​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​4/1 - 4/19 HAMILTON, CORVALLIS & VICTOR: American Legion Post 91, Legion Riders, PACT, VFW, VVA & MORE!

Legion Post 91 "Heart Valley" is DEDICATED TO VETERANS & COMMUNITY SERVICE ~ They are VERY active in the community!

Follow them on Facebook.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

• 4/1 (1st Tuesday): Corvallis Post 91 Legion Riders Monthly Meeting, Hamilton House in Victor, 6:30pm: https://www.facebook.com/CorvallisMTLegionRiders/ (ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR 2025 ANNUAL BEAR HUNT (Idaho Spring Bear Season). You must be 40% disabled or higher and provide your DD214 and VA Disability award letter. Please print of the application and fill it out (Facebook - page 1 and page 2). Email application and necessary paperwork to dpgoodnight.dg@gmail.com

• 4/2 & 4/4 HAMILTON: Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) Bitterroot Chapter 938 ~ The Bitterroot Chapter of VVA are “Veterans helping Veterans”! Ch 938 welcomes new members to join them on Friday mornings for breakfast at BJ's Restaurant, 900 N. 1st St., 7 - 8:30am. Also, on the FIRST Wednesday, VVA welcomes ALL Vietnam Veterans to our monthly meeting (Eagles, 125 N. 2nd St., Hamilton at 7pm). National locator: https://vva.org/; Questions: Al Sperry (406) 381-7899, vva938@gmail.com

• 4/3 (Every Thursday) HAMILTON: PACT Social Worker is at the Hamilton VA Clinic (10am - 3pm). One of the PACT SW will be at 1331 North 1st St. Questions: Jeni 406-202-8035, Jennifer.Keys@va.gov

• 4/15 (3rd Tuesday) American Legion Post 91 General Membership Meeting, Firehall, 317 Woodside Cutoff Rd, Corvallis, 7pm ~ Enhancing the well-being of Veterans, their families, and our community by devotion to mutual helpfulness: Facebook Questions: corvallispost91@gmail.com

• 4/19 VICTOR: VFW District One Spring Meeting, 10am ~ SOS contest (that's a military variant of biscuits and gravy) will begin at 1000. $100 first prize. Meeting will begin at 1300 (Facebook event).

​Corvallis American Legion Post 91 Blog / Newsletters: https://corvallispost91.blogspot.com/2023/

Questions: Don Goodnight, Corvallis Legion Riders President (406) 360-5275, dpgoodnight.dg@gmail.com; Doug Mason – Historian & Amateur Radio Club President (406) 546-4244, corvallispost91@gmail.com OR Dan Griffin – VSO (406) 544-5257, griffinsfc@gmail.com​​​​​​​​​​

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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​4/1 - 5/17 Ole Beck VFW Post 209, 245 W. Main St., Missoula

Ole Beck VFW Post 209 is a nonprofit Veteran Organization ~ All profits go back to the local Veteran community and/or Veteran programs. There's something going on every night, so come check us out! Contact the Post about membership: https://www.vfwpost209.org/ OR go to: https://www.vfw.org/join for more information about joining Veterans of Foreign Wars. Follow Ole Beck VFW on Facebook!​​​

• NOW through December: The 2025 VFW Post 209 Raffle is LIVE ~ Support local Veterans and win BIG! We’re giving away over 50 prizes, including firearms, gear, and exclusive two-prize drawings throughout the year — with 31 prizes in December alone. Tickets: $20 each • 3 for $50 • 6 for $100; Every ticket supports local Veterans, scholarships, charitable contributions, and more. Call 406-728-7749 or Chad - Trader Brothers 406-273-3555 - Learn more.

• 4/1 (Every Tuesday): TRIVIA, 8pm ~ Win cash prizes! (Katie O'Keefe's every Monday). Follow Missoula Trivia on Facebook!

• 4/3 (Every Thursday): Residency Night, 7pm ~ Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate and support our talented local musicians at VFW Post 209’s Residency Night. Whether you're a music lover or just looking for a great night out, this event is not to be missed! LIVE AND LOCAL (Share on Facebook).

• 4/4 First Friday Art Show, 5 - 8pm ~ Come on down and check it out. Louis, Army Veteran's "Stacked Stone Photography" will be sharing some of his older photos + some NEW work spanning the last several years! (Facebook)

• 4/7 (Every Monday): BAR BINGO, 7pm ~ Don’t miss your chance to win the pot while supporting local Veterans of Foreign Wars and enjoying your favorite dive bar! Bingo starts every Monday night, so gather your friends and come have some fun while making a difference.

