Bozeman Magazine May 2024

SPIRITS ON THE L & C TRAIL - K WALCHEK

VIGILANTE MUSIC FESTIVAL - B RIPPLE

TERRAPIN FLYER

SUMMER ROADTRIP FROM BOZEMAN - S CAIROLI

BOZEMAN’S SPRING RAPTOR MIGRATION

REMEMBERING SERVICE MEMBERS - K WALCHEK

MSU BUILDING NAMESAKES - R PHILLIPS

TAKE A MT BIKE TRIP - S MCGANN

LETTER TO EDITOR

WHAT’S YOUR BEEF?

TIRED OF RUNNING DOWN RABBIT HOLES WHEN YOU ASK GOOGLE A QUESTION? WANT A SUCCINCT, PERSONALIZED ANSWER TO YOUR SPECIFIC QUESTION? MEET MAXINE, YOUR NEW GO-TO FOR ANSWERS TO THOSE SOMETIMES PUZZLING QUESTIONS. WE THINK YOU’LL FIND HER ADVICE RELEVANT, MAYBE EVEN ENDEARING.

DEAR MAXINE:

My neighbor’s cat keeps invading my yard. In particular, I catch it using my vegetable garden as a bed, scratching post, and litter box. I live in a pretty big neighborhood, and lots of people have pets, but I think this cat belongs to my next-door neighbor. We’ve never really met and I don’t have her contact information. But I’m nearing the end of my rope – it’s gross finding kitty poo when harvesting my vegetables. What’s the best way to handle this seemingly feral feline?

--Carrots over cats

DEAR CARROTS:

Short of fencing your garden, which still might not keep the cat out, here are some choices.

First, it’s always neighborly (and Bozemanly) to try talking to the neighbor. If the cat has a collar, try to get a hold of it and see if there’s a name and number listed. If so, call the person and let them know, politely, that their cat is being… impolite. If this doesn’t work, knock on your neighbor’s door and ask if this is his or her cat. If it is, let them know that this is an issue and give them a chance to make it right. Odds are they’re unaware, and would appreciate the opportunity to remedy the situation.

Second, you could always turn the hose on this cat. That wouldn’t cause it any harm; it would just send it sprinting.

As a last resort, you can call whisker patrol (aka, Animal Control). Pursuant to Bozeman Municipal Ordinance No. 1754 (Code of Ordinances, Chapter 8), “It is unlawful for the owner of any animal to fail to keep such animal under restraint or to permit such animal to run at large upon the streets and public ways of the city.” Furthermore, “‘Animal’ means any live creature, both domestic and wild, except humans… and includes fowl, fish, and reptiles.” In short, that means that within city limits, your cat (or chicken, or lizard, or chinchilla) is supposed to be on a leash if it’s off your property.

Assuming Animal Control traps the cat, getting it back will likely cost the owner of the cat upwards of $200 in fines, between the city, which can cite them for “Cat at Large,” “Nuisance,” and “Unlicensed Animal”( if that happens to be the case), and the animal shelter’s temporary “boarding” facility, where such delinquent animals are dumped off by Animal Control. So think about living next to someone you’ve done that to before calling, unless you really want to stick it to them. Just consider your future karma.

Maxine is a lifelong Montanan with a background in both language and unsolicited advice-giving. She spends her free time doing field research and writing critiques on American culture, ideologies, psychology, and relationships, and is happy to provide solicited advice to our community’s questions. To submit your question to our advice column, put “MAXINE” in the subject line and send your email to info@ bozemanmagazine.com.

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MAY 2024 - VOLUME 17.12

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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.

PHIL KNIGHT - REC & HEALTH

Wilderness explorer, guide, author and shameless agitator.

Lived in Bozeman with his wife since the 80s, traveled to 7 continents, and seen some crazy stuff.

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.

FRANK STEWART

Frank Stewart is a professor of microbiology at Montana State. He is also one of the only marine biologists in Montana. When not teaching, he leads a research team exploring microscopic life in the oceans. His job has taken him from Antarctica to the Aleutian Islands. His team, which includes MSU students, has active projects in French Polynesia, Mexico, and Costa Rica, as well as on Montana rivers.

Frank’s father worked for a mining company in northern Nevada, where Frank was raised. His dad’s job was to find gold and copper deposits, which meant traveling months at a time in the remote West. His dad always carried a camera on his trips. Frank grew up with coffee table books of Ansel Adams and his dad’s slideshows of Prescott, Ely, Anaconda...

Somewhere in his dad’s slide boxes are pictures of a first trip to Montana. It was in the ‘80s, and the family was visiting an uncle in Gardiner. Frank remembers it rained heavily, things got muddy, and he pulled a cutthroat from the Yellowstone.

Many years later, Frank returned to the area with his college sweetheart and a job offer from Montana State. “The job was a no-brainer,” he says. Montana State is world-renowned for aquatic microbiology, due partly to a legacy of studying microbes in Yellowstone hot springs.

The area itself was the bigger draw. Of his home in the farmland west of Bozeman,

Frank says, “On many days, I can turn my head and see winter one way and spring the other. I can usually find a bald eagle in minutes. And in the rural parts, everyone waves when I pass.”

By his own admission, Frank winces when asked something technical about photography. “I really don’t know much about how cameras actually work. I enjoy the challenge of framing a scene, but I’m very much

an amateur. My dad just taught me to always carry my camera. Plus, I’m lucky enough to live where I live.”

Frank and his wife live in Manhattan, Montana with their beloved cat. In the summer months, they’re joined by a band of foster donkeys. He posts pictures daily on Montana-themed Facebook Groups (The 406!) and his public Facebook page (On the Land). F

BOZEMAN CONDO AND TOWNHOUSE SALES MARKET UPDATE

As I write this, the ski resorts are closing for the year, and the grass is just starting to green up. It was a mild winter, especially compared to last year, and now the Gallatin Valley is looking forward to spring and summer. This month, we will look at first quarter sales of condos and townhouses in Bozeman.

Looking back, comparing first quarter sales (January 1st through the end of March) over the past few years, 2021 saw a large increase in pricing from first quarter sales of 2020, when the median sold price rose 18.5% to $400,700. The median sold price for the 105 condo and townhouse sales in 2022 jumped another 38% to $553,000. Last year, pricing was down, with 65 units selling at a median sold price of $489,000. This year, pricing for first quarter condo and townhouse sales is back up, although not as high as 2022, with 79 units selling at a median sold price of $540,000.

One note is that pricing can vary widely in the condo and townhouse world, depending on age and location. Many of the higherpriced, luxury units are located downtown. If we remove that area and compare pricing of just units located outside of downtown Boze-

man, we see that the median sold price went from $370,000 in 2021 to $500,000 in 2022, then back down to $480,000 last year. It also rose this year to $535,000. These numbers again include sales taking place during the first quarter of the respective years.

The amount of inventory in the form of newly listed condos and townhouses was back up this year, after taking a significant decrease last year. The first quarter of 2020 saw the highest number of new listings, at 205. In 2021, new listings decreased to 135. That number then rose in 2022, to 161. Last year, the number of condos and townhomes listed during the first quarter was down considerably, at 91 new listings. This year, inventory is back up, with 154 condos and townhouses listed during the first quarter of 2024.

Last year, along with the decrease in new inventory, there was also a decrease in the number of closed sales, which had remained fairly consistent for the previous three years. In 2020, 107 units sold in the first three months. In 2021 there were 109 closed sales, and 2022 saw 105. Last year, closed sales were down to 65 units. This year, it’s back up slightly, although still below the

2020-2022 range, with 79 closed sales.

Looking at the median days on market, for first quarter condo and townhouse sales in 2019, it was 20 days on market. That number rose significantly in 2020 to 45 days, perhaps as we started to see the effects of the pandemic. For the first quarters of both 2021 and 2022, the median days on market was only three days. Last year, that number was up to 55 days, but this year, it has come back down to 28 days.

As usual, I have included data for the number of single-family homes sold during the first three months of 2024. In addition to the sales reported, as of the date of writing, there are 107 pending sales of single-family homes. 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. M

Tim Ford is a Realtor® with Bozeman Brokers Real Estate in Bozeman Montana. He can be contacted at 406-209-1214.

Tim Ford – Real Estate Broker

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FOOD & DRINKS

After sitting down with Jason and Jen Alexander, the owners of Thai Basil, I had the privilege of learning not only more about Thai cuisine, but also about Jen and Jason’s passion for serving the Bozeman community. This couple’s desire to bring Thai food to Bozeman began with them serving food out of a tent at farmers markets, and has since grown to a full brick-and-mortar storefront on Oak Street. Thai Basil not only has great food, but also quality owners looking to bring their Thai recipes to every home in Bozeman through their new project: creating a website with recipes that are available for everyone to view and make using their new Forking Thai Sauces.

SIERRA HOLMES: How was Thai Basil conceptualized?

JASON ALEXANDER: I used to work overseas a lot, and Jen likes to stay very busy. So we actually started out of a tent, doing farmers’

markets and working at the former Standard in Big Sky. Every time I came back, I just noticed that there was great feedback from the public. Eventually, we bought a food truck, and we parked it out at the Big Sky concerts. And again, we quickly realized that this could be something that we could do as a brickand-mortar. So we had an opportunity to get this current location, and we did it. Since then, we’ve just been rocking and rolling.

SH: And are you guys still at the farmers markets?

JASON ALEXANDER: Not anymore, no.

SH: What would you like people to experience when they walk through your doors?

JEN ALEXANDER: I am always thinking to myself, “What can I do to bring a customer back?” More fare, modern good food. We’re constantly trying to bring something better and better for the customer. Even though

our food cost can be a little high, it’s because we’re using a better product. I used to use cheaper products when we first started in the U.S. to save some money. All these products were made in the U.S. and helped us to save money. But the one thing I want our customers to know is that all the money they spend, we spin out for better and better products. We now have a sauce that is made in Thailand that we are shipping here, along with noodles we also get from Thailand. These noodles are stickier and they cost more, but it’s worth it to give our customers an authentic product.

SH: What menu items do regulars keep coming back for?

JEN ALEXANDER: Pad Thai, the curries, and noodle dishes!

JASON ALEXANDER: We do something a little different than other Thai restaurants. Usually, you won’t find a stir-fried cashew, right?

Sierra Holmes

But we like to offer people whatever they want. We learned that from the food truck, because other companies were killing us with noodles. But here, we will make whatever the customer wants.

JEN ALEXANDER: Usually at a Thai restaurant you can only find Pad Thai noodles, but here we will make them [customers] whatever they want. We can put rice on noodle dishes or noodles on rice dishes… anything people ask for.

SH: How is Thai Basil unique in the Bozeman food scene?

JASON ALEXANDER: I really think just how our food has a really good taste, and how we have really good service here. Our staff is always friendly and welcoming to anyone coming in the doors, which I think sets us apart from other places.

JEN ALEXANDER: Also, our passion for bringing authentic Thai ingredients to Bozeman. While we give the customer what they want in terms of style, we always stay true to our ingredients being authentic.

SH: What do you personally enjoy most about being part of the Bozeman community?

JASON ALEXANDER: The customers, for sure. I’ve been living here my whole life, so seeing the town grow is nice, but I still get to see the same customers all the time. And seeing old friends from high school and getting to visit with them is really nice. But yeah, just getting to talk to the customers and seeing the community grow is my favorite part of this job, for sure.

JEN ALEXANDER: And I personally love everyone’s support and encouragement. It’s awesome. And I really mean that. People in Bozeman are so great and supportive of everyone, which makes for a great community.

SH: Is there anything coming up that readers should know about?

JEN ALEXANDER: We are going to be serving our new Forking Thai Sauce this summer, around June/July. It is artisan-made in Thailand with our Thai Basil recipe. It will be for sale in stores, as well as at grocery stores. Also, we now have a website where you can shop all of our noodles and sauce options. On this website you will be able to find recipes for how to make all of your favorite meals from Thai Basil that use our sauces and noodles. We will also be starting classes this summer; we will teach people how to cook Thai food using our sauces and noodles. These classes will be totally free, and this class will really be for the moms in our community who want to eat nice Thai food with their families but maybe can’t afford to go out to eat all the time. But you do not have to be a mom to learn from the platform. So it’s like a free class, but you pay for the product module. There is also a QR code on every sauce bottle that will bring customers to the website where the recipes for all the sauces are. Our new sauces are going to be pineapple stir fry sauce, pad Thai, sweet and sour, cashew stir fry, and a regular stir fry sauce.

While the Thai Basil business may be relatively new to the Bozeman community, the owners certainly are not. Their hard work through the years is paying off, as their dream to share amazing Thai food with the Bozeman community continues to move forward. Jason and Jen Alexander seem to have plenty of fresh ideas on the horizon for the future of Thai Basil, so keep your eye out for all their new sauces, noodles, and cooking classes that are coming soon. Q

FOOD & DRINKS

The Rooftop Destination Of Your Dreams

Sydney Jones

The month of May is one full of celebration. Whether you’re commemorating mothers, matriculation, or more, it’s a great time of year to raise your glass in honor of you and your loved ones, and the warm weather that awaits. With perfectly dainty glassware made for beers and cheers, the Sky Shed fills both your physical and metaphorical cup, offering a fabulous atmosphere and unbeatable panoramic views. It’s the perfect downtown location to show off all the beauty that Bozeman has in store.

As you step off the elevator and onto the eighth floor of the Kimpton Armory Hotel, you are immediately greeted by the picturesque and iconic round window that overlooks the breathtaking Gallatin Valley. This moment transforms the night, taking guests from just another hotel bar to a rooftop lounge bustling with high energy and a refreshing aura. The modern industrial design and neutral colors are softened throughout the space with plush seating and perfectly placed rugs, allowing the brightly colored cocktails to serve as pops of color throughout the room.

The unpredictable weather of a Montana spring means that each and every visit to the Sky Shed comes with a unique vibe. A sunny, 65-degree afternoon buzzes with warmth and sunshine as patrons open the large glass doors and venture out onto a spacious balcony. Here, the beauty of a rooftop bar comes into play, allowing the sunshine to warm guests after a long, cold winter. Even as the sun begins to set, patrons cling to the fresh air and exciting outdoor vibes by huddling around one of the fire pit seating areas.

When the snow begins to fall, the bar’s interior provides a cozy cabin vibe, with a roaring fireplace and dim lighting that highlights the beauty of a blizzard as it falls fresh from the night sky. The nearly

360-degree windows boast an outdoor art display, ever-changing right before your eyes. Not only do the vibes switch up with the weather, so does the drink menu. With a seasonal cocktail in hand, you always feel immersed in the scenery around you, like a photograph waiting to be captured.

The variety of seating throughout the large, open-concept bar gives way to whatever mood you may be in. If a romantic date night is in store, one of their private, cozy Snow Sheds (the outdoor, completely see-through bubbles) is always a perfect option. Decorated with seasonal touches, these tiny glass rooms include a small heater, but still encourage cuddling up inside. However, if you arrive ready to socialize, the table placements provide endless opportunities for

friends and family to gather around and relax in the comfortable, lounge-style seating. Either way, as the sun sets you’ll find yourself illuminated in the glow of the historic Baxter Hotel sign that sits eyelevel and warms up the night sky.

Although the liquor options may seem overwhelming, you can rest easy knowing the choices in front of you are carefully made — and there is truly a drink option for everyone. The handcrafted cocktails are not only delicious, but gorgeous to look at, and unique to the Sky Shed spirit. For beer drinkers, the six available draft options may not seem like enough, but they somehow offer just the right mix of pours, with most of the choices brewed in state. Same goes with packaged beer; although classics like Stella Artois and Guinness make the menu, a few Montana beers hold a spot on the list, allowing guests the opportunity to stick to what they know, or try something new on their Bozeman adventure. With an expansive selection of wines and whiskeys, all palates find themselves satisfied while sipping a drink of choice.

If you’ve just graduated from Montana State University and find yourself in the mood for a celebratory brunch, this is the perfect spot to show off to your family and friends. You can try out a Montanathemed dish, such as Trout Benedict or bison hash and wash it down with bottomless mimosas or more winter-themed alcoholic options such as the Polar Espresso (a classic espresso martini, with a twist). If it’s just a little too early for boozing, they offer many non-alcoholic options, including mocktails that make you feel like part of the crowd without indulging.

The dinner menu matches the goal of brunch, with shareable plates and fresh farm-to-table ingredients. While the options are Montana-esque, they are still original to the rooftop bar. The meals are scattered with local specialties such as huckleberries, Little Belt

Cattle Co. beef, and salmon or trout options. If the mood is more serious than shareables, they provide a three- or five-course dinner option (reservations required). The menu boasts many items similar to those of other downtown bars, but the Sky Shed has found a way to craft unique but delicious dinners you’d be hard pressed to find anywhere else.

Although the Sky Shed may seem a bit high-end (and high up!) for the typical Montana bar, they pay homage to local patrons on a weekly basis. Last Best Place Wednesdays offer ten percent off your entire bill with a valid Montana ID. So, bring in your mom, (in-state or out-of-state) this Mother’s Day and cover the tab for a great discount, thanking her for putting up with you all these years. Even better, bring her in for a daily happy hour that provides a few specialized items perfect for getting into the nighttime party mood after a relaxing day.

The allure of the Sky Shed is in the bar’s ability to be everchanging. It’s the perfect spot for a nightcap, a day drink, brunch, tapas, or a full dinner. Somehow, it hits the spot no matter the weather, mood, or occasion. It’s a place where people gather to celebrate milestones and mothers, or to find love or forge friendships. For those walking into the Sky Shed with their ideal night in mind, they are sure to leave satisfied. The Sky Shed never disappoints, and is a top recommendation when locals are asked the inevitable question by out-of-towners: Where should we grab a drink tonight? The Sky Shed is a place visitors love and locals never get tired of, with views beyond comparison. J

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.

CERTAIN DEATH AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

Kevin Brustuen

Headlines in the news talk constantly about disasters ready to befall us every day in the form of climate change, economic woes, perilous politics, and a threatened reshaping of world order. The continual flow of negative news about the future is having an unexpected impact: younger adults are hesitating about planning for their futures; some young people considering starting a family are having reservations about bringing a baby into this already crowded and troubled world.

Bozeman resident Kyrie Dawson, along with four of her friends, acted on these spoken and unspoken fears of their generation. They noticed that their frequent discussions about current events always seemed to come back to the same eco-anxieties. Further, they found comfort, solace and release as a result of these conversations. Following their passions and interest in theatre, they turned their discussions in a positive direction and created Certain Death and Other Considerations, a play that gives voice to their fears and concerns. On May 10th and 11th, they are putting on a fully staged production of this play as part of Verge Theater’s ‘New Play Fest’ here in Bozeman.

The New Play Fest is the perfect venue for presenting this play. As the name implies, the festival features new playwrights and their not-yet-published plays, which likely would have little chance of being seen or heard elsewhere. Local playwrights have been invited to audition their works to be part of this festival. Twelve plays and playwrights have been accepted to present their work at the festival as staged readings, which will be open to the public.

Certain Death and Other Consider-

ations is the story of two couples who are making choices about their futures. Making their decisions is clouded, while at the same time clarified by the knowledge that the world will end in 80 years. The process that culminated in this play is instructive and interesting, and was not predictable when these friends first started working on their idea.

Dawson met her friends at Lewis and Clark College in Oregon, where they were working towards a degree in Drama. They created

an informal group called the 920 Collective as a way to begin formally putting their thoughts into a theatrical format. They all liked the idea of framing the play in an 80-year timeframe, so they could play with the idea of showing what an individual’s entire lifetime might be like.

