Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce

Historic St. Mary's Mission Tours
2026-06-17 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-18 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-19 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-20 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-23 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-24 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | Historic St. Mary’s Mission, 315 CHARLOS STREET, STEVENSVILLE, 59870
Join us for a guided tour at Historic St. Mary’s Mission and experience one of Montana’s most treasured historic sites. Learn about the Mission, Salish history and culture, and the stories of the Bitterroot Valley before Montana became a state.
Open Tuesday-Saturday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm – last tour at 2:00 pm

Wednesday Farmers Market at O'Hara
2026-06-17 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-24 16:00 - 18:00 | O’Hara Commons, 111 South 4th Street, Hamilton, M, 59840, United States
111 South 4th Street
Wednesdays June – September
4-6 PM
O’Hara Commons believes that one of the most effective ways to strengthen local food systems is through developing food-based programs and partnerships. Utilizing available resources, we can increase equitable access to local food through our Year-Round Farmers Market program.
​We host an in-person mid-week farmers market, from June – September, and transition to an online platform for the remainder of the year. These market opportunities serve over 65 local farmers, food producers, and thousands of Ravalli County households.
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We accept multiple payment methods, including SNAP, Double SNAP Dollars, and Senior Coupons.

Writers Circle
2026-06-17 17:30 - 19:00
Writers share their prose in a supportive community. Prompts offered at bimonthly meeting 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Feel free to share whatever writings you wish to bring.

Get Ready for HomeOwnership Homebuyer Education Class
2026-06-17 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Zoom, 1535 Liberty Lane, STE 116a, Missoula, 59808
Get Ready for HomeOwnership with Homeword!
Online via Zoom, June 16-18, 6-9 p.m.
No matter where you are on your journey to homeownership, our nationally certified homebuyer class is for you. You will learn how to:

Select a lender
Determine what you can afford
Use your credit wisely
Distinguish between different types of loans
Understand home inspections and insurance
Identify special financing programs
Work with a real estate professional
Evaluate the pros and cons of homeownership

Offered monthly, this course is taught by Homeword HUD Certified Housing Counselor and Homebuyer Educator Alex Ramsing and other professionals in the community who volunteer their time by providing expert instruction on a range of topics.
Registration is required. Questions? Call 406-532-4663 x10.

Wisdom Teaching
2026-06-17 18:30 - 20:00 | open-ended community art center, 201 Daly Ave., Hamilton, 59840
During this monthly gathering, we continue to work with breath, meditation, concentration & contemplation, embodiment practices, and greater opening of the heart.
Most teachings and practices come from the Sufi tradition, but facilitator Saladin Pelfrey also draws from the Vedanta Yoga tradition, along with teachings from Buddhist and Mystical Christian paths.
Everyone is welcome. Needn’t have attended previous classes. By donation.

Boost Your PC & Windows 11 Confidence
2026-06-18 18:30 - 19:30 | North Valley Public Library, 208 Main St, Stevensville, 59870
Build your PC skills and gain confidence using Windows 11 during this introductory class. With limited seats available, participants will have plenty of opportunities to practice and ask questions. Laptops are provided.

Drum Circle
2026-06-18 18:30 - 20:00 | open-ended community art center, 201 Daly Ave., Hamilton, 59840
Jerry leads this casual drumming session in the studio (and Tom usually joins him!). A great way to release tension, have some fun, and gather with new friends.
No skill or experience necessary. Just a willingness to try! All manner of percussive instruments available.
No need to register, just show up/drop in, between 6:30-8:00pm.
$5-15 suggested donation.

P.E.O. Rummage Sale
2026-06-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Ravalli County Fairgrounds, 100 Old Corvallis Rd, Hamilton, 59840, United States
Rummage sale

YOGA at Big Sky Lavender Farms
2026-06-20 09:00 - 10:00 | Big Sky Lavender Farms, 21845 5 Wounds Way, Florence, 59833
The 2026 season of YOGA @ Big Sky Lavender Farms is here!
Saturdays 9am
May 30th-Early October*
1 hr. All-levels Yoga class in the Lavender Field.
Bring a yoga mat/towel and water.
Dress comfortably to move your body and appropriate for the weather.
$15/person, Cash or Venmo.
Taught by Certified & Insured instructors:
Natalie Moses of Grounded Resources Yoga,
Andrea Buchanan of Cedar & Sage Herbals and Yoga
*No Class July 4th and; Hopefully the weather will cooperate and classes can continue into October- we will keep you posted later in the season regarding the last class date.

