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October EVENTS, AWARENESS & MORE:

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​​IMAGES: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP Montana). ​​​​​

  • Calling ALL Veteran Artists! Join the mixed media event for First Friday, November 6th at American Legion Post 27 & Residence Inn, Missoula from 5 - 8pm ~ A painting, photo, sculpture, woodworking, drawing, etc. Show off your work! 

  • American Legion contact Rebecca 406-529-1176, rebecca_stancil@outlook.com (Share the Legion FB event or FB FLYER).​​​

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  • NOW ~ Please share widely: VFW Wellness Center HIRING Healthy Veteran Initiative Program Director (HVI). VSN Update - Job Desc & David's "Welcome to the VSN Leadership Team" on the VSN LinkedIn Group.

  • NOW ~ Veteran's Tech Training Scholarship (11-week, hands-on program: Accelerate MT Software Engineering Bootcamp - APPLY). Learn more about TechWorks ("The scholarship does not cover the full cost of the training, but I am glad to help folks identify additional resources to make these trainings affordable" katherine.booher@acceleratemt.com).

  • NOW ~ Nominations for the 2026 Governor’s Veteran Commendation program - Eligibility requirements & NOM (DEADLINE 10/28). Questions: 406-444-3111, recognizeveterans@mt.gov.

  • NOW ~ Nominations for the Service Academy Nominations 2026 ~ As a United States Senator, Senator Steve Daines takes great pride in the opportunity to nominate students from Montana to the United States Service Academies (DEADLINE 10/30). Questions: Kristin_Kuiken@daines.senate.gov

  • NOW ~ Regional funding opportunity for organizations serving Veterans in Western Montana (DEADLINE 10/31 - Veteran Research and Education Curation LLC on LinkedIn).

  • NOW ~ Pumpkins for the Pov! Buy your pumpkin at Good Food Store, YMCA, Rattlesnake Market, The Trough, Clearwater Credit Union (Brooks or Russell) OR, new this year, at The Den (FB - See more about Housing Montana Heroes under VSP below).​​​​​​​​​

  • NOW ~ Do you have a collection of CD’s or DVD’s you never use? Donate them to MCAT for our first ever physical media sale! You can drop off donations at The Missoula Public Library (Donate to MCAT until 11/1 - FB & see more about MCAT under VSP below).

  • NOW through November 30th ~ Double your IMPACT for Veterans (See more under VSP: Red Willow below - DONATE​). 

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  • October 26th ~ ONLINE: Hiring Our Heroes ~ Event Platform for Veterans, Transitioning SM, Guard/Reserve & Military Spouses: 10/26 Preparing for a Virtual Hiring Event, 2pm (All times MT - REGISTER). Questions: Cara (USAF Veteran) - Veteran Programs, ccooke@uschamber.com OR Hiring Our Heroes, hiringourheroes@uschamber.com.​​

  • October 26th ~ ONLINE: VBC Happy Hour, 5pm MT. The Veterans Breakfast Club is a community of listening around Veterans and their stories to connect, educate, heal, and inspire - Events.

  • ​October 27th ~ ONLINE: DAV | RecruitMilitary Western Region "Military Community" Career Fair 10a-2p MT. Explore new opportunities in securing meaningful employment (Also, 11/24 National Virtual Career Fair - Calendar & follow on FB).

  • October 27th ~ Veteran Navigation Network has a "Veteran Subcommittee" meeting on the 4th Tuesday at 2pm (Behavioral Health - VNN FB). For info, contact Mike@VeteransNavigation.org. ​Also, David is actively working to address Montana's VA medical provider retention problem and ongoing issues with Care in the Community (Take the VNN survey). Questions: David - Commander, VFW 406-241-0905, vfw209mt@gmail.com.

  • October 27th ~ Missoula County PC Invite, Home Arts Building at the Missoula County Fairgrounds, 6pm. Following adoption of a one-year moratorium on new or expanded data centers outside City limits, county staff have been working on a study to evaluate the impacts of data centers and determine the best way to regulate them to protect health, safety and the natural environment (Read more on FB).

  • October 28th ~ DEADLINE: The Montana Emergency Tourism Assistance Program is accepting applications. The application guidelines are posted on METAP; the funding opportunity is available on the grants and loans portal for applicants.​​

  • October 28st ~ ​​Honoring Our Heroes at The Man Shop! Every Wednesday, Veterans, active-duty military, and first responders receive 20% off their service (Open 9a-7p). Walk-ins welcome! Military ID or proof of service is required. Questions: Missoula 406-926-2740.

  • ​​October 28 - November 3rd ~ ONLINE: VetJobs LIVE Job Readiness Training: 10/28 Federal Application Process and Resume, 10:30am MT; 10/29 Work from Home Ready: Skills for Remote Success, 10:30am MT; 11/3 Financial Industry Career Strategy, 12:30pm MT - REGISTER.

  • October 28th ~ ONLINE: October edition of VA’s monthly Survivor Series, 11am MT.