Using the framework of Greek tragedy, the play begins with the audience well-aware of what the final outcome is; in fact, the clock that is center stage for this show displays 80 years, counting down as the play proceeds, letting the audience know how many days, months, years left before the world ends. Further, the play does not follow strict chronological order, but moves back and forth through time.

FAIRY TEA FOR THE ARTS SPARKLES JOY

Bringing the beauty and wonder of art from around the world to Paradise Valley, Yellowstone International Arts Festival presents the Fairy Tea for the Arts, an annual benefit to inspire, educate and sponsor outstanding young artists. The event will be held Sunday, May 19th from 2-4 pm at Sage Lodge in Pray.

Featuring magical fairy-themed tables of the four elements: Fire, Air, Water & Earth, this year’s theme is “A Twinkle of Mirth is needed on Earth,” celebrating the beautiful nature of our Treasure State; in particular, the Trumpeter Swans of Yellowstone.

Guests will enjoy a fabulous afternoon with professional ballerina Rylee Ann Rodgers, whose performance will be followed by a Q&A; harpist Kynnadi Hicks; a presentation on Trumpeter Swans; Native Fancy Dancer Louie Plant, Jr; Jingle Dancer Naomii Plant, and an adorable miniature horse. Tea and treats will be served, and Fairy gifts will be available for purchase. Guests are encouraged to wear their Fairy Finest!

The event is set for May 19, 2-4pm at the beautiful Sage Lodge, which donates their venue to support the incredible work this organization does for the community. Tickets are available online only at www.YellowstoneInternationalArtsFestival.org. Text 406-579-6414 for more information. D

The 920 Collective applied for acceptance into the Edinburg Fringe Festival, and in September and October of 2023, they took Certain Death to Scotland. Over a four-week period, they gave twenty-one performances. The Edinburgh Fringe Festival has a few strict rules about performances, one of which is the time limit: each show has a total of only sixty minutes to do setup, perform their play, strike the set, and vacate the stage. This timetable caused them to focus the show very tightly, stripping out any unnecessary words and movements, paring the show down to the bare essentials needed to tell the story.

The version of Certain Death the 920 Collective will bring to the Verge stage as part of the New Play Fest will be a few minutes longer than the original 60 minutes allotted them at the Fringe Festival, with a bit more focus on enhancing their movements on stage to help tell the story.

The Verge Theater is now in its 30th year of operation, having been founded in 1994 as The Equinox Theatre. In 2011, they changed their name to the Verge Theater, by which they’ve been known ever since. The Verge’s mission is “to create and offer arts education and offbeat, thought-provoking, heart-inspiring theater that is empowering and accessible to all members of our vibrant local community.” New Play Fest organizers felt that Certain Death and Other Considerations would be a great anchor piece, and an encouragement for all the other up-and-coming plays presented at this festival.

For more information about the New Play Fest please see the Verge website at www.vergetheater.com.

For more information about the 920 Collective and the play Certain Death and Other Considerations please visit www.certaindeathplay.com. K

Kevin Brustuen lives in Bozeman and can be contacted at kbrustuen@ hotmail.com. He is an avid theater-goer.

MONTANA MUSIC

FIDDLE R MUSIC AND ARDENT

FIDDLE R MUSIC

“SPIRITS”

AND ARDENT “SPIRITS” ON THE LEWIS AND CLARK TRAIL

ON THE LEWIS AND CLARK TRAIL

Ken Walcheck

In its scope and achievement, the Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1804-1806 stands as a giant among other major expeditions of the North American continent. The expedition carried a destiny as well as the flag of a young and vibrant nation. Travelling westward across hundreds of miles of uncharted wilderness – up the wide Missouri, over the Rocky Mountains and on to the Pacific Ocean. On foot, astride fleet Indian horses, and by canoe, pirogue, and keelboat, they pushed over formidable mountain landscapes, floated surging rivers, portaged over sagebrush plains laced with pads of prickly pear cactus and scorching heat , and endured numerous other hardships including drenching rains, hailstorms, abscesses, dysentery, colds, fevers, toothaches, sore feet, colic, pleurisy, and rheumatism. During the expedition’s numerous encounters with high adventure, suspense drama, disappointment, and fatigue, it was Cuzatte’s lively fiddle music and whiskey rations that served as prime catalysts in lifting one’s spirts during those difficult periods of travel enabling the expedition to proceed onward to the next horizon.

FIDDLER MUSIC AND DANCING ON THE TRAIL

The journals of the Lewis and Clark exp dition site dozens of occasions when the men turned to music and dancing .for recreation and to celebrate holidays. There were also numerous occasions mentioned where the men danced for “diplomatic” reasons to various Indian tribes they visited. The natives were fascinated by this strange behavior of the visitors, and frequently requested, even insisted on, repeat performances. Clark made his servant, York, dance solo on several occasions. The musical entertainment, with dancing, undoubtedly served in helping to secure important information about the trail ahead, and for a peaceful transit through potentially hostile country. Music was provided by Pierre Cruzatte who played the fiddle exceptionally well and played popular dance tunes, most of them of unknown origin, and by ear. The dancers included all members of the expedition, with the exception of Lewis and Clark and Sacajawea. Lewis gave

high marks to Cruzatte for his exceptional skill with the fiddle. On one occasion, he wrote “such as (men) were able to shake a foot amused themselves in dancing on the green to the music of which Cruzatte plays extremely well.”

The last dance with Cruzatte’s fiddle music took place on the banks of the Clearwater River on June 8, 1806, while waiting for the snow to melt from the trail crossing the Bitterroot Mountains. It was here where Lewis wrote in his journal that evening, “we had the violin played and they danced for the amusement of ourselves, and the Indians.”

ARDENT “SPIRITS” ON THE TRAIL

The liquor Ration Act of 1802 authorized by Congress for the military allowed for a one day liquor ration of one gill, a unit of liquid measure equal to one quarter of a pint or four ounces.) This allowed for a soldier’s ration for 32 days at the time of the Lewis and Clark expedition to be one gallon (932 gills to the gallon) of spirits of wine, rum, brandy, or whiskey.)

Spirits purchased by the captains prior to the expedition considered of 30 gallons of brandy, and 90 gallons of whiskey. Knowing that one gallon provides one ration at the legal rate for 32 days, 120 gallons for 37 expedition members, including two captains, on their departure journey to the West would have lasted for 104 days, way short of the Mandan villages. Yet, we know that the spirits, surprisingly, lasted until July 4, 1805.

The temptation to pilfer some whiskey from the whiskey barrel occurred on June 29. 1804 when Private Collins tapped the whiskey barrel while on guard duty and became intoxicated. Furthermore, he allowed Private Hall to join him in sampling the spirits. The discipline for this violation resulted in court martials and decreed 100 whip lashes for Collins and 50 for Hall.

A substantial unknown amount of the original purchase of liquor was contributed during native encounters, ranging from a dram (a unit of liquid measure equal to 1/8 fluid ounces) to four and a half gallons which the latter could have supplied the expedition with an additional four days of spiritous rations. The journals mention nine separate occasions where liquor was contributed as gifts to Indians which drained a substantial amount of the original stock purchased.

Conservative measures for the 1804-1805 winter stay at Fort Mandan were called for due to the depleted supply of liquor. There was no longer a daily issue of the previous daily gill

ration as ordered by the captains, and each person was issued a dram per day, and only on appropriate occasions. Christmas day was an exception including those arduous days of toilsome hardships where each man was given a “gill of spirits.”

On July 4, 1805, a national day of celebration, Corp members at the Great Falls of the Missouri were issued a single dram of whiskey – their last of the ardent spirits for more than a year. Lewis wrote about the status of some of the men that evening, “…appeared a little sensible of its effects. The fiddle was played and they danced very merrily until 9 in the evening …they continued their mirth with songs and festive jokes and were extremely merry late at night.”

The dry spell of spirts for the Corps after the 4th would finally be replenished more than a year later on September 7, 1806, on their return trip when a gallon of whiskey was purchased on the lower Missouri River from boat travelers in the employ of Auguste Chouteau. Clark wrote in hid diary, “gave to each man of the party a dram which is the first spirituous liquor which has been tasted by them since the 4 of July 1805…” W

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.

MONTANA MUSIC

JUNE 8 - VIRGINIA CITY

MONTANA’S MUSIC FEST VIGILANTE

One spring day in 1863, six men looking for their next big gold strike found it in Alder Gulch, William Fairweather, Henry Edgar, Thomas Cover, Barney Hughes, Micheal Sweeney, and Harry Rogers left Bannack, attempting to meet and travel with James Stewart’s Yellowstone Expedition, to find gold and establish town sites along the Yellowstone. The six were two days behind the main party and trying to catch up. An encounter with a Crow tribe that left them considering the best route back to Bannack, led them up into the mountains away from the Madison River. Fairweather and Edgar slipped their gold pans into the cold creek waters beside the spot they picked for that night’s camp. They soon realized they had discovered a rich deposit of placer gold in what Edgar would name Alder Creek. Discovery Park in Virginia City just so happens to lie along Alder Creek.

the Vigilante Music Fest is Rain or Shine! You will find a relaxed family friendly atmosphere, food trucks, and a full bar!

This years festival lineup has featured artists: Tessy Lou & The Shotgun Stars, Montana’s hippie rockers The Fossils, local favorite Marcedes Carroll & Co, The honorable Mike Beck, Big Ol’, Montana Deluxe, The Degroot Family Band, Free Range, Eric Leadbetter, and The Nelson Girls.

Tessy Lou Williams was born to sing. Her parents, Kenny and Claudia Williams started the band Montana Rose and nurtured a love of making and performing music into a family business of sorts for their three children.

June 8, 2024 will be the third year of this incarnation of The Vigilante Music Fest, which returns to Discovery Park for a full day of 100% Montana Music. Bring your blankets and chairs and come enjoy some of Montana’s best bands creekside under the Cottonwoods! As always

Vigilante Music Fest is hosted by The Gravel Bar where you always hope you’re gonna stumble across locals bellied up at the bar, the aroma of burgers wafting through the air, a great local selection of tap beer, funky art on the walls, good tunes, friendly staff, a distinctly non-corporate vibe – you know, the bar of your dreams!

Be sure not to skip this annual event showcasing Montana’s finest. Tickets for the 2024 Vigilante Music Festival are on sale now at: https://events.sellout.io/Vigilante-MusicFestival or by scanning the above QR coder with your phone’s camera. All tickets are $30 and the festival is general admission. No outside alcohol, no weapons, no dogs allowed. V

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Grateful Dead tribute band Terrapin Flyer will return to Montana in Spring 2024, performing at The Wilma in Missoula on Friday, May 17th and The ELM in Bozeman on Saturday, May 18th.

For the past 25 years Terrapin Flyer has been touring with the finest in the Grateful Dead community of musicians and has become a fixture of the national music scene, playing regularly at venues around the country and appearing at music festivals. The band has a dedicated following among fans of the Grateful Dead and other jam bands, and is known for their authentic interpretations of rare and classic Dead songs. Over the years, Terrapin Flyer has toured with many notable musicians, including Melvin Seals from the Jerry Garcia Band, Vince Welnick, Tom Constanten from the Grateful Dead and many other Dead-related musicians. Overall, Terrapin Flyer is a talented

and highly regarded band that has made a significant impact on the national music scene

So what or who is Terrapin Flyer? As you have likely surmised that is not simple to define. What is at the core of fundamentals of the band is the idea that the Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia’s music still has plenty of life in it and that the music being so improvisational in nature can and should go to new places in each performance. No two Terrapin Flyer shows will ever be the same and you never know who might show up to jam at a show, but you can always count on a great time with some of the most recognized artists in the music community. Tickets are on sale now at: www.logjampresents.com or by calling 1 (800) 653-8000 and are $22.00 - $27.00 (subject to fees). The ticket type allows access to all open sections of the venue. All tickets are general admission standing room only. E

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SUMMER ROAD TRIP PLANNING YOUR SUMMER ROAD TRIP FROM BOZEMAN

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Iknow we live in the most beautiful place on Earth but, let’s face it—sometimes you just have to get away. You don’t need a week to escape; there are several fun places to go that are less than a day’s drive from Bozeman, listed here from closest to furthest.

PARADISE VALLEY

DISTANCE FROM BOZEMAN TO PINE CREEK: 35 MILES

If you don’t have time to venture too far, you are just one mountain pass away from Paradise, Valley that is. The Yellowstone River snakes through this picturesque valley full of camping, hiking, and fishing opportunities. Pine Creek Lodge rents cabins and campsites and offers a consistent lineup of live music all summer long. If a tent is too rustic for you, Chico Hot Springs offers a variety of rooms and, of course, access to two hot springs pools. Still too rustic? Check out Chico’s neighbor, Sage Lodge for dining, lodging, and spectacular views, or Yellowstone Hot Springs for another soak.

VIRGINIA CITY & NEVADA CITY

DISTANCE FROM BOZEMAN TO VIRGINIA CITY: 66 MILES

What was the Wild West really like? Look no further than Virginia City and Nevada City, Montana. Learn about the conflicts between the road agents and vigilantes as you step back in time and explore all there is to find along the wooden sidewalks. There are several ways to tour the area, including horse-drawn wagons, a stagecoach, and train. Several old buildings are preserved for

viewing. Ice cream parlors and an old-time candy shoppe are great places to stop for a snack, and the Brewery Follies are not to be missed! Nevada City is just a couple miles from Virginia City, and is a replica of an old mining town. On summer weekends, volunteers reenact life during the gold rush days.

HELENA’S ARCHIE BRAY FOUNDATION

DISTANCE FROM BOZEMAN TO HELENA: 97 MILES

There are several reasons to visit our state’s capital, but the Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts is a must-see. In 1951, Archie Bray created the foundation and

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converted his brickyard into a creative artists’ retreat that is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is still an active community of artists who offer classes and exhibitions all year. All exhibitions are free and open to the public. The ceramic collections are inspiring, and there is always something new on display.

THE MAGIC CITY BILLINGS

DISTANCE FROM BOZEMAN TO BILLINGS: 142 MILES

If you have young kids and are looking for a way to add some excitement to the summer, you should head to Billings. Kick off the day with a stop at Zoo Montana. Then, stop for lunch and some game time at Chuck E. Cheese’s. My kids’ favorite stop is Get Air Billings, a trampoline park that wears them out almost as much as swimming. If they still have any energy after bouncing, take the kids to The Reef Indoor Waterpark at Big Horn Resort. Waterpark admission is discounted if you spend the night at the hotel, and after all that activity, you might need to get some rest before making the drive home. Kidless? Try a round of frisbee golf at a local course, hike Billings’ famous Rims, or visit a local brewery.

THE SIP & DIP  GREAT FALLS

DISTANCE FROM BOZEMAN TO GREAT FALLS: 186 MILES

Great Falls may not be the first place you think of when you get a hankering to visit a tiki bar, but the Sip ‘n Dip Lounge is the closest place to Bozeman that you’ll find that tiki vibe. A glass wall behind the bar gives patrons a direct view into the swimming pool. Every night (and every other Sunday for brunch), mermaids perform in the pool for the entertainment of those in the bar. The Sip ‘n Dip is so unique that GQ Magazine voted it the #1 bar on Earth, so great it is worth flying for. While in Great Falls, visit the waterfalls on the Missouri River and be sure to stop at Taco Treat for the sauce; Great Falls natives can’t seem to get enough of that stuff.

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK & COOKE CITY

DISTANCE FROM BOZEMAN TO COOKE CITY VIA RED LODGE: 210 MILES

You have several options for entering Yellowstone, but I recommend taking advantage of the opportunity to get to Cooke City during the summer months because Gardiner and West Yellowstone are easier to access year-round. From Bozeman, head southeast to Red Lodge, where you can hop on the Beartooth Highway, possibly the most scenic

68 miles you will ever drive. The road will take you to an elevation of almost 11,000 feet before bringing you to Cooke City. In the summer, the town’s population triples (to a whopping 300 residents) so you can truly get away from it all here. This quaint town is full of Wild West charm and a beautiful place to start exploring the park.

GLACIER NATIONAL PARK

DISTANCE FROM BOZEMAN TO GLACIER NATIONAL PARK: 310 MILES

Let’s not forget our state’s other National Park. You could spend the entire summer exploring Glacier country. Every visitor should drive the Going-to-the-Sun road. There are several horseback riding trails in the Many Glacier/Logan Pass area, so contact Swan Mountain Outfitters if you’d like get out of the car and see some backcountry. If you’d prefer to view the park by boat, tours are available on Saint Mary Lake. Independent spirits can also rent boats at several locations throughout the park. Glacier has something for everyone—hikers, bikers, kayakers, scenic cruisers, and explorers. No matter how you get there, I highly recommend a stop at Sunrift Gorge.

FORT PECK RESERVOIR

DISTANCE FROM BOZEMAN TO FORT PECK: 386 MILES

If you are looking to put some distance on those tires and you like to catch fish, go to Fort Peck Reservoir in northeastern Montana. The lake, created by a 3.8-mile long dam on the Missouri River, is home to more than 50 species of fish. The immense size of this lake is difficult to describe, but to provide some perspective, the lake is surrounded by the Charles M. Russell Wildlife Refuge composed of more than one million acres of public land. Fort Peck Marina is the easiest place to access the water, but boat launches are also located at Hell Creek Bay and the south fork of Rock Creek Bay.

CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

That’s right—you can’t go wrong. Montana is a beautiful state. Grab a map, close your eyes, point to a spot, and go there. On your way, you’re sure to find fishing holes, hiking trails, scenic vistas, and small town diners with tasty fare and friendly service. C

Sarah Cairoli is a local writer, tutor, and mother who has been enjoying all Bozeman has to offer for the past decade.

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BOZEMAN’S SPRING RAPTOR MIGRATION BOZEMAN’S SPRING RAPTOR MIGRATION

Spring is in the air, and with it comes the awe-inspiring spectacle of raptor migration across Montana.

Witness the majestic display of power and grace as eagles, hawks, falcons, and osprey take flight. The peak viewing window for spring raptor migration generally falls between late April and early May. Look for clear skies with northerly winds, as these conditions create an optimal lift for the soaring birds. Keep an eye out for species like Rough-legged Hawks, Ferruginous Hawks, Swainson’s Hawks, Osprey, Peregrine Falcons, Golden Eagles, and Bald Eagles. During spring migration, the Rocky Mountain Front from Glacier National Park to Yellowstone becomes a raptor superhighway, with thousands of raptors using the corridor to travel north to their breeding grounds, benefiting from the strong winds and thermals along the way.

SEVERAL LOCATIONS ACROSS MONTANA OFFER PRIME SPOTS FOR RAPTOR WATCHING

Witnessing the spring raptor migration in Montana is an unforgettable experience. So grab your binoculars, head outdoors, and be amazed by these remarkable birds of prey!

• Roger’s Pass: Located near Lincoln, Montana, this area is renowned for its high numbers of migrating golden eagles.

• Bridger Mountains: Keep an eye out for a variety of raptors near Bozeman, Montana.

• Glacier National Park: Look to the skies as raptors navigate the breathtaking scenery of the park.

TIPS FOR RAPTOR WATCHING

• Pack comfortable clothing and footwear: Be prepared for variable weather conditions in Montana’s mountains.

• Bring binoculars and a spotting scope to be able to get a closer look at these amazing birds.

• Download the Merlin bird identification app: this app can help you identify all the birds you might encounter.

• Practice patience and respect wildlife: Raptors are wild animals, so observe them from a distance, and avoid disturbing their natural behavior.

