Southwest Montana Snapshot 2019

2019

SNAPSHOT SOUTHWEST MONTANA

A RESIDENT’S GUIDE

A SPECIAL PUBLICATION OF THE BOZEMAN DAILY CHRONICLE

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WELCOME TO THE GALLATIN VALLEY!

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ozeman is booming, and for good reason. Residents like to keep our gem of a town under wraps, but the secret’s getting out, and Bozeman’s growing in new and exciting ways. The city is regularly featured on Top 10 Lists — “Top 10 College Towns” by Forbes, “Best Places to Reboot Your Life,” “Top 10 Places to Live Now.” The list could go on and on. Located in one of the most picturesque, wide, open states in the country, it’s no wonder Bozeman is vibrant, desirable and growing.

With two renowned national parks and diverse wildlife, its landscape is untamed and unmatched.

We’re not surprised you’ve decided to move here. Montana’s big, blue skies are enough to draw someone to it. We may be biased, but we think the Gallatin Valley’s the best place to live under that sky. We have top-notch school districts, embrace all things farm-to-table organic, and our arts community is thriving. It’s a town that celebrates and lives in the outdoors, with plenty of world-class skiing and ice climbing, not to mention mountain biking, hiking, backpacking and fishing in the summer. We’re kind of a big deal.

Actually, each year, we become a bigger deal. According to the Census Bureau, Bozeman is the fastest growing micropolitan area in the country, and it has been for a few years. The median age of the town’s population is 27.6, and every other adult has a college degree. In our thriving downtown, you will find about 300 locally-owned businesses, including restaurants, clothing and jewelry stores, art galleries, outdoor outfitters and gift shops. The city is the regional shopping hub for a 90-mile radius, home to a growing technology sector, a top national research university (Montana State University), exceptional museums and organizations and a first-rate hospital.

Life in the Gallatin Valley is sometimes fast, sometimes slow. We’ll hike to Sacajawea Peak in the morning, then hunker down at a brewery with friends in the evening. You’ll find active thrill-seekers looking to live every minute of their life to the fullest. We have breweries, concert venues, theaters, late-night spots and monthly city-wide celebrations. The moment we step outside, we’re greeted by beautiful mountain views and miles and miles of national forests. Hopping in the car and driving to Yellowstone, or a quick hike in Hyalite Canyon at a moment’s notice is always an option. Parks and trails lead you directly from downtown to the mountains, a special connection we don’t take for granted.

Snapshot, our newcomer’s guide to the area, will help you navigate your way through the Gallatin Valley. In this publication, you’ll find information on all our parks, public schools, licensed officials, entertainment and more. Welcome. We know you’re going to absolutely love it here.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS EDUCATION ..........................................

YOUR PARKS ........................................

KNOW YOUR DOWNTOWN .....................

MILES OF MOUNTAINS ...........................

FOR YOUR FURRY FRIEND ......................

GETTING FROM POINT A TO POINT BOZEMAN ..............................

STAYING HEALTHY .................................

GETTING INVOLVED ...............................

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YOUR GOVERNMENT..............................

MAKE THE MOST OF OUR MUSEUMS ................................

DRINK LIKE A LOCAL .............................

FINDING YOUR NEW HOME ....................

BELIEVE IT! ...........................................

SNAPSHOT SOUTHWEST MONTANA

A RESIDENT’S GUIDE

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Abby Lynes Chronicle Staff

DESIGN & LAYOUT:

Christine Dubbs

PHOTOGRAPHY BY:

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To talk to a registered nurse about health questions after hours, call HealthLine at (406) 255-8400 or 1-800-252-1246, available 24/7.

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the Gallatin Valley has exploded, so have its school districts. Bozeman schools regularly set enrollment records, hitting 6,995 students in fall 2018. That’s spread across eight K-5 elementary schools, two grade 6-8 middle schools and one grade 9-12 high school with with an alternative Bridger Charter Academy program. In May, voters passed a $125 million bond issue to build a second high school in Bozeman and make improvements to the current Bozeman High School. The second high school is currently under construction, slated to open in fall 2020.

Both schools will house about 1,500 students.

New boundaries for Hyalite, Meadowlark, Emily Dickinson and Whittier elementary schools went into effect in fall 2018, so new students will want to familiarize themselves with those changes. In 2013, Bozeman opened Meadowlark Elementary, its eighth elementary school. Meadowlark became the fastestgrowing and largest school, with 530 students as of fall 2018. Current elementary schools are expected to reach capacity by 2023. To address the issue, voters approved purchasing land for two new elementary school sites last May. No decisions have been made on where to build the next to school or when to ask voters to approve a bond issue to pay for it.

Despite the challenges that come with responding to record growth, Bozeman Public Schools have continued to receive national recognition awards. Bozeman High School has been included in Newsweek Magazine’s annual list of America’s Best High Schools since 2003. Not to mention, Newsweek has ranked BHS among the top three percent of high schools in the nation. BHS was named one of the outstanding schools in America. In 2014, the Bozeman Public School District was recognized by the College Board as one of the 547 school districts in the United States and Canada where students have the best records in college-level Advanced Placement exams. Bozeman’s Longfellow Elementary School received a 2014 National Blue Ribbon Schools award for its students’ high levels of achievement and was recently named on the list of the 50 best public elementary schools in the country.

copyrights, PVPs and trademarks issued, over 700 IP agreements completed and more than 60 company startups and spinouts. It is Montana’s largest research enterprise and leads the nation in research about Yellowstone National Park. Carnegie Classification noted the university for its significant commitment to community engagement, and it is also the top ranked college or university in Montana, according to Forbes’ 2016 college ranking. MSU’s Bozeman facilities include its newest building, Norm Asbjornson Hall, which houses MSU’s Norm Asbjornson College of Engineering and the Honors College. MSU facilities also include recently-constructed Jake Jabs Hall, home of the Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship; the Plant Growth Center, with more than 30 greenhouses; the Museum of the Rockies; and the headquarters for Montana PBS television and KGLT alternative public radio. MSU also boats some of the finest athletic facilities in the Northwest, and recently released a 20-year master plan to revamp Bobcat Stadium. Soon, football operations will take place at Bobcat Stadium as opposed to the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, allowing for academic services and athletic training.

Known nationally for their business and engineering astuteness, nursing and teaching knowledge and pre-med success, MSU students are high achievers. Its student-to-teacher ratio is 19 to one, with 43 percent of classes having fewer than 20 students.

For more information, call (406) 994-2452 or visit montana.edu

MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY:

GALLATIN COLLEGE:

In 2018, Montana State University celebrated its 125th anniversary by breaking enrollment records for the 11th consecutive year. There are 16,902 students, with more than 225 academic programs, including 60 baccalaureate degree fields. In 2018, around 60 percent of students were from Montana, the second highest portion of Montana-enrolled students in the school’s history. Popular majors at the school include engineering, architecture, nursing, education and business and marketing.

Gallatin College MSU is southwest Montana’s two-year college, offering associate degrees and oneyear professional certificates. The school is quickly growing — its enrollment has nearly doubled in the past five years. Programs include aviation, business management, interior design, design drafting, CNC Machining, photonics and laser technician, welding, medical assisting, health information coding, culinary arts, and bookkeeping, plus high school dual enrollment and development education. Gallatin College offers classes throughout the Bozeman community and region. Students may take classes at four locations. Contact Gallatin College at (406) 994-5536 or visit gallatin.montana.edu

Ranked nationally for high research activity, MSU has has collaborated with faculty, researchers, and universities, and partnered with industry to get more than 600 technologies managed, 400 patents,

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BOZEMAN SCHOOLS:

The offices of the Bozeman Public Schools are at the Willson Auditorium, 404 W. Main St., (406) 522-6000. The district serves more than 6,900 students in 11 school sites: eight K-5 elementary schools, two middle schools, one high school and one charter program. Rob Watson is the superintendent of schools.

BOZEMAN HIGH SCHOOL (2): Bozeman High School serves more than 2,200 students on a 54-acre campus, making it the largest high school in Montana by enrollment size. When Bozeman’s second high school opens to students, however, each school would have space for 1,500 students.

Learning experiences offered at BHS are diverse and academically challenging. Bozeman sports and academic teams, scholars and athletes alike regularly win awards at state levels. The school aims to make every student and staff member feel valued and respected. BHS is known for its Advanced Placement courses, and Career and Technical Education classes include BioMed, business education, woods, welding and autoshop. Activities offered include speech and debate, cross country, football, basketball, golf, tennis, track, softball, volleyball, swimming, wrestling and soccer. There is a College and Career Center to help students get ready for college and careers beyond graduation, and it helps students with financial aid and scholarships. The BHS Hawks are in Division AA, the biggest in Montana. Music and fine arts classes include band, choir, orchestra, music theory, drawing, painting, ceramics, graphic design, drama and dance. 205 N. 11th Ave., (406) 522-6200, bhs.bsd7.org.

NEW BOZEMAN HIGH SCHOOL (13): In May 2017, voters approved a $125 million bond to build a second high school on land north of Meadowlark Elementary, remodel the current high school and upgrade Van Winkle Stadium, so it may be shared between the two schools. The high school is under construction now and will be ready by August 2020. It’s expected to cost $93 million and have about 300,000 square feet, a large student commons, a 2,500-seat competition gym and 750-seat auditorium.

In drawing boundary lines, school district leaders have worked to ensure the two schools are fairly equal socioeconomically, anticipating 1,286 students attending BHS and 1,143 at the second high school in 2020. Leaders are considering factors like average household income, AP test scores, percentages of minority students, and percentage of rural students, among other factors.

BRIDGER ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM: The right education for the right student at the right time.

