Santa’s elves and Mrs. Claus will be handing out treats and refreshments, and kids will have the chance to tell Santa what’s on their Christmas list this year.

Our annual membership sale will start at 10am and will run through December 13th.

This event is free to members and to non-members with paid admission.

But wait… there’s more! Our friends at the Great Northern Carousel will be offering free rides from 10am-1pm, $25 punch cards, a coloring contest, and $25 off all party bookings made that day.

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WHAT WE’LL EXLORE
The virtue of friendship was highly valued in ancient Greek philosophy, from the early Pythagorean fellowships, through nearly every major philosophical school and tradition, down to the final synthesis of these various schools in the Athenian Academy, more than 1,000 years after Pythagoras. In between, Aristotle devotes two out of the ten books of his Nicomachean Ethics entirely to the topic of friendship — far more space than he gives to any of the other virtues.

In this evening’s program, we’ll explore some of the core concepts in Aristotle’s account of friendship. We’ll consider the various goals toward which friendship might be directed, the need for true friends to be of good ethical character, and the conditions under which friendship can flourish.

Finally, we’ll follow Aristotle in asking whether friendship can arise only among equals, or whether it’s possible for people of very different status to be friends as well. Can a parent truly be a friend to her child, a teacher to his students, or a ruler to her subjects? Rather than a mere all-or-nothing account, we’ll be able to consider the question in terms of what it would take for genuine friendship to exist amidst such disparities of power, authority, or other human differences.

And throughout all these themes, we’ll be building a robust picture of what it takes to become, and to remain, a true friend.

WORKSHOP DISCUSSION STRUCTURE
Our discussion will be centered around some short extracts from Aristotle’s writings on friendship in Books VIII and IX of the Nicomachean Ethics, which we’ll read aloud together during the session. These should, in turn, provide the springboard for robust reflection, critique, and self-examination as we examine Aristotle’s arguments and their applicability to our own lives.

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Highlighting the immense amount of talent in and around Montana, Ho-Ho-Holter offers patrons an opportunity to collect, and purchase handmade work for their private collection or as gifts this holiday season.

This sale spans the Holter Store and fills three galleries with artwork from over 40 local and regional artists and craftspeople, inviting the community to come enjoy, celebrate, give, and collect from artists!

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Show Dates:

Saturday, November 23rd at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, November 24th at 2:00 p.m.

Tickets prices:

VIP table of six $320/VIP table of four $220
* VIP Tables include one Wine, Beer or Non-alcoholic beverage for each guest, programs, and an exclusive Sugar Plum Fairy Nutcracker keepsake.
Box Ticket: $40
Premium Ticket: $35
Select Ticket: $25
Choice Ticket: $20
Economy Ticket: $18 Adult /$15 Student & Senior

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Get ready for the sweetest race in town on October 19th from 11am-12pm! Whether you’re a pro runner or just here for the fun (and donuts), this 1K Fun Run is all about laughs, costumes, and tasty treats along the way. Yes, we’ll have FREE donuts on the route! 😋🍩

Dress to impress and bring your best moves—prizes will be awarded for Best Costume, Funniest Run, Funniest Finish, and to the Donut Hole Run champs! 🎉👟

🎽 Register by October 1st to score your event T-shirt! Registration opens at 10:30am on the day of the run, so come early and get ready to have a blast. Don’t miss this chance to make memories, win prizes, and enjoy a fun-filled day with family and friends! 🎉

👉 Sign up today and run for a great cause—United Way of the Lewis & Clark Area!

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Kick off the 2024 United Way Fun Fest with an unforgettable Family Fun Night on Friday, October 18th from 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM at The Salvation Army Gym!

Bring the whole family for an evening filled with creativity, laughter, and entertainment:
🎈 Learn how to make your own balloon sculptures with hands-on instruction from renowned balloon sculpture artist Neil Sauter!
🍽️ Enjoy a delicious meal together before the fun continues.
🎬 Settle in for a family-friendly movie that everyone will love!

It’s the perfect way to start your weekend of fun while supporting a great cause. Don’t miss this opportunity to bond, create, and have a blast with your loved ones!

🎟️ Tickets are $15 for kids and $20 for adults – Reserve yours now to join in on the fun: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/2024UWLCAFunFest

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Tickets available for purchase starting September 2.

The event is funded in part by a grant from the Montana Office of Tourism and sponsored by the Montana Historical Society.

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