The Montana Raptor Conservation Center has been saving raptors in the Bozeman area since 1988. So far this year, the MRCC has rescued 14 raptors, with transport volunteers clocking over 1300 miles to assist. Comprehensive lead testing was introduced for all rehab raptors, a step up from previous protocols that only included eagles and symptomatic birds of prey. The prior testing structure indicated that 90% of eagle admissions showed elevated lead levels. Our expanded research has discovered lead presence in a Roughlegged Hawk, Cooper’s Hawk, and two Bald Eagles, findings that were unanticipated for the former two species. This broad testing hints at a larger scavenger bird population, and suggests that lead exposure is a more prevalent issue than typically assumed. Overwhelming scientific data has linked lead-based ammunition and tackle to continued lead ingestion in wildlife across the globe.

Of the 14 raptors rescued this year, a Rough-legged hawk and a Red-tailed hawk underwent surgical procedures due to humerus fractures. Thankfully, we were successful in stabilizing their fractures using pins. MRCC is also happy to report that there are currently no confirmed cases of Avian flu among raptors in Gallatin County.

If you find an injured raptor in the Bozeman area, call the Montana Raptor Conservation Center at 406-484-1211. R

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WHAT’S IN A NAME?

EXAMINING MSU BUILDING NAMESAKES

Rachel Phillips, photos courtesy of Gallatin History Museum

When traversing the MSU campus today, one passes by dozens of unique buildings from various eras. The names emblazoned on signs outside of most of these structures honor people who contributed in a variety of ways to the creation or growth of the university. While it is impossible to mention them all, here are a few examples of some of the extraordinary folks memorialized on campus.

Hamilton Hall, designed by local architect Fred Willson and constructed in 1910, was named for Emma Hamilton – College President James Hamilton’s first wife. Emma Shideler was born in 1863 in Indiana. Following their marriage in 1888, Emma and James Hamilton lived in Missoula for about fifteen years, where James pursued a career in education. In 1904, the couple moved to Bozeman upon James’ appointment as President of Montana State College. Though she only lived in Bozeman for five years before her death, Emma endeared herself to locals. According to an August 17, 1909, Republican Courier report of her passing, “Mrs. Hamilton acquired, in this brief time, a large circle of loyal friends, and in spite of ill health she carried well the social duties that fall to the wife

of a college president, and in the college life she was a prominent and favorite figure. Her life was an example of cheerfulness and courage to all who knew her well...” Hamilton Hall was formally dedicated in June 1911.

Other women represented in campus building names include Anna Pearl Sherrick, Gertrude Roskie and Marga Hosaeus. Sherrick Hall, home of the College of Nursing, was completed in 1972. Dr. Anna Pearl Sherrick helped create the collegiate nursing program at Montana State College in 1937 and served as the first director until 1965. Sherrick retired from teaching five years later, but in 1976 she and two co-authors published a book on the history of nursing at MSU – The Montana State University School of Nursing: A Story of Professional Development. Upon Sherrick Hall’s dedication in 1972, the cornerstone was engraved with the words: “Dedicated to a nurse who saw no barriers to progress.”

Gertrude Roskie, namesake of Roskie Hall, began her career at Montana State College in 1944. Roskie grew up in South Dakota and received her education at South Dakota State, Colorado State, and Stanford University. At Montana State College, Roskie taught

home economics and was appointed Dean of the Professional Schools in 1964, a position she held until her unexpected death a year later. In August 1965, Dr. Roskie and her niece were in a car accident north of Dutton, Montana. Roskie was killed in the collision and was buried at Sunset Hills Cemetery in Bozeman.

Born in San Francisco in 1918, Marga Hosaeus spent most of her childhood in Germany. She attended graduate school in Illinois and in the mid-1940s became the head of the Women’s Health and Physical Education Department at Montana State College. After the men’s and women’s physical education departments merged, Hosaeus continued teaching at Montana State as a professor until her retirement in 1979. In 1984, a new physical education building was christened the Marga Hosaeus Health, Physical Education and Recreation Complex. Not surprisingly, several of the buildings on campus were named for college presidents. Since the establishment of Montana College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts in 1893, there have been twelve presidents of the university. The first president of Montana State was Augustus M. Ryon. His initial

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task was building a functioning agricultural experiment station for the land grant school. This involved the construction of what is now known as Taylor Hall, the oldest existing building on campus. As an experienced engineering instructor, Ryon also planted the seeds of the top-notch engineering program that students enjoy today. Ryon Laboratory was constructed in the early 1920s on the southeast side of campus. In 1997, a new structure replaced the old Ryon Lab building. Today this building is called Barnard Hall. Ryon’s small brick Agricultural Experiment Station building, located on what is now South Eleventh Avenue and called Taylor Hall, was built in 1894. According to the book In The People’s Interest: A Centennial History of Montana State University, through the years the brick structure housed the biology department, shops, classrooms, the Cooperative Extension Service, and even living quarters for agricultural experiment station personnel. In 1983, the structure was official-

ly named Taylor Hall in honor of John Charles Taylor. Born in Utica, Montana in 1887, Taylor studied agronomy at Montana State College in the late 1900s and early 1910s. He played on the football team, served as the president of the Associated Students, and was active on the livestock judging team and in multiple honor societies. After graduation, he worked as a county extension agent in Eastern Montana before being appointed director of the extension service at MSC. Taylor served for twenty years before retiring in the late 1940s. Widely respected, Taylor’s 1964 obituary summarizes his admirable career: “Perhaps no one in the state ever helped as many young agricultural graduates get started in their work as county agents and other similar jobs. He was extremely well liked by the various boards of county commissioners with whom he had to deal in getting county agent work started; he was firm in his friendships and always willing to spend his time and effort in helping friends.”

Not every campus building name comes from an instructor or an administrator. The former Gatton Field was named in honor of a student. There were at least two different prior locations of Gatton Field on campus, although the most wellknown was the football field just south of the College Gymnasium (today’s Romney Gym), used from about 1930 until 1972. During his childhood in Bozeman and four years at Gallatin County High School, multi-sport star Cyrus Gatton competed in football, basketball, and track. He played fullback on the Bobcat football team, where he impressed peers and instructors with his athletic talent as well as his positive, sportsman-like attitude. With the outbreak of World War I, Gatton entered pilot training and served overseas. He flew bombing missions over Europe and received awards and commendations for his bravery and air combat skills. Just days before the war ended in November 1918, Gatton’s plane

MARGA HOSAEUS AND GERTRUDE ROSKIE ON SKIS, CIRCA LATE 1940

was shot down over France during a skirmish with a German squadron. Gatton was reported missing in action, but his grave was eventually located in 1919. In a formal ceremony on October 5, 1930, the athletic field at Montana State College was christened Gatton Field in his honor.

The Fieldhouse, completed in 1957 and arguably one of the most unique and impressive buildings on campus, was renamed in 1980 for another standout student athlete-turned-coach. The Brick Breeden Fieldhouse was christened in honor of John “Brick” Breeden. Breeden excelled at football and basketball at Gallatin County High School, and became a star athlete at Montana State College in the late 1920s. The tall, redheaded Breeden likely received his nickname either due to his hair color or his blocking abilities on the basketball court. A member of the famous “Golden Bobcats” basketball team, Breeden’s solid defense helped lead his team to a national championship in 1929. After college, Breeden’s diverse athletic talents transformed him into a versatile and talented coach of multiple sports. Breeden retired in 1971 after serving seventeen years as head coach of Montana State’s basketball team, and two years as athletic director.

Montana State University history is spelled out in the names etched into signs marking its historic architecture. As the school continues to grow and more buildings are added, who will be honored next?

Rachel Phillips is the Research Director at the Gallatin History Museum in Bozeman. Visit the Gallatin History Museum at 317 W Main Street in Bozeman, gallatinhistorymuseum. org, or on Facebook and Instagram.

END ZONE AT GATTON FIELD, MONTANA STATE COLLEGE, 1968. THE VIEW IS FACING NORTHEAST, WITH THE HEATING PLANT ON THE RIGHT AND RYON LABORATORY ON THE LEFT. PHOTO: MAX HUNKE

HAMILTON HALL, MONTANA STATE COLLEGE, CIRCA 1930S. PHOTO: B.H. ALEXANDER

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REMEMBERING BRAVE SERVICE MEMBERS WHO HAVE DIED IN PAST WARS

May is the month when we Americans celebrate Memorial Day, a federal holiday – a day where we honor and celebrate the brave service of those who died in or as a result of any war. Despite what is commonly believed, the United States does not have any ‘national’ holidays. What it does have are eleven federal holidays designated by the United States Congress, which includes Memorial Day and Veterans Day.

Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May. First proclaimed as Decoration Day in 1868 in reference to the practice of decorating soldiers’ graves with flowers, its name was changed to Memorial Day in 1882. It was founded to pay tribute to those who were killed in the American Civil War, but after World War I the focus changed to all soldiers who died in or as a result of any war. For decades, Memorial Day continued to be observed on May 30, the date General John A. Logan had selected for the first Decoration Day. But in 1968, Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, which established Memorial Day as the last Monday in May in order to celebrate a three-day weekend for federal employees. The change went into effect in 1971. The same law declared Memorial Day as a federal holiday. Yet it was only after World War II that Memorial Day began to gain national prominence.

How is Memorial Day celebrated?

For some Americans, Memorial Day is a day for outdoor recreation and barbecues, a day to go to the beach, or take a three-day camping trip. For some folks, it’s the day that unofficially signifies the start of summer. On a more somber note, there are other Americans who attend Memorial Day parades and memorials, and visit cemeteries across the country, honoring U.S. military service members who have died as a result of a war. Flags are typically flown at half-staff to com-

memorate the federal holiday, and on this day a national moment of remembrance takes place across the country at 3:00 P.M. local time.

On this day you may see people wearing a red poppy flower on their outer garment.

The red poppy became a symbol to honor veterans who have died after World War I, when Canada’s Colonel John McCrae wrote a poem about the red poppies that blow onto the graves of dead soldiers.

Red poppies are the official memorial flower for the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), and artificial red poppies are sold around the

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time of Memorial Day to raise money to assist veterans. Memorial Day is commemorated at Arlington National Cemetery each year with a ceremony in which a small American flag is placed on each grave. Traditionally, the President or Vice President lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

As a Korean War veteran, I was always impressed with President James A. Garfield’s message delivered at Arlington National Cemetery on May 30, 1868:

“We do

not know one promise these

men,

our

pledge

they gave,

one word

they spoke, but we

know

they summed up and perfected, by one supreme act, the highest virtues of men and citizens. For love of country they accepted death, and thus resolved all doubts, and made immortal their patriotism and their virtue.”

WELL SAID, MR. PRESIDENT!

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.

MAY 2024 SUN SIGN HOROSCOPE

ARIES: You’ve been doing great at work and now you’ll find out that there is someone watching. From your 11th house being activated on the 2nd by Pluto’s beginning it’s first retrograde of the year, to the Full Moon on the 23rd, you will feel the energy!

TAURUS: You may not be able to take that short vacation because of work constraints; but an evening out with friends at that trendy new restaurant helps ease the wanderlust some. Work is busy but in the best of ways. Don’t forget Mom on Mother’s Day.

GEMINI: This month’s highpoint is Jupiter moving into Gemini on the 25th. This indicates an abundance for the rest of the year. Otherwise the month features both work and family. Pluto’s retrograde begins the 2nd, look closely at documents or contracts.

CANCER: With the Moon in Cancer, Mother’s Day is sure to be a happy and enjoyable day for all things Mom. On the 8th a friend will ask for help on a project, as it’s right up your alley go ahead and say yes. It will end up being worth your while.

LEO: The best times for some special time with your sweetie are going to be the 3rd and the 28th. Don’t forget Mom on Mother’s Day. The New Moon is in Taurus and that will light up your 10th house of career on the 7th, initiating a busy month professionally.

VIRGO: Your emotional connections are heightened when you and your sweetie make the best of a lull in the busyness for some time away together. Just don’t forget about Mom! The first 10 days of the month could garner a financial windfall or a raise.

LIBRA: Your 5th House ruling love and romance is going to be activated early in the month meaning you’ll need to be careful and keep things in balance. Beware the green eyed monster of jealousy which could bubble to the surface when Pluto goes retrograde.

SCORPIO: You will feel the stars the most when the transiting Taurus Sun is in opposition to you and creating ripples and releasing yourself into serious life changes. Make sure to include your partner in deeper decisions. Say yes to a family get together

SAGITTARIUS: Don’t forget about Mom Mother’s Day! The New Moon on the 7th in Taurus and indicates a time of increased camaraderie in the workplace. You have a better understanding of how best to move forward with a work project by the 21st.

CAPRICORN: Going a little extra to honor Mom on her day is going to be easy for you to do with the Moon in Cancer giving some really amazing energy and positivity to your vibe. New ideas should be reviewed with an eye toward acceptance and implemented.

AQUARIUS: You could make the month all about love and you would have an upbeat month. Whether it is love with your romantic partner – which may heat up on the 7th; to planning for the Memorial weekend holidays, you are ready! Remember Mom on the 12th.

PISCES: Those desiring a chance to get away for a brain break should do so on the 8th or 9th if at all possible. Don’t forget Mom on her day (the 12th); coordinate with siblings before the 9th for planning. A new job offer may come after the 15th.

The Bike The Bike A Most Elegant Piece Of Engineering

It’s difficult to imagine a device that serves utilitarian and recreational purposes as well as the bicycle. While some people really “love” their cars and find joy in driving them down the road, I can’t remember many driving experiences that elicit the giggle factor of a swooping mountain bike descent. I also know many people who find glee in skiing perfect fresh powder, but I don’t know anyone who regularly uses skis to fetch groceries or commute to work.

The bicycle is the most elegant piece of engineering ever invented, but it doesn’t stop at fun and function.

If you have a competitive itch, cycling is a wonderful way to scratch it. It offers the exhilaration of speed and turns, in addition to a combination of skill and fitness. Be it road, gravel, BMX, cross-country, downhill, cyclocross, trials, or alley-cat races, there’s a competitive cycling discipline to satisfy every style and personality. Bozeman and the surrounding area provide a plethora of opportunities to measure your skills against the best riders in the state and beyond. Local bike racing options include the Gallatin Gravel Series, The Gallatin Valley Trail Series, the Big Sky Biggie, and the Gallatin Valley Bike Club (GVBC) training series, among many others.

Cycling also shares a unique and wonderful peculiarity with running. While none of us will ever get to play tennis with Raphael Nadal, any of us can line up for a cycling or running race with the best to find out exactly how we (don’t) stack up.

A lifelong pursuit, bikes are accessible for ages three to 83 (if you’re lucky, maybe more). Compare that to the lifespan of an American football career. Many of us first learn to balance on two wheels around five years old, give or take, and experience that feeling of freedom and independence as we instantaneously expand our exploration radius from a few blocks to a few miles. Getting a driver’s license can cause some poor souls to temporarily forget how amazing that feeling was, but you know what they say about riding a bike: you don’t forget, and it’s never too late to get back on.

Some rediscover their bikes when their knees can no longer handle the impact and abuse that other sports inflict upon them. Cycling is low-impact, and can be enjoyed well into later years, so we can continue feeling young for decades. Equally important, riding with friends provides much-needed social interactions, contributing to mental health in addition to the physical health benefits of rid-

ing. Look for group rides by various groups and bike shops on the GVBC Rides page. If you work in the trades, a bike may not cut it as a work vehicle (although I know at least one electrician who makes it work). But for anyone who works in an office, the bicycle is an unbeatable commuting vehicle. It offers the independence and flexibility that public transit cannot. It delivers you to work feeling fresh and invigorated. It saves you money on gas and incorporates the physical and mental health benefits of riding into your daily routine. Winter commuting can require a bit of an investment. Fenders and studded tires greatly improve comfort and safety. But, once riding becomes part of your routine, the idea of brushing snow off the car, scraping an icy windshield, shoveling the driveway, and shivering in the cold while sitting “inside” a car starts to feel like a horrible alternative to stepping out the door and jumping on your bike. By the time all the scrapping and shoveling is done, you could already be at the office, alert and happy. If you’re looking for resources, motivation, or to connect with like-minded bike commuters, look up Go Gallatin, Bozeman Bike Week,

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and its culmination, the Festival of Bikes, which takes place June 28th.

For short trips, walking is fantastic. Cycling, however, can get you to your destination about four times as fast with half the effort. I’m calling that eight times more efficient. You might have a different algorithm but, in my mind, bikes strike the perfect balance between speed and the ability to contemplate the natural world around you. You miss a few things that you would have caught on foot, but you can cover some real ground without the mindnumbing blur of a car ride. Airplanes? They are time-traveling teleportation contraptions that deliver you to your destination jet-lagged and disoriented. Humans were not meant for that kind of wizardry. Traveling by bike is one of the richest and most satisfying travel experiences, one that lets you peacefully embrace the changing landscape, elevation, and climate while allowing you to connect with people and their culture.

Last but certainly not least, let’s address the environmental benefits of cycling. Using bikes instead of motor vehicles for one activity or another is a great way to reduce your environmental impact and alleviate congestion for the benefit of all road users. Manufacturing a car generates about 5.5 tons of CO2. An SUV can generate up to 13 tons of CO2 during manufacturing. Compare that to 0.1 ton of CO2 to manufacture a bicycle. And manufacturing is only the first part of the environmental impact. A motor vehicle’s reliance on fossil fuels while driving makes its impact obvious and undeniable. To be fair, pushing bike pedals requires shoving a few extra calories down the cake hole but it’s peanuts (potentially, literally peanuts) compared to the consumption and emissions related to driving. One good way to look at the impact of your vehicle of choice is the average emissions cost. Cars come in at around 220 g of CO2 per kilometer traveled over their 180,000 lifetime kilometers, compared to the bicycle’s 25 g of CO2 per kilometer traveled over their estimated 20,000 lifetime kilometers. Simply put, bikes do better than cars by a factor of ten. If you have technical inclinations and aspirations, you can dive as deep as you want into the mechanical, hydraulic, and even electronic components of bikes, satisfying the most die-hard gearheads’ itch for tinkering with technology. For the traditionalists and not-so-mechanically inclined, there’s nothing wrong with a simple, allmechanical bicycle that can be understood and fixed by just about anyone. If your mechanical inclination can be described as zilch, there are a dozen quality bike shops in Bozeman to keep your ride running smoothly.

The cost of ownership is highly variable. Depending on your passion for bikes and the depth of your pockets, you can

drop anywhere between $50 and $12K on your ride. The right price is whatever feels right to you. Certainly, we can agree that the price of entry for a dependable and happiness-inducing bicycle can be low. To that end, the annual Bike Swap is a great way to get your hands on a nice ride at a reasonable price. For those who need the latest and greatest, selling a bike at the Bike Swap is a great way to make room in the garage and finance the next splurge. This year’s swap is May 4th. Finally, the Bozeman Bike Kitchen is a fantastic place for Bozemanites to find or build a dependable ride for very little money.

The Gallatin Valley Bicycle Club was founded in 1978 as a competitive cycling team. It has since evolved to meet the needs of the community and now embraces all facets of cycling. The club is dedicated to promoting cycling in all its forms (recreational, competitive, and utilitarian). GVBC is led by volunteer board members and directors who run the club’s activities, such as the annual GVBC Bike Swap. The swap serves as a service to the community, and to generate funds the club uses to support other cyclingoriented activities and initiatives. More information can be found at www.gallatinvalleybicycleclub.org. A

Alexandre Lussier is the current GVBC president. He has been riding bikes for fun and function his entire life.

TAKE A MONTANA BIKE TRIP THIS YEAR

Steven McGann

Anumber of years ago I rode my bicycle across Montana. During the trip, I kept notes, and on my return I composed a journal. I can’t find it. That is okay, because the experience was one I remember in great detail. The one thing I am not sure of is what inspired me to do it. Before retiring, I planned and fantasized about many things that would take longer than the amount of time I had to spend while working. Long backpacking trips, long road trips and, evidently, at least one long bicycle trip.