A publicly-funded, independent charter school, Bridger works to inspire every student to succeed. Students looking for a nontraditional route to graduation and success after high school can find it at Bridger Charter Academy. The school offers personalized instruction, flexible scheduling, small classrooms and a learning community focused on academic, personal and social growth. 205 N. 11th Ave., andy.maheras@bsd7.org, (406) 5226100, sms.bsd7.org.

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MIDDLE SCHOOLS: CHIEF JOSEPH MIDDLE SCHOOL (3): Make Connections. Make a Difference. Make Learning Real.

Chief Joseph Middle School aims to promote academic excellence and social responsibility in a safe learning community, with all students guided to their maximum potential. More than 700 students attend the school, in sixth through eighth grade.

4255 Kimberwicke St., (406) 522-6300, cjms.bsd7.org.

SACAJAWEA MIDDLE SCHOOL (4): A compassionate community that honors grit and celebrates growth to face the future with a level head and a clear eye.

Opened in 1996, Sacajawea Middle School enrolls more than 700 students. The staff works to provide appropriate academic challenges for all the support necessary for individual success, and to instill a lifelong love of learning. 3525 S. 3rd Ave., (406) 522-6400, sms.bsd7.org.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS: EMILY DICKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (5): Bright Beginnings.

At Emily Dickinson, the school community works together to educate the whole child, putting an emphasis on the importance of a growth mindset and fostering perseverance in learning new skills and concepts. A special place at the school is Emily’s Garden, where trees, native plants, a small waterfall and an amphitheater extend learning outdoors. Emily Dickinson saw boundary changes that went into effect in fall 2018, so parents will want to familiarize themselves with those. 2435 Annie St., (406) 522-6650, ed.bsd7.org.

HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY (6): Celebrating Children and the Arts Hawthorne Elementary fosters lifelong learning for every student in an environment that is artistically rich, integrating creativity, critical thinking, communication and collaboration into all curricular areas. Guidelines for success include active learning, respect, teamwork and safety. 405 East Mendenhall St., (406) 522-6700, ha.bsd7.org.

HYALITE ELEMENTARY (7): Outdoor Education - No Child Left Inside Opened in 2009, Hyalite Elementary provides a full range of programs to ensure that students are learning in school and in the great outdoors. The school has garden plots for each grade level, and students take field trips to nearby ponds in Hyalite Canyon. The staff follows Larry Lezotte’s Effective Schools Research. Hyalite also saw boundary changes in fall 2018, so parents will want to familiarize themselves with those. 3600 West Babcock St., (406) 582-6800, hy.bsd7.org.

IRVING ELEMENTARY (8): Unity through Diversity Located north of MSU, Irving Elementary embraces families and students from many cultures, nationalities and economic backgrounds. The school teaches and practices respect, social equality, tolerance, understanding and responsibility for oneself and others. 811 W. Alderson St., (406) 522-6600, ir.bsd7.org.

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LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY (9): C.A.R.E.S. Cooperates. Accepts. Respects. Encourages. Shares.

Belgrade School District offices are located at 312 North Weaver St. For more information, visit bsd44.org or call (406) 388-6951.

The Longfellow Elementary staff works to promote educational excellence and social responsibility through a caring, studentcentered environment that values the diverse needs of all children. The community is rich in tradition, including the annual ArtWorks celebration and fall Wetlands Festival. 516 S. Tracy Ave., (406) 522-6150.

RIDGE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (1): 476 students. 117 Green Belt Dr., (406) 924-2037, bsd44.org/ridgeview

MEADOWLARK ELEMENTARY (10): Where Your Song Will Soar Opened in 2013, Meadowlark values a safe, healthy environment where all individuals are respected. Collaboration, perseverance, innovation and a lifelong enjoyment of learning are respected and encouraged. The public is invited to visit on Fridays for the Fun Walk and Assembly. 4415 Durston Rd., (406) 582-6860, ml.bsd7.org.

MORNING STAR ELEMENTARY (11): Learning Today for Tomorrow Named after Northern Cheyenne Chief Morning Star, the school aims to promote academic achievement, fostering creative problem-solving, respect for others and developing a sense of personal responsibility for self and the community. The staff uses the Multi-Tiered System of Support for all students. 830 Arnold St., (406) 522-6500, ms.bsd7.org.

WHITTIER ELEMENTARY (12): A Wonderful Place to Grow At Whittier, Educational technology is a major focus, and staff enjoy constantly putting more of it in students’ hands to prepare them for the future. Whittier uses the Olweus model, and the school rules, which are Be Safe, Be kind and Be Sure to Mind, to promote a bully-free environment. 511 North 5th St., (406) 5226750, wh.bsd7.org

BELGRADE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Another quickly-growing district adjacent to Bozeman, Belgrade schools consists of 3,362 students, with one high school, one middle school for fifth through eighth graders and three K-4 elementary schools. In July 2018, Godfrey Saunders became superintendent. Students in the district consistently perform well on pre-college tests, score above other Montana and national students in math and English testing and take more dual-credit or Advanced Placement classes than the state average. The district offers various classes and extracurricular activities for all.

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HECK-QUAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (2): 473 students. 308 N. Broadway Ave., (406) 388-4104, bsd44.org/heckquaw SADDLE PEAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (3): 470 students. 400 Jackrabbit Rd., (406) 924-2760, bsd44.org/saddlepeak BELGRADE MIDDLE SCHOOL (4): 1,079 students. 410 Triple Crown Rd., (406) 388-1309, bsd44.org/middleschool BELGRADE ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL: 189 Arden Dr., (406) 580-5372, bsd44.org/alternativehighschool BELGRADE HIGH SCHOOL (5): 901 students. 303 North Hoffman St., (406) 388-6862

LIVINGSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS:

The Livingston Public Schools district serves over 1,400 students in high school, middle school, two elementary schools and a kindergarten. The superintendent is Donald Viegut. In partnership with the community, Livingston Public Schools provide the opportunity for a safe environment for all students to learn the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to become lifelong learners and contributing citizens in a diverse society. Livingston students score above the national average on national tests such as the California Test of Basic Skills, and Park High School graduates consistently score above both the state and national averages on the American College Test. Since 1979, 21 Park High School students have been National Merit commended students, semi-finalists or finalists. Livingston Public School district offices are located at 132 South B St. For more information, visit livingston.k12.mt.us or call (406) 222-0861.

WINANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (1): Grades one through two, 1015 West Clark St., (406) 222-0192.

EAST SIDE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (2): Grades three through five, 401 View Vista Dr., (406) 222-1773.

SLEEPING GIANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (3): Grades six through eight, 301 View Vista Dr., (406) 222-3292.

WASHINGTON SCHOOL KINDERGARTEN (5): Age three and older preschool, age five after Sept. 10 kindergarten, 315 North 8th St., (406) 222-1231.

KIDSLINK AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM:

Greater Gallatin United Way kidsLINK Afterschool was established in 1997 to keep children and rural communities safe after school while their parents finished the work day. Today, kidsLINK has expanded to 31 school-based/linked locations across four counties and serves over 1,700 children every day.

Its success is the result of strong partnerships with schools, school districts, MSU, Gallatin County 4-H and other local organizations.

The program provides quality, affordable programming and care to support busy families, tutoring and homework support, nutritious snacks and daily physical activities. kidsLINK Afterschool Communities include Amsterdam, Belgrade, Big Sky, Bozeman, Gardiner Livingston, Manhattan, Three Forks and West Yellowstone. For more information, visit greatergallatinunitedway.org/kidsLINK or call (406) 587-2194.

OTHER AREA SCHOOLS: ANDERSON SCHOOL: Grades K-8, 10040 Cottonwood Rd., Bozeman, (406) 587-1305, andersonmt.org.

MANHATTAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Grades K-12, 416 North Broadway St., Manhattan, (406) 284-6460, manhattan.schoolwires.com.

MONFORTON SCHOOL: Grades K-8, 6001 Monforton School Rd., Four Corners/Bozeman, (406) 586-1557, monfortonschool.org.

GALLATIN GATEWAY SCHOOL: Grades K-8, 100 Mill St., Gallatin Gateway, (406) 763-4415, gallatingatewayschool.com LAMOTTE SCHOOL: Grades K-8, 841 Bear Canyon Rd., Bozeman, (406) 586-2838, lamotteschool.com

HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL: A nondenominational, evangelical K-12 school.

4310 Durston Rd., (406) 587-9311, heritage-christian.org.

BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL: Bozeman Field School is a private secular high school.

2339 Birdie Dr., (406) 577-2492, bozemanfieldschool.org.

MANHATTAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL: Grades K-12. 800 Churchill Rd., Manhattan, (406) 282-7261, manhattanchristian.org.

CHILD CARE: Child Care Connections is a child care resource and referral agency for Gallatin, Park, Meagher, Broadwater, Jefferson and Lewis and Clark counties. 1143 Stoneridge Dr., (406) 587-7786 or 1 (800) 962-0418, bozemanccc.org.

ART & ADULT EDUCATION IN BOZEMAN: EMERSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS & CULTURE: Offers classes year-round for all ages. 11 South Grand Ave., (406) 587-9797, theemerson.org.

BOZEMAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM: Serves students 16 years and older in need of high school equivalency, college prep and/or workforce pursuits. Its Community Education Program includes a variety of evening education classes. Its Traffic Education Program provides Montana’s approved program for young drivers. (406) 522-6012, bsd7.org/ community/adulted.

MSU EXTENSION: MSU Extension offers educational opportunities in agriculture and natural resources, community development, family and consumer sciences and 4-H youth development. (406) 994-1750, msuextension.org.

IN LIVINGSTON: ADULT & COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAM: Offers wide-ranging night classes taught by community members. (406) 220-2083, livingstonace.org.

THREE FORKS PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Grades Pre-K-12, 212 East Neal St., Three Forks, (406) 285-3224, tfschools.com.

BIG SKY SCHOOL DISTRICT: Grades K-12, 45465 Gallatin Rd., Gallatin Gateway, (406) 995-4281, bssd72.org.