  • October 28th ~ HELENA: Job Fair, Lewis & Clark Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall, VETERANS EARLY ENTRY (Vets, service members & families) 11am (General public 11:30am - 5pm - FB FLYER).

  • October 28th ~ ONLINE: Veterans Connect Career and Benefits Expo, 12 - 3pm MT. "No Worker Left Behind" has heard from Veterans who are looking for more opportunities to connect, build professional relationships, and access resources that can support their next career step. It’s a FREE virtual event created to honor those who have served and help open new doors for their careers and futures (VeteranWorks - REGISTER). If you'd like to have an Exhibitor Booth, schedule 30 minutes: Calendly. Questions: Cindy - Outreach & Partnerships, info@noworkerleftbehind.org.

  • October 28th ~ ​Supper Club at Missoula Senior Center, 705 S Higgins Ave., Missoula, 4:30pm (FB). MSC provides programs to ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​support the physical, intellectual & emotional health and well-being of seniors. Membership is only $25 per year!​​ Follow the Sr. Center Facebook page! Questions: 406-543-7154, manager@missoulaseniorcenter.org.

  • October 28th ~ Griz-O-Ween is back, Dahlberg Arena 6 - 7:30pm (Montana Grizzlies - FB).​

  • October 29th ~ ONLINE: VA MT Mental Health Summit, 8am - 12pm. Sustaining our Joint Commitment to Improve Access to Mental Healthcare of Veterans and their Families (Please take survey & REGISTER). Attend EVENT on TEAMS (Meeting ID: 275 176 722 494 203; Passcode: UB3qd6ds; Dial in by phone: 1- 872-701-0185, Code: 562920902#). Questions: Tyler - VA MT MH Summit Committee, Tyler.Bates@va.gov (YOU MATTER - FLYER is also on the VSN LinkedIn Group).

  • October 29 & November 11th ~ LINCOLN: American Legion Post 9 Candy Giveaway & Veterans Day Dinner (FB FLYER).

  • October 29 - 31st ~ Daly Mansion Candlelight Tours, Th 7pm & Fri-Sat 7 & 8:30pm (FB FLYER - TICKETS).

  • ​October 30th ~ DEADLINE: Montana Army National Guard's FREE Marriage Enrichment Weekend November 13–15, 2026 at the stunning Lodge at Whitefish Lake (Read more on the FB FLYER + Building Strong and Ready Teams available to all National Guard Soldiers and their spouses - "Montana National Guard Chaplains" FB FLYER).​​

  • October 30th ~ ENNIS: Veteran Owned, Willie's Distillery is hosting LIVE music every Friday 5:30 - 7:30pm. Grab your crew and come on down (October FB FLYER).

  • ​More in Oct, Nov & beyond! PLEASE SEE OUR Veteran Service Provider (VSP) EVENTS BELOW:

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10/26 - 4/22/27 American Job Center (AJC), Job Service, 539 S. 3rd St. W., Missoula is OPEN Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm 

Job seekers can get one on one assistance with employment, resume reviews, interviewing, etc. Appointments are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED! Also, there are programs available for retraining and supportive employment. Veterans receive Priority of Service for all employment & training opportunities offered through the Department of Labor - Register TODAY!  Search ALL Jobs on CareerOneStop.​​

  • HAMILTON on TUESDAYS: Workforce Consultant at the HRC, 303 North 3rd St. 9:30am – 5pm (contact tksmith@mt.gov for appt).​

  • Missoula JSEC ~ Employers are invited to join the Missoula Job Service Employers’ Council (JSEC: Missoula, Mineral, or Ravalli Counties). Contact Laurie - Supervisor, Job Service 406-218-7493, laurie.normandy@mt.gov. 

  • 11/18 (3rd Wednesday) Veteran Service Provider Meeting (VSP), American Legion, 3pm ~ AGENDA: See 11/18 below, VSN events on FB, OR request to be added to the VSN listserv, "VSN Update" which is a weekly email full of resources supporting Veterans, service members, and their families. Questions: Shannon - Full Time DVOP, snoble@mt.gov. 

  • SAVE the DATE: 4/22/27 ~ Our 2027 Career Fair has been booked for April 22nd at Hilton Garden Inn. See more STATEWIDE Career Fairs!

Montana DLI Calendar of Events.

Questions: Job Service 406-728-7060, missoulajsc@mt.gov OR Mini Job Fairs: Marilyn 406-218-7447, marsmith@mt.gov​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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10/26 - 11/30 VBA, VET2VET (PTS Support Group) & VA Careers at David J. Thatcher VA Clinic, 3885 W. Broadway, Missoula

Montana VA serves over 47,000 enrolled Veterans across Montana. One third of Montana VA employees are Veterans. Veterans can connect to their VA healthcare records, information, and message their VA care teams 24 hours a day through the MyHealtheVet patient portal Montana VA information, updates, and events are available on the Montana VA website and Facebook page

  • Every Monday through Thursday: Jamie - VBA (Veteran Benefits) office hours 9am - 3pm (Schedule a VA VERA/VSO appt). Questions: Jamie.calhoon@va.gov

  • Every Tuesday ONLINE: VA via LinkedIn ~ Hear from VA employees about their experiences and what it means to serve Veterans (VA News). ​VA Careers via LINKEDIN. VA upcoming events OR connect with a VA Recruiter! Questions: 844-456-5208, vacareers@va.gov; Employment benefits | VA Careers; Learn more! 

