Bozeman Magazine September 2024

6 / LETTER TO EDITOR CALL OFF THE DOGS - A SWEENEY

10 / VISUAL ARTS COVER SHOT - ELLA KUZYK

12 / GV REAL ESTATE BELGRADE RE MARKET REPORT - T FORD

14 / FOOD & DRINKS

BITTERROOT BISTRO - A RIPPLE

BAR BEAT - GREY DOG BAR- S JONES

22 / MONTANA MUSIC

METAL IN THE MOUNTAINS 2 - B HURLBUT

BOZEMAN SYMPHONYS 57TH SEASON - P STEBBINS

710 ASHBURY - B RIPPLE

26 / STAGE & SCREEN STORIES OF THE LAND - K BRUSTUEN

30 / LIVING LOCAL

TAKING ON SEPTEMBER THE BOBCAT WAY - J CAIROLI

SILENT AND ALPHA GENERATIONS - K WALCHECK

HISTORY OF HAWTHORNE SCHOOL - V LYONS

BOZEMAN’S FULL SERVICE GAS STATIONS - R PHILLIPS

25 / SUN SIGN HOROSCOPE BLACK ROSE SPIRITUAL CENTER - DR NIKKI

40 / REC & HEALTH

TROUT AND SALMONID LECTURE - J BERG

YELLOWSTONE PARK BOUNDARIES - S MCGANN

TOP 10 TRIVIA NIGHTS - S HOLMES

50 / GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR - SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE WWW.BOZEMANMAGAZINE.COM/EVENTS

CALL OFF THE DOGS

As I drive around town and see one after another, of these vapid five-story box buildings taking over neighborhoods of diverse hand-crafted homes, I notice the signs for the design build firms that are responsible. A quick google shows that a majority are national firms working in a dozen cities, all of them larger than Bozeman. My gut reaction has always been that they’re just here to make money off us. I don’t mind change in itself, but it feels like the change in Bozeman in the last 10 years or so has been much more than just an increase in the number of people coming to live here. The change feels extractive. We are being diminished by it.

A year ago I had no idea about city zoning, building codes, or density. I had no idea that the word “walkable” is a synonym for high-density, or that there was even such a thing as Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). And I had no idea what any of this meant for my neighborhood. Then, on September 17th 2023 my neighbor sent me a text message. The city was proposing to allow eight-unit apartment buildings on any lot in town! I actually emailed someone in my neighborhood who works for the city, asking if this was real, because it sounds bonkers, and I didn’t want to overreact if it wasn’t true. As we now know, it was true, and it is bonkers.

An acute mobilization of residents opposed to this change resulted in the city pausing the rewrite of the Unified Development Code (UDC) last fall. What followed has been a rollercoaster of gaslighting by people calling themselves “pro-housing advocates.” Their insidious narrative has been that our zoning and building codes are to blame for housing being so expensive. They cite “privileged enclaves” of single-family zoning as the reason we can’t build more housing. And they manipulate us by playing on our collective values of sustainability, welcoming people to our community, and preventing sprawl. They pit renters and homeowners against each other, in a false dichotomy.

YOU KNOW WHO’S LOVING THIS?

Professor Patrick Condon of the University of British Columbia calls them,“the hungry dogs of land price speculation.” Institutional developers, basically, and they are hard at work in our community, and laughing all the way to the bank.

I don’t have space to unpack all of the falsehoods asserted by the “pro-housing” cohort, but what I will say is that it isn’t our zoning and building codes that are creating the affordability problem. Only 13% of Bozeman’s land area is zoned R-1 for single-family homes. The rest is zoned for higher density. Additionally, our code actually allows for a diverse range of housing types in R-1 including converting to a duplex, building an ADU,

cottage housing, manufactured homes, and group living.

Our current development code allows for much taller construction than many people realize. Did you know you can actually build three stories everywhere in town? Did you also know that a ton of single-family homes exist in areas zoned for much higher density, like this home pictured below that is actually zoned R-4? Exhibit 2 from the Better Bozeman Coalition’s Neighborhood Friendly Unified Development Code report shows current height limits allowed in the code, proposed height limits in the new update, and what extra height is awarded through the affordable housing ordinance.

There is no limit to the number of

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dwelling units allowed in R-4, so a developer could assemble a few parcels, tear down the existing homes (many of which are rented relatively affordably) and build these megabox-buildings with a hundred units in an existing neighborhood. This makes the price of those lots increase far beyond what the existing home is worth, because the money to be made from redevelopment is there for the taking.

If a developer agrees to provide five units of affordable housing for every 100, they get to build one to two stories taller. If half the units are made affordable, in some areas they get to build four stories taller! You end up with something like this approved development coming soon to N. 8th and W. Mendenhall. In this building we get five units of affordable housing.

forma. There is actually a Department of Justice investigation into the use of these algorithms.