AREA PRIVATE SCHOOLS: MOUNT ELLIS ACADEMY: Boarding high school focusing on identifying individual gifts and preparing students for college. 3641 Bozeman Trail Rd., (406) 587-5178, mtellis.org.

HEADWATERS ACADEMY: A private, independent middle school for grades six through eight. 418 West Garfield St., (406) 585-9992, headwatersacademy.org.

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ozeman Parks and Recreation maintains and improves 42 public parks and 52 miles of trails, sports fields, and open space within the city limits. Many HOAs are responsible for the maintenance of their neighborhood city parks. Bozeman passed a Trails, Open Space and Parks bond in 2012, aiming to improve and develop trails, sports fields, open-space land, parks, natural areas and water quality.

BOZEMAN PARKS & RECREATION’S TOP PROGRAM: The TOP Program, in collaboration with Run Dog Run, GVLT, HAVEN and ERA Landmark realty completed Bozeman Park Expansion, which added nine acres of land to Bozeman Pond Park and built twp picnic shelters, a fenced dog off-leash area for the many dog-lovers of Bozeman, a barrier-free restroom and a paved shared-use path from Huffine to Ravalli.

In 2017, TOP, in partnership with Downtown Bozeman, Friends of Bogart Park, Gallatin Local Water Quality District, GVLT, Greater Gallatin Watershed Council and the State of Montana, finished the Bozeman Creek Enhancement project, realigning Bozeman Creek channel through Bogart Park and installing a new bridge. Downtown Bozeman’s preliminary downtown improvement plans include enhanced emphasis on Bozeman Creek.

The Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department, in cooperation with several local partners, have the following projects in the works.

PATH TO THE M: A 2.1-mile paved bicyclepedestrian path along Montana Highway 86 will connect the Story Mill Spur trail to the “M” trailhead.

A bicycle-pedestrian underpass will be constructed connecting the “M” trail to Drinking Horse Mountain trailhead on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Fish Hatchery Property.

STORY MILL COMMUNITY PARK: In partnership with the City of Bozeman, the Trust for Public Land proposed this project to create a new 60-acre community park. Twenty-five acres of the park are reserved for active use, featuring an 11,000 square-foot Community Center, adventure playground, picnic pavilions, a natural amphitheater, event lawn, teaching garden, restrooms, and parking spaces for more than 150 vehicles. Officials have planned for the remaining 35 acres of the park to feature trails, boardwalks, an enclosed dog off-leash area and an interpretation site. The southern part of the park opened to the public in January 2019 and the grand opening is slated to happen in July.

BOZEMAN SPORTS PARK: East of Flanders Mill Road, between Baxter Lane and West Oak Street, City of Bozeman has a major 80-acre sports field complex in the works. It will feature multi-use sports fields for soccer, lacrosse, rugby, ultimate frisbee and Recreation Division camps, restrooms, concessions,

spectator areas and a central playground.

For more information on these projects and more, visit bozeman.net or gvlt.org/bozeman-trails-openspace-parks-bond-project-updates.

FEATURES OF BOZEMAN’S PARKS: CLIMBING BOULDERS: You can find them at Langhor Park, Bozeman Pond, The East Gallatin Recreation Area, Depot PArk and two at Gallatin County Regional Park.

RESERVE A PARK BUILDING OR PAVILION: The City of Bozeman rents the Beall Center, Lindley Center and Story Mansion for events. Pavilions at Bogert Park, Bozeman Pond, East Gallatin Recreation Area, Kirk Park and Lindley Park may be reserved.

Call (406) 582-2290 for more information.

COMMUNITY GARDENS: There are three community garden areas in Bozeman that have rentable plots during the summer.

Langhor garden has 25 plots. Water spigots are available at each location. Plots are $40, plus a $40 deposit. Gardeners who have rented plots in the past get first dibs in the new gardening season, and will receive gardening paperwork at the end of February/ beginning of March. New gardeners should call (406) 582-2290 to get their name on a waitlist. bozeman. net/government/parks/community-gardens ICE SKATING RINKS: The city builds ice rinks at Beall Park, South Side Park, and Bogart Park in the winter. Traditionally, the opening date is around Christmas, and rink maintenance stops the first week of March. Call the Skating Hotline at (406) 582-2905.

SWIMMING POOLS: The Bozeman Swim Center is open year-round and offers programs including water fitness, lap swimming, recreation swimming and open boating. For fees and schedules, visit bozeman.net/government/ pools/swim-center-indoor.

Bogert Pool is an outdoor pool that opens in June.

Free swim and lap swim are available every day with a 15-minute safety break at 2:45 p.m. and 4:45 p.m.

Children under 14 must be supervised by an adult.

For rates and schedules, visit bozeman.net/government/pools/bogert-pool-outdoor.

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The beautiful parks of Belgrade feature tennis courts, splash parks, baseball facilities, soccer fields, picnic shelters, warming shelters, three seasonal ice skating rinks and playground equipment. For exact locations and descriptions, visit ci.belgrade. mt.us/parks.

LIVINGSTON PARKS & RECREATION:

Livingston’s Recreation Department can be found at the Livingston Civic Center, located at 229 River Drive. The Center also features an arts and crafts room, full court gymnasium, kitchen,

event spaces and houses the administrative Services Team.

Livingston’s Parks and Recreation Department offers several activities for people of all ages. There’s basketball, swimming, roller skating, youth soccer, baseball, softball and more. Every summer, Summerfest Music Festival is held at Miles Park, next door to the Civic Center. Sacajawea Park is a hub of activity, hosting farmer’s markets, an annual Easter egg hunt, and Kids Fishing Derby.

Sacajawea Park features a bandshell where live performances regularly take place in the warmer months. For more information, visit livingstonmontana.org.

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LIVINGSTON PARKS 1. Highground Park - Near Highground Dr. and Reservoir St. 2. Judson Park - Also known as Depot Park along West Park St. 3. Katie Bonnell Park - Corner of “M” St. and Bennett St. 4. Mars Park - Corner of Star Rd. and Polaris Circle 5. Miles Park - East of the Civic Center off River Dr. 6. Mojo Park - Mayor’s Landing 7. Reservoir Park - North of East Reservoir St. 8. Riverside Park - Corner of River Dr. and 10th St. 9. Sacajawea Park - Along Yellowstone and River Dr. 10. Mike Webb Park - Southeast end of “G” St. 11. Jack Weimer Memorial Park - West of Northern Lights Rd.

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ven as Bozeman grows to the west, downtown continues to be the living, breathing heart of the city. Centered around Main Street, it offers everything from westernstyle diners to boutiques to Korean food. You can go into a bar that your parents used to frequent, or you can get a tiki-themed drink at the new speakeasy-style spot. There’s a little something for everyone downtown.

As Bozeman grows, downtown will evolve to meet the changing needs of the city. Downtown Bozeman is working on a Downtown Improvement Plan, which will guide the city in its decision-making for downtown spaces. This could include more bike and pedestrian-friendly streets, more green spaces and denser housing.

But even as downtown changes, its core and all the best things about it remain the same. In the summer, especially, the streets are humming and people are everywhere, visiting shops, eating ice cream, walking around.

Every summer, Downtown Bozeman hosts six weeks of free Music on Main concerts beginning in late June and running until August. It’s family friendly, features a number of food trucks and one of many free-to-thepublic events downtown. Other free events include Summer and Winter Farmer’s Markets, art walks, a bridal walk, Crazy Days (where EVERYTHING is on sale at your favorite stores), Christmas strolls, a car show, Ladies Night, support groups, films, music and art festivals and races — the list could go on and on. Stretching from the public library to the nationally-noted Lark Hotel, downtown has it all.

Even on a boring, rainy day, there’s something to be done on Main Street.

It’s a fun place to walk around, people watch and stop to get a bite to eat.

There’s always something new going on downtown, whether it be a special at a restaurant or a new piece of public artwork out of more than 60 pieces on display. The people are friendly and wine is plentiful.

On Main Street you will find gift shops and clothing stores, museumquality art galleries, multiple theaters and concert venues, a record store, multiple book stores, furniture stores, candy stores, a spice shop, a store for honey lovers, multiple tea and coffee places, plus breweries, a wine shop and a distillery.

Many businesses stay open late into the night. In the summer, restaurants, wine bars and coffee shops put tables on the sidewalks and street performers pop up. It’s the kind of place where you’ll probably run into someone you know or make a new friend. Downtown Bozeman is a special place you won’t want to miss.

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one should live in Bozeman without venturing out into the mountains every chance they get.

With the Bridgers towering over the city to the northeast and the Tobacco Roots to the southwest, to name a few of the surrounding ranges, the area is filled with peaks to summit and trails to blaze. The Gallatin Valley Land Trust, a nonprofit organization that aims to connect people, communities and open land through conservation of working farms, ranches, healthy rivers and wildlife habitat, builds and maintains more than 80 miles of Main Street to the Mountains trails throughout Bozeman.

These trails are taken advantage of on a daily basis by hikers, joggers, cyclists, parents pushing strollers, dogs and school children, maintained by hundreds of volunteers each year. Popular trails nearby include Drinking Horse Mountain, Snowfill Recreation Area and Triple Tree Trail. Those interested in volunteering or getting involved can visit gvlt.org or call (406) 587-8404.

RITES OF PASSAGE:

The first trail that should be on your list is the College “M” Trail. The trail is steep, three miles round trip and has an elevation gain of about 850 feet. There are two ways to get to the top: One is a short, killer half mile, the other is a slightly easier one and a half mile trail. In spring and summer, wildflowers dot the hillside, making for an amazing view. The trail is tough, though short, but it won’t disappoint.

Willing to venture a little further? You won’t have to go far to get to an absolute gem of a hiking area.

