10 / VISUAL ARTS COVER SHOT - JOHN HENRY HASELTINE
12 / GV REAL ESTATE HALFWAY RE MARKET REPORT - T FORD
14 / FOOD & DRINKS
HOP LOUNGE - A RIPPLE
BAR BEAT - APRES BREWING- S JONES
LOW KEY SANDWICHES FOOD TRUCK - S HOLMES
22 / MONTANA MUSIC
MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS PART 2 - B HURLBUT
LITTLE JANE ON THE GREEN - A LASSISTER
BRIDGER BREWING SUMMER CONCERTS - B RIPPLE
28 / STAGE & SCREEN EVERY BRILLIANT THING - H BURROUGHS
30 / LIVING LOCAL
TOURING YNP IN A TIN LIZZIE - K WALCHECK
BUMBLEWOOD THICKET - L PRINDIVILLE
BAVARIA TO MT: CLARA WEST - R PHILLIPS
38 / SUN SIGN HOROSCOPE BLACK ROSE SPIRITUAL CENTER - DR NIKKI
40 / REC & HEALTH
HIKING FOOTWEAR - S MCGANN
MOON LAKE & DEER LAKE - P BRANCACCIO
ENJOY AUGUST THE BZN WAY - J CAIROLI
TOP 10 SUMMER MUST DO’S WHEN VISITING BZN - S HOLMES
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HOW ARE PEOPLE DOING FINANCIALLY THESE DAYS? A BOZEMAN ELEGY
Reddit’s Beneficial-Friend-86
Iknow a lot of people are struggling to make ends meet here these days. It doesn’t come up often in daily conversations in my circles because of a confluence of societal pressure, feelings of shame in admitting you’re struggling to get by, and one’s pride in wanting to keep these matters private. It also doesn’t help that the shiny, thin veneer of the new Bozeman blinds outsiders to the growing pains of this
town. I see a stark contrast in financial wellbeing between the ‘haves’ and ‘have-nots,’ which is certainly a microcosm of the growing economic inequality in this country.
I question how it’s possible for people nowhere close to retirement age driving around in Sprinter vans loaded up with multiple $8,000 mountain bikes to exist alongside those living in their cars, not by choice. I question those
whose parents bought them a house here just to go to college and live carefree, while a single mother trying to get through school has to work multiple jobs on the side just to get by. I despise how our state leaders welcome wealthy out-of-staters with open arms, then blame low-income residents for our problems. I further question why many people struggling here continue to vote against their own inter-
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ests by re-electing those state leaders. Personally, I feel like I’ve done everything “right” in my thirty years of life so far. I worked my ass off in college to get an engineering degree. I started working full-time right after graduation; I didn’t have the luxury of taking a “gap-year(s)” like so many people I know. I drove a beater car until I could afford a good used car. I diligently paid off loans. I taught myself how to invest and I’m on track to maxing out my 401K this year for the first time. I keep my skills sharp and learn new things to progress in my career. I’ve always lived below my means so I could save up for large purchases, like a house. And I’ve always voted for the leaders I thought would actually help working class Montanans, not those who cater to the wealthy.
Yet, at the end of day, where has it gotten me? Until I get married to someone with my salary or greater, I have no hope of affording a house here, let alone afford a family someday (and the dating scene here is abysmal, by the way, which is another topic). The rising cost of everything has cut into my savings, increasing the sense of futility. But since this is Bozeman, are we supposed to pretend like having the mountains here makes up for the real financial hardship that real people here are experiencing?
I’m fully aware that my situation is not desperate by any measure. I’m grateful to have a roof over my head, food on the table, and a good life outside of work. However, I believe these are basic requirements of a healthy life that people here should not have to struggle for just because the wealthy want to have their Nth investment home here to prance around outdoors while acting like they’re doing us all a favor. When I was a kid, Bozeman was a solidly middle-class town. Homes were pricier
than the national average, but not exorbitant. Middle class folks could at least afford a decent single family house, even with only one parent working full-time.
I reminisce on the days when real cowboys intermixed with real dirtbags, and people generally didn’t give a damn about what car you drove or how fancy your outdoor gear was. In fact, the jankier your stuff, the better. All that mattered was that you were kind and respectful. Now, many of those genuine people I grew up with have been replaced by cosplay Yellowstone cowboys and trustafarians, whose greatest struggle is maintaining their social media clout. Kindness has been replaced by selfishness, and respectfulness and humility have been replaced by one-upmanship and ostentatious wealth. Change is hard; I’ve come to accept that. Bozeman is suffering the fate of every trendy “mountain town” in the west, and I’m afraid there’s no putting the genie back in the bottle. I am in a constant state of conflict about whether it is worth living here anymore or if it will ever be feasible to establish a life and a family. The barometer keeps ticking towards leaving, but, for now, caring for my aging parents keeps me fighting to stay. Life is hard, but it shouldn’t be so hard to have at least a little hope that, one day, your work, efforts, and responsibility will result in a good life for you and your family. E
EXPLORE BOZEMAN
Angie Ripple
August is nostalgic for me… it’s the month when I moved to Bozeman twenty-nine years ago. I had visited only once, for orientation at MSU over a very hot few days earlier that summer. I absolutely relate to anyone who has moved here sight unseen, or after just one visit. Bozeman has something that draws people in and often doesn’t let go. I know so many people who have worked incredibly hard to stay here, and done everything possible to make it work; I include myself in this group.
I really am proud of the work my husband Brian and I have done in Bozeman over the past seventeen years, publishing Bozeman Magazine for the community. We created the publication to put all-things-Bozeman in one place, and bring community members together with editorial they can learn from and relate to, as well as to provide our area’s most accurate and complete events calendar. The calendar allows people to find things they are interested in and, in turn, find like-minded people to connect with. That is what you will find in this issue of Bozeman Magazine—a number of informative and historical articles about our town, what to do here in the summer, the opinions of locals, and pages of local events for you to explore.
Whether this is your first time finding Bozeman Magazine at one of our 150 distribution locations, or you’ve been following our journey the entire time, we know you’ll find something that can spark your interest in our community, the place we call home, and that will, hopefully, inspire you to be a part of something bigger than yourself.
Each month, we publish articles from a variety of community members. If you would like to contribute to an upcoming issue of Bozeman Magazine, please email us at info@ bozemanmagazine.com and we’ll get back to you will some information. Our editorial deadline is the 10th of the month for the following month.
If you are a business looking to advertise, we would love to add you to our roster. We’ve been helping local businesses, ideas and events succeed for many years. We know the community will find you and support you when you advertise with Bozeman Magazine.
My August will be filled with music from Virginia City to Missoula, enjoying my flower garden, and preparing for the new school year with my two youngest children. Make it a great month! A
Angie, a third-generation Montanan, is living the Bozeman dream as she navigates the exciting adventures of wrangling her three children with her husband.
B ZEMAN MAGAZINE
AUGUST 2024 - VOLUME 18.3
PUBLISHER CASEN CREATIVE
SALES MANAGER, EDITOR ANGIE RIPPLE
PRODUCTION MANAGER, MUSIC EDITOR BRIAN RIPPLE
COVER ARTIST JOHN HENRY HASELTINE / COVER ART HEADER: ROBERT ROYHL
PHOTOGRAPHY GALLATIN HISTORY MUSEUM, BRIAN RIPPLE, STEVE MCGANN
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FOOD & DRINKS SYDNEY JONES, SIERRA HOLMES, ANGIE RIPPLE
MONTANA MUSIC BRIAN RIPPLE, ADELE LASSITER,, BRIAN HURLBUT
STAGE & SCREEN HUGH BURROUGHS
LIVING LOCAL RACHEL PHILLIPS, KEN WALCHECK, LAURA PRINDIVILLE
RECREATION & HEALTH STEVE MCGANN, PETER BRANCACCIO, SIERRA HOLMES, JESSICA CAIROLI
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ANGIE RIPPLE - PUBLISHER
Angie makes Bozeman Magazine happen all while wrangling her three children and adventuring with her husband and living the dream.
NIKKI JUDGE - HOROSCOPE
Nikki is a spiritual counselor and life coach who is happily serving those who have chosen a solo spiritual path.
KEN THORSEN - MT MUSIC
An avid music lover and freelance photographer with three children. Ken or ‘Kenny T’ has been a KGLT disk jock for over twenty years.
STEVE McGANN - RECREATION
Steve McGann has lived in Bozeman since the 1970s. Now retired, he is trying to finally use his history degrees. Or he is in the hills.
CRYSTAL ALEGRIA - HISTORY
Crystal Alegria is the Director of The Extreme History Project.
SIERRA HOLMES - DINING
Sierra Holmes graduated from Montana State with a degree in English this spring and is interning for Bozeman Magazine over the summer.
BRIAN RIPPLE - PUBLISHER
Brian enjoys camping with friends and family, and running sound for live events and bands. He’s an artist, dog lover, and music editor of this magazine.
KEVIN BRUSTUEN - SCREEN & STAGE
Kevin Brustuen lives in Bozeman and can be contacted at kbrustuen@hotmail.com. He is an avid theater-goer.
SYDNEY JONES - BAR BEAT
As a native Montanan, Sydney enjoys exploring the outdoors with her dog Mae. She is an aspiring writer with a love of art, animals, and adventure.
TIM FORD - REAL ESTATE
Tim Ford is a Broker / Realtor® with Bozeman Broker Real Estate in Bozeman Montana.
KEN WALCHECK - RECREATION
Ken Walcheck is a Bozeman resident, and a retired Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks Information Wildlife Biologist.
CRAIG CLARK - MT MUSIC
G.M. at KGLT FM in Bozeman, he enjoys spending time with his son and daughter and being a DJ on Saturday nights on the one and only KGLT 91.9 and online at KGLT.NET
CYNTHIA LOGAN - COPY EDITOR
Cynthia Logan has been a freelance writer and editor for nearly three decades. She assists individuals and corporations to further their branding.
KATHLEEN JOHNS - MT MUSIC
Kathleen Johns is the owner/ founder of Mantra located in Bozeman, MT. Kathleen holds a degree in English Literature from MSU/Bozeman and is an avid high altitude gardener.
STEVE KIRCHHOFF - OPINION
Steve Kirchhoff, 59, is an instructor in MSU’s English and Political Science departments and has been a teacher for 31 years. He lives in Bozeman, his hometown, with his wife Colette.
RACHEL PHILLIPS - HISTORY
Rachel Phillips is the Research Coordinator at the Gallatin History Museum in Bozeman.
KELLY NICHOLSON - RECREATION
Kelly is an adventurer, singer, outdoor educator, and book hoarder.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN KAIJU
John Henry Haseltine
COVER SHOT
John Henry Haseltine is a Livingston-based artist and writer. His first book, Westward & Miserable, a collection of paintings and stories gathered from his past gallery shows, will be out in August 2024, available at Elk River Books. He is currently working to complete a new body of work for a solo exhibition at the Yellowstone Art Museum in Billings, which opens October 26, 2024, and runs through the end of January 2025.
In addition to being a painter and writer, John Henry is a frustrated theater artist, a failed filmmaker, and a reviled musician. He sometimes makes puppets, but they aren’t super functional, and you have to be REALLY careful if you want to use them.
A self-taught painter, Haseltine is primarily inspired by American primitive painting and regional folk art, as well as by mid-century kitsch and punk-adjacent art from the 70s and 80s. He draws from his experiences working in other mediums and his fascination with storytelling to create paintings and sculptures that function as visual narratives.
Utilizing toys, puppets, performance and comics in addition to painting, Haseltine explores how both self-produced folk art and kitsch mass production equally contribute to the legacy of western mythology. He’s interested in the parallels between historical western expansion and contemporary gentrification in the region, as well as in the ways stories can be manipulated to represent local and personal identities.
John Henry’s initial artistic obsession was filmmaking; he graduated from Emerson College in 2009 with a degree in film production, but an insurmountable distaste for collaboration and the tendency
to make films that were more or less sequences of stagnant westernthemed images drew him to both Livingston and painting.
Like many artists before him, John Henry finds Montana’s geography and history a limitless source of inspiration, despite rarely venturing outside his home studio or opening his blinds. He’s comforted in the knowledge that the vistas are out there, and will eventually get out and poke around some. He hears it’s amazing!
For more information and updates, visit www.johnhenryhaseltine. com or find him on Instagram @alittleboynamedjohnhenry G
HALFWAY THROUGH THE YEAR BOZEMAN REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT
Tim Ford – Real Estate Broker
As we pass the halfway mark of the year, it’s an opportune moment to review the real estate market in Bozeman over the past six months.
SUPPLY SIDE ANALYSIS
After several years of decline, the number of new listings has increased. From January 1st to July 1st, 608 single-family homes were listed for sale in the greater Bozeman area. This is up from 548 new listings last year and 585 homes in the same period of 2022. While this year’s figure exceeds the 592 listings of 2021, it is still below the 649 homes listed in the first half of 2020 and the 722 in 2019.
These figures reflect a 10% decline in new listings from 2019 to 2020, followed by another 9% decline from 2020 to 2021. In 2022, the decline was more modest at 1%, but last year saw a further 6% drop. This year’s increase marks a 12% rise from last year, although it remains 15% below 2019 levels.
SALES PERFORMANCE
Despite the rise in new listings, sales numbers have slightly decreased from last year. In the first half of this year, 322 single-family homes were sold in and around Bozeman, compared to 344 sales last year and 348 in the first half of 2022. Sales in 2023 followed a declining trend similar to the number of new listings from 2021 and 2020, when 434 and 435 homes were sold, respectively.
Pending transactions are also down compared to last year. Currently, there are 92 pending single- family home sales, compared
to 113 last year, and 100 the year before. This is a notable decline from the pandemic years, when there were 156 pending sales in 2021 and 230 in 2020.
MEDIAN SOLD PRICE TRENDS
After a decline last year, the median sold price for single-family homes has risen this year, both inside and outside city limits. In the first half of each year, median sold prices climbed 37% from $523,317 in 2020 to $715,000 in 2021, and another 26% to $900,000 in 2022. Last year saw a slight 2.7% decrease to $875,000, though this was still 22% above 2021 prices. This year, the median sold price increased by just over 8% to $948,950.
Homes outside city limits tend to be more expensive. Restricting the data to singlefamily homes inside city limits, the median sold price increased by 42% from $477,750 in 2020 to $678,400 in 2021, and by another 18% to $800,000 in 2022. Last year, this number decreased by 5% to $760,000. This year, the median sold price inside city limits is up almost 4% from last year at $789,000, slightly below 2022 levels.
MARKET DYNAMICS
The month’s supply of homes for sale, a measure of how long it would take to sell all current listings, has increased towards pre-pandemic levels. Generally, anything below a six-month supply is considered a seller’s market, while anything above is considered a buyer’s market. Starting around 2017, it consistently hovered around three months. In 2020, it dropped to
around and below one month, and remained there through 2021. It increased slightly to around three months in 2022, and has risen to around 4.5 months this year. Some consider a “normal” or “healthy” market to have a five-tosix-month supply of homes.
The median days on market has also returned to pre-pandemic levels, but is slightly down from last year. In 2021, the median days on market plummeted to just five days, down from 25 days in 2020, and 23 days in 2019. It continued to fall to four days in 2022. Last year, it increased to 21 days, but this year it has decreased slightly, to 17 days.
INTEREST RATES
Interest rates remain volatile, and should be monitored frequently by serious buyers. At the beginning of the year, many anticipated that 2024 would see interest rates drop below 6%, but this has yet to materialize. Currently, they are slightly up from recent averages, hovering around 7%, depending on factors such as down payment and credit score.
The included data reflects sales of homes in the greater Bozeman area, including Four Corners, Gallatin Gateway, Bridger Canyon, and within Bozeman city limits. The data includes home sales reported through the local Big Sky Country MLS, and does not include private party sales, condominiums, or townhomes. T
Tim Ford is a Realtor® with Bozeman Brokers Real Estate in Bozeman Montana. He can be contacted at 406-209-1214.
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JANUARY 1 - JULY 1, 2024
BEER CHICKEN VINYL
HOP LOUNGE
Growing up in Montana allowed me to experience an extensive selection of barns in a large variety of ways; I’ve swung from the rafters of a barn to drop into hay on a hot summer day; I’ve been a bridesmaid in a wedding held in a barn; I’ve investigated barns in the light and in the dark, but, until recently, I’d never had a meal in a barn while BMX bikers rode insane trails on big screen TVs on either end of the building. It wasn’t until I visited the Hop Lounge [93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman] that I was given that opportunity. And, in my experience, one trip to the Hop Lounge will lead to many more trips to the Hop Lounge—for the convenience, the affordability, the friendly staff, the tacos, the trivia...
I spoke to Kevin Porto, head of operations, to get all the details and history of the Hop Lounge. Kevin moved to Montana 14 years ago, first to Missoula for photography school, then to Big Sky, where he worked as a server and bartender at Chopper’s for three years, and then to the Flathead area, where he held various jobs at Flathead Lake Brewing Company for eight years, ending up as a brewery rep. His experience in the service and beer industries helped him make a smooth transition to owning and operating a Bozeman’s Choice restaurant/bar.
ANGIE RIPPLE: How was the Hop Lounge conceptualized?
KEVIN PORTO: The idea came up around 2018 and I pitched it to my two business partners, Ben Reed and Brian Soule, as an all-Montana craft beer tap room with 50 tap handles. I thought we had gotten to the point that, as a state, there were enough breweries that were brewing award- winning, world-class beers, and that it would be a really cool concept to try and bring all those styles, all those breweries into one place. One of the other parts of our concept is that most of the beers are on rotation; we only have four or five tap handles that are pretty constant, the rest is on rotation with seasonal and very rare one-off styles.
We really wanted to open a unique space in a unique building. Luckily, we found the historic 1919 barn, which was the old Book Barn, and we just fell in love with the space, the open loft feel. It was originally built as a dairy processing farm in a town between Manhattan and Belgrade, called Central Park. Both the old Northern Lights barn and the Hop Lounge Barn were bought for $1 and moved to their current locations just off Huffine Lane in the mid-1990’s.
AR: What would you like people to experience when they walk through your doors?
KP: Basically when people come in, they’re greeted by the cashier; we do things a little different: you order and pay for your food downstairs, then go upstairs to the dining room / taproom area, and we bring the food up when it’s ready.
As far as the experience, it’s casual, it’s quiet, it’s a little darker, and we’ve got tables and booths so you can pick your spot, and if you want a nice quiet conversation, you can go into the really tall booths, and then the rest is kind of like a German beer hall kind of vibe.
Our slogan is ‘Beer, Chicken and Vinyl.’ We initially weren’t going to do food, but the layout of the building was kind of too big to not do food, and too small to do a full menu. So we developed a rotisserie chickenbased menu. The music side is, I used to DJ in Chicago back in the day, and I have a really big vinyl collection. So we have a DJ booth with some turntables, and we’re really big into the music side of it.
AR: What would you say makes Hop Lounge unique in the Bozeman food scene?
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Angie Ripple
KP: One of the things that separates us from some of the other taprooms, especially ones in town here, is that we actually go pick up beer from breweries that don’t distribute to Bozeman. So we always have exclusive stuff on tap that you won’t find anywhere else.
I go out to the Flathead area quite a bit because I’m familiar with the area; we bring in stuff from Bias Brewing and Ronan Co-op from Missoula; we bring in beer from Tamarack, Conflux, Guild, and OddPitch Brewing. And then we’ll have stuff from 2 Basset in White Sulphur Springs, and Galleys, up in Lewiston. We really love developing relationships with the newer breweries. We just did an event with Sawdust and Steel, the new one out in Three Forks.
We’re pretty much the only one that’s doing rotisserie chicken roast; you don’t see a lot of rotisserie chicken around. We’re west of town here, where it’s kind of all booming, and there’s still not much to choose from out towards Four Corners. I used to live west of Four Corners; another thing that was really appealing about this space was that, sometimes, going downtown can be a challenge as far as parking and all that.
As far as unique, I’m sure I’m missing a lot of stuff, but our bar top is a solid piece of Black Walnut, and the Gallatin River is carved into it. We had some engineers plot it out to scale from West Yellowstone to Four Corners, so it’s an accurate representation of the Gallatin. That’s kind of our showpiece as far as the dining room area.
We have Trivia Nights on Tuesdays. Since we are big into music, we’ve partnered with KGLT, and every Thursday we have a different DJ from the radio station come and spin records. And we’ve got two of the largest television screens in town; we like to play
outdoor adventure stuff—skiing, snowboarding, kayaking, biking, that kind of stuff.
AR: What menu item do regulars keep coming back for?
KP: Everything is based off our fire roasted rotisserie chicken, and we make everything fresh in house, from scratch. We have no microwave. No freezer. Our most popular items are probably chicken tacos, and then (I’m a little biased, obviously) I think we have the best nachos in town. We hand cut the tortillas to order and deep fry them for the chips.
KP: I can’t put my finger on it, but something has always drawn me to Bozeman. Being from the Midwest, coming from Chicago, I’ve always loved living in the mountains. I went all over Colorado, Wyoming and Idaho, and there was just something about Bozeman that really stuck with me. I really like the general attitude out here; it fits my personality really well. And all the outdoor activities… I think a lot of people move out here for skiing and snowboarding, or fishing, and I love doing all of that.
AR: Is there anything coming up that you would want readers to know about?
And, since we do have such a simple concept, we have 14 sauces, and we mix it up all the time, so you can have a little bit of a different experience even if you’re ordering the same menu item.
Our 50 Montana draft beer rotators are also a big draw.
AR: Do you have a favorite menu item?
KP: Yes; mine would be the Carolina pulled chicken sandwich. We serve it on a toasted potato bun. It’s our shredded chicken with scratch-made Carolina sauce and fresh coleslaw.
AR: What do you personally enjoy most about being part of the Bozeman community?
KP: Well, we do intend on doing a really fun Oktoberfest at the end of September out on our patio. It should be open by then. Our deck upstairs is open now, but the patio is just being wrapped up.
We’ll also keep doing our KGLT nights on Thursdays from 7-9 PM, and Trivia every Tuesday beginning at 6:30 PM. I recommend coming early for trivia; we often are full by 6 PM, so don’t be late.
With your interest piqued, lunch or a night out at the Hop Lounge sounds like a pretty great adventure. If you haven’t had the chance to experience a Montana barn, this is just about the best chance you’re going to get. R
Angie Ripple is the mastermind behind Bozeman Magazine, and is often hungry.
HOP LOUNGE
FOOD STYLE
Roasted Chicken many ways
beers on tap, Coca-Cola products
11:30 AM–10 PM every day
FOOD & DRINKS
APRÈS /Ä-PRĀ/ NOUN - COMING AFTER IN TIME, TYPICALLY SPECIFYING A PERIOD FOLLOWING AN ACTIVITY
- OXFORD DICTIONARY
Sydney Jones
Opening a new brewery in Bozeman is no easy task. Many have tried and failed, closing their doors after a few years, or even just a few months. But one step into Après Brewing, and it’s clear this place is here to stay. Located where Bunkhouse Brewing used to be, Après turned the place around as quickly as possible, re-opening with an impressive new vibe in just three short months. This allowed the location, 1216 W. Lincoln St., Suite A, to stay popular amongst beer drinkers, but with a new look, new drinks, and a brand new atmosphere.
The term Après, although not exclusive to skiing, is used in areas where winter and outdoor sports are prevalent, and is certainly wellknown throughout the state of Montana. The main idea is to take a break after a hard day at play, usually in a good atmosphere with a cold beer in hand. Après has taken this definition and brought it to life, not only in their space, but also in their beers. Brightening up the interior with additional windows and relaxing lighting, they brew up delicious drinks for every taste. It is the ideal place to stop in after any outdoor activity, no matter the sport or season.
Co-owner Tyler Nail is no stranger to the brewing process. Having been in the business for about 15 years, he has seen and done it all, but admits there is always more to learn. From Colorado to San Diego and all around Bozeman, Tyler has experienced the ins and outs of breweries, but found himself inspired by his father to branch out and start his own business, something he was able to do with the support
of co-owners and the existing space and equipment. His impressive knowledge and great taste in beer has helped craft many delicious staples, but also some unique malt beverages. Options like the hard, iced Après-Tea, and Big Sky Blend, a wine and beer hybrid, bring a sense of creativity to this brewery. These blends, along with the more classic beers, show the love and understanding Tyler has for the craft. His appreciation of the science and time that goes into brewing is clear with each and every sip.
Having only been open since March 14th, Après has already found its place. With both established regulars and new guests frequenting the bar, there is a little bit of something for everyone. For those looking to sit back, relax, and enjoy the weather, there are plenty of comfortable outdoor options in the shade or the sunshine. Guests interested in fresh air and fun can throw bags on the custom Après logo cornhole boards. Otherwise, customers can escape the heat and step inside the air conditioned space to cool off with an even colder beer. Plenty of fun indoor games await those interested in continuing a competitive afternoon. The recent addition of their happy hour (one dollar off all pints Monday through Friday from 2 to 5 p.m.) is a steal, and with beers as low as $5, Après is the perfect place to stop for an afternoon break.
Lighter beer options include a delicious locally made favorite, the Chairlift Lager. With one hundred percent of the pilsner malt sourced from the Gallatin Valley Malt Co., this beer is described as “perfect
to slam on the lift between laps or while floating down the river.” It’s a light beer that is easy to drink, and gone before you even know it. Equally light and easy to drink is the Summit Sour, a tart mango that’s not as sour as it sounds, but is as delicious. This beer is a perfect choice for a summer afternoon drink after work.
No matter what beer you might be drinking, they all complement the beautifully put together charcuterie boards from Graze Craze, located in Bozeman. These elegant and delicious boards are ready to go, prepackaged for a quick and easy afternoon snack. The various meats, cheeses, crackers, nuts, jams, and olives offer endless pairing opportunities to be washed down by a cold, refreshing beverage.
As an added bonus, some very cool merchandise options are available, both in store and online. With the popularity of the term Après on the rise, this is a great way to grab some gear that shows off that mountain love. Items such as backpacks, tee-shirts, sweatshirts, crop tops, mugs, water bottles, and more are readily available for fair prices. The logo stands out and gets people talking about this new brewery in town that everyone has heard of, and plans to stop in to, if
they haven’t already.
What makes Après stand out from other breweries are the details. From a warm and cozy ski season ambiance with comfortable seats and beautiful views of the snowfall, to a bright and open atmosphere during the summer, they know how to change and adapt alongside Bozeman. Their strong local ties and community support are evident, and their respect for nature and outdoor sport is clear. The inviting exterior, with chairs made for lounging (and usually a dog or two) gives way to an even more inviting interior, with ample plant life and soft lighting. Games await those who are ready to play, and bar seating is the perfect place to grab a drink alone, and maybe leave having made a friend or two. Inside Après, the conversation is lively, and Tyler Nail can be seen brewing, greeting guests, and genuinely enjoying the convivial atmosphere he and his co-owners have created. J
A native Montanan, Sydney enjoys exploring the outdoors with her dog, Mae. She is an aspiring writer with a love of art, animals, and adventure.
FOOD & DRINKS
If you have driven down Oak Street in Bozeman, you have probably seen a food truck hanging out in the Kenyon Noble parking lot over the years. Low Key Sandwiches’ large green school bus has been parked in this lot and cooking up sandwiches since June 18th, 2018. This truck was conceptualized by former MSU students Jake Rogozinski, Mia Moore, and Ben Inman-Kuehn as a way to create a fun work lifestyle post-college. With reasonable prices and great flavors, Low Key Sandwiches has developed a large fan base since its 2018 opening.
SIERRA HOLMES: How was Low Key Sandwiches conceptualized?
JAKE ROGOZINSKI: My friends, Ben InmanKeuhn, Mia Moore, and I were always working restaurant jobs, and it had always been a dream of ours to start our own. One day, as we were skiing at Bridger, one of our friends mentioned that this truck was for sale. At the time, it was a business called Heap Burgers, but after we found out that it was in our price range, we ended up pulling the trigger and buying it! So it was definitely a spur of the moment thing that happened really fast.
SH: Did you always know you wanted to start a food truck?
JR: No, it was honestly a matter of circumstance that led us to the food truck thing. But more than anything, the reason we wanted to do it was just to serve good food to good people and run a business with our best friends. That has always been what is most important to me, Mia, and Ben.
SH: What would you like customers to experience when they first come to the window of your food truck?
JR: First and foremost, we want customers to experience friendly customer service when they come to the window of our truck. That’s always what I’ve looked for in employees— their ability to treat people like people, and be kind to others. Along with this, I think as we’ve grown more over the years, I feel like we’re a lot of tourists’ first stop in Montana… which is really cool… to be the first place they go to. So I like to give them a warm welcome to Montana through great food and kind service.
SH: What menu items do customers keep coming back for?
JR: Most of our regulars keep returning for our cheese steak or the Banh Mi sandwiches. These are fan favorites that our customers love. The Banh Mi is a Vietnamese sandwich that comes with our house made hot sauce, which is a five pepper pineapple hot sauce and is loaded with pork, daikon-carrot slaw,
Sierra Holmes, Photos: Mia Moore
Asian mayo, jalapenos, cucumber, and cilantro. It’s definitely something you have to try when you come here. People also love our Wild Card burger. They’re both must-haves when you come here.
SH: How is Low Key Sandwiches unique to the Bozeman food scene?
JR: Well, our location is really unique. We are kind of in a bubble here on Oak Street; there aren’t too many lunch places around, which makes us pretty unique to this location. We’re also one of the first food trucks to really get going before the pandemic made food trucks super popular, which I am definitely proud of. We also have a really unique menu compared to other food trucks where you can get more lunch-styled food like sandwiches that have a bit of a twist in their ingredients, like the Banh Mi that I mentioned above.
SH: What do you like most about being a part of the Bozeman food scene?
JR: For a long time, it didn’t feel real that we owned this business. It was this dream coming true that didn’t feel real at the time, but it was so cool to see how much we started to mean to the community over the years. We have become a lot of people’s regular spot
and we just try to go above and beyond to make them happy and show how much they mean to us. I mean, I always say, you only get three meals a day, right? So you have to make sure to make them all count.