The Adventure Cycling Association is located in Missoula. Reading their magazine about bike touring all over the world made me want to try. My wife and I went to Missoula and rode bike trails there a couple of times in the spring, when the Gallatin Valley was still slumbering under snow.

I obtained maps at their headquarters. I asked my accomplished bike touring daughter-in-law Heather for advice. She said; “Keep Pedaling.” A few years ago in early June, we made another trip west; my wife Ruth dropped me off at the top of Lolo Pass on the Montana/ Idaho border.

After a time spent loading and checking my bike, Ruth drove away and I dithered a bit, then set off. Within five minutes I was careening down the highway switchbacks from the pass faster than I had ever ridden a bicycle. I was terrified. There was not much room, but the traffic did not need to pass me since I was moving as fast as the cars. Finally, the slope leveled out, the road widened, and I coasted comfortably along. My bike had pedals, of course, but for the first ten miles I did not need to use them. Soon, I reached Travelers Rest near the town of Lolo. I had ridden over twenty miles in an hour and a few minutes. There was nothing to this bike touring; I would probably be back in Bozeman in a couple days.

After a quick coffee stop, I set off on a trail to Hamilton. This time, within five minutes I was ready to quit the whole ride, phone

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Ruth and go home. A rain squall had begun. The wind and water blew straight at me. I could barely make enough headway to keep upright. My entire ride across Montana of 800 miles in two separate trips was an endless combination of those two extremes. Wild, exhilarating runs downhill and slow, grinding slogs uphill into weather.

The farthest I had ever ridden in a day was 30 miles, so I had no idea of what distance I could cover. That first day I made it to Hamilton by late afternoon, about 80 miles. That was gratifying but I soon found out a peculiarity of bike touring. When people are asked for directions, they respond as if a person were driving. When I asked how far the KOA campground was, I was told ‘three or four miles.’ I asked whether it was actually three or four, and got a funny look. A mile makes a difference to a rider.

By the second day, which was going to be a tough push up to Lost Trail Pass, I had already established a schedule. I did not need to start riding super early, but wanted to make 30 miles every day before noon. Since it was June, I had plenty of light to ride on into early evening. Another aspect that quickly became established were the three things that bike tourers think about constantly: how wide is the shoulder, is the wind blowing, and how wide is the shoulder?

Seriously, the space available on the roads is essential, and the Adventure Cycling maps greatly helped with that consideration.

On that first segment, five days from Idaho to Bozeman, it rained every day or night, but that does not stand out in my memory. It was simply another part of the ride to deal with. On the long pedal up Lost Trail I ran out of energy and stopped for a snack. I sat under a tree but the rain was dripping off my nose and soaking my sandwich. I began to giggle, then laugh out loud. I was having a hell of a good time.

The riding was solitary but each day’s destination was a town; Hamilton, Wisdom, Dillon, and Cardwell. I stayed at commercial campgrounds and ate in restaurants. I ate a lot and often. Later, I said it was like backpacking with pizza. If I was not fixated on the width of the road, I was thinking of food. In the diners and camps, I chatted and

visited with many people, being a bit lonesome from the road. They were all interested in my journey and offered help and encouragement. Not once did I feel really alone or uncomfortable.

After five days, I rolled into my own driveway in Bozeman. That day, I made the worst route mistake of the entire trip. The map wanted me to head south at Manhattan to Amsterdam, then on to Four Corners before turning east to Bozeman. In the homestretch, I could not make the detour. I rode on to Belgrade and had no issues. But it was early June and there were school buses everywhere on the frontage road, and heavy traffic all the way to town. I was both in danger and a danger to the drivers. It was a hectic hour.

I intended to rest a few days and resume the ride to the North Dakota border. Life happened, and my break lasted eleven months. Still, I did mount up and finish, leaving in early May rather than in June, reasoning that I would not be in the mountains and thus would not have weather worries. Well, it did not rain—but wind is also weather.

There were no mountain ranges or passes to cross, but eastern Montana is not flat. The miles came fairly easy, and on my third day out from Bozeman, on an afternoon ride after lunch. I realized that making Miles City would give me a Century, the biker’s dream 100mile day. It was 98 miles to the campground, and I actually meandered around town to reach 100. Slept really well and rose to two flat tires. There is a species of grassy weed in the plains referred to as goathead. The seeds look like little land mines—and they destroy bike tires. I was out of tubes and pushed to a bike shop downtown. There, I encountered Miles from Miles City, a retired rancher who fixed bikes. He dropped everything to get me back on the road. Even so, his stories kept me there until near noon. I left with his phone number in case I had any trouble. I had no doubt that he would have rescued me anywhere. A few hours later, I felt like calling him.

That spring saw huge wildfires in Canada. One burned an entire town. The wind brought smoke hundreds of miles into Montana. The wind came, too. That day on I-94, I was heading directly into the north-

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east wind. At times it completely stopped me. I yelled at it. I yelled at the mile markers that seemed never to increase. I found out later that it was a steady 40 MPH, with gusts even higher. I rode 45 miles and was more tired than my 100 miles on the previous day. I spent the night in a little campground in Terry. I was not sure if I wanted to continue. The next day, there was no wind.

In the eastern part of the state there is not always a frontage road along the interstate. It is legal to ride on the highway. The traffic sped by at 80 MPH, but the shoulder was twelve feet wide. I got used to it. For days, every trucker who passed moved to the left lane. I was not sure if they were courteous, or worried about the paperwork [they’d have] if they blew me into the ditch. I decided they were concerned for me. Motorhomes were another matter. Almost none moved over, and some rode the line near me. But there was plenty of room for all of us.

I reached Glendive and was enjoying a tub of fruit, one of veggies, and a bag of chips when my phone rang. It was Ruth, on her way to pick me up. I took off immediately. I was afraid that if she caught me too soon, I would not want to do the last miles. She pulled over in front of me when we were two miles from North Dakota. It was on a hill. We hugged; I threw my saddlebags into the car, and she drove off. With my load lightened, I rode to the state line. She was waiting for me at the ‘Welcome to North Dakota’ border sign. I was alarmed at the speed of the car when we turned around. I had been moving at 12 MPH for a long time.

Eight hundred miles across Montana, 11 days during two different years. It felt good then, and it still does. Maybe it is time to head out again. I’m sure I will locate that old journal. Writing this and rereading that should provide enough inspiration to get back out on the road and keep pedaling. G

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.

Top10 Hikes Around Bozeman

Steve McGann

Someone once said; “You had better keep moving, something might be gaining on you.” They did not elaborate, but this is true. The something is The Mummy. This is a character from a series of movies, the first filmed in 1932 and the most recent in 2019. I watched the original on the Saturday Night Creature Feature when I was a kid. This caused some sleepless nights, but later some rational thought gave me peace of mind.

The Mummy, who has one arm bound to his chest and moves with one leg dragging, is after us, all of us. But to catch us, he has to first go everywhere we have gone and, while we may drive in a car or fly in a plane, The Mummy must walk. And he is slow. Yet he never stops or rests or sleeps. He is always moving—while we may be sleeping, watching TV, or are simply stationary. And since The Mummy is rarely seen, we do not know how far back he may be. So it is always good to keep moving. Running, walking, dancing, riding. Hiking is an especially great way to get moving in our area. There are a lot of great trails around Bozeman. Here are ten.

M Trail

This is Bozeman’s premier trail, and for good reasons. It is close to town, has varied terrain and, at the top, provides an amazing view of the city and the Gallatin Valley rolling away to the west. The only drawback is the size of the parking lot, but the Drinking Horse lot just across the road is much larger, and there is a convenient tunnel for walking under the highway. There are three trails to the M, all beginning in the same place. Generally, they are referred to as the steep way, the regular way, and the long way. The M is usually crowded, but well worth it. The angle of the mountain facing southwest means that snow melts there first. In the fall and spring it can provide a dry place to hike and train when most other trails in the area are still deep in snow or ice-covered. To avoid lots of other hikers, continue to the Ridge above the M or, on the long trail, keep going north on the National Scenic Foothills trail.

Drinking Horse

Right across the highway from the M is Drinking Horse Trail, a perfect alternative and complement to the former. Compared to other trails listed here, Drinking Horse is new, but it actually opened in 2008. It is a bit shorter than the M, with a little less elevation, but provides a beautiful and varied 2.5 mile loop. Another busy one, but the parking lot is spacious and the views from the summit are of the Hyalites, the entrance to Bridger Canyon, and the Ridge above the M. The top is spacious, but feels like a genuine summit. Look for raptors above once you have reached it.

Sourdough

Bozeman Creek has cut a narrow canyon down from the mountain south of town, and there is a road along the creek. The good news for hikers, bikers, skiers, dog walkers, and stroller pushers, is that the road is closed to motorized vehicles and open to everyone else. The road makes for a wide trail, needed since this is another busy route. The first five miles follow the creek and gently gain elevation. After the bridge, there are options. One is another five miles to Mystic Lake, another is to drop over into Hyalite via Moser Creek Road.

New World Gulch

Another trail that ultimately leads to Mystic Lake south of town is New World Gulch, accessed from Bear Canyon. This trail is just as close to town, though used much less. It is over five miles to the lake, but it is possible to cut up the slopes in a big meadow about two miles in and bushwhack to the summit of Mt. Ellis. The whole trail alternates between these spacious meadows and a tall fir forest.

Chestnut Mountain

Farther east, just off the Interstate 90 exit for Trail Creek is a parking area for Chestnut Mountain. This trail is known for mountain biking but provides a great hike, along with access to the Frog Mountain rock climbing area. The first section gains most of the elevation but once a hiker tops the ridge, the views east to the Absarokas are amazing. Try this hike in early to midsummer, when the wildflowers are in bloom. The summit is an easy knob a few miles along the mostly level ridgeline.

Palisade Falls

This list would not be complete without a couple of hikes in Hyalite Canyon, and Palisade Falls is a classic. Once you’ve reached the reservoir, take the road across the dam and drive past the campground to the fork. Take the east fork road to the Palisade Falls lot. The hike is fairly short, with a wide, paved path, but it is steep. The payoff is a delightful waterfall coming down through vertical volcanic dikes.

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Grotto Falls

The approach road to Grotto Falls begins at the same fork as the one for Palisade Falls, but this time, take a right turn toward the Hyalite Lake trailhead. The trail extends to Hyalite Lake after 5.5 miles, and the top of Hyalite Peak after 7.5 miles. These are ambitious hikes but the trail to Grotto Falls is just one mile, and is handicap accessible. It is possible to push strollers or wheelchairs up to the falls viewpoint. The falls are beautiful anytime but are especially impressive in early summer. The pool at the base has a tiny beach, and dipping a hatful of frigid water to soak your hot head is bracing.

Middle Cottonwood

One of my gripes is that all too common names are used all too often. There are two Cottonwood hikes on this list. Both have cottonwood trees along creeks! This first is in the Bridgers. The turnoff is a few miles north of town, on Springhill Road. From the trailhead, the route parallels the creek for a mile or so in a narrow canyon. Just past where the Bridger Foothills trail intersects from the south, this trail leads to a broad bench with a dramatic view of the ridge. From there, it winds up through grassy meadows to a tiny saddle high on Saddle Peak. Summer flowers abound, then golden fall grasses take over.

South Cottonwood

The other trail of the same name is south of town. So, South Cottonwood. Access is south and then west on 19th Ave to Cottonwood and on to Cottonwood Canyon road. The hike heads off generally southeast through a wider, though more forested canyon. The trail crosses the creek several times on bridges and at shallow fords. Eventually, it hooks up with the History Rock trail and the Mt. Blackmore trail in Hyalite.

Kirk Hills

This is a little gem of a trail located at the bend of 19th Street south of town, as it heads west. The parking lot is just on the bend to the south of the road. This trail runs through fairly dense forest and at times is rather steep. It crests a large hill, which provides views back toward town and off into other adjacent canyons. There are a couple of loops to give variety, and like a lot of these south of Bozeman trails, there are link paths that lead on to Hyalite, or even Sourdough drainage.

If you are new to hiking, remember that it is not walking. Hiking does not have the uninterrupted flow of walking. It is intermittent and requires more concentration. Some people do not care to gaze at their feet, but it is necessary, especially at first. For a view, stop. This article provides general locations and descriptions; mileage and elevation are readily available online with AllTrails and other apps. Pay attention to the elevation numbers. Kirk Hills and Drinking Horse are relatively short hikes, but steep. And going up, though strenuous, is easier than coming down. The Cottonwood trails, Grotto Falls, and Sourdough are much more gradual. Work your way up to the steeps.

These hikes are in the top ten for a reason—they are close to or in town, and are very popular. They can be crowded. If the joys of solitude and contemplation are important to you, there are other locations, other trails to explore. That said, even these ten can be hiked alone or with a companion or two by being creative with weather, time of day, and distance.

Just kidding about the Mummy, mentioned for motivational purposes only. Still... you never know. Our time is finite, and we are mobile beings. And our time spent in motion will make our rest feel earned and, well, restful. M

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.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY. 1

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.

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.

JOB FAIR JAMBOREE! 11am-6pm • Best Western Grantree Inn, 1325 N 7th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • 406-582-9234 • www.facebook. com Job Seekers! Don’t miss the chance to find your next job and next employer! Come mix and mingle with a wide variety of local employers.

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.

ILLUMINATING THE SHADOWED WORLD OF BOZEMAN’S REDLIGHT DISTRICT 1-2pm • The Extreme History Project • $ 8-10 • www.eventbrite.com We are unveiling our new exhibit which examines the hidden layers of the city’s “restricted district” that thrived from 1870s until 1918.

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.

LAST BEST PLACE WEDNESDAYS 5-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Enjoy 10% off total bill with a valid Montana ID.

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.

WATERSHED WISE LANDSCAPING WEBINAR 6-7pm • ONLINE WEBINAR • FREE • All Ages • 406-582-2266 • www.greengardensgroup.com Ask specific questions about your own yard and garden, get inspired, and learn to transform your yard into a water smart landscape.

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.

ART SHINDIG 6pm • 1889 Barn, 12670 Portnell Road, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 406 579-4865 • www.1889barn.com First Wednesday of the month Art Shindig features a different local artist.

ELECTRONICS DISSECTION CLUB 6:30-7:30pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman Bring your own dead electronic devices and dissect them with us!

INTRO TO 3D PRINTING 6:30-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Learn what 3D printing is and how you can do it at BPL.

BOZEMAN HIGH SCHOOL HAWKERS MAKE HISTORY NIGHT 6:30-9pm • The Elm • $40 • All Ages • (406) 579-1695 • logjampresents.com Bozeman High School Speech & Debate Fundraiser - entertainment, guest speaker, live music, dessert bar, wine and beer cash bar, Big Ticket Raffle! Tickets available online or at boxoffice via The Elm.

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.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7-8pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $5 per person • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Teams from 1-6 people. Current Events, Potpourri, Name That Tune, handouts and more.

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.

BOZEMAN FILM SOCIETY SCREENING: PROBLEMISTA 7-9pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $9.75-$11.75 (plus fees) • Rated R • 4065855885 • www.bozemanfilmsociety.org

Emmy nominee Julio Torres (SNL) is Alejandro, an aspiring toy designer from El Salvador, struggling to bring his unusual ideas to life in New York City. Stars Tilda Swinton. Rated R.

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.

FAST & LOOSE WEDNSEDAYS: CATCH & RELEASE STAND-UP

SHOWCASE 8-9:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www. lastbestcomedy.com The Catch & Release Comedy Showcase is a monthly curated stand-up comedy show that brings together some of the best and funniest comedians in the region! It is a rare opportunity to catch a bunch of rising comics all on one show together!!

JAZZ NIGHT W/EDDIE T 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music every Wednesday.

JEFF CROSBY 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $50 advance • livefromthedivide.com Born and raised in Idaho, Jeff Crosby has been sharing his unique perspective of Americana throughout the US and Europe over the past decade.

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.

THURSDAY, MAY. 2

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.

FILE DESIGN FOR 3D PRINTING 10:15-11:45am • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org In this class we will be learning how to make STL files using the free online program Tinkercad.

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 3:30-4:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 5-12 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Take inspiration from the weekly challenge or free build, work solo or collaborate – it’s in your hands, LEGO Architect!

BOZEMAN PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S BUSINESS EXPO 2024 5-8pm • Gallatin Valley Fairgrounds - Building #2 • $20 • All Ages • 406-223-0809 • www.bozemanbpw.org Join us for an evening to learn about Bozeman Professional Women and Bozeman’s leading women in business. Hard cider and nonalcoholic beverages with light appetizers are included with your ticket.

WELCOME THE NEW LEADER OF JAKE JABS COLLEGE 5:307:30pm • Apres Brewing • $10, RSVP • 21+ • drinkapresbeer.com Join us at Bozeman’s newest brewery to meet and welcome Dr. Brian Gillespie, the fresh face leading the Jake Jabs College of Business & Entrepreneurship.

MOR’S PRESENTING PREHISTORY: DIGITAL DINOSAURS WITH MICHAEL SERIO 5:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Join MSU alumnus Michael Serio to learn about his cutting-edge work digitizing and 3D printing the museum’s paleontology collections, revealing how these technologies propel dinosaur research forward.

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.

DRINK AND DRAW WITH @ARTBYWOLVES 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Come create art! Free form workspace: supplies provided!

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.

10TH ANNUAL GIVE BIG GALLATIN VALLEY 6pm • Gallatin County MT • FREE • All Ages • 4065876262 • givebiggv.org One Valley Community Foundation’s Give Big Gallatin Valley is a 24hour celebration of giving that supports over 250 local nonprofits. Join the celebration by visiting GiveBigGV.org and donating to a cause you care about. Together we Give Big!

VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • Blend, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.

BOZEMAN DOC SERIES FILM: MAYA & THE WAVE 7-8:30pm • The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman • $12 General Admission / $10 Students • All Ages • 5039281500 • www.bozemandocseries.org The Bozeman Doc Series wraps up its ninth season with the Montana premiere of the award-winning new documentary, Maya and the Wave.

THREE FORKS MUSIC NIGHT WITH WALCRICK 7-9pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • FREE • 406200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Enjoy music with Walcrick.

THURSDAY NIGHT OUT! 7-9pm • 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. One Woman Show, Spanking Molly & Now with Annie & Levin.

AARON BANFIELD 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 Aaron Banfield.

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!

BOZAMBIQUE WITH TRYGH 8-11pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $10 in advance, $15 at the door • 21+ • 4065795412 • fillertickets.com Blaise Arsenault, Ben Klein, Doug Wales and Loren Block bring Afro-pop, Cuban and Latin tunes to life with Loren Block and Jelani Mahiri’s duo, Trygh, getting the show started!

FRIDAY, MAY. 3

10TH ANNUAL GIVE BIG GALLATIN VALLEY midnight-6pm • Gallatin County MT • FREE • All Ages • 4065876262 • givebiggv. org One Valley Community Foundation’s Give Big Gallatin Valley is a 24-hour celebration of giving that supports over 250 local nonprofits. Join the celebration by visiting GiveBigGV.org and donating to a cause you care about. Together we Give Big!

VIRTUAL FOSSIL FRIDAYS 9-9:30am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Join Outreach Program Manager Ashley Hall to discover the fascinating history of one of the museum’s fossil specimens.

NEW TO YOU ART SALE 10am-4pm • The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman • 4065879797 • www.theEmerson.org Come to the Emerson on Friday, May 3 for a unique opportunity! We will have all kinds of “New to You” original art works out and available for purchase throughout the day! Swing by and support the Emerson!

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.

