260527T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
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UID:25590-1779890400-1779901200@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Land to Hand Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Land to Hand’s Wildcat Garden Club is excited to announce its fourth annual plant sale on Wednesday\, May 27th from 2:00 – 5:00pm at the Wildcat Garden. A variety of vegetable & flower starts from the Wildcat Garden Club will be available for purchase. We hope to see you all there to get your gardens growing! \nCash & cards accepted.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/25590/
LOCATION:Wildcat Garden\, 1805 Talbot Rd\, Columbia Falls\, MT\, 59912\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260525T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260525T210000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260531T165730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T165730Z
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SUMMARY:Know Your Farmer Dinner 2026
DESCRIPTION:Know Your Farmer Dinner 2026\nDOUBLE K RANCH IN DARBY\nTHURSDAY JUNE 25TH\, 6-9PM \n$55/PLATE – LIMITED SEATS – \nYOUR $55 TICKET INCLUDES A LOCALLY SOURCED MEAL AND ONE FREE DRINK. \nTICKET SALES ARE A DONATION TO THE AG & LOCAL FOOD COMMITTEE & FARMER\nEDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND \nFOOD PREPARED BY DOUBLE K RANCH & TRAPPER CREEK JOB CORPS
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/know-your-farmer-dinner-2026/
LOCATION:Double K Ranch\, 3096 Kk Ranch Rd\, Darby\, MT\, 59829
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T190000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260430T173041Z
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UID:25351-1779386400-1779390000@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Cultivate & Cook - From Garden Greens to Indian Cuisine
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to plant\, nurture\, and harvest vibrant spinach right from your backyard or balcony. You’ll learn soil secrets\, sunlight strategies\, and the magic of continuous harvesting—so your spinach keeps coming back\, just like your cravings. \nThen step into the kitchen! Transform your fresh-picked greens into the iconic Palek Paneer\, an Indian spinach curry that’s rich\, velvety\, and irresistibly flavorful. You’ll learn spice balancing\, creamy texture tricks\, and how to make paneer the star of your dish!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/cultivate-cook-from-garden-greens-to-indian-cuisine/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension\, 1075 South Avenue West\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T120000
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CREATED:20260430T172846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172846Z
UID:25339-1779357600-1779364800@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer in the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Missoula County Department of Ecology & Extension volunteers experience a hands-on educational opportunity in this beautiful public space. Work alongside expert staff\, and familiarize yourself with the vast variety of plantings the gardens have to offer. \nVolunteering in the gardens is available to people of all experience levels and abilities. Children are encouraged to participate\, so long as a caretaker is available to guide them! \nIf you have specific needs or requests\, please do not hesitate to reach out! \nREGISTRATION ENCOURAGED
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/volunteer-in-the-gardens-7/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension and Rocky Mountain Garden\, 1075 South Ave W\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260430T172719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172719Z
UID:25360-1779321600-1779580799@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Mayday! Gardens 2026
DESCRIPTION:Mayday! Mayday! Hear the call and be in action. It is time for all to GROW FOOD!   \n‘Change Your Food\, Change the World!’   \nFREE or by YOUR GENEROUS DONATION- Receive 35+ organic vegetable plant starts from these locally adapted favorites: \nBroccoli\, Cabbage\, Kales\, Swiss Chard\, Onions\, Tomatoes\, Winter Squash\, Zucchini\, Cucumbers\, Peppers\, and Lettuce. \nA limited quantity of Seed Potatoes generously donated by Mountain Springs Farm\, are also available. \nSeeds donated by Triple Divide Seed Cooperative\, Homestead Organics Farm\, High Mowing Seeds\, and Peaceful Valley Seeds! \n“Mayday! Gardens” is a call to share\, an answer to Nature’s need for our attention\, care\, and cooperation. It’s community\, it’s food\, it’s a seed for our futures.  Garden plants are grown and cared for with the generous help of volunteers\, visiting school classes and groups\, and Cultivating Connections’ youth interns.  Food plants are a gift from their heart to yours- because we believe in Us\, Together!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/mayday-gardens-2026/
LOCATION:Homestead Organics Farm\, 175 Skalkaho Hwy\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T193000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260430T172511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172511Z
UID:25348-1779300000-1779305400@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Hay Farm Tour for Horse & Livestock Owners
DESCRIPTION:MSU Extension and Grass Valley Farm are excited to welcome you to the first annual Hay Farm Tour in Western Montana. Whether you’re new to animal husbandry or have owned animals for a lifetime\, you may never have had the opportunity to see a hay field from the eyes of the grower! During the evening’s horse drawn wagon tour\, you will learn through story about the timothy grass\, bluegrass\, and orchardgrass/alfalfa fields and learn about the environmental and mechanical inputs throughout growing and harvesting. You’ll learn that growing hay is more like an artistic endeavor than a mechanical process. This is your chance to smell\, touch\, taste and see the product before it reaches your farm. Meanwhile\, you MSU Extension agent\, will guide you through forage analysis tests on each field to understand how those growing and harvesting factors affect your animals. It’s going to be a really interesting event\, so don’t miss out!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/hay-farm-tour-for-horse-livestock-owners/