• 4/9 (2nd Wednesday): VFW Monthly Membership Meeting, 7pm ~ The Post will remain open for business.

• LIVE POKER ~ Veterans receive a BONUS 10 in chips with their buy in. Check the weekly schedule. Reserve your seat (406) 272-7722

• SAVE the DATE: 5/17/2025 Armed Forces Day ~ Heroes at Home BBQ & VSAP Remember, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

Questions: VFW 406-728-7749, vfw209mt@gmail.com

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​​​​​​​​​​​​4/2 - 4/9 ONLINE: Hiring Our Heroes ~ Event Platform for Veterans, Transitioning SM, Guard/Reserve & Military Spouses

Virtual education and training center that allows our military community to engage in world-class career curriculum taught by subject matter experts, along with a library of pre-recorded sessions, available 24/7. Career Community: https://www.hiringourheroes.org/career-community/​​​​

• ​​4/2 Semiconductor Industry Virtual Hiring Fair, 11am - 2pm

• 4/2 & 4/3 Virtual Amplify ~ FREE two-day workshop for military spouses focused on career preparation, professional development, and networking.

• 4/3 Salesforce Fellowship Program Info Session, 1pm

• 4/8 Exploring Careers in Financial Services, 2pm

• 4/8 Corporate Fellowship Program Information Session, 5pm

• 4/9 Virtual Hiring Fair: Financial Services, 11am - 2pm

Schedule / REGISTER Questions: Cara Cooke (Captain - USAF Veteran) - Senior Manager, Veteran Programs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, ccooke@uschamber.com OR Hiring Our Heroes, hiringourheroes@uschamber.com

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​​​​​​​4/2 - 4/24 ARC Military & Veteran Caregiver Network (MVCN)

Our caregiver chats are live interactions in a text only format -- all interactions are done simply by texting and/or typing your responses. Our chats are conducted in a safe environment using Slack. Caregivers can access the chat by using red-cross-mvcn-caregiver-channel on MVCN.slack.com from a PC or the Slack mobile app. Please register for more information.​ Events on Facebook:​

• 4/2 (Every Wednesday) ONLINE: Wellbeing YOU, 11am

• 4/2 (Every other Wednesday) ONLINE: Caregiver Chat, 5:30pm

• 4/8 Caregivers – Your Life and Your Health Matters, 11am

• 4/10 ONLINE: Sharing the Journey ~ Caregiver Support Group, 6pm

• 4/24 Social Security Administration - Survivor Benefits, 9am

Questions: American Red Cross 1-800-RED CROSS (733-2767), ID/MT (406) 493-8778, programs.mvcn@redcross.org

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4/2 Impact Montana Presentation, Missoula Public Library, 455 E. Main St. (Cooper Rm B), Missoula, 12:15 - 2:45pm

• Josh was one of our speakers at the 3/19 VSP Meeting. He's the Owner of Peterson Built Fitness & Sports Training (2825 Stockyard Rd +1 406-210-9986, petersonbuiltfitness@gmail.com), and he encourages individuals to THRIVE physically. Some Veterans feel “stuck” spending a lot of time alone inside, and he wants them to see the benefits of exercise.

• He offers a Veteran Training Program (2-3 Veterans / week in a quiet gym with trainers).

• Partners include Cryo Method (111 W. Broadway +1 406-926-2500, hello@cryomethodmt.com), Elevated Wellness (attended VSP Meeting in Feb), Iron Root Fitness in the Bitterroot (where Yoga for Veterans is every Tuesday), etc. – 26 individuals have asked for support.

• There will be a PUBLIC presentation about Impact Montana (Lunch / networking 12pm and presentation at 12:45pm), "IM Provided Lunch and Community Presentation providing an update on IMs mission locally and the organization's intent to create a local committee to assist in further developing IM in Missoula and the Bitterroot Valley." Please RSVP and/or share! (Facebook: Impact Montana​)

Paul, "We would like the opportunity to show you how Impact Montana and local service providers are making a difference in Veterans, First Responders and their families lives. It is our hope that you will also want to become involved in this worthwhile experience. Lunch will be provided, and we look forward to your attendance. Please RSVP by 28 March so we can get a good count for lunch and determine the level of interest."