HAPPY HOUR OPEN MIC 5-6:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Join us for Happy Hour Open Mic with host Jon Jacobs! With $4 Beer, Wine, Wells and sets, this is the perfect end of the week activity. Grab your office mates and come try your hand at some comedy. Sign-ups start at 5.

BOZEMAN SPRING MADE FAIR 5-8pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $10 Friday, $5 Sat early bird, FREE Sat 10am-4pm • all ages • 406-201-9229 • www.handmademontana.com We are excited to bring all that our events offers for artisans, non-profits, and the local community to the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse for the Bozeman SPRING MADE fair. Enjoy shopping a curated collection of over 195+ skilled artisans and non-profits.

COLE DECKER 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel.com Country music singer/songwriter from South Mississippi.

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.

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.

PAINT & SIP - CHERRY BLOSSOMS 6:30-8:30pm • The Bunkhouse Brewery, 7715 Shedhorn Dr., Four Corners • $47 • 2182341437

• aintabetterwaytopaint.com Paint Cherry Blossoms with us at Bunkhouse Brewery on Friday, May 3rd! We’ll bring everything you need to paint your masterpiece, right down to the aprons.

SCIENCE NIGHT IN 6:30-8:30pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • $30 per child • Ages 4-11 • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Drop your kids off with us for a date night or just some alone time. We will feed them pizza and provide science activities.

FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH MICHAEL PALASCAK 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 Michael Palascak has performed on both The Late Late Show with James Corden and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, as well as A Little Late with Lilly Singh, The Tonight Show, Letterman, Craig Ferguson, and Conan!

CHURCH OF CASH 7-11pm • The ELM • $20 (Adv.) $25 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Church of Cash for a live in concert performance at The ELM on Friday, May 3, 2024.

ASMSU BATTLE OF THE BANDS - WINNER SHOWCASE 7pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $10 at door, no advance sales • 18+ • www.rialtobozeman.com An awesome night of community fueled fun featuring one of Bozeman’s most promising up and comers. We’re sending all the bands our best wishes and can’t wait to see who’ll make their big debut at the Rialto!

SHAKESPEARE’S MACBETH 7pm • Bozeman High School, 205 North 11th Avenue, Bozeman • $8 Students $10 General • (406) 522-6200 • www.bsd7.org/bhsonline/ Bozeman High School Hawks Theatre Company Spring Show under the direction of Lila Michael, Hawks Theater Company Presents Shakespeare’s haunting tragedy Macbeth.

U.S. AIR FORCE BAND’S “AIRMEN OF NOTE” PERFORMANCE 7:30-9pm • Willson Auditorium, 404 W. Main St., Bozeman • FREE • (406) 522-6000 USAF Band’s Airmen of Note, the Premier Jazz Ensemble of the United States Air Force, will be performing in Bozeman!

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.

THE SHANE CENTER’S TEEN THEATRE PRODUCTION OF SOMETHING ROTTEN! 8-11pm • The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts • ADULT: $23 | SENIOR(60+) COLLEGE MILITARY: $17 | YOUTH(-17): $11 • All Ages • 4062221420 • www.theshanecenter.org Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play — though they find themselves stuck in the shadow of “The Bard.” Out of desperation, they set out to write the world’s first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self (and all that jazz).

THE DIRTY SHAME 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 21+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com

The Dirty Shame is an Outlaw Country band from Bozeman, MT.

FRIDAY NIGHT STAND-UP WITH MICHAEL PALASCAK 910:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $24 online, $30 at the door • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Michael Palascak has performed on both The Late Late Show with James Corden and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, as well as A Little Late with Lilly Singh, The Tonight Show, Letterman, Craig Ferguson, and Conan!

LATIN NIGHT FEATURING DJ BIG LOU 9-11:55pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com Latin dance night

EL WENCHO DE MAYO

May 3 & 4 - Chico Hot Springs

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!

MONTANA DELUXE 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar. com Rock and roll

EL WENCHO DE MAYO 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Power duo Johnny Mac & Josh “Dawg” Keehr has the place rocking from the first note.

SATURDAY, MAY. 4

BOZEMAN WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET 9am-noon • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Area farmers have worked hard to drastically increase the amount of fresh greens and the variety of vegetables they can offer our community throughout the fall, winter and spring.

BIKE SWAP - BOZEMAN 2024 9am-1pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds • FREE • All Ages • gallatinvalleybicycleclub.org/ bike-swap/ GVBC’s annual Bike Swap is the one day event for people looking to buy or sell bike related equipment in Bozeman. Join us on May 4th, 2024 at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds. More info: GallatinValleyBicycleClub.org/bike-swap/

BOZEMAN SPRING MADE FAIR 9am-4pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $10 Friday, $5 Sat early bird, FREE Sat 10am-4pm • all ages • 406-201-9229 • www.handmademontana.com We are excited to bring all that our events offers for artisans, non-profits, and the local community to the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse for the Bozeman SPRING MADE fair. Enjoy shopping a curated collection of over 195+ skilled artisans and non-profits.

KGLT VINYL SALE! 10am-3pm • MSU SUB 233/235, 280 Strand Union, Bozeman • FREE, 9am early bird $5 • All Ages • 406-5994136 • www.kglt.net KGLT Vinyl Sale! 9am early bird/$5 Free entry 10am-3pm! Vendors include Cactus Records, Ear Candy, Wax Museum, Ron Sanchez, Dave O, Jim Kehoe, Brandt from Butte, Bob Bramlett, and more!! KGLT Vinyl Sale!

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!

ARMORY SIDEWALK POP UP noon-3pm • Kimpton Armory Hotel, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • (406) 551-7702 • www. armoryhotelbzn.com Enjoy your favorite tacos, including al pastor, carne asada, and mushroom nopales. Fiesta with us outside or head inside for a perfectly paired margarita.

POKER TOURNAMENT noon-6pm • The Cat’s Paw • $80 • 18+ • 406 404 1968 • seatopen.com Live Poker Tournaments in Bozeman Every Weekend on Saturdays & Sundays! Join us for No Limit Hold ‘em Cash Games 7 days a week starting at 3pm. Food, Drinks & Fun Every Day!

ILLUMINATING THE SHADOWED WORLD OF BOZEMAN’S REDLIGHT DISTRICT 1-2pm • The Extreme History Project • $ 8-10 • www.eventbrite.com We are unveiling our new exhibit which examines the hidden layers of the city’s “restricted district” that thrived from 1870s until 1918.

MEET THE MAKERS 1-2:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Bozeman Public Library is pleased to feature local creative organizations in a new program: Meet the Makers.

GALLATIN HISTORY MUSEUM ANNUAL PROGRAM - WHERE IN BOZEMAN: A SHORT HISTORY OF BOZEMAN IN 51 PHOTOS 2-4pm • Gallatin History Museum, 317 W Main, Bozeman • FREE and open to the public • All Ages • (406)522-8122 • www.gallatinhistorymuseum.org Enjoy a presentation by Susan Anderegg and Paul Stouffer, authors of Where in Bozeman: A Short History of Bozeman in 51 Photos at the annual Gallatin History Museum Open House.

JAKOB NYE 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel.com Live music.

DRAG STORY HOUR 6-7pm • Steep Mountain Teahouse, 402 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772740 • www. steepmtnteahouse.com/events Drag Story Hour will be a time of fun and imagination for you and your little ones. We ask that, as it is in a public setting, all children are accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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.

JOCKEYS & JULEPS KENTUCKY DERBY WATCH PARTY 6-8pm • Sky Shed • 21+ Don your best hat for the most exciting two minutes in sports!

WINGING IT, THE MUSICAL! 7-7:45pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Winging It! starts a great night of improv comedy! Join us for a fully improvised musical! Opening and closing night all in one.

LAZY OWL STRING BAND 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • 21+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt. com Where the spirit of Old Time Music meets the high octane energy of Rock N Roll. Bozeman’s Lazy Owl String Band performs Original Music that draws upon Traditional Americana Music influences and a dynamic live performance that will make you want to sing & dance!

JACOB ROUNTREE 7-11pm • Rialto • FREE • 21+ • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Groove Solventless & Logjam Presents are happy to welcome Jacob Rountree for a FREE live concert performance.

SHAKESPEARE’S MACBETH 7pm • Bozeman High School, 205 North 11th Avenue, Bozeman • $8 Students $10 General • (406) 522-6200 • www.bsd7.org/bhsonline/ Bozeman High School Hawks Theatre Company Spring Show under the direction of Lila Michael, Hawks Theater Company Presents Shakespeare’s haunting tragedy Macbeth.

ECSTATIC DANCE 8pm • Emergence Movement & Wellness • $22 • All Ages • 7023781166 • www.emergencemovement.us Ecstatic dance is a safe place of creative self-expression. It’s a nonalcoholic dance party meant to help you connect with you, and the energy of the crowd around you. DJ Prince Carls will spin, live drummers will drum, and we will dance.

NOTORIOUS BOZ WITH BANNER PLUMB 8-9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Self described as a single, handsome guy with a steady job; a dirtbag, traveler, and full-time curious guy; & someone seeking good experiences with good people, this week’s Armando is Banner Plumb!

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.

THE SHANE CENTER’S TEEN THEATRE PRODUCTION OF SOMETHING ROTTEN! 8-11pm • The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts • ADULT: $23 | SENIOR(60+) COLLEGE MILITARY: $17 | YOUTH(-17): $11 • All Ages • 4062221420 • www.theshanecenter.org Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play — though they find themselves stuck in the shadow of

“The Bard.” Out of desperation, they set out to write the world’s first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self (and all that jazz).

PAUL DURHAM 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $40 advance • livefromthedivide.com Paul Durham, the founder and frontman of West Coast-based Black Lab, has returned to the studio for the first time in 7 years.

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!

MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU : MOTH WITH STILGONE 9-11pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $15 in advance, $15 at the door • 21+ • 4065795412 • fillertickets.com Chewbacca suits. Blasters. Light sabers. Hair styles from a long time ago in a galaxy far far away. We’re throwing a Star Wars costume party with MOTH and STiLGONE! Get suited up and be ready to bust a groove!

EL WENCHO DE MAYO 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Power duo Johnny Mac & Josh “Dawg” Keehr has the place rocking from the first note.

CANOE DEALERS 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Folk duo featuring Ryan Acker and Lena Marie Schiffer.

WHIZ BANG! INTOXICATING COMEDY 9:30-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 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, MAY. 5

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.

COOKIE PAINTING PARTY noon-3pm • The Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-582-2910 • engage. bozeman.net Join the Historic Preservation Advisory Board and Friends of Story Mansion for a Cookie Painting Party, we will have cookies to decorate to celebrate Bozeman’s heritage and Historic Preservation Month.

SUNDAY DANCE 1-5pm • American Legion Manhattan, 218 E Main St, Manhattan • $10 per person • 21+ • 406-284-6138 Get ready for a fantastic afternoon dancing to the phenomenal music of “WWW Twang,” an experience in western music that will keep you in high spirits all through the coming week...come join your family of friends to celebrate the event...see ya!

SHAKESPEARE’S MACBETH 1pm • Bozeman High School, 205 North 11th Avenue, Bozeman • $8 Students $10 General • (406) 522-6200 • www.bsd7.org/bhsonline/ Bozeman High School Hawks Theatre Company Spring Show under the direction of Lila Michael, Hawks Theater Company Presents Shakespeare’s haunting tragedy Macbeth.

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.

THE SHANE CENTER’S TEEN THEATRE PRODUCTION OF SOMETHING ROTTEN! 3-6pm • The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts • ADULT: $23 | SENIOR(60+) COLLEGE MILITARY: $17 | YOUTH(-17): $11 • All Ages • 4062221420 • www.theshanecenter.org Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play — though they find themselves stuck in the shadow of “The Bard.” Out of desperation, they set out to write the world’s first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self (and all that jazz).

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!

PAINT & SIP - POPPIES 4-6pm • Audreys Pizza Oven & Freefall Brewery, 806 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • $47 • 2182341437 • aintabetterwaytopaint.com Join as as we paint Poppies at Audrey’s Pizza & FreeFall Brewery! We’ll bring everything you need to make your masterpiece.

THROWN-OUT BONES 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 San Francisco-based rock trio “Thrown Out Bones”.

AN EVENING WITH DEAD SKY 8-11pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $20 in advance $25 at the door • 21+ • 4065795412 • fillertickets.com Bozeman’s premiere Grateful Dead tribute rocks the Filler, featuring the best of the best musicians in the area, Dead Sky brings the music of the Dead to life – it’s a show you can’t miss!

MONDAY,

MAY. 6

HOMESCHOOL MONDAYS 9am-5pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Free admission for homeschool families. • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org/calendar Free admission is offered to homeschool families. Educational experiences like T. rex encounters and themed scavenger hunts ensure accessibility and enrichment for all.

PINT NIGHT FUNDRAISERS FOR OUTSIDE KIND, A PROGRAM OF ONE MONTANA 5pm • MAP Brewing Co, 510 Manley Rd, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 587-4070 • www.outsidekind.org One Montana and alliance partners like GVLT and Montana Wild are planning activities like backyard jenga and corn hole!

PINT NIGHT FUNDRAISERS FOR OUTSIDE KIND, A PROGRAM OF ONE MONTANA 5pm • MAP Brewing Co, 510 Manley Rd, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 587-4070 • www.outsidekind.org One Montana and alliance partners like GVLT and Montana Wild are planning activities like backyard jenga and corn hole!

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.

EVENING GYROKINESIS® 6pm • 855 S 29th Ave • $20 • All Ages • 4065795642 • www.currentmovementstudio.com This 60 minute, Level 1 class will charge you up and make you strong & flexible to the core.

TOM KIRWAN 6:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 359-1999 • www.redtractorpizza.com Live 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.

LOLA KIRKE 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $45 advance • livefromthedivide.com Lola Kirke stands out like a flash of neon magenta in this nostalgic landscape of Americana tin-types.

JAZZ NIGHT WITH EDDIE T Wednesday’s - The Tune Up

TUESDAY, MAY. 7

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.

SALONS AND SALOONS 9-10:30am • The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 587-9797 • www.theemerson.org Servers, bartenders, barbers, and stylists: please join us for a conversation about mental health in the salon chair, at the bar, and in the community.

PRESCHOOL PIONEERS (AGES 3-5) 9:30-10:30am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission. • Ages 3-5 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Nurture your toddler’s curiosity and autonomy with our interactive program featuring shared reading, singing, movement activities, and sensory exploration.

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.

ILLUMINATING THE SHADOWED WORLD OF BOZEMAN’S RED-LIGHT DISTRICT 11am-noon • The Extreme History Project • $ 8-10 • www.eventbrite.com We are unveiling our new exhibit which examines the hidden layers of the city’s “restricted district” that thrived from 1870s until 1918.

PRESCHOOL PIONEERS (AGES 3-5) 11am-noon • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission. • Ages 3-5 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Nurture your toddler’s curiosity and autonomy with our interactive program featuring shared reading, singing, movement activities, and sensory exploration.

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.

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.

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.

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.

DJANGO JAZZ 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • gmail.com Join us for Jazz and Vintage Swing Dancing.

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 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, MAY. 8

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.

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.

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.

ILLUMINATING THE SHADOWED WORLD OF BOZEMAN’S REDLIGHT DISTRICT 1-2pm • The Extreme History Project • $ 8-10 • www.eventbrite.com We are unveiling our new exhibit which examines the hidden layers of the city’s “restricted district” that thrived from 1870s until 1918.

AFTERNOON GYROKINESIS® 2-3pm • Glass Silo above City Brew • $20 • All Ages • (406)5795642 • www.currentmovementstudio.com This 60 minute, Level 1 class will charge you up and make you strong & flexible to the core.

EVENING GYROKINESIS® 2pm • 855 S 29th Ave • $20 • All Ages • 4065795642 • www.currentmovementstudio.com This 60 minute, Level 1 class will charge you up and make you strong & flexible to the core.

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.

GNS NATURE JOURNALING 5-7pm • Steep Mountain Teahouse, 402 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772740 • www. steepmtnteahouse.com/events Led by Christy Howard, get ready to learn the basics of nature journaling, including sketching flora and fauna, recording observations, and incorporating your thoughts and feelings about nature into your journal.

LAST BEST PLACE WEDNESDAYS 5-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Enjoy 10% off total bill with a valid Montana ID.

RIDING FOR RESILIENCE - A BENEFIT FOR UPPER CANYON OUTREACH 5:30-10pm • est 1864 Noir Bar & Restaurant • $200 • All Ages • givebutter.com/c/BLjrvn Please join us to support the equine facilitated wellness courses of Upper Canyon Outreach: helping active duty military and Veterans with psychological and

emotional challenges develop new wellness skills to improve daily life and mental well-being.

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.

WATERSHED WISE LANDSCAPING WEBINAR: PROTECTING THE TREES 6-7pm • ONLINE WEBINAR • FREE • All Ages • 406582-2266 • www.greengardensgroup.com The City of Bozeman is excited to offer six FREE online Watershed Wise Landscaping webinars throughout the month of May! Ask specific questions about your yard and garden, get inspired, and learn to transform your yard into a water smart landscape.

CITY TO HOST FOWLER AVENUE CONNECTION COMMUNITY EVENT 6-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Safety Center, 901 N Rouse Ave, Bozeman • FREE The City of Bozeman, in partnership with Sanderson Stewart, will host a public meeting to discuss the thirty percent (30%) design of the Fowler Avenue corridor connection project.

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.

ELECTRONICS DISSECTION CLUB 6:30-7:30pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman Bring your own dead electronic devices and dissect them with us!

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.

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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.

“WICKED LITTLE LIES” BFS FILM 7-9pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $11.75/GA, $11.25/SR (60 +); $9.75/ST (plus fees*) • 406-585-5885 • www.bozemanfilmsociety.org Based on an outrageous true story, residents of an English seaside town--including conservative local Edith--begin to receive letters full of hilarious profanities. Rowdy Irish migrant Rose is charged with the crime, with hilarious results. Rated R.

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.

JAZZ NIGHT W/EDDIE T 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music every Wednesday.

SKATING POLLY + LORD FRIDAY THE 13TH + THE LOVE DARTS 8-11pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $10 in advance, $15 at the door • 21+ • 4065795412 • fillertickets.com Skating Polly, Lord Friday the 13th and Love Darts get weird at the Filling Station Wednesday, May 8th. Pop punk gets ugly at the Filler!

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.

THURSDAY, MAY. 9

A MEMBER-ONLY SERIES OF EVENTS: COSMOS & COFFEE

7:30-9am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership. • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Members are invited to an exclusive morning of coffee and donuts and an exclusive preview of Moon Base: The Next Step, a visually stunning planetarium show exploring the challenges of establishing a lunar foothold.

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, sensory exploration, and playtime.

ROCKY’S AGENCY ON AGING VISIT 11am-1pm • Manhattan Senior Center • FREE • 60+ • 4064413985 • rmdc.net Hey Manhattan Seniors! Rocky’s Agency on Aging will be visiting the Manhattan Senior Center, we hope you will join us so we can get to know each other! Questions? Call Michele at 406-441-3985

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 3:30-4:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 5-12 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Take inspiration from the weekly challenge or free build, work solo or collaborate – it’s in your hands, LEGO Architect!

SPRING 2024 MSU BFA EXHIBITION 5-7pm • Helen E Copeland Gallery, Montana State University, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4069944502 Join us as we celebrate the Spring 2024 BFA studio art graduates. The Thesis exhibition is held from April 22nd through May 10th with closing reception on Thursday evening May 9th at 5 PM.

PAIGE & THE PEOPLE’S BAND May 10 - Filling Station

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.

DRINK AND DRAW WITH @ARTBYWOLVES 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Come create art! Free form workspace: supplies provided!