Father’s Day Hot Rod Car Show
2026-06-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Stevensville Harvest Valley Farmers Market, West 3rd and Main St., Stevensville, M, 59870, United States
Join us for the Stevensville Farmers Market, 5th Annual Hot Rod Father’s Day Car Show in the heart of Downtown Stevensville, Saturday, June 20. Enjoy classic cars, muscle builds, custom restorations, and family‑friendly fun.
The event features cash prizes, a 50/50 drawing, and raffles throughout the day. Proceeds going to Lewis and Clark Park security.
Presented by Jeff’s Towing and Newsom Tires, bringing the heat with cash prizes, 50/50 drawings, and raffles!

Atlatl Lesson, Throw and ISAC
2026-06-20 12:00 - 16:00 | Crafted Wild, LLC, 1427 Burr Ridge Rd, Victor, 59875
Curious about ancient hunting techniques?

Join us around a warming fire to learn about the history and mechanics of atlatl. After a safety briefing we will give a short lesson on how to use the atlatl followed by some one-on-one coaching/practice on our range. Throwers of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Parking is limited so please consider carpooling.

At 1PM we will transition to competitive throwing. Crafted Wild maintains a property leaderboard with awards given out for the top three throwers in each category.
Throwers are encouraged to register with the World Atlatl Association to have their scores considered for the world leaderboard.

Registration is required for planning purposes and to help the day run smoothly. Registration closes at 5PM the day before the tournament.

Fore the Kids: Swings & Sips Fundraiser for BDCM
2026-06-20 14:00 - 17:00 | Daily Golf, 802 S. 1st Street, Hamilton, 59840
Join us for Fore the Kids: Swings & Sips, a whimsical, grownups-only afternoon of swings, sips, and community. Try your luck in 50/50 virtual golf competitions and fun golf-themed games, enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, tea, and a variety of drinks with a no-host bar, and bid on amazing items in our live and dessert auctions—all in support of building the Bitterroot Discovery Children’s Museum.

Vacation Bible School
2026-06-22 09:00 - 2026-06-25 12:00 | Hamilton Assembly Of God, 601 W Main St, Hamilton, 59840
June 22-25 , 9am-12noon , Ages 3-12 years at Hamilton Assembly of God in Hamilton. 1-406-363-2510 to register or online @ HAMILTONAG.ORG

Artist’s Open Studio at Explore the ARTS
2026-06-22 12:00 - 15:00 | Explore the Arts, 701 Main St., Hamilton, 59840
Artists of all mediums are invited to create together in a supportive Community. Bring your supplies. $5 includes lunch

Travelers' Rest Art Cart
2026-06-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Travelers’ Rest State Park, 6717 US HWY 12, Lolo, 59847
Join us every Monday from June to September from 1:00-3:00 for a chance to make a free souvenir at Travelers’ Rest State Park. All abilities welcome, all supplies provided.

Mixed Media Mondays (with virtual option)
2026-06-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Open-Ended Expressive Arts Studio, 201 Daly Avenue, Hamilton, 59840
Your studio is open Monday nights! Mixed Media Mondays: a couple hours in your week dedicated to creating! Explore material and learn new techniques each week. Barb Lucas, artist, founder, and expressive arts facilitator, will be there to walk alongside you in your process (nudging you along, providing guidance with supplies, helping you tune in to yourself). NEW FOR 2026, SOUP PROVIDED EACH EVENING! 🥣
$20 each session. ALWAYS FREE FOR MEMBERS

Creative Connection for older adults (virtual option as well)
2026-06-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Open-Ended Expressive Arts Studio, 201 Daly Avenue, Hamilton, 59840
A peaceful space for creative exploration and community connection. PLUS delicious soup!
Every Monday night from 6-8pm. Guidance provided, along with all art supplies.
$20/session or become a member for steep discounts and special treats.
RSVP on our website.
WARNING: Creative expression may cause: Improved mood, decreased loneliness, increased mental flexibility, and even OUTRIGHT HAPPINESS!