Questions: Maj. Paul Yuzapavik USAF Ret. - Executive Director 406-607-9449, paul.yuzapavik@impactmontana.org

 

​4/2 & 4/17 National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

No Silence. No Stigma. No shame. Get involved. Make a difference: http://www.namimissoula.org/​; Missoula's Behavioral Health Peer Committee is launching a storytelling project designed to foster connections, to raise awareness, and to combat stigma surrounding both mental illness and addiction (written essays, poems, artwork, music, video, and a live storytelling event). Contact rosiers@phc.missoula.mt.us ​​​​​

• 4/2 (Every Wednesday): NAMI Connection Support Group, St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 202 Brooks St. RM 208, Missoula, 1:00-2:30 p.m. ~ Free, confidential, peer-led support group for adults living with mental illness (Zoom option: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82746550355)

• 4/17 (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.  Families or friends can join a caring group of individuals helping one another by utilizing their collective lived experiences and learned wisdom. Drop-ins welcome.

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

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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​4/3 (Every Thursday) ONLINE: Mindful Recovery and Wellness, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Using mind/body practices offers individuals in recovery from Substance Use Disorder (SUD) skills training to support relapse prevention. Mindfulness and other resilience-building skills have become an integral part of both residential and community recovery services. Research has continued to show these practices to be helpful in helping to manage the experience of anxiety and depression for those in recovery: https://4thdmissoula.org/mindful-recovery-wellness Questions: Fourth D, Inc. (406) 209-9570, fourthdclub@gmail.com

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​​4/3 or 4/4 Mandatory Orientation for Veterans Upward Bound

Veterans Upward Bound is happy to announce the spring refresher classes.  If you are working with any Veterans thinking about changing career paths or going back to school to work on a certificate, trade program, or other degree, these classes are very helpful to prepare and transition, and they are FREE!  These classes are ONLINE everywhere throughout Montana. 

•       Mandatory ORIENTATION April 3rd (2 - 4pm) or 4th (10am - 12pm) Classes run M-Th April 7th - May 2nd

•       College Readiness Assessments / Help Navigating the College Process.

•       Benefits & Financial Aid Assistance; Career Assistance & Tutoring Support; Social & Cultural Events AND MORE!

If you need a laptop, we have refurbished ones that we can provide through our laptop loaner program (VUB on Facebook).

REGISTER: https://vubmt.com/ OR if you have any questions about the classes or would like to inquire about any of our other services, please feel free to contact Michelle Watson (MSUN Center for VETS) 406-272-6492, mwatson@vubmt.com

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4/3 & 4/28 (Every Thursday & 4th Monday) MINERAL COUNTY: Events in Alberton, Superior, St. Regis & Haugen

Please join us for dinner every Thursday (and 4th Monday) at the St. Regis Community Center, 230 Lobo Loop at 5:30pm ~ All are welcome. Where else can you get a full meal for just $9?!! (non-members): Facebook 

We offer To Go orders, call after 3 p.m. to place your order 406-649-2499​

• 4/7 ST. REGIS: American Legion Post 13 Meeting, "No meetings to be held until Monday, 7 April, 2025" (1st Monday thereafter). 

• 4/9 (2nd Wednesday) ST. REGIS: The Veteran Service Officer will maintain schedule at Post 13, 1301 Hwy 10 E, St. Regis, 10am - 3pm. For other information see bulletin board at post or in St Regis Post Office. You may also call 406-241-1506 or 406-649-4833.

​Join the American Legion Post 13 Facebook Group​ We participate in highway clean-up, swap meets, parades, and flag retirements (worn and damaged American flags at 54 Mill Creek Rd).

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4/4 ONLINE: Boots to Business by SBA ~ Beginning Farmers & Ranchers, 8:30am

Veterans interested in the agricultural industry & beginning farms / ranches should attend. This full day workshop will aid those interested in exploring agriculture-based business ownership by leading participants through the key steps for evaluating business concepts and providing foundational knowledge required to develop a business plan. Participants are introduced to a broad spectrum of entrepreneurial business concepts and resources, from experts across the industry, to access startup capital, technical assistance, and more.

REGISTER: Class: Beginning Farmers and Ranchers-Online-2025-04-04-Reboot

Questions: 406-272-3255, jrigby@bigskyeda.org

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4/5 Homeword, 1535 Liberty Ln., Ste 116A, Missoula

Homeword 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.​​​​

• 4/5 ONLINE: Homebuyer Education Class, 9am - 6pm ~ Learn the basics of the homebuying process through our nationally certified homebuyer classes. New homebuyer educator, Alex Ramsing, worked with us before as our landlord liaison and taught our RentWise classes from 2019-2022. We are so fortunate to have him back.