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.

VERGE’S NEW WORKS FESTIVAL 6:30-9:30pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • Varying Prices for Individual Shows, Day Passes, Weekend Passes • All Ages • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com Verge Theater is excited to announce its inaugural New Works Fest! This highly anticipated weekend features 14 new playwrights sharing their original works with audiences, some for the first time ever.

VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • Blend, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.

THREE FORKS MUSIC NIGHT WITH WWW.TWANG 7-9pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • FREE • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Enjoy music with www. twang.

BEAT DEAF 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 Helena-based rock band “Beat Deaf”.

CHANCEY WILLIAMS 7-11pm • Rialto • $22 (Adv.) $25 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Chancey Williams for a live in concert performance.

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!

ROCK FOR RESPECT: SASA FUNDRAISER FEAT. STILGONE AND ICARUS 8-11:30pm • $15 advance, $20 day of show • 21+ • 406579-5412 • fillertickets.com Join STiLGONE & Icarus at the Filling station for a night of funk, soul, and rock n’ roll, raising funds for SASA! SASA, Students Against Sexual Assault, is a MSU club that has the goal of promoting healthy relationships.

FRIDAY, MAY. 10

VIRTUAL FOSSIL FRIDAYS 9-9:30am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Join Outreach Program Manager Ashley Hall to discover the fascinating history of one of the museum’s fossil specimens.

RUNOFF CLEANOFF 9am-5pm • Big Sky Community Park • FREE • All Ages • 720-402-4755 • gallatinrivertaskforce.org Join us on May 10 – 12 to pick up pet waste and seasonal trash to keep our rivers and various BSCO trails clean. During spring runoff, pet waste left behind by a long winter has the potential of making its way into the Gallatin, and you can help!

MSU SPRING 2024 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY 9:40am • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • (406) 994CATS • www.brickbreeden.com Congrats Grads! Tickets are not required for guest admission to the Spring 2024 Commencement ceremony.

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.

MSU SPRING 2024 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY 2:10pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • (406) 994CATS • www.brickbreeden.com Congrats Grads! Tickets are not required for guest admission to the Spring 2024 Commencement ceremony.

AUNT DOFE’S GALLERY SEASON OPENER WITH BRANDON AND ALISON REINTJES 4:30-7:30pm • Aunt Dofe’s Gallery • (406) 570-6986 • auntdofegallery.com Join us for the opening exhibition of the 2024 season at Aunt Dofe’s Gallery featuring the work of Brandon and Alison Reintjes. Alison Reintjes is known for geometric vessel forms and spatial wall installation groupings.

TOAST TO GRADS 5pm • Kimpton Armory Hotel, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • www.armoryhotelbzn.com Celebrating a graduation? Show us a picture receiving your diploma, and get a complimentary glass of bubbles and toast to your success when you come in to dine with us in Fielding’s, Sky Shed, or Tune Up!

HAPPY HOUR OPEN MIC 5-6:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Join us for Happy Hour Open Mic with host Jon Jacobs! With $4 Beer, Wine, Wells and sets, this is the perfect end of the week activity. Grab your office mates and come try your hand at some comedy. Sign-ups start at 5.

EMERSON OPEN HOUSE AND BIRTHDAY PARTY! 5-8pm • The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman • 406-587-9797 • www.theemerson.org The Emerson is turning 31! Come celebrate with us and eat cake, watch demos in our classrooms, listen to live music, and visit our amazing tenants upstairs!

VERGE’S NEW WORKS FESTIVAL 5-9:30pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • Varying Prices for Individual Shows, Day Passes, Weekend Passes • All Ages • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com Verge Theater is excited to announce its inaugural New Works Fest! This highly anticipated weekend features 14 new playwrights sharing their original works with audiences, some for the first time ever.

A MEMBER-ONLY SERIES OF EVENTS: COSMOS & COOKIES 5:30-7pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Members are invited to an exclusive evening of cookies and an exclusive preview of Moon Base: The Next Step, a stunning planetarium show exploring the challenges of establishing a lunar foothold and surviving in alien conditions before its release.

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.

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.

THE DEAD & DOWN 7-11pm • Rialto • $15 (Adv.) $20 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome The Dead & Down for a live in concert performance.

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.

PAIGE AND THE PEOPLE’S BAND : SPRING FEVER 8-11pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $20 in advance, $25 at the door, $5 off with costume • 21+ • 4065795412 • fillertickets. com Join Paige and the People’s Band at the Filler for an evening of great music and a costume contest! Best Island Party Costume wins $50 and a case of Corona Extra! $5 off at the door if you’re wearing a Hawaiian shirt, Bikini or Banana Hammock!

THE SHANE CENTER’S TEEN THEATRE PRODUCTION OF SOMETHING ROTTEN! 8-11pm • The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts • ADULT: $23 | SENIOR(60+) COLLEGE MILITARY: $17 | YOUTH(-17): $11 • All Ages • 4062221420 • www.theshanecenter.org Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play — though they find themselves stuck in the shadow of “The Bard.” Out of desperation, they set out to write the world’s first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self (and all that jazz).

TJ OVERCAST 8-11pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel.com Oldschool country with a modern edge.

WESTERN SKIES 8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • 21+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com Country rock band Western Skies is coming to the Jump!

STEVE FULTON TRIO 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $35 • livefromthedivide.com Steve Fulton is a personable fingerstyle acoustic guitarist in an Americana, modern folk singer songwriter style with a funky twist!

ROCKY MOUNTAIN SONIC 9pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com Rocky Mountain Sonic mixes psychedelic jam band vibes with the blues, creating a sonic landscape that will take you out of this world!

SHAKEDOWN COUNTRY 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Great Falls’s #1 Country Dance Band!

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!

LAZY OWL STRINGBAND 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar. com Bringing driving stompgrass, grab some whiskey and put on your dancing shoes!

SATURDAY, MAY. 11

BOZEMAN WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET 9am-noon • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Area farmers have worked hard to drastically increase the amount of fresh greens and the variety of vegetables they can offer our community throughout the fall, winter and spring.

RAPTOR RUN 9am-2pm • Gallatin High School, 4455 Annie St, Bozeman • $25 • (406) 522-4600 • ghs.bsd7.org To support the growth of the Gallatin High School Bands, we are hosting the Raptor Run 5K to serve as a fundraiser. Proceeds from the run will help supply students with everything that goes into a growing band program!

RUNOFF CLEANOFF 9am-5pm • Big Sky Community Park • FREE • All Ages • 720-402-4755 • gallatinrivertaskforce.org Join us on May 10 – 12 to pick up pet waste and seasonal trash to keep our rivers and various BSCO trails clean. During spring runoff, pet waste left behind by a long winter has the potential of making its way into the Gallatin, and you can help!

PREPPING FOR PUBERTY WORKSHOP 9:30am-12:30pm • Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Bozeman, 325 N 25th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 586-1368 Bridgercare and the Help Center are here to help you support your child through puberty!

BOZEMAN GEM & MINERAL CLUB SHOW 10am-6pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • $3, kids 10 and under FREE • All ages • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Visit the gem show for raffles, auctions, displays & field trip 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!

VERGE’S NEW WORKS FESTIVAL 12:30-9:30pm • Verge Theater, 111 S Grand Ave, Suite 107, Bozeman • Varying Prices for Individual Shows, Day Passes, Weekend Passes • All Ages • 4064049000 • vergetheater.com Verge Theater is excited to announce its inaugural New Works Fest! This highly anticipated weekend features 14 new playwrights sharing their original works with audiences, some for the first time ever.

ILLUMINATING THE SHADOWED WORLD OF BOZEMAN’S REDLIGHT DISTRICT 1-2pm • The Extreme History Project • $ 8-10 • www.eventbrite.com We are unveiling our new exhibit which examines the hidden layers of the city’s “restricted district” that thrived from 1870s until 1918.

MONTANA BREWERS SPRING RENDEZVOUS 2024 3-8pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • $45 VIP / $35 GA (Day-of event $50 VIP / $40 GA) • All Ages • 406-948-2739 • fb.me Breweries from across Montana return to Bozeman for this year’s Spring Rendezvous. All beer samples and a collectible glass are included with your ticket.

STEPHANIE QUAYLE IN CONVERSATION WITH JULIE MENANNO 3pm • Country Bookshelf, 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman • (406)587-0166 • www.countrybookshelf.com More information coming soon!

MOMS LIKE ME 4:30-7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • FREE • Adults, babes in arms welcome • 4065812191 • www.rootsfamilycollaborative.com Since 2017, Roots has organized Moms Like Me as a FREE community event to celebrate and honor motherhood.

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.

THE BRIDGER CREEK BOYS 6:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 359-1999 • www.redtractorpizza.com Live music while you dine.

WINGING IT, THE MUSICAL! 7-7:45pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Winging It! starts a great night of improv comedy! Join us for a fully improvised musical! Opening and closing night all in one.

SHAKEWELL X DESPERATE ELECTRIC 7-11pm • The ELM • $22 (Adv.) $25 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Shakewell x Desperate Electric for a live in concert performance to celebrate our MSU College Graduates!

WESTERN SKIES 7-11pm • Armory Music Hall, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • $15 GA, $25 VIP BALCONY 21+ • 18+ • www. armorymusichall.com Pull up your cowboy boots and get ready for a boot-stompin’ good time at our Live Music Western Dance Hall! Two Step & Country Waltz lessons at 7, Western Skies and open dancing 8-11pm.

MEYER’D DOWN 7pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • 21+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com Folk, blues, rock, pop band Meyer’d Down coming to the Jump!

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.

THE WAITING 8-10pm • The Attic, 110 N Main St, 2nd Floor, Livingston • $15 • www.theatticmontana.com Oh My My - Oh Hell Yes! Bozeman’s Tom Petty cover band.

NEON RAINBOW WITH MARCEDES CARROLL 8-11pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $15 in advance, $20 at the door • 21+ • 4065795412 • fillertickets.com Join us for an evening of 90’s country hits with Peter King’s Neon Rainbow! Throw on your boots and get ready to dance - Marcedes Carroll gets the party started at 8pm!

THE SHANE CENTER’S TEEN THEATRE PRODUCTION OF SOMETHING ROTTEN! 8-11pm • The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts • ADULT: $23 | SENIOR(60+) COLLEGE MILITARY: $17 | YOUTH(-17): $11 • All Ages • 4062221420 • www.theshanecenter.org Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play — though they find themselves stuck in the shadow of

NEON RAINBOW WITH MARCEDES CAROLL May 11 - Filling Station

“The Bard.” Out of desperation, they set out to write the world’s first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self (and all that jazz).

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!

SHAKEDOWN COUNTRY 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Great Falls’s #1 Country Dance Band!

WHIZ BANG! INTOXICATING COMEDY 9:30-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 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, MAY. 12

CLOSED FOR SPRING CLEANING Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Since we are always closed on Sundays and Wednesdays, the full closure will be Sunday, May 12 - Wednesday, May 15. Thanks for your patience!

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.

RUNOFF CLEANOFF 9am-5pm • Big Sky Community Park • FREE • All Ages • 720-402-4755 • gallatinrivertaskforce.org Join us on May 10 – 12 to pick up pet waste and seasonal trash to keep our rivers and various BSCO trails clean. During spring runoff, pet waste left behind by a long winter has the potential of making its way into the Gallatin, and you can help!

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH BUFFET 10am-12:30pm • Rockin’ TJ Ranch • $64.95 for adults | 1/2 price for childern under 10 | under 3 Free • All Ages • 406-585-0595 • rockingtjranch.com Celebrate your Moms at Rockin’ TJ’s Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet! A delicious array of delicacies to choose from in a gorgeous setting. Limited Reservations!

BOZEMAN GEM & MINERAL CLUB SHOW 10am-4pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • $3, kids 10 and under FREE • All ages • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Visit the gem show for raffles, auctions, displays & field trip info.

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH 10:30am-2pm • Sky Shed • $85/adult, $45/kids 12 and under Treat Mom to Brunch with a view at our Mother’s Day Brunch, enjoy an all you can eat brunch buffet amidst the best views that Downtown Bozeman has to offer.

SUNDAY DANCE 1-5pm • American Legion Manhattan, 218 E Main St, Manhattan • $10 per person • 21+ • 406-284-6138 Come join us in welcoming back the great “Band of Drifters,” always an exceptional afternoon of fantastic western dancing music sure to excite everyone in attendance...just be ready to give it your all, because you’ll want to...your friends await!

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH BUFFET 1:30-3pm • Rockin’ TJ Ranch • $64.95 for adults | 1/2 price for childern under 10 | under 3 Free • All Ages • 406-585-0595 • rockingtjranch.com Celebrate your Moms at Rockin’ TJ’s Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet! An array of delicacies to choose from. Limited Reservations!

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.

THE SHANE CENTER’S TEEN THEATRE PRODUCTION OF SOMETHING ROTTEN! 3-6pm • The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts • ADULT: $23 | SENIOR(60+) COLLEGE MILITARY: $17 | YOUTH(-17): $11 • All Ages • 4062221420 • www.theshanecenter.org Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play — though they find themselves stuck in the shadow of “The Bard.” Out of desperation, they set out to write the world’s first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self (and all that jazz).

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!

BLUEBELLY JUNCTION 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 blues rock band “Bluebelly Junction”.

LAURA GIBSON (AN EVENING WITH) 7:30-9:30pm • Halycon House • $20 Preseale (Only 30 Tickets Left!) • All Ages • 4062093556 • events.sellout.io Electric River Presents is pleased to welcome back Laura Gibson to Bozeman after playing at Sweet Pea Festival back in 2017. This will be a very special ‘Living Room’ show where she will be trying out new songs for her upcoming album.

SETH ANDERSON // ICARUS // MARIO MINER JR 8pm • Labor Temple, 422 E Mendenhall St, Bozeman • $10 • All Ages • 4062241171 Live music at the Gallatin Labor Temple featuring Seth Anderson from Calgary, AB with support from Mario Miner Jr and Icarus!

MONDAY, MAY. 13

CLOSED FOR SPRING CLEANING Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Since we are always closed on Sundays and Wednesdays, the full closure will be Sunday, May 12 - Wednesday, May 15. Thanks for your patience!

PINT NIGHT FUNDRAISERS FOR OUTSIDE KIND, A PROGRAM OF ONE MONTANA 5pm • MAP Brewing Co, 510 Manley Rd, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 587-4070 • www.outsidekind.org One Montana and alliance partners like GVLT and Montana Wild are planning activities like backyard jenga and corn hole!

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.

EVENING GYROKINESIS® 6pm • 855 S 29th Ave • $20 • All Ages • 4065795642 • www.currentmovementstudio.com This 60 minute, Level 1 class will charge you up and make you strong & flexible to the core.

RALPH PETTY 6:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 359-1999 • www.redtractorpizza.com Live 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.

TUESDAY, MAY. 14

CLOSED FOR SPRING CLEANING Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Since we are always closed on Sundays and Wednesdays, the full closure will be Sunday, May 12 - Wednesday, May 15. Thanks for your patience!

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.

PRESCHOOL PIONEERS (AGES 3-5) 9:30-10:30am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission. • Ages 3-5 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Nurture your toddler’s curiosity and autonomy with our interactive program featuring shared reading, singing, movement activities, and sensory exploration.

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.

ILLUMINATING THE SHADOWED WORLD OF BOZEMAN’S RED-LIGHT DISTRICT 11am-noon • The Extreme History Project • $ 8-10 • www.eventbrite.com We are unveiling our new exhibit which examines the hidden layers of the city’s “restricted district” that thrived from 1870s until 1918.

PRESCHOOL PIONEERS (AGES 3-5) 11am-noon • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission. • Ages 3-5 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Nurture your toddler’s curiosity and autonomy with our interactive program featuring shared reading, singing, movement activities, and sensory exploration.

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.

NONFICTION WRITING GROUP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Hobby writers welcome to share your work with others, critique content, and develop your ability.

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.

DJANGO JAZZ 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • gmail.com Join us for Jazz and Vintage Swing Dancing.

AUTHOR SPEAKING EVENT WITH BETSY GAINES QUAMMEN 6-8pm • The Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman • FREE • 406-582-2910 • engage.bozeman.net Join us in listening to author Betsy Gaines Quammen as she discusses her new book True West: Myth and Mending on the Far Side of America. Light refreshments and conversation to follow.

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 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, MAY. 15

CLOSED FOR SPRING CLEANING Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org Since we are always closed on Sundays and Wednesdays, the full closure will be Sunday, May 12 - Wednesday, May 15. Thanks for your patience!

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.

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.

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.

ILLUMINATING THE SHADOWED WORLD OF BOZEMAN’S REDLIGHT DISTRICT 1-2pm • The Extreme History Project • $ 8-10 • www.eventbrite.com We are unveiling our new exhibit which examines the hidden layers of the city’s “restricted district” that thrived from 1870s until 1918.

AFTERNOON GYROKINESIS® 2-3pm • Glass Silo above City Brew • $20 • All Ages • (406)5795642 • www.currentmovementstudio.com This 60 minute, Level 1 class will charge you up and make you strong & flexible to the core.

EVENING GYROKINESIS® 2pm • 855 S 29th Ave • $20 • All Ages • 4065795642 • www.currentmovementstudio.com This 60 minute, Level 1 class will charge you up and make you strong & flexible to the core.

BPL BOOK CLUB 3pm • Gallatin Valley Mall, 2825 West Main St., Bozeman • FREE • (406) 586-4565 • gallatinvalleymall.com The Bozeman Public Library Book Club now meets twice a month!

Come celebrate friends, fun, and fiction with us! Wednesday, May 15 – True West by Betsy Quammen

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.

LAST BEST PLACE WEDNESDAYS 5-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Enjoy 10% off total bill with a valid Montana ID.

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.

WATERSHED WISE LANDSCAPING WEBINAR: ORGANICALLY TURF, REMOVE, REPLACE, MAINTAIN 6-7pm • ONLINE WEBINAR • FREE • All Ages • 406-582-2266 • www.greengardensgroup. com The City of Bozeman invites you to attend this evening’s LIVE webinar to learn about removing and managing turfgrass. Ask specific questions about your yard and garden, get inspired, and learn to transform your yard into a water smart landscape.

SCIENCE INQUIRY SERIES: FEEDING THE WORLD WITH FEWER RESOURCES 6-7:15pm • Museum of the Rockies • FREE • All Ages • 406-994-2251 • www.gallatinscience.org Dr. Paul Nugent, MSU Research Professor in the College of Agriculture, will discuss how “precision agriculture” technologies can address resource issues and ensure sustainable practices to safeguard our food system.

QUEER TEA NIGHT 6-7:30pm • Steep Mountain Teahouse, 402 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772740 • www. steepmtnteahouse.com/events We’re delighted to host Queer Bozeman at the teahouse every month for a night of love and community. As a queer-owned business, we are proud to serve as a safe space for amazing events like this!

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.

ELECTRONICS DISSECTION CLUB 6:30-7:30pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman Bring your own dead electronic devices and dissect them with us!

BPL BOOK CLUB 6:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary. org The Bozeman Public Library Book Club now meets twice a month! Come celebrate friends, fun, and fiction with us! Wednesday, May 15 – True West by Betsy Quammen

PECHA KUCHA 42 6:40pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $10.50 gen admission, $7 students • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com Pecha Kucha is back with another eclectic evening of speakers!

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.

TINWORKS ART: IN CONVERSATION - INDIGENOUS FOOD SOVEREIGNTY 7-9:30pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $12 • www.tinworksart.org Tinworks Art: In Conversation brings together artists, writers, scientists, and creative thinkers from various fields to discuss the topics of our time. This conversation includes Cultural Revitalization through Food with Mariah Gladstone and Jill Falcon Remaker.