LOCATION:Grass Valley Farms\, Missoula\, MT\, 59808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260430T172302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172302Z
UID:25343-1779278400-1779282000@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Gardening in Montana: Fruit Trees & Small fruit
DESCRIPTION:Gardening in Montana \nA Research-Based Monthly Learning Series for Western Montana Gardeners\n$5 per class | Third Wednesday of each month\n12:00–1:00 PM or 6:00–7:00 PM \nJoin Missoula County Extension horticulture experts for practical\, science-based gardening education tailored specifically to Montana’s unique climate. Each session focuses on timely\, seasonal topics to help you grow with confidence. \nMay – Fruit Trees\, Small Fruits & Berries \nThinking about apples\, cherries\, raspberries\, or currants? Learn which varieties perform best in Montana\, along with pollination basics\, pruning fundamentals\, and common pest considerations. \n$5 Registration
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/gardening-in-montana-fruit-trees-small-fruit/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension\, 1075 South Avenue West\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T110000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260430T182042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T182042Z
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SUMMARY:Planting Pals with Land to Hand
DESCRIPTION:Join Land to Hand Montana for Planting Pals! A fun\, family-friendly planting event at Columbia Falls Ace Hardware. This event is open to kids of all ages. Plant your flower\, and take it home with you when you go!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/planting-pals-with-land-to-hand/
LOCATION:Columbia Falls Ace Hardware\, 1927 9th St W\, Columbia Falls\, Montana\, 59912
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T183000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260430T193043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T193043Z
UID:25607-1779215400-1779215400@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Build Abundant Workshop at Red Hen Farm
DESCRIPTION:Come to the farm May 19 at 6:30 pm. \nBuild two cedar planter boxes\, learn about soil/plant health and practice mindfulness.  Go home with gardening ideas\, two cedar boxes (one for you and one to share with someone in your community) and a few tools for abundant\, generous living. \nThis time is meant to be a time set aside: to be in community\, to be creative\, to relax\, to be thoughtful and to be kind.  It is meant to be helpful to you\, the participant\, in helping you to grow your own food and to also offer a wee framework for day-to-day mindfulness.  Finally\, it is a chance for you to give back to someone in your community and to experience gratitude. \nNote:  It really is that simple.  Sign up\, pay and come learn a bit about gardening and mindfulness while building two cedar boxes. \nIt is also a chance to gather in the Red Hen Farm’s new classroom space.  Wahoo! \nCost: $75 \nEarly bird sign up no later than May 5: $65 \nSign up online here \nor email your RSVP to julieandgreg@redhenfarm.net \nThis opportunity is hosted by both Red Hen Farm and Orchard and Deep Roots Life Coaching.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/build-abundant-workshop-at-red-hen-farm/
LOCATION:Red Hen Farm\, 3803 Spurgin Rd\, Missoula\, MT\, 59804
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T210000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260430T171927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T171927Z
UID:25346-1779213600-1779224400@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Fresh Semolina Pasta with Will's Noods
DESCRIPTION:Join Missoula County Department of Ecology & Extension for Will’s Noods semolina pasta class\, the beginner-level pasta-making class. Each participant will learn to make a semolina dough and how to make 6 shapes: orecchiette\, trofie\, capunti\, cavatelli\, spizzulus\, and fusilli al feretto. \nParticipants will go home with pasta tools to make all of the shapes they learned in class and will be served dinner at the end of class using the pasta they made that day!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/fresh-semolina-pasta-with-wills-noods/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension\, 1075 South Avenue West\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T190000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260430T171710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T171710Z
UID:25363-1778947200-1778958000@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Springo! with Missoula Urban Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the return of spring with the Missoula Urban Demonstration Project (MUD) at a lively\, community-powered event where every round brings you closer to your garden dreams. \nPlay for the chance to take home vibrant veggie starts\, perennial plants\, bulbs\, trees\, and more\, all lovingly grown and shared by the community. Along the way\, you’ll also find soil amendments\, hands-on learning opportunities\, and plenty of inspiration to kick off your growing season. \nEvery dollar raised supports MUD’s Tool Library and Demonstration Site\, including their native plant spaces\, pollinator garden\, and community garden and orchard. Grab a card\, bring a friend\, and get ready to shout “Springo!”