With six years of experience serving the Bozeman community, Low Key Sandwiches has become a staple in Bozeman as an easily accessible lunch spot on Oak Street. The food truck is open 7am-3pm, with breakfast served until about 11am every day of the week. If you’re looking for a spot with great service and a crew that is passionate about creating amazingly, flavorful sandwiches with tons of unique ingredients, then head on over to Low Key Sandwiches! S
Sierra Holmes graduated from Montana State this spring and is interning for Bozeman Magazine over the summer to complete her degree in English.
MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS
PART 3
Arts Council of Big Sky
Please join the Arts Council for the second to last night of the 2024 Music in the Mountains free summer concert series. The concerts take place in Len Hill Park in the Big Sky Town Center and is family-friendly and free! Food and beverage vendors will be available. Please remember that NO DOGS, NO GLASS CONTAINERS, and most importantly, NO PERSONAL FIREWORKS are allowed in the park.
DOOM FLAMINGO
AUGUST 8
Doom Flamingo is a six-headed synthwave beast with a Jekyll and Hyde element to the songwriting. Top Gun guitar riffs and Miami Beach poolside lounge-vibes, are all at once contrasted with eerie darksynth soundscapes reminiscent of old John Carpenter films.
Doom Flamingo came together organically through friendships and past collaborations in their hometown of Charleston, South Carolina. The sextet features dynamic vocalist, Kanika Moore, alongside a powerhouse of musicians including bassist Ryan Stasik, of the prolific rock band Umphrey’s McGee.
EMERGING ARTIST - MOTH
MOTH is an electro/funk progressive rock band from Bozeman, MT. Their high energy music, improvisational jams, intriguing songwriting and captivating lighting has made them a southwestern MT favorite for years.
ERICA FALLS AND VINTAGE SOUL
AUGUST 15
Soul singer and songwriter Erica Falls credits her unique vintage sound to her childhood growing up in New Orleans’ 9th Ward, where her parents introduced her to Roberta Flack, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, Sarah Vaughn, and Whitney Houston. Whether on stage or in the studio, she channels a sassy, soulful tone that recalls an earlier era. But Erica cautions her fans: “Vintage soul is not about bringing the listener back to a time of authentic music, it’s about reminding them that it never went anywhere,” she says.
Erica’s latest project re-released album 2018, HomeGrown, that she co-produced showcased her vocals, arranging, songwriting talent, and introduced her to a wider audience in the world of neo-soul. Through out her career, Erica has recorded and performed with icons including Grammy®winner Allen Toussaint, Sting, No Doubt, Joe
Sample, Dr. John, Jennifer Hudson, and John Fogerty, among others. In 2013, she was hand-picked by Lee Daniels to star in the lead singing role of the award-winning film Lee Daniels The Butler.
Her show-stopping performances did not go unnoticed; Offbeat Magazine nominated Erica twice for Best Female Vocalist in which she won in 2017 and 2019. She was also nominated for Best R&B Artist and Best R&B Album.
Erica has toured nationally with renowned New Orleans funk band Galactic as their lead vocalist for the last 5 years, but she made the decision to leave that position and nurture her solo career. Currently, Erica is working on new highly anticipated music and she’s excited to get it out to the world. Stay tuned because the best is yet to come from this Nola Hummingbird!
EMERGING ARTIST - JAZZ CABBAGE
Jazz Cabbage is a four-piece funk and jazz band from Bozeman, Montana. It was formed out of a shared love for infectious grooves and improvisation.
The music draws inspiration from instrumental funk masters such as Herbie Hancock, The New Mastersounds, Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, and John Scofield. Jazz Cabbage is funky, tight, and here for a good time.
FRUITION
AUGUST 22
Fruition’s three-part harmonies and impromptu performances captivated crowds on street corners and in campgrounds in the Pacific Northwest initially, but their remarkable 15-year journey has seen them emerge as a singular force in the world of Americana on some of the nation’s biggest stages. Channeling the delicate, playful, and honest focus on songcraft and vocal harmony of groups like the Beatles and CSNY, the band continues to create timeless and genuine folk, roots, and rock ‘n roll.
Distinguished by three accomplished songwriters and a rhythm section that serves each song with a finely tuned attention to detail and aesthetic, Fruition manages to consistently release a body of work that is both uniquely their own and instantly familiar. 2024 will see them release a brand new studio album, while preparing a 2nd album for 2025 and a full complement of festival and headline touring.
EMERGING ARTIST
TUESDAY NIGHT RODEO CLUB
This all-star collaboration combines the bestof Nashville with the best of the West. A trio composed of 4th generation Montana artist Amanda Stewart and husband and wife Nashville music industry elites Annie Clements and Thad Beaty, the Tuesday
Night Rodeo Club has quickly become the region’s go-to musical experience any day of the week. Running the gamut from stirring Americana to kick-ass Classic Rock, the trio’s calling card is their ability to field audience requests on the fly, making every show unique. Wrapping stunning three-part harmonies and virtuosic acoustic guitars around a largely country and Americana-centered set, songs by artists ranging from Beyonce’ to The Bee Gees are rebooted to the format, providing a fresh, powerful take on everything they touch. Each of these artists could individually write a book on their extensive careers.
THE LIL SMOKIES
AUGUST 29
Blending virtuosic instrumental acrobatics with riveting lyrical craftsmanship, The Lil Smokies have earned a reputation as one of the most electrifying acts in modern American roots music thanks to their exhilarating live show and critically acclaimed studio output. Since forming on the streets of Missoula, Montana, where the group got its start busking back in 2009, the band has performed everywhere from Red Rocks to The Rialto and captivated festival audiences at Telluride, High Sierra, LOCKN’, Freshgrass, FloydFest, and countless more. Their latest album, 2020’s Tornillo, showcases the hard touring four-piece at its most adventur-
ous, teaming up with producer Bill Reynolds (The Avett Brothers, Band Of Horses) for a genre-bending joyride from the hills of Laurel Canyon to the wide-open deserts of West Texas.
EMERGING ARTIST NORTH FORK CROSSING
Founded in early 2021, North Fork Crossing has quickly made their presence known all around Montana. Most notably in the beautiful Gallatin Valley where they live. In a little over a year they have been able to grow their audience to a wide range of listenersconsisting of traditional bluegrass lovers to die hard jam band enthusiasts.
Composed of 5 young multi-instrumentalists, North Fork Crossing can do it all. Their genre resides somewhere in a strange untapped musical realm between Traditional Bluegrass, Psychedelic Rock, Americana, and Folk. The quintet - Cade Slayden (guitar), Ryan Kelly (mandolin), Rabi Phelan (upright bass), Silas Rea (fiddle), and Matt Hickey (banjo) are drawn to having Bluegrass reach a new younger generation of people, priding themselves on their unique sound being the “evolution of string band music”. North Fork Crossing has just recently finished writing an album - which they are now in the process of recording, and look forward to releasing into the world. D
Little Jane on the Green
Inspired by the mountains and prairies of Montana, from the winding passes to lonely dusty roads, The Long Road Ahead is a love letter to Montana. The thoughtful songs tell stories about life at a crossroads, sadness, hope and renewal, inviting the listener into haunting lyrics.
Songs ‘Call a Rat a Rat’ and ‘Lost to the Trade’ pay homage to blue collar life and union workers.
“There is a labor union feel to my new album because my husband is in the IBEW, and I was inspired by his stories, the work, the lingo, and the losses,” explains lead singer-songwriter Ashly Jane Holland. While inspired by linework, the album is a nod to all the trades and the daily sacrifices that the workers make. There is a reason the union labor is called ‘America’s labor force,’ and I hope I captured some of that.”
Little Jane and The Pistol Whips is bringing their toe-tapping blend of Americana/ Country and Newgrass to the popular Music on the Green event at the Bozeman Public Library Sunday, August 11th from 5 - 7 p.m.
Held on the Library’s front lawn, this fun, family-friendly event is a perfect way to spend a Sunday evening, listening to music outside in a mellow downtown environment. Invite your family and friends, bring a blanket or chairs, and get ready to dance! This event is free and open to the public.
Based out of Bozeman, Little Jane has spent the past year promoting their new album, Long Road Ahead. The songs ‘Montana Can’t You See’ and ‘Little Gold Heart’ became
popular with Americana and Indie radio across the country.
Long Road Ahead is a catchy record, with multiple tunes that will sit on repeat in your mind. This is also picking-party music, where old-time Bluegrass rubs elbows with back country Cajun, thanks to the dancing fiddle that is the support star of the show,” says The Alternate Root’s Bryant Liggett.
Lead singer-songwriter Ashly ‘Little Jane’ Holland is thrilled to perform at the Bozeman Public Library, which has long been a gathering place for the community. “It will be a fun concert, and I hope everyone can come!” J
Adele Lassiter handles publicity for Little Jane and The Pistol Whips.
“Long Road Ahead is one of the best albums I’ve heard in a very long time! It’s no wonder, with the line-up of some of Montana’s best and favorite musicians on this recording. This CD is absolutely fresh and alive with energy and honesty. What a joy to listen to! Everybody shines bright… the sound capture is a credit to fine work by a smart sound recording crew…Bottom line: Ashly, your voice is unique, memorable and clearly beautiful.”
- Erik Funk
Adele Lassiter
MONTANA MUSIC
BRIDGER BREWING SUMMER MUSIC CONCERT SERIES
BRIDGER BREWING’S BREWGRASS FEST
NIGHT 1: FRIDAY, AUGUST 9
THE INFAMOUS STRING DUSTERS
MOLLY TUTTLE & GOLDEN HIGHWAY
Get ready for a toe-tapping, banjo-plucking, and fiddle-flying extravaganza as Bridger Brewing in Three Forks proudly presents Bridger BrewGrass, a two-night bluegrass event. Night one will be featuring the legendary The Infamous Stringdusters and the sensational Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway!
Doors open at 6 PM, and at 7 PM, the stage will come alive with the infectious energy of bluegrass as Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, takes the spotlight. With her soulful voice and nimble fingers, Tuttle effortlessly weaves together traditional melodies with modern sensibilities, captivating the audience with each strum and pluck.
Renowned for their boundary-pushing sound and electrifying performances, The Infamous Stringdusters are sure to ignite the crowd with their blend of traditional bluegrass roots and innovative musical explorations.
Saturday will include music from Yonder Mountain String Band, Railroad Earth and Leftover Salmon. Tickets for both nights will go on sale Friday, April 5th at 10am MST , so mark your calendars and secure your spot for 2 days of music, community, and the timeless spirit of bluegrass. Tickets are sold separately for each night.
NIGHT 2: SATURDAY, AUGUST 10
LEFTOVER SALMON
RAILROAD EARTH
YONDER MOUNTAIN STRING BAND
But the excitement doesn’t end with the first night. Prepare for another unforgettable evening on Saturday, August 10th as Bridger Brewing continues its two-night bluegrass extravaganza, featuring an incredible lineup
of talent that will keep your feet tapping and your heart singing. The gates of Bridger Brewing will swing open again at 6 PM, and kicking off the festivities at 7 PM.
With their unparalleled musicianship and infectious enthusiasm, Yonder Mountain String Band has been pushing the boundaries of bluegrass for over two decades.
Railroad Earth are the masters of improvisation and pioneers of progressive bluegrass. With their eclectic blend of folk, rock, and Americana influences, Railroad Earth creates a sonic tapestry that transports listeners to another realm, where the boundaries of genre blur and the music flows freely.
Leftover Salmon is a powerhouse of roots music that effortlessly blends bluegrass, rock, country, and more into a sound uniquely their own. With infectious energy and irresistible grooves, Leftover Salmon is sure to have the crowd on their feet from the first note to the last.
While currently on tour together, the order that the bands will play that night are unknown as they are changing it up each night of the tour so make sure to arrive early to not miss a note!
So don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of something truly special. Tickets for both nights of this epic bluegrass event go on sale on Friday, April 5th at 10 AM MST, so gather your friends and join us at Bridger Brewing in Three Forks on August 9th and 10th for 2-days of music that will leave you smiling long after the final chord has faded into the night.
KITCHEN DWELLERS
AUGUST 31, 2024
In Dante’s Inferno, the author grapples with sin, its various manifestations, and its consequences. This time ultimately traces a trajectory of self-realization, acceptance, and accountability. Kitchen Dwellers embark on a similar odyssey over the course of their fourth
full-length offering, Seven Devils. The Montana quartet—Shawn Swain [Mandolin], Torrin Daniels [Banjo], Joe Funk [Upright Bass], and Max Davies [Acoustic Guitar]—thread together an immersive and inimitable conceptual arc inspired by Dante’s Inferno and set to a soundtrack of folk-infused bluegrass spiked with psychedelic vision and rock energy.
Continuing their own journey as brothers, they deliver their most ambitious and anthemic body of work yet.
“These tunes deal with the human experience, and Torrin initially drew a parallel between the music and Dante,” Max states. “We explored the connection by correlating each song with a sin. Some of these connections are only apparent if you dive deep into the lyrics. Our goal is to essentially take the listener through our own interpretation of the Inferno story.”
“We didn’t go into the studio with the intent of making a concept album,” recalls Torrin. “I was driving around listening to everything, and I noticed these parallels. To dive deeper, we’re discussing topics like mental health, the human condition, and what we go through on the road. In life and music, everything is recurring and universal. I was reading Dante at the time, and it naturally fit.”
It proved to be a logical next step as well…
Thus far, Kitchen Dwellers have engaged and enraptured listeners with albums such as Ghost In The Bottle [2017], Muir Maid [2019], Live from the Wilma [2021], and Wise River [2022]. Of the latter, Holler. praised how “Kitchen Dwellers have preserved their sense of youthful experimentation,” and Relix proclaimed, “The songs on the new record build on this range, while also reflecting on the group’s Bozeman, Montana home.” Between tallying millions of streams, the band ignited hallowed venues such as Red Rocks Amphitheatre and graced the bills of Telluride Bluegrass, Northwest String Summit, WinterWonderGrass, and beyond.
GREENSKY BLUEGRASS
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Bridger Brewing and Outriders invite you to join us for Greensky Bluegrass on Tuesday, September 10 in Three Forks. Gates will open at 6pm, music will start at 7pm.
For two decades now, Greensky Bluegrass have been building an empire, brick by brick. They are widely known for their dazzling live performances and relentless touring schedule, but that is only the tip of the complex tale of the five musicians that make up Greensky Bluegrass: Anders Beck [dobro], Michael Arlen Bont [banjo], Dave
Bruzza [guitar], Mike Devol [upright bass], and Paul Hoffman [Mandolin]. The five are connected through a deep bond, just as they are seasoned road warriors, they’re a band of brothers who have seen each other through decades of ups and downs, personal and collective highlights, and the moments when life turns it all upside down. These are real people having real experiences. As with traditional bluegrass, they write about their own contemporary day-to-day happenings, emotions, and experiences in the modern world.
The band’s underground die-hard fans pack out venues across the country. They travel in droves and sell out multiple-night show runs at iconic venues like Red Rocks
and The Ryman.
“As songwriters and musicians, we have a need for people to be on board, we’re not just regurgitating the same shit,” explains Bruzza.
Hoffman adds, “we aren’t a band all for money. We did it for romantic reasons such as love, catharsis, and because it mattered to us and the listeners. It would be easy to make decisions based on our needs to eat or the desires of others, but that’s not doing it for love. We love what we do, and we’re grateful for the love we receive in return from the people listening.”
Bruzza continues, “I hope they know we’re doing this for us and them.”
Bridger Brewing has everything you need for an unforgettable live music experience. 360-degree views of six different Montana mountain ranges sit right behind our picturesque stage. Local food trucks are on site slinging delicious eats like fish tacos, authentic paella, fresh poke, and more. Bridger Brewing also offers seamless parking and overnight camping. Our camping package includes access to porta potties and space for a tent or car. Hookups not available.
Join us for a night of unforgettable music, local food trucks, and ice-cold brews at our beautiful outdoor venue in Three Forks. F
EVERY BRILLIANT THING
EVERY BRILLIANT THING
SHEDS LIGHT ON DEPRESSION
Under the direction of Gordon Carpenter, Independent Theatre (in association with Suffer Out Loud and Active Minds MSU) presents Hugh Burroughs in Duncan Macmillan’s awardwinning interactive comedy, Every Brilliant Thing. Performances will take place Fridays and Saturdays, August 16 &17, and 23 & 24 at 7pm in the MSU Strand Union Ballroom (enter from the south entrance to the SUB). A single matinee performance will take place Sunday, August 25th at 2pm in the same location.
The story of Every Brilliant Thing: You’re six years old. Mom is in the hospital. Dad says she’s “done something stupid.” She finds it hard to be happy. So you start to make a list of everything that’s brilliant about the world—everything that’s worth living for: 1. Ice cream. 2. Kung Fu movies. 3. Burning things. 4. Laughing so hard you shoot milk out of your nose. 5. Construction cranes. 6. Me. You leave it on her pillow. You know she’s read it because she’s corrected your spelling. Soon the list will take on a life of its own.
Every Brilliant Thing is a play about depression, and the lengths we will go to for
those we love. Performed as theatre-in-theround (where the audience surrounds the actor on all sides) this one- man show calls upon the audience to play characters from the boy’s life, and read items from the list. This heartfelt comedy reminds us to seek out the joys of life, especially those involving other people. This production was created in association with Suffer Out Loud and
“HEART-WRENCHING, HILARIOUS…ONE OF THE FUNNIEST PLAYS YOU’LL EVER SEE ABOUT DEPRESSION—AND POSSIBLY ONE OF THE FUNNIEST PLAYS YOU’LL EVER SEE…” LYN GARDNER, THE GUARDIAN
Montana State University’s Active Minds and Counseling and Psychological Services.
The Sunday, August 25th matinee features a special talk-back after the show with Suffer Out Loud creator and director, Cassie Jackson. Suffer Out Loud was established in March 2017 with the mission to reduce suicide in Montana by changing the
stigma associated with mental illness, and by creating a community to connect people to credible resources that address mental illness while helping them realize they are not alone. It can be scary to reach out for help, but SOL provides a supportive community for individuals when there is seemingly nowhere else to turn. We reach our communities through mental healthcare scholarships; engaging and informative resource distribution; free community workshops; a well-engaged online community; sponsored events that promote education and awareness; and sales of SOL retail/gear, which spread awareness and initiate important discussions.
Content Advisory: This production contains discussions of depression and suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis or thinking about self-harm or suicide, there is help available. Call or text 988 for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Doors open a half hour before curtain. Open seating tickets are $15 / Students; $20 / General, available at www.hughburroughs.com or at the door. Group tickets are available; for more information call (406) 5224855 or at www.hughburroughs.com D
TOURING YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK IN A TIN LIZZIE
Touring Yellowstone National Park in the 1920’s by automobile was a spirited adventure in itself, especially if your touring vehicle was a 1920’s Model T Ford. The Model T was colloquially known by many during this era as a “Tin Lizzie.” Despite the labeling, it was a very popular and dependable vehicle for that timeframe. By the early 1920’s more than half of the registered automobiles in the world were Fords, and between 1908-1927, more than 15 million Model T’s were built and sold. So, if you decided to visit and drive in the park during the 1920’s, chances were pretty good that you would probably be driving a Model T Ford that had a four cylinder engine, a top speed of 40-45 mph, and a fuel economy of 13-21 mpg. The Model T was more than just a car. Customers transformed it into tractors to pull a plow, into fire engines, into snowmobiles with tracts in the rear and skis in the front, and even into a roving mobile church. The 1927 Model A replaced the long- standing Model T after 18 years of its having been on the market.
More expensive vehicles during the 1920’s also toured the park, but were fewer in number than the Model T Ford. Some of these may have included the 1926 Packard Twin, 1927 Willy’s Overland Whippet 93a, 1929 Hudson Roadster, 1920 Nash Touring, 1929 Cord, 1929 Studebaker Roadster, 1929 Duesenberg Model J, and possibly a 1920 Rolls Royce.
During the years from 1919-1929, North America experienced the rise of the Roaring Twenties. With the ending of WWI, the nation’s economic status, including employment gains, improved dramatically, paving the way for Americans to buy more automobiles, and to travel as never before. The savings from mass production of the Model T allowed the purchase price to decline from $780 in 1910 to $290 in 1924 ($5,156 in 2023 dollars). During the summer of 1920, some 5,000 cars flooded Yellowstone Park.
If you decided to drive a car in Yellowstone Park, you were required to stop at a park entrance ranger station and get a park permit that was good for the entire season and expired on December 31st. The cost of the permit was $7.50. Today’s automobile entrance fee, in contrast, is $35.
A second item of importance to purchase on your park visit during that time was a Yellowstone National Park Automobile Blue Book, which was a standard road guide to Yellowstone. This would cost you an additional ninety-five cents for the booklet, but was well worth the price for the detailed information it provided.
The Blue Book was informative, and covered essential items to take on your tour, which included tire and repair equipment and accessories. It also provided a detailed map and points of scenic interest in Yellowstone, four hotel and five campground locations, a 146.9 road
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The Gee family and friends pose before a Model A Ford sedan on the Gee Ranch at Reese Creek, circa 1929. Photograph courtesy of the Gallatin History Museum.
mileage guide map providing one-way driving directions, information on park wildlife, and locations of stores, gas stations and park entrances. It offered additional information on driving restrictions, including speed limits, use of car horns, lights, muffler cut-outs, and the distances vehicles had to keep between each other. Interestingly, the Blue Book provided no information on bear and bison safety precautions for visitors, dangers of feeding wildlife, and, surprisingly, no information on the potential dangers of visiting thermal areas, nor restrictions on throwing items into thermal pools.
The Yellowstone Blue Book’s suggested List of Equipment and Accessories to take on the Yellowstone Park auto tour included 67 items one should seriously consider taking on the road trip. Tires were a major concern for travelers. Flat tires and blow-outs could take all of the fun out of a trip in the park. New tires purchased during this timeframe had a life expectancy of 2-3,000 miles, but during this period on the road, you probably would have removed and patched your tire tubes several times. Tire repair equipment recommended by the Blue Book to take on your Yellowstone tour included: two demountable rims with extra tires; two additional tubes in bags; two blowout patches; one blowout shoe; one brace to fit rim bolts; a good set of tire tools;
tire and tube repair material and kit; air valves and caps; an air pressure gauge; talc for tubes; a hand tire pump or engine pump, and a dependable heavy duty car jack.
A roll of 12-inch chicken wire was also considered a priority item to take with you. On sandy stretches of park roads, drivers could anticipate getting stuck. If so, you would have to work the wire screen under the drive wheel and corresponding front wheel. That would provide sufficient traction to get you out of trouble. Deflating tires in such areas to provide more tire surface area and traction was also recommended.
The park roads also had rough stretches where your radiator could be damaged by a stone, which would result in a leak and a loss of water. Your repair solution recommended by the Blue Book was to take a bolt of sufficient size with a nut and a leather and metal washer at each end, and, after passing the bolt through the radiator opening where the leak was, tighten the nut. If you broke a car spring, a ball of heavy binder twine proved to be invaluable. After jacking the car up to sufficient height, you would then insert the ball of twine between the axle and the frame, which provided plenty of “give” to break the jar of a bump, enabling you to drive to the nearest repair station. On big hills and hot days, radiator overheating due to the lack of a water pump was also a problem. If this occurred, you could count on waiting a couple of hours for the radiator to cool down, allowing you to then add more water.
The early Model T’s had a 10 gallon fuel gas tank located under the front seat. Later models had the fuel tank installed on the firewall underneath the dashboard. The Model T did not have a fuel pump, and relied on gravity feed to send fuel to the carburetor. Driving up steep hills with pre-1924 Model T’s presented a real problem due to insufficient fuel reaching the carburetor. Drivers would then be forced to power the car up the hill backwards, in reverse gear. Such delays presented a major difficulty in reaching your campground or hotel destination for that day’s travel.
Having a major car breakdown on your tour presented a serious problem. The Blue Book provided no information on who to contact during an emergency. Phone service was available in the park at various locations. Calls cost 25 cents for the first minute, and 15 cents for each additional minute. Finding phone service, or help at your breakdown site could be difficult, and calling for an available towing service could also present a problem. The White Motor Service in the park did have service vehicles, and they probably offered towing services for vehicles stranded in the park.
The Blue Book provided the following information on wildlife: “The wild animal paradise contains 30,000 elk, several thousand moose, innumerable deer, many antelope, and a large, increasing herd of wild bison. There are two buffalo herds, one known as the tame herd, the other as the wild herd.” The wild herd was classified as a remnant population, a herd containing fewer remaining numbers of the enormous herds that used to fill the western plains. Information on current park bison numbers was not provided, and no explanation was given as to what “tame” bison meant. I was also curious to know how park personnel determined the Park’s elk and moose numbers at this early timeframe, especially when no aerial big game survey service was available, and the park service did not have any wildlife biologists to monitor wildlife activities.
Despite the limitations of auto road travel in Yellowstone Park during this early era, one would encounter few visitors in the park, and there were no vehicle-bear road jams to worry about. Traveling at a park speed of 25 miler per hour also provided additional time for visitors to enjoy the many extraordinary features the park offered, including hot springs, geysers, mud volcanoes, paint pots, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, fossil forests, wildlife observations, and a wide variety of other scenic attractions. A tour of the park in a Model T Ford during the ‘20’s must have been an adventure in itself, one most visitors would have thoroughly enjoyed, especially if you could tour the entire 146.9 mile grand loop road without any flat tires, engine problems, or other car failures. If so, you could label yourself a happy camper. K
Ken Walcheck is a Bozeman resident, and a retired Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks Information Wildlife Biologist. He continues to write Montana natural history wildlife articles.
There is a theory, rooted in ancient folklore, that a veil exists between a world of magic and our earthly realm. Every day, unbeknownst to us, amidst the hustle and bustle of everyday life, mythical creatures flitter and flutter about, making mischief, merriment and magic. Some people also believe that at certain special times, or under unique circumstances, the veil is lifted and we are able to catch a glimpse of the enchantment. To enter the fairy village known as Bumblewood Thicket, tightly nestled into the brambles and rambles at Glen Lake Rotary Park on Bozeman’s north end, is to experience this phenomena first hand. Each year, for just a short time, the veil between worlds is pulled back and these trails are alive with life – fairy life. Every corner of the forest is rife with magic and wonder, and unexpected surprises behind each twist and turn.
In its fifth year, Bumblewood Thicket Fairy Village is the handiwork of a team of artists and makers who come together with the support of Random Acts of Silliness. The goal of Random Acts, a nonprofit, is to spark creativity and build community throughout the Gallatin Valley with unique art installations, original theater and, well, random acts of silliness. Bumblewood Thicket is their signature event and attracts nearly 20,000 visitors during its three-week run.
The first fairy village came together during the COVID pandemic. Like most of us, Danielle Thomsen, Random Acts co-founder and Executive Enchantment Director, was at home in isolation, looking for ways to stay creative and keep her kids busy. She and several neighborhood families came up with the idea to build an impromptu fairy village in a small offshoot of Graff Park that they affectionately call ‘the Fairy Trail.’ If you have ever walked this section of the Sourdough Trail, you’ll know exactly where it is. There were no applications, no guidelines, no artist stipends. They didn’t ask anyone’s permission. They simply built their fairy houses and spread the word throughout the neighborhood. This fairy village was unveiled to great delight.
“Two or three times a day,” remembers Thomsen, “we’d go check to see what people added, and we’d be stopped on the trail by someone who had seen the village and was excited to tell us about it. That’s when I got the idea to do it on a larger scale.”
One of the first people Thomsen reached out to was Anna Visscher, now Chief Shenanigans Officer at Random Acts, who created the “Flights of Fancy Flight School” for the first official village. “Because it was during COVID,” Visscher says, “we found ourselves in a unique situation. Art shows had screeched to a halt, galleries were closed, and many artists were out of work. People were game to try anything.” Thomsen agrees; “One of the silver linings of COVID was that people were open to trying new things. Everyone recognized the need for something to make people feel better. Ordinary rules just didn’t apply.” With enthusiastic support from the Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVLT), the first official Fairy Village, Flutterby Thicket, opened to the public in September of 2020.
Both Thomsen, Visscher, and the other fairy architects were astonished by the public’s reaction to their creation. They would check the space every day to ensure that everything was in order and that the fairy houses were not being disturbed. Oftentimes, they would be approached by random visitors, some misty-eyed, others openly weeping, overwhelmed with gratitude for what had been created.
2024
Laura Prindiville
Everyone, it seemed, had been looking for an outlet — something safe, imaginative, and positive, that allowed a small distraction from everything that was getting thrown at them.
“Everyone felt so powerless at that point, so the idea we could do something to make a difference for people was really profound,” says Visscher. From that point on, the Fairy Village became a permanent feature in Bozeman’s artistic landscape.
While some may see a fairy village as all sparkles and fairy dust, Thomsen and Visscher share a clear vision and a strong sense of purpose. For the artists as well, this is serious business. To be an official ‘fairy architect,’ one must go through a rigorous application process and provide detailed plans and a backstory for their structures, as well as examples of previous works. Once selected, fairy architects work closely with the Random Acts team in a collaborative process to build and install their fairy businesses and homes. The depth of the narrative behind Bumblewood Thicket, added to over the years by Thomsen and Visscher, might surprise some.
For instance, clear guidelines determine how big houses can be (based on a uniform fairy height, of course), what they can contain, and what they can or can’t be made from. Local and naturally sourced materials are encouraged, to make it look as if the fairy village really did rise out of the mist. It’s all about maintaining the mystery. “What we really want is for all of the houses to look like they were made with things found by the fairies in that section of the woods,” says Visscher, “like how an actual fairy house in the woods would look. But we also have accepted that there will be variation in style and that is part of the magic in this recipe.”
After five years, Thomsen and Visscher have learned what works and what doesn’t work, and the results reflect this. The fairy houses of Bumblewood Thicket are more than simply craft store-inspired little kid fantasies. These are true works of art. Each year, the artists and makers chosen to be fairy architects come up with more intricate creations and elaborate narratives, and the level of craftsmanship continues to rise. “The most difficult thing,” says Kenda Minter, local artist and two-time fairy architect, “is meeting my own expectations. I want to make something enjoyable but I also love to challenge people. I want people to think ‘how did they do that?’ The hardest part is figuring out how to get people to ask that question.” Visitors to the Village include all ages, genders, and walks of life, many of whom come not for the twinkling lights and fairy-feels, but to appreciate the craftsmanship of thoughtful, intricate, and radical architectural art in miniature form.