Heading south on 19th Avenue, you will come to turnoff for Hyalite Canyon Road. Take the road, and you will be surrounded by stunning scenery and beautiful mountains — you won’t believe how close you are to Bozeman. Flush with waterfalls, Hyalite Canyon is known for its ice climbing in the winter, but it truly has it all: hiking, mountain biking, swimming, fishing, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, any outdoor adventure you can think of. Palisade Falls is a great 1.1-mile hike for beginners and those with kids that leads to an 80-foot waterfall. More experienced, or adventurous, hikers will love the Hyalite Creek Trail to Hyalite Lake, with awe-inspiring views at the top. The 12-mile out and back trail passes several gorgeous waterfalls and scenic views of mountains. You can even hike a few more miles and summit Hyalite Peak after you get to the lake, if feeling energetic enough. Wildlife abounds: Hikers regularly see herds of mountain goats hanging out on nearby cliffs. Make sure to pack a lunch and plenty of water for this hike, along with a can of bear spray. Black bears frequent the area, especially in the spring and fall, and grizzly bears are said to be making a comeback in Hyalite Canyon.

Sourdough Canyon Road leads to Sourdough Canyon Trail which is groomed and maintained by the GVLT. Runners, hikers and bikers enjoy the trail year-round, with cross country skiers frequenting the trail in the winter. An out-and-back trail, it can be as long as you want, though most people turn around after six miles. Those up for a more ambitious hike can make the 10mile trek to Mystic Lake. Dogs are allowed off leash, but you’re encouraged to remember Leave No Trace principles and pick up

after them. Sourdough Creek runs alongside the trail and supplies Bozeman with 40 percent of its drinking water.

Another popular hiking destination is Lava Lake. Driving down Gallatin Canyon on your way to Big Sky, pull of just before the 35 MPH at Lava Lake Trailhead. Looking to cool off on a hot summer day? This is the trail for you. The trail is well-marked and only about three miles, featuring a cold, pristine, beautiful lake at the end. Go for a dip and then dry off on a nearby boulder. Bring your dog, bear spray, plenty of water and snack. Be prepared for a great summer day.

CAMPING & CABIN RENTAL:

If you’re looking for a camping spot, cabin or lookout tower rental, the best piece of advice we could give you is to act fast.

You can find and reserve campsites and cabins in and around the Gallatin Valley using recreation.gov, and spots fill up quickly.

And as the area grows, it will become even more necessary to reserve sites ahead of time. Most details can be found on the website, including location, amenities, check-in and check-out time, whether pets and campfires are allowed and more.

Small cabins with basic amenities like bunk beds and woodburning cook stoves with no electricity or running water are available. These cabins are equipped with vault toilets, but campers should bring their own toilet paper, bedding, garbage bags, flashlights, food, soap and first aid supplies. Reserving the cabins is the easy part, though getting there can be a bit of a challenge.

Some cabins have no motorized access, so campers must hike in.

Dispersed camping, or camping outside a designated campground, is permitted in national forests. This form of camping doesn’t provide services or facilities. Motor Vehicle Use Maps will tell you which roadways allow dispersed camping and how far you are allowed to drive off the road to camp. It is your responsibility to know the fire restrictions in the area, which can change during fire season in late summer and early fall. Human waste must be buried six to eight inches deep and at least 200 feet away from a water source. As always, practice Leave No Trace principles and leave the area looking as if no humans had been there. For more information, visit fs.usda.gov/activity.

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hat would Bozeman be without its dogs? Its residents love their dogs, and the city promotes responsible pet ownership. Bozeman is home to pet toy manufacturing company West Paw Design and has several off-leash dog parks. Dogs are welcome most places, with pet-friendly races, restaurants, shops and events. This is a walk-your-dog town, from the trails to the mountains to downtown. Local veterinarians are prepared to meet your dogs needs in the Gallatin Valley through traditional and holistic care.

IF YOU DON’T HAVE A PET, there’s plenty of op-

IMPORTANT PET INFORMATION:

If your pet escapes, contact Heart of the Valley and Stafford Animal Shelters first thing. Call the Bozeman Daily Chronicle at (406) 582-2600. We will run a seven-day Missing Pet classified ad at no charge.

BOZEMAN REQUIRES ALL DOGS, CATS AND CHICKENS TO BE LICENSED. (Yes, you can have chickens!) Licenses can be purchased at the Finance Department at City Hall, 121 N. Rouse Ave., (406) 582-2303. For more information on chickens, visit bozeman.net/residents/pets/urbanchicken.

FOR PET COMPLAINTS, call (406) 582-2000 in Bozeman,

portunity to find one through the local animal rescue organizations (or simply go hang out with some for an afternoon and try to not take one home):

(406) 223-2197 in Livingston.

HEART OF THE VALLEY ANIMAL SHELTER, 1549 E. Cameron Ridge Rd., Bozeman (406) 388-9399, helps more than 2,500 dogs and cats a year. Visit heartofthevalleyshelter.org for more information.

RUN DOG RUN:

STAFFORD ANIMAL SHELTER IN LIVINGSTON, 3 Business park Rd., (406) 222-2111, accepts every animal in need.

Visit staffordanimalshelter.org for more information.

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TINY TAILS IN MANHATTAN SHELTERS young and tiny dogs and cats in private homes. Visit tinytailsk-9rescue.com for more information.

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LIVINGSTON REQUIRES LICENSES FOR DOGS AND CATS. Get them at city offices at 110 S. B St. This nonprofit advocates for additional off-leash recreational facilities and promotes responsible dog ownership practices, including Lend a Leash kiosks on trails. Visit rdrbozeman.com for more information.

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4 .Cooper Park 5. Gallatin County Regional Park off Oak Street (A portion of this park is off-leash) 6. Maxi Park and West Paw Play Area at Heart of the Valley Animal Shelter

7. Snowfill Recreation Area 8. Sports Complex off Highland Boulevard (Behind Field 4) PARKS ARE CLOSED BETWEEN 11 P.M. AND 5 A.M. DAILY. FOR RULES AND TIPS, VISIT BOZEMAN.NET/RESIDENTS/PETS/ OFF-LEASH-PARKS. S O U T H W E S T M O N TA NA SNA P SHO T

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you’ve never driven on snow before, you’ll learn fast in Bozeman. Be prepared for snow, ice and white-out blizzards. Invest in some good all-weather tires, or better yet, snow tires. Put your phone down and focus on the slick, slippery road.

Not only is it dangerous to text and drive, it’s illegal: Use of handheld electronic devices while driving is prohibited, even at red lights. It’s important to note that decreased speeds in school and park zones are enforced year-round.

Most residential areas near downtown Bozeman lack stop signs at four-way intersections; slow down to 15 mph as you near intersections and yield to vehicles on your right. Drive defensively.

And if you ever find yourself in a pinch and need a ride, Uber and Lyft are in Bozeman. There are also a number of taxi companies to choose from.

If you’re new to the Montana altogether, you must apply for a Montana driver’s license within 60 days. In Bozeman, the driver exam station is at 2005 Gilkerson Dr., Suite B, (866) 450-8034. In Belgrade, 312 W. Main St. Ste. B8, (406) 582-3080.

In Livingston, it’s at 1313 W. Park St., Ste. 8, (866) 450-8034. To switch vehicle title, registration and plates, visit the appropriate county treasurer: Gallatin county, 311 W. Main St. Rm. 104, Bozeman, (406) 582-3080 or Park County, 414 E. Callender St., Livingston, (406) 222-4120.

LOCAL PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:

If you’ve been around Bozeman a few days, you may have noticed yellow busses making their way across the city. Operated by the Human Resource Development Council, the Streamline Bus system offers fare-free, safe, efficient service. Routes provide safe service to and from Bozeman, Belgrade, Four Corners and Livingston, with seasonal routes to Bridger Bowl. Streamline connects with the Skyline Bus System to take passengers to and from Big Sky as well.

In-town routes include the yellow line, orange line, red line and blue line. The green line express runs between MSU, Belgrade and Four Corners. The downtown transfer station, MSU Strand Union Building and Gallatin Valley Mall serve as transfer points between routes. The orange line services Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital, the red line serves Bozeman High School and the blue line serves Bridger Peaks, All lines run Monday to Friday, with modified service on Saturday on the yellow, orange, red and blue lines. Sunday service is available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. All buses are wheelchair accessible and carry up to three bicycles.

There is no service on New Years Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, and service may be halted when temperatures are extremely low. To be notified of schedule changes, service disruptions, weather and traffic delays, download the app RouteShout.

LATE NIGHT ROUTES:

Available Thursdays through Saturdays, 8 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

PARK IT IN BOZEMAN: DOWNTOWN: There are nearly 2,000 on-street spaces providing two hours of free parking downtown. Two lots located of Main Street one on Willson and one on Black, offer two free hours of parking each. So do additional lots at Willson and Mendenhall and Babcock and Rouse.

THE BRIDGER PARK GARAGE: Along Mendenhall between Tracy and Black Avenues, accommodates 435 vehicles for all-day parking. The first two hours are free.

OVERNIGHT PARKING DOWNTOWN: Cars parked in public parking lots or the parking garage after 6 p.m. must be moved by 10 a.m. the next day.

PARKING PERMITS: Those living by Montana State University or Bozeman High School may need an annual residential parking permit, available at City Hall.

48-HOUR VIOLATION: Throughout Bozeman, any vehicle (including cars, trucks, motorcycles, trailers, etc.) parked on a public city street must be moved every 48 hours to facilitate street cleaning, leaf pickup and plowing.

MSU PARKING: There is no free parking on campus. The new public pay-to-park garage is at 7th Avenue and Grant Street.

SENIORS & PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES: If you are older than 59 or have a disability, Galavan, also operated by HRDC, may be a good resource for you. It offers door-todoor transportation in Bozeman Monday to Friday and shuttle service for Belgrade, Manhattan and Three Forks on designated days throughout the week. Registered customerse can call (406) 587-2434 by 3 p.m. the day before a trip to schedule. Call that number for assistance using Streamline, too.