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/springo-with-missoula-urban-demonstration/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension\, 1075 South Avenue West\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260430T170503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T170503Z
UID:25337-1778752800-1778760000@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer in the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Missoula County Department of Ecology & Extension volunteers experience a hands-on educational opportunity in this beautiful public space. Work alongside expert staff\, and familiarize yourself with the vast variety of plantings the gardens have to offer. \nVolunteering in the gardens is available to people of all experience levels and abilities. Children are encouraged to participate\, so long as a caretaker is available to guide them! \nIf you have specific needs or requests\, please do not hesitate to reach out! \nREGISTRATION ENCOURAGED
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/volunteer-in-the-gardens-6/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension and Rocky Mountain Garden\, 1075 South Ave W\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260512T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260430T165322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T165322Z
UID:25341-1778608800-1778616000@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Blooms & Brews - The Ecology and Management of Invasive Weeds
DESCRIPTION:“The ecology and management of invasive weeds: but this won’t be boring\, it will be fun”\nThis presentation will cover the impacts of invasive weeds and the complexities of their management. \nSounds exciting\, doesn’t it!? Don’t worry\, it won’t be a snoozer! It will be a storytelling session revealing a series of discoveries\, failures\, successes\, and unexpected outcomes sure to captivate and inform even those most uninterested in the lowly weed. \nDr. Dean Pearson is a Research Scientist with the Rocky Mountain Research Station\, USDA FS where he has led a community ecology and invasive species research team since 2005. Dean has a BS in wildlife biology\, a MS in zoology\, and a PhD in organismal biology and ecology from the University of Montana where he is adjunct faculty with the Ecology and Evolution faculty.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/blooms-brews-the-ecology-and-management-of-invasive-weeds/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension\, 1075 South Avenue West\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260511T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260511T190000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260430T191630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T191630Z
UID:25598-1778522400-1778526000@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Pop Up Plant Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Missoula Ecology Extension is bringing research-backed horticulture support to your neighborhood! \nTheir Mobile Plant Clinics are hitting the road! Each month\, will pop up in rural Missoula communities to make it easier than ever to get answers to your gardening questions\, diagnose plant problems\, and learn what’s happening in your landscape. \nBring them your:\n-Insect samples (sealed in containers)\n-Plant samples showing damage or disease\n-Photos of problem areas\n-Any gardening questions you’re wondering about \nThey will help with:\n-Pest and disease identification\n-Plant problem diagnostics\n-Weed identification\n-Gardening best-practice guidance\n-Soil and watering recommendations\n-Native plant and pollinator information\n-Tree care—and plenty more! \nThey’re expanding their extension services to provide timely\, science-based support directly to the communities that need it most. From plant health and pest ID to soil concerns and everyday gardening know-how\, they’re here to help you grow with confidence.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/pop-up-plant-clinic/
LOCATION:Lolo Community Center\, 12345 US-93 N\, Lolo\, MT\, 59847
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260430T164311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T164311Z
UID:25357-1778418000-1778428800@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Mother’s Day Celebration: Honoring Corn Mother (Make • Taste • Plant)
DESCRIPTION:A Celebration of Mothers\nMother’s Day is a celebration of love\, nourishment\, and the many ways care is given through families\, community\, and the earth itself. In many traditions\, Corn Mother is honored as a life-giver: a symbol of abundance\, nourishment\, and the sacred relationship between people\, seeds\, and soil. \nAt Cultivating Connections Montana\, they’re gathering on Mother’s Day to celebrate corn as a teacher and a gift and to honor all forms of mothering: mothers\, grandmothers\, aunties\, mentors\, caregivers\, and anyone who helps life and love grow. \nThis is a family-friendly\, farm-fest style event with hands-on activities\, storytelling\, food-making\, and planting you can take home (or help distribute to others).
