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SUMMARY:Gardenwerks Designing and Planting Annual Pots
DESCRIPTION:Add instant color and personality to your patio\, porch\, or entryway with beautifully designed annual containers. Dear friend of the nursery\, Cindy Hanson\, will teach you the fundamentals of designing eye-catching pots and planters that thrive all season long!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/gardenwerks-designing-and-planting-annual-pots/
LOCATION:Gardenwerks\, 3225 Cooney Dr\, Helena\, MT\, 59602
CATEGORIES:West Central Montana
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SUMMARY:People's Garden Volunteer Days
DESCRIPTION:Join volunteers at the People’s Garden at MetraPark on May 23rd and 30th to help plant\, prepare\, and care for the garden. \nMentors will be on hand to help – all skill levels welcome!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/peoples-garden-volunteer-days-2/
LOCATION:MetraPark\, 308 6th Ave N\, Billings\, MT\, 59101
CATEGORIES:Southeast Montana
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SUMMARY:Seedling Swap
DESCRIPTION:Join the Billings Community Seed Library at St. Andrews Church and Community Gardens for a seedling swap! If you grew too many flower or veggie starts (or not enough)\, come share in the bounty of a community of gardeners. Please be sure to label your seedlings so everyone will know what you brought to share.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/seedling-swap/
LOCATION:St Andrew Community Garden\, 180 24th St W\, Billings\, MT\, 59102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southeast Montana
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260529T120000
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SUMMARY:Goat Camp - May
DESCRIPTION:All animals are unique – goats in particular are both exciting and challenging to work with. They are a prey animal\, herd oriented\, matriarchal\, have a very rigid and structured social order\, intelligent\, learn quickly and easily if they feel safe\, and can cause a great deal of damage to their handler if not handled correctly.  GOAT CAMP is a hands on\, learn by doing camp based in natural-rearing. Whether you – have goats\, are new to goats\, want to learn about another species\, or thinking about adding them to your farm\, this is a great opportunity. Daily goat chores\, the why’s and how’s of keeping goats\, handling\, and training. (CEU’s thru CCPDT are approved and available with a months notice) \nOur goats are Alpine/Nubian crosses – we breed them for dairy and packing on trails. All of our goats are handled daily. Each month offers a different focus with our goats besides daily maintenance. Whether this is getting ready for winter\, loading/trail skills\, breeding\, kidding\, milking\, training – we have a full program \n\nmarker/reward training\ncare\ncleaning\nfeeding\nhealth/maintenance\nnatural rearing protocols\nanimal husbandry\nlearning theory\nethology\ntiming\nspace/trust\nhandling skills\nuse of words/consistency\nfeeding\ngear\nkidding\nkid care\nDoe care\nWether care\n\nNOTE – TERMS & POLICY – once you pay you are agreeing to the date and time of your appointment/class. Once you have paid there are NO – refunds\, transfers\, rescheduling. Please make sure this is the correct service for you\, that the dates and times work for your schedule\, before you pay. Your payment is your agreement to these terms and policies. \nNOTE – once we receive reg/pay there are NO REFUNDS\, the class size will be small so we don’t overwhelm our herd\, and so each person can learn as much as possible. Please make sure you check dates/times before you reg/pay to make sure our GOAT CAMP works for your schedule. Again\, NO REFUNDS. \nNOTE – you will receive a detailed outline at the beginning of each month that will be specific to what we will be working on / doing. \nNOTE – upon reg/pay we will send you a liability form that needs to be filled out and completed \nNOTE – no children \nNOTE – you need to be prepared and able to work/dress for work on a farm/listen to directions and follow them. Working with farm animals that are valuable and add value to a farm takes a great deal of effort\, consideration\, and respect. \nWHERE – Border Farm \nWHEN – Every Friday or special event days listed below \nTIME – 9am-12pm \nCOST – $325 for the month (each Friday) \nINSTRUCTOR – Nancy