  • Every Tuesday & Thursday: VET2VET ~ PTS Support Group, 3885 West Broadway, Missoula, Tu 12pm & Th 2pm (Shared Medical Room - Ask MSA FOR ENTRY or find some of us hanging out by coffee & cookies) Totally confidential. Join us. Learn more about Missoula's David J. Thatcher VA Clinic Questions: Missoula Mental Health Care 406-447-6000 (Main phone 406-215-0100 / VA health connect 833-983-0484)

  • JOBS of the Week; VA Careers on Facebook There are hundreds of mission-critical roles available at VA. Learn more: USAJOBS Help Center

Montana VA Health Care / Hiring Questions: Montana VA Medical Center – Fort Harrison 877-468-8387 OR Benjamin.Goldsmith@va.gov.​​​​​​​​

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10/26 - 11/30 Reentry Navigator for Missoula County Community Justice Department

  • Watershed Navigation, 2200 Mullan Rd Suite B, Missoula WALK IN HOURS M – F 8am – 12pm: Basic food / beverages, free laundry, mail service, computers, day room (hot/cold days), court / tenancy / job support services, behavioral health, clothing / hygiene / camping items, social support and connection.

  • Ready to Rent at Watershed ~ FREE Classes hosted by City of Missoula. Questions: Kristian, stipek@ci.missoula.mt.us​.

  • ComMUNIty Court ~ Court staff and PASS on site to assist folks with signing up. Questions: Heather - Post Sentencing Support Specialist 406-880-8021, JamesH@ci.missoula.mt.us OR ThompsonSP@ci.missoula.mt.us 

Questions: Ty (Veteran & VSN) - Reentry Navigator, 317 Woody 406-880-8290, trobinson@missoulacounty.us 

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​​​​​​​​​10/26 - 12/31 Red Willow Learning Center & Heroes Therapeutic Outreach Program (HTOP)

Through HTOP, Red Willow makes all of their courses available FREE of charge to Veterans, service members, their families / caregivers, and First Responders ~ Classes for Veterans.​ ​Missoula Veteran, "Without these programs, I would have been a 22-a-day statistic." Veterans programming: DONATE. Thanks to a grant from the Llewellyn Foundation, we are able to launch our on-demand learning platform including Basics of Resilience (Teaching the skills to make us all more resilient is the foundation of our work).  ​

  • MWF ONLINE: Yoga for Healthy Aging OR IN PERSON at Capital Family Mortgage, 2305 Stephens, Missoula ~ 1.5-hour class designed to practice yoga in a safe and encouraging environment. The physical postures (asana) are explored in a sequential manner, and props are used to allow everyone access. All levels are welcome (Schedule: M-W-F, 9:15-10:45am through 7/31 - FB events).  

  • 10/26 FULL MOON: The Miller Creek Labyrinth 6:30 - 8:30pm ~ Experience a full-moon labyrinth! It is so special and I promise there will be enough light. Private land normally used for meditation retreats, but once a month, year-round, this beautiful labyrinth will be open to the public (Anyone is welcome in the spirit of this quiet experience - Follow Mindfulness in Organizations on FB).

  • ​Every Monday: Yoga for Veterans with Nick Gonzalez, South Side Studio, Missoula, 6pm. Boost strength, balance and flexibility while focusing the mind on positivity and endurance. Thoughtfully designed for Veterans, service members and their caregivers, this class celebrates the therapeutic mental and physical benefits of the practice and leaves you energized, restored and ready to take on life’s challenges. Hear Nick's story: VIDEO (Veteran recommendation video & MT Outdoor Podcast). Questions: yogawithnickg@gmail.com

  • Every Tuesday - STEVENSVILLE: Bitterroot Yoga for Veterans, Iron Root Fitness, 3901 US-93 in Stevensville, 1pm ~ Jessa teaches a really accessible yoga class for all Veterans and their partners. The practice can not only enhance the physical body, but it also helps calm the mind and reset the nervous system. Follow Iron Root Fitness on Facebook! 

  • 10/28 (Every Wednesday until 11/18) Yin Yoga, 2:15pm ~ If you’re feeling wound up, tense, or simply worn down by the pace of daily life, Yin Yoga offers a way back to yourself. This quiet, restorative practice slows everything down, calming the nervous system, easing chronic tension, and creating the kind of deep rest that active movement alone can’t reach (Started 10/14 w/Kim Matthias - Read more).