• Did you know we offer free post-purchase housing counseling? Our counselors are here every step of the way as homeowners navigate the challenges and opportunities that arise after purchasing a home.

• Financial Skill Building Class, 6pm ~ FREE and open to the public. We believe financial resilience comes from having the financial judgement and decision-making skills to dodge pitfalls and make the right money moves for your future. Class graduates are also eligible for free one-on-one financial coaching. YouTube page / testimonials

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

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4/7 - 4/17 STATEWIDE: Montana Tribal College Fairs

The Montana Post Secondary Educational Opportunities Council (MPSEOC) host college and career fair events throughout Montana: FAIRS - MONTANA TRIBAL COLLEGE TEAM

• 4/17 PABLO: Salish Kootenai College Campus, 58138 US Highway 93, Pablo (Robert Depoe III Building) ~ On Campus parking is free. Continental food service will be provided @ fair (Lunch will be included during fair time); Campus Tour: 1:00pm - 2:30pm; On-Site Coordinators: 406-275-4800; Juan Perez 406-275-4855, juan_perez@skc.edu & Lindy Warden 406-275-4028, lindy_warden@skc.edu

Questions: Mary Ellen Earnhardt - Career Lab Manager, Montana Career Lab 406-444-1770, C 406-461-7994, Maryellen.Earnhardt@mt.gov

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4/7 (First Monday through August): ALCOM Mini Job Fair, Job Service (Front Lobby), 539 S. 3rd St. W., Missoula, 11am – 2pm

ALCOM is gearing up for their busy season, and Mini Job Fairs will resume on the first Monday of every month starting on April 7th through August 4th. Hiring Welders, Metal Fabricators and Geneal Production workers. Great benefits with 4-day work week with no weekends! 

• Production Workers: https://www.alcomusa.com/careers/production-worker

• Welders https://www.alcomusa.com/careers/mig-tig-welder

Questions: ALCOM 406-258-9739 OR Job Service – Missoula 1-406-728-7060, missoulajsc@mt.gov / Marilyn Smith – Job Service RR (406) 218-7447, marsmith@mt.gov

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4/7 (First Monday): Missoula College CDL Orientation, Missoula College Campus, 2795 37th Ave (Room 108), 6 – 8pm

CDL Training at Missoula College is an 8-week course (IN-Cab, Pre-trip, Backing, and Driving). CDL Test consists of 3 parts: Pre-trip and In-Cab Inspection; Backing; Straight (Offset & 90 Degree); Driving in Town. A student has 3 chances to pass the CDL Test. If they fail 3 times, it invalidates their CDL Permit, and they are unable to test again for 3 years. Learn more! 

Orientations are also offered at Bitterroot College Campus!

Questions: Larry Reinholz (406) 243-7643, Cell (406) 550-7450, larry.reinholz@umontana.edu

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​​​​​​​4/8 - 6/12 Montana K9 Safety ~ Discount for Veterans!

Pet First Aid, CPR, muzzling & restraints, bleeding and shock, choking, splinting, environmental emergencies, improvised transport, disaster response, AND MORE. LEARN TO SAVE YOUR DOG’S LIFE! Learn more on their website.

• 4/8 - 6/12 Montana & Idaho: 4/8 Libby; 4/18 Lincoln; 4/29 Bigfork; 5/6 Idaho; 5/10 Bozo; 6/12 FVCC (Facebook)

• 4/10 Pet First Aid, CPR & Disaster Response, Lifelong Learning Center, Missoula, 10am ~ This core class is a must for all dog owners. Learn the basics of First Aid, trap and snare release and much more! (Share the Facebook event) REGISTER LLC 406-549-8765

Questions: Montana K9 Safety (406) 314-7024, info.montanak9safety@gmail.com

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​4/8 (2nd Tuesday) ONLINE: Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) ~ Suicide Prevention Training, 5:30pm

FREE and open to the public. QPR is an emergency mental health intervention for people at risk of suicide. The goal of QPR is to recognize a suicide crisis, interrupt it and direct the person to appropriate care. QPR is an evidence-based intervention that works to increase an at-risk individual's chance of survival. REGISTER​

Learn more about Project Tomorrow Montana and/or follow on Facebook! 