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/goat-camp-may-5/
LOCATION:Border Farm\, 28 Border Ln\, Bozeman\, MT\, 59718\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
CREATED:20260430T173840Z
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UID:25340-1779962400-1779969600@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-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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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T111500
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SUMMARY:Billings Free Nutrition and Wellness Class
DESCRIPTION:Join MSU Extension for a free nine-week cooking\, nutrition and wellness series offered by The Expanded Food And Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). This is a federally funded grant program for limited income families that feed children or individuals who will have children in the future; and that receive or qualify for SNAP\, WIC\, Head Start\, TANF\, Healthy Montana Kids\, etc. \nClasses meet once a week for nine weeks. This series runs continuously so you may join any week. The Eating Smart Being Active curriculum is used. Topics include menu planning\, stretching your food dollars\, MyPlate\, food safety\, label reading\, feeding children\, mindful eating\, becoming more physically active\, knife and cooking skills\, etc. We will prepare a new recipe each week to sample. \nYou will receive a small kitchen gift each week. You will receive a new Instant Pot when you finish the series. \nDate: Thursdays\nTime: 10am -12pm\nLocation: Garfield School 3212 First Ave South -EFNEP Office\nContact: Lynn @ 406-869-3547 or lolson@montana.edu
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/billings-free-nutrition-and-wellness-class-4/
LOCATION:Garfield School\, 3212 First Ave South - EFNEP Office\, Billings\, MT\, 59101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southeast Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260527T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260527T170000
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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:20260526T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T191500
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
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UID:25448-1779815700-1779822900@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Raven Ridge Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Raven Ridge Farm is a market garden in Kalispell focused on the health of the soil\, plants and people who eat and grow our food. 5/26 tour includes “Bed Prep” workshop. 7/14 tour includes “Pruning and Trellising Tomatoes/Cucumbers” workshop. 8/25 tour includes “Cover Cropping” workshop. FVCC shuttle transportation required. Arrive a few minutes early to board.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/raven-ridge-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Raven Ridge Farm\, 435 Anderson Ln\, Kalispell\, MT\, 59901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northwest Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T133000
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CREATED:20260514T174216Z
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UID:25745-1779796800-1779802200@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Montana Agritourism Association Presents Chef Em of Montana Provisions
DESCRIPTION:If you want to learn more about the elements of a farm-to-table dinner and what makes the experience unique\, this webinar is for you. \nMontana Agritourism Association presents Chef Em! \nChef Emily Hahn\, a former Top Chef contestant and Chopped competitor\, is the Chef and Owner of Mountain Provisions\, where she specializes in immersive outdoor culinary experiences. Showcasing Montana’s rich agricultural bounty-from vibrant\, farm-fresh vegetables and heritage grains to regeneratively raised beef and local bison- Chef Em crafts meats that highlight the dedication of local farmers and ranchers\, creating dishes deeply connected to the land and the people who sustain it. This summer she is hosting a Summer Farm Dinner Series on 4 different farms around the valley. She says “When you call something farm-to-table\, ranch-to-table\, or seed-to-table\, it’s more than a tagline-it’s a commitment.”