  • Every Wednesday - ONLINE or IN-PERSON: FREE Restorative Yoga for Veterans, Missoula Vet Center, 910 Brooks Ave., Missoula, 3:15pm. We practice comfortable and supported positions to help release muscular tension, calm and balance the nervous system, and promote overall relaxation. All in a safe, supportive environment. Participants are required to register with the Missoula Vet Center prior to course participation - call 406-721-4918 (Share on FB).​

  • Every Thursday - ONLINE or IN PERSON: Meditation for Veterans, Missoula Vet Center, 910 Brooks, 1pm - 1:45pm. FREE for Veterans. 30-minute guided mindfulness practice exploring the method of paying attention to the breath to increase calm and reduce stress. Participants are required to register with the Missoula Vet Center (406-721-4918) prior to course participation (Share on FB). ​READ MORE from Amy Friedman: blog post article on how Veterans are using the practice of Mindfulness. Veterans Healing Themselves Through Meditation VIDEO. Warrior Allegiance BLOG. Questions: TX +1 800-837-1106, info@warriorallegiance.com. 

  • Every Thursday - ONLINE (11:30am via ZOOM) OR IN PERSON: FREE Mindful Recovery, 4th D Club, 100 W. Broadway (Ste B) Missoula, 4pm ~ A collaborative project between the Red Willow Learning Center and Missoula’s 4th D Club. Using mind/body practices, Mindful Recovery and Wellness offers individuals in recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) skills training to support relapse prevention.​

  • Every Friday - ONLINE: Group Meditation, 6:30am ~ All are welcome for this 30-minute guided meditation sessions. If you are only looking to create a meditation habit and community, please join us! Via Zoom. Questions: christine@mindfulnessinorganizations.com.

  • 11/11 Veteran Art Reception & Storytelling, Missoula Art Museum, 335 N. Pattee, Missoula 5 - 6pm. Veterans told their stories in an 8-week series and created art. Now they would like to share their experience with you! Thank you to Kim Brown Campbell, Ean Kessler, and funding from the Doyle Foundation, Community Health Alliance and Legacy of Living Art (Read more - FB FLYER).

All Things Vagus - PODCAST! Please consider helping with public events: VOLUNTEER. Questions: Red Willow Learning Center, Inc. 406-530-7175, info@redwillowlearning.org OR Kathy – Executive Director, kathymangan@redwillowlearning.org​​​​​​

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10/26 - 11/30 Missoula Interfaith Collaborative (MIC), Housing Advocate Network (HAN), MHA, MFB, The Poverello Center & VOA! Get housing and employment support from the Housing Advocate Network (HAN) & Missoula Works! HAN is a network of volunteer leaders (including Missoula Interfaith Collaborative at Atonement Lutheran Church, 2205 34th St., Missoula) who built relationships to assist w/housing & community awareness - VIDEOS. Questions: Zeke 406-426-9654, Zeke@micmt.org ​

Need an extra hand around the house this season? Utilize the Missoula Works GET IT DONE Crew, 2205 34th St. M-F 9am - 4pm ~ From lawn care and clean-up to hauling, moving help, tree trimming, the Get It Done lawn & labor crew is here to help. Call 406-926-3400.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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10/26 (Every Monday) Veterans Treatment Court, Missoula County Courthouse (3rd Floor), 200 W. Broadway, Missoula, 2pm

The PUBLIC IS WELCOME! The program is for Veterans charged with a crime who have serious treatment issues that contributed to their involvement in the criminal justice system and are most often related to their military experience (accepts Veterans regardless of discharge, misdemeanors, felony, violent - Usually, they cannot get expungements of old crimes, but they may be able to get a sentence reduced).

  • Interested in being a mentor? Mentors are Veterans that are willing to spend time helping a fellow Veteran as a “trusted friend.”

  • The mentor attends court appearances with the participant and meets with their Veteran at least once a week. Learn MORE! (VA News 2026)

Questions: Rick Reed - Veteran Court Coordinator 406-258-4725, Richard.Reed@mt.gov.​​​​

OR connect with UM Law (Veteran Advocacy Clinic) and/or David - Veterans Law Group (LinkedIn).

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10/26 - 2/12/2017 MCT Center for the Performing Arts, 200 N. Adams St., Missoula ~ Bringing Communities Together! Learn more.  ​​

  • NOW through 11/1 ​​​​​​​​​The Disney's Newsies Jr. Production Class is for students in 8th-12th grade (Classes M-F of the final week; Performances 10/30 - 11/1).

  • 1/12/2027 The MTI's Broadway Junior Revue- Pure Imagination Production Class is for students in K-12th grade. Tuition is $295 (including a $3 fee). Performances are on Friday, February 12 at 5PM and 7PM

Did you know Missoula Children’s Theater offers discount tickets to Military Families who have a loved one deployed, about to deploy, or recently returned? (MTNG Child and Youth Program).​ 

Questions: MCT Box Office 406-728-7529 (Main Office 406-728-1911; Tour 829-5202, tour@mctinc.org​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​).

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10/26 - 12/31 BITTERROOT VALLEY: STEVENSVILLE, HAMILTON, CORVALLIS & VICTOR. Events by American Legion Posts 91 & 94, Legion Riders, PACT, SCC, VFW, VVA & MORE!