One of the other things about being a fairy architect that is unusual to Random Acts is the fact that artists are paid for their creations. Funding for visual arts is tough to come by these days, and artists are often forced to choose between projects that excite them, that allow them to explore and expand their creativity, and those that pay the bills. Since day one, the team at Random Acts has held firm in the belief that artists deserve financial and promotional compensation for their work. Marla Goodman has been involved in nearly every Random Acts installation since the beginning. “The support and infrastructure RAS provides,” she shared recently, “has a huge value to artists, and the monetary compensation they offer makes it possible for artists to prioritize outreach work. It allows them to carve out time to create wonderful experiences that feed the heart of our community.”
Community is at the heart of everything this nonprofit does. Random Acts of Silliness stands out among arts organizations in Montana because of its commitment to equal access. All of their work is available to the public, in accessible public spaces, free of charge. This is what compelled Jamie Saitta, Recreation Manager of the City of Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department, to get on board as a program partner. “They are wildly creative and passionate about creating equal access to the arts and offer experiences to people who may not otherwise have them, free of charge,” says Saitta, “It’s truly remarkable to watch them work their magic — activating public spaces in a completely new way. It has a tremendous impact on individual lives and our community.”
Shasta Winston has visited the Fairy Village with her family every year since the very first. “It’s magic,” she declares. “Every single year it is magic, but magic in completely different ways.” Because the materials and the place are both so familiar, her family experiences the art differently than they would if it were in a gallery or behind a paywall. It encourages them to think differently about their environment. After all, if the trail they take every day can, overnight, become a fairy village, and the trees and flowers they see on a regular basis become fodder for fairy life, what else can happen?
“The real magic,” says Visscher, “is in the gift the artists give to the community with their creations, and in watching visitors experience it. It has gone beyond my wildest expectations.”
The 5th annual Bumblewood Thicket Fairy Village at Glen Lake Rotary Park runs from August 30 to September 22, 2024. This year’s village will also offer a free “Fairy Grove” theater experience on Saturday nights, and a Build Your Own Bonanza for those who want to craft their own fairy houses. For more information on visiting the Fairy Village or any other of Random Acts of Silliness’ upcoming programs, please visit www.randomactsofsilliness.com. P
Laura Prindiville is a writer living and working in Bozeman, Montana. She is a firm believer in fairies.
WEDDING PHOTOGRAPH OF CLARA LANG AND ANDREW WIEDENBAUER, JUNE 29, 1900. PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF RAPHAEL LANG
BAVARIA TO MONTANA CLARA LANG’S WAY TO THE WEST
Raphael Lang, Charlotte Mills and Rachel Phillips
One day in August of 2023, a man wandered into the Gallatin History Museum research center and introduced himself as Raphael Lang. He was trying to find information on his great-great-grandmother and asked if we could help him. He explained that he was from Bavaria, Germany, and was staying at a Paradise Valley campground.
His English was exceptionally good, and before long he had laid out all the pieces of his history that he had brought with him from Germany. He showed us some pictures that his “2G” grandmother (as he referred to her) had sent to her family in Bavaria after she emigrated to the United States. We recognized the building in one of the pictures as a historic home on the Flying D Ranch in Gallatin Canyon. We explained how to find the ranch, and Raphael began his journey to discover more about Clara Lang’s life in Montana. While exploring Gallatin and Park counties during the summer of 2023, he stopped at the Gallatin History Museum several times, each time bringing us new information that he had discovered. Before he returned to Germany last fall, Raphael wrote a summary of Clara’s life in Montana, incorporating pieces of his own story and his quest to uncover unknown family history. Here is Raphael’s story in his own words, with a few additions for context.
My name is Raphael Lang and I am from Bavaria, Germany. In 1988, I came to Montana for the first time. My father and I were doing some family research and searching for information about my greatgreat-grandmother, Clara Lang. We stayed for two weeks, and I was sixteen years old at that time. I remember sitting in the car for hours, the beautiful landscape, and some people wearing guns.
Thirty-five years later, in August 2023, I came back to Montana to do more family research in Livingston and Bozeman, but this time I had two months. A lot of pieces of the Clara Lang puzzle are still missing and/or unknown, but what I found out so far is what I am going to tell you now.
Clara Lang, my “2G” (great-great) Grandma, was born October 10, 1870, in Bavaria, Germany, and came to Montana between 1886 and 1892. She left two sons behind in Bavaria, with the plan to bring them to Montana, but that never happened.
On June 29, 1900, she married Andrew Wiedenbauer in Gallatin County. Clara and Andrew homesteaded near the community of Hoffman, located near today’s junction of Trail Creek and Newman roads in Park County.
In 1900, the Trail Creek and Bozeman Pass area was an active coal mining district. Mining in the area began in the 1880s, and several communities grew up around the industry, including the towns of Chestnut, Cokedale, Hoffman, Storrs, and Timberline. At the industry’s height, hundreds of families occupied these communities, which provided schools, company stores, post offices, and of course, saloons. Coal mining in the Bozeman Pass area was short-lived and had mostly ceased by the 1910s.
In 1901, Andy Wiedenbauer overheard a conversation between two men about a murder. He confided in his wife Clara and kept the secret for two more years before telling a friend. The murderer was arrested and brought to trial in February 1903.
The murder referenced here was indicative of the rough and tumble existence of those living in the coal mining districts near Bozeman Pass at the turn of the twentieth century. On April 10, 1901, a dispute between two Trail Creek area residents ended in a murder that deeply affected Clara and Andrew Wiedenbauer. According to a Livingston Post newspaper account of the trial in 1903, conflict between the accused murderer Martin Zidmair and victim George Reider began when Zidmair’s daughter started work as a cook at Reider’s sawmill. At his trial, Zidmair claimed Reider had abused his daughter and the resulting distress of those events led Zidmair’s wife to commit suicide soon after.
On the morning of April 10, 1901, Zidmair stated that he confronted Reider at the sawmill and Reider came at him with an axe. Zidmair shot and killed Reider, claiming self-defense. Reider’s body was buried in a pile of sawdust at the mill, and according to testimony, Zidmair threatened several witnesses to keep them quiet about the killing. One of these men was Andrew Wiedenbauer, Clara Lang’s husband. Zidmair was found guilty and sentenced to hang and his execution day was set for September 4, 1903, in Livingston. Sometime during the night before his scheduled execution, Zidmair hanged himself in his cell, thus ending the saga that had captivated Park and Gallatin County residents during the spring and summer of 1903.
Andy Wiedenbauer died on March 30, 1917, and is buried at the Livingston Calvary Cemetery. Around 1920, Clara Wiedenbauer sold the Trail Creek land and moved to Bozeman. On April 24, 1922, Clara married Josef Nicholas Kurt, who was the foreman of the Flying D Ranch for about eleven years. They lived at the Spanish Creek Ranch, close to the horse stables and next to the bunk house. Josef Nicholas
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AUGUST 2024 SUN SIGN HOROSCOPE
ARIES: Gemini is hosting both Mars and Jupiter bringing the opportunity for socialization and enjoying time with friends and family. Beware allowing yourself to get too much on your plate, not all invitations need a yes. Mercury’s Retrograde starts on the 3rd.
TAURUS: With Mercury retrograde for most of the month in you Fifth House, it’s probably a much better bet for you to postpone any travel until after 29th. If you must travel, expect delays and set-backs. Short trips are fine, but keep it close to home.
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Kurt died July 7, 1934, and is buried at the Sunset Hills Cemetery in Bozeman.
Clara remained on the Flying D during the year following Josef’s death. In December 1934, Clara Kurt entertained a group of friends with card games and tricks at her home on Spanish Creek. She loved dancing, music, card games, and tricks. In November 1935, both Clara and a Spanish Creek neighbor, Mrs. Rutledge Hargrove, were planning moves to Bozeman. To say goodbye, thirty-five Flying D employees held a surprise farewell party for both women at Clara Kurt’s home.
In the 1920s and 1930s, the Flying D Ranch was owned and operated by Harry W. Child and Charles Anceney II. During Clara and Josef Kurt’s residence there, the Flying D spread across tens of thousands of acres between the Gallatin and Madison Rivers, and was a major player in Montana’s cattle industry. To operate this massive enterprise, Child and Anceney de-
employed in Yellowstone National Park doing maintenance for many years. Later, he worked as a custodian at the Emerson School in Bozeman. They were married for twelve years and lived at several different places, including 125 N. Black Avenue (a parking lot today), 514 S. Third Avenue, and Durston Road. Clara died on July 1, 1953, at the age of 82 years. Seventeen years later, her husband Chris Kuebler died on March 26, 1970. They are buried together at Sunset Hills Cemetery in Bozeman.
pended on help from tenant farmers and ranchers like the Hargroves, and from ranch foremen like Josef Kurt. While at the Flying D, Clara and Josef Kurt lived at the Spanish Creek Ranch, where owner Harry Child had constructed a large ranch home. Clara sent a photograph of this house back to family in Bavaria.
From 1937 until 1938, Clara worked and lived at the Baltimore Hotel [220 E. Main St.] in Bozeman. In December 1941, she married (at age 71) her third husband, Christian Kuebler. He was a rancher and was
One of Clara’s two sons in Bavaria was my father’s grandfather. That makes me Clara’s “2G” grandson (great-great grandson). I put my feet where she put hers! Why she came to Montana is still unknown, but since I am here in Gallatin and Park counties, I think I know. It feels just like home!
I would like to thank all the ladies from the Gallatin History Museum, those at the Clerk and Recorder’s offices in Livingston and Bozeman, and all the fantastic people I met: Holly and the Jammin Jackalope Family, Erik and Heidi from the Bear Canyon farm, Alex and Mom from the Firefly Café, the Stern family, Mr. Michael McCleary, and many others.
This summer, Raphael is back in Montana with a few more bits of information he obtained. He is still searching for all he can about Clara Lang, his “2G” grandmother. It has been a fun experience for our staff to help him reconnect with her. If anyone who reads Raphael’s story knows anything about the people, places or events mentioned, please contact Rachel or Charlotte at the Gallatin History Museum at 406-522-8122. M
Raphael Lang is visiting this summer from Gaissach, Bavaria, Germany. Charlotte Mills is the Associate Director at the Gallatin History Museum. Rachel Phillips is the Research Director at the Gallatin History Museum.
SPANISH CREEK RANCH HOME AS IT APPEARED WHEN CLARA LANG LIVED THERE, 1922-1934. PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF RAPHAEL LANG
CLARA LANG AT THE SPANISH CREEK RANCH, CIRCA 1928 PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF RAPHAEL LANG
Hiking Footwear
Steve McGann
The story goes that on the approach to a Himalayan climb in the late 1970s, a couple of the American climbers decided that wearing their huge waffle-stomping boots made no sense. They made the long approach hike in sneakers. At that time, exercise for its own sake was at its beginning. For any athletic endeavor—climbing, baseball, hunting—it was considered necessary to worry about conditioning only immediately prior to the event. There were no coaches for nutrition, flexibility, or strength, let alone psychological motivation. Babe Ruth was said to exist on beer and hotdogs. Getting in shape for something did not mean staying in shape.
So the approach hike to Himalayan summits was considered vital to acclimatization, conditioning, and toughening the climber’s feet. These hikes took weeks, and covered many miles. The heavy leather boots had to be broken in, gotten used to, made flexible. Thus, the mountaineer could arrive at base camp ready to assault the mountain. Or, just as likely, they could arrive with their feet in bloody ribbons.
The boots that were designed for mountain climbing were also considered necessary for backpacking. Conventional wisdom in the outdoor community held that the support provided for foot and ankle was indispensable for packing heavy loads. There was no ultra-light gear. Hikers bragged about their heavy loads. I arrived for a month-long backpacking course in Wyoming in 1970 wearing a pair of mid-weight boots I had purchased the year before. They were leather, above the ankle high, and had the proper Vibram sole. Yet, when we
were being issued our gear, I was told that my boots were too lightweight. The young instructors and guides were like gods to me, but for some reason I hung on to my boots when they offered to swap them out. The boots did fine, and so did I. Since I had been wearing them for a year, I was spared the blisters and discomfort that virtually every other person on the trip experienced. Later, though, when those boots wore out, I fell into line and bought heavy boots and wore several pairs over the years.
But in the early 1980s a revolution in hiking footwear began. A photo of climbers Roskelly and Ridgeway (who later summited K2), sporting their approach sneakers, was sent to Nike. The idea of a hiking shoe, much lighter than the big leather boots, but stouter than a running shoe, became reality in the Nike Lava Dome. I bought my first pair from Steve Schnee when he had his shoe shop on Mendenhall. A few years later, when he told me the style was being discontinued, I bought two pair, though it strained my budget. I remember they were $33.00 a pair. The Lava Dome has been brought back; I assume the price is different.
By then other shoe manufacturers had joined the trend. There were many choices. Part of the reason for that was the genesis of new sports in the outdoors. Hiking and climbing surged in popularity. Nordic skiing, snowshoeing and snowboarding covered the winter months. Mountain biking and trail running were brand new. A person who participated in all of these activities could possibly have a dozen sets of footwear in the gear closet, everything from plastic high
altitude mountaineering boots to ultra-light trail runners. The retailers and manufacturers loved it.
There are even products that go over your footwear for certain conditions; crampons and micro-spikes, long and short gaiters. There is a subset of footwear for water sports; fishing, kayaking, and whitewater rafting. And it is probably a good idea to have a different pair of socks for each of these shoes. Is all of this variety and expense necessary? Maybe, probably not, it depends. Most of us will not be involved in all of these sports, though in Bozeman that is not unusual. The main aspects are performance and comfort.
Getting back to hiking, we can consider the following points. The ultimate hikers are those who through-hike the long trails. These trails include the Appalachian, the Pacific Crest and the Continental Divide trails, known as the triple crown. These hikers cover up to thirty miles or more a day, walking thousands of miles in a matter of months in all conditions. Almost all of these athletes wear lightweight trail runners. In this case, comfort far outweighs performance. It is not unusual to wear out a pair of these shoes every 300 miles, going through up to 10 pair in the course of the adventure. This is a considerable expense but indicates that, like an army, a hiker must have healthy feet to march. Blisters or other foot conditions can stop a through-hiker in his or her tracks so to speak.
But comfort also includes support, chiefly for ankles and arches. Orthotic inserts for arch support can be used in most shoes and boots if there is not enough in the con-
struction of the shoe. Ankle support usually means what we used to call high-tops, mid height or above the ankle boots. Previously, this kind of ankle protection meant heavier boots. But recently the higher top feature has been incorporated into lighter weight shoes. Decisions, decisions.
Another key factor is shoe weight. The most cold-weather specialized mountaineering boots can weigh up to 9 lbs. a pair. These boots are not made for walking. Lightweight running shoes may weigh just 1.5 lbs. a pair. All other hiking shoes, boots, and trail runners are somewhere in between these extremes. These days, we all know how many steps are in a mile. It is certainly preferable to lift a one pound shoe with each step than it is to lift a two pound shoe. So, buy the lightest shoe possible and simply fly? Well, it is more complicated.
Comfort and support are going to add weight. The answer is to find a balance of padding and sturdy construction, while keeping light weight in mind. There are, of course,
other factors, such as fit, price and style. I have found that a looser shoe performs better for me for comfort. There are times when a thicker sock is preferable, so a loose fit helps. This can also be adjusted with tightness of lacing. You do not want to fall off your shoe, but there is not much worse than a shoe that is too short or tight.
It took me a long time to bring myself to pay over a hundred dollars for a pair of shoes (notice that I remember the Lava Dome price). In this realm, the old cliché is at work—you get what you pay for. You can buy a cheap hat or t-shirt, but please do not buy cheap shoes! That type of frugality can turn a pleasant day of hiking into a suffer fest.
A final aspect is style. We all care what we look like, whether we want to admit it or not. There is a current trend to use any color in shoes as long as it is bright and neon. My favorite is gray; it matches my hair. Come to think of it, some of the neon colors match some hikers’ hair also. That is cool. These days it is hard to find good old gray.
There is usually a brighter hue, at least for trim or accent. But I have begun to evolve and may be sporting a lime, purple, and orange combo soon, but not up top. Just don’t buy shoes on color and style alone; make sure of all the other factors discussed above. There are those who have stuck with the big leather boots. They do not vary and they believe in the tradition. That is great; if they have found what works and the weight is worth it, then fine. Until just recently, I had not backpacked in trail runners. I only used heavy boots in snow but used sturdy hiking shoes with a load. On an overnight in the Bridgers, I wore runners. The Bridgers are unrelentingly steep. Coming down from the ridge to the M trail pounds your foot into the front of your shoe. It is necessary to stop the descent frequently to ease that discomfort. With the trail runners I felt none of that, and they had sufficient support for me. I would not recommend them for scrambling or climbing, but being pain-free coming down a mountain was amazing.
I have not mentioned any brands. There are dozens. I have a couple that I buy and would recommend but there are many that I have never tried, some brands that I may not even be aware of. It is best to do the work yourself. Check online for the shoes that match your needs: casual day hikes, trail runs, overnight trips. Then, go to the shops for advice from professionals. Try some shoes on and make informed choices. And remember, if you are wearing comfortable, well-fitting shoes, you will look good, stylin’ out on the trail. S
Steve McGann’s desk is empty for the summer. Gone hikin’.
MOON LAKE & DEER LAKE
Igrew up in the shadow of NYC and, somehow, I’d never been to the Statue of Liberty. Some things we just take for granted I suppose. I’ve been passing the turn-off on 191 for the Deer Lake Trailhead for 10 years now. I’ve never turned in. I decided not to “take that for granted” any longer.
It’s been a long cold Spring. It was 40 degrees at 7 a.m. as I started to climb and I could almost touch the clouds that sprinted just above my head. You gain about 3200’ in just over 6 miles on this trek and it only gets colder the higher you climb. My silent prayer was that sunshine would be waiting for me above the 9000’ mark and not sleet. A large buck with a full rack stood waiting for me in the first meadow. He was very close and he was magnificent. He turned and proudly
led the way up, although I never did see him again. The bushes and tall grass in the lower meadows were drenched in dew and I was soaked from the thighs down in the 1st mile. I walked faster to generate heat. This is a wet trek with small runnels and rivulets racing into swollen creeks and crashing streams, which all swim flush with ever increasing snowmelt the higher you climb. In the last mile or two, several waterfalls add their deep bass to the ensemble below. Have you ever wondered what the word laughter “looks like” in nature? Well, this is it. Everything sings. All the while, thousands of blinking flowers line the waters edge upon green skirts of moss and virgin grass. They all eagerly await the first warm stab of sunlight; Then they will explode in both harmony and color.
Moon Lake is larger than I expected and worth the climb. But Deer Lake with its green glacial tint steals the show. It sits at about 9200’ and is surrounded by a graceful curve of mountain stone.
A mountain goat and her “kid” were waiting for me. Both lakes still have snow along their shadowed banks. The sun arrived right on queue and a satin blue sheet of Montana sky was pulled overhead. I needed that. B
When not hiking in the mountains that surround Bozeman, Peter and his wife Wendy can be found, most mornings, enjoying the quiet streams and small lakes which surround Valley West in Bozeman.
Peter Brancaccio
Enjoying Your August the Bozeman Way
As August brings another beautiful Montana summer to a close, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by all the things we have yet to do; Bozeman has so much to offer, and three months hardly seems like enough time to squeeze everything in. Visitors and locals alike have the perfect opportunity to enjoy the abundance of summer fun available throughout the month here in Gallatin Valley, and we at Bozeman Magazine are here to help you organize it all. The valley’s largest event calendar can be found at the back of this magazine and on our website, bozemanmagazine. com. You’ll find something for everyone — everything from rodeos to farmers markets, specialized classes, music and dancing, and much more. Some of the most popular August events in Bozeman center around stunning art, incredible music, and delicious food, some examples of which are highlighted below, so you can make sure you don’t miss the perfect activity for you and your family.
SWEET PEA
fun the Sweet Pea Festival has provided for decades. Grab a weekend pass and the whole family, and make unique memories that will last a lifetime! To learn more about the festival, visit www.sweet pea festival.org.
SLAM
The annual Sweet Pea Festival of the Arts is a staple of every Bozeman summer, usually attracting around 15,000 attendees. This threeday celebration August 2nd, 3rd and 4th at Lindley Park features the original creations of artists, flower shows, a parade, music, dance and theater performances, and the Artist Marketplace, where you can buy the work of vendors straight from the creators themselves. There are engaging children’s activities to keep the kids busy while the adults enjoy the beer and wine garden, featuring Montana microbrews. Celebrating its 47th year in business, guests can count on the high quality of
Called “...a guaranteed feast for the eyes, ears and belly” by renowned local artist DJ House, the SLAM summer festival is a free two-day celebration showcasing the very best of Bozeman. From a diversely delectable food truck court to live music and exhibitions, SLAM is a highly anticipated event for locals and travelers alike. Enjoy some food and drink from the food court and beer garden, buy from local artists’ shops, bid on the silent auction, enjoy the live music and performances, create your own art from live artist demonstrations, and participate in family activities for the perfectly inexpensive weekend. SLAM is scheduled for the 3rd and 4th of August in Bogert Park; make sure you don’t miss out on the fun! For more
information on the festival, visit https://www. slamfestivals.org/summer-festival.html.
BRIDGER BREWING BOZEMAN
Perfect for fans of craft beer, award-winning pizza, and live music, Pinky and the Floyd returns to Bridger Brewing’s Bozeman location (1609 S. 11th Ave) for a Back-to-School Block Party Celebration... And this time they’re bringing some friends!! Opening the show (and joining forces for a number of tunes) will be Bozeman favorite, “Dead Sky” - premier Grateful Dead Tribute Band. The concert will also be featuring an event exclusive beer called the “Pink Sky” IPA. Don’t miss your chance to see 2 incredible bands and 4+ hours of classic music in the front parking lot of Bridger Brewing in Bozeman! Check Bridger Brewing’s event schedule to be sure you don’t miss stuff! Find the schedule here, www.bridgerbrewing.com/events.
Jessica Cairoli
MUSIC ON MAIN
A Bozeman tradition for 24 years, Music on Main is the perfect way to enjoy live music and all the fun of Downtown Bozeman in one event. Every Thursday evening from July 11th to August 15th, come to Main Street between Rouse and Black Avenues to listen to incredible music and enjoy mouthwatering food from a variety of food truck vendors. Starting off the month on August 1st is Montana band North Fork Crossing, which describes its sound as a blend of bluegrass, rock, Americana, and folk. Following this beloved local group on the 8th is touring band, Float Like a Buffalo. Join their herd of high energy funk, ska, reggae, and rock mix lovers for an unforgettable performance. Ending the six-week Music on Main series is Michael Weber on the 15th, a lively, dynamic DJ with a nationwide audience, including notable performances at album release parties for Miley Cyrus, Olivia Rodrigo, and Gracie Abrams. Be sure to check out these incredible performers live, and make sure to visit some downtown shops and participate in local nonprofit children’s activities (which include everything from face painting to showcasing animal ambassadors like snakes and hissing cockroaches)! For more information on the event, visit downtownbozeman.org/event/music-on-main-2024. C
Jessica Cairoli is a Gallatin Valley native who loves all things Bozeman, and writing. She’s starting her freshman year at Montana State University this fall.
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THINGS YOU MUST DO WHEN VISITING BOZEMAN THIS SUMMER
Sierra Holmes
The gray clouds have dispersed, the sun is hot, snow has melted, and you look up at the beautiful Bridger range framed by a blue sky. Summertime is amazing, and is made even better by being surrounded by the beautiful scenery we have here in Montana. If you find yourself wondering what to do amidst all the beauty, here are our top ten suggestions for what to do when visiting Bozeman!
GET OUT ON THE WATER
Looking for a way to beat the heat on a hot Montana day? Bozeman Beach (AKA Glen Lake Rotary Park, located directly across from MAP Brewing Co.), is a small beach equipped with a diving dock, volleyball courts, and a sandy beach. As far as water quality, Bozeman Beach can have some algae issues depending on the year, so know before you go. A clean (and cold) water option near town is Hyalite Reservoir—Bozeman’s water source is a fun place to play in the water from the rocky beach, or to paddleboard, kayak or canoe on. Don’t forget your PFD (required) to stay safe in the deep water. Locals know that a Madison River float is a
great way to cool off while basking in the summer sun. Be prepared for a few hours on the water, and remember to bring your sunscreen!
SOAK IN THE BOZEMAN HOT SPRINGS
If you’re ever looking for a relaxing dip or a chance to soak up some heat in a steam room after a long day on the trails, check out Bozeman Hot Springs. After a year of renovations, Bozeman Hot Springs is opening its doors with plenty of new amenities for customers to enjoy. Upgrades include new locker rooms, pools, and plenty more. As always, you can find a sauna, steam room, and pools ranging from icy cold to toasty warm.
HIKE TO THE ‘M’
Whether you are flying or driving into town, you will surely see the ‘M’ as you enter the Gallatin Valley. The giant letter was created in 1915 by Montana State University
students, and a moderate trail meanders its way right up to the collegiate symbol. Take Bridger Canyon Road to the trailhead; a parking lot is located on the left side of the road. The trail winds for 1.7 miles through fields of wildflowers before reaching the ‘M.’
Dogs are welcome on this trail, and kids can manage the hike without difficulty. The views of Bozeman and the surrounding valley are breathtaking.
TAKE A TRAIL RUN
If you visit Montana, it is easy to see that people here like to hike, but another fun way to enjoy the trails is to run them! There are numerous trails in Bozeman that welcome a variety of ability levels, and will deliver some breathtaking views along the way. So, if you’re a runner who typically finds safety on the pavement, you should definitely check out the trails here and expand your horizons!
VISIT THE MUSEUM OF THE ROCKIES
The Museum of the Rockies is the pride of Bozeman. The dinosaur exhibit, overseen until June 30, 2016 by Dr. Jack Horner of Jurassic Park fame, is unmatched. An enormous T-Rex skeleton currently dominates the exhibit, but visitors can see the fossilized bones of several species, many of which were found in Montana. Kids love the Discovery Center, modeled after Yellowstone National Park, on the top floor. Admission to the historic Tin-
sley House is free all summer, and here you will find dedicated volunteers demonstrating what the homesteading lifestyle looked like in Montana. While you’re at MOR, don’t forget the Planetarium.
EAT OUT!
When it comes to the food scene, Bozeman has it all! From Asian cuisine to Wild West fare, there are so many dining options in this town that it might send your head spinning. Along with old favorites, there is an assortment of new restaurants to try, but it is hard to come across a bad meal here. In terms of drinks, there are plenty of local bars and breweries in Bozeman including Bridger Brewing, Outlaw Brewing, and Bozeman Brewing Company.
DANCE DOWN MAIN STREET
On Thursdays throughout July and August, Bozeman shuts down most of Main Street for dancing and socializing at Music on Main. This is a great opportunity to grab your friends and head downtown for some great music. If you’re feeling hungry or thirsty, the streets are lined with local vendors and
great food options for the whole family. This kid-friendly street party has something for everyone and goes from around 6:30-8:30 PM. For a complete schedule, visit downtownbozeman.org.
VISIT A GALLERY
Bozeman, Montana is home to some extremely talented artists who are represented around town in local galleries. If you are looking for a new piece for your home, look no further than one of the many galleries around town. For example, Altitude Gallery on E. Main Street (Bozeman’s Choice gallery for nine years!) is a great location to buy prints from artists like Rachel Pohl and Mimi
Matsuda. Bozeman’s newest galleries include Oxbow and Moreno Galleries, which also offer original art work, along with local art from jewelry makers, ceramicists, and much more.
SHOP THE FARMER’S MARKETS
Bozeman has two farmer’s markets: one on Tuesday evenings in Lindley Park, and one on Saturday mornings at the Gallatin Valley Fairgrounds. Both feature a variety of goods including organic foods from local farms such as goat cheese, honey, and jellies, as well as fresh flowers. Both markets are a great place to purchase art prints and handmade goods such as earrings, bracelets, rings, original paintings, etc. from local artists. Food trucks are also always at these markets, providing tasty food to enjoy as you browse the vendors’ tables.
GET YOUR FLY WET
It would be a crime to leave Bozeman witout wetting a line in one of the many nearby blue-ribbon trout streams. Along with supplying the materials to flyfish including your fishing license Bozeman Fly Supply also hosts educational opportunities. For example, every Thursday from 6-9pm you can attend a fly tying night for free, where you can learn the skill. If you are interested in more of their events head on over to their website!
Bozeman is packed full of things to do — the hardest part is deciding! So whether you’re vacationing in Bozeman or make your home here, everyone should check out these local attractions. The summer months don’t last long, so make your way outside soon and try something new. D
Sierra Holmes graduated from Montana State University this spring and is interning for Bozeman Magazine over the summer to complete her degree in English.
THURSDAY, AUG. 1
MSU STATE DAYS 8am-5pm • MSU Bozeman, 168 Strand Union Bldg., Bozeman • FREE An opportunity for Montana high school seniors to learn about MSU and the admissions process.
BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.
INTRO TO 3D PRINTING 10:15am-noon • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • teens, adults • 406-5707752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn what 3D printing is and how you can do it at BPL.
GYROKINESIS 12:15-1pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A movement method that addresses the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion and creating functional strength through rhythmic, flowing movement sequences.
KIDS PLAYWRITING AND DIRECTING | VERGE THEATER SUMMER WORKSHOP 12:30-2:30pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • $90 • Grades 1st-5th • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com Verge has partnered with The Shane Center to present Kids Playwriting and Directing. Learn the fundamentals of play analysis and use your creativity to write your own play. Directing will teach you about patience and how to work with others.
LEGO CLUB 3:30-5pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • ages 5-11 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org LEGO building, especially for kids ages 5-11 and their caregivers.