LIVINGSTON SERVICE:

There is commuter service to and from Livingston Monday through Friday, leaving Bozeman at 5:50 a.m. and again at 5:15 p.m. Livingston stops are at Printing For Less and Shopko. Bozeman departure points are Walmart, Bozeman Health Deaconess Pharmacy, MSU Strand Union Transfer Station and whistle stops on Oak and at Evergreen Business Park.

TO BIG SKY:

Year-round service from Bozeman to Big Sky is available via Skyline. Connection points are MSU, Strand Union Transfer Station and Walmart. The service runs daily in winter and summer, Monday to Friday the rest of the year. The cash fare is $5. Purchase punch passes or winter season passes in advance to reduce the cost to about $3 a ride. Local services around Big Sky is free.

For schedules, routes and more information, including Streamline’s trip planner, live bus tracker and the Routeshout mobile app, visit streamlinebus,com, or contact Galavan at galavan@thhrdc.org or (406) 587-2434 S O U T H W E S T M O N TA NA SNA P SHO T

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STAYING HEALTHY

BOZEMAN HEALTH:

Gallatin County is consistently ranked one of the healthiest counties in Montana, according to studies done by the Robert Wood Johnson foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute. With plenty of outdoor opportunities to get moving, gyms and grocery stores with healthy options, Bozemanites take their health very seriously. Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital was the first hospital in Montana to receive DNV-GL Healthcare accreditation, exceeding patient safety standards set by the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Comprised of several leading medical facilities, Bozeman Health offers a variety of services to Bozeman, Belgrade, Big Sky, West Yellowstone and the surrounding communities. Their mission is to improve health and quality of life.

The 27-bed, 25-room trauma center is staffed by board-certified physicians, mid-level practitioners and registered nurses 24 hours a day. Meeting the demand of the growing community, Boseman Health’s Emergency Department has over 30,000 visits a year.

Specialties include gastroenterology, hematology, nutrition, women’s health, neurology and many more areas of expertise.

Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital Emergency Services has earned a three year certificate as a stroke ready program members based on the guidelines of the Brain Attack Coalition and recommendations from the American Stroke Association.

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In 2016, Bozeman Health Deaconess received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline Achievement Award. The award recognizes the institution’s commitment to quality care for heart attack patients. The integrated health system also includes Bozeman Health Hillcrest Senior Living with independent and assisted living facilities, a clinical research group and three urgent care locations — b2 UrgentCare in Bozeman and Big Sky (open seasonally), and b2 MicroCare for minor ailments in the Bridger Peaks Town Center at Oak and 19th. Contact Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital at (406) 414-5000.

BILLINGS CLINIC:

With the population of the Gallatin Valley growing rapidly, Billings Clinic is looking to expand health care services to meet the needs of the community. The first phase of development on its 54-acre Bozeman campus includes a 97,000 square foot destination ambulatory center. The plan for the center includes a multispecialty physician group practice, urgent care and an outpatient surgical center. The center will also house outreach services from Billings Clinic’s more than 80 specialties and have access to Mayo Clinic specialists through Billings Clinic’s Mayo Clinic Care Network affiliation and other partnerships.

Billings Clinic Bozeman OB-GYN and Billings Clinic Bozeman Acorn Pediatrics have served Bozeman for 15 years, and the two clinics will be incorporated into the new center.

BRIDGERCARE:

Located on the second floor at 1288 N. 14th Ave., Bridgercare provides the Gallatin Valley with excellent, affordable reproductive and sexual healthcare and education in a safe, supportive and empowering atmosphere. In 2017, Bridgercare served over 10,000 people, providing family planning, cancer screenings, STI testing, anxiety and depression treatment and more. Bridgercare offers sliding fees and works with patients to make healthcare more affordable. For more information, call (406) 587-0681 or visit bridgercare.org.

ZOECARE:

This sexual health and pregnancy clinic provides free, laboratory-quality pregnancy tests, OB ultrasound STI testing and treatment, pregnancy support and more. Staffed by medical personnel, professionals and volunteers, ZoeCare insures quality, safety and confidentiality with each visit. It is located at 2251 W. Kagy Blvd. #2. For more information, call (406) 586-9444 or visit gotozoe.org.

BOZEMAN HEALTH BIG SKY MEDICAL CENTER:

Bozeman Health Big Sky Medical Center, located at 334 Town Center Ave., is focused on the health of residents and visitors of southern Gallatin County. Services range from around-theclock emergency care, primary and family medicine to pharmacy services, diagnostic imaging and laboratory testing. For more information, call Bozeman Health Big Sky at (406) 995-6995 or visit bigskymedicalcenter.org.

BOZEMAN HEALTH BELGRADE CLINIC:

Located at 206 Alaska Frontage Rd., Bozeman Health Belgrade Clinic offers family medicine, urgent care, laboratory and diagnostic imaging services, physical therapy and pediatrics.

The building allows for expansion as Bozeman grows. For more information, call Bozeman Health Belgrade at (406) 414-3334.

LIVINGSTON HEALTHCARE:

For more than 60 years, Billings Clinic affiliate Livingston Health Care has been serving the residents of Livingston and Paradise Valley with excellent care, Livingston Healthcare is a an awardwinning, not-for-profit, 25-bed critical access hospital with a Level 4 Community Trauma Facility, a multi-specialty provider clinic, and rehabilitation and home-based services.

The National Rural Health Association named Livingston HealthCare a Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals. Livingston Healthcare also received prestigious international recognition as a Baby-Friendly designated birth facility and is now one of seven hospitals in Montana designated as Baby-Friendly. It’s Home Health program is ranked among the top 25 and its emergency department has received three quality awards from the Montana Hospital Association Performance Improvement Network for work in emergency department transfer communication. Services include cancer and rehabilitation services, internal medicine, pediatrics, family medicine, OB/GYN, family birth center, orthopedics, general surgery,

psychiatry, emergency department, rehabilitation, infusion therapy and oncology, imaging, home health, hospice, sleep center and visiting specialists.

Livingston HealthCare moved into its state-of-the-art medical center at 320 Alpenglow Ln. in Livingston in October 2015. For more information, call (406) 222-2541 or visit livingstonhealthcare.org.

MADISON VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER:

The medical center is located in Ennis and serves the Madison Valley, offering 24-hour emergency care and has 16 acute care nursing beds, offering recovery and rehabilitation services, outpatient IV therapy and wound care. With a high nurse-topatient ratio, all Registered Nurses certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support and Trauma Nurse Core Course care. The medical clinic is “whole patient,” focused and staffed by physicians trained in internal medicine, surgery, OB/GYN, pediatrics, neurology, dermatology and geriatrics. The medical center is at 305 N. Main St. in Ennis. For more information, call (406) 682-6862 or visit mvmedcenter.org.

MENTAL HEALTH & OTHER SERVICES: SUICIDE PREVENTION CRISIS LINE (800) 273-8255 GALLATIN MENTAL HEALTH CENTER 699 Farmhouse Lane, (406) 556-6500. Offering diagnosis, evaluation, assessment, ongoing treatment and referral services for adults; outpatient therapy services for children and youth and a 24-hour crisis facility. Wmmhc.org THE HELP CENTER 421 E. Peach St., (406) 586-3333. A 24-hour crisis and referral line, providing suicide prevention outreach, a child advocacy center and a sexual assault counseling center. Bozemanhealthcenter.org.

YOUTH DYNAMICS 1609 W. Babcock St., Ste. A, Bozeman, (406) 585-9402.

316 E. Park St., Livingston, (406) 226-6610 Offering behavior and mental health services for Montana kids and families. Youthdynamics.org.

ALCOHOL & DRUG SERVICES-GALLATIN (406) 586-5493; 2310 N. 7th Ave. in Bozeman

MENTAL HEALTH & OTHER SERVICES IN PARK COUNTY: PARK COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER A Western Montana Mental Health Center, 232 S. Main St. in Livingston, (406) 222-3332. Offering adult outpatient treatment, case management, day treatment, drop-in center and psychiatric services. Wmmhc.org ASPEN ABUSE SUPPORT AND PREVENTION EDUCATION NETWORK 24-hour hotline, (406) 222-8154; office (406) 222-5902.

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GET INVOLVED!

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allatin County loves to give back. You’ll find that residents are active in the community, volunteering and providing monetary support when possible. We appreciate our unique community and are always striving for improvement, especially as we deal with the growing pains that come with our continuous expansion. Whether you have a cause you’re passionate about or are just hoping to get out and meet more people, there is a volunteer opportunity for you. It’s impossible to list every volunteer opportunity in the Gallatin Valley, so we’ve narrowed it down to a handful.

HRDC: A major organization in the community, this nonprofit Community Action Agency is dedicated to providing programs and services in the areas of housing, food and nutrition, child and youth development, senior empowerment, transportation, energy safety and community development. Attend one of the many Pints for Purpose at Bridger Brewing, where $1 of every pint purchased will go to an organization in need, or check the website for other volunteer opportunities. 32 S. Tracy Ave., Bozeman, (406) 587-4486, thehrdc.org.

HAVEN: This organization provides support for survivors of domestic violence. Services include survivor advocacy, counseling, emergency shelter, a 24-hour support hotline, support groups and community education. Volunteers provide crisis intervention, emotional support, work in the shelter, run errands, distribute donations and more. 615 S. 16th St., (406) 582-2077, havenmt.org.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF GALLATIN COUNTY: Meaningful, monitored matches are made between adult volunteers (bigs) and children facing adversity (littles) ages five to 18. Volunteers help children achieve higher aspirations, confidence, educational success and better relationships while avoiding risky behaviors. 15 S. 8th Ave. (406) 587-1213, bbbs-gc.org.