Ravalli County Fish & Wildlife Association
2026-06-22 18:30 - 20:00 | Daly Leach Community Room, 1010 Main Street, Hamilton, 59840
We have our monthly association meetings open to the public, at no cost. Learn more about club projects, what we’re doing to protect the Bitterroot River from possible polluting mines, all things fish and wildlife. Come learn more about what we’re about and your community/county involvement.

AROUND THE ROOT with Dawn & Dominic
2026-06-23 09:00 - 09:30 | Social Media
Join Sapphire Lutheran Home’s Dominic Farrenkopf and Dawn Luedecke from the Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce as they chat about local events, community stories, and the people who make the Bitterroot Valley shine. From festivals to fundraisers, if it’s happening in the valley, it’s happening Around the Root.
Join them LIVE on Facebook, Youtube, and Instagram.
Watch them later on: Facebook, Youtube, Instagram, Spotify,
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069024465942
https://www.youtube.com/@BitterrootValleyChamber
https://www.instagram.com/bitterrootvalleychamber/
https://open.spotify.com/show/2pMkXG1hvq1hV7SXcrI0mh

YOGA
2026-06-23 09:00 - 10:00 | Open-Ended Expressive Arts Studio, 201 Daly Avenue, Hamilton, 59840
Vinyasa-style fitness flow yoga incorporating isometrics and other strength exercises into the poses. Yoga is a personal practice and we will be encouraged to go to our own edge, regardless of what anyone else in the class is doing. Every day, every body is different, so our practice will be unique to how we’re feeling on any given day. Classes will be challenging and fun and we will leave feeling better than when we arrived.

Webinar: Pacific Source Announces Exit From Montana
2026-06-23 10:00 - 11:45
We know Pacific Source’s announcement that they are pulling out of the state creates uncertainty for Montana employers. You don’t have to navigate this alone.
Join our live webinar to learn clear, actionable options for replacing your group health plan and protecting your employees’ coverage.
What we’ll cover

The current Montana marketplace and what’s changing
Practical plan options for Montana employers
Key next steps and timelines to keep your benefits running smoothly

When June 23 • 10:00-10:45 AM MDT
Save your spot: [Click here to register]
Enrollment periods and the new year will be here sooner than you think. Allow us to guide you through this transition with practical advice and honest answers.

Tuesday at Twelve summer concert series
2026-06-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Ravalli County Museum, 205 Bedford Street, Hamilton, 59840
Free weekly concerts every Tuesday from noon to 1pm on the lawn of the Ravalli County Museum! Join us for a picnic lunch with your family, neighbors, and friends, with free popcorn for all! Bring a lawn chair and settle in for a variety of musical styles at no cost, thanks to our sponsors. Here’s the schedule:
June 9: Deep in the Weeds (Jazz)
June 16: Big Sky Mudflaps (Swing, Rock ‘n Roll)
June 23: The Pack Strings (Americana)
June 30: Andrea Harsell (Traditional singer/songwriter)
July 7: Son Montaña (Latin/salsa)
July 14:Phil Page (Cowboy & Western tradition)
July 21: Good Old Fashioned (Americana/traditional)
July 28: Tom Catmull & the Last Resort (Original)
Aug. 4: John Schiever & Jack Mauer (Folk, Bluegrass, Original)
Aug. 11: Bitterroot Community Band
Aug. 18: Russell Perri (Pop)
Concerts will move indoors in case of rain or unhealthy smoke.
Many thanks to our series sponsors: The Rapp Family Foundation, Downtown Hamilton Business Improvement District, Bitterroot Drug/Main Street Toys, Edward Jones/Willa Carr Lande, Ravalli County Federal Credit Union

South Valley Connections
2026-06-24 08:00 - 17:00
Every last Wednesday of each month from 5-6pm. Enjoy a low key networking evening in the South Bitterroot Valley, hosted by various business. Open to everyone and do not need to be a Chamber member to attend or host.