TEEN MUSICAL THEATER | VERGE THEATER SUMMER WORKSHOP 4-5:15pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • $50 • Ages 13-18 • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com
Come join Heidi Krutchkoff as she breaks down the art of being triple threat. This workshop will put together one of Broadway’s best group number over the course of three workshops. Each day we will dive deeper into one of the 3 included disciplines.
MUSIC IN THE PARK SUMMER SERIES - ENNIS 5-7pm • Peter T’s Park, 213 Main St, Ennis • no charge • all ages Weather permitting music will take place every Thursday ~ June 27 to Sep 26 from 5 - 7:00pm.
SINGO 6-8pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • 21+ Do you like music? Are you a fan of Bingo? Bring a group for Singo and relax for some fun and beer.
MOR ADULT EXPLORATION SERIES: BIRDS & BREWS 6-8pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $15 member/$20 non-member • 21+ • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Discover avian dinosaur watching with birder and Outreach Program Manager Ashley Hall, learning proper binocular use, bird identification, and eBird tracking over a brew at MAP Brewing Company, followed by a bird-spotting hike along Glen Lake trail.
BREAKING TRIVIA 6-8pm • The Break Room Beer Bar & Lounge, 1011 W College St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065795590 • thebreakroombzn.com Team trivia night for groups up to 8. Free to play, and you can win prizes and gift cards! Prizes awarded after each half, with a bonus for the overall top team. General knowledge, themed rounds, music and picture rounds!
LIVE MUSIC: MONTANA EXIT 6-8pm • Bale Of Hay Saloon, 344 W. Wallace St , Virginia City • 21+ • (406) 843-5700 • www.baleofhaysaloon.com Madison County’s own Montana Exit!
FLY-TYING NIGHT 6-9pm • Bozeman Fly Supply, 2621 W College, Bozeman • FREE Bring your vise, tools, materials, and beverages to tie some flies. This is not a class but an invitation for all to get out of the house, get behind the vise, and have fun with fellow tiers.
MUSIC ON MAIN SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 6:30-8:30pm • Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman • FREE • All ages Music on Main will be located on Main Street from Rouse to Black Ave. Live bands, both local and touring, will be featured in this 6-week series.
BUNKHOUSE TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • Bunkhouse Brewery • FREE • All Ages • 406-577-2130 • www.bunkhousebrewery.com Trivia for all--prizes for top three teams, drink specials & more!
MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS: CAROLYN WONDERLAND 6:3010pm • Len Hill Park, 33 Lone Peak Dr, Big Sky • FREE • All ages The Arts Council of Big Sky is pleased to announce another incredible summer of Music in the Mountains at Center Stage in Len Hill Park in Big Sky.
VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • La Brasserie, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 • www.labrasseriemt.com Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.
TOM CATMULL 7-9pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • FREE • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Tom Catmull presents an intentionally specific mix of originals and covers (Lucinda, Townes, Waits, etc.) that both work and play well together.
THREE FORKS MUSIC NIGHT WITH STEVEN STEPHEN 7-9pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • no cover • all ages • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Come enjoy some tunes!
KGLT DJ NIGHT 7-9pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the vibe that is the Hop Lounge and join the Guest DJ for KGLT Alternative Public Radio DJ Night.
ERIK STUCKY 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the touring singer-songwriter Erik Stucky.
BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!
THE GREY DOG BAR KARAOKE 7pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar. com Karaoke at the Grey Dog Bar
LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com The Tune Up is host to live music multiple times per week.
COUNTRY SWING DANCE LESSONS 8-11pm • Ponderosa Social Club • $10/person • All Ages • 4064516317 • www.countryrenegadesmt.com Join the Country Renegades every Thursday for Country Swing dance lessons at Ponderosa Social Club! All experience levels are encouraged to join for lessons at 8pm and social dancing at 9pm. No partner required! See y’all out on the dance floor!
SGT. SPLENDOR 8-11pm • The Attic, 110 N Main St, 2nd Floor, Livingston • $15 • www.theatticmontana.com An alternative, other / not classifiable, rock group from New York. Kate Vargas & Eric McFadden.
CHUCK BRISENO BAND: A MUSIC ON MAIN AFTERPARTY 8pm • Covellite Theatre, 215 W Broadway St, Butte • $10 Suggested Donation • All Ages • 4063331658 • CovellitePresents.org Chuck is a US Army Veteran, touring the country since 2019 with his full time Country, Blues, Rock band- mostly originals and some older style covers: Waylon and Marshall Tucker etc. Very funky and fun rhythm section.
3RD ANNUAL JERRY GARCIA BIRTHDAY BASH 9pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $20 • 21+ • (406) 587-0585 Roadrunner - Dead Sky - Mike Beck & Kenny Williams - Ella Cole & Friends
MONTANA DELUXE 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
FRIDAY, AUG. 2
MSU STATE DAYS 8am-5pm • MSU Bozeman, 168 Strand Union Bldg., Bozeman • FREE An opportunity for Montana high school seniors to learn about MSU and the admissions process.
TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT MSU FAMILY HOUSING @
PAISLEY PARK noon-1:15pm • MSU Family Housing, Bozeman • FREE • ages 3-11 Explore hands-on learning and play, especially for kids ages 3-11.
BOZEMAN GOLD CLUB 12:10-1pm • First Security Bank, 208 E. Main St,, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-580-1921 • www. toastmasters.org A friendly group of individuals who meet weekly on Fridays at 12:10 p.m. in the basement of the First Security Bank to improve our communication skills.
SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed specifically for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT QUAIL RUN PARK 3-4:30pm • Quail Run Park • FREE • ages 3-11 Explore hands-on learning and play, especially for kids ages 3-11.
47TH ANNUAL SWEET PEA FESTIVAL 3-10:30pm • Lindley Park, 626 E Main St, Bozeman • $30 weekend pass • (406) 582-2291 The Sweet Pea Festival is an annual three-day festival of the arts in Bozeman, Montana.
LIVE MUSIC: BILL DWYER 5-7pm • Bale Of Hay Saloon, 344 W. Wallace St , Virginia City • 21+ • (406) 843-5700 • www. baleofhaysaloon.com Dillon’s own Bill Dwyer, come and support local music!
COLE DECKER 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel.com
DRINK AND DRAW WITH @ARTBYWOLVES 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Celtic music with a family friendly environment.
BAR IX TRIVIA 6-8pm • Bar IX, 311 E Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 551-2185 • www.bar-ix.com Undercover geniuses can try their hand at this spot’s trivia questions.
FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Live local Jazz every Friday while you dine.
CELTIC MUSIC 6:30-8:30pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover Each Friday night Valhalla celebrate Celtic culture with music.
STAND-UP BENEFIT FOR MMIW AND SNOWBIRD FUND 78:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 online, $30 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Three hilarious comedians are coming together to make you laugh and raise awareness and funds for the Snowbird Fund which directly supports the search for missing & murdered indigenous women (MMIW). Come to laugh, and support a great cause!
STRFKR 7-11pm • The ELM • $25-$50 (Adv.) $28 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome STRFKR for a live in concert performance.
JERRY JOSEPH & THE JACKMORMONS 20TH ANNIVERSARY 7pm • Discovery Ellingsen Park, Virginia City • 3 day pass $100 • all ages Celebrate the 20th Anniversary run of Jerry Joseph & The Jackmormons annual run in Virginia City, Montana!
VC PLAYERS OPENING NIGHT: WOLFMAN OF THE WEST + VAUDEVILLE 7pm • Virginia City Players • $17-$30 • 1-800-8292969 x2 / 406-843-5314 The citizens of a sleepy old west town fear something lurking in the surrounding woods. With the arrival of a traveling sideshow fair, hysteria is heightened! Thrills, suspicions, and humor abound. Is there a wolfman in the west?
GALLATIN SPEEDWAY RACES 7:35pm • Gallatin Speedway, 2290 Tubb Rd, Belgrade • Adults $15 · Junior (13-17) $13 · Senior (65+) $13 · Kids 12 & under FREE · Pit Pass $30 • (406) 388-9666 • www. gallatinspeedway.com Gallatin Speedway holds races through mid-September. Friday night races start at 7:35 p.m. Just minutes from Bozeman, Montana, off I-90.
PUBLIC SKATE 8-9:30pm • Ice Barn, 901 N Black Ave, Bozeman • $10 entry/$5 skates • www.gallatinicefoundation.org Join us every Friday, this summer, from 8:00 - 9:30pm for Public Skate!
LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Featuring local and touring music acts.
LITTLE JANE & THE PISTOL WHIPS 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • All Ages • 406-219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com Little Jane & The Pistol Whips have been making folks just like you involuntarily gyrate heads, shoulders, knees, and toes for over a decade all over the Northwest! They are known as one of Montana’s premiere musical talents.
HIAHLI W/ STILGONE & ILLIN DEGENERATES 8pm • Covellite Theatre, 215 W Broadway St, Butte • $10 ADV | $15 DOS • All Ages • 4063331658 • theticketing.co/e/hiahli24 Hiahli (Minneapolis), STiLGONE (Bozeman), and illin Degenerates (Butte) bring a tasty mixture of outlaw country, disco, funk, soul, hip hop, reggae, and psychedelic rock!
BRAXTON KEITH 8pm • The Westerner, 304 Mill St., Gallatin Gateway • $15 • 21+ • thewesternermt.com Braxton doesn’t just play country music. He lives it.
STEVEN STEPHEN 9pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar. com Smooth indie vibes from Bozeman, MT.
BLUEBELLY JUNCTION 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com A Bozeman Rock and Roll band.
FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH AHRI FINDLING 9-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 online, $30 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Ahri Findling is the host for the interactive online game show, LUNA PARK, has appeared three times on Amazon’s SPORTS TALK GAME BREAKERS, and is back in Bozeman for a special late night show!
SAMMY STEEL 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
PONDEROSA BAR TRIVIA 9pm • Ponderosa Social Club, 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-8650 • ponderosamt. com Bar trivia with a 1st place cash prize and a 2nd place prize of a Ponderosa gift card!
BEYOND THE BIG SKY PUBLIC OBSERVING NIGHTS 9pm • Montana Learning Center • $25/Adult & $15/child • 12+ • (406) 475-3638 • montanalearning.org For three weekends this summer, gaze at the wonders of the universe using the largest telescope in Montana!
BRIAN KASSAY 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com MultiInstrumentalist.
LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR OPEN MIC 11pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Join us for the late night version of our Happy Hour Open Mic! With $4 Beer, Wine, Wells and sets, this is the perfect end of the week activity. Stick around for a drink & some laughs. Sign up for 4-5 minute sets at the door!
GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR
JERRY JOSEPH & THE JACKMORMONS
August 2-4 - Virginia City, MT - 20TH ANNIVERSARY WITH: ERIC MCFADDEN, ERIC MARTINEZ, MATT WALLIN
SATURDAY, AUG. 3
PLEIN AIR MONTANA EXHIBITION AND SALE Bozeman Art Museum BAM, 2612 W Main St Suite B, Bozeman • 406-570-1419 • bozemanartmuseum.org See plain air painters capture the beauty of Montana. Enjoy our historic downtown, shopping, dining, social gatherings, and buyer events.
SWEET PEA RUN 7:15-9:30am • Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman • $22 The Sweet Pea Run 5K/10K is a great community event hosted by the Big Sky Wind Drinkers and is one of the oldest running races in Bozeman.
SWEET PEA PARADE 9:30am • Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman • FREE • all ages Including the 3rd annual DOG Parade.
SLAM FESTIVAL 10am-7pm • Bogart Park, 325 South Church, Bozeman • FREE • all ages SLAM is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the arts and art education in the state in a manner that enriches and involves the community.
47TH ANNUAL SWEET PEA FESTIVAL 10am-10:30pm • Lindley Park, 626 E Main St, Bozeman • $30 weekend pass • (406) 5822291 The Sweet Pea Festival is an annual three-day festival of the arts in Bozeman, Montana.
FAMILY STORYTIME 10:15-11am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • birth-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Singing simple rhymes and songs for babies, moving and grooving for tots, reading a longer book or two for preschoolers – this program has it all!
POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. Prize Pool Guaranteed to be at least $1500. Registration Open at 11:30 - late register by ~1:45. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.
LITTLE BEAR SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM 1-5pm • Little Bear Schoolhouse Museum • FREE, although donations will be gratefully accepted • All Ages • 406.600.0464 Open house and tour of historic one-room schoolhouse in rural Gallatin County, Montana. Information about the contextual history of Gallatin Gateway included in the tour.
TEEN RPG RENDEZVOUS 2-3pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Teens • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Explore role playing games like Dungeons & Dragons, Monster of the Week, Honey Heist, and more! Join a single two-hour adventure or begin your own campaign.
BRIAN KASSAY 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel.com Live music.
LIVE MUSIC 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ Live local music each Sunday, check https://valhallabozeman.com/ for details.
25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE 6pm • The Baxter Hotel, 105 W. Main St, Bozeman • $25 • (406) 582-1000 • www.thebaxterhotel.com/ Bozeman Children’s Theatre’s first High School Musical Production with 11 students!!
BRIDGER CREEK BOYS 6:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www.redtractorpizza.com Live, local bluegrass music while you dine.
UNSCRIPTED SATURDAYS 7-8:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Anything can happen when you don’t have a script. Every week a rotation of teams and performers from the Last Best Comedy community will create original, one-of-a-kind shows just for you! All you have to do is show up and laugh.
JAMES SALESTROM 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • All Ages • 406-219-0400 • www.thejumpmt. com Nashville’s James Salestrom, has been rocking stages all around the world for over a decade. His immense talent cannot be overstated and you won’t want to miss his heartfelt originals and raucous crowd-pleasing covers alike! He is simply a delight.
JERRY JOSEPH & THE JACKMORMONS 20TH ANNIVERSARY 7pm • Discovery Ellingsen Park, Virginia City • 3 day pass $100 • all ages Celebrate the 20th Anniversary run of Jerry Joseph & The Jackmormons annual run in Virginia City, Montana!
CREED FISHER THE STARS & STRIPES TOUR 7:30pm • Armory Music Hall, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • $30-165 • 18+ • www. armorymusichall.com This concert promises to be a memorable night filled with raw tunes and heartfelt lyrics that resonate with the spirit of country music. Local up and coming artist Buffalo Burrows will kick off the show with his unique vocals and modern post-western sound.
LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Featuring local and touring music acts.
HANNAH JUANITA 8-11pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $35 • All Ages • 4066243321 • www. livefromthedivide.com Hannah Juanita’s debut record ‘Hardliner’ established her reputation as a full-hearted, free-spirited, and irresistibly genuine honky tonk angel.
MONTANA MARDI GRAS 8pm • Bale Of Hay Saloon, 344 W. Wallace St , Virginia City • 21+ • (406) 843-5700 • www.baleofhaysaloon.com Join us to Celebrate Mardi Gras (Montana Style), music and 1st line procession around town led by Trumpets!
WESTERN ROOTS COUNTRY DANCING 8pm-12:30am • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • no cover • bourbonmt.com Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing at 8pm then dance and party the night away!
GARY SMALL 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com A versatile musician who plays blues, Latin, reggae and rockabilly with equal authority.
ULTIMATE ULTIMATE COMEDY CHALLENGE 9-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Part beauty pageant, part SNL audition, part Last Comic Standing, the Ultimate Comedy Challenge is a weekly battleground for Montana comedians. This week, our winners from past challenges square off for the ULTIMATE Ultimate Comedy Challenge!
BIG SKY CITY LIGHTS 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge. com Live local music for your pleasure.
BEYOND THE BIG SKY PUBLIC OBSERVING NIGHTS 9pm • Montana Learning Center • $25/Adult & $15/child • 12+ • (406) 475-3638 • montanalearning.org For three weekends this summer, gaze at the wonders of the universe using the largest telescope in Montana!
MORELOCK, KUPFER & FIELDS 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www. themurraybar.com Old Time music.
SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER 10pm • Ponderosa Social Club, 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman • $5 • 21+ • (406) 577-8650 • ponderosamt.com Cosmic/disco bowling! Late Night Happy Hour drinks, throwback music videos, disco music!
SUNDAY, AUG. 4
CARS & COFFEE BELGRADE 8-10am • Duke’s Cafe & Bakery, 220 S. Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • (406) 924-2442 • Dukescafeandbakery.com Early bird Cars and Coffee meet at Dukes Cafe in Belgrade, every Sunday, in any weather, all year long. Anyone is welcome, just bring your passion for Engines.
47TH ANNUAL SWEET PEA FESTIVAL 9am-4pm • Lindley Park, 626 E Main St, Bozeman • $30 weekend pass • (406) 582-2291 The Sweet Pea Festival is an annual three-day festival of the arts in Bozeman, Montana.
SLAM FESTIVAL 10am-5pm • Bogart Park, 325 South Church, Bozeman • FREE • all ages SLAM is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the arts and art education in the state in a manner that enriches and involves the community.
BRUNCH IN THE BARN WITH HUMBLETOWN BAND 11am-2pm • 1889 Barn, 12670 Portnell Road, Gallatin Gateway • $65 • 406 579-4865 • www.1889barn.com with musical guests LARK and Cowboy Bob & Gypsy Dust.
OPEN MANSION noon-2pm • The Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman • FREE • all ages • 406-582-2910 • www.friendsofthestory.org A Friends of the Story Mansion board member will be on-site and available to answer questions about the mansion and those who lived there; visitors can walk around the renovated space.
POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. Prize Pool Guaranteed to be at least $1500. Registration Open at 11:30 - late register by ~1:45. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.
FROM TENTS TO TOWNS: BOZEMAN’S HISTORIC MAIN STREET WALKING TOUR 1-2:30pm • The Extreme History Project • $20 General Admission, $18 Senior and Students • All Ages • www. eventbrite.com Come on a walk with The Extreme History Project while we explore Bozeman’s historic Main Street.
LIVE MUSIC: THE BO SHOW 1-3pm • Bale Of Hay Saloon, 344 W. Wallace St , Virginia City • 21+ • (406) 843-5700 • www.baleofhaysaloon.com Come and listen to the soulful sound of Bo!
LITTLE BEAR SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM 1-5pm • Little Bear Schoolhouse Museum • FREE, although donations will be gratefully accepted • All Ages • 406.600.0464 Open house and tour of historic one-room schoolhouse in rural Gallatin County, Montana. Information about the contextual history of Gallatin Gateway included in the tour.
CRAFTERNOON 2-4pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Ages 14 and up • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org On select Sundays, learn a new craft, expand your skills in a hobby, or create something new with Sunday Crafternoon.
FAMILY MAKER LAB - SCOOBY SNACKS 2-4pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Make treats that everyone’s favorite mystery-solving dog (or any pup) will love.
CELTIC MUSIC 3-5pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • all ages Enjoy Celtic music at the Meadery each Sunday afternoon.
BOARD GAME DAY 3-9pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Bring in a board game and every player gets a free drink!
SIX VIEWPOINTS ADULT 6-WEEK WORKSHOP 4-6pm • Tinworks Art, 719 N. Ida Ave, Bozeman • FREE participants MUST REGISTER ONLINE • Adults • givebutter.com Led by Isabel Shaida, the Six Viewpoints Workshops at Tinworks Art are free, public programs inspired by Montana-based artist Mary Overlie (19462020) and her creation of Six Viewpoints for understanding body and relationship to space.
MONTANA SONGWRITERS CONCERT 6:30pm • Covellite Theatre, 215 W Broadway St, Butte • $15 ADV | $25 DOS • All Ages • 4063331658 • theticketing.co John Floridis, Jenn Adams, Susan Gibson and Tom Catmull are headed to Butte! Come join us for a fun night of Grammy-Nominated songs, stories and the like. If you haven’t been to the Covellite yet, this is your chance to do yourself the solid!
NICK SHOULDERS & THE OKAY CRAWDAD 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $35 ADV/$40 DOS • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Ozark songbird, Ouachita warbler, anti-colonial yodels for the rural at heart.
HIAHLI W/ STILGONE 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Minnesota-based hip-hop funk group “Hiahli” with support from local band “STiLGONE”.
JERRY JOSEPH & THE JACKMORMONS 20TH ANNIVERSARY 7pm • Discovery Ellingsen Park, Virginia City • 3 day pass $100 • all ages Celebrate the 20th Anniversary run of Jerry Joseph & The Jackmormons annual run in Virginia City, Montana!
MONDAY, AUG. 5
2024 KIDS SUMMER KINDRED ART CAMP BEGINS 9am-noon • Wild Wonders Farmhouse • $160 • 6-8 Year Old • www.kindredart. com Welcome to our Kindred Art Summer Art Camp for ages 6-8! Join us Monday to Thursday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. We’ll guide young artists through painting, drawing, and more, fostering creativity in a supportive environment.
2024 KIDS KINDRED ART SUMMER CAMP BEGINS 1-4pm • Wild Wonders Farmhouse • $160 • 9-13 Year Old • www.kindredart. com Welcome to the Kindred Art Summer Art Camp, tailored for young artists aged 9-13! Join us Monday to Thursday, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Let’s explore painting, drawing, and more, fostering creativity in a supportive atmosphere.
MEET MT FARM ANIMALS WITH GALLATIN CONSERVATION
DISTRICT 1:30-3:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-11 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Meet adorable barnyard animals and learn about MT agriculture.
BOARD GAME NIGHT 6-7:45pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org A chance to test your strategy and teamwork skills with board games and other adults. Join us at the library for some table top fun.
GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Wildrye Distilling, 111 East Oak Street Suite 1E, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-2288 • www.wildryedistilling.com With Picture Rounds, Sound Rounds, Word Jumbles and more.. There’s Something for Everyone.
TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9pm • Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub.com Join us for our weekly trivia night, Game Night Live is a leader in bar trivia and music bingo, putting on awesome games at local venues that everyone can enjoy.
COMEDY OPEN MIC 7pm • The Break Room Beer Bar & Lounge, 1011 W College St, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4065795590 • thebreakroombzn.com Stand-up comedy open mic featuring a variety of Bozeman amateur and professional comics! A casual space to try out new and old material, or just relax and have a laugh and a beer. Time slots are 5 minutes per comic.
SPORTS TRIVIA 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com For those looking for more sporty trivia questions this is it.
TUESDAY,
AUG. 6
BIG SKY TOASTMASTERS 6:45-7:45am • Bozeman Senior Center, 807 N. Tracy Ave, Bozeman • First 2 visits FREE • 18+ • 4066402790 • www.toastmasters.org Develop your public speaking and leadership skills through Toastmasters International Pathways Program. First 2 visits are free. Then apply for membership.
POWER POUCHES FOR KIDS 10am-1pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • 5+ • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Make a medicine pouch! Sew and decorate a felt pouch, and fill it with gems, miniature animal figurines, traditional indigenous dried plants, and your own small treasures. Drop-ins welcome!
BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT MONFORTON MIDDLE SCHOOL 11:30am-1pm • Monforton School • FREE Explore hands-on learning and play, especially for kids ages 3-11.
YOGA FOR ALL 12:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary. org Our movement series meets weekly in the Bozeman Public Library Community Room.
INTRO TO LAYOUT DESIGN 2-3pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org We will introduce the basic principles of layout design for documents like newsletters, magazines, posters, and cards.
BEREAVEMENT GROUP 4:30-5:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org For those who have experienced grief or loss in any form.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT QUAIL RUN PARK 4:305:30pm • Quail Run Park • FREE Explore hands-on learning and play, especially for kids ages 3-11.
NEWCOMER ORIENTATION 5-6pm • Bozeman Dharma Center • FREE • 4062192140 • bozemandharmacenter.org Receive basic meditation instruction, an orientation to the Bozeman Dharma Center, and get your questions about Buddhism answered.
PORCH SIDE PICNIC 5-8pm • 320 Guest Ranch • Adults: $25, Children: $18, Kids 3 and under: free • All Ages • 406-995-4283 • 320ranch.com Join us for our Tuesday Evening Porch-Side Picnic. Reservations required, open to the public.
BOZEMAN FARMERS’ MARKET 5-8pm • Lindley Park, 626 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • all ages • (406) 582-2291 Voted “Best THING in Bozeman” and “Best Farmers Market”!
NONFICTION WRITING GROUP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Hobby writers are welcome to share your work with other writers, critique content, and develop your ability.
LONE MOUNTAIN RANCH RODEO 5:30-10:30pm • Lone Mountain Ranch, 750 Lone Mountain Ranch Rd, Big Sky • $75 kids over 5, $150 adults • lonemountainranch.com Weekly Lone Mountain Ranch Rodeo where we challenge cowboys and cowgirls to compete for bragging rights. Food, drinks, and more!
SEEKING FORTUNES: BOZEMAN’S HISTORIC CHINA ALLEY 6-7pm • The Extreme History Project • $20 General Admission, $18 Students & Seniors • All Ages • www.eventbrite.com Join The Extreme History Project on a walking tour through Bozeman’s historic Chinese community.
ST. PAUL’S SCHOOL INFORMATION SESSION 6-7pm • Headwaters Academy • FREE • All Ages • 603-229-4700 • www.sps.edu/ admissions Learn about boarding school and the St. Paul’s School Cook Scholarship for Montana Residents. Hear from Associate Dean of Admissions Britt Harff and current students and faculty. All Are Welcome!
GNL TRIVIA 6-8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com Accessible and amazing trivia for everyone, always an awesome time. Prizes for winners.
LAST BEST PLACE TRIVIA 6pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman This brewery hosts trivia every Tuesday night at 6pm and offers some non-alcoholic choices as well like some N/A beers along with some drinks for kids like juice boxes.
GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR
RECIPE TEST KITCHEN 6:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Bring a dish and the recipe to Recipe Test Kitchen, we’ll discuss, talk about food, recipes, and challenges with the monthly theme.
SUMMER COMEDY NIGHTS 6:30pm • Covellite Theatre, 215 W Broadway St, Butte • FREE • All Ages • 4063331658 • Covellitepresents.org Join us in the Uptown Lounge at the Covellite Theatre to enjoy 8 nights of regional Stand-Up Comics, curated by 302 Comedy out of Helena, and hosted by comedian Dan Ralph.
TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Grab some friends and get there early to grab a table the first round starts at 6:30!
ARGENTINE TANGO NIGHT 7-9pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • 4065992463 • www. thegreydogbar.com/events Argentine tango every Tuesday evening. No-cost beginner lesson followed by open tango dancing. No prior tango skills necessary. We are there for fun and tango socialization. Bring a friend!
POKER TOURNAMENT 7-11pm • The Golden Zebra • $40 • 18+ • 4062192436 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. $200 Added. Great way to learn the game! Registration Open at 6:30 - late register by ~7:30. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.
BONE DRY COMEDY HOUR OPEN MIC 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Our weekly open mic is a safe, friendly, supportive place to start your comedy journey, try new material, and connect to the Bozeman Stand up scene.
TUESDAY BINGO NIGHT 8pm • The Buck • $10 for 5 cards, $5 for additional cards, 5 cards per round max • All Ages • 406-5229555 • Thebuckbozeman.com Prepare to win cash and prizes at this lively event. A skilled caller will lead you through numerous rounds of this classic game with a little twist. Bingo starts at 8pm every Tuesday at the Buck.
TUESDAY INDUSTRY NIGHT 9pm • The Waypoint, 50 Ousel Falls Rd, Big Sky • no cover • 21+ • thebigskywaypoint.com Join us every Tuesday 9pm-late for beer pong, drink discounts, beer dice, and $3 pizza slices!
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 7
8-WEEK HYPERTENSION (HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE) CLASS 1am-2:30pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • All Ages • 4063884346 • forms.gle Belgrade Community Library is hosting a free, 8-week Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Class, lead by health coaches with the Gallatin Health Department.
LITTLE LEARNERS (AGES 1-3) 9:30-10:30am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 1-3 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar The program includes shared readings, singing, movement activities, and sensory exploration. Registration is required.
TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.
COOKBOOKS AND COFFEE 10:30-11:30am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join us on Wednesday mornings for some light conversation, hot drinks, and free cookbooks.
PRESCHOOL PIONEERS 11am-noon • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/ admission • Ages 3-5 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/ calendar Designed for children aged 3-5 and their caregivers, this program offers a variety of activities such as shared reading, singing, movement, and hands-on experiences.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT WALTON HOMESTEAD PARK 11:30am-1pm • Walton Homestead Park • FREE Explore hands-on learning and play, especially for kids ages 3-11.
QIGONG noon-1pm • Pilgrim United Church of Christ • Suggested Donation: $5-$10 • All Ages • 406 580-0187 Join Barb and the Qigong community for some gentle stretching, mindful breathing and a series of flowing movements to increase strength, flexibility, balance and calm.
RETRO AEROBICS 12:15-1:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Retro aerobics joins our line-up of movement classes this summer.
SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed specifically for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.
EXPLORE PALEONTOLOGY WITH MUSEUM OF THE ROCKIES 1:30-2:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join paleontologist and author Ashley Hall as she shares her new children’s book, Prehistoric Worlds alongside her trusty Velociraptor puppet, Gobi, and real fossils.
TEEN MAKER LAB - BENTO BOX BASICS 2pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Up your lunch game with artistic and delicious meals to go.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT GALLATIN VALLEY REGIONAL PARK 3:30-5pm • Gallatin County Regional Park, Oak & Davis, Bozeman • FREE • ages 3-11 Explore hands-on learning and play, especially for kids ages 3-11.
READ WITH A DOG 4-5pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Kids can read with an Intermountain Therapy Dog each Wednesday afternoon.
FIBER ARTS 4-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Bring any type of easily mobile fiber based craft for a social meet up with other fiber artists in the Bozeman community.
MANHATTAN FARMERS MARKET 4-7pm • West Main and South Broadway • FREE • All Ages • 4062824350 • gallatincd.org Join us at the Manhattan Farmers Market every Wednesday until midSeptember. Fresh produce, cut flowers, baked goods, unique crafts, live music, and much more!
LIVINGSTON FARMERS MARKET 4:30-7:30pm • Miles Park Bandshell • FREE • All Ages • 406 222 0730 • westernsustainabilityexchange.org Come rain, shine – or wind– this summer’s free Livingston Farmers Market runs each Wednesday from June 5th through September 18th. Join us for local food & more!