EAGLE MOUNT: Eagle Mount has been committed to providing therapeutic activities like horseback riding, skiing, hiking, kayaking, cycling, rock climbing and more to children with cancer and people with disabilities since 1982. Volunteers get to enjoy outdoor adventures, work with horses and ski for free. 6901 Goldenstein Ln. (406) 586-1781, eaglemount.org.

UNITED WAY: Greater Gallatin United Way fights for the health, education and financial stability of everyone in the region it serves — Gallatin, Madison, Meagher and Park Counties of Montana. 945 Technology Blvd Suite 101F, (406) 587-2194, greatergallatinunitedway.org.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY GALLATIN VALLEY: A locally-run affiliate of the International Christian organization, Habitat aims to build and renovate decent, affordable housing for qualified families. Volunteers provide most of the labor. 230 Arden Dr., Belgrade, (406) 388-8225, habitatbozeman.org.

LIVINGSTON HEALTHCARE: Volunteers assist patients and employees in various departments of the hospital and clinic by transporting, assisting patients or visitors and directly supporting employees and clinical staff. Commitment is typically a one to fourhour shift a week. 32 Alpenglow Ln., Livingston, (406) 222-3541, livingstonhealthcare.org.

THRIVE: Thrive provides mentoring, education and support for children and families, so that everyone in our community has the tools they need to be successful. There are a number of programs toddlers through high school, as well as many ways to become involved. 400 E. Babcock St., (406) 587-3840, allthrive.org.

SALVATION ARMY: Salvation Army works to cure hunger, overcome poverty, help disaster survivors, as a religious organization. There are a number of ways you can help in these different areas. 32 S Rouse Ave, (406) 586-9051, bozeman.salvationarmy.org.

A SPECIAL PLACE FOR SENIORS: BOZEMAN SENIOR CENTER 807 N. Tracy Ave., (406) 586-2421, bozemanseniorcenter.org BELGRADE SENIOR CENTER 92 E. Cameron Ave., Belgrade, (406) 388-4711, belgradeseniorcenter.com PARK COUNTY SENIOR CENTER 206 S. Main St., Livingston, (406) 333-2276, parkcountyseniorcenter.com MANHATTAN SENIOR CENTER 102 E. Main St., Manhattan, (406) 284-6501 THREE RIVERS SENIOR CLUB 19 E. cedar St., Three Forks, (406) 285-3235 S O U T H W E S T M O N TA NA SNA P SHO T

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ibraries aren’t just for books anymore. In a beautiful building full of big windows and good books on East Main, you can find Writer’s Groups, free yoga classes, musical performances and assortment of clubs available year round. To see what’s going on at Bozeman Public Library, check out bozemanlibrary. org/events/events-calendar for a complete list of classes and services.

Don’t miss the Bookmobile. It functions like a mobile branch of the beloved brick and mortar library, traveling throughout the county to visit playgrounds, neighborhoods, assisted living homes, schools and special events. At the bookmobile, patrons can do most things they can do at the library’s main location, including getting a library card, placing and picking up a hold, checking out books, DVDs, audiobooks and Playaways, or attend a storytime or special program.

The bookmobile has books and other materials for the young and old, and everyone in between.

The Bozeman Public Library is open Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, it’s open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday it’s open from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Call (406) 582-2400 or visit bozemanlibrary.org to find out more about services and weekly programs.

LIVINGSTON-PARK COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY The Library-Park County Public Library, at 228 Callender St., is open noon to 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and closed Sunday. Contact the library at (406) 2220862 or livingstonparkcountylibrary.blogspot.com MANHATTAN COMMUNITY LIBRARY The Manhattan Community Library is at 200 W. Fulton Ave. Hours are 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and closed Sunday. Contact the library at (406) 284-3341, ext. 222 or manhattancommunitylibrary.com THREE FORKS COMMUNITY LIBRARY Located at 607 Main St., the Three Forks Community Library is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Tuesday, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and closed Sunday. Contact the library at (406) 285-3747 or threeforkslibrary.weebly.com WEST YELLOWSTONE LIBRARY The West Yellowstone Library is at 23 N. Dunraven.

Hours vary by season. Contact the library at (406) 646-9017, westyellowstonepubliclibrary@gmail.com.

The website is westyellowstonepubliclibrary.com or facebook.com/westyellowstonepubliclibrary.

BELGRADE COMMUNITY LIBRARY The Belgrade Community Library is open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and closed Sunday. It is located at 106 N. Broadway Ave. Contact the library at (406) 388-4346 or belgradelibrary.org.

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nowing about which services the local government provides is key to thriving in your new town. Here’s information on getting in touch with local public officials, police departments, key service providers and finding recycling outlets.

BELGRADE Gallatin Motor Vehicle Satellite Office: (406) 582-3080, 312 W. Main St. Ste. B8, Belgrade

BOZEMAN CITY GOVERNMENT:

Driver Exam Station: (866) 450-8034, 1313 W. Park St. #8, Livingston

Bozeman has a mayor, Cinthia Andrus, deputy mayor, Chris Mehl, and three city commissioners (Terry Cunningham, I-Ho Pomeroy and Jeff Krauss.) Find their contact information at bozeman.net/services/advanced-components/staff-directorylist. Andrea Surrat is the city manager, and she can be reached at (406) 582-2306. Chuck Winn and Anna Rosenberry are assistant city managers, at (406) 582-2307. Email the city commission or city staff at agenda@bozeman.net. Reach the city clerk at (406) 582-2321. The Bozeman City Commission meets at 6 p.m.

Mondays, except the fifth Monday, at City Hall, 121 N. Rouse Ave. Meetings are televised on bozeman.net. The city’s online discussion forum welcomes citizen input at bozeman.net/onlinecityhall.

CITY NEIGHBORHOODS PROGRAM:

Meant to help citizens stay informed about the community and organize neighborhood associations, the City of Bozeman Neighborhoods Program assists citizens in getting involved in community decisions. The program helps the city’s 14 recognized neighborgood associations host annual meetings assistance and provides grant opportunities. Reach Neighborhood Coordinator Tanya Andreasen at (406) 582-2274. All residents, homeowners or renters can keep up with city news, events, street repairs and closings, and other neighborhood updates by signing up for Nextdoor at nextdoor.com or by downloading the mobile app.

The service has 43 established Bozeman neighborhood groups that allow neighbors to stay connected with each other.

GALLATIN COUNTY MOTOR VEHICLE DEPARTMENT:

Upon establishing residency in Montana, you have 60 days to get a Montana state-issued Driver’s License and register your vehicle with the County Treasurer’s Office. You must register your vehicle if you are employed in the state of Montana. You will need to complete a vehicle registration application, show proof of insurance and title, show registration from previous state and pay the vehicle registration fees. If your vehicle is 11 years old or older, you qualify for a permanent registration. For more information, visit dmv.org/mt-montana/car-registration.php. Bozeman Treasurer Office is located 311 W. Main St., (406) 582-3080.

For Driver’s License and ID renewal, call (866) 450-8034, 2005 Gilkerson St., Bozeman.

LIVINGSTON County Treasurer’s Office: (406) 222-4120, 414 E. Callendar St., Livingston

BOZEMAN POLICE DEPARTMENT:

The department is at 615 S. 16th Ave. The police chief is Steve Crawford. Call (406) 582-2000. The website is bozemanpolice.com.

GALLATIN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE:

The department is at 615 S. 1th Ave. in Bozeman. The sheriff is Brian Gootkin. Contact the office at (406) 582-2100 or email sheriff@gallatin.mt.gov. The department offers a Public Safety Academy for citizens in spring and fall. Contact Shane Frantz at (406) 582-2120, shane.frantz@gallatin.mt.gov.

BELGRADE POLICE DEPARTMENT:

(406) 388-4262, 91 E. Central Ave., Belgrade, belgradepolice.net

CITIZEN POLICE ACADEMY:

The Bozeman Police Department offers a Citizen Police Academy each spring. For information, visit bozeman.net/departments/police/community-partnerships/citizens-police-academy.

For more information, contact Support Services at (406) 5822234 or officer Jen Johnson at (406) 582-2969.

ROAD CLOSURES, SNOW REMOVAL AND YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: Find full details at bozemanstreetreport.com

REGISTER YOUR VEHICLE:

The city receives hundreds of lost, stolen and abandoned bicycles each year. Fill out the free online bicycle registration at bozeman.net/government/police/bicycle-registration-program.

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RECYCLE:

HOME DEPOT: 1771 N 19th. St.

CITY OF BOZEMAN SERVICES:

BOZEMAN CONVENIENCE SITE: 2143 Story Mill Rd.

City of Bozeman wil recycle plastics, cans (aluminum and tin), cardboard, paper, phone books and paper bags. A single-stream curbside recycling service for City of Bozeman garbage collection customers is available for $9.74 a month. All items can be placed in the same 100-gallon bin. Call (406) 582-3200 or visit bozeman.net.government/garbage-recycling/recycling.

GALLATIN SUBARU: 31910 E. Frontage Rd.

RECYCLING FLEXIBLE PLASTIC BAGS:

Flexible Plastic Bags, like those from grocery and retail stores, and for bread, sandwiches, newspapers, produce and dry cleaning, may be dropped off at Safeway, Kohls, Target, Lowe’s, Rosauers, Walmart and Smith’s.

OTHER CURBSIDE RECYCLING PROVIDERS: GONE GREEN, (406) 855-9870 J & K RECYCLERS, (406) 582-0243 REPUBLIC SERVICES, (406) 586-0606 REACH, a nonprofit empowering adults with disabilities, (406) 587-1271 (serving Bozeman, Belgrade, Four Corners)

GALLATIN COUNTY RECYCLING SERVICES:

J & K Recyclers and Gone Green have fee-based glass recycling.

