Books, readings
M.F.A. Thesis reading featuring Tim Coffield and Kim Henderson, 7 p.m., Top Hat, 123 W. Front.
Dance
UM's Department of Drama/Dance Annual Spring Dance Concert, 7:30 p.m., Montana Theatre of the Performing Arts and Radio/Television Center. Tickets $15 adults, $12 students with Griz Cards or seniors and $5 for children under 12. Call 243-4581.
Music
UM Student Recital featuring Fred Crase, composition, 7:30 p.m., UM Music Recital Hall. Free and open. Info: 243-6880.
Theatre
UM Department of Drama/Dance presents “Big Love,” 7:30 p.m., Masquer Theatre for the Performing Arts and Radio/Television Center. Tickets and info: 243-4581.
MCT Community Theatre presents “Oklahoma!” 8 p.m., MCT Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets and info: 728-1911 Ext. 236.
Potpourri
Media Arts First Year Graduate Movies, 2-5 p.m. and 6-9 p.m., University Center Theatre. Free and open to the public. Call 243-4540.
Traveler's Rest Chapter of the Lewis and Clark Trail Heritage Foundation's 20th anniversary celebration, 7 p.m., Lolo Community Center. Featured addresses by Harry Fritz, Stephanie Ambrose Tubbs and Hal Stearns.
Friday, May 4
Art
Sci-Fi Extravaganza, interactive art exhibit for kids and their parents, presented by MCAT's MovieClub, 7 p.m., MCAT, 500 N. Higgins Ave.
515 hosts DIY Bizzare: homemade crafts, art and wearables by locals and an art show by Max, part of First Friday, 515 S. Higgins Ave. Call 327-1515.
Jamie Lynn Photography, Fine Art, Portraits and Gallery, 715 Kensington, Suite 8, open house, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Several photogaphers featured. Works include wildlife, landscapes and black and white fine art.
Books, readings
M.F.A. Thesis readings by Molly McDonald and Elisabeth Benjamin, 7 p.m., The Stensrud Building, 314 N. First St.
Dance
UM's Department of Drama/Dance Annual Spring Dance Concert, 7:30 p.m., Montana Theatre of the Performing Arts and Radio/Television Center. Tickets $15 adults, $12 students with Griz Cards or seniors and $5 for children under 12. Call 243-4581.
Rocky Mountain Ballet Theatre presents a concert of new work, 7:30 p.m., Wilma Theatre. A silent auction will be held at 6 p.m. in the Red Room/Green Room. Tickets $17 adults, $12 children under 12 and seniors. Call 549-5155.
Elenita Brown Dancers perform “Beyond Borders and Time,” 7 p.m., North Valley Library, 208 Main St., Stevensville. Free. Donations welcome.
Music
Discount Quartet with Barrett Meigs and Steve Kalling, 6:30 p.m., 515 at 515 S. Higgins Ave. Info: 327-1515.
Larry Hirshberg, guitarist, folk, 8-10 p.m., Symes Hot Springs Hotel.
John Gorka, 8 p.m., Hamilton Performing Arts Center. Call 375-6074 or visit www.hamiltonpac.org.
Phil Vassar in concert, Adams Event Center. Tickets $34 floor, $26 upper level, on sale at all GrizTix outlets including the Adams Center Box Office, Student Union Building, Southgate Mall, Wardens Market, Aaron's Furniture, www.griztix.com or 1-888-MONTANA.
Theater
UM Department of Drama/Dance presents “Big Love,” 7:30 p.m., Masquer Theatre for the Performing Arts and Radio/Television Center. Tickets and info: 243-4581.
MCT Community Theatre presents “Oklahoma!” 8 p.m., MCT Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets and info: 728-1911 Ext. 236.
Saturday, May 5
Art
Potsketch 2007 Auction gala, 5, 6:30-10 p.m., Florence Building in downtown Missoula. Tickets $45 per person, $80 per couple, $320 per table of eight, available at Butterfly Herbs, 232 N. Higgins, or at the Clay Studio, 1106 Hawthorne Suite A.
Books, readings
M.F.A. Thesis readings featuring Rachel Weaver and Annie Nguyen, 7 p.m., The Stensrud Building, 314 N. First St.
Beth Judy coloring party, “Medicinal Plants of North America Flora Delaterre Coloring Book,” 11 a.m., Fact & Fiction 220 N. Higgins Ave. Call 721-2881.
Doug White signs copies of his books, “Family Friendly” Jake Winters Series and the 5th book in the series, “The Separation.” 1-4 p.m., Hastings, 3100 Brooks St.
Dance
UM's Department of Drama/Dance Annual Spring Dance Concert, 7:30 p.m., Montana Theatre of the Performing Arts and Radio/Television Center. Tickets $15 adults, $12 students with Griz Cards or seniors and $5 for children under 12. Call 243-4581.
Rocky Mountain Ballet Theatre presents a concert of new work, 7:30 p.m., Wilma Theatre. Tickets $17 adults, $12 children under 12 and seniors. Call 549-5155.
Missoula Folklore Society contra dance, 8-11 p.m., Union Hall, 28 E. Main St. Beginner's workshop, 7:30 p.m. Band, River City Ranglers; caller Mark Matthews.
Kid's stuff
Fancy Nancy and Posh Puppy storytime with guest poodle Emma, 2 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 2640 N. Reserve St. Info: 721-1117.