MIDWEEK MINDFULNESS 5-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join certified instructor Turi Hetherington for a peaceful guided meditation, then an exploration of the Labyrinth.
CHUCKWAGON BBQ 5-8pm • 320 Guest Ranch • Adult: $75, Children: $45, Kids 3 and under: Free • All Ages • 406-9954283 • 320ranch.com Arrive to 320 Guest Ranch and get on a horse-drawn wagon to a BBQ by the Gallatin River. First wagon leaves at 5pm. Enjoy the BBQ with local musicians. Reservations required, open to the public.
BIG SKY FARMER’S MARKET 5-8pm • Big Sky Town Center, Ousel Falls Road , Big Sky • FREE • All ages The 2024 Big Sky Farmers Market will take place every Wednesday from 5-8pm, June 5thSeptember 25th in Big Sky Town Center.
WEDNESDAY WALKS 5:30-6:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults, accompanied children • 4065822413 • bozemanlibrary.libnet.info Renowned local wildlife guide Ken Sinay leads a local walk 1.5 miles out and back for a total of 50 minutes on a visit to local trails. Please arrive early, wear a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, bring something to drink, and wear comfortable footwear.
OPEN MIC WITH THE BOZEMAN POETRY COLLECTIVE 6pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Open mic with music, poetry, comedy and anything else you would like to share.
HIDDEN HISTORY: REDISCOVERING BOZEMAN CREEK 6-7pm • Bozeman City Hall • $20 General Admission, $18 Students, Seniors, Members • All Ages • www.eventbrite.com Join The Extreme History Project for a walk along Bozeman Creek, the waterway that runs through the heart of Bozeman.
KGLT VINYL NIGHT
Thursday’s - Hop Lounge
KATABATIC TRIVIA 6-7pm • Katabatic Brewing Company, 117 W Park St, Livingston • 21+ • (406) 333-2855 • katabaticbrewing. blogspot.com The winners of this establishment’s weekly trivia competition are given a prize fit for their accomplishments: they get to drink for free!
STAND STARK STILL | A COLLECTION OF BECKETT SHORTS
6-7:30pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • Pay What You Wish Tickets • Ages 12+ • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com Verge Theater presents Stand Stark Still. One room becomes six – with striking visuals and absurd language, explore the inner lives of women wrestling with the inertia of existence.
GNL TRIVIA WEDNESDAY 6-8pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games. Free-to-Play & Prizes for the Winners.
GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Audreys Pizza Oven & Freefall Brewery, 806 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • No Cover • (406) 522-5456 • www.audreyspizzaoven.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games!
WINE TASTING 6-8pm • 1889 Barn, 12670 Portnell Road, Gallatin Gateway • $45 • 21+ • 406 579-4865 • www.1889barn.com Michaela and Harrison from My Pour Decisions are your hosts. Spend a couple hours enjoying the wines they present in a unique Authentic Montana venue.
OPEN MIC WEDNESDAYS 6-9:30pm • The Bunkhouse Brewery, 7715 Shedhorn Dr., Four Corners • FREE • All Ages • (406) 577-2130 Music! Comedy! Solo Artists! Bands! Spoken word! Whatever! All are welcome! 15 min slots, call or stop in to sign up. Open jam at 9. Full PA and lights provided.
AUTHOR TALK: LEACH & PARKER 6pm • Country Bookshelf, 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman • $27 • (406)587-0166 • www. countrybookshelf.com Country Bookshelf is proud to present Amy Leach and Scott F. Parker as they discuss Leach’s newest book The Salt of the Universe. Ticket required.
FILE DESIGN FOR 3D PRINTING 6:30-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • teens, adults • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org In this class we will be learning how to make STL files using the free online program Tinkercad.
PET LOSS GROUP 6:45-8pm • Bridger Veterinary Specialists • FREE • All Ages • 406-548-4226 A monthly group meeting for those that have lost a pet, are dealing with a tough diagnosis and preparing for loss or remembering an anniversary of losing a pet.
BINGO 7-9pm • American Legion Bar, 225 E. Main St., Bozeman • 18+ • (406) 586-8400 • www.facebook.com 100% of the proceeds go to assisting our Veterans, their families, our youth programs, and the community.
PLURB 7-9pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • FREE • all ages • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana. com Plurb is a 6 piece psychedelic groove from the Livingston and Bozeman area. Together a funky rhythm section and jazzy horn section plays original music, and creates improvised jams on the spot.
WESTERN SWING WEDNESDAYS 7-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • Lessons $10 • 21+ after 9pm • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com There will be a great dance floor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman’s Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes.
LIVE MUSIC AT PONDEROSA SOCIAL CLUB 7pm • Ponderosa Social Club, 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-8650 • ponderosamt.com Free live music every Wednesday starting at 7pm.
TRIVIA NIGHT 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com Regular party animals and intellectuals alike may enjoy Rockin R Trivia.
STAND STARK STILL | A COLLECTION OF BECKETT SHORTS
8-9:30pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • Pay What You Wish Tickets • Ages 12+ • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com Verge Theater presents Stand Stark Still. One room becomes six – with striking visuals and absurd language, explore the inner lives of women wrestling with the inertia of existence.
TMI LIVE! STORYTELLING SHOW 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Oversharing is caring! Moth Story Slam winner Bex Frucht heads up a night of rowdy storytelling featuring true-life tales with “too much information” so expect the explicit and illicit!
CHANNING WILSON 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $45 • livefromthedivide.com For Georgia-bred country artist Channing Wilson, writing great songs means living each day with an immense depth of empathy, curiosity, and devotion to inspiration.
TRIVIA NIGHT 8pm • The Molly Brown, 703 W. Babcock, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 552-7362 Gather your friends for a night of trivia fun each Wednesday.
LADIES NIGHT 8pm-2am • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $10 for guys • 21+ The wonderful Ladies of Bozeman can enjoy 2 free drinks, $3 drinks till 10 pm, and that booty shakin’ music provided by DJ Chedda.
CLAYTON RYAN 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
COLLECTIVE VIBRATIONS OPEN JAM 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www. themurraybar.com Open Jam
THURSDAY, AUG. 8
BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.
INTRO TO LASER CUTTING 10:15am-noon • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • teens, adults • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn what laser cutting is and how you can do it at BPL.
GYROKINESIS 12:15-1pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A movement method that addresses the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion and creating functional strength through rhythmic, flowing movement sequences.
THURSDAY’S TABLE 1-2pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Share in your community’s food traditions and favorite recipes in the Kitchen Table.
LEGO CLUB 3:30-5pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • ages 5-11 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org LEGO building, especially for kids ages 5-11 and their caregivers.
MUSIC IN THE PARK SUMMER SERIES - ENNIS 5-7pm • Peter T’s Park, 213 Main St, Ennis • no charge • all ages Weather permitting music will take place every Thursday ~ June 27 to Sep 26 from 5 - 7:00pm.
MAGGIE HICKMAN 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel. com Live music.
MONTANA TRAILS LECTURE SERIES AT LONE MOUNTAIN RANCH 5pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Myths, Legends, and Lore of the Northern Rockies With Museum of the Rockies Executive Director Chris Dobbs, delve into captivating stories and rich traditions that have shaped the cultural heritage of this majestic region.
MIKE & CIERRA 5:30-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel. com Live music on the porch.
ALONG THE GALLAGATOR: HISTORY OF THE RAILWAY, SOUTH TRACY, AND MORE! 6-7:30pm • Bozeman Sculpture Park • $20 General Admission, $18 Seniors and Students • All Ages • www. eventbrite.com Join us for a stroll along the Gallagator Trail.
STAND STARK STILL | A COLLECTION OF BECKETT SHORTS 6-7:30pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • Pay What You Wish Tickets • Ages 12+ • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com Verge Theater presents Stand Stark Still. One room becomes six – with striking visuals and absurd language, explore the inner lives of women wrestling with the inertia of existence.
SINGO 6-8pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • 21+ Do you like music? Are you a fan of Bingo? Bring a group for Singo and relax for some fun and beer.
BREAKING TRIVIA 6-8pm • The Break Room Beer Bar & Lounge, 1011 W College St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065795590 • thebreakroombzn.com Team trivia night for groups up to 8. Free to play, and you can win prizes and gift cards! Prizes awarded after each half, with a bonus for the overall top team. General knowledge, themed rounds, music and picture rounds!
FLY-TYING NIGHT 6-9pm • Bozeman Fly Supply, 2621 W College, Bozeman • FREE Bring your vise, tools, materials, and beverages to tie flies. This is not a class but an invitation for all to get out of the house, get behind the vise, and have fun with fellow tiers.
GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR
STEVE EARLE 6pm • The Old Saloon, 210 Railroad Ln, Emigrant • $35 • All ages • (406) 333-4482 • www.oldsaloonmt.com Steve Earle is one of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of his generation.
NATIVE FOOD HISTORY LECTURE FEATURING MARIAH
GLADSTONE OF INDIGIKITCHEN 6pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $8 • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Mariah Gladstone will talk about traditional Indigenous food systems, their negative impacts on health, and how reconnecting with traditional foods can improve health.
MUSIC ON MAIN SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 6:30-8:30pm • Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman • FREE • All ages Music on Main will be located on Main Street from Rouse to Black Ave. Live bands, both local and touring, will be featured in this 6-week series.
BUNKHOUSE TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • Bunkhouse Brewery • FREE • All Ages • 406-577-2130 • www.bunkhousebrewery.com Trivia for all--prizes for top three teams, drink specials & more!
MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS: DOOM FLAMINGO 6:30-10pm • Len Hill Park, 33 Lone Peak Dr, Big Sky • FREE • All ages The Arts Council of Big Sky is pleased to announce another incredible summer of Music in the Mountains at Center Stage in Len Hill Park in Big Sky.
VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • La Brasserie, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 • www.labrasseriemt.com Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.
LOST CANYONS 7-9pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • FREE • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Lost Canyons is an award winning indie rock band based out of Bozeman. They pride themselves on driving guitars, heartfelt lyrics and a great live show to boot.
THREE FORKS MUSIC NIGHT WITH MIKE KILLEN 7-9pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • no cover • all ages • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Come enjoy some tunes!
KGLT DJ NIGHT 7-9pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the vibe that is the Hop Lounge and join the Guest DJ for KGLT Alternative Public Radio DJ Night.
BOZEMAN STAMPEDE RODEO 7-9:30pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • $25 GA • (406) 582-3270 • www. gallatin.mt.gov This three day event contains all your favorite rodeo action and benefits local youth Ag organization.
JOSH MOORE 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Bozeman-based folk artist Josh Moore.
BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!
BRIDGER BREWING’S BREWGRASS NIGHT 1 7-11pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • $55, 5 and under FREE • all ages • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Night one will be featuring the legendary The Infamous Stringdusters and the sensational Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway!
THE GREY DOG BAR KARAOKE 7pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar. com Karaoke at the Grey Dog Bar
STAND STARK STILL | A COLLECTION OF BECKETT SHORTS
8-9:30pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • Pay What You Wish Tickets • Ages 12+ • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com Verge Theater presents Stand Stark Still. One room becomes six – with striking visuals and absurd language, explore the inner lives of women wrestling with the inertia of existence.
LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com The Tune Up is host to live music multiple times per week.
COUNTRY SWING DANCE LESSONS 8-11pm • Ponderosa Social Club • $10/person • All Ages • 4064516317 • www.countryrenegadesmt.com Join the Country Renegades every Thursday for Country Swing dance lessons at Ponderosa Social Club! All experience levels are encouraged to join for lessons at 8pm and social dancing at 9pm. No partner required! See y’all out on the dance floor!
WADE BOWEN W/MATT MILLER 8pm • The Westerner, 304 Mill St., Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 21+ • thewesternermt.com Braxton doesn’t just play country music. He lives it.
THE RED ELVISES 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com An American cult band that performs funk rock, surf, rockabilly, reggae, folk rock, disco and traditional Russian styles of music.
MATHIAS 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
FRIDAY, AUG. 9
TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.
BUBBLEPALOOZA noon-2pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • ages 0-5 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Delight in all things effervescent and translucent in this end of summer bubble festival. Create bubbles big and small, make art with bubbles, and dance in endless streams of bubbles.
BOZEMAN GOLD CLUB 12:10-1pm • First Security Bank, 208 E. Main St,, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-580-1921 • www. toastmasters.org A friendly group of individuals who meet weekly on Fridays at 12:10 p.m. in the basement of the First Security Bank to improve our communication skills.
SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed specifically for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT VALLEY WEST PARK 24:30pm • Valley West Park, Clifden and Cascade Street, Bozeman • FREE Explore hands-on learning and play, for kids ages 3-11.
LEEANN RAMEY ART GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION 4-8pm • LeeAnn Ramey Art • FREE • All Ages • 406-404-0813 • leeannrameyart.com Join us during art walk to celebrate our new location at the corner of Tracy and Mendenhall. Meet the artists, tour the gallery & studios, and signup for classes. Refreshments will be served.
ARTISTS’ GALLERY ART WALK 5-8pm • The Artists’ Gallery - In the Emerson Building • FREE • All Ages • 406-587-2127 • ArtistsGalleryBozeman.com Come sip, stroll and shop at The Artists’ Gallery in the Emerson. Featuring over 20 local artists’ work. Meet artists/members who own and operate the gallery. An amazing variety of unique local art/treasures for the home for yourself, fam & friends.
INDIGIKITCHEN COOKING CLASS: A TASTE OF INDIGENOUS FOODS 5pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $75 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Indigenous foods were removed from our diets during colonial times. Mariah Gladstone is revitalizing these foods and creating a food movement. In her cooking class, you will learn to prepare and enjoy a full meal of indigenous recipes.
STAND STARK STILL | A COLLECTION OF BECKETT SHORTS
6-7:30pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • Pay What You Wish Tickets • Ages 12+ • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com Verge Theater presents Stand Stark Still. One room becomes six – with striking visuals and absurd language, explore the inner lives of women wrestling with the inertia of existence.
DRINK AND DRAW WITH @ARTBYWOLVES 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Celtic music with a family friendly environment.
ART WALK 6-8pm • Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman Over 40 participating businesses will feature local artists and often provide hors d’oeuvres and complimentary refreshments to the visiting community members.
LAND OF LIGHT AND COLOR 6-8pm • Old Main Gallery. & Framing, 129 E Main, Bozeman • 406-587-8860 • www.oldmaingallery. com Opening reception for a group exhibition featuring Bruce Park and Rory Jackson.
BRANDON HALE & THE DIRTY SHAME August 9 - The Jump
BAR IX TRIVIA 6-8pm • Bar IX, 311 E Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 551-2185 • www.bar-ix.com Undercover geniuses can try their hand at this spot’s trivia questions.
FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Live local Jazz every Friday while you dine.
CELTIC MUSIC 6:30-8:30pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover Each Friday night Valhalla celebrate Celtic culture with music.
FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH LIAM NELSON 7-8:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 online, $30 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Liam Nelson has opened for Sam Morril, Dusty Slay, Gianmarco Soresi, Kate Willett and more. He is also a club favorite at some of the biggest clubs in the country like Laugh Factory Chicago, Zanies Nashville, and the Improv club chain.
BOZEMAN STAMPEDE RODEO 7-9:30pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • $25 GA • (406) 582-3270 • www. gallatin.mt.gov This three day event contains all your favorite rodeo action and benefits local youth Ag organization.
BRIDGER BREWGRASS 7pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • $55 per night • 406-200-9354 • www. bridgerbrewing.com A two-night bluegrass event. Night one will be featuring the legendary The Infamous Stringdusters and the sensational Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, night 2 is Leftover Salmon, Yonder Mountain String Band, and Railroad Earth.
BEACH BEAR RADIO PRESENTS: COSMIC SANS & SENTERLINE
7pm • Covellite Theatre, 215 W Broadway St, Butte • $10 ADV | $15 DOS • All Ages • 4063331658 • theticketing.co/e/cosmic24 Covellite Presents a Beach Bear Radio Show: Western psychedelic rock and punk rock out of Missoula MT.
WOLVES OF GLENDALE 7pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $30 • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com A comedy band based out of Glendale, Ca.
GALLATIN SPEEDWAY RACES 7:35pm • Gallatin Speedway, 2290 Tubb Rd, Belgrade • Adults $15 · Junior (13-17) $13 · Senior (65+) $13 · Kids 12 & under FREE · Pit Pass $30 • (406) 388-9666 • www. gallatinspeedway.com Gallatin Speedway holds races through mid-September. Friday night races start at 7:35 p.m. Just minutes from Bozeman, Montana, off I-90.
PUBLIC SKATE 8-9:30pm • Ice Barn, 901 N Black Ave, Bozeman • $10 entry/$5 skates • www.gallatinicefoundation.org Join us every Friday, this summer, from 8:00 - 9:30pm for Public Skate!
STAND STARK STILL | A COLLECTION OF BECKETT SHORTS
8-9:30pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • Pay What You Wish Tickets • Ages 12+ • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com Verge Theater presents Stand Stark Still. One room becomes six – with striking visuals and absurd language, explore the inner lives of women wrestling with the inertia of existence.
LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Featuring local and touring music acts.
BPS GHOST WALKING TOURS 8-10:30pm • Corner at the Court House • $6 to $10 • All Ages • 406580-8855 • www.eventbrite.com Join Bozeman Paranormal on our annual ghost walking tours. Learn about the colorful history of Bozeman’s past residents and reports of paranormal activity in various downtown locations. Try your hand at some real ghost hunting equipment.
BRANDON HALE & THE DIRTY SHAME 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 406-219-0400 • www. thejumpmt.com Brandon Hale & The Dirty Shame are seasoned pro’s at making you swing, swoon and gyrate. Montana’s very own country stars are nothing to joke about, you won’t believe it with unless you hear it. Come knock the mud off your boots!
WILLIAM CLARK GREEN 8pm • The Westerner, 304 Mill St., Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 21+ • thewesternermt.com Boasting sandpaper vocals and country-rock sound at the crossroads of back-alley grit and gravel-road grace.
DRIFTWOOD 8pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $20 • 21+ • (406) 587-0585 Driftwood is an Americana/ Folk-Rock band from Binghamton, New York.
WILLIAM CLARK GREEN 8pm • The Westerner, 304 Mill St., Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 21+ • thewesternermt.com Pairing singersongwriter tradition with a progressive musical mindset, he’s both a troubadour of troubled souls and maestro to lyrical mischief.
TAMELA HAUER BAND 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com A mix of your favorite country, pop and rock covers.
FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH LIAM NELSON 9-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 online, $30 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Liam Nelson has opened for Sam Morril, Dusty Slay, Gianmarco Soresi, Kate Willett and more. He is also a club favorite at some of the biggest clubs in the country like Laugh Factory Chicago, Zanies Nashville, and the Improv club chain.
BOTTLE CAP 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
PONDEROSA BAR TRIVIA 9pm • Ponderosa Social Club, 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-8650 • ponderosamt. com Bar trivia with a 1st place cash prize and a 2nd place prize of a Ponderosa gift card!
DOUBLEWIDE DREAMS 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar. com Rock and Roll from Livingston, MT.
LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR OPEN MIC 11pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Join us for the late night version of our Happy Hour Open Mic! With $4 Beer, Wine, Wells and sets, this is the perfect end of the week activity. Stick around for a drink & some laughs. Sign up for 4-5 minute sets at the door!
SATURDAY, AUG. 10
THE BIG ONE: A TWO-FLY CHALLENGE 8am-5pm BBBS is bringing back The Big One: A Two-Fly Challenge for the fourth year in a row. This event will allow guests and volunteer guides to fish the famed rivers surrounding Park and Gallatin counties. Join us for fishing and a fundraiser on August 10, 2024. The dinner and fundraiser is open to everyone!
USED BOOK SALE 9am-4pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • most items $1-3 • All Ages • 406-582-2433 • www.friendsbpl.org The Friends of the Bozeman Public Library are holding a Used Book Sale at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Exhibit Building 3. Friends Members shop early - visit our website for more information.
FAMILY STORYTIME 10:15-11am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • birth-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Singing simple rhymes and songs for babies, moving and grooving for tots, reading a longer book or two for preschoolers – this program has it all!
CREATIVE BRAIN TRUST 10:15am-noon • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org The Creative Brain Trust is a time for creatives of all kinds to come together, share their work, receive feedback, and discuss creative principles.
FARM ANIMAL MEET AND BLEAT 11am-noon • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies.org Join the fun at the museum’s Living History Farm and meet various animals from MSU’s College of Agriculture. It will be an UDDERly fantastic day for the whole family!
POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. Prize Pool Guaranteed to be at least $1500. Registration Open at 11:30 - late register by ~1:45. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.
LITTLE BEAR SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM 1-5pm • Little Bear Schoolhouse Museum • FREE, although donations will be gratefully accepted • All Ages • 406.600.0464 Open house and tour of historic one-room schoolhouse in rural Gallatin County, Montana. Information about the contextual history of Gallatin Gateway included in the tour.
TEEN RPG RENDEZVOUS 2-3pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Teens • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Explore role playing games like Dungeons & Dragons, Monster of the Week, Honey Heist, and more! Join a single two-hour adventure or begin your own campaign.
KNIT AND CROCHET WORKSHOP 2-4pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • adults • 406-5707752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn how to knit and crochet or bring tricky and troublesome projects to get help from accomplished artists on these special Saturday Fiber Arts Workshops.
WHERE’S WALDO PARTY! 2pm • Country Bookshelf, 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • (406)587-0166 • www.countrybookshelf. com Join Country Bookshelf in celebrating another great summer of the Where’s Waldo search.
INDIGIKITCHEN COOKING CLASS: A RECIPE FOR RESILIENCE 5pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $75 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Mariah Gladstone is leading a movement to reintroduce Indigenous foods into our diets. Learn about Indigenous food systems by harvesting, preparing, and enjoying a full meal of original indigenous recipes.
STAND STARK STILL | A COLLECTION OF BECKETT SHORTS
6-7:30pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • Pay What You Wish Tickets • Ages 12+ • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com Verge Theater presents Stand Stark Still. One room becomes six – with striking visuals and absurd language, explore the inner lives of women wrestling with the inertia of existence.
LIVE MUSIC 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ Live local music each Sunday, check https://valhallabozeman.com/ for details.
GRAND VICTORIAN BALL 6:30-11pm • Community Center, Virginia City • $50 adult, $100 couple, $20 12 and under The Promenade starts @ 6:30 at The Community Hall. Join the VC community at the ball.
GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR
UNSCRIPTED SATURDAYS 7-9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Anything can happen when you don’t have a script. Every week a rotation of teams and performers from the Last Best Comedy community will create original, one-of-a-kind shows just for you! All you have to do is show up and laugh.
BOZEMAN STAMPEDE RODEO 7-9:30pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • $25 GA • (406) 582-3270 • www. gallatin.mt.gov This three day event contains all your favorite rodeo action and benefits local youth Ag organization.
STEREOBABE 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • no cover • 406-219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com National touring act from Detroit, MI Stereobabe, brings a blend of 1960’s and 2020’s with an attitude! The duo are simply amazing and you’ll be asking yourself “How’d they do that?” as you find yourself transported to another world. DON’T MISS THIS!
BEN GOLDSMITH 7-11pm • Rialto • $10 (DOS) • 18+ • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Ben Goldsmith for a live in concert performance.
DEAD SKY 7-11pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $25 in advance, $35 at the door • All Ages • (406) 2223628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Dead Sky is a Grateful Dead tribute band from Bozeman, Montana.
BRIDGER BREWING’S BREWGRASS NIGHT 2 7pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • $55, 5 and under FREE • all ages • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Night two will be featuring the enthusiasm of Yonder Mountain String Band and masters of improvisation Railroad Earth!
STAND STARK STILL | A COLLECTION OF BECKETT SHORTS
8-9:30pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • Pay What You Wish Tickets • Ages 12+ • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com Verge Theater presents Stand Stark Still. One room becomes six – with striking visuals and absurd language, explore the inner lives of women wrestling with the inertia of existence.
LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Featuring local and touring music acts.
BPS GHOST WALKING TOURS 8-10:30pm • Corner at the Court House • $6 to $10 • All Ages • 406580-8855 • www.eventbrite.com
Join Bozeman Paranormal on our annual ghost walking tours. Learn about the colorful history of Bozeman’s past residents and reports of paranormal activity in various downtown locations. Try your hand at some real ghost hunting equipment.
VIV & RILEY 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $40 ADV • livefromthedivide.com Viv & Riley’s sound is old-soul roots music to its core.
WESTERN ROOTS COUNTRY DANCING 8pm-12:30am • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • no cover • bourbonmt.com Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing at 8pm then dance and party the night away!
LATIN NIGHT FEATURING DJ BIG LOU 9pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar. com Latin dance night
TAMELA HAUER BAND 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com A mix of your favorite country, pop and rock covers.
“PETTY UNPLUGGED” PERFORMED BY THE WAITING 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
TAYLOR BURLAGE TRIO 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar. com Americana music
WHIZ BANG! INTOXICATING COMEDY 9:30-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Whiz BANG! is an explosion of intoxicating comedy! Exciting, high-energy, shortform improv that is so funny it’s criminal. An hour long show with lots of audience interaction, it’s the perfect show to bring some pals or a date.
SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER 10pm • Ponderosa Social Club, 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman • $5 • 21+ • (406) 577-8650 • ponderosamt.com Cosmic/disco bowling! Late Night Happy Hour drinks, throwback music videos, disco music!
SUNDAY, AUG. 11
CARS & COFFEE BELGRADE 8-10am • Duke’s Cafe & Bakery, 220 S. Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • (406) 924-2442 • Dukescafeandbakery.com Early bird Cars and Coffee meet at Dukes Cafe in Belgrade, every Sunday, in any weather, all year long. Anyone is welcome, just bring your passion for Engines.
USED BOOK SALE noon-4pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • most items $1-3 • All Ages • 406-582-2433 • www.friendsbpl.org The Friends of the Bozeman Public Library are holding a Used Book Sale at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Exhibit Building 3. Friends Members shop early - visit our website for more information.
POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. Prize Pool Guaranteed to be at least $1500. Registration Open at 11:30 - late register by ~1:45. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.
FROM TENTS TO TOWNS: BOZEMAN’S HISTORIC MAIN STREET WALKING TOUR 1-2:30pm • The Extreme History Project • $20 General Admission, $18 Senior and Students • All Ages • www. eventbrite.com Come on a walk with The Extreme History Project while we explore Bozeman’s historic Main Street.
LITTLE BEAR SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM 1-5pm • Little Bear Schoolhouse Museum • FREE, although donations will be gratefully accepted • All Ages • 406.600.0464 Open house and tour of historic one-room schoolhouse in rural Gallatin County, Montana. Information about the contextual history of Gallatin Gateway included in the tour.
CRAFTERNOON 2-4pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Ages 14 and up • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org On select Sundays, learn a new craft, expand your skills in a hobby, or create something new with Sunday Crafternoon.
FAMILY MAKER LAB - BIRD FEEDERS 2-4pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Attract an array of feathered friends to your garden.
CELTIC MUSIC 3-5pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • all ages Enjoy Celtic music at the Meadery each Sunday afternoon.
BOARD GAME DAY 3-9pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Bring in a board game and every player gets a free drink!
THE GHOSTS OF BOZEMAN’S PAST: HISTORIC SUNSET HILLS CEMETERY WALKING TOUR 4-5pm • Sunset Hills Cemetery, Bozeman • $20 General Admission, $18 Students, Seniors, Members • All Ages • www.eventbrite.com Join The Extreme History Project for a walking tour through Bozeman’s historic Sunset Hills Cemetery.
MUSIC ON THE GREEN: LITTLE JANE AND THE PISTOL WHIPS 5-7pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • all ages • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join us for two lively concerts out on the front lawn of the library this summer!
OLD LADY 7-9pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • FREE • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Having been dubbed “the hardest working band in construction”, OLD LADY has spent over a decade playing the basements, honky tonks, and dance halls of the Mid-Atlantic and beyond.
BLÜ EGYPTIAN 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • FREE • All ages • (406) 586-6492 • facebook.com Blü Egyptian (NorCal) makes their Bozeman debut! Free. All ages. Come out and dance!
IGOR AND THE RED ELVISES 7-11pm • Rialto • $22 (Adv.) $25 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Igor and the Red Elvises for a live in concert performance.
MONDAY, AUG. 12
TINWORKS ART CAMP FOR KIDS: CAMP 2 PERSPECTIVE
BEGINS 9am-noon • Tinworks Art, 719 N. Ida Ave, Bozeman • $150 • teens (6th - 8th grade) • givebutter.com Get up-close and spy the world from above exploring different perspectives this week at art camp! Teens (6th - 8th graders in fall) will learn techniques to portray different points of view, study topography and geography, look at maps and navigation
STEPS THROUGH HISTORY: BOZEMAN’S SOUTH SIDE HISTORIC BLACK COMMUNITY 6-7pm • The Extreme History Project • $20 General Admission, $18 Seniors, Members, Students • All Ages • www.eventbrite.com Discover the rich heritage and inspiring stories of Bozeman’s historic African American community who settled on the South Side of Bozeman.
BOARD GAME NIGHT 6-7:45pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org A chance to test your strategy and teamwork skills with board games and other adults. Join us at the library for some table top fun.
GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Wildrye Distilling, 111 East Oak Street Suite 1E, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-2288 • www.wildryedistilling.com With Picture Rounds, Sound Rounds, Word Jumbles and more.. There’s Something for Everyone.
TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9pm • Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub.com Join us for our weekly trivia night, Game Night Live is a leader in bar trivia and music bingo, putting on awesome games at local venues that everyone can enjoy.
KING BUZZO 7-11pm • The ELM • $29.50 - $49.50 (Adv.) $34.50 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome King Buzzo for a live in concert performance at The ELM on Monday, August 12, 2024.
COMEDY OPEN MIC 7pm • The Break Room Beer Bar & Lounge, 1011 W College St, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4065795590 • thebreakroombzn.com Stand-up comedy open mic featuring a variety of Bozeman amateur and professional comics! A casual space to try out new and old material, or just relax and have a laugh and a beer. Time slots are 5 minutes per comic.
