Around Town: December 6-12
MANY BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS ARE DOING THEIR BEST TO PROVIDE SAFE ACTIVITIES AN EVENTS TO OUR COMMUNITY. BECAUSE REMAINING SAFE DURING THE PANDEMIC IS OUR UTMOST PRIORITY, WE’RE PROVIDING YOU WITH A VARIETY OF IN-PERSON AND AT HOME EVENTS IN OUR COMMUNITY.
Events noted with a mask emoji (😷) indicate online/at home/ or in-person optional events. all other events are considered in-person only.
Photos with Santa Schedule:
All week long Southgate mall is hosting photos with Santa. Share your Christmas wish list with Santa and go home with a memorable family photo at Santa's North Pole located in front of Cinnabon. Make your Santa photo reservation today by visiting: https://fal.cn/SouthgateSantaPhotos.
📷 Credit:: Southgate Mall
Dec. 6-8 2pm-7pm
Dec. 9-11 10am-8pm
Dec. 12 11am-7pm
Dec. 13-14 2pm-7pm
Dec. 15-18 10am-8pm
Dec. 19 11am-7pm
Dec. 20-23 10am-8pm
Dec. 24 9am-5pm
Monday, December 6:
1:00pm Pop in and Paint at Painting with a Twist
This is a DIY class with an instructor if needed. Supplies are provided. Find out more here: https://www.paintingwithatwist.com/studio/missoula/calendar/
3:30pm Lego Club at the Missoula Public Library
Lego Club is back! Build to your heart’s content every Monday afternoon. Drop by anytime from 3:30-5 PM and create fantastic Lego structures! This club meets in the Imaginarium on Level Two. https://www.missoulapubliclibrary.org/
5:30 MCAT Tour & Training at the Missoula Public Library
The tour and training uncovers all the resources MCAT has to offer, including the studio, camera check-outs, editing suites and podcast rooms. This training is required to borrow MCAT equipment. More info here: https://mcat.submittable.com/submit/199914/mcat-workshops
Tuesday, December 7:
2:00pm Hands On Science: Humans and Neuroscience
Join spectrUM for guided science activities at our Discovery Bench from 2 to 6 Tuesday through Saturday. This week's theme is humans and neuroscience. No registration required. The spectrUM Discovery Area is open for visitors of all ages to explore science through engaging exhibits and activities. spectrUM has moved into the new Missoula Public Library and is free for visitors of all ages, please join us at 455 East Main Street . http://spectrum.umt.edu/
6:30pm Teen Tuesday at Painting with a Twist
Come in and paint a galaxy with artist Sara! Instructions are guided and supplies are provided. Register here: https://www.paintingwithatwist.com/studio/missoula/calendar/
📷 Credit: Painting with a Twist
Wednesday, December 8:
10:00am Base Camp Programs with Missoula Parks and Rec
We’re bringing our own brand of fun and activities for all ages to the former public library building at 301 E. Main! Please join us for these fun weekly programs.
Adults: Your first Base Camp program is FREE! Find out more here: www.missoulaparks.org1:00 Online Bug Encounters: Web Design Part II
Bug Wrangler Brenna's exploration of spider webs continues. View the handiwork of our resident black widow, learn about the different types of silk spiders can produce, and hear about the latest nature-inspired inventions.. Tune in to our Facebook page at 1:00pm to watch LIVE!
2:00pm Hands on Science: Atronomy
Join spectrUM for guided science activities at our Discovery Bench from 2 to 6 Tuesday through Saturday. This week's theme is astronomy. No registration required. The spectrUM Discovery Area is open for visitors of all ages to explore science through engaging exhibits and activities. spectrUM has moved into the new Missoula Public Library and is free for visitors of all ages, please join us at 455 East Main Street .
Thursday, December 9:
10:00AM MiniNaturalists with the Montana Natural History Center
Time: 10:00-11:00 am Cost: Free with cost of admission (and free for members!)