Four Corners Recycling offers Bayern EcoPack boxes for the general public interested in having their brown beer bottles sent to Missoula for reuse. Check bayernbrewery.com/ecopack.html or call Four Corners, (406) 220-6701.

BOZEMAN UTILITIES:

The Gallatin County Solid Waste Management District website, gallatinsolidwaste.org, provides detailed information on the Logan Landfill, the Bozeman Convenience Site and how to dispose of all kinds of household, hazardous and e-waste.

WATER AND SEWER: City of Bozeman, (406) 582-3200, bozeman.net/government/finance/utilities/utility-informationand-rates

DROP-OFF RECYCLING SITES:

SOLID WASTE: City of Bozeman, (406) 582-3200, bozemansolidwaste.com

BELGRADE: W. Madison Ave. and Eileen Place BIG SKY: 47280 Gallatin Rd. CHURCHILL: Northwest corner of Manhattan Christian School’s parking lot, 8000 Churchill Rd. FOUR CORNERS: We Recycle, 357 Recycle Way GALLATIN GATEWAY: Gateway Community Center, 145 Mill St. LOGAN: Logan Landfill, 10585 2 Dog Rd. MANHATTAN: Valley Improvement Center, 600 E. Main St., Manhattan THREE FORKS: 150 E. Railroad Ave. WEST YELLOWSTONE: Transfer Station, 263 Ecology Lane (Part of Hebgen/West Yellowstone Refuge District).

IN BOZEMAN: WALMART: 1500 N. 7th Ave. Gallatin county Fairgrounds Battlefields: Highland Blvd, across from Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital MSU: S. 13th Ave. and College St. (Parking Lot) BILLION AUTO: 1 Auto Plaza Dr. SAFEWAY: 1735 W. Main St. 36

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GAS AND ELECTRICITY: Northwestern Energy, (888) 467-2669, northwesternenergy.com

GALLATIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: Find the contact information of the Gallatin County Commissioners at gallatincomt.virtualtownhall.net/public_documents/ gallatincomt_commissioners/commission. Contact them at commission@gallatin.mt.gov. They meet at 9 a.m. Tuesdays at the Courthouse Community Room, 311 W. Main St., Bozeman. Call (406) 582-3000 for more information. The website is gallatincomt.virtualtownhall.net.

BELGRADE CITY COUNCIL:

Belgrade has a mayor, deputy mayor and six City Council members. Find their contact information at ci.belgrade.mt.us/ officials. The city manager is Ted Barkley. The Council meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Mondays of each month, except holidays, at 91 E. Central Ave., Belgrade. The website is ci.belgrade. mt.us. Email the city at belgrade@cityofbelgrade.net. Call (406) 388-3760 for more information. Reach the police department for non-emergencies at (406) 388-4762.

MANHATTAN TOWN COUNCIL:

Manhattan has a mayor and four town council members. Find their contact information at townofmanhattan.com/mayor-

town-council. They meet at 7 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month at 207 S. 6th St. The website is townofmanhattan.com.

Call (406) 284-3235. Reach the police department for non-emergencies at (406) 284-6630.

THREE FORKS:

Three Forks has a mayor and six city council members. Find their contact information at threeforksmontana.us/mayor-citycouncil. They meet at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month (second meeting subject to cancel) at Ciy Hall, 206 S. Main St. The website is threeforksmontana.us. Call (406) 2853431. Reach the police department for non-emergencies at (406) 285-3750.

CITY OF LIVINGSTON:

The Livingston City commission has a chairman, vice chairman and three commissioners. Reach them at livingstonmontana.org/ living/city_commission/index.php. Call (406) 823-6000 or email citycommission@livingstonmontana.gov. They meet at 6:30 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Video of meetings is at the city website, livingstonmontana.org. The city manager’s office is at (406) 823-6001.

Reach the Livingston Police Department for non-emergencies at (406) 222-2050.

Park County has three commissioners. Their contact informa-

tion is at parkcounty.org/government-departments/commissioners. Call (406) 222-4106. The commissioners meet 9 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday.

Reach the Park County Sheriff ’s department for non-emergencies at (406) 222-2050. Ther sheriff is Brad Bichler. The website is parkcounty.org/government-departments/sheriff-s-office.

Joint offices for city and county government and agencies is at 414 E. Callender St., Livingston.

PARK COUNTY RECYCLING SERVICES:

Recyclables are accepted at the City Transfer Station, 330 Bennet St., Livingston. Check what is accepted at livingstonmontana. org/living/public_works_department/recycling.php.

VOTER REGISTRATION: GALLATIN COUNTY ELECTIONS DEPARTMENT: 311 W. Main St., Rm 210, (406) 582-2060.

PARK COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER:

414 E. Callender St., Livingston (406) 222-4111.

Regular voter registration closes 30 days prior to election day. If you miss it, call your county office for instructions. You must be a resident for at least 30 days.

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hough the Gallatin Valley is miles away from any big city, we regularly see big acts come through town.

Thanks to the Ellen Theatre, the Rialto, Intermountain Opera, Shane Lalani Center for the Arts, Bozeman Symphony, Montana chamber Music Society and Warren Miller Center for Performing Arts, residents have access to professional-grade performances and the chance to act, sing, dance and learn alongside the country’s rising stars. The ELM, slated to be finished in January 2020, will also bring some bigger acts to town. Community theaters are regularly presenting original works by local talent, and the shows are unforgettable. Support local artists and see a show.

THE PERFORMING ARTS SCENE INCLUDES: BOZEMAN ACTORS THEATRE bozemanactorstheatre.org BOZEMAN FILM SOCIETY 111 S. Grand Ave., Ste. 112, bozemanfilmsociety.org BOZEMAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 1001 W. Oak St. Ste. 201, bozemansymphony.org THE ELLEN THEATRE 17 W. Main St., theellentheatre.com EMERSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS AND CULTURE 111 S. Grand Ave., theemerson.org

ELM 506 7th Ave., slated to open in January 2020 logjampresents. com/2019/02/28/elm-bozemans-ultimate-concert-venue-coming-winter-2020/ MONTANA SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARKS 11th Ave. and Grant St., MSU Campus, shakespeareintheparks.org OPEN DOOR THEATRE opendoorbozeman.org RIALTO BOZEMAN 10 W. Main St., rialtobozeman.com VERGE THEATER 2304 N. 7th Ave., vergetheater.com WARREN MILLER CENTER 45465 Gallatin Rd., Big Sky, warrenmillerpac.org

INTERMOUNTAIN OPERA 104 E. Main St., intermountainopera.org

LIVINGSTON GETS IN ON THE ACT, TOO:

KALEIDOSCOPE YOUTH THEATER 1602 W. Beall St., kytbozeman.org

THE SHANE LALANI CENTER FOR THE ARTS 415 E. Lewis St., theshanecenter.org

MONTANA BALLET 2304 N. 7th Ave. Ste. C, montanaballet.org

BLUE SLIPPER THEATRE 113 Cellender St., blueslipper.com

MONTANA CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY montanachambermusicsociety.org

YELLOWSTONE BALLET COMPANY 109 S. B St., yellowstoneballet.info

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a rainy day, there’s still plenty learn and discover in the area’s museums. The Museum of the Rockies: 60 years old this year, houses one of the largest, most important dinosaur collections in the world, curated by renowned paleontologist Dr. Jack Horner. MOR is home to many one-of-a-kind dinosaur finds and 13 T-rex specimens. Also on site are the Martin Children’s Discovery Center, the Living History Farm and the Taylor Planetarium. Open Monday through Saturday through May 26, daily after that. 600 W. Kagy Blvd., (406) 9942251, museumoftherockies.org

THE AMERICAN COMPUTER AND ROBOTICS MUSEUM: is the oldest computer museum in the country. There is a 4,000-year-old Mesopotamian cuneiform brick, the first electric desktop computer, which weighed 250 pounds and an Apollo Mood Guidance Computer, which had the memory capacity of a musical greeting card.

The WOW factor is a amazing. Admission is free. Open Tuesday through Sunday, September through May, daily in summer. 2023 Stadium Dr, (406) 582-1288, compustory.com.

The Children’s Museum of Bozeman: offers activity zones - hands-on science, Maker Place, Explore Montana, STEAMlab! And more - and an outdoor play space with a bug hotel. Everything is bright and colorful, and kids are encouraged to touch. Open Monday through Saturday. 202 S. Willson Ave., (406) 522-9087, cmbozeman.org

THE GALLATIN HISTORY MUSEUM: located in the 1911 jail (there’s a gallows), displays area history through wide-ranging artifacts, including a log cabin, a steam-powered fire engine, impressive gun and welding gown collections and historical photos. There’s a focus on Yellowstone history. Open Tuesday through Saturday. 317 W. Main St. (406) 522-8122, gallatinhistorymuseum.org.

EARTH’S TREASURES: is more than a rock shop. You will find ancient fossils, timeless jewelry, local stones, bugs preserved in amber and so much more. The little museum and mining store is open Monday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Located at 25 N. Willson Ave., (406) 586-3451.

OVER THE PASS, LIVINGSTON HAS THREE MUSEUMS: THE YELLOWSTONE GATEWAY MUSEUM: in a 1906 schoolhouse, tells the story of Park County, Montana, form the earliest Native Americans and its discovery

by Lewis and Clark to its days as a booming railroad town and gateway to Yellowstone National Park. Fun interactive children’s activities are available. It’s open from Thursday to Saturday, October to Memorial Day, daily Memorial Day to Labor Day. 200 W. Park St., (406) 222-2300, livingstondepot.org.

THE INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF FLY FISHERS MUSEUM showcases the culture and history of sport through a collection objects, art and books.

The framed flies display is exceptional. Open Monday through Friday. 5237 Hwy 89 South, (406) 222-9369, fedflyfishers.org.