SPORTS TRIVIA 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com For those looking for more sporty trivia questions this is it.
TUESDAY,
AUG. 13
BIG SKY TOASTMASTERS 6:45-7:45am • Bozeman Senior Center, 807 N. Tracy Ave, Bozeman • First 2 visits FREE • 18+ • 4066402790 • www.toastmasters.org Develop your public speaking and leadership skills through Toastmasters International Pathways Program. First 2 visits are free. Then apply for membership.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT THE LAKES @ VALLEY WEST 10-11:30am • The Lakes @ Valley West • FREE Find special hands-on learning and play opportunities for kids brought to you by the Bozeman Public Library.
TEEN TAKE & MAKE KITS - PET ROCK 10am-5pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • teens • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Make and accessorize a tiny geological pal.
BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.
RAPTOR MEET & GREET 10:30am-noon • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/ admission. • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Join the Montana Raptor Conservation Center educators at MOR and meet their modern-day dinosaurs - birds!
SCALING MT SPEAKER SERIES FEATURING PHIL MOYER, CEO VIMEO noon-1pm • Zoom Virtual • FREE • Nicole Fredson • philmoyer.rsvpify.com Scaling MT Speaker Series to hear the CEO of Vimeo, Phil Moyer, discuss what it means to lead with true customer focus with Heidi Johnson of Visible Data.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT BETHEL CHURCH 12:15-1:45pm • Bethel Church • FREE • kids ages 3-1 Find special hands-on learning and play opportunities for kids brought to you by the Bozeman Public Library.
YOGA FOR ALL 12:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary. org Our movement series meets weekly in the Bozeman Public Library Community Room.
INTRO TO LAYOUT DESIGN 2-3pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • teens, adults • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org We will introduce the basic principles of layout design for documents like newsletters, magazines, posters, and cards.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT FAMILY PROMISE ON DISCOVERY DRIVE 3:30-4:30pm • Family Promise • FREE • kids ages 3-11 Find special hands-on learning and play opportunities for kids brought to you by the Bozeman Public Library.
PORCH SIDE PICNIC 5-8pm • 320 Guest Ranch • Adults: $25, Children: $18, Kids 3 and under: free • All Ages • 406-995-4283 • 320ranch.com Join us for our Tuesday Evening Porch-Side Picnic. Reservations required, open to the public.
BOZEMAN FARMERS’ MARKET 5-8pm • Lindley Park, 626 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • all ages • (406) 582-2291 Voted “Best THING in Bozeman” and “Best Farmers Market”!
NONFICTION WRITING GROUP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Hobby writers are welcome to share your work with other writers, critique content, and develop your ability.
LONE MOUNTAIN RANCH RODEO 5:30-10:30pm • Lone Mountain Ranch, 750 Lone Mountain Ranch Rd, Big Sky • $75 kids over 5, $150 adults • lonemountainranch.com Weekly Lone Mountain Ranch Rodeo where we challenge cowboys and cowgirls to compete for bragging rights. Food, drinks, and more!
SEEKING FORTUNES: BOZEMAN’S HISTORIC CHINA ALLEY 6-7pm • The Extreme History Project • $20 General Admission, $18 Students & Seniors • All Ages • www.eventbrite.com Join The Extreme History Project on a walking tour through Bozeman’s historic Chinese community.
GNL TRIVIA 6-8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com Accessible and amazing trivia for everyone, always an awesome time. Prizes for winners.
LAST BEST PLACE TRIVIA 6pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman This brewery hosts trivia every Tuesday night at 6pm and offers some non-alcoholic choices as well like some N/A beers along with some drinks for kids like juice boxes.
TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Grab some friends and get there early to grab a table the first round starts at 6:30!
ARGENTINE TANGO NIGHT 7-9pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • 4065992463 • www. thegreydogbar.com/events Argentine tango every Tuesday evening. No-cost beginner lesson followed by open tango dancing. No prior tango skills necessary. We are there for fun and tango socialization. Bring a friend!
POKER TOURNAMENT 7-11pm • The Golden Zebra • $40 • 18+ • 4062192436 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. $200 Added. Great way to learn the game! Registration Open at 6:30 - late register by ~7:30. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.
GIRL NAMED TOM 7:30pm • Emerson’s Crawford Theatre, 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman • $46+ • (406) 587-9797 • www.theemerson. org Three siblings unlock one harmony to unite the world as Girl Named Tom.
BONE DRY COMEDY HOUR OPEN MIC 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Our weekly open mic is a safe, friendly, supportive place to start your comedy journey, try new material, and connect to the Bozeman Stand up scene.
TUESDAY BINGO NIGHT 8pm • The Buck • $10 for 5 cards, $5 for additional cards, 5 cards per round max • All Ages • 406-5229555 • Thebuckbozeman.com Prepare to win cash and prizes at this lively event. A skilled caller will lead you through numerous rounds of this classic game with a little twist. Bingo starts at 8pm every Tuesday at the Buck.
TUESDAY INDUSTRY NIGHT 9pm • The Waypoint, 50 Ousel Falls Rd, Big Sky • no cover • 21+ • thebigskywaypoint.com Join us every Tuesday 9pm-late for beer pong, drink discounts, beer dice, and $3 pizza slices!
WEDNESDAY,
AUG. 14
8-WEEK HYPERTENSION (HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE) CLASS 1am-2:30pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • All Ages • 4063884346 • forms.gle Belgrade Community Library is hosting a free, 8-week Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Class, lead by health coaches with the Gallatin Health Department.
GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR
WESTON LEWIS August 15 - Red Tractor Pizza
TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Boz man Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.
COOKBOOKS AND COFFEE 10:30-11:30am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join us on Wednesday mornings for some light conversation, hot drinks, and free cookbooks.
PRESCHOOL PIONEERS 11am-noon • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/ admission • Ages 3-5 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/ calendar Designed for children aged 3-5 and their caregivers, this program offers a variety of activities such as shared reading, singing, movement, and hands-on experiences.
QIGONG noon-1pm • Pilgrim United Church of Christ • Suggested Donation: $5-$10 • All Ages • 406 580-0187 Join Barb and the Qigong community for some gentle stretching, mindful breathing and a series of flowing movements to increase strength, flexibility, balance and calm.
RETRO AEROBICS 12:15-1:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Retro aerobics joins our line-up of movement classes this summer.
SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed specifically for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT HAVEN 3:30-4:15pm • Haven • FREE • kids ages 3-11 Find special hands-on learning and play opportunities for kids brought to you by the Bozeman Public Library.
READ WITH A DOG 4-5pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Kids can read with an Intermountain Therapy Dog each Wednesday afternoon.
FIBER ARTS 4-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Bring any type of easily mobile fiber based craft for a social meet up with other fiber artists in the Bozeman community.
MANHATTAN FARMERS MARKET 4-7pm • West Main and South Broadway • FREE • All Ages • 4062824350 • gallatincd.org Join us at the Manhattan Farmers Market every Wednesday until midSeptember. Our family-friendly market offers fresh produce, cut flowers, baked goods, unique crafts, live music, and much more! Find us at Railroad Park from 4-7 pm this summer.
LIVINGSTON FARMERS MARKET 4:30-7:30pm • Miles Park Bandshell • FREE • All Ages • 406 222 0730 • westernsustainabilityexchange.org Come rain, shine – or wind– this summer’s free Livingston Farmers Market runs each Wednesday from June 5th through September 18th. Join us for local food & more!
MIDWEEK MINDFULNESS 5-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join certified instructor Turi Hetherington for a peaceful guided meditation, then an exploration of the Labyrinth.
CHUCKWAGON BBQ 5-8pm • 320 Guest Ranch • Adult: $75, Children: $45, Kids 3 and under: Free • All Ages • 406-9954283 • 320ranch.com Arrive to 320 Guest Ranch and get on a horse-drawn wagon to a BBQ by the Gallatin River. First wagon leaves at 5pm. Enjoy the BBQ with local musicians. Reservations required, open to the public.
BIG SKY FARMER’S MARKET 5-8pm • Big Sky Town Center, Ousel Falls Road , Big Sky • FREE • All ages The 2024 Big Sky Farmers Market will take place every Wednesday from 5-8pm, June 5thSeptember 25th in Big Sky Town Center.
WEDNESDAY WALKS 5:30-6:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults, accompanied children • 4065822413 • bozemanlibrary.libnet.info Renowned local wildlife guide Ken Sinay leads a local walk 1.5 miles out and back for a total of 50 minutes on a visit to local trails. Please arrive early, wear a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, bring something to drink, and wear comfortable footwear.
OPEN MIC WITH THE BOZEMAN POETRY COLLECTIVE 6pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Open mic with music, poetry, comedy and anything else you would like to share.
KATABATIC TRIVIA 6-7pm • Katabatic Brewing Company, 117 W Park St, Livingston • 21+ • (406) 333-2855 • katabaticbrewing. blogspot.com The winners of this establishment’s weekly trivia competition are given a prize fit for their accomplishments: they get to drink for free!
GNL TRIVIA WEDNESDAY 6-8pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games. Free-to-Play & Prizes for the Winners.
GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Audreys Pizza Oven & Freefall Brewery, 806 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • No Cover • (406) 522-5456 • www.audreyspizzaoven.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games!
OPEN MIC WEDNESDAYS 6-9:30pm • The Bunkhouse Brewery, 7715 Shedhorn Dr., Four Corners • FREE • All Ages • (406) 577-2130 Music! Comedy! Solo Artists! Bands! Spoken word! Whatever! All are welcome! 15 min slots, call or stop in to sign up. Open jam at 9. Full PA and lights provided.
5K BREW RUN 6pm • Bridger Brewing Co, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman • (406) 587-2124 • www.bridgerbrewing.com All courses are well marked with a start/finish area and outdoor beer garden. Check-in 5:15pm.
BAROQUE MUSIC MONTANA PRESENTS: LANDS OF THE FREE: LANGUAGES OF IMPROVISATION 6:30-8pm • Ringling Church • Admission by Donation • All Ages • 4065993397 • baroquemusicmontana.org BaMM presents a concert spotlighting the extemporaneous elements of baroque music curated by violinist and composer Manami Mizumoto, along with Juilliard cello faculty Phoebe Carrai, lutenist John Lenti and violinist Carrie Krause.
FILE DESIGN FOR LASER CUTTING 6:30-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • teens, adults • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org In this class we will be learning how to make SVG files using the free program Inkscape.
STORY MANSION STRING JAM 7-9pm • The Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman • 406-582-2910 • www.friendsofthestory.org As a group, we will pick our favorite songs and fill the mansion with music! This is an Acoustic String Jam.
BINGO 7-9pm • American Legion Bar, 225 E. Main St., Bozeman • 18+ • (406) 586-8400 • www.facebook.com 100% of the proceeds go to assisting our Veterans, their families, our youth programs, and the community.
SEAN DIVINE 7-9pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • FREE • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Sean Devine brings together the rugged landscape of the West, a wealth of original songs, and a lifetime of personal experience in Here for It All, his first album in six years.
WESTERN SWING WEDNESDAYS 7-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • Lessons $10 • 21+ after 9pm • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com There will be a great dance floor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman’s Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes.
HEART BY HEART 7-11pm • The ELM • $32 - $55 (Adv.) $35 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Heart by Heart ft. Steve Fossen and Michael Derosier of Heart for a live in concert performance.
LIVE MUSIC AT PONDEROSA SOCIAL CLUB 7pm • Ponderosa Social Club, 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-8650 • ponderosamt.com Free live music every Wednesday starting at 7pm.
TRIVIA NIGHT 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com Regular party animals and intellectuals alike may enjoy Rockin R Trivia.
TRIVIA NIGHT 8pm • The Molly Brown, 703 W. Babcock, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 552-7362 Gather your friends for a night of trivia fun each Wednesday.
LADIES NIGHT 8pm-2am • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $10 for guys • 21+ The wonderful Ladies of Bozeman can enjoy 2 free drinks, $3 drinks till 10 pm, and that booty shakin’ music provided by DJ Chedda.
BRIAN KASSAY 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
COLLECTIVE VIBRATIONS OPEN JAM 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www. themurraybar.com Open Jam
THURSDAY, AUG. 15
BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.
INTRO TO MACHINE EMBROIDERY 10:15am-noon • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • teens, adults • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn what machine embroidery is and how you can do it at BPL.
GYROKINESIS 12:15-1pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A movement method that addresses the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion and creating functional strength through rhythmic, flowing movement sequences.
LEGO CLUB 3:30-5pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • ages 5-11 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org LEGO building, especially for kids ages 5-11 and their caregivers.
MUSIC IN THE PARK SUMMER SERIES - ENNIS 5-7pm • Peter T’s Park, 213 Main St, Ennis • no charge • all ages Weather permitting music will take place every Thursday ~ June 27 to Sep 26 from 5 - 7:00pm.
SINGO 6-8pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • 21+ Do you like music? Are you a fan of Bingo? Bring a group for Singo and relax for some fun and beer.
BREAKING TRIVIA 6-8pm • The Break Room Beer Bar & Lounge, 1011 W College St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065795590 • thebreakroombzn.com Team trivia night for groups up to 8. Free to play, and you can win prizes and gift cards! Prizes awarded after each half, with a bonus for the overall top team. General knowledge, themed rounds, music and picture rounds!
BAROQUE MUSIC MONTANA PRESENTS: LANDS OF THE FREE: LANGUAGES OF IMPROVISATION 6-8pm • Backyard Baroque • $30/$5 student • All Ages • 4065993397 • baroquemusicmontana. org BaMM presents a concert spotlighting the extemporaneous elements of baroque music curated by violinist and composer Manami Mizumoto, along with Juilliard cello faculty Phoebe Carrai, lutenist John Lenti and violinist Carrie Krause.
FLY-TYING NIGHT 6-9pm • Bozeman Fly Supply, 2621 W College, Bozeman • FREE Bring your vise, tools, materials, and beverages to tie some flies. This is not a class but an invitation for all to get out of the house, get behind the vise, and have fun with fellow tiers.
ELLE KING - SOLD OUT 6pm • The Old Saloon, 210 Railroad Ln, Emigrant • SOLD OUT • All ages • (406) 333-4482 • www. oldsaloonmt.com SOLD OUT
MEGAN MCCREEVER 6pm • 1889 Barn, 12670 Portnell Road, Gallatin Gateway • all ages • 406 579-4865 • www.1889barn.com Enjoy an evening of music along with light bites, drinks and an unbelievable Montana experience.
MUSIC ON MAIN SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 6:30-8:30pm • Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman • FREE • All ages Music on Main will be located on Main Street from Rouse to Black Ave. Live bands, both local and touring, will be featured in this 6-week series.
BUNKHOUSE TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • Bunkhouse Brewery • FREE • All Ages • 406-577-2130 • www.bunkhousebrewery.com Trivia for all--prizes for top three teams, drink specials & more!
MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS: ERICA FALLS AND VINTAGE SOUL 6:30-10pm • Len Hill Park, 33 Lone Peak Dr, Big Sky • FREE • All ages The Arts Council of Big Sky is pleased to announce another incredible summer of Music in the Mountains at Center Stage in Len Hill Park in Big Sky.
WESTON LEWIS 6:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www.redtractorpizza. com Live, local music while you dine.
VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • La Brasserie, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 • www.labrasseriemt.com Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.
DECRIMINALIZE NATURE MONTANA 7-9pm • Labor Temple, 422 E Mendenhall St, Bozeman • Donation Based | $10 Suggested • 18+ • decrimnaturemt.org Entheo curious? Join us for a community icebreaker event to learn more about the benefits of plant medicine, find community, and have a great time! Live music, raffle prizes, info tables. 30% of donations go to Suffer Out Loud.
KGLT DJ NIGHT 7-9pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the vibe that is the Hop Lounge and join the Guest DJ for KGLT Alternative Public Radio DJ Night.
MATHIAS 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Bozeman-based singer-songwriter “Mathias”.
BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!
BRUCE HORNSBY & THE NOISEMAKERS — SPIRIT TRAIL: 25TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $60 ADVANCE - $85 DAY OF SHOW • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com A hybrid style that encompasses rock, jazz, and classical music within a jam band mentality.
THE GREY DOG BAR KARAOKE 7pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar. com Karaoke at the Grey Dog Bar
THREE FORKS MUSIC NIGHT WITH MARCEDES CARROLL 7pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • no cover • all ages • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Come enjoy some tunes!
LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com The Tune Up is host to live music multiple times per week.
THURSDAY NIGHT OUT! 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15, $5 for MSU Students • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Improv Thursday Nights are back and it’s the perfect time to check our hilarious improv shows! A showcase of some of our awesome teams paired with our signature shows.
COUNTRY SWING DANCE LESSONS 8-11pm • Ponderosa Social Club • $10/person • All Ages • 4064516317 • www.countryrenegadesmt.com Join the Country Renegades every Thursday for Country Swing dance lessons at Ponderosa Social Club! All experience levels are encouraged to join for lessons at 8pm and social dancing at 9pm. No partner required! See y’all out on the dance floor!
MONTANA DELUXE OR MIKE MURRAY DUO 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
FRIDAY, AUG. 16
TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.
MSU COMMUNITY CAT WALK 2024 11am-1pm • DowntownBozeman, Bozeman • FREE MSU President Cruzado, Champ, the MSU Spirit of the West Marching Band, MSU Spirit Squad, and other MSU representatives and community members will make their way down Main Street to create some “Bobcat Buzz”.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT MSU FAMILY HOUSING @ PAISLEY PARK noon-1:15pm • MSU Family Housing, Bozeman • FREE • ages 3-11 Explore hands-on learning and play, especially for kids ages 3-11.
BOZEMAN GOLD CLUB 12:10-1pm • First Security Bank, 208 E. Main St,, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-580-1921 • www. toastmasters.org A friendly group of individuals who meet weekly on Fridays at 12:10 p.m. in the basement of the First Security Bank to improve our communication skills.
SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed specifically for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT ELK GROVE 3-4:30pm • Elk Grove Park • FREE • ages 3-11 Explore hands-on learning and play, especially for kids ages 3-11.
GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR
ALPENGLOW FESTIVAL 4-10pm • Aspen Crossing (Outside Ponderosa Social Club) • Early Bird GA $30, VIP $60 • All Ages • www.alpenglowfest.com Alpenglow Festival is returning with an all country line up of your favorite local artists and national country stars. Featuring the Montana Made Village, Brewfest and carnival games for all ages!
MATHIAS 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel.com Live music.
DRINK AND DRAW WITH @ARTBYWOLVES 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Celtic music with a family friendly environment.
BAR IX TRIVIA 6-8pm • Bar IX, 311 E Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 551-2185 • www.bar-ix.com Undercover geniuses can try their hand at this spot’s trivia questions.
FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Live local Jazz every Friday while you dine.
CELTIC MUSIC 6:30-8:30pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover Each Friday night Valhalla celebrate Celtic culture with music.
EVERY BRILLIANT THING WITH HUGH BURROUGHS IN ASSOCIATION WITH SUFFER OUT LOUD AND MSU ACTIVE MINDS 7-9pm • MSU Strand Union Ballroom • $15 students, $20 General • 406-522-4855 • www.hughburroughs.com Every Brilliant Thing. A play about depression and the lengths we will go to for those we love.“Heart-wrenching, hilarious. One of the funniest plays you’ll ever see about depression and possibly one of the funniest plays you’ll ever see.”
BOZEMAN POETRY OPEN MIC 7pm • Country Bookshelf, 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman • 18+ • (406)587-0166 • www.countrybookshelf.com This is where you can say what you mean and mean what you say, without small impressionable ears listening.
BEACH BEAR RADIO PRESENTS: IDAHO GREEN W/ HIBERNATOR & HAIR MACHINE 7pm • Covellite Theatre, 215 W Broadway St, Butte • $10 ADV | $15 DOS • All Ages • 4063331658 • theticketing.co Idaho Green: Voice cracks and jumping jacks from Huntley Project, Montana since 2008. Based in Brooklyn since 2015. The rednecks don’t like us ‘cause they think we’re art kids, the art kids don’t like us ‘cause they think we’re rednecks.
GALLATIN SPEEDWAY RACES 7:35pm • Gallatin Speedway, 2290 Tubb Rd, Belgrade • Adults $15 · Junior (13-17) $13 · Senior (65+) $13 · Kids 12 & under FREE · Pit Pass $30 • (406) 388-9666 • www. gallatinspeedway.com Gallatin Speedway holds races through mid-September. Friday night races start at 7:35 p.m. Just minutes from Bozeman, Montana, off I-90.
PUBLIC SKATE 8-9:30pm • Ice Barn, 901 N Black Ave, Bozeman • $10 entry/$5 skates • www.gallatinicefoundation.org Join us every Friday, this summer, from 8:00 - 9:30pm for Public Skate!
TAYLOR BURLAGE BAND 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • no cover • 406-219-0400 • www.thejumpmt. com MT’s sweetheart, Taylor Burlage, has been rocking stages all across the west, including Under The Big Sky! He is hailed as one of the states up-and-coming Americana acts to watch out for. Catch them before they get too famous!
GARY SMALL AND THE COYOTE BROTHERS 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com The Coyote’ Bros are a diverse band with three Native American Music Awards including: Songwriter of the Year, Best Male Artist and Best Rock Album.
JACOB ROUNTREE 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
PONDEROSA BAR TRIVIA 9pm • Ponderosa Social Club, 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-8650 • ponderosamt. com Bar trivia with a 1st place cash prize and a 2nd place prize of a Ponderosa gift card!
SEAN DEVINE ROCK QUARTET 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www. themurraybar.com Rock, Songwriter
LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR OPEN MIC 11pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Join us for the late night version of our Happy Hour Open Mic! With $4 Beer, Wine, Wells and sets, this is the perfect end of the week activity. Stick around for a drink & some laughs. Sign up for 4-5 minute sets at the door!
SATURDAY, AUG. 17
VC GOLD RUSH 5K & DUCK RACE 7:30am • Discovery Ellingsen Park, Virginia City • $15 5K Competitive mens and womens races, 1.2K Fun Run *Awards & refreshments afterwards.
BIG SKY BIGGIE 8am-4pm • Big Sky Resort, 50 Big Sky Resort Rd, Big Sky • (800) 548-4486 • bigskyresort.com Mountain Bike Race in Big Sky!
BIG SKY BIGGIE 8am-4pm • Big Sky Town Center, Ousel Falls Road , Big Sky Mountain Bike Race in Big Sky!
SACKS THRIFT SUMMER BAG SALES 10am-4pm • Sacks Thrift • Fill a bag for $10! • All Ages • 4065877283 • www.sacksthrift. org Sacks Summer Bag Sales is back on June 15th, July 20th, and Aug. 17th! Make sure to put on some sunscreen, throw on some comfy clothes, and dig for some major steals! Fill a bag for only $10!
FAMILY STORYTIME 10:15-11am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • birth-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Singing simple rhymes and songs for babies, moving and grooving for tots, reading a longer book or two for preschoolers – this program has it all!
CREATIVE BRAIN TRUST 10:15am-noon • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org The Creative Brain Trust is a time for creatives of all kinds to come together, share their work, receive feedback, and discuss creative principles.
CLASSIC LITERATURE BOOK CLUB 10:15am-noon • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-5707752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org The Classic Literature Book Club focuses on literature that has withstood the test of time and continues to be relevant.
POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. Prize Pool Guaranteed to be at least $1500. Registration Open at 11:30 - late register by ~1:45. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.
LITTLE BEAR SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM 1-5pm • Little Bear Schoolhouse Museum • FREE, although donations will be gratefully accepted • All Ages • 406.600.0464 Open house and tour of historic one-room schoolhouse in rural Gallatin County, Montana. Information about the contextual history of Gallatin Gateway included in the tour.
TEEN RPG RENDEZVOUS 2-3pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Teens • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Explore role playing games like Dungeons & Dragons, Monster of the Week, Honey Heist, and more! Join a single two-hour adventure or begin your own campaign.
ALPENGLOW FESTIVAL 4-10pm • Aspen Crossing (Outside Ponderosa Social Club) • Early Bird GA $30, VIP $60 • All Ages • www. alpenglowfest.com Alpenglow Festival is returning with an all country line up of your favorite local artists and national country stars. Featuring the Montana Made Village, Brewfest and carnival games for all ages!
CHANDLER HUNTLEY 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel. com Live music.
MELVILLE SATURDAY NIGHTS 5-11pm • Cafe 191 • $10-25 • all ages This is the place to be this summer for some good old fashioned community get togethers.
LIVE MUSIC 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ Live local music each Sunday, check https://valhallabozeman.com/ for details.
LIVE MUSIC BY JOE 6-8pm • Bale Of Hay Saloon, 344 W. Wallace St , Virginia City • 21+ • (406) 843-5700 • www.baleofhaysaloon. com All the way from Main Street VC MT, join Joe for an evening you won’t forget!
STORY UNDER THE STARS 2024: NAPOLEON DYNAMITE 6:3010pm • The Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman • FREE • 406-582-2910 • www.friendsofthestory.org Cult-clasic NAPOLEON DYNAMITE is 20 years old! Celebrate with the Bozeman Film Society, Friends of the Story Mansion, and City of Bozeman Parks &
Recreation this summer on the lush lawn of Story Mansion Park at the corner of College and S. Willson. Kids activities, food trucks, and dance competition 6:30-8:30pm followed by movie at dusk.
MICHAEL KIRKWOOD 6:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www.redtractorpizza.com Live, local music while you dine.
SATURDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH JORDAN JENSEN 7-8:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 online, $30 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Jordan’s stand-up has been featured on “The Late Late Show with James Corden”, “Comedy Central Features” and “Don’t Tell Comedy”. She was also featured on Vulture’s “The Comedians You Should and Will Know in 2023”.
EVERY BRILLIANT THING WITH HUGH BURROUGHS IN ASSOCIATION WITH SUFFER OUT LOUD AND MSU ACTIVE MINDS 7-9pm • MSU Strand Union Ballroom • $15 students, $20 General • 406-522-4855 • www.hughburroughs.com Every Brilliant Thing. A play about depression and the lengths we will go to for those we love.“Heart-wrenching, hilarious. One of the funniest plays you’ll ever see about depression and possibly one of the funniest plays you’ll ever see.”
THE HEAD & THE HEART 7-11pm • The ELM • $65 - $100 (Adv.) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome The Head & the Heart for a live in concert performance.
LANGHORNE SLIM + WC HUNTLEY 7pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $35 ADV / $50 DOS • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com American singersongwriter.
LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Featuring local and touring music acts.
WESTERN ROOTS COUNTRY DANCING 8pm-12:30am • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • no cover • bourbonmt.com Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing at 8pm then dance and party the night away!
GARY SMALL AND THE COYOTE BROTHERS 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com The Coyote’ Bros are a diverse band with three Native American Music Awards including: Songwriter of the Year, Best Male Artist and Best Rock Album.
SATURDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH JORDAN JENSEN 910:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 online, $30 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Jordan’s stand-up has been featured on “The Late Late Show with James Corden”, “Comedy Central Features” and “Don’t Tell Comedy”. She was also featured on Vulture’s “The Comedians You Should and Will Know in 2023”.
MOJO RISIN 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
MARCEDES CARROLL DUO 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar. com Songwriter, Americana
SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER 10pm • Ponderosa Social Club, 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman • $5 • 21+ • (406) 577-8650 • ponderosamt.com Cosmic/disco bowling! Late Night Happy Hour drinks, throwback music videos, disco music!
SUNDAY, AUG. 18
CARS & COFFEE BELGRADE 8-10am • Duke’s Cafe & Bakery, 220 S. Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • (406) 924-2442 • Dukescafeandbakery.com Early bird Cars and Coffee meet at Dukes Cafe in Belgrade, every Sunday, in any weather, all year long. Anyone is welcome, just bring your passion for Engines.
24TH ANNUAL “CRUISIN’ ON MAIN” CAR SHOW 9am-2pm
• Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman • FREE You’re invited to the biggest and best Car Show in the region! The “Cruisin’ on Main” Car Show takes place on Main Street in Downtown Bozeman between Willson and Rouse Avenue.
TECH WORKSHOP EXTRAVAGANZA: LIGHTS! SOUND! ACTION! | VERGE THEATER SUMMER WORKSHOP noon-4pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • $50 for one | $75 for both • 16+ • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com Are you interested in learning more about the tech side of theater? This introductory workshop led by KC Luchsinger and Julie Seitel, will walk you through the ins and outs of sound and lighting design.
POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. Prize Pool Guaranteed to be at least $1500. Registration Open at 11:30 - late register by ~1:45. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.
LITTLE BEAR SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM 1-5pm • Little Bear Schoolhouse Museum • FREE, although donations will be gratefully accepted • All Ages • 406.600.0464 Open house and tour of historic one-room schoolhouse in rural Gallatin County, Montana. Information about the contextual history of Gallatin Gateway included in the tour.
INTRO TO SEWING 2-4pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn how to sew with Peg Ziegler in this introductory class.
CELTIC MUSIC 3-5pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • all ages Enjoy Celtic music at the Meadery each Sunday afternoon.
BOARD GAME DAY 3-9pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Bring in a board game and every player gets a free drink!
THE GHOSTS OF BOZEMAN’S PAST: HISTORIC SUNSET HILLS CEMETERY WALKING TOUR 4-5pm • Sunset Hills Cemetery, Bozeman • $20 General Admission, $18 Students, Seniors, Members • All Ages • www.eventbrite.com Join The Extreme History Project for a walking tour through Bozeman’s historic Sunset Hills Cemetery.
SIX VIEWPOINTS ADULT 6-WEEK WORKSHOP 4-6pm • Tinworks Art, 719 N. Ida Ave, Bozeman • FREE participants MUST REGISTER ONLINE • Adults • givebutter.com Led by Isabel Shaida, the Six Viewpoints Workshops at Tinworks Art are free, public programs inspired by Montana-based artist Mary Overlie (19462020) and her creation of Six Viewpoints for understanding body and relationship to space.