Our current code is actually so liberal that we don’t have any reasonable incentives to give developers in exchange for affordable housing. We are giving away far too much development potential and density byright — and it’s making the land even more expensive. Cambridge, Massachusetts gives five additional feet of height in their affordable housing overlay, not multiple stories. This increased land price is why we’re not seeing local developers building townhomes and other more sensible infill projects.

This month, when the City Commission begins the UDC rewrite process again on September 17th (a date that feels personally profound) we need to be ready to ask them to call off the dogs! We have the power to enact policies that will decrease the rate of land price inflation, not exacerbate it. We can create a regulatory landscape that is friendlier to our local small-scale incremental developers rather than these extractive housing-as-investment type projects. And we can plan our city, neighborhood by neighborhood, so we can reduce displacement and gentrification that comes from redevelopment.

I will admit to being swayed for a time that these types of buildings were going to be necessary to meet our housing needs, and that we were just going to need to manage where they are allowed to be built. What I now realize is that not only are they destroying existing neighborhoods, they are actually part of the problem of land price inflation! And they actually can’t be built in areas with private covenants. So, it’s the central and historic neighborhoods that will be steamrolled in order to realize this new wave of manifest density.

The real product of these buildings is the financing, not the housing! Remember the REIT’s I mentioned earlier? These types of buildings require lots of zeros in their financing, and since they need to provide a return on investment to shareholders, they will extract maximum profit as quickly as possible. They are sold to owners as a line item in a portfolio. Leasing agents employ algorithms to set rents, which always go up, never down, because a certain number of vacancies are built into the financial pro-

We require the wherewithal to realize when we’re being gaslighted, and the will to do something about it. I know Bozeman’s got both. Join us in our work at the BBC. A

Alison Sweeney

Sixth generation Bozemanite Vice Chair of the Better Bozeman Coalition (BBC)

NEVER STOP LEARNING

Welcome to the September issue of Bozeman Magazine, where we have collected an armful of local content created by contributing writers, mostly based on a back-to-school theme. In each issue, we include at least one historical article looking at Bozeman’s past, and we feature content about future events so you have time to learn about them and decide to be a part of them.

This month I am grateful for the education I acquired at Montana State University, culminating in a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with an emphasis in graphic design in 2002. I worked my way through seven years of college since I believed a degree would give me the ability to get a better job than I could get without one. I wasn’t all wrong, but I never did get a professional job in the field of study I chose — I had to create one.

My MSU class was the first to graduate after 9/11; eight months after the World Trade Center Towers collapsed the world was still reeling and recovering, the job market was scarce, and the future was foggy. Before finishing college, I took a year off from school to reprioritize and ask myself what I wanted. That year, my mother during a fairly routine surgery passed away suddenly while having her gallbladder removed. I was 21; she was 44. I decided I wanted to finish my education and receive a degree in art. A lot of other personal desires were moved aside to make room for grief.

The best thing we can do to honor our loved ones is to keep on going, to create new goals for ourselves that we may not think we can reach without the support we’ve lost. Yet the support never leaves us if we take the time to notice it; the energy our loved ones gave us in real life continues in us as we choose to keep living.

All this to say we’ve got four more months of this year to create, to be a part of events that excite us, to clear the fog from our lives, and to keep on living. I sincerely hope that something within our pages lights a fire for you to push aside what has been keeping you down and encourages you to pick yourself up, get out, and enjoy your life.

Thank you for reading! R

Seventeen years ago, Angie Ripple decided to begin publishing a local monthly magazine. She and her husband have been creating it together ever since.

B ZEMAN MAGAZINE

SEPTEMBER 2024 - VOLUME 18.4

PUBLISHER CASEN CREATIVE

SALES MANAGER, EDITOR ANGIE RIPPLE

PRODUCTION MANAGER, MUSIC EDITOR BRIAN RIPPLE

COVER ARTIST ELLA KUZYK / HEADER PAGES 8+10: ROBERT ROYHL

PHOTOGRAPHY GALLATIN HISTORY MUSEUM, BRIAN RIPPLE, STEVE MCGANN

LETTER TO EDITOR ALISON SWEENEY

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GV REAL ESTATE TIM FORD

FOOD & DRINKS SYDNEY JONES, ANGIE RIPPLE

MONTANA MUSIC BRIAN RIPPLE, PEGGY STEBBINS,, BRIAN HURLBUT

STAGE & SCREEN KEVIN BRUSTUEN

LIVING LOCAL RACHEL PHILLIPS, KEN WALCHECK, VICKY LYONS

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Angie Ripple

ANGIE RIPPLE - PUBLISHER

Angie makes Bozeman Magazine happen all while wrangling her three children and adventuring with her husband and living the dream.

NIKKI JUDGE - HOROSCOPE

Nikki is a spiritual counselor and life coach who is happily serving those who have chosen a solo spiritual path.

KEN THORSEN - MT MUSIC

An avid music lover and freelance photographer with three children. Ken or ‘Kenny T’ has been a KGLT disk jock for over twenty years.