Questions: (800) 273-8255 OR email jacquelyn@missoulaunitedway.org

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4/8 (2nd Tuesday): Marine Corps League (MCL) Meeting, Knights of Columbus Hall, 312 E. Pine St., Missoula, 6pm

Calling all Marine Corps Veterans & Navy Corpsmen ~ PLEASE JOIN US: https://montanamcl.org/

Questions: Bill (516) 782-5017, billsbug@gmail.com OR Chris (406) 493-9083, Spartans.honour@yahoo.com

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​​​​​​​​​​​​4/9 VSN Events Committee Meeting at RMMMH, 2pm

AND 4/16 (3rd Wednesday): The VSN's Veteran Service Provider (VSP) Meeting, American Legion Hellgate Post 27, 825 Ronan St., Missoula

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. Click "Discussion" for Agenda on Facebook!

• 4/9 VSN Events Committee Meeting, Rocky Mountain Museum of Military History, 2975 General Foster Ave. (BLDG T-316), Fort Missoula, 2pm ~ Planning for the Heroes at Home BBQ & VSAP (5/17/2025 Armed Forces Day) Remember, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

• 4/16 Veteran Service Provider (VSP) Meeting, 3pm ~ EVERYONE is welcome!

  • Introductions & Announcements

  • SPEAKER: TBD

  • Discussion & Networking

• If you're interested in speaking at one of our monthly VSP meetings, please contact Shannon - 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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4/9 Missoula “Hell Gate Elks” Lodge 383 ~ Lodge Night, 112 N Pattee St. (2nd Floor Member’s Lounge)

The Members Lounge opens at 5:00pm with dinner and social hour. The Member Meeting starts at 6:30pm, and the Lounge reopens for more socializing afterwards. Invite a friend to enjoy dinner and drinks before the meeting! ($5.00 suggested donation to the General Charity Fund).

• 4/9 (The Elks Meet twice a month until April): Please RSVP for the meeting if you are not a regular attendee. 

• 6/28 SAVE the DATE: Annual Mike Oestreich Golf Tournament, Highlands Golf Course ~ Raise money for local Most Valuable Student Scholarships!

JOIN the Elks: https://www.elks.org/

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

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4/10 & 4/24 (2nd & 4th Thursday): 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.

• 4/10 ONLINE: SSI / SSDI Class, 11am ~ If you're thinking of applying or are having trouble with your application, join our Zoom!

• FREE programing such as Improv, Adaptive Yoga, Gaming, Art, dance, AND MUCH MORE: https://www.summitilc.org/calendar/

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

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​4/10 (2nd Thursday): Resource Access Day (RAD), Missoula Public Library, 455 E. Main St (4th Floor), Missoula, 12 – 3pm

RAD is a monthly event providing free, one-stop access to vital services, including healthcare, legal assistance, housing support, and more. Modeled after Project Community Connect (PCC), RAD is a collaborative effort between the Missoula Public Library, the PASS (Pretrial Assistance to Support Success) Program, and Missoula Municipal Court. The goal of RAD is to connect individuals and families facing resource insecurity with a rotating selection of community services. Lunch generously provided by Worden’s Market. LEARN MORE

How You Can Support RAD: We are currently seeking donations of hygiene kits, toiletries, clothing, gift cards, food, beverages, sewing kits, and more. Donations can be dropped off in person or purchased via our Amazon wish list [a.co]

Questions: Heather James - Post Sentencing Support Specialist, Missoula Municipal Court, 435 Ryman St., Missoula 406-880-8021, JamesH@ci.missoula.mt.us

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4/10 (2nd & 4th Thursday) SEELEY LAKE: Job Service at Seeley Lake Community Foundation, 3150 HWY 83 N (Tu 12–3pm & Th 1 – 3pm)

Job seekers can get one on one assistance with employment, resume reviews, interviewing, etc. 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! Seeley Lake Community Foundation; Search ALL Jobs on COS: https://www.careeronestop.org/JobSearch/FindJobs/find-jobs.aspx

Questions: Job Service 406-728-7060, missoulajsc@mt.gov

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4/10 - 6/6 Jaden Decker LIVE

Jaden's moving to Nashville! Check out the full schedule and ticket info at Jaden's website.  ​​

• 4/10 Billings

• 4/11 - 5/17 Out of State

• 6/6 Darby, Montana - Stoked to be a part of this lineup for the Darby Music Festival! (FLYER)