ANNUAL BLOCK PARTY 5pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Enjoy live honky tonk by www.TWANG, delicious food trucks from Follow Yer Nose BBQ and Antoinette’s Cajun, and refreshing local brews and margaritas.
THE GRAVY LADLES 7-9pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • FREE • all ages • (406) 222-3628 • www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Serving up a heaping spoonful of Americana with home cooked originals and spiced up covers!
CHRIS JONES & THE NIGHT DRIVERS 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Nashville-based bluegrass group, “Chris Jones & the Night Drivers”.
LETTUCE 7-11pm • The ELM • $35 - $55 (Adv.) $38 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Lettuce for a live in concert performance.
SHOOT THE GUNS II - FILM PREMIERE 7pm • Covellite Theatre, 215 W Broadway St, Butte • $10 ADV | $15 DOS • All Ages • 4063331658 • theticketing.co 80’s/90’s action comedy cop film produced by a punk rock band and directed by 2x Emmy Award Winner Eric Schrader (“Zulu Summer”, “Live Below Zero”). Be the first to watch the film, join producer & director Q&A, and audience survey for final edit!
MONDAY, AUG. 19
SHAPE-UP FOR NUTCRACKER 9:30am • MBC Studio, 2304 N. 7th Ave. Ste. C3, Bozeman Prepare for auditions with this fun opportunity to learn MBC’s Nutcracker choreography. Ages 12-28 9:30am -12:30 pm, Ages 9-11 1:30-4pm.
BOARD GAME NIGHT 6-7:45pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org A chance to test your strategy and teamwork skills with board games and other adults. Join us at the library for some table top fun.
GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Wildrye Distilling, 111 East Oak Street Suite 1E, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-2288 • www.wildryedistilling.com With Picture Rounds, Sound Rounds, Word Jumbles and more.. There’s Something for Everyone.
MOVIE NIGHT 6-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Every month we screen a popular documentary film.
TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9pm • Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub.com Join us for our weekly trivia night, Game Night Live is a leader in bar trivia and music bingo, putting on awesome games at local venues that everyone can enjoy.
COMEDY OPEN MIC 7pm • The Break Room Beer Bar & Lounge, 1011 W College St, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4065795590 • thebreakroombzn.com Stand-up comedy open mic featuring a variety of Bozeman amateur and professional comics! A casual space to try out new and old material, or just relax and have a laugh and a beer. Time slots are 5 minutes per comic.
SPORTS TRIVIA 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com For those looking for more sporty trivia questions this is it.
TUESDAY, AUG. 20
BIG SKY TOASTMASTERS 6:45-7:45am • Bozeman Senior Center, 807 N. Tracy Ave, Bozeman • First 2 visits FREE • 18+ • 4066402790 • www.toastmasters.org Develop your public speaking and leadership skills through Toastmasters International Pathways Program. First 2 visits are free. Then apply for membership.
SHAPE-UP FOR NUTCRACKER 9:30am • MBC Studio, 2304 N. 7th Ave. Ste. C3, Bozeman Prepare for auditions with this fun opportunity to learn MBC’s Nutcracker choreography. Ages 12-28 9:30am -12:30 pm, Ages 9-11 1:30-4pm.
BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT MONFORTON MIDDLE SCHOOL 11:30am-1pm • Monforton School • FREE Explore hands-on learning and play, especially for kids ages 3-11.
YOGA FOR ALL 12:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary. org Our movement series meets weekly in the Bozeman Public Library Community Room.
THE VERSATILE BISCONE - BAKER TAKES A HIKE 4-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn how to make Biscone with Nancy Pederson.
GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR
MSU FIRST YEAR STUDENT CONVOCATION: TOMMY ORANGE 4pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • (406) 994-CATS • www.brickbreeden.com Tommy Orange, an author whose novels chronicle contemporary Native American life, will speak at Montana State University’s First Year Student Convocation.
BEREAVEMENT GROUP 4:30-5:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org For those who have experienced grief or loss in any form.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT QUAIL RUN PARK 4:305:30pm • Quail Run Park • FREE • ages 3-11 Explore hands-on learning and play, especially for kids ages 3-11.
PORCH SIDE PICNIC 5-8pm • 320 Guest Ranch • Adults: $25, Children: $18, Kids 3 and under: free • All Ages • 406-995-4283 • 320ranch.com Join us for our Tuesday Evening Porch-Side Picnic. Reservations required, open to the public.
BOZEMAN FARMERS’ MARKET 5-8pm • Lindley Park, 626 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • all ages • (406) 582-2291 Voted “Best THING in Bozeman” and “Best Farmers Market”!
NONFICTION WRITING GROUP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Hobby writers are welcome to share your work with other writers, critique content, and develop your ability.
LONE MOUNTAIN RANCH RODEO 5:30-10:30pm • Lone Mountain Ranch, 750 Lone Mountain Ranch Rd, Big Sky • $75 kids over 5, $150 adults • lonemountainranch.com Weekly Lone Mountain Ranch Rodeo where we challenge cowboys and cowgirls to compete for bragging rights. Food, drinks, and more!
GNL TRIVIA 6-8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com Accessible and amazing trivia for everyone, always an awesome time. Prizes for winners.
LAST BEST PLACE TRIVIA 6pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman This brewery hosts trivia every Tuesday night at 6pm and offers some non-alcoholic choices as well like some N/A beers along with some drinks for kids like juice boxes.
SUMMER COMEDY NIGHTS 6:30pm • Covellite Theatre, 215 W Broadway St, Butte • FREE • All Ages • 4063331658 • Covellitepresents.org Join us in the Uptown Lounge at the Covellite Theatre
to enjoy 8 nights of regional Stand-Up Comics, curated by 302 Comedy out of Helena, and hosted by comedian Dan Ralph.
TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Grab some friends and get there early to grab a table the first round starts at 6:30!
ARGENTINE TANGO NIGHT 7-9pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • 4065992463 • www. thegreydogbar.com/events Argentine tango every Tuesday evening. No-cost beginner lesson followed by open tango dancing. No prior tango skills necessary. We are there for fun and tango socialization. Bring a friend!
JOY OLADOKUN 7-11pm • The ELM • $26 (Adv.) $29 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Joy Oladokun for a concert performance.
POKER TOURNAMENT 7-11pm • The Golden Zebra • $40 • 18+ • 4062192436 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. $200 Added. Great way to learn the game! Registration Open at 6:30 - late register by ~7:30. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.
BONE DRY COMEDY HOUR OPEN MIC 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Our weekly open mic is a safe, friendly, supportive place to start your comedy journey, try new material, and connect to the Bozeman Stand up scene.
TUESDAY BINGO NIGHT 8pm • The Buck • $10 for 5 cards, $5 for additional cards, 5 cards per round max • All Ages • 406-5229555 • Thebuckbozeman.com Prepare to win cash and prizes at this lively event. A skilled caller will lead you through numerous rounds of this classic game with a little twist. Bingo starts at 8pm every Tuesday at the Buck.
TUESDAY INDUSTRY NIGHT 9pm • The Waypoint, 50 Ousel Falls Rd, Big Sky • no cover • 21+ • thebigskywaypoint.com Join us every Tuesday 9pm-late for beer pong, drink discounts, beer dice, and $3 pizza slices!
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 21
8-WEEK HYPERTENSION (HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE) CLASS 1am-2:30pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • All Ages • 4063884346 • forms.gle Belgrade Community Library is hosting a free, 8-week Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Class, lead by health coaches with the Gallatin Health Department.
LITTLE LEARNERS (AGES 1-3) 9:30-10:30am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 1-3 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar The program includes shared readings, singing, movement activities, and sensory exploration. Registration is required.
SHAPE-UP FOR NUTCRACKER 9:30am • MBC Studio, 2304 N. 7th Ave. Ste. C3, Bozeman Prepare for auditions with this fun opportunity to learn MBC’s Nutcracker choreography. Ages 12-28 9:30am -12:30 pm, Ages 9-11 1:30-4pm.
TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.
COOKBOOKS AND COFFEE 10:30-11:30am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join us on Wednesday mornings for some light conversation, hot drinks, and free cookbooks.
PRESCHOOL PIONEERS 11am-noon • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/ admission • Ages 3-5 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/ calendar Designed for children aged 3-5 and their caregivers, this program offers a variety of activities such as shared reading, singing, movement, and hands-on experiences.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT WALTON HOMESTEAD PARK 11:30am-1pm • Walton Homestead Park • FREE Explore hands-on learning and play, especially for kids ages 3-11.
QIGONG noon-1pm • Pilgrim United Church of Christ • Suggested Donation: $5-$10 • All Ages • 406 580-0187 Join Barb and the Qigong community for some gentle stretching, mindful breathing and a series of flowing movements to increase strength, flexibility, balance and calm.
MEDITERRANEAN DIET COOKING CLASS - WITH DR. JOSEPH SOFIANEK noon-1pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • adults • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Dr. Joe will be conducting a cooking demo featuring the healthy Mediterranean Diet on the third Wednesday of the month at noon in the Kitchen Table.
RETRO AEROBICS 12:15-1:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Retro aerobics joins our line-up of movement classes this summer.
SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed specifically for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.
LIBRARY BOOK CLUB MEETING 3-4pm • Barnes & Noble, 2825 W Main St, Bozeman • FREE • Adults There There by Tommy Orange. Gertude Stein famously said, “There is no there there about Oakland.” Bah! The at-first disconnected characters who Tommy Orange brings to life in his National Book Award winning debut novel meet at the Big Powwow.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT GALLATIN VALLEY
REGIONAL PARK 3:30-5pm • Gallatin County Regional Park, Oak & Davis, Bozeman • FREE • ages 3-11 Explore hands-on learning and play, especially for kids ages 3-11.
READ WITH A DOG 4-5pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Kids can read with an Intermountain Therapy Dog each Wednesday afternoon.
FIBER ARTS 4-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Bring any type of easily mobile fiber based craft for a social meet up with other fiber artists in the Bozeman community.
MANHATTAN FARMERS MARKET 4-7pm • West Main and South Broadway • FREE • All Ages • 4062824350 • gallatincd.org Join us at the Manhattan Farmers Market every Wednesday until midSeptember. Our family-friendly market offers fresh produce, cut flowers, baked goods, unique crafts, live music, and much more! Find us at Railroad Park from 4-7 pm this summer.
LIVINGSTON FARMERS MARKET 4:30-7:30pm • Miles Park Bandshell • FREE • All Ages • 406 222 0730 • westernsustainabilityexchange.org Come rain, shine – or wind– this summer’s free Livingston Farmers Market runs each Wednesday from June 5th through September 18th. Join us for local food & more!
MIDWEEK MINDFULNESS 5-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join certified instructor Turi Hetherington for a peaceful guided meditation, then an exploration of the Labyrinth.
CHUCKWAGON BBQ 5-8pm • 320 Guest Ranch • Adult: $75, Children: $45, Kids 3 and under: Free • All Ages • 406-9954283 • 320ranch.com Arrive to 320 Guest Ranch and get on a horse-drawn wagon to a BBQ by the Gallatin River. First wagon leaves at 5pm. Enjoy the BBQ with local musicians. Reservations required, open to the public.
BIG SKY FARMER’S MARKET 5-8pm • Big Sky Town Center, Ousel Falls Road , Big Sky • FREE • All ages The 2024 Big Sky Farmers Market will take place every Wednesday from 5-8pm, June 5thSeptember 25th in Big Sky Town Center.
LITTLE JANE TRIO 5:30pm • Gallatin River Lodge, 9105 Thorpe Rd, Bozeman • (406) 388-0148 • www.grlodge.com Local live music while you dine.
OPEN MIC WITH THE BOZEMAN POETRY COLLECTIVE 6pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Open mic with music, poetry, comedy and anything else you would like to share.
KATABATIC TRIVIA 6-7pm • Katabatic Brewing Company, 117 W Park St, Livingston • 21+ • (406) 333-2855 • katabaticbrewing. blogspot.com The winners of this establishment’s weekly trivia competition are given a prize fit for their accomplishments: they get to drink for free!
GNL TRIVIA WEDNESDAY 6-8pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games. Free-to-Play & Prizes for the Winners.
GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Audreys Pizza Oven & Freefall Brewery, 806 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • No Cover • (406) 522-5456 • www.audreyspizzaoven.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games!
BELGRADE SUMMER NIGHTS 6-8pm • FREE • All Ages • www. facebook.com The Belgrade Community Coalition is thrilled to announce Belgrade Summer Nights - a downtown block party and concert series happening each month this summer on Broadway Street between Main and Central.
OPEN MIC WEDNESDAYS 6-9:30pm • The Bunkhouse Brewery, 7715 Shedhorn Dr., Four Corners • FREE • All Ages • (406) 577-2130 Music! Comedy! Solo Artists! Bands! Spoken word! Whatever! All are welcome! 15 min slots, call or stop in to sign up. Open jam at 9. Full PA and lights provided.
WEDNESDAY EVENING BOOK CLUB MEETING 6:30-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults • 4065822413 • bozemanlibrary.libnet.info There There by Tommy Orange. Gertude Stein famously said, “There is no there there about Oakland.” Bah! The at-first disconnected characters who Tommy Orange brings to life in his National Book Award winning debut novel meet at the Big Oakland Powwow.
FILE DESIGN FOR MACHINE EMBROIDERY 6:30-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • teens, adults • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org In this class we will be learning how to make JEF files using the free program Inkscape with the Ink/Stitch plugin.
BINGO 7-9pm • American Legion Bar, 225 E. Main St., Bozeman • 18+ • (406) 586-8400 • www.facebook.com 100% of the proceeds go to assisting our Veterans, their families, our youth programs, and the community.
FRUITION 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $35 ADV/$50 DOS • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com A versatile quintet that performs folk-rock with touches of soul, bluegrass, and country, from Portland, Oregon.
WESTERN SWING WEDNESDAYS 7-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • Lessons $10 • 21+ after 9pm • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com There will be a great dance floor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman’s Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes.
K. FLAY 7-11pm • The ELM • $27 - $45 (Adv.) $32 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome K. Flay for a live in concert performance.
LIVE MUSIC AT PONDEROSA SOCIAL CLUB 7pm • Ponderosa Social Club, 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-8650 • ponderosamt.com Free live music every Wednesday starting at 7pm.
TRIVIA NIGHT 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com Regular party animals and intellectuals alike may enjoy Rockin R Trivia.
BLUEGRASS NIGHT 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local Bluegrass music every Wednesday.
TRIVIA NIGHT 8pm • The Molly Brown, 703 W. Babcock, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 552-7362 Gather your friends for a night of trivia fun each Wednesday.
LADIES NIGHT 8pm-2am • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $10 for guys • 21+ The wonderful Ladies of Bozeman can enjoy 2 free drinks, $3 drinks till 10 pm, and that booty shakin’ music provided by DJ Chedda.
COLLECTIVE VIBRATIONS OPEN JAM 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www. themurraybar.com Open Jam
THURSDAY,
AUG. 22
SHAPE-UP FOR NUTCRACKER 9:30am • MBC Studio, 2304 N. 7th Ave. Ste. C3, Bozeman Prepare for auditions with this fun opportunity to learn MBC’s Nutcracker choreography. Ages 12-28 9:30am -12:30 pm, Ages 9-11 1:30-4pm.
BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.
INTRO TO AUDIO RECORDING 10:15am-noon • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • teens, adults • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn how to use our brand new Studio to record your own audio.
GYROKINESIS 12:15-1pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A movement method that addresses the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion and creating functional strength through rhythmic, flowing movement sequences.
THURSDAY’S TABLE 1-2pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Share in your community’s food traditions and favorite recipes in the Kitchen Table.
LEGO CLUB 3:30-5pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • ages 5-11 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org LEGO building, especially for kids ages 5-11 and their caregivers.
REACH 50TH BIRTHDAY BASH 4-7pm • Reach Inc. Work Center, 322 Gallatin Park Drive, Bozeman Help us celebrate our fiftieth year in the valley! Enjoy Bar3 BBQ, cupcakes, music, and fun. Come and go as you wish between 4 and 7pm.
MUSIC IN THE PARK SUMMER SERIES - ENNIS 5-7pm • Peter T’s Park, 213 Main St, Ennis • no charge • all ages Weather permitting music will take place every Thursday ~ June 27 to Sep 26 from 5 - 7:00pm.
CREEKSIDE REVIVAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 5-11pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $30, $40, 3 day pass $100 • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Four days of jammin’ by the creek with 15 bands from across the country. Thursday show is FREE.
ALONG THE GALLAGATOR: HISTORY OF THE RAILWAY, SOUTH TRACY, AND MORE! 6-7:30pm • Bozeman Sculpture Park • $20 General Admission, $18 Seniors and Students • All Ages • www. eventbrite.com Join us for a stroll along the Gallagator Trail.
SINGO 6-8pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • 21+ Do you like music? Are you a fan of Bingo? Bring a group for Singo and relax for some fun and beer.
BREAKING TRIVIA 6-8pm • The Break Room Beer Bar & Lounge, 1011 W College St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065795590 • thebreakroombzn.com Team trivia night for groups up to 8. Free to play, and you can win prizes and gift cards! Prizes awarded after each half, with a bonus for the overall top team. General knowledge, themed rounds, music and picture rounds!
FLY-TYING NIGHT 6-9pm • Bozeman Fly Supply, 2621 W College, Bozeman • FREE Bring your vise, tools, materials, and beverages to tie some flies. This is not a class but an invitation for all to get out of the house, get behind the vise, and have fun with fellow tiers.
JOE’S TRUCK STOP/SEAN HESS 6pm • 1889 Barn, 12670 Portnell Road, Gallatin Gateway • all ages • 406 579-4865 • www.1889barn. com Joe’s Truck Stop/Sean Hess. Our bar opens at 5pm, Music starts at 6pm. Come try out the new dance floor!
BUNKHOUSE TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • Bunkhouse Brewery • FREE • All Ages • 406-577-2130 • www.bunkhousebrewery.com Trivia for all--prizes for top three teams, drink specials & more!
MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS: FRUITION 6:30-10pm • Len Hill Park, 33 Lone Peak Dr, Big Sky • FREE • All ages The Arts Council of Big Sky is pleased to announce another incredible summer of Music in the Mountains at Center Stage in Len Hill Park in Big Sky.
VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • La Brasserie, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 • www.labrasseriemt.com Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.
KGLT DJ NIGHT 7-9pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the vibe that is the Hop Lounge and join the Guest DJ for KGLT Alternative Public Radio DJ Night.
BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!
GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR
HOT NEIGHBOR 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Bozeman-based acoustic rock group, “Hot Neighbor”.
THE GREY DOG BAR KARAOKE 7pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar. com Karaoke at the Grey Dog Bar
LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com The Tune Up is host to live music multiple times per week.
THURSDAY NIGHT OUT! 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15, $5 for MSU Students • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Improv Thursday Nights are back and it’s the perfect time to check our hilarious improv shows! A showcase of some of our awesome teams paired with our signature shows.
COUNTRY SWING DANCE LESSONS 8-11pm • Ponderosa Social Club • $10/person • All Ages • 4064516317 • www.countryrenegadesmt.com Join the Country Renegades every Thursday for Country Swing dance lessons at Ponderosa Social Club! All experience levels are encouraged to join for lessons at 8pm and social dancing at 9pm. No partner required! See y’all out on the dance floor!
MONTANA DELUXE 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
FRIDAY,
AUG. 23
ONE VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GOLF INVITATIONAL 8am-2:30pm • Old Works Golf Course • $1500 per team of 4 • All Ages • (406) 587-6262 • www.onevalley.org/golf Support the future of Gallatin County at One Valley Community Foundation’s 9th annual Golf Invitational on Friday, August 23rd, at Old Works Golf Course.
TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.
BOZEMAN GOLD CLUB 12:10-1pm • First Security Bank, 208 E. Main St,, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-580-1921 • www. toastmasters.org A friendly group of individuals who meet weekly on Fridays at 12:10 p.m. in the basement of the First Security Bank to improve our communication skills.
SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed specifically for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.
SUMMER LEARNING ON THE GO - AT VALLEY WEST PARK 2 -4:30pm • Valley West Park, Clifden and Cascade Street, Bozeman • FREE Explore hands-on learning and play, especially for kids ages 3-11.
7TH ANNUAL MONTANA PITMASTER CLASSIC 5-8pm • Kenyon Noble 1243 W Oak St • FREE • all ages •Professional and amateur contestants from all over the US and Canada come to compete for the Montana State Championship of BBQ in the categories of chicken, pork ribs, pork, and brisket.
TAYLOR BURLAGE 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel. com Live music.
CREEKSIDE REVIVAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 5-11pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $30, $40, 3 day pass $100 • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Four days of jammin’ by the creek with 15 bands from across the country. Thursday show is FREE.
DRINK AND DRAW WITH @ARTBYWOLVES 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Celtic music with a family friendly environment.
BAR IX TRIVIA 6-8pm • Bar IX, 311 E Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 551-2185 • www.bar-ix.com Undercover geniuses can try their hand at this spot’s trivia questions.
FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Live local Jazz every Friday while you dine.
CELTIC MUSIC 6:30-8:30pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover Each Friday night Valhalla celebrate Celtic culture with music.
PINKY AND THE FLOYD + DEAD SKY 6:30pm • Bridger Brewing Co, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman • $35 +fees ($45 on day-of-show) • All ages welcome (Under 5 get in free) • (406) 587-2124 • www. bridgerbrewing.com Pinky and the Floyd returns to Bridger Brewing’s Bozeman location (1609 S. 11th Ave) for a Back-to-School Block Party Celebration.
FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH AARON KOMINOS-SMITH 7-8:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 online, $30 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Aaron Kominos-Smith has appeared on Comedy Central’s Inside Amy Schumer, MTV, Oculus’ NextVR Network, and American Movie Classic. Audiences connect instantly with Aaron’s charming wit and energetic characters.
EVERY BRILLIANT THING WITH HUGH BURROUGHS IN ASSOCIATION WITH SUFFER OUT LOUD AND MSU ACTIVE MINDS 7-9pm • MSU Strand Union Ballroom • $15 students, $20 General • 406-522-4855 • www.hughburroughs.com Every Brilliant Thing. A play about depression and the lengths we will go to for those we love.“Heart-wrenching, hilarious. One of the funniest plays you’ll ever see about depression and possibly one of the funniest plays you’ll ever see.”
METAL + MOZART 7pm • Ground Control, Exploration for Movement and the Arts • $40 The Metal + Mozart Project Pitch is a preview performance and proof-of-concept for Raison D’être Dance Project’s next major two-act production.
THE HIGHWAYMAN SHOW - TRIBUTE PERFORMED BY TONY SURACI 7:30-10pm • Music Ranch Montana • Section A $58, Section B $45, Section B $32 • All Ages • 406-222-2255 • www.musicranchmontana.net Enjoy the tribute music of the Highwayman band as performed by Tony Suraci in the Paradise Valley.
GALLATIN SPEEDWAY RACES 7:35pm • Gallatin Speedway, 2290 Tubb Rd, Belgrade • Adults $15 · Junior (13-17) $13 · Senior (65+) $13 · Kids 12 & under FREE · Pit Pass $30 • (406) 388-9666 • www. gallatinspeedway.com Gallatin Speedway holds races through mid-September. Friday night races start at 7:35 p.m. Just minutes from Bozeman, Montana, off I-90.
PUBLIC SKATE 8-9:30pm • Ice Barn, 901 N Black Ave, Bozeman • $10 entry/$5 skates • www.gallatinicefoundation.org Join us every Friday, this summer, from 8:00 - 9:30pm for Public Skate!
LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Featuring local and touring music acts.
RAISE THE ROOF 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 406-219-0400 • www.thejumpmt.com Raise the Roof is fronted by Paul Larson, a country music legend in South Dakota! This will be a night of kicking away your worries and letting loose to some good ol’ country music!
THE POWELL BROTHERS 8-11:30pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $10 • (406) 587-0585 A Country/Southern Rock music fronted by brothers Taylor Powell and Blake Powell.
JESSE DANIEL 8pm • The Westerner, 304 Mill St., Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 21+ • thewesternermt.com The California native is blazing the trail for a new wave of traditional artists, bringing his kind of country music to stages all over the world.
BLACKWATER BAND 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Rock and Roll band!
FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH AARON KOMINOS-SMITH 9-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 online, $30 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Aaron Kominos-Smith has appeared on Comedy Central’s Inside Amy Schumer, MTV, Oculus’ NextVR Network, and American Movie Classic. Audiences connect instantly with Aaron’s charming wit and energetic characters.
ELANA HAYDEN 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
PONDEROSA BAR TRIVIA 9pm • Ponderosa Social Club, 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-8650 • ponderosamt. com Bar trivia with a 1st place cash prize and a 2nd place prize of a Ponderosa gift card!
LONE ELDER 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Western Blues
LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR OPEN MIC 11pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Join us for the late night version of our Happy Hour Open Mic! With $4 Beer, Wine, Wells and sets, this is the perfect end of the week activity. Stick around for a drink & some laughs. Sign up for 4-5 minute sets at the door!
SATURDAY, AUG. 24
THE BASH - GALLATIN GATEWAY 7:30am-3pm • Gallatin Gateway Community Center, 145 Mill Street, Gallatin Gateway Gallatin Gateway is excited to announce The Bash, an event celebrating our community’s rich history and culture. This day-long event will feature various activities and attractions for all ages, highlighting Gateway’s unique spirit.
13TH ANNUAL MONTANA CLEAN ENERGY FAIR 9am-3:30pm • MSU Billings • FREE • All Ages • (406) 214-9405 • montanarenewables.org The Montana Clean Energy Fair is the premiere event for comprehensive, clean-powered living in the Big Sky State. Experience the power of cost savings with renewables and efficiency. Attend workshops, meet a host of local and regional exhibitors.
MSU SERVICE SATURDAY 9:45am-2pm • MSU SUB (Strand Union Building), 280 Strand Union, Bozeman • (406) 994-4636 • www. montana.edu/sub/ Join the Office of Student Engagement for our Debut Service Saturday from 9:45am-2pm. Projects will be announced in August!
STOP, DROP, & COLLAGE! 10am-noon • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/ admission. • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Join us in the galleries with one of MOR’s teaching artists to create a magnificent collage inspired by our upcoming Mythic Creatures exhibit, suitable for both adults and children.
FLY FISHING AND OUTDOOR FESTIVAL 10am-6pm • Peter T’s Park, 213 Main St, Ennis • FREE One day only! Casting demo’s 121pm, Casting competition 1-5pm, vendors, dinner, live music.
BOZEMAN RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL 10am-8pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • $10 online and $12 at the gate! Kids (under 12) get in FREE • (406) 582-3270 • www. gallatin.mt.gov Tons of fun games, entertainment, excellent food, and a medieval-inspired market! Bring the whole family for a day of fun!
FAMILY STORYTIME 10:15-11am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • birth-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Singing simple rhymes and songs for babies, moving and grooving for tots, reading a longer book or two for preschoolers – this program has it all!
CREATIVE BRAIN TRUST 10:15am-noon • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org The Creative Brain Trust is a time for creatives of all kinds to come together, share their work, receive feedback, and discuss creative principles.
FARM ANIMAL MEET AND BLEAT 11am-noon • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • (406) 994-2251 • www.museumoftherockies.org Join the fun at the museum’s Living History Farm and meet various animals from MSU’s College of Agriculture. It will be an UDDERly fantastic day for the whole family!
SEE YOU AT THE LIBRARY 11:30am-1pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org See You at the Library is a national day where thousands of families come together at public libraries for wholesome story hours celebrating families, liberty, and America. This year the SYATL comes to the Bozeman Public Library.
7TH ANNUAL MONTANA PITMASTER CLASSIC 12-4pm • Kenyon Noble 1243 W Oak St • FREE • all ages •Professional and amateur contestants from all over the US and Canada come to compete for the Montana State Championship of BBQ in the categories of chicken, pork ribs, pork, and brisket.
POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. Prize Pool Guaranteed to be at least $1500. Registration Open at 11:30 - late register by ~1:45. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.
CREEKSIDE REVIVAL MUSIC FESTIVAL noon-11pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $30, $40, 3 day pass $100 • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Four days of jammin’ by the creek with 15 bands from across the country. Thursday show is FREE.
LITTLE BEAR SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM 1-5pm • Little Bear Schoolhouse Museum • FREE, although donations will be gratefully accepted • All Ages • 406.600.0464 Open house and tour of historic one-room schoolhouse in rural Gallatin County, Montana. Information about the contextual history of Gallatin Gateway included in the tour.
TEEN RPG RENDEZVOUS 2-3pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Teens • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Explore role playing games like Dungeons & Dragons, Monster of the Week, Honey Heist, and more! Join a single two-hour adventure or begin your own campaign.
LIVE MUSIC 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ Live local music each Sunday, check https://valhallabozeman.com/ for details.
EMMA AND THE LEDGE 6:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Live, local music while you dine.
EVERY BRILLIANT THING WITH HUGH BURROUGHS IN ASSOCIATION WITH SUFFER OUT LOUD AND MSU ACTIVE MINDS 7-9pm • MSU Strand Union Ballroom • $15 students, $20 General • 406-522-4855 • www.hughburroughs.com Every Brilliant Thing. A play about depression and the lengths we will go to for those we love.“Heart-wrenching, hilarious. One of the funniest plays you’ll ever see about depression and possibly one of the funniest plays you’ll ever see.”
TWITTY AND LYNN: A SALUTE TO CONWAY AND LORETTA 7:30pm • Music Ranch Montana • Section A $62, Section B $49, Section C $36 • All Ages • 406-222-2255 • www.musicranchmontana.net Enjoy the music of Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty as performed by their Grandchildren, Tayla Lynn and Tre Twitty in Paradise Valley.
NOTORIOUS BOZ 8-9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www. lastbestcomedy.com Notorious BOZ is a long-form improv show that celebrates the city of Bozeman, its history and its incredible citizens.
LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Featuring local and touring music acts.
LADIES NIGHT WITH DJ QUEEN E - LATIN MUSIC 8pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com Live Latin music to dance to.