The American Legion Posts 91 "Heart Valley" and 94 "Fort Owen" are DEDICATED TO VETERANS & COMMUNITY SERVICE ~ They are VERY active in the communities! Follow Post 91 on Facebook. Join the Post 94 Public Group on Facebook!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

  • 10/26 - 11/20 Bitterroot Elks: Facebook ~ Monday Night Football & member meals every Wed & Friday! Reach out & connect with a member (WILD GAME PROGRAM - FB FLYER).

  • 10/28 Breakfast & 11/17 (3rd Tuesday) STEVENSVILLE: Fort Owen American Legion Post 94 Monthly Meeting, 754 Middle Burnt Fork Rd., Stevensville, 7pm ~ ALL Veterans are welcome to attend the monthly meeting!​​​

    • Every Wednesday: Breakfast Social, CJ'S Restaurant, Stevensville, 8:30am ~ Help other Veterans, please join us (FB) or get involved with the Auxiliary - Join the FB group. Questions: Stacey – ALA Post 94 President 541-554-8188.

    • Patriot Pin Up of MT works w/the American Legion Post 94 Stevensville MT Ladies Auxiliary to send MILITARY CARE PACKAGES to active-duty military members every 6 months (Facebook: Donation Items and QR code). Questions: Liberty J, patriotpinupmontana@gmail.com. Follow on Facebook (2026 Schedule: FB) & Stevensville Civic Club: FB.​

  • 10/29 (Every Thursday) HAMILTON: PACT Social Worker at the Hamilton VA Clinic 1331 North 1st St., 10am - 3pm. Questions: Jenny 406-202-8035, Jennifer.Keys@va.gov.

  • 10/30 & 11/4 HAMILTON: Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) Bitterroot Chapter 938 ~ “Veterans helping Veterans”! Ch 938 welcomes new members to join them EVERY Friday morning for breakfast at BJ's Restaurant, 900 N. 1st St., 7 - 8:30am and/or on the FIRST Wednesday for their monthly meeting (Eagles, 125 N. 2nd St., Hamilton at 7pm). Questions: Al 406-381-7899, vva938@gmail.com (National VVA Locator).

  • 11/11 Veterans Day ~ WE HAVE A FEW SEATS LEFT for the Veteran Appreciation Dinner (FB).

  • 11/17 (3rd Tuesday) CORVALLIS: American Legion Post 91 Meeting, Firehall, 317 Woodside Cutoff Rd, Corvallis at 7pm. Enhancing the well-being of Veterans, their families, and our community: Heart of the Valley. Follow us on Facebook. Questions: corvallispost91@gmail.com. 

​Corvallis American Legion Post 91 Blog. Questions: Post 94 Adjutant 406-369-3276; Cheryl – Auxiliary 406-531-4132; Don - Legion Riders Director 406-360-5275, dpgoodnight.dg@gmail.com (Facebook); Doug – Historian & Amateur Radio Club 406-546-4244, corvallispost91@gmail.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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10/26 - 11/28 Missoula Community Access Television (MCAT) & Missoula Public Library, 455 E. Main, Missoula

Equipment, training, and FREE hands-on media creation experiences ~ Follow us on Facebook! YouTube Channel.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

  • ​Every Monday: BLENDER ANIMATION CLASS, 6pm ~ Learn a powerful animation software program for FREE! Free and open-source 3D computer graphics software tool used for creating animated films, visual effects, 3D-printed models, motion graphics, and video games.

  • Every Tuesday (6pm) & Thursday (2pm) Introduction to Podcasting. Learn to use MCAT’s podcasting equipment which features headphones and microphones for up to four participants. A smart phone connection makes doing phone interviews clear and easy.

  • Every Wednesday: Computer Video Editing, 2pm ~ Learn about Final Cut Pro, Premiere and DaVinci. You can get personalized lessons too.

  • Every Saturday: Media Center Tour, 10am (After initial training, you can borrow cameras, microphones and lights).

Learn more about Missoula's Community MEDIA Resource & ​​REGISTER OR MCAT instructors at 406-542-6228, mcat@mcat.org​​​​​​

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10/28 - 12/9 Montana Veteran Affairs Division (MVAD) ~ Veteran Service Officer (VSO) Office Hours for VA Benefits! 

MVAD has outreach locations that might be helpful for Veterans. Follow MVAD on Facebook!  

  • 10/28 & 10/30 NW MT VSO: 10/28 Troy/Libby; 10/30 Tribal Vets ONLY at Tribal Health Center in Polson by appt - call Tracy 406-883-5541 (October VSN Update FLYER & FB FLYER).

  • 11/3 VSO (1st Tuesday) PLAINS: VFW, 201 Lynch St., 10am - 2pm. Sara 406-721-1288, sara.ball@mt.gov. ​​Horse Plains VFW also hosts meals, dart tournaments, OPEN MIC, and lots of RAFFLES (11/14 DRAWING: American Flag Rifle/FB; Half Beef/FB & MORE - Website​​​​ & Facebook). Questions: +1 406-826-5960, vfwpost3596@gmail.com OR Auxiliary, vfw3596aux@gmail.com.