Questions: Jaden Decker, jadendeckermgmt@gmail.com OR Clint Decker – Army Veteran & Founder of Clark Fork Entertainment (406) 214-5541, cfe406@gmail.com

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4/11 Project Community Connect at Missoula Public Library, 455 E. Main St., Missoula, 10am - 3pm

Rebecca, “PCC is a one stop shop event that offers a variety of services for community members in need.  All services are free, and the event typically has approximately 200-300 attendees (Public Benefits, Child, Youth & Family Services, Haircuts, ID's & Birth Certificates, Veteran Services, Vision, Personal Hygiene). The event will also offer volunteer opportunities on the day of.” (FLYER) MPL - Learn MORE

Veteran Services POC: Nancie Wittmier - HVRP Montana Program Manager, Volunteers of America, 910 Brooks St. Suite 201, Missoula (406) 529-1813, nancie.wittmier@voanr.org

VSN Leadership Team & Housing Services Leader (PCC housing and financial areas): Rebecca Stancil, MHA Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) Director (406) 549-4113 ex 106, Rstancil@missoulahousing.org

Project Community Connect planning committee: Selya -Community Engagement at MPL 406-370-8538, selyaa@missoulapubliclibrary.org

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4/11 (2nd Friday) ONLINE: RMWBC Digital Coffee Chat ~ Small Business Networking Group, 10am

Rocky Mountain Women's Business Center's monthly networking session via Zoom!​

REGISTER: https://www.rockymountainwbc.org/events

Questions: +1 406-417-3777, hello@rockymountainwbc.org

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4/12 & 4/26 (2nd & 4th Saturday) RONAN: BINGO! American Legion Post 138, North Crow Club House, 44027 N. Foothills Dr., 6 - 8pm

Post 0138 in Ronan is helping local Vets! BINGO FLYER - Follow us on Facebook. Get involved with our community service. 

Questions: 406-210-2607 OR Glen, veteranshonorguardronanpolson@gmail.com

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4/15 (3rd Tuesday) American Legion Post 68 Monthly Meeting, 1700 Stephens Ave., Missoula, 6:30pm

Welcoming new members! They also have Legion Riders & an Auxiliary Unit. Learn more: mtpost68.org (PO Box 17322, Missoula 59808)

Questions: Larry Lanoue - Vietnam / Army Veteran (406) 370-5450 OR John Turman - Commander (406) 529-8717, jturman80@yahoo.com; Tom Thompson - Vice Commander (406) 549-6889, thttom@gmail.com; Haleena - Post 68 Auxiliary, 3girls1guy5animals@gmail.com

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4/15 (3rd Tuesday) LOLO: 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 (chiefjosephpost.org) and meets every 3rd Tuesday at 7pm. All Veterans and active-duty military are eligible to join! 

Questions: 531-4132, elmerwpalmer@gmail.com

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4/15 STEVENSVILLE: Fort Owen American Legion Post 94, Red Willow, MVC, SCC & MORE!

Post 94 are Veterans dedicated to the support of Veterans & community service! (VERY involved in the community). Join the American Legion Post 94 Public Group on Facebook!​​​

• 4/15 (3rd Tuesday) STEVENSVILLE: AL Post 94 Monthly Meeting, 754 Middle Burnt Fork Rd., Stevensville, 7pm ~ ALL Veterans are welcome to attend the monthly meeting - if you're not a member, come and fill out a membership form!

• Stevensville Civic Club is responsible for the Trout Sprout Splash Pad / Bear Mountain at Lewis & Clark Park, Creamery Picnic, Country Christmas, Pignic in the Park, etc. that YOU can be a proud part of! 

Learn more about the National American Legion: www.legion.org

Questions: Adjutant (406) 369-3276; Cheryl – Auxiliary (406) 531-4132

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4/16 (3rd Wednesday) ONLINE: Lunch and Learn Connect (LLC) ~ Montana National Guard Support, 11:30am

Let’s collaborate on ways to prioritize all facets of health (mental, spiritual, physical, emotional). Grab a loved one and let’s connect! Email prevention.mil@army.mil to receive the Zoom link.​

Questions: Cora Augustin - Primary Prevention Specialist, MTARNG 406-324-5123, cora.m.augustin.civ@army.mil

OR Kristen Monroy - Soldier and Family Readiness Specialist, Montana Army National Guard (406) 324-5121, kristen.l.monroy.civ@army.mil