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/montana-agritourism-association-presents-chef-em-of-montana-provisions/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T150000
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SUMMARY:Organic Systems Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Hosted on a working organic farm in Montana’s Golden Triangle\, the day centers on a live demo of the Einböck Aerostar tine weeder across lentils\, chickpeas\, and wheat. Together\, you’ll look closely at what actually matters in the field: timing\, soil moisture retention\, disturbance\, weed pressure\, tine setup\, and how these systems perform under real dryland conditions. \nThe day will also include presentations and field walks with the Deakin family\, sharing their farm story and transition to organic agriculture\, a demonstration of their AgOpenGPS system\, perennial wheat test plots in collaboration with the Quinn Institute\, and compost extract and compost carryover effect trials currently underway on the farm. \nIn partnership with:\nTimeless Seeds: Building markets and long-term relationships for organic pulse growers across the Northern Plains.\nMontana Organic Association: Supporting organic farmers through education\, advocacy\, and community.\nMad Agriculture: Providing technical support for regenerative and organic practices. \nThis event is made possible through USDA TOPP: Transition to Organic Partnership Program.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/organic-systems-field-day/
LOCATION:Deakin Farms\, Ledger\, MT\, 59456\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
CREATED:20260430T192631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T192631Z
UID:25605-1779530400-1779544800@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Amaltheia's 7th Annual Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Amaltheia’s 7th Annual Plant Sale starts Saturday May 2nd from 10am-2pm on the Farm at 3380 Penwell Bridge rd! They will have 3 greenhouses filled to the brim with Organic Plants! \nIf you can’t make it the first weekend\, they will be having their plant sales every Saturday in May! May 2nd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th \nAs well as plants\, they will have their organic produce\, compost\, goat milk lotions\, tulips\, and our award winning goat cheeses for sale! \nDON’T FORGET THE COMPOST!\nTheir Organic Farm Made Compost will be for sale – bag your own for $5/bag. \nFull list of plants\n-Basil\n-Bok Choy\n-Chamomile\n-Cilantro\n-Chard\n-Chives\n-Dill\n-Lavender\n-Lemon Balm\n-Marjoram\n-Mint\n-Parsley\n-Oregano\n-Rosemary\n-Sage\n-Thyme\n-Strawberries\n-Tomatoes\n-Peppers\n-Broccoli\n-Cabbage\n-Cauliflower\n-Kale\n-Eggplant\n-Zucchini\n-Lettuce\n-Spinach\n-Scallions\n-Tomatillo\n-Winter Squash\n-Viola\n-Strawberry Hanging Basket\n-Nasturium Hanging Basket\n-Raspberries
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/amaltheias-7th-annual-plant-sale-4/
LOCATION:Amaltheia Organic Farm\, 3380 Penwell Bridge Road\, Belgrade\, MT\, 59714\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
CREATED:20260430T173426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T201932Z
UID:25441-1779526800-1779555600@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Land Stewardship Field Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join local natural resource experts from MSU Extension\, Flathead Conservation District\, Flathead County and Montana DNRC to learn techniques for managing your land. Topics include soil and pasture health\, noxious weeds\, landowner fire preparedness\, forest health (insects\, disease and wildfire)\, living by water and living with wildlife. Meet at Loon Lake with a special lunch presentation on loons and an optional evening campfire reception. Fee includes lunch\, reception\, snacks and course materials.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/land-stewardship-field-retreat/
LOCATION:Loon Lake\, Loon Lake Rd\, BigforK\, MT\, 59911
CATEGORIES:Northwest Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
CREATED:20260430T173509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T173509Z
UID:25399-1779526800-1779537600@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:People's Garden Volunteer Days
DESCRIPTION:Join volunteers at the People’s Garden at MetraPark on May 23rd and 30th to help plant\, prepare\, and care for the garden. \nMentors will be on hand to help – all skill levels welcome!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/peoples-garden-volunteer-days/
LOCATION:MetraPark\, 308 6th Ave N\, Billings\, MT\, 59101
CATEGORIES:Southeast Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
CREATED:20260506T202955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T202955Z
UID:25623-1779523200-1779728400@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Memorial Day Weekend at the Greycliff Mill
DESCRIPTION:A weekend of fun at the Greycliff Mill! \nSaturday\, May 23rd: 8am-5pm \nSunday\, May 24th: 12-5pm \nMonday\, May 25th: 8am-5pm
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/memorial-day-weekend-at-the-greycliff-mill/
LOCATION:Greycliff Mill\, 11 Greycliff Creek Ln\, Greycliff\, MT\, 59033
CATEGORIES:South Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260522T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260522T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