  • 11/6 (1st Friday) Missoula Vet Center, 910 Brooks St., 9am - 1pm. Melissa 406-721-3180, melissa.allen2@mt.gov

  • 11/18 (3rd Wednesday) SEELEY LAKE: Historical Museum, 2920 Hwy 83 N., 10am - 2pm. Matt 406-519-2379, matthew.goger@mt.gov

  • 11/20 (3rd Friday) THOMPSON FALLS: Elks Club, 2519 Industrial Way, 10am - 2pm. Sara 406-721-1288, sara.ball@mt.gov.

  • 12/9 (2nd Wednesday) ST. REGIS: American Legion Post 13, 55 Mill Creek, 10am - 2pm. Melissa 406-721-3180, melissa.allen2@mt.gov

Questions: MVAD 1911 Tower Rd., Missoula 406-542-2501, mvadmissoula@mt.gov OR ​Kalispell (by appointment only 406-755-3795).

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10/28 - 11/25 National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) ~ No Silence. No Stigma. No shame. Get involved. Make a difference. Discover how NAMI Montana Programs​ support groups create safe places to learn, heal, and grow. Follow NAMI Montana on FB!​​

  • 10/28 (Every Wednesday) NAMI Connection Support Group, St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 202 Brooks St. RM 208, Missoula, 1pm ~ Free, confidential, peer-led support group for adults living with mental illness (Zoom option: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82746550355).

  • 11/5 & 11/19 (1st & 3rd Thursday) NAMI Monthly Family Support Group, 202 Brooks St. Rm 208, Missoula, 6:30pm ~ This is for relatives, friends, and caregivers of individuals living with mental illness. Drop-ins welcome.

Calendar - NAMI Missoula; Questions: NAMI Missoula (406) 880-1013, namimissoula@gmail.com

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10/28 Missoula Aging Services, 337 Stephens Ave., Missoula ~ Promotes the independence, dignity, and health of older adults and caregivers. Ask us about the Missoula Villages​​​ Network. MAS also offers Memory Loss Conversations, Fall Prevention, and a Diabetes Program! ​​​​​​

  • 10/28 Caregiver Support Group ~ IN PERSON at 2pm

  • 10/28 ONLINE: New to Medicare, 6pm (90-minute session FB event).

REGISTER: Calendar & Classes. Questions: MAS +1 406-728-7682, info@missoulaagingservices.org

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10/29 - 12/9 MINERAL COUNTY: Events in Alberton, Superior, St. Regis & Haugen

​​​Mineral County has several service providers that support Veterans & military families!  ​​​​​​​​​​​​

  • ​10/29 (Every Thursday) St. Regis Community Center Dinner, 230 Lobo Loop, 5:30pm ~ All are welcome! We offer To Go orders, call after 3 p.m. 406-649-2499​. Follow us on Facebook!​

  • 11/2 (1st Monday) ST. REGIS: American Legion Post 13 Meeting, 55 Mill Creek Rd. 4pm ~ See you at the Legion Hall in St Regis!​ Join the American Legion Post 13 Facebook Group​! Questions: 406-241-1506.

  • 11/18 (3rd Wednesday) SUPERIOR: Lloyd Ridings VFW Post 6238 Meeting, Masonic Lodge, 201 River St., 7pm. Questions: 406-595-1191, 406-822-4650, or Jim 406-360-9046, james54debree@gmail.com

  • 12/9 (2nd Wednesday) ST. REGIS: Veteran Service Officer, American Legion Post 13, 55 Mill Creek Rd. 10am - 2pm. Questions:  Melissa - VSO 406-721-3180, melissa.allen2@mt.gov OR American Legion 406-241-1506 or 406-649-4833.

  • Mel's Mobile Pet Care Clinic, St. Regis Moxie Market, St. Regis ~ Nail trim, nail Dremel, gland expression, ear cleaning, ear hair plucking and sanitary trims. Please bring dogs on a leash. Questions: Call or text 406-530-9733 (FB) or email melsmobilepetcare@gmail.com

  • MC has a new public emergency notification system called CodeRED Text MINERAL to 24639 to register on your cell phone or visit this website. Mineral County Health (Follow MCHD on Facebook) 406-822-3564; Helpline (FB) OR MC Hospital 406-751-8163.

  • Mineral County Fatality Markers. Monte, "The White Crosses indicating a traffic fatality on a roadway are unique to Montana, and they are the responsibility of the American Legion." Seeking help w/maintenance - Contact Monte 406-370-4335 / 822-5915, monteturner54@gmail.com

​Join the American Legion Post 13 Facebook Group​! We participate in highway clean-up, parades, flag retirements: Contact Joe 406-546-9332.

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​​​​11/2 - 12/28 Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Wellness Center (NEW ADDY mid-Dec: 1521 Cooper St. in Missoula - Billings Gazette story).