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.

JAZZ NIGHT W/EDDIE T 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music every Wednesday.

LARRY & JOE 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $35 • livefromthedivide.com The program they offer features a distinct blend of their musical inheritances and traditions as well as storytelling about the ways that music and social movements coalesce.

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.

THURSDAY, MAY. 16

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.

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 3:30-4:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 5-12 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Take inspiration from the weekly challenge or free build, work solo or collaborate – it’s in your hands, LEGO Architect!

2ND ANNUAL UNITED NIGHT OF GIVING 5pm • The Commons at Baxter and Love, 1794 Baxter Lane, Bozeman • $250 • (406) 451-0067 • www.thecommonsbozeman.com This event hosted by Greater Gallatin United Way will be brimming with live entertainment, delectable food, thrilling auctions, and the opportunity to mingle with others who are passionate about making a positive impact in our community.

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.

DRINK AND DRAW WITH @ARTBYWOLVES 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Come create art! Free form workspace: supplies provided!

GOOD FIRE, BAD FIRE FILM PREMIERE 6-8:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • 406-587-9591 • perc.org/bozeman Join PERC for a free event premiering our newest short film, “Good Fire, Bad Fire,” followed by a panel discussion and reception.

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.

PECHA KUCHA 42 6:40pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $10.50 gen admission, $7 students • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com Pecha Kucha is back with another eclectic evening of speakers!

VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • Blend, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.

THREE FORKS MUSIC NIGHT WITH CHESTER FLOYD 7-9pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • FREE • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Enjoy music with Chester Floyd.

ZACHARY MCKINLEY 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 artist Zachary McKinley.

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!

BAND OF DRIFTERS TRIO 8pm • The Old Saloon, 210 Railroad Ln, Emigrant • (406) 333-4482 • www.oldsaloonmt.com Their sets draw from country, folk and blues traditions with an emphasis on original songs, done in the old style.

FRIDAY, MAY. 17

VIRTUAL FOSSIL FRIDAYS 9-9:30am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Join Outreach Program Manager Ashley Hall to discover the fascinating history of one of the museum’s fossil specimens.

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.

CSCMT FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL 4-9pm • Gallatin County Regional Park, Oak & Davis, Bozeman From savory to sweet, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Fundraiser for the Cancer Support Community.

HAPPY HOUR OPEN MIC 5-6:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Join us for Happy Hour Open Mic with host Jon Jacobs! With $4 Beer, Wine, Wells and sets, this is the perfect end of the week activity. Grab your office mates and come try your hand at some comedy. Sign-ups at 5.

TREBLE MAKER 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel.com 3-part harmony with some great yodeling and fiddle music with a Country/Americana twist.

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.

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.

PAINT & SIP - SAIL AWAY 6:30-8:30pm • The Bunkhouse Brewery, 7715 Shedhorn Dr., Four Corners • $47 • 2182341437 • aintabetterwaytopaint.com Join us at Bunkhouse Brewery to paint Sail Away! We’ll bring everything you need to make a masterpiece.

MST 7-11pm • Rialto • FREE • 21+ • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Groove Solventless & Logjam Presents are happy to welcome MST for a FREE live concert performance at the Rialto on Friday, May 17, 2024.

BRIDGER BREWING’S SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: JOSH TURNER 7-11pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • FREE • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com A night of unforgettable music with Josh Turner on the Greatest Hits Tour, local food trucks, and ice-cold brews at our beautiful outdoor venue.

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.

THE SHANE CENTER’S TEEN THEATRE PRODUCTION OF SOMETHING ROTTEN! 8-11pm • The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts • ADULT: $23 | SENIOR(60+) COLLEGE MILITARY: $17 | YOUTH(-17): $11 • All Ages • 4062221420 • www.theshanecenter.org Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play — though they find themselves stuck in the shadow of “The Bard.” Out of desperation, they set out to write the world’s first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self (and all that jazz).

WWW.TWANG 8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • 21+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com Country band www.Twang coming to the Jump!

GARY GULMAN: AN EVENING OF STAND-UP COMEDY 8pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $53.50 • (406) 5855885 • www.theellentheatre.com This guy is FUNNY!

JUSTIN BIGART 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $30 • livefromthedivide.com Alternative rock artist Justin Bigart, combines his cinematic music and accompanying visuals to create immersive audiovisual experiences.

SLIM PICKINS 9pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com Bozeman’s communal string band.

THE FOSSILS 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Livingston’s own Authentic Hippie Band.

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!

PORTUGAL THE MAN May 22, The ELM

DUELING PIANOS 9pm • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • $20 • 21+ • bourbonmt.com Get ready for a night of high-energy entertainment as two talented pianists go head-to-head.

JACKSON HOLTE & THE HIGHWAY PATROL 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com A Grammy-eligible rock and roll band from Missoula, MT, formed by several of the town’s greasiest bar-band veterans in 2017.

SATURDAY, MAY. 18

BOZEMAN WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET 9am-noon • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Area farmers have worked hard to drastically increase the amount of fresh greens and the variety of vegetables they can offer our community throughout the fall, winter and spring.

HOW-TO LLAMA: OWNING, TRAINING & PACKING LLAMAS 9am-4pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • $175 • 12 • 4066003835 • www.montanallamaguides.com Join Montana Llama Guides for an immersive 1-day seminar designed to unlock the spectacular world of llamas! Whether you’re battling springtime cabin fever or simply seeking an engaging activity, our How-To Llama Seminar is the perfect escape.

WATERSHED WISE LANDSCAPING WEBINAR: GARDEN DESIGN WORKSHOP 10-11:30am • ONLINE WEBINAR • FREE • All Ages • 406-582-2266 • www.greengardensgroup.com The City of Bozeman invites you to attend today’s LIVE 90 minute webinar that takes attendees through the step-by-step process of creating a successful watershed wise landscape design.

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!

CLASSIC LITERATURE BOOK CLUB 10:15am-noon • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-5707752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join the Classic Literature Book Club readers at 10:15 AM in the 2nd floor Ponderosa room on the 3rd Saturday of the month. May 18 –As I Lay Dying by William Faulkner

TAP INTO ENNIS FESTIVAL noon-4pm • Lions Club Park • 21+ Montana Craft Beer, Distilleries, and Premium Wines Festival

ILLUMINATING THE SHADOWED WORLD OF BOZEMAN’S REDLIGHT DISTRICT 1-2pm • The Extreme History Project • $ 8-10 • www.eventbrite.com We are unveiling our new exhibit which examines the hidden layers of the city’s “restricted district” that thrived from 1870s until 1918.

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF LIGHT 2-4pm • Montana Science Center, 2744 W Main St, Bozeman • with admission • kids of all ages • 406)-522-9087 • www.montanasciencecenter.org In cooperation with the Montana Photonics & Quantum Alliance and the Optics and Photonics Society at MSU, join us for an afternoon of light exploration.

BRENDAN NOLAN 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel. com Blues and classic rock on six-string and dobro slide, sending soulful vocals and guitar sounds.

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.

HOPE ROMEO ART SHOW 6-8pm • Steep Mountain Teahouse, 402 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772740 • www. steepmtnteahouse.com/events Grab a drink, some complimentary snacks and be captured by featured artist Hope Romeo’s beautiful landscape shots.

HEART OF THE VALLEY ANIMAL SHELTER DOG BALL 6pm • MSU SUB Ballroom, 280 strand Union, Bozeman • $175 • (406) 994-3081 • www.montana.edu The Dog Ball is a well-established dinner-auction that has taken root as one of the best parties in the Gallatin and Madison valleys combined! The theme of this year’s Dog Ball is Alohpaw – a tropical celebration.

HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S STONE - TRIVIA NIGHT! 6:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $9 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com Harry Potter Trivia Questionnaires will be available in The Ellen Lobby. Tackle the multiple-choice quiz as best you are able--then, enjoy the movie and see how well you did. Prizes for the top winners.

TERRAPIN FLYER 7-11pm • The ELM • $22 (Adv.) $27 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Terrapin Flyer for a live in concert performance.

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.

THE SHANE CENTER’S TEEN THEATRE PRODUCTION OF SOMETHING ROTTEN! 8-11pm • The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts • ADULT: $23 | SENIOR(60+) COLLEGE MILITARY: $17 | YOUTH(-17): $11 • All Ages • 4062221420 • www.theshanecenter.org Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play — though they find themselves stuck in the shadow of “The Bard.” Out of desperation, they set out to write the world’s first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self (and all that jazz).

LEON MAJCEN 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $35 • livefromthedivide.com Leon continues to develop his unique blend of Americana, folk, and country music, drawing on his experiences and his love of the outdoors to craft songs that are both poignant and powerful.

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!

DRUM AND BASS NIGHT 9pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com Local live music.

THE FOSSILS 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Livingston’s own Authentic Hippie Band.

COLE AND THE THORNES WITH JAZZ CABBAGE 9-11pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $15 in advance, $20 at the door • 21+ • 4065795412 • fillertickets.com Find your soul shine with Cole and The Thornes a high energy fusion funk quartet Jazz Cabbage get the party started.

THE DEAD YELLERS 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar. com An original country rock abomination from Bozeman, MT.

WHIZ BANG! INTOXICATING COMEDY 9:30-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 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, MAY. 19

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.

SUNDAY DANCE 1-5pm • American Legion Manhattan, 218 E Main St, Manhattan • $10 per person • 21+ • 406-284-6138 Guess what! This Sunday features the return of the band “Powderhorn,” after a tragic and regrettable absence; however, get ready for the ‘pent-up’ energy by this fantastic western band...be sure to expect a challenge, but we know you’re up to it!

FAIRY TEA FOR THE ARTS 2024 2-4pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • $65 adult, $35 ages 5-11 • 855.400.0505 • www. sagelodge.com A magical afternoon of Ballet, Native American Dance, Tea & Treats, Live Mini Donkey, Live music and more! Presented by Youth Arts in Action for the Yellowstone International Arts Festival.

BOZEMAN SYMPHONY: CARMINA BURANA 2:30-4pm • Willson Auditorium, 404 W. Main St., Bozeman • Tickets start at $29 • All Ages • 4065859774 • www.bozemansymphony.org The Bozeman Symphony will join the Bozeman Symphonic Choir and Montana State Youth Chorale to present the spectacular choral masterpiece “O, Fortuna!” Carmina Burana, Carl Orff’s infamous ode to love, drink, and living life to the fullest.

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.

THE SHANE CENTER’S TEEN THEATRE PRODUCTION OF SOMETHING ROTTEN! 3-6pm • The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts • ADULT: $23 | SENIOR(60+) COLLEGE MILITARY: $17 | YOUTH(-17): $11 • All Ages • 4062221420 • www.theshanecenter.org Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play — though they find themselves stuck in the shadow of

“The Bard.” Out of desperation, they set out to write the world’s first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self (and all that jazz).

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!

PAINT & SIP - FIREFLY MOONLIGHT 4-6pm • Audreys Pizza Oven & Freefall Brewery, 806 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman • $47 • 2182341437 • aintabetterwaytopaint.com Join us at Audrey’s Pizza & FreeFall Brewery to paint Firefly Moonlight! We’ll bring everything you need to make your masterpiece, right down to the aprons.

JAZZ JAM SESSION 6-8pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • All ages • (406) 359-1999 • www.redtractorpizza.com Live music while you dine.

KING ROPES 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 psychedelic country rock band “King Ropes”.

MONDAY, MAY. 20

WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE 8:30am-5pm • MSU SUB (Strand Union Building), 280 Strand Union, Bozeman • $50 MSU students, $125 gen admission • (406) 994-4636 • www.montana. edu/sub/ An annual conference focused on professional development and networking opportunities for women.

HOMESCHOOL MONDAYS 9am-5pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Free admission for homeschool families. • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org/calendar Free admission is offered to homeschool families. Educational experiences like T. rex encounters and themed scavenger hunts ensure accessibility and enrichment for all.

PINT NIGHT FUNDRAISERS FOR OUTSIDE KIND, A PROGRAM OF ONE MONTANA 5pm • MAP Brewing Co, 510 Manley Rd, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 587-4070 • www.outsidekind.org One Montana and alliance partners like GVLT and Montana Wild are planning activities like backyard jenga and corn hole!

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.

Level 1 class will charge you up and make you strong & flexible to the core.

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.

TUESDAY, MAY. 21

ALONG THE GALLAGATOR TOUR: HISTORY OF THE RAILWAY, SOUTH TRACY, AND MORE! www.eventbrite.com Join us and the Extreme History Project for a stroll along the Gallagator Trail, once a railway line that extended to Gallatin Gateway. Travel along the old railway bed, learning the history of the railway along with the history of Peets Hill and more.

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.

PRESCHOOL PIONEERS (AGES 3-5) 9:30-10:30am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission. • Ages 3-5 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Nurture your toddler’s curiosity and autonomy with our interactive program featuring shared reading, singing, movement activities, and sensory exploration.

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,

that thrived from 1870s until 1918.

PRESCHOOL PIONEERS (AGES 3-5) 11am-noon • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission. • Ages 3-5 • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Nurture your toddler’s curiosity and autonomy with our interactive program featuring shared reading, singing, movement activities, and sensory exploration.

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.

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.

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.

DJANGO JAZZ 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • gmail.com Join us for Jazz and Vintage Swing Dancing.

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

a safe, friendly, supportive place to start your comedy journey, try new material, and connect to the Bozeman Stand up scene.

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, MAY. 22

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.

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.

WORLD TRADE & INVESTMENT DAY 12:30-7pm • Norm Asbjornson College of Engineering - Montana State University • $149 • All Ages • bit.ly/wtid2024 Join us for an insightful look into the state of MT’s international trade economy!

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.

ILLUMINATING THE SHADOWED WORLD OF BOZEMAN’S REDLIGHT DISTRICT 1-2pm • The Extreme History Project • $ 8-10 • www.eventbrite.com We are unveiling our new exhibit which examines the hidden layers of the city’s “restricted district” that thrived from 1870s until 1918.

AFTERNOON GYROKINESIS® 2-3pm • Glass Silo above City Brew • $20 • All Ages • (406)5795642 • www.currentmovementstudio.com This 60 minute, Level 1 class will charge you up and make you strong & flexible to the core.

EVENING GYROKINESIS® 2pm • 855 S 29th Ave • $20 • All Ages • 4065795642 • www.currentmovementstudio.com This 60 minute, Level 1 class will charge you up and make you strong & flexible.

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.

LAST BEST PLACE WEDNESDAYS 5-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Enjoy 10% off total bill with a valid Montana ID.

INDY SESSIONS FOR MAY – INDEPENDANCE COMMUNITY DANCE PROJECT 5:45-8pm • Emergence Movement and Wellness Studio • $5/class or $10/both • Ages 18+ • www.independanceproject.org Community dance sample classes offering adult dancers of all levels and interests an opportunity to try new forms dance with local instructors. May 22nd Sessions: 5:456:45pm – Contemporary Dance w/Elise Knox, 7-8pm – Burlesque w/Ashley Franz

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.

FREE WATERSHED WISE LANDSCAPING WEBINAR: DRIP IRRIGATION FUNDAMENTALS WED, MAY 22ND 6-7PM 6-7pm • ONLINE WEBINAR • FREE • All Ages • 406-582-2266 • www. greengardensgroup.com The City of Bozeman invites you to attend this evening’s LIVE webinar that details steps to managing an efficient drip irrigation system.

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.

ELECTRONICS DISSECTION CLUB 6:30-7:30pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman Bring your own dead electronic devices and dissect them with us!

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.

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.

PORTUGAL. THE MAN 7-11pm • The ELM • $49-$75 (Adv.) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Portugal. The Man 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.

“CIVIL WAR” BFS FILM 7:30-9:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • Reserved Seats $9.75-$11.75 (plus fees) • Rated R • 4035812188 • www.bozemanfilmsociety.org A24’s biggest film opening ever is an adrenaline-fueled journey across a dystopian future America, following a team of military-embedded journalists as they race against time to reach DC before rebel factions descend upon the White House. Rated R.

JAZZ NIGHT W/EDDIE T 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music every 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.

THURSDAY, MAY. 23

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.

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 3:30-4:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 5-12 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Take inspiration from the weekly challenge or free build, work solo or collaborate – it’s in your hands, LEGO Architect!

PAINT N’ SIP 5-8pm • Steep Mountain Teahouse, 402 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772740 • www.steepmtnteahouse.com/events Join us for a delightful evening of creativity and conservation lead by Montana Conservation Voters, we’re hosting a Paint n’ Sip event where you can unleash your artistic side while supporting local environmental efforts.

MEMBER-ONLY MYTHIC CREATURES EXHIBITION OPENING 5:30-7:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Join us for an exclusive sneak peek at MOR’s new special exhibit, Dragons, Unicorns, and Mermaids: Mythic Creatures before it opens to the public.

SYMBOLISM IN SUNSET HILLS CEMETERY TOUR 6-7pm • Sunset Hills Cemetery, Bozeman • FREE • www.eventbrite.com Join us for a tour through Sunset Hills Cemetery to discover the symbols engraved on historic headstones.

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.

DRINK AND DRAW WITH @ARTBYWOLVES 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Come create art! Free form workspace: supplies provided!

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 w fellow tiers.

BAND OF DRIFTERS TRIO 6pm • Follow Yer’ Nose BBQ, 4 Overlook Rd, Emigrant • 406-224-2847 • www.followyernosebbq. com Their sets draw from country, folk and blues traditions with an emphasis on original songs, done in the old style.

VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • Blend, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.

THREE FORKS MUSIC NIGHT WITH MIKE BECK 7-9pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • FREE • 406200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Enjoy music with Mike Beck and Kenny Williams.

ELLA RAE COLE 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 folk artist Ella Cole.

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!

SEANCE WITH SKELECORE AND ANACONDA VISE 8-11:30pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $10 advance, $15 day of show • 21+ • 4065795412 • fillertickets.com Underground Portland emo post-rock band Bug Seance teams up with Skelecore (indie rock) and Anaconda Vise ( prog/punk) to rock the Filler.

All listings are subject to change. Check ahead for full details.

FRIDAY, MAY. 24

MONTANA’S LARGEST RV & BOAT SHOW 10am-7pm • Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show • FREE • All Ages • 253-973-0122 • www.bretzrv.com Join Bretz RV & Marine at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Bozeman for Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show!

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.

A JOURNALING JOURNEY - VIRTUAL PROGRAM 2pm • Online • FREE Virtual only,not in person. Journaling can help us to feel grounded. Let your mind wander using the journaling prompts provided below.

HAPPY HOUR OPEN MIC 5-6:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Host Jon Jacobs! With $4 Beer, Wine, Wells and sets, this is the perfect end of the week activity. Grab your office mates and come try your hand.

MATHIAS 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel.com Bozeman-based singer-songwriter Mathias has been playing music under the big sky of Montana for nearly two decades now.

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.

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.

FREAK OUT THE MUSICAL 7-8:40pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $30 General Admission, $150 Table for Four • 18+ • freakoutmusical.com After a five-year hiatus, Freak Out!, “Bozeman’s first cult classic,” is back! Campy B-movie horror meets adult-comedy in an over-the-top psychedelic rock musical starring larger-than-life puppets and a live four-piece rock band.

THE MATRIX (R) 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $9.00 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com Dive into a mind-bending journey where reality is not what it seems with a special screening of the sci-fi classic, The Matrix.

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.

DOZEY DUBS WITH HORNBREAD AND STEVEN STEPHEN 8-11pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $15 in advance, $20 at the door • 21+ • 4065795412 • fillertickets.com Reggae, Ska and Indie Rock collide at the Filling Station May 24th with Dozey Dubs, Hornbread and Steven Stephen kicking out the jams!

