Good morning, Great Falls.

Great Falls Community Food Bank will host its Day of Giving on Dec.

9 (at both Albertsons), collecting food and financial contributions to support over 70 local agencies including pantries, shelters, and programs. The event drives food security during the busy holiday season and prepares for lean summer months.

Downtown Great Falls Christmas Stroll is set for today from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. — featuring arts and food vendors, music, and a Polar Plunge at 7 p.m. at Fourth Street and Central Avenue — which will raise funds for Special Olympics Montana.

Great Falls Rescue Mission announced Carrie Matter will become its new executive director in April — she is the first woman to lead the organization, succeeding Jim McCormick after 15 years.

The Great Falls Ski Patrol will use its biggest fundraiser of the year to cover training and equipment costs (supporting 40 to 50 patrollers) as the Banff Mountain Film Festival screens adventure films on Jan.

9 at 6 p.m. at Great Falls High School Davidson Auditorium.

Brandon Horrocks, one of six candidates for the new conductor, will lead the nearly sold-out Great Falls Symphony Christmas concert on Dec.

7 with the orchestra & choir. His program will feature both classic carols and unique pieces to engage local audiences.

Sacajawea Elementary hosted its annual school plunge on Thursday, where students donating $100 were doused with ice-cold water for Special Olympics Montana.

The event raised $6,200 and links to the Polar Plunge at Downtown Christmas Stroll on Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. near Gills Point Tire and Auto.

After months of appeals, the federal Department of Agriculture said farmers and ranchers will get a bridge payment by year-end amid record-high supply costs + reduced market options, and Montana farmers await more details.

Great Falls Fire Rescue reminds residents to keep live Christmas trees watered and plug lights directly into wall outlets (avoid stacking power strips) to prevent fires.

The agency also advises cutting 2 inches from the tree trunk and placing trees at least three feet from heat sources.

Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems Admin II Training Class

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Great Falls College Montana State University — $1890 — Enhance your Linux skills with hands-on training in Great Falls, MT.

Russell Varsity Basketball vs. Flathead

2:00 – 3:15 PM — C.M. Russell High School — Ticket prices may vary — Cheer on the Russell varsity basketball team as they face off against Flathead in a thrilling non-conference game.

December Wine Pairing Dinner

6-9 p.m. — Enbar Craft Cocktail Lounge — $95 per person — Delight in a full-course meal expertly paired with exquisite wines from Cline Family Cellars.

The Very Arbitrary Book Club for December

2-3 p.m. — Great Falls Public Library — Free entry — Engage in a lively discussion of 'Small...' with Dan and Amanda.

Toddler Time for December

10:30-11:15 a.m. — Great Falls Public Library — Free entry — Engage toddlers with songs, stories, and playtime to build early literacy skills.

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