WESTERN ROOTS COUNTRY DANCING 8pm-12:30am • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • no cover • bourbonmt.com Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing at 8pm then dance and party the night away!
BLACKWATER BAND 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Rock and Roll band!
RAVEN ROSHI 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
JOHNNY DANGO 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Americana, Alternative
WHIZ BANG! INTOXICATING COMEDY 9:30-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Whiz BANG! is an explosion of intoxicating comedy! Exciting, high-energy, shortform improv that is so funny it’s criminal. An hour long show with lots of audience interaction, it’s the perfect show to bring some pals or a date.
SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER 10pm • Ponderosa Social Club, 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman • $5 • 21+ • (406) 577-8650 • ponderosamt.com Cosmic/disco bowling! Late Night Happy Hour drinks, throwback music videos, disco music!
SUNDAY, AUG. 25
CARS & COFFEE BELGRADE 8-10am • Duke’s Cafe & Bakery, 220 S. Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • (406) 924-2442 • Dukescafeandbakery.com Early bird Cars and Coffee meet at Dukes Cafe in Belgrade, every Sunday, in any weather, all year long. Anyone is welcome, just bring your passion for Engines.
BALLROOM DANCE BOZEMAN PRESENTS BEGINNING BALLROOM CLASSES 10am-4pm • Beall Park Recreation Center • $10 per person per class • www.ballroomdancebozeman.org Waltz 10am; Foxtrot 11am; Rumba 2pm; Cha Cha 3pm. Followed by Free BBQ-Dance 5pm. Singles/Couples welcome. Bring separate, clean dance shoes to protect the floor. Register at: www. ballroomdancebozeman.org/shop-now/p/beginning-ballroomdance-lessons
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|VERGE THEATER SUMMER WORKSHOP noon-4pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • $50 for one | $75 for both • 16+ • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com Are you interested in learning more about the tech side of theater? This introductory workshop led by KC Luchsinger and Julie Seitel, will walk you through the ins and outs of sound and lighting design.
POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. Prize Pool Guaranteed to be at least $1500. Registration Open at 11:30 - late register by ~1:45. Food & Drinks served
CREEKSIDE REVIVAL MUSIC FESTIVAL noon-11pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $30, $40, 3 day pass $100 • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Four days of jammin’ by the creek with 15 bands from across the country. Thursday show is FREE.
FROM TENTS TO TOWNS: BOZEMAN’S HISTORIC MAIN STREET WALKING TOUR 1-2:30pm • The Extreme History Project • $20 General Admission, $18 Senior and Students • All Ages • www. eventbrite.com Come on a walk with The Extreme History Project while we explore Bozeman’s historic Main Street.
LITTLE BEAR SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM 1-5pm • Little Bear Schoolhouse Museum • FREE, although donations will be gratefully accepted • All Ages • 406.600.0464 Open house and tour of historic one-room schoolhouse in rural Gallatin County, Montana. Information about the contextual history of Gallatin Gateway included in the tour.
EVERY BRILLIANT THING WITH HUGH BURROUGHS IN ASSOCIATION WITH SUFFER OUT LOUD AND MSU ACTIVE MINDS 23:30pm • MSU Strand Union Ballroom • $15 students, $20 General • 406-522-4855 • www.hughburroughs.com Every Brilliant Thing. A play about depression and the lengths we will go to for those we love.“Heart-wrenching, hilarious. One of the funniest plays you’ll ever see about depression and possibly one of the funniest plays you’ll ever see.”
QUILTING SESSIONS 2-4pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • adults • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Quilting sessions on select Sundays.
CELTIC MUSIC 3-5pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • all ages Enjoy Celtic music at the Meadery each Sunday afternoon.
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BOARD GAME DAY 3-9pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Bring in a board game and every player gets a free drink!
THE GHOSTS OF BOZEMAN’S PAST: HISTORIC SUNSET HILLS CEMETERY WALKING TOUR 4-5pm • Sunset Hills Cemetery, Bozeman • $20 General Admission, $18 Students, Seniors, Members • All Ages • www.eventbrite.com Join The Extreme History Project for a tour through Bozeman’s historic Sunset Hills Cemetery.
SIX VIEWPOINTS ADULT 6-WEEK WORKSHOP 4-6pm • Tinworks Art, 719 N. Ida Ave, Bozeman • FREE participants MUST REGISTER ONLINE • Adults • givebutter.com Led by Isabel Shaida, the Six Viewpoints Workshops at Tinworks Art are free, public programs inspired by Montana-based artist Mary Overlie (19462020) and her creation of Six Viewpoints for understanding body and relationship to space.
HORNBREAD W/ FAIRLY BRIEF 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Bozeman-based ska group “Hornbread” with support from the local rock group “Fairly Brief”.
MONDAY, AUG. 26
BOARD GAME NIGHT 6-7:45pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Adults • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org A chance to test your strategy and teamwork skills with board games and other adults. Join us at the library for some table top fun.
GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Wildrye Distilling, 111 East Oak Street Suite 1E, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-2288 • www.wildryedistilling.com With Picture Rounds, Sound Rounds, Word Jumbles and more.. There’s Something for Everyone.
RALPH PETTY 6:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www.redtractorpizza. com Live, local music while you dine.
TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9pm • Bacchus Pub, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • 406 404-1996 • www.bacchuspub.com Join us for our weekly trivia night, Game Night Live is a leader in bar trivia and music bingo, putting on awesome games at local venues that everyone can enjoy.
COMEDY OPEN MIC 7pm • The Break Room Beer Bar & Lounge, 1011 W College St, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4065795590 • thebreakroombzn.com Stand-up comedy open mic featuring a variety of Bozeman amateur and professional comics! A casual space to try out new and old material, or just relax and have a laugh and a beer. Time slots are 5 minutes per comic.
SPORTS TRIVIA 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com For those looking for more sporty trivia questions this is it.
TUESDAY, AUG. 27
BIG SKY TOASTMASTERS 6:45-7:45am • Bozeman Senior Center, 807 N. Tracy Ave, Bozeman • First 2 visits FREE • 18+ • 4066402790 • www.toastmasters.org Develop your public speaking and leadership skills through Toastmasters International Pathways Program. First 2 visits are free. Then apply for membership.
BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.
YOGA FOR ALL 12:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary. org Our movement series meets weekly in the Bozeman Public Library Community Room.
PORCH SIDE PICNIC 5-8pm • 320 Guest Ranch • Adults: $25, Children: $18, Kids 3 and under: free • All Ages • 406-995-4283 • 320ranch.com Join us for our Tuesday Evening Porch-Side Picnic. Reservations required, open to the public.
BOZEMAN FARMERS’ MARKET 5-8pm • Lindley Park, 626 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • all ages • (406) 582-2291 Voted “Best THING in Bozeman” and “Best Farmers Market”!
NONFICTION WRITING GROUP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Hobby writers are welcome to share your work with other writers, critique content, and develop your ability.
LONE MOUNTAIN RANCH RODEO 5:30-10:30pm • Lone Mountain Ranch, 750 Lone Mountain Ranch Rd, Big Sky • $75 kids over 5, $150 adults • lonemountainranch.com Weekly Lone Mountain Ranch Rodeo where we challenge cowboys and cowgirls to compete for bragging rights. Food, drinks, and more!
GNL TRIVIA 6-8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com Accessible and amazing trivia for everyone, always an awesome time. Prizes for winners.
LAST BEST PLACE TRIVIA 6pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman This brewery hosts trivia every Tuesday night at 6pm and offers some non-alcoholic choices as well like some N/A beers along with some drinks for kids like juice boxes.
TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Grab some friends and get there early to grab a table the first round starts at 6:30!
ARGENTINE TANGO NIGHT 7-9pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • 4065992463 • www. thegreydogbar.com/events Argentine tango every Tuesday evening. No-cost beginner lesson followed by open tango dancing. No prior tango skills necessary. We are there for fun and tango socialization. Bring a friend!
POKER TOURNAMENT 7-11pm • The Golden Zebra • $40 • 18+ • 4062192436 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. $200 Added. Great way to learn the game! Registration Open at 6:30 - late register by ~7:30. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff. BLUEGRASS NIGHTS
BONE DRY COMEDY HOUR OPEN MIC 8-10pm • Last Best Co edy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Our weekly open mic is a safe, friendly, supportive place to start your comedy journey, try new material, and connect to the Bozeman Stand up scene.
TUESDAY BINGO NIGHT 8pm • The Buck • $10 for 5 cards, $5 for additional cards, 5 cards per round max • All Ages • 406-5229555 • Thebuckbozeman.com Prepare to win cash and prizes at this lively event. A skilled caller will lead you through numerous rounds of this classic game with a little twist. Bingo starts at 8pm every Tuesday at the Buck.
TUESDAY INDUSTRY NIGHT 9pm • The Waypoint, 50 Ousel Falls Rd, Big Sky • no cover • 21+ • thebigskywaypoint.com Join us every Tuesday 9pm-late for beer pong, drink discounts, beer dice, and $3 pizza slices!
WEDNESDAY,
AUG. 28
8-WEEK HYPERTENSION (HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE) CLASS 1am-2:30pm • Belgrade Community Library, 106 N Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • All Ages • 4063884346 • forms.gle Belgrade Community Library is hosting a free, 8-week Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Class, lead by health coaches with the Gallatin Health Department.
LITTLE LEARNERS (AGES 1-3) 9:30-10:30am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 1-3 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar The program includes shared readings, singing, movement activities, and sensory exploration. Registration is required.
TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.
COOKBOOKS AND COFFEE 10:30-11:30am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join us on Wednesday mornings for some light conversation, hot drinks, and free cookbooks.
PRESCHOOL PIONEERS 11am-noon • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/ admission • Ages 3-5 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/ calendar Designed for children aged 3-5 and their caregivers, this program offers a variety of activities such as shared reading, singing, movement, and hands-on experiences.
QIGONG noon-1pm • Pilgrim United Church of Christ • Suggested Donation: $5-$10 • All Ages • 406 580-0187 Join Barb and the Qigong community for some gentle stretching, mindful breathing and a series of flowing movements to increase strength, flexibility, balance and calm.
RETRO AEROBICS 12:15-1:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Retro aerobics joins our line-up of movement classes this summer.
SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed specifically for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.
READ WITH A DOG 4-5pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Kids can read with an Intermountain Therapy Dog each Wednesday afternoon.
FIBER ARTS 4-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Bring any type of easily mobile fiber based craft for a social meet up with other fiber artists in the Bozeman community.
MANHATTAN FARMERS MARKET 4-7pm • West Main and South Broadway • FREE • All Ages • 4062824350 • gallatincd.org Join us at the Manhattan Farmers Market every Wednesday until midSeptember. Our family-friendly market offers fresh produce, cut flowers, baked goods, unique crafts, live music, and much more! Find us at Railroad Park from 4-7 pm this summer.
LIVINGSTON FARMERS MARKET 4:30-7:30pm • Miles Park Bandshell • FREE • All Ages • 406 222 0730 • westernsustainabilityexchange.org Come rain, shine – or wind– this summer’s free Livingston Farmers Market runs each Wednesday from June 5th through September 18th. Join us for local food & more!
MIDWEEK MINDFULNESS 5-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join certified instructor Turi Hetherington for a peaceful guided meditation, then an exploration of the Labyrinth.
CHUCKWAGON BBQ 5-8pm • 320 Guest Ranch • Adult: $75, Children: $45, Kids 3 and under: Free • All Ages • 406-9954283 • 320ranch.com Arrive to 320 Guest Ranch and get on a horse-drawn wagon to a BBQ by the Gallatin River. First wagon leaves at 5pm. Enjoy the BBQ with local musicians. Reservations required, open to the public.
BIG SKY FARMER’S MARKET 5-8pm • Big Sky Town Center, Ousel Falls Road , Big Sky • FREE • All ages The 2024 Big Sky Farmers Market will take place every Wednesday from 5-8pm, June 5thSeptember 25th in Big Sky Town Center.
OPEN MIC WITH THE BOZEMAN POETRY COLLECTIVE 6pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Open mic with music, poetry, comedy and anything else you would like to share.
GRACIOUS GABLES: BOZEMAN’S BON TON DISTRICT 6-7pm • The Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman • $20 General Admission, $18 Students, Seniors, Members • All Ages • 406-582-2910 • www.eventbrite.com Step back in time with The Extreme History Project to discover the history of the large houses on South Grand and South Willson Avenues.
KATABATIC TRIVIA 6-7pm • Katabatic Brewing Company, 117 W Park St, Livingston • 21+ • (406) 333-2855 • katabaticbrewing. blogspot.com The winners of this establishment’s weekly trivia competition are given a prize fit for their accomplishments: they get to drink for free!
GNL TRIVIA WEDNESDAY 6-8pm • SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop, 451 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 585-8558 • shinebeer.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games. Free-to-Play & Prizes for the Winners.
GAME NIGHT LIVE TRIVIA 6-8pm • Audreys Pizza Oven & Freefall Brewery, 806 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • No Cover • (406) 522-5456 • www.audreyspizzaoven.com Come Check Out the Most Accessible, Varied, and Fun Trivia Nights Designed for Anyone who Loves to Play Games!
OPEN MIC WEDNESDAYS 6-9:30pm • The Bunkhouse Brewery, 7715 Shedhorn Dr., Four Corners • FREE • All Ages • (406) 577-2130 Music! Comedy! Solo Artists! Bands! Spoken word! Whatever! All are welcome! 15 min slots, call or stop in to sign up. Open jam at 9. Full PA and lights provided.
STORY MANSION STRING JAM 7-9pm • The Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman • 406-582-2910 • www.friendsofthestory.org As a group, we will pick our favorite songs and fill the mansion with music! This is an Acoustic String Jam.
BINGO 7-9pm • American Legion Bar, 225 E. Main St., Bozeman • 18+ • (406) 586-8400 • www.facebook.com 100% of the proceeds go to assisting our Veterans, their families, our youth programs, and the community.
JAMPOKE 7-9pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • FREE • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Jampoke combines the blues, funk, and acoustic jams with soulful lyrics you might imagine in a Jack Johnson tune.
WESTERN SWING WEDNESDAYS 7-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • Lessons $10 • 21+ after 9pm • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com There will be a great dance floor every week, your favorite instructors, and all the country music you love from Bozeman’s Choice 2023 DJ, DJ Habes.
LIVE MUSIC AT PONDEROSA SOCIAL CLUB 7pm • Ponderosa Social Club, 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-8650 • ponderosamt.com Free live music every Wednesday starting at 7pm.
TRIVIA NIGHT 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com Regular party animals and intellectuals alike may enjoy Rockin R Trivia.
BLUEGRASS NIGHT 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local Bluegrass music every Wednesday.
TRIVIA NIGHT 8pm • The Molly Brown, 703 W. Babcock, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 552-7362 Gather your friends for a night of trivia fun each Wednesday.
LADIES NIGHT 8pm-2am • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $10 for guys • 21+ The wonderful Ladies of Bozeman can enjoy 2 free drinks, $3 drinks till 10 pm, and that booty shakin’ music provided by DJ Chedda.
COLLECTIVE VIBRATIONS OPEN JAM 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www. themurraybar.com Open Jam
THURSDAY, AUG. 29
BLUE ARTPLAY 10-11am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Birth - 5 • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, dance, and read together and then explore the color blue through art and play.
BABY STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • babies birth-35 months and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your little one, and then stay for community, sensory exploration, and playtime.
RIDGWAY ANNIVERSARY LUNCHEON 11:30am-1pm • Ridgway Plastic Surgery and Medical Spa • $25 • All Ages • 4065862620 • www.eventbrite.com Come celebrate Ridgway Plastic Surgery’s 7th anniversary with a special luncheon filled with good food, great company, and exciting giveaways, surprises and demos!
GYROKINESIS 12:15-1pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org A movement method that addresses the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion and creating functional strength through rhythmic, flowing movement sequences.
LEGO CLUB 3:30-5pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • ages 5-11 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org LEGO building, especially for kids ages 5-11 and their caregivers.
MUSIC IN THE PARK SUMMER SERIES - ENNIS 5-7pm • Peter T’s Park, 213 Main St, Ennis • no charge • all ages Weather permitting music will take place every Thursday ~ June 27 to Sep 26 from 5 - 7:00pm.
SINGO 6-8pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • 21+ Do you like music? Are you a fan of Bingo? Bring a group for Singo and relax for some fun and beer.
BREAKING TRIVIA 6-8pm • The Break Room Beer Bar & Lounge, 1011 W College St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065795590 • thebreakroombzn.com Team trivia night for groups up to 8. Free to play, and you can win prizes and gift cards! Prizes awarded after each half, with a bonus for the overall top team. General knowledge, themed rounds, music and picture rounds!
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FLY-TYING NIGHT 6-9pm • Bozeman Fly Supply, 2621 W College, Bozeman • FREE Bring your vise, tools, materials, and beverages to tie some flies. This is not a class but an invitation for all to get out of the house, get behind the vise, and have fun with fellow tiers.
BUNKHOUSE TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • Bunkhouse Brewery • FREE • All Ages • 406-577-2130 • www.bunkhousebrewery.com Trivia for all--prizes for top three teams, drink specials & more!
MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS: THE LIL SMOKIES 6:30-10pm • Len Hill Park, 33 Lone Peak Dr, Big Sky • FREE • All ages The Arts Council of Big Sky is pleased to announce another incredible summer of Music in the Mountains at Center Stage in Len Hill Park in Big Sky.
VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • La Brasserie, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 • www.labrasseriemt.com Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.
LENA MARIE SCHIFFER 7-9pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • FREE • all ages • (406) 222-3628 • www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Lena recently formed a trio and will be joined by Ani Casabonne of Cactus Cuts on fiddle and Kailey Marie on upright bass.
KGLT DJ NIGHT 7-9pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the vibe that is the Hop Lounge and join the Guest DJ for KGLT Alternative Public Radio DJ Night.
JOHN FLORIDIS 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Missoula-based blues rock artist John Floridis.
BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!
THE GREY DOG BAR KARAOKE 7pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar. com Karaoke at the Grey Dog Bar
LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com The Tune Up is host to live music multiple times per week.
THURSDAY NIGHT OUT! 8-10pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15, $5 for MSU Students • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Improv Thursday Nights are back and it’s the perfect time to check our hilarious improv shows! A showcase of some of our awesome teams paired with our signature shows.
COUNTRY SWING DANCE LESSONS 8-11pm • Ponderosa Social Club • $10/person • All Ages • 4064516317 • www.countryrenegadesmt.com Join the Country Renegades every Thursday for Country Swing dance lessons at Ponderosa Social Club! All experience levels are encouraged to join for lessons at 8pm and social dancing at 9pm. No partner required! See y’all out on the dance floor!
MONTANA DELUXE 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
FRIDAY, AUG. 30
BUMBLEWOOD THICKET: 5TH ANNUAL FAIRY VILLAGE 5am9pm • Glen Lake Rotary Park, Off Manley Rd, Bozeman • FREE, donation suggested • all ages Bumblewood Thicket Fairy Village is self-guided, free and open to all during park hours of 5am to 11pm.
TODDLER & PRESCHOOLER STORYTIME 10:15-11:15am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Sing, rhyme, read, and dance with your kiddo, and then stay for community, hands-on learning, and playtime.
BOZEMAN GOLD CLUB 12:10-1pm • First Security Bank, 208 E. Main St,, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-580-1921 • www. toastmasters.org A friendly group of individuals who meet weekly on Fridays at 12:10 p.m. in the basement of the First Security Bank to improve our communication skills.
SENSATIONAL BABIES 1-2pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission • Ages 0 -18 months • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Read, sing, play, and learn with your baby through sensory awareness activities designed specifically for newborns to age 18 months. Registration is required.
TREBLE MAKERS 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel. com Live music.
DRINK AND DRAW WITH @ARTBYWOLVES 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Celtic music with a family friendly environment.
BAR IX TRIVIA 6-8pm • Bar IX, 311 E Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 551-2185 • www.bar-ix.com Undercover geniuses can try their hand at this spot’s trivia questions.
FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ 6:30-8:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 359-1999 • www. redtractorpizza.com Live local Jazz every Friday while you dine.
CELTIC MUSIC 6:30-8:30pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover Each Friday night Valhalla celebrate Celtic culture with music.
FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH SUSAN RICE 7-8:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 online, $30 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Susan recently appeared on the Youtube channel for Don’t Tell Comedy where her set and clips acquired millions of views. A month later she was asked to audition in front of celebrity judges on NBC’s America’s Got Talent.
DUSK AT DISCO - MUSIC AT DISCOVERY PARK 7-9pm • Discovery Ellingsen Park, Virginia City • FREE Live local music in the park from Little Jane & the Pistol Whips.
THE LIL SMOKIES 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $30 ADV/$45 DOS • (406) 222-3628 • www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com The Lil Smokies blend virtuosic instrumental acrobatics with riveting lyrical craftsmanship, FRANK TURNER & THE SLEEPING SOULS 7-11pm • The ELM • $37.50 - $59.50 (Adv.) $45 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls for a live in concert performance.
CLINT ANDERSON AND THE MONTANA GAZETTE 7:30-10pm • Music Ranch Montana • $12 • All Ages • 406-222-2255 • www. musicranchmontana.net Enjoy live music, dancing, and food in Paradise Valley.
GALLATIN SPEEDWAY RACES 7:35pm • Gallatin Speedway, 2290 Tubb Rd, Belgrade • Adults $15 · Junior (13-17) $13 · Senior (65+) $13 · Kids 12 & under FREE · Pit Pass $30 • (406) 388-9666 • www. gallatinspeedway.com Gallatin Speedway holds races through mid-September. Friday night races start at 7:35 p.m. Just minutes from Bozeman, Montana, off I-90.
PUBLIC SKATE 8-9:30pm • Ice Barn, 901 N Black Ave, Bozeman • $10 entry/$5 skates • www.gallatinicefoundation.org Join us every Friday, this summer, from 8:00 - 9:30pm for Public Skate!
LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Featuring local and touring music acts.
LAZY OWL STRING BAND 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 406-219-0400 • www.thejumpmt. com Lazy Owl String Band is a high energy Americana/ Bluegrass band from our very home in Bozeman, MT. The breakneck pace and rock and roll spirit is one for the records! If you need a little bluegrass in your life, come on down to The Jump and do a jig!
IAN THOMAS AND THE BAND OF DRIFTERS 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com The Band of Drifters plays Modern American Roots Music and they encourage you to dance.
FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH SUSAN RICE 9-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 online, $30 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Susan recently appeared on the Youtube channel for Don’t Tell Comedy where her set and clips acquired millions of views. A month later she was asked to audition in front of celebrity judges on NBC’s America’s Got Talent.
THE DEAD YELLERS
August 30 - Murray Bar, Livingston
BUFFALO BURROW 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
PONDEROSA BAR TRIVIA 9pm • Ponderosa Social Club, 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 577-8650 • ponderosamt. com Bar trivia with a 1st place cash prize and a 2nd place prize of a Ponderosa gift card!
THE BO SHOW 9pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com Live music to dance to.
THE DEAD YELLERS 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar. com Country Rock
LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR OPEN MIC 11pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Join us for the late night version of our Happy Hour Open Mic! With $4 Beer, Wine, Wells and sets, this is the perfect end of the week activity. Stick around for a drink & some laughs. Sign up for 4-5 minute sets at the door!
SATURDAY, AUG. 31
WOMEN’S WILDERNESS WEEKEND Jack Creek Preserve • $200/ person • 18+ • 4066823358 • www.jackcreekpreserve.org Join Us For A Weekend Of Camaraderie And Fun Outdoor Experiences To Help You Gain Confidence In The Outdoors And Be Safe On Your Adventures!
BUMBLEWOOD THICKET: 5TH ANNUAL FAIRY VILLAGE 5am9pm • Glen Lake Rotary Park, Off Manley Rd, Bozeman • FREE, donation suggested • all ages Bumblewood Thicket Fairy Village is self-guided, free and open to all during park hours of 5am to 11pm.
LABOR DAY POKER RIDE & WALK 8am-6pm • Bale Of Hay Saloon, 344 W. Wallace St , Virginia City • 21+ • (406) 843-5700 • www.baleofhaysaloon.com What could be better than a horseback poker ride? Food, Drink & Fun! Live music by Dan Henry.
LABOR DAY HORSEBACK POKER RIDE 8am • Bale Of Hay Saloon, 344 W. Wallace St , Virginia City • (406) 843-5700 • www. baleofhaysaloon.com Call 406.843.5700 for more info!
FAMILY STORYTIME 10:15-11am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • birth-5 and their caregivers • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Singing simple rhymes and songs for babies, moving and grooving for tots, reading a longer book or two for preschoolers – this program has it all!
CREATIVE BRAIN TRUST 10:15am-noon • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org The Creative Brain Trust is a time for creatives of all kinds to come together, share their work, receive feedback, and discuss creative principles.
POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. Prize Pool Guaranteed to be at least $1500. Registration Open at 11:30 - late register by ~1:45. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.
LITTLE BEAR SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM 1-5pm • Little Bear Schoolhouse Museum • FREE, although donations will be gratefully accepted • All Ages • 406.600.0464 Open house and tour of historic one-room schoolhouse in rural Gallatin County, Montana. Information about the contextual history of Gallatin Gateway included in the tour.
TEEN RPG RENDEZVOUS 2-3pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • Teens • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Explore role playing games like Dungeons & Dragons, Monster of the Week, Honey Heist, and more! Join a single two-hour adventure or begin your own campaign.
JOSH MOORE 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel.com Live music.
LIVE MUSIC 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ Live local music each Sunday, check https://valhallabozeman.com/ for details.
RECKLESS KELLY 6:30pm • Cafe 191 • $25 Get down with Reckless Kelly at Cafe 191 in Melville, Montana, with Crazy Mountain Music, get your tickets now!
ESTELLE AND THE NORTH BLACK BAND 6:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 3591999 • www.redtractorpizza.com Live, local music while you dine.
FOOZ FIGHTERS 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $30 ADV/$45 DOS • (406) 222-3628 • www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Winner of Jimmy Fallon’s “Clash Of The Cover Bands” on E! Network.
TEXAS LEGEND CHUCK BRISENO 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 406-219-0400 • www. thejumpmt.com National Touring Country act, Chuck Briseno, is coming through town! This young man is making a splash and leaving a wake in his path as he crushes all your country expectations! Opener Harley Rey is a rebel & renegade and kicks the night off right!
THE KITCHEN DWELLERS 7pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • $46 • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Folk-infused bluegrass spiked with psychedelic vision and rock energy.
NOTORIOUS BOZ 8-9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www. lastbestcomedy.com Notorious BOZ is a long-form improv show that celebrates the city of Bozeman, its history and its incredible citizens.
LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Featuring local and touring music acts.
WESTERN ROOTS COUNTRY DANCING 8pm-12:30am • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • no cover • bourbonmt.com Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing at 8pm then dance and party the night away!
IAN THOMAS AND THE BAND OF DRIFTERS 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com The Band of Drifters plays Modern American Roots Music and they encourage you to dance.
JAZZ CABBAGE 9-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music for your pleasure.
WES URBANIAK 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Mountain Folk
WHIZ BANG! INTOXICATING COMEDY 9:30-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Whiz BANG! is an explosion of intoxicating comedy! Exciting, high-energy, shortform improv that is so funny it’s criminal. An hour long show with lots of audience interaction, it’s the perfect show to bring some pals or a date.
SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER 10pm • Ponderosa Social Club, 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman • $5 • 21+ • (406) 577-8650 • ponderosamt.com Cosmic/disco bowling! Late Night Happy Hour drinks, throwback music videos, disco music!
SUNDAY, SEP. 1
WOMEN’S WILDERNESS WEEKEND Jack Creek Preserve • $200/ person • 18+ • 4066823358 • www.jackcreekpreserve.org Join Us For A Weekend Of Camaraderie And Fun Outdoor Experiences To Help You Gain Confidence In The Outdoors And Be Safe On Your Adventures!
BUMBLEWOOD THICKET: 5TH ANNUAL FAIRY VILLAGE 5am 9pm • Glen Lake Rotary Park, Off Manley Rd, Bozeman • FREE, donation suggested • all ages Bumblewood Thicket Fairy Village is self-guided, free and open to all during park hours of 5am to 11pm.
CARS & COFFEE BELGRADE 8-10am • Duke’s Cafe & Bakery, 220 S. Broadway, Belgrade • FREE • (406) 924-2442 • Dukescafeandbakery.com Early bird Cars and Coffee meet at Dukes Cafe in Belgrade, every Sunday, in any weather, all year long. Anyone is welcome, just bring your passion for Engines.
OPEN MANSION noon-2pm • The Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman • FREE • all ages • 406-582-2910 • www.friendsofthestory.org A Friends of the Story Mansion board member will be on-site and available to answer questions about the mansion and those who lived there; visitors can walk around the renovated space.
POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. Prize Pool Guaranteed to be at least $1500. Registration Open at 11:30 - late register by ~1:45. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.
FROM TENTS TO TOWNS: BOZEMAN’S HISTORIC MAIN STREET WALKING TOUR 1-2:30pm • The Extreme History Project • $20 General Admission, $18 Senior and Students • All Ages • www. eventbrite.com Come on a walk with The Extreme History Project while we explore Bozeman’s historic Main Street.
LITTLE BEAR SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM 1-5pm • Little Bear Schoolhouse Museum • FREE, although donations will be gratefully accepted • All Ages • 406.600.0464 Open house and tour of historic one-room schoolhouse in rural Gallatin County, Montana. Information about the contextual history of Gallatin Gateway included in the tour.
CELTIC MUSIC 3-5pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • no cover • all ages Enjoy Celtic music at the Meadery each Sunday afternoon.
BOARD GAME DAY 3-9pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Bring in a board game and every player gets a free drink!
THE GHOSTS OF BOZEMAN’S PAST: HISTORIC SUNSET HILLS CEMETERY WALKING TOUR 4-5pm • Sunset Hills Cemetery, Bozeman • $20 General Admission, $18 Students, Seniors, Members • All Ages • www.eventbrite.com Join The Extreme History Project for a tour through Bozeman’s historic Sunset Hills Cemetery.