DAILY CONFUSED 9pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar. com Alternative, Garage, Ski Rock. Making original music in Bozeman, Montana since 2018.

BAD NEIGHBOR 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Sounds like a firm smack in the ass by a phantom limb. A toe tappin accoutstic trio.

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 CACTUS CUTS 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Cactus Cuts weave together acoustic arrangements, storytelling, and simple vocal harmonies that are the perfect combination.

FREAK OUT THE MUSICAL 9:30-11:10pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $30 General Admission, $150 Table for Four • 18+ • freakoutmusical.com After a five-year hiatus, Freak Out!, “Bozeman’s first cult classic,” is back! Campy B-movie horror meets adult-comedy in an over-the-top psychedelic rock musical starring larger-than-life puppets and a live four-piece rock band.

SATURDAY, MAY. 25

BOZEMAN WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET 9am-noon • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Area farmers have worked hard to drastically increase the amount of fresh greens and the variety of vegetables they can offer our community throughout the fall, winter and spring.

MYTHIC CREATURES FAMILY DAY 9am-3pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Included with membership/admission. • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Celebrate the opening of our newest special exhibition with a family day featuring activities, encounters with fantastical beings, and mythic creature art-making.

MONTANA’S LARGEST RV & BOAT SHOW 10am-7pm • Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show • FREE • All Ages • 253-973-0122 • www.bretzrv.com Join Bretz RV & Marine at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Bozeman for Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show!

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!

ILLUMINATING THE SHADOWED WORLD OF BOZEMAN’S REDLIGHT DISTRICT 1-2pm • The Extreme History Project • $ 8-10 • www.eventbrite.com We are unveiling our new exhibit which examines the hidden layers of the city’s “restricted district” that thrived from 1870s until 1918.

JESS JOCOY 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel.com Nashville-based Singer/Songwriter.

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.

ESTELLE & THE NORTH BLACK BAND 6:30pm • Red Tractor Pizza, 1007 W Main St, Bozeman • no cover • All ages • (406) 3591999 • www.redtractorpizza.com Estelle & The North Black Band is a four piece ensemble of professional musicians with decades of experience in a variety of styles and genres.

WINGING IT, THE MUSICAL! 7-7:45pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Winging It! starts a great night of improv comedy! Join us for a fully improvised musical! Opening and closing night all in one.

FREAK OUT THE MUSICAL 7-8:40pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $30 General Admission, $150 Table for Four • 18+ • freakoutmusical.com After a five-year hiatus, Freak Out!, “Bozeman’s first cult classic,” is back! Campy B-movie horror meets adult-comedy in an over-the-top psychedelic rock musical starring larger-than-life puppets and a live four-piece rock band.

WEDNESDAY 7-11pm • The ELM • $22 (Adv.) $25 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Wednesday for a live in concert performance.

JIM AVERITT & FRIENDS 7pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • 21+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com Songwriter Jim Averitt & Friends are coming to the Jump!

BREWERY FOLLIES OPENING NIGHT! 7pm • Virginia City Opera House, 200 E. Cover St, Virginia City • (800) 829-2969 Boy Howdy! Call 800.829.2969 x3 for more information!

OUTLAW POSSE WITH SPECIAL GUEST MARIO VAN PEEBLES 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $11 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com 1908. Chief (Mario Van Peebles) returns from years of hiding in Mexico to claim stolen reparations gold hidden in the hills of Montana.

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.

JD GRAHAM 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $35 • livefromthedivide.com Graham grew up in Yukon, Oklahoma where he spent the first 30 years of his life developing his skills in hostility and perfected duplicity

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!

MATHIAS 9pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com Local live music.

BAD NEIGHBOR 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Sounds like a firm smack in the ass by a phantom limb. A toe tappin accoutstic trio.

MIXTAPE WITH HORNBREAD 9-11pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $10 in advance, $15 at the door • 21+ • 4065795412 • events.sellout.io Mixtape & Hornbread for a night of rock, pop and ska tunes that will get you moving! Featuring members from The Hawthorne Roots, Dead Sky, Pinky & The Floyd, and MOTH, it’s an all-star lineup that will get you groovin’!

WHIZ BANG! INTOXICATING COMEDY 9:30-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $10 • 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.

FREAK OUT THE MUSICAL 9:30-11:10pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $30 General Admission, $150 Table for Four • 18+ • freakoutmusical.com After a five-year hiatus, Freak Out!, “Bozeman’s first cult classic,” is back! Campy B-movie horror meets adult-comedy in an over-the-top psychedelic rock musical starring larger-than-life puppets and a live four-piece rock band.

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, MAY. 26

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.

SUNDAY DANCE 1-5pm • American Legion Manhattan, 218 E Main St, Manhattan • $10 per person • 21+ • 406-284-6138 Announcing the return of the “LaFond Brothers” western band, which have always proven to be such valued performers for our dance family...their wide genre and exceptional talent is going to make sure you’ll love the afternoon...see ya!

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!

PAINT & SIP - SUNSET WILDFLOWERS 4-6pm • Bar 3 Bar-B-Q, 119 E Main Street, Belgrade • $47 • 2182341437 • aintabetterwaytopaint.com Join us for a relaxing paint & sip at Bar 3 Bar-B-Q on Sunday, May 26th! We’ll bring everything you need to make your masterpiece - including traceable flower stencils. Grab a ticket on our website to save your seat! www.aintabetterwaytopaint.com

CANOE DEALERS 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 local folk duo “Canoe Dealers”.

MONDAY, MAY. 27

HOMESCHOOL MONDAYS 9am-5pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Free admission for homeschool families. • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org/calendar Free admission is offered to homeschool families. Educational experiences like T. rex encounters and themed scavenger hunts ensure accessibility and enrichment for all.

MONTANA’S LARGEST RV & BOAT SHOW 10am-5pm • Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show • FREE • All Ages • 253-973-0122 • www.bretzrv.com Join Bretz RV & Marine at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Bozeman for Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show!

PINT NIGHT FUNDRAISERS FOR OUTSIDE KIND, A PROGRAM OF ONE MONTANA 5pm • MAP Brewing Co, 510 Manley Rd, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 587-4070 • www.outsidekind.org One Montana and alliance partners like GVLT and Montana Wild are planning activities like backyard jenga and corn hole!

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.

EVENING GYROKINESIS® 6pm • 855 S 29th Ave • $20 • All Ages • 4065795642 • www.currentmovementstudio.com This 60 minute, Level 1 class will charge you up and make you strong & flexible to the core.

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.

TUESDAY,

MAY. 28

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.

JERRY JOSEPH & THE JACKMORMONS MOUTHFUL OF COPPER REVISITED

May 29-June 2 - Butte, America

June 3-4 - Great Northern, Whitefish

June 6 - 406 Brewing, Manhattan

June 7 - 406 Events Lawn, Billings

June 8 - Pine Creek Lodge

YOUR OWN EVENTS

MONTANA’S LARGEST RV & BOAT SHOW 10am-7pm • Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show • FREE • All Ages • 253-973-0122 • www.bretzrv.com Join Bretz RV & Marine at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Bozeman for Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show!

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.

ILLUMINATING THE SHADOWED WORLD OF BOZEMAN’S RED-LIGHT DISTRICT 11am-noon • The Extreme History Project • $ 8-10 • www.eventbrite.com We are unveiling our new exhibit which examines the hidden layers of the city’s “restricted district” that thrived from 1870s until 1918.

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.

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.

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.

DJANGO JAZZ 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • gmail.com Join us for Jazz and Vintage Swing Dancing.

MSU LANGUAGE NIGHT 6-8pm • Steep Mountain Teahouse, 402 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772740 • www. steepmtnteahouse.com/events Practice your language skills in a relaxed and friendly environment while meeting new people. If you order in a foreign language, you’ll receive a 15% discount on your purchase!

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 INDUSTRY NIGHT 9pm • The Waypoint, 50 Ousel Falls Rd, Big Sky • no cover • 21+ • thebigskywaypoint.com Beer pong, drink discounts, beer dice, and $3 pizza slices!

WEDNESDAY, MAY. 29

MONTANA’S LARGEST RV & BOAT SHOW 10am-7pm • Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show • FREE • All Ages • 253-973-0122 • www.bretzrv.com Join Bretz RV & Marine at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Bozeman for Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show!

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.

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.

ILLUMINATING THE SHADOWED WORLD OF BOZEMAN’S REDLIGHT DISTRICT 1-2pm • The Extreme History Project • $ 8-10 • www.eventbrite.com We are unveiling our new exhibit which examines the hidden layers of the city’s “restricted district” that thrived from 1870s until 1918.

AFTERNOON GYROKINESIS® 2-3pm • Glass Silo above City Brew • $20 • All Ages • (406)5795642 • www.currentmovementstudio.com This 60 minute, Level 1 class will charge you up and make you strong & flexible to the core.

EVENING GYROKINESIS® 2pm • 855 S 29th Ave • $20 • All Ages • 4065795642 • www.currentmovementstudio.com This 60 minute, Level 1 class will charge you up and make you strong & flexible to the core.

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.

TEEN WRITERS WORKSHOP 4-5:15pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • ages 12-18 • 406-5707752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join your fellow writers upstairs in the Cottonwood Room for writing tips and tricks, feedback on your own projects and special guests! May 29: Free-write Night

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.

LAST BEST PLACE WEDNESDAYS 5-11pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Enjoy 10% off total bill with a valid Montana ID.

LITTLE JANE AND THE PISTOL WHIPS 5:30pm • Gallatin River Lodge, 9105 Thorpe Rd, Bozeman • Reservation required • (406) 388-0148 • www.grlodge.com What a special spot to kick off my homecoming! Join me for delicious food, amazing views, and music!

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.

WATERSHED WISE LANDSCAPING WEBINAR: LANDSCAPE TRANSFORMATIONS ON A BUDGET 6-7pm • ONLINE WEBINAR • FREE • All Ages • 406-582-2266 • www.greengardensgroup.com For many, removing turf and replacing it with a watershed-wise landscape is overwhelming and cost prohibitive. Join the City of Bozeman for this evening’s LIVE webinar that helps attendees understand the expenses, prioritize choices & minimize costs.

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.

ELECTRONICS DISSECTION CLUB 6:30-7:30pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman Bring your own dead electronic devices and dissect them with us!

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...

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.

JAZZ NIGHT W/EDDIE T 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Live local music every 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.

THURSDAY, MAY. 30

MONTANA’S LARGEST RV & BOAT SHOW 10am-7pm • Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show • FREE • All Ages • 253-973-0122 • www.bretzrv.com Join Bretz RV & Marine at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Bozeman for Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show!

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.

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 3:30-4:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • kids ages 5-12 • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Take inspiration from the weekly challenge or free build, work solo or collaborate – it’s in your hands, LEGO Architect!

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.

DRINK AND DRAW WITH @ARTBYWOLVES 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • valhallabozeman.com Come create art! Free form workspace: supplies provided!

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 to get out of the house, get behind the vise, and have fun with fellow tiers.

MONTANA FESTIVAL WELCOME PARTY 6pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $100 • 21+ • www.rialtobozeman. com Montana’s annual gathering of entrepreneurs, creators, & community builders connecting & shaping our future.

VINTAGE SWING SOCIAL 7-8pm • Blend, 31 S Willson Ave, Bozeman • (406) 414-9693 Join the Downbeat Vintage Swing Society for our weekly vintage swing social, we host an introductory swing lesson, followed by a social to dance.

THREE FORKS MUSIC NIGHT WITH MONTANA STANDARD 79pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • FREE • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Enjoy music with Enjoy music with Montana Standard.

JESSE THE OCELOT 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 psychedelic artist Jesse, the Ocelot.

MONTANA FESTIVAL 2024 7pm • Downtown Bozeman (various locations) • $100 • All Ages • 4062538297 • bit.ly/mtfest24 Montana’s gathering of entrepreneurs, creators, & community builders connecting & shaping our future.

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

HISTORIC PRESERVATION AWARDS 7pm • Bozeman Event Space, 14 S Tracy Ave, Bozeman • (406) 587-4322 • engage.bozeman.net Come celebrate the 2024 Historic Preservation award winners. We would appreciate if you would RSVP.

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!

MARCEDES CARROLL & CO. WITH LENA SHIFFER TRIO, SHELLY BESLER AND TONY POLECASTRO 8pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $15 in advance, $20 at the door • 21+ • 4065795412 • fillertickets.com Join southwest Montana’s best folk artists at the Filling Station May 23rd for an excellent night of music! Featuring Marcedes Carroll & Co., The Lena Schiffer Trio, and Shelly Besler and Tony Polecastro!

FRIDAY, MAY. 31

MONTANA FESTIVAL 2024 8am • Downtown Bozeman (various locations) • $100 • All Ages • 4062538297 • bit.ly/mtfest24 Montana’s gathering of entrepreneurs, creators, & community builders connecting & shaping our future.

VIRTUAL FOSSIL FRIDAYS 9-9:30am • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org/calendar Join Outreach Program Manager Ashley Hall to discover the fascinating history of one of the museum’s fossil specimens.

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.

BOZEMAN SYMPHONY: AT THE MOVIES THE MUSIC OF

June 7 & 8

HAPPY HOUR OPEN MIC 5-6:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • FREE • 18+ • 4062193933 • www.lastbestcomedy.com Join us for Happy Hour Open Mic with host Jon Jacobs! With $4 Beer, Wine, Wells and sets, this is the perfect end of the week activity. Grab your office mates and come try your hand at some comedy. Sign-ups start at 5.

KATIE HALL 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel.com Solo country and folk vocals with acoustic gui.

MONSTERS OF DESTRUCTION 5:30pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • $30 for adults, $10 for kids under 12 • All Ages • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Everyone’s favorite monster trucks are coming back to Bozeman Monster trucks, tuff trucks and side by sides are taking on the MOD monster truck track in a heated battle to see who’s TOUGHEST in Montana. Plus, you get to ride in a real life monster truck!

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.

OPEN MIC NIGHT 6-8pm • Steep Mountain Teahouse, 402 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772740 • www.steepmtnteahouse.com/events Join us and Bozeman Poetry Collective for an evening of creativity and talent at our Open Mic Night! Whether you’re a musician, poet, comedian, or storyteller, this is your chance to shine.

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.

KITCHEN DWELLERS 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $51 • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com The ascending Montana quartet continues to redefine the boundaries of bluegrass, folk, and rock, at Pine Creek for 3 nights!

CACTUS CUTS 7-11pm • Rialto • FREE • 21+ • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Groove Solventless & Logjam Presents are happy to welcome Cactus Cuts for a FREE live concert performance at the Rialto on Friday, May 31, 2024.

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 8pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • 21+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com The band plays a great variety of music, the majority being country rock, but they also throw in a good mixture of R&B, pop/rock, soul/ funk, and reggae... all highly dance-able!

UNDER THE BLEACHERS 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Helena rock band offers a sweeping catalog of class and modern rock.

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!

SATURDAY, JUN. 1

MONTANA FESTIVAL 2024 8am-noon • Downtown Bozeman (various locations) • $100 • All Ages • 4062538297 • bit.ly/mtfest24 Montana’s gathering of entrepreneurs, creators, & community builders connecting & shaping our future.

MONTANA’S LARGEST RV & BOAT SHOW 10am-7pm • Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show • FREE • All Ages • 253-973-0122 • www.bretzrv.com Join Bretz RV & Marine at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Bozeman for Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show!

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!

HEADWATERS LAGER FESTIVAL 4-8pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • $25, shuttle from Bozeman $20 • 21+ • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com This event brings together breweries from across the state, offering attendees an exclusive taste of local craftsmanship in the world of lagers. $25 includes four 10-ounce pours and unlimited samples, additional 10-ounce pours are available at the event.

CIRCUS MUTT 5-8pm • Sacajawea Bar, 5 N Main St, Three Forks • no cover • 21+ • (406) 285-6515 • www.sacajaweahotel.com Originally formed in 2010, in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Asheville, NC, Circus Mutt draws from a spectrum of musical influences including rock-n-roll, jazz and bluegrass.

MONSTERS OF DESTRUCTION 5:30pm • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • $30 for adults, $10 for kids under 12 • All Ages • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Everyone’s favorite monster trucks are coming back to Bozeman Monster trucks, tuff trucks and side by sides are taking on the MOD monster truck track in a heated battle to see who’s TOUGHEST in Montana. Plus, you get to ride in a real life monster truck!

JOHN WILLIAMS

- The Willson Auditorium

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.

KITCHEN DWELLERS 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $51 • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com The ascending Montana quartet continues to redefine the boundaries of bluegrass, folk, and rock, at Pine Creek for 3 nights!

BOZEMAN SPRING FORMAL 7-11pm • The Baxter Hotel, 105 W. Main St, Bozeman • $47 • 14+ • 406-595-8516 • bozemanspringball.ticketleap.com Bozeman Spring Formal is an alcohol-free formal dance for everyone ages 14+. Invite a friend and get ready for a fun night of dancing, featuring a live DJ, catered snacks, and a cash mocktail bar!

ALLAN RAYMAN 7pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • $20 Advance, $30 Day of Show • All Ages • www.rialtobozeman.com Enigmatic indie R&B singer Allan Rayman is a Lost Springs, Wyoming native is based out of Toronto.

STORMGRASS 7pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • 21+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com A Western Americana Bluegrass band with eclectic tastes. They create fun when they play.

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.

TENNESSEE JET 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $40 • livefromthedivide.com A one-man band, playing shows full of fuzz guitar, primal percussion, and songs that split the difference between country and raw rock & roll.

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!

THE BO SHOW 9pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com Local live music.

UNDER THE BLEACHERS 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Helena rock band offers a sweeping catalog of class and modern rock.

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, JUN. 2

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.

MONTANA’S LARGEST RV & BOAT SHOW 10am-6pm • Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show • FREE • All Ages • 253-973-0122 • www.bretzrv.com Join Bretz RV & Marine at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Bozeman for Montana’s Largest RV & Boat Show!

MONSTERS OF DESTRUCTION noon • Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black, Bozeman • $30 for adults, $10 for kids under 12 • All Ages • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Everyone’s favorite monster trucks are coming back to Bozeman Monster trucks, tuff trucks and side by sides are taking on the MOD monster truck track in a heated battle to see who’s TOUGHEST in Montana. Plus, you get to ride in a real life monster truck!

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!

YELLOWSTONE BALLET COMPANY: PINOCCHIO 4:30pm • Willson Auditorium, 404 W. Main St., Bozeman • $29-78, child free with adult purchase • (406) 522-6000 Pinocchio, the classic tale of a wooden puppet who yearns to be a real boy, leaps into the 21st century.

KITCHEN DWELLERS 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $51 • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com The ascending Montana quartet continues to redefine the boundaries of bluegrass, folk, and rock, at Pine Creek for 3 nights!

RAINEZRA 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admissions • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Portland-based R&B artist “Rainezra”.

MONDAY, JUN. 3

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.

WILLIAM ELLIOT WHITMORE 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $35 • livefromthedivide.com A man armed only with a banjo and a bass drum can be a formidable force, especially if his name is William Elliott Whitmore.

TUESDAY, JUN. 4

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.

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.

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.

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.

DJANGO JAZZ 6-8pm • Valhalla Meadery, 875 Bridger Drive Unit B, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4065772383 • gmail.com Join us for Jazz and Vintage Swing Dancing.

FREE FINANCIAL SKILL BUILDING CLASS 6-8:30pm • Online - Zoom • Free • All Ages • 406-532-4663 • homeword.org Homeword’s Financial Skill Building class provides you with essential money management skills to help you navigate your complex financial world. Online; Register at https://homeword. org/financial-skills/.

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, JUN. 5

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.

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.

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!