Ole Beck VFW Post 209 is a nonprofit Veteran Organization. David, Commander, is on the BHAC Veteran Subcommittee & actively working to address Montana's VA medical provider retention problem and ongoing issues with Care in the Community (Take the VNN survey).  ​

  • 11/2 Veteran Coffee Club, 245 W. Main St., Missoula, 7 - 10am ~ ALL Veterans & families are welcome for good coffee & pastries!

  • 11/11 (2nd Wednesday) Monthly Membership Meeting, 7pm (Read more about the new location on the VSN LinkedIn Group).​​​​​​​​​

Questions: VFW 406-728-7749, vfw209mt@gmail.com, David - Commander 406-241-0905, dzley89@googlemail.com.

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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​11/5 & 11/19 Tamarack Grief Resource Center (TGRC), 405 S. 1st St. W., Missoula

Adults and children grieving a death of a family member or loved one are invited to gather for support, connection, and remembrance: Facebook!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

  • 11/5 (1st Thursday) ONLINE: Adult Grief Support ~ For adults in Montana grieving the death of a family member or loved one.

  • 11/19 (3rd Thursday) ONLINE: Grief After Suicide & Traumatic Loss, 5:30pm ~ For adults grieving the death of a family member or loved one to suicide. No cost to attend. Donations welcome.

INFO / REGISTER - Schedule. Questions: 406-541-8472, info@TamarackGriefResourceCenter.org OR tinab@tamarackgrc.org

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11/5 (1st Thursday) American Legion Post 124 Member Meeting, Alberton Community Center, 701 Railroad Ave. 7:30pm

CALLING ALL Veterans in the Frenchtown & Alberton areas: Frenchtown Post 124 was founded around 1946 and was renamed for Kristofor Stonesifer, who at 28 years old, was killed in action when his UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter crashed during low visibility ~ Join the Legion! 

  • ​Post 124 also have a "roaming breakfast" at Gammy’s in Frenchtown (Follow on Facebook). 

Questions: Timmothy - VSN Leadership Team (U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, The American Legion of Montana, VFW, Marine Corps League), and GSUSA Scouting America: Montana Council (Mullan Trail & NW District), muxchief@hotmail.com

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11/6 - 12/7 American Legion Hellgate Post 27, 825 Ronan St., Missoula

Active member of the Veteran Support Network (VSN) and VERY active in the community! Post 27 also sponsors Legion Baseball (Mavericks on Tower Rd.) Join the American Legion!​ Follow us on Facebook.​​​​​​​​​​ ​​

  • 11/6 Veteran Art Show 5 - 8pm (FB FLYER) 

  • 11/16 (3rd Monday) American Legion Post 27 Breakfast Social, 7 - 9am ~ Join us for bacon, eggs, pancakes, coffee, and good friends. 

  • 11/19 (3rd Thursday) American Legion Post 27 Member & Auxiliary Meeting, 6 - 8pm ~ Join us as Veterans gather to discuss future events. We want to hear your ideas!  

  • 11/24 VETSGIVING, 4 - 7pm ~ Erick's SEEKING door prizes and side dishes! Holiday Inn caters the turkey & ham, Tim (VFW District 1 Commander / Benefits Advisor) said the Scouts will be assisting again, and Rebecca said there will be music! (VSN LinkedIn Group - FLYER). Contact Erick at kahilaem@gmail.com for more info!

  • 12/7 Flag Retirement Ceremony ~ Tattered and faded American and Montana flags are retired properly and with respect. You can drop off tattered flags at Missoula Textiles OR any American Legion.

The Legion Hall is available to rent! (Discount for members) The Hall can accommodate 200 w/tables and chairs provided (full-service kitchen). Office hours TuTh 1 - 5pm or contact +1 406-543-7391, hellgatepost27@yahoo.com OR rebecca_stancil@outlook.com.

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11/10 - 12/10 HOMEWORD, 1535 Liberty Lane - Suite 116A, Missoula ~ Advocates for policies that create sustainable communities for all, including those pertaining to home ownership, financial skill building, sustainable methods and homes Montanans can afford.

  • 11/10 - 11/12 ONLINE: Homebuyer Education Class ~ Learn the basics of the homebuying process through our nationally certified homebuyer classes (Also available ONLINE 12/8 - 12/10 - Learn more).

  • 11/21 IN PERSON: Financial Skill Building Class ~ FREE and open to the public. We believe financial resilience comes from having the decision-making skills to dodge pitfalls and make the right money moves for your future. Watch our YouTube page / testimonials.

  • FREE post-purchase housing counseling: Visit our Counseling page for more information on how to get started.