Location: Montana Natural History Center, 120 Hickory Street
We are currently holding this program outdoors only in our Nature Adventure Garden on the east side of the building. The miniNaturalist program encourages curiosity for the natural world through exploration and play. We sing songs, read books, play games, and develop skills with art and science tools. Each program begins with songs, movement, and stories. We then provide materials for learner directed discovery in our garden. We look for bugs and birds, color on rocks, build with branches, experiment with science tools and play with a variety of art materials. Best for ages 2-4 though any age is welcome!10:30 Tiny Tales at the Missoula Public Library
Tiny Tales uses sounds, rhythms, and movement to help your child learn to read! Participants will sing songs, learn finger-plays and nursery rhymes, and hear stories. Tiny Tales will be recorded and posted online at a later date on the library’s official website and YouTube channel. Tiny Tales is presented by various Youth Services staff every Thursday and Friday at 10:30 AM in the Level Two Imaginarium.
Friday, December 10:
10:30 Preschool Play Group at Roots Acro Sports
For children walking through 5 years—Preschool Playtime is a favorite for kids and parents alike. For playtime, our gym becomes your playground. We set up fun stations and activities throughout the gym. Parents and children choose the activities that interest them most, including obstacle courses, pit games, trampoline time, swinging, sliding, and climbing. Every time you come it's a new fitness adventure. $10 per child/ $15 for Siblings Punch Card: $50 (for $60 in Punches)
Saturday, December 11:
10:00am Explore the Wilds and Wonders of Winter: Traveler’s Rest State Park
Step into a winter wonderland at Travelers’ Rest State Park with expert naturalist guide Hobie Hare. Learn how to enjoy the woods and wilds in wintertime; what to look for and what to bring. Hobie will help focus your attention on bird sounds and views, animal tracks and trails, the quiet senescence of plants, and the soft quality of light and shadow. As you wander the trails get a spectacular view of snow-covered Lolo peak. Bears, mountain lions, foxes, and bobcats have all be seen in the park as well as our more common winter birds and small creatures. Practice naturalist skills you can use throughout Montana’s longest season.
11:00a-4:00p Enchanted Christmas Village at the 9 mile School House
Step back in time to explore our old fashioned Christmas wonderland! Ride a country train, send a letter to the North Pole, decorate a cookie, wander through the elves’ workshop, and meet with Santa to have your photo taken! Soup lunch and hot chocolate stations, not to mention a cup of Christmas cheer for the adults by the bonfire. Craft vendors and live caroling- there really is something for everyone.
📷 Credit: 9mile Schoolhouse
2:00pm You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown at MCT
You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown is an iconic story that it needs little description—will it be fun for children? Absolutely. Will grown-ups think back to their childhood? Good grief, YES! All the familiar and beloved characters will be brought to life on stage, portrayed by a cast of adult actors. Snoopy’s enthusiastic “Suppertime”, a full-cast rendition of Schroeder’s favorite composer’s birthday “Beethoven Day” and Linus’ ode to his beloved possession, “My Blanket and Me” are among the many numbers sure to wrap up the audience in a warm, musical blanket. (Kids– of all ages– can even bring their favorite blanket). Get your tickets here: https://mctinc.secure.force.com/ticket/#/events/a0S3a000006evlhEAA
3:00pm Teen D&D Guild at the Missoula Public Library
Sunday, December 12:
10:00am Missoula Jewish Kids Club
Missoula Jewish Kids Club is an exciting immersive learning experience, offering innovative programming for kids ages 3-7, and 8-13. MJK presents Judaism through hands-on activities including, arts and crafts, baking, science experiments and more. MJK takes place twice monthly on Sundays 10-11AM with a bonus free play until 11:30AM.
😷Paint Your Own Pottery from the Zootown Arts Community Center
The ZACC provides a number of walk-in and create services so your next creative experience is never too far away! Check it out here: https://www.zootownarts.org/shop/pyop-curbside.html
3:00pm Holiday Handbell Concert at First United Methodist Church
Missoula First United Methodist and First Presbyterian churches present a holiday handbell concert. 300 E Main Street