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/mothers-day-celebration-honoring-corn-mother-make-taste-plant/
LOCATION:Homestead Organics Farm\, 175 Skalkaho Hwy\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260430T160404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T160404Z
UID:25407-1778176800-1778184000@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Legislative Advocacy Training Missoula with Montana Farmers Union
DESCRIPTION:Join MFU to: \n\nShare what’s important to you for the 2027 Legislative session\nMeet legislators\, county commissioners\, & any candidates\nLearn how to use the Montana legislative website\nPractice calling your legislators & writing a letter to the editor (LTE)\nLearn more about MFU’s latest project – the Montana Safflower oil press\n\nAgenda: \n6:00 – Grab dinner and hear MFU legislativeupdates \n6:45 – Legislative website tutorial \n7:15 – Meet your legislators & share issues important to you/your community \n7:45 – Ways to get involved & make your voice heard \n*Food and drinks will be provided. Free and open to members\, friends\, and the public. \nRegistration required \nQuestions? \nCarissa McNamara \n406-333-1886 \ncmcnamara@montanafarmersunion.com
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/legislative-advocacy-training-missoula-with-montana-farmers-union/
LOCATION:Missoula County Fairgrounds\, 1101 South Ave W\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T140000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260429T205947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T205947Z
UID:25406-1778155200-1778162400@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Legislative Advocacy Training Hamilton
DESCRIPTION:Join MFU to: \n\nShare what’s important to you for the 2027 Legislative session\nMeet legislators\, county commissioners\, & any candidates\nLearn how to use the Montana legislative website\nPractice calling your legislators & writing a letter to the editor (LTE)\nLearn more about MFU’s latest project – the Montana Safflower oil press\n\nAgenda: \n12:00 – Enjoy lunch and hear MFU legislative updates \n12:45 – Legislative website tutorial \n1:15 – Meet your legislators & share issues important to you/your community \n1:45 – Ways to get involved & make your voice heard \n*Food and drinks will be provided. Free and open to members\, friends\, and the public. \nRegistration required \nQuestions? \nCarissa McNamara \n406-333-1886 \ncmcnamara@montanafarmersunion.com
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/legislative-advocacy-training-hamilton/
LOCATION:Ravalli County Fairgrounds\, 100 Old Corvallis Rd\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260429T205706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T205730Z
UID:25335-1778148000-1778155200@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer in the Rocky Mountain Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Missoula County Department of Ecology & Extension volunteers experience a hands-on educational opportunity in this beautiful public space. Work alongside expert staff\, and familiarize yourself with the vast variety of plantings the gardens have to offer. \nVolunteering in the gardens is available to people of all experience levels and abilities. Children are encouraged to participate\, so long as a caretaker is available to guide them! \nIf you have specific needs or requests\, please do not hesitate to reach out! \nREGISTRATION ENCOURAGED
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/volunteer-in-the-gardens-5/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension and Rocky Mountain Garden\, 1075 South Ave W\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260430T194254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T194254Z
UID:25612-1778090400-1778097600@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Soil Cycle Garden Party
DESCRIPTION:2026 GARDEN KICKOFF PARTY WEDS MAY 6 \nAs we dive into spring together\, we invite you to join us at Soil Cycle’s Community Garden space for an evening of fun\, sun\, music\, snacks\, community & climate resiliency building 😀 \nWe’ll be joined by some friends to help us learn how we can all have a part in building climate resiliency at the individual and community level – we’re so excited to hang with \nClimate Smart Missoula\nForward Montana\nFree Cycles Missoula\nUM Climate Response Club \nMountain Line Bus \nPLUS live music from the endlessly talented Roots music who we simply can’t wait to boogie with! \nWe will have lots of fun activities for you all\, as well as staff and community members on site to chat with you about compost\, sustainability\, access to green space\, and growing your own food! \nSee you there
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/soil-cycle-garden-party/
LOCATION:Soil Cycle\, 736 S 1st St W\, Missoula\, MT