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ontanans love beer, plain and simple. The state consistently ranks as having one of the top numbers of breweries per capita, and it shows. With over 70 breweries statewide, you’ll find a new favorite beer in no time. In Montana, it’s perfectly acceptable to be a beer snob. You’ll find every outdoor activity there is to do around Bozeman, whether it be skiing, rock climbing, hiking, recycling, yoga, is better with a beer in hand.

406 BREWING COMPANY (1) 101 E. Oak St., Ste. D, Bozeman, 406brewingcompany.com

BLACKFOOT RIVER BREWING 66 S. Park Ave., Helena, blackfootriverbrewing.com

BOZEMAN BREWING COMPANY (2) 504 N. Broadway Ave., Bozeman, bozemanbrewing.com

CARTER’S BREWING 2526 Montana Ave., Billings, cartersbrewing.com

BOZEMAN TAPROOM (3) 321 E. Mendenhall St., Bozeman bozemantaproom.com

HARVEST MOON BREWERY 7 5th St. S., Belt, harvestmoonbrew.com

BRIDGER BREWING COMPANY (4) 1609 S. 11th Ave. Bozeman, bridgerbrewing.com

KETTLEHOUSE BREWING 602 Myrtle St., Missoula, kettlehouse.com

BUNKHOUSE BREWERY (5) 1216 N. Lincoln St. A, Bozeman, bunkhousebrewery.com

RED LODGE ALES BREWING COMPANY 1445 N. Broadway St., Butte, redlodgeales.com

MAP BREWING (6) 510 Manley Rd., Bozeman mapbrewing.com

QUARRY BREWING 124 W. Broadway St., Butte, quarrybrewing.net

OUTLAW BREWING (7) 2876 N. 27th Ave., Bozeman, outlaw-brewing.com

UBERBREW 2305 Montana Ave., Billings, uberbrew.com

WHITE DOG BREWING (8) 121 W. Main St. B, Bozeman, whitedogbrewing.com

MONTANA BREWING COMPANY 113 N. Broadway, Billings, montanabrewingcompany.com

MOUNTAINS WALKING BREWERY (9) 422 Plum Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715

DRAUGHT WORKS 915 Toole Ave., Missoula, draughtworksbrewery.com

NORDIC BREWING (10) 730 Boardwalk Ave Suite 1B, Bozeman

THE FRONT BREWING COMPANY 215 3rd St. NW, Great Falls, thefrontbrewing.com

VALHALLA MEADERY (11) 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman, MT, 59715

CHECK OUT A DISTILLERY:

LOCKHORN CIDER HOUSE (12) 21 S. Wallace Ave., lockhorncider.com MADISON RIVER BREWING COMPANY (13) Building B, 20900 I-90 Frontage Rd., Belgrade, madisonriverbrewing.com LONE PEAK BREWERY AND TAPHOUSE 48 Market Place, Big Sky, beehivebasinbrewery.com BEEHIVE BASIN BREWERY 245 Town Center Ave., Big Sky, beehivebasinbrewery.com KATABATIC BREWING COMPANY 114 W. Park St., Livingston, katabaticbrewing.com NEPTUNE’S BREWERY 119 N. L St., Livingston, neptunesbrewery.com ANGRY HANK’S 20 N. 30th St., Billings, facebook.com/angryhanks BAYERN BREWING 1507 Montana St., Missoula, bayernbrewery.com

BOZEMAN SPIRITS DISTILLERY (1) 121 W. Main St., bozemanspirits.com WILDRYE DISTILLING (2) 101 E. Oak St. N. Bozeman, wildryedistilling.com DRY HILLS DISTILLERY (3) 106 Village Center Rd., Bozeman, dryhillsdistillery.com HEADFRAME SPIRITS 21 S. Montana St., Butte, headframespirits.com WHISTLING ANDY 8541 Hwy 35, Bigfork, whistlingandy.com WILLIE’S DISTILLERY 312 Main St., Ennis, williesdistillery.com TRAILHEAD SPIRITS 2314 Montana Ave., Billings, trailheadspirits.com GLACIER DISTILLING CO. 10237 Hwy 2E, Coram (West Glacier), glacierdistilling.com MONTGOMERY DISTILLERY 129 W. Front St., Missoula, montgomerydistillery.com S O U T H W E S T M O N TA NA SNA P SHO T

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FINDING YOUR NEW HOME O

ne of the only drawbacks to living in a highly desirable, dynamic place like Bozeman is that housing isn’t cheap, but there are options and resources out there to help you find a place to stay. Housing prices have been on the rise over the past several years, with the median sales price jumping from $331,150 in 2017 to $374,750 in 2018. Meanwhile, housing supply has been getting lower each year.

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Story Mill Community Park, and it has filed an application with the city for 24 new affordable townhouses, for example. And in 2017, Homeword spearheaded the 136-unit Larkspur Commons project. There are several other affordable housing projects in the works or completed.

HRDC offers several different services to those who qualify, including homeownership counseling, down payment assistance, foreclosure intervention, homeowner education and rental assistance.

For those looking for a rental without assistance, websites like Craigslist, Zillow, Bozeman Daily Chronicle Classifieds are good places to start. For those interested in homeownership, a real estate directory can be found at bozemandailychronicle.com/ marketplace.

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inding a spiritual community in a new place can be daunting, but the Gallatin Valley has many options. The Bozeman area is home to three Catholic parishes, many Protestant denominations and many nondenominational Christian congregations, St. Anthony the Great Orthodox Church and a Unitarian Universalist fellowship. It has an Islamic center, two Jewish gatherings, Chabad Lubavitch and Beth Israel Synagogue, three groups, including Bozeman Insight Community (Vipassana/Insight Meditation), Bozeman Zen Group and Dharmata Sangha, which meet at the Dharma Center on East Main Street and the Namdroling Tibetan Buddhist Center on the city’s north side.

Churches of most Christian denominations can be found in Belgrade, including Lutheran, Presbyterian, Baptist, Catholic, Jehovah’s Witnesses and more. Nondenominational Christian churches include Church of Christ, The Bridge, Belgrade Community Church, and Saving Grace Christian Fellowship. You can find Bozeman and Belgrade churches listed at bozemandailychronicle.com/marketplace.

In Livingston, there are Seventh Day Adventists, Methodists, Baptists, Catholics, Lutherans, Episcopalians and more. The Livingston Christian Center has bible studies for adults, men, women, teens and youth throughout the week. Places of worship can be found at livingston-chamber.com/communitycivic-organizations.

Also active in Bozeman is the Gallatin Valley Circle of Compassion, a nonprofit group of volunteers connecting, educating and empowering the community on matters related to death and dying. The group hosts an annual conference on the topic each February. Visit gallatinvalleycircleofcompassion.org for more information.

NUTURE YOUR SPIRIT HELP HEAL OUR WORLD Welcome to the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Bozeman Our caring, open-minded religious community encourages you to seek your own path. Our commitment to worship together, to learn together, and to work for justice together creates a bond that sustains even as our beliefs diverge. We are an inclusive and diverse congregation. All are welcome!

Worship and children’s religious education Sundays, 10:00 a.m. 325 N. 25th, Bozeman For more information: www.uufbozeman.org.

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you are invited!

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH

SUNDAY WORSHIP GATHERINGS 8:30, 10:00, & 11:30 am The Commons at Baxter and Love

www.journeyweb.net

Sundays at 8:15 and 10:30AM, from Memorial Weekend to August 25 at 8:15 and 10AM

2152 W. Graf St, Bozeman, MT www.hopebozeman.com

406-586-5572

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Worship Service: Sunday, 11:00 am Sunday pick-up available Sunday School (for all ages): Sunday, 10:00 am Bible Study & Prayer Meeting: Wednesday, 6:30 pm.

Dinner provided 32 S. Rouse Ave Bozeman, MT 59715 • 586-5813

First Presbyterian Church, USA Learning and Living God’s Love, Together

Everyone is welcome.

Sunday Service and Sunday School 10 am - 11 am

Sunday Worship 8:30 & 10:30 am Sunday School for all ages

Wednesday Testimonial Service 7 pm

Corner of Willson and Babcock 26 W Babcock Bozeman, MT 59715 406-586-9194 www.fpcbozeman.org Rockhaven Camp & Retreat Center www.rockhavencamp.org

First Church of Christ, Scientist 502 S. 8th Avenue • 586-5819

www.csbozeman.com

HOLY ROSARY PARISH 1885 - 2018

Loving people into a relationship with Christ Bozeman Site 4769 West Bobcock Bozeman MT 59718 10 am 406.582.8000

Legacy Site 9855 Walker Road Belgrade MT 59714 8:30 am www.springhillpres.com

The community of Holy Rosary Parish is the body of Christ, empowered by the Holy Spirit, called to gather for worship, cherish the Roman Catholic traditions of our faith, to live the gospel, minister to others, and be Christ to the world.

Confessions 3:30pm Saturdays

Mass times Saturdays 5:15pm Sundays 8:00am and 10:30am

220 W. Main Street Bozeman, Montana 59715 (406) 587-4581 | holyrosarybozeman.org

Bozeman United Methodist Church Bozeman United Methodist Church affirms all persons are made in the image of God, and thus have sacred worth and dignity.

We welcome all people of all ages, races, sexual orientations, gender identities , family configurations, political spectrums, economic standing, and mental and physical abilities.

Everyone is welcome as we journey together following Jesus.

Worship Sunday Mornings 8:30 AM- Traditional Worship 10:30 AM- Modern Worship

Bozeman United Methodist Church 121 S. Willson Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715 bozemanumc.org

St. James Episcopal Church St James Episcopal Church Bringing worship and fellowship to the Gallatin Valley for 150 years.

Offering beautiful music and powerful preaching for all.

We are the old stone church with a warm and loving heart.

Sundays 8; 9:30; 11 AM

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