MORE INFO / REGISTER - Questions: 406-532-4663 x10, info@homeword.com OR Andi - Communications x15, andi@homeword.org​​

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11/11 - 12/11 Missoula “Hell Gate Elks” Lodge 383, 112 N Pattee St. (2nd Floor Member’s Lounge)

JOIN the Elks - Learn why we join! MOST VALUABLE Student Scholarship is OPEN (Deadline 11/12)​​​

  • 11/11 (2nd Wednesday) Lodge Night, 5 - 8pm ~ The Members Lounge opens at 5:00pm with dinner and social hour ($5.00 suggested donation to the General Charity Fund). The Member Meeting starts at 6:30pm, and the Lounge reopens for more socializing afterwards. Please RSVP for the meeting if you are not a regular attendee. ​

  • 12/11 Learn about Child ID! Get your FREE SAFE ID Kit: 10/16 Frenchtown Fall Fest, 4 - 8pm (FB FLYER); 12/11 Mistletoe Market (Picture of SAFE ID on FB & Tia's events - FB FLYER).

  • Center for Development & Civic Engagement / Vets: 44% of our volunteers serve in non-VA facilities like Veterans Homes, Vet Centers, and rehabilitation centers. Through our Welcome Home Kits, we help Veterans exiting homelessness move into a place that feels like home, with practical essentials and a real connection, not a one-time drop-off (FB). HIDES for VETERANS Ryan 406-480-9052, rlaqua@midrivers.com

Questions: Dave 406-549-0542, hellgateelks@gmail.com​ OR follow on Facebook!

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11/12 - 12/31 Summit Independent Living ~ Summit’s mission is to advance the independence and civil rights of people with disabilities. SIL is the VSN's disABILITIES Advocate & Resource Center. Summit serves people with mobility, neurological, hearing, visual, and other disabilities.​​​

  • 11/12 (2nd & 4th Thursday) ONLINE: SSI / SSDI Class, 11am ~ If you're thinking of applying, join our Zoom: Calendar.

  • SIL also has FREE programing such as Improv, Adaptive Yoga, gaming, art, dance, AND MUCH MORE!

Questions: 3104 W. Broadway, Missoula 406-728-1630, missoula@summitilc.org or follow us on Facebook.

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11/17 (3rd Tuesday) American Legion Post 68 Monthly Meeting, 1700 Stephens Ave (Old Flannagan Building), Missoula, 6:30pm

Welcoming new members! ​We’ll focus on fundraising (Cash Calendar & raffle tickets), planning for 2027 Boys & Girls State, Essay, and Oratorical programs. They also have Legion Riders & an Auxiliary Unit. Learn more: mtpost68.org (PO Box 17322, Missoula 59808). Follow us on FB!

Questions: John 406-529-8717, jturman80@yahoo.com; Tom 406-549-6889, thttom@gmail.com; Haleena - Post 68 Auxiliary, 3girls1guy5animals@gmail.com

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11/17 (3rd Tuesday) American Legion Post 135 Meeting, Lolo Community Center, 12345 Hwy 93 S., Lolo, 7pm

American Legion Chief Joseph Post 135 stands for Veterans, Youth, Patriotism, and a Strong Defense! All Veterans and active-duty military are eligible to join! Questions: Ryan, Rmc59847@gmail.com OR Elmer 406-531-4132, elmerwpalmer@gmail.com

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11/18 (3rd Wednesday) The VSN's Veteran Service Provider (VSP) Meeting, American Legion Post 27, 825 Ronan St., Missoula, 3pm

The Missoula Region VSN is a group of Veterans, service providers, volunteers, non-profits, and businesses who have built relationships in order to provide a complete portfolio of resources to help Veterans, service members, and their families obtain the services they need for transition, personal growth, and community belonging. Follow us on Facebook! ​​

  • EVERYONE is welcome! 

    • ​Introductions & Announcements (Learn more about the VFW Wellness Center, Gym & Resource Center - KGVO Story).

    • VSP GIVING - VSN PIZZA PARTY / no speaker but join us for free pizza & fun (Please feel free to bring donations for VETSGIVING on 11/24 - Click "Discussion" on the FB event).

    • Discussion & Networking!

  • We can accommodate 2 speakers per month, so if you're interested in sharing your resource/service at one of our monthly VSP meetings, please contact Shannon - AJC full-time DVOP, snoble@mt.gov

The Legion is spacious building available for rental - contact +1 406-543-7391 or hellgatepost27@yahoo.com

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11/19 ONLINE: Absolutely American / Corporate Gray ~ Military-Friendly Job Fair, 9am - 12pm (MT) featuring employers actively seeking to hire Veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses! 

  • Discover Employer Booths: Career openings across private and public sector industries like Defense, Government, Information Technology, Law Enforcement, Logistics, Healthcare, Consulting, Engineering, and more!

  • Meet One-On-One with recruiters from those leading companies via chat or be invited to video interview; Apply to Positions that align with your future goals; Powered by Absolutely American, Inc. (AAI). Catch us on the MILITARY MINUTE PODCAST or on YouTube. 

Questions: Admin@CorporateGray.com OR contact Carl – CG President 703-690-6381, carl@corporategray.com 

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OTHER October & November Events...and BEYOND!

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​If you have an event you'd like added, please send to vsn.msla@outlook.com. Thank you for supporting our military brothers & sisters!

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