As the crisp fall air arrives in Northwest Montana, so do an array of exciting events! From the Downtown in the Round music festival in Whitefish, featuring top songwriters from across the country, to quilt sales, silent auctions, and harvest festivals, there's something for everyone this weekend. Whether you're tuning in for great music, fundraising for local causes, or simply looking to embrace the season with flu shots and fun activities, this episode will guide you to the best of what October has to offer.

Downtown in the Round is in Whitefish's venues Second Story, Remington Bar, Great Northern, and Slow Burn Records from October 11-13, 2024! This intimate celebration of songwriting brings together hall-of-famers, radio hitmakers, and emerging talent to share their songs and the stories behind them in a relaxed, Nashville-style "in-the-round" format. Learn more here.

Other events mentioned in this episode:
Downtown in the Round presented by Big Sky Troubadours
Silent Auction Fundraiser at Bonsai
2024 Annual Flu Clinic
Bingo at The Sitting Duck on Flathead Lake
Teakettle Quilt Guild 2024 Harvest Quilt & Craft Sale

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