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​​​​​​​​​​​​4/17 - 8/4 American Legion Hellgate Post 27, 825 Ronan St., Missoula

Active member of the Veteran Support Network (VSN) and VERY active in the community! Join the American Legion: https://www.legion.org/​

• 4/17 (3rd Thursday): American Legion Post 27 Member Meeting, 6pm ~ Are you a member? If not, bring a copy of your DD-214 and dues, and we'll get you signed up! Questions: Tim - VSN Leadership Team, muxchief@hotmail.com

• 4/21 (3rd Monday): American Legion Post 27 Breakfast Social, 7 - 9am ~ Follow us on Facebook. Questions: Tim (above) OR Gary “Head Cook” (406) 544-3823

• 4/24 Service Academy Day, 3-6pm. ~ An opportunity for Montana high school students to learn more about the service academies (US Naval Academy, US Air Force Academy, West Point, etc.) and what is involved in applying including the congressional nomination and the application process with the actual academies. Questions: Kristin Kuiken - Senator Daines Office, Interim Western Montana Field Rep. 406-549-8198, C 406-647-3540, Kristin_Kuiken@daines.senate.gov

• SAVE the DATE: 5/17/2025 Armed Forces Day ~ Heroes at Home BBQ & VSAP Remember, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

• 6/8 - 6/14 HELENA: Ryan discussed Boys & Girls State at the last VSP Meeting (American Legion Post sponsors H.S. juniors for the last week of school in Missoula).

• 6/23 - 8/4 ART & MOVEMENT SUMMER CAMP ~ Our mission is to bring the fun! We have partnered with the American Legion Hall Post #27 to create a summer camp program in central Missoula for children ages 6 to 10. At AMSC, each day is centered around creative hands-on projects balanced with physical play and group activities (June 23 - 27; July 7 - 11; July 21 - 25 & August 4 - 8). Learn more​ Questions: Michelle 406-201-8464, missoulaartandmovement@gmail.com

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

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4/21 (3rd Monday): Veteran & First Responder Appreciation Day, 2801 S. Russell St., Unit 24, Missoula, 8am – 8pm

Honoring all who served. Free "Elevated Wellness & Rejuvenation" sessions for Veterans & First Responders. Spouses 50% off. (Facebook)

Learn more: Recharge Your Soul in the 406

Questions: Amanda Hansen 406-239-7487, rechargeyoursoulinthe406@gmail.com

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Interview online via text chats with many top companies and government agencies! NOTE: This event is especially for Veterans, transitioning military members, and military spouses. Most participating employers require U.S. citizenship, and many require cleared (or clearable) candidates.

CG is now powered by Absolutely American, Inc. (AAI)

• Introducing the Military Minute Podcast: Military Minute Podcast - YouTube

• SCIPP International, “In 2024, students received $2M+ in scholarships” (50% Veterans; 40% Women; 95% full funding): SCIPP Cyber Certification Scholarships - SCIPP International

• Sierra7 is committed to hiring Veterans, service members, and military spouses with diverse expertise and experiences to better serve our clients: Veteran Opportunities | Falls Church, VA | Sierra7, Inc.

Schedule of Job Fairs (register in advance of 4/23, 5/21, etc.)

Questions: Carl Savino – President 703-690-6381, carl@corporategray.com OR ​Scott 405-206-4717, scott@corporategray.com

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4/25 - 5/11 MCT Center for the Performing Arts, 200 N. Adams St., Missoula

Bringing Communities Together...Theatre in Missoula and Beyond! Learn more 

• 4/25 - 5/11 CINDERELLA is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of The Rodgers & Hammerstein.

• 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?? Act quick ~ Call MCT to Order your Tickets through the MTNG Child and Youth Program Account.

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

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4/25 Archetype of the Warrior Across Time ~ Jung, Campbell and Modern Perspectives, Turner Hall (UM), 7 – 9pm

Please join Dr. Cherlyn Jones for a series of talks exploring the stories of the archetypal warrior and their relevance for our culture and Veterans today. Learn more: University of Montana Institute of Health and Humanities.

• 4/25 Hero/Healers of the Ancient World ~ Asclepius with his serpent-entwined staff, Archaeological Museum of Epidaurus.

Admission is FREE but space is limited - RSVP:  Dr. Cherlyn H.T. Jones – Founder of Landnam Warrior 406 270 3258, cherlyn@landnamwarrior.org OR on the GRIZ HUB

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