CREATED:20260430T173037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T173037Z
UID:25382-1779440400-1779451200@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Goat Camp - May
DESCRIPTION:All animals are unique – goats in particular are both exciting and challenging to work with. They are a prey animal\, herd oriented\, matriarchal\, have a very rigid and structured social order\, intelligent\, learn quickly and easily if they feel safe\, and can cause a great deal of damage to their handler if not handled correctly.  GOAT CAMP is a hands on\, learn by doing camp based in natural-rearing. Whether you – have goats\, are new to goats\, want to learn about another species\, or thinking about adding them to your farm\, this is a great opportunity. Daily goat chores\, the why’s and how’s of keeping goats\, handling\, and training. (CEU’s thru CCPDT are approved and available with a months notice) \nOur goats are Alpine/Nubian crosses – we breed them for dairy and packing on trails. All of our goats are handled daily. Each month offers a different focus with our goats besides daily maintenance. Whether this is getting ready for winter\, loading/trail skills\, breeding\, kidding\, milking\, training – we have a full program \n\nmarker/reward training\ncare\ncleaning\nfeeding\nhealth/maintenance\nnatural rearing protocols\nanimal husbandry\nlearning theory\nethology\ntiming\nspace/trust\nhandling skills\nuse of words/consistency\nfeeding\ngear\nkidding\nkid care\nDoe care\nWether care\n\nNOTE – TERMS & POLICY – once you pay you are agreeing to the date and time of your appointment/class. Once you have paid there are NO – refunds\, transfers\, rescheduling. Please make sure this is the correct service for you\, that the dates and times work for your schedule\, before you pay. Your payment is your agreement to these terms and policies. \nNOTE – once we receive reg/pay there are NO REFUNDS\, the class size will be small so we don’t overwhelm our herd\, and so each person can learn as much as possible. Please make sure you check dates/times before you reg/pay to make sure our GOAT CAMP works for your schedule. Again\, NO REFUNDS. \nNOTE – you will receive a detailed outline at the beginning of each month that will be specific to what we will be working on / doing. \nNOTE – upon reg/pay we will send you a liability form that needs to be filled out and completed \nNOTE – no children \nNOTE – you need to be prepared and able to work/dress for work on a farm/listen to directions and follow them. Working with farm animals that are valuable and add value to a farm takes a great deal of effort\, consideration\, and respect. \nWHERE – Border Farm \nWHEN – Every Friday or special event days listed below \nTIME – 9am-12pm \nCOST – $325 for the month (each Friday) \nINSTRUCTOR – Nancy
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/goat-camp-may-4/
LOCATION:Border Farm\, 28 Border Ln\, Bozeman\, MT\, 59718\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
CREATED:20260430T173041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T173041Z
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:20260521T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
CREATED:20260430T172840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172840Z
UID:25418-1779379200-1779382800@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Cooking the Books: Basics for Teens
DESCRIPTION:Join Butte Public Library every Thursday for cooking classes. These classes are family friendly and free to the public.Basics for Teens focuses on young people who want to start cooking.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/cooking-the-books-basics-for-teens/
LOCATION:Butte-Silver Bow Public Library\, 226 W Broadway St\, Butte\, MT\, 59701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southwest Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
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;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T111500
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
CREATED:20260430T172738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172738Z
UID:25468-1779357600-1779362100@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Billings Free Nutrition and Wellness Class
DESCRIPTION:Join MSU Extension for a free nine-week cooking\, nutrition and wellness series offered by The Expanded Food And Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). This is a federally funded grant program for limited income families that feed children or individuals who will have children in the future; and that receive or qualify for SNAP\, WIC\, Head Start\, TANF\, Healthy Montana Kids\, etc. \nClasses meet once a week for nine weeks. This series runs continuously so you may join any week. The Eating Smart Being Active curriculum is used. Topics include menu planning\, stretching your food dollars\, MyPlate\, food safety\, label reading\, feeding children\, mindful eating\, becoming more physically active\, knife and cooking skills\, etc. We will prepare a new recipe each week to sample. \nYou will receive a small kitchen gift each week. You will receive a new Instant Pot when you finish the series. \nDate: Thursdays\nTime: 10am -12pm\nLocation: Garfield School 3212 First Ave South -EFNEP Office\nContact: Lynn @ 406-869-3547 or lolson@montana.edu