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260505T190000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260429T205301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T205301Z
UID:25331-1778004000-1778007600@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Confidence in the Kitchen - Using Sauces & Seasonings
DESCRIPTION:Join Missoula County Department of Ecology & Extension for this month’s Confidence in the Kitchen workshop on using sauces and spices. \nYour instructor\, MSU Extension Agent Kelly Moore\, will guide you through her favorite tips and tricks for creating sauces that pair perfectly with your dish\, and selecting the right spices to season your food!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/confidence-in-the-kitchen-using-sauces-seasonings/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension\, 1075 South Avenue West\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260429T204901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T204901Z
UID:25329-1777975200-1777982400@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer Event: Plant Dahlias
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to plant! \nHelp Rocky Mountain Department of Ecology & Extension get their Dahlia tubers in the ground! With nearly 50 varieties to plant\, the more help the better. \nAs a volunteer\, you will experience a hands-on educational opportunity in this beautiful public space. Work alongside expert staff\, and familiarize yourself with the vast variety of plantings the gardens have to offer. \nVolunteering in the gardens is available to people of all experience levels and abilities. They also encourage children to participate\, so long as a caretaker is available to guide them! \nIf you have specific needs or requests\, please do not hesitate to reach out! \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED for this event
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/volunteer-event-plant-dahlias/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension and Rocky Mountain Garden\, 1075 South Ave W\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260502T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260502T170000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260429T202853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T202853Z
UID:25355-1777730400-1777741200@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Cultivating Connections Spring Community Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join Cultivating Connections for an uplifting afternoon of dancing and live music in the Bitterroot Valley! You’ll be guided by the Montana Dances of Universal Peace team (Diana Mariam\, Tom Schmeling\, Connie Zareen\, Wayne Talmadge\, and more) as you move together through the music of the world in the ancient practice of community circle dance. \nThis is a family-friendly event\, but please leave pets at home. \nHosted by Cultivating Connections Montana at the Homestead Organics Farm campus\, this gathering is designed for everyone: no experience and no partner needed. Each dance is taught in the moment with a simple song and easy steps! \n 
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/cultivating-connections-spring-community-dance/
LOCATION:Homestead Organics Farm\, 175 Skalkaho Hwy\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260502T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260628T005921
CREATED:20260331T170725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T170725Z
UID:25167-1777730400-1777737600@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Flourish & Renew Floral Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Flourish & Renew: An Intentional Spring Floral Workshop \nJoin Blue Mountain Flowers at Cambie Coffee & Taphouse for an afternoon of grounding\, floral design\, journaling\, and connection. \nLed by local flower farmers Caitlyn of Blue Mountain Flowers and Jesika of Westwood Flower Farm\, this hands-on workshop will invite you to: \n\nSlow down with guided grounding and reflective journaling.\nLearn about locally grown spring blooms and how to care for them.\nCreate your own garden-style arrangement in a ceramic compote.\nSip a complimentary drink from Cambie while connecting with others.\n\nYou’ll leave with a floral arrangement you designed\, a floral-inspired journal\, and a renewed sense of presence and creative joy. \nWith Mother’s Day just a week away\, this is a beautiful gift experience—come with your mom\, a maternal figure\, or simply to honor your own nurturing spirit. \nMay 2\, 2026\n2–4 pm\nCambie Coffee & Taphouse\, 2413 S Higgins Ave\, Missoula\, MT
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/flourish-renew-floral-workshop/
LOCATION:Cambie Coffee & Taphouse\, 2413 S Higgins Ave\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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