Saturday Kids Activities, 2 p.m., Montana Natural History Center, 120 Hickory St. “Bugs on Rugs,” for ages 5 and up (must be accompanied by adult). Free with admission. Call 327-0405.
Music
Alan Lane Band, classic rock and folk, 8-10 p.m., Symes Hot Springs Hotel.
The Meritage String Quartet season finale concert, 8 p.m., University Congregational Church, 405 University Ave. Program is in collaboration with violist Sam Taylor. Tickets available at the door, $15 adults, $5 children, 10 and under free. Call (406) 585-1758.
Theater
UM Department of Drama/Dance presents “Big Love,” 7:30 p.m., Masquer Theatre for the Performing Arts and Radio/Television Center. Tickets and info: 243-4581.
MCT Community Theatre presents “Oklahoma!” 2 and 8 p.m., MCT Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets and info: 728-1911 Ext. 236.
Potpourri
Free Comic Book Day, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Muse Comics, 2100 Stephens No. 107, phone 543-9944 and 323 N. Higgins Ave., phone 549-2430.
15th annual Garden City BrewFest, noon-8 p.m., Caras Park. Entertainment by LP & the Federales, ShowDown and Reverend Slanky. Call 543-4238.
Documentary film festival featuring the work of students currently enrolled in the UM Media Arts Program, 515, 515 S. Higgins Ave. Call 327-1515.
Valley Farmer's Market Co-op, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Bedford Street, Hamilton. Music by Quackgrass.
Daly Mansion's Sixth Annual Kentucky Derby Gala, 2-5 p.m. $60. Horse Calcutta, music, entertainment and auction. Call 363-6004 Ext. 2.
Blackfoot Peacemakers Quilt Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Potomac/Greenough Community Center. $2 admission.
Mission Mountain Winery annual Red Wine and Chocolate event, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Highway 93, Dayton.
Clark Fork River Market, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., east side of Higgins Ave. bridge.
Missoula Figure Skating Club presents “Tropical Heat,” music and performances from the tropics, 6:30 p.m., Glacier Ice Rink, Missoula County Fairgrounds. Admission $8, $4 for children 12 and under.
Sunday, May 6
Books/readings
Doug White signs copies of his books, “Family Friendly” Jake Winters Series and the 5th book in the series, “The Separation.” 1-4 p.m., Hastings, 3100 Brooks St.
Music
Rocky Mountainaires Barbershop Chorus annual variety show featuring The Singing Sons of Beaches, Frenchtown High School “Accidentals” (matinee), and Hellgate High School “Chevaliers (evening), UM Music Recital Hall. Matinee, 2 p.m., $10; evening show, 7:30 p.m., $12. Over 65, $2 discount. Tickets available at Rockin Rudy's, from a Barbershopper or at the door. Call 327-0200 or 721-4499.
Spring concert performance presented by the Montana A Cappella Society, 2 p.m. Ravalli County Museum, 205 Bedford St., Hamilton. Call 363-5778.
Theater
MCT Community Theatre presents “Oklahoma!” 2 and 6:30 p.m., MCT Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets and info: 728-1911 Ext. 236.
Potpourri
“Saragossa Manuscript,” directed by Wojciech Has, 7 p.m., Crystal Theatre, 515 S. Higgins Ave. $5 suggested donation. Call 327-1515.
Blackfoot Peacemakers Quilt Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Potomac/Greenough Community Center. $2 admission.
Monday, May 7
Kid's stuff
Storytime, 10 a.m., Barnes and Noble, 2640 N. Reserve St.
Potpourri
Scrabble Club, 6:30 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main. Call 721-0387.
“Oh No Lolo,” a film advocating protection of Lolo Peak from a proposed ski resort, 7:30 p.m., Missoula Children's Theatre. $6 suggested donation. Call 728-1341.
Tuesday, May 8
Books, readings
Henrietta Goodman book signing, 7 p.m., Shakespeare & Co., 103 S. Third St. W.
Book Discussion Group, 7 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St.
Kid's stuff
Storytime, 10 a.m., Barnes and Noble, 2640 N. Reserve St.
Music
Sentinel High School Jazz Bands perform, 7:30 p.m., Sentinel High School Margaret Johnson Theatre.
Sweet Wednesday featuring Dave Falk and Lisa Houseman, 7 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. Also performing is David Boone.
Wednesday, May 9
Art
Showing of art work from all elementary and some middle school students in the Hamilton School District, 6-8 p.m., Bedford Building, Second and Bedford streets, Hamilton.
Music
Discount Quartet with Barrett Meigs and Steve Kalling, 6:30 pm., 515 at 515 S. Higgins Ave. Info: 327-1515.
2nd Wednesday: Sound, Soup & Sanctuary - The Basement Boys: Jeff Stickney (trumpet), Dave Horgan (recent inductee to the Missoula Jazz Hall of Fame, guitar), Pete Hand (bass), Richard Ostheimer (drums); Selections by Bill Evans, Miles Davis, Jerome Kerns, Peter Bernstein; 12:10 p.m. (soup and bread luncheon to follow at 12:30). Free-will offering. University Congregational Church 405 University Ave. Info: 543-6952.
Theater
MCT Community Theatre presents “Oklahoma!” 8 p.m., MCT Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets and info: 728-1911 Ext. 236.
Potpourri
Media Arts Undergraduate Digital Art/Design and Video Production Showcase, 6-9 p.m., University Center Theatre. Free and open to the public. Call 243-4540.
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