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/billings-free-nutrition-and-wellness-class-3/
LOCATION:Garfield School\, 3212 First Ave South - EFNEP Office\, Billings\, MT\, 59101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southeast Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
CREATED:20260430T195645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T195645Z
UID:25619-1779354000-1779382800@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Turning Worms\, Weeds\, and Waste into a Biological Bounty
DESCRIPTION:Join Eastern Montana Regenerative Agriculture on May 21\, 2026\, for a hands-on workshop that includes everything from worms to extraction\, application\, production\, and soil test results and recommendations. The event will take place in Wibaux\, MT from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by dinner.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/turning-worms-weeds-and-waste-into-a-biological-bounty/
LOCATION:Springhill Ranch\, Wibaux\, MT
CATEGORIES:Southeast Montana
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
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:20260530T120523
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
CREATED:20260430T172111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172111Z
UID:25317-1779271200-1779289200@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Pasta Case Sale
DESCRIPTION:Pasta Montana’s next Community Pasta Case sale will be on May 20th from 10am – 3pm in the Pasta Montana parking lot. Watch their page for updates on what shapes will be available
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/pasta-case-sale/
LOCATION:Pasta Montana\, 1 Pasta Pl\, Great Falls\, MT\, 59401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
CREATED:20260430T182042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T182042Z
UID:25587-1779271200-1779274800@abundantmontana.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T183000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
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:20260530T120523
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260518T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260518T180000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
CREATED:20260430T183256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T183256Z
UID:25595-1779127200-1779127200@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Ladies Who Lead
DESCRIPTION:Ladies Who Lead: Cultivating A Community Of Entrepreneurs\nJoin us in person for an inspiring gathering of amazing women! This event is all about building connections and lifting each other up in the world of leadership. Whether you’re just starting out or already leading the way\, come share ideas\, learn from peers\, and grow your network in a fun\, supportive space. Let’s empower each other to lead\, innovate\, and succeed together! \nOur fearless local Bozeman panel includes Amy Darr of Pure Barre\, Alexa Tortora of Saddle Peak Ranch\, Chef Emily Hahn of Mountain Provisions\, Piper Meuwissen of Border Farm and Intrinsic Motion\, Amanda Stewart of Amanda Stewart Music and Jennifer White of Grape Hospitality. We will start with an hour and a half seminar sharing out stories and inviting conversation followed by a networking afterparty with wine and light snacks. \nWe hope to see you there! \nDate: Monday May 18th \nTime: 6pm Seminar / 7:30pm Networking Afterparty with Wine + Light Snacks
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/ladies-who-lead/
LOCATION:Kiln\, 219 North 19th Avenue\, Bozeman\, Montana\, 59715
CATEGORIES:South Central Montana
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260518T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260518T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
CREATED:20260430T172020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172020Z
UID:25471-1779125400-1779132600@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Billings Free Nutrition and Wellness Class
DESCRIPTION:Join MSU Extension for a free nine-week cooking\, nutrition and wellness series offered by The Expanded Food And Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). This is a federally funded grant program for limited income families that feed children or individuals who will have children in the future; and that receive or qualify for SNAP\, WIC\, Head Start\, TANF\, Healthy Montana Kids\, etc. \nClasses meet once a week for nine weeks. This series runs continuously so you may join any week. The Eating Smart Being Active curriculum is used. Topics include menu planning\, stretching your food dollars\, MyPlate\, food safety\, label reading\, feeding children\, mindful eating\, becoming more physically active\, knife and cooking skills\, etc. We will prepare a new recipe each week to sample. \nYou will receive a small kitchen gift each week. You will receive a new Instant Pot when you finish the series.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/billings-free-nutrition-and-wellness-class-2/
LOCATION:Garfield School\, 3212 First Ave South - EFNEP Office\, Billings\, MT\, 59101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southeast Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120523
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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