Good morning, Kalispell.

Flathead Food Bank will host its fourth annual Feed the Need Benefit Concert on November 13 at the Wachholz College Center — the pay-what-you-can event will feature Drake Milligan and local acts to raise $150,000 for winter food distribution.

Northwest Montana fire agencies are conducting prescribed burns to reduce overgrown vegetation and lower wildfire risks—using broadcast and slash pile methods—with up to 60 firefighters expected to work until early November.

The effort is part of a seasonal plan to protect communities and natural resources—DNRC specialist Marcel Getz said—as fire agencies prepare for wildfire season.

The Montana Department of Corrections will host open houses and a re-entry simulation at its new Flathead Valley Re-entry Center ahead of its late October opening—community members can tour the facility on Oct.

22 from 6 to 8 p.m. and join a simulation from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.—while employers are invited on Oct. 23 to learn about hiring opportunities for re-entry participants.

Kalispell Public Works will begin collecting leaves on October 20 and asks residents to rake leaves two feet from the curb before their scheduled day.

City officials warn that weather, high leaf volumes, and equipment issues may change the collection schedule—residents should follow posted guidelines.

Gaelic Storm Live Performance

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Tickets available — Experience the energetic Celtic tunes of Gaelic Storm returning to Kalispell after their inaugural show!

The Tallest Man on Earth Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Ticket details not specified — Experience the captivating raw voice and musical prowess of Kristian Matsson, known as The Tallest Man on Earth.

Pumpkin Carving Event

5-8 p.m. — Mountain Brook Community Center — Dinner Included — A fun evening of pumpkin carving and spooky crafts for kids and families.

NRA Finals Rodeo

7-8:30 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Ticket information available — Experience the thrilling competition and celebration of Western culture at Montana's premier rodeo event.

NRA Finals Rodeo

1-2:30 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Tickets available — Experience heart-pounding rodeo action with top contestants competing for prestigious titles.

The Grand Event: Venture Boldly

5-8:30 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Kalispell — Sponsorship opportunities available — Experience a reimagined Grand Event that puts you at the center of the excitement.

Glacier Symphony: The Poetry of Meaning Concert

7:30 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Tickets required — Experience the profound connection between music and poetry in an enchanting choral performance.

An Evening with David Sedaris

7-8:30 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Tickets available — Experience the wit and humor of America's master satirist.

Fall Food & Wine Festival

4-8 p.m. — Harbor Grille — Enjoy curated wines paired with hors d’oeuvres at this festive autumn celebration.