The Lakeside/Somers Chamber of Commerce is hosting its April BASH on April 30 at 4 p.m. at the West Shore Community Library. This event will provide an opportunity to learn about new happenings at the library and network with other businesses in the community. Meanwhile, the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce is organizing its fourth Growth Summit on May 2 from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Red Lion Hotel, aiming to expand conversations and knowledge-building to identify community values, advocacy priorities, and drive solutions for smart and positive growth in Kalispell. Registration for this event is $110 and can be done online at https://kalispellchamber.com/.
On May 8-9, Montana Manufacturing Extension Center will offer Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points Training for Meat Processors and Food Manufacturers at Montana West Economic Development in Kalispell. This training will explain the requirements of the Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation of the Food Safety Modernization Act, and how companies may benefit from creating or updating a HACCP Plan. Training is free but space is limited, so make sure to register online at https://dobusinessinmontana.com/.
The Bigfork Chamber of Commerce is hosting its May Sundowner on May 9 at 5 p.m., which will take place at Tall Pine in Bigfork, providing an opportunity for business professionals to network and hear about upcoming events in the community