STEVE McGANN - RECREATION

Steve McGann has lived in Bozeman since the 1970s. Now retired, he is trying to finally use his history degrees. Or he is in the hills.

CRYSTAL ALEGRIA - HISTORY

Crystal Alegria is the Director of The Extreme History Project.

SIERRA HOLMES - DINING

Sierra Holmes graduated from Montana State with a degree in English this spring and is interning for Bozeman Magazine over the summer.

BRIAN RIPPLE - PUBLISHER

Brian enjoys camping with friends and family, and running sound for live events and bands. He’s an artist, dog lover, and music editor of this magazine.

KEVIN BRUSTUEN - SCREEN & STAGE

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

SYDNEY JONES - BAR BEAT

As a native Montanan, Sydney enjoys exploring the outdoors with her dog Mae. She is an aspiring writer with a love of art, animals, and adventure.

TIM FORD - REAL ESTATE

Tim Ford is a Broker / Realtor® with Bozeman Broker Real Estate in Bozeman Montana.

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.

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

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.

MUSIC ON MAIN

ELLA KUZYK COVER SHOT

Ella Kuzyk has been making art from the moment she could jam her baby hands into a jar of paint, but started getting more focused once she moved to Bozeman, where she has found the most wonderful and supportive community to start putting her art into the world in a more meaningful way.

Ella’s art is in the experience and process, blending the memory, imagination, and place together. The landscape form remains mostly intact, while vibrant colors breathe joy and life into her work. Often, she will start a painting en plein air, or will create sketches to work from back in the studio. “When I’m painting, I usually start drawing based off reference, and then let loose with the colors, allowing my experience of the place to shine through.”

This gives her art a bit of a psychedelic edge and a unique sense of fluidity.

“We see the world through the eyes of imperfect beings.

We all perceive wavelength and color differently, register different frequencies of sound, interpret life and emotion in the context of our own experiences.

Each person is home to an entirely unique universe of their own. I’m so happy to share some of mine with you.”

In her free time, Ella loves to run, ski and bike… a bit of everything to inspire her artwork. She graduated from MSU last fall, and spent the first half of 2024 at an artist’s residency in Argentina. You can follow along with her adventures on Instagram @January.dreaming. For inquiries, commissions and murals, visit ellakuzykcreative.com E

BELGRADE REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT

While this article often focuses on the Bozeman market, the community of Belgrade is an integral part of the Gallatin Valley. Therefore, this month, we will take a look at how the real estate market is faring in Belgrade.

From January 1st through August 1st of this year, 138 single family homes sold in Belgrade at a median sold price of $583,500. This is remarkably similar to the same time period of last year, when 134 single family homes sold in Belgrade at a median sold price of $586,500. Those numbers are down just slightly from 2022, when 168 single family homes sold during the same period at a median sold price of $599,500. Looking back at the first seven months of 2021, 192 single family homes sold at a median sold price of $508,000. Previously, in 2020 and 2019, the numbers were 239 sales at a median sold price of $359,000, and 234 sales at a median sold price of $335,500, respectively.

Looking at condo and townhouse sales, from 2019 to 2020, the number of sales nearly doubled from 57 units in 2019 to 104 in the first seven months of 2020. Accounting for much of that increase was new construction, with 70 of the 104 units being new builds. In 2021, 82 condos and townhouses sold during the same time period. In 2022, 59 units sold through the first of August. Sales volume rose slightly both last year and this year, with 65 sales in 2023 and 73 so far this year.

Median sold pricing for condos and townhouse sales in Belgrade has followed the single-family home sales trend. It’s down

just slightly at $467,000, versus $468,900 last year. Looking back to the pandemic years, median sold pricing rose nearly 19%, from $283,000 in 2020 to $336,000 in 2021. It then rose another 20.8% to $406,000 in 2022. Last year’s rise to $468,900 represented a 15% increase in median sold pricing.

After tapering for a few years, the number of new construction single family homes sold via the MLS in Belgrade has bumped back up. New construction homes in Belgrade hit a high in 2020, when 96 new construction single family homes sold in Belgrade in the first seven months. That was up from 65 new construction homes sold during the first seven months of 2019. In 2021, only 33 of the 192 single family home sales posted on MLS were newly constructed. In 2022 and 2023, the trend continued, with the first seven months of each respective year seeing 23 of 168 homes and 11 of 134 homes being newly constructed. This year it ticked back up, with 28 of the 138 homes sold on the MLS being newly built.

Looking at sales of new construction condos and townhouses, the numbers had been declining for a few years, but were also up slightly the last couple of years. In the first seven months of 2019, 31 of the 57 condo & townhouse sales were new construction. From January 1st through August 1st of 2020, 70 of the 105 units sold were new construction. During that period of 2021, only 20 of the 82 units were newly constructed, and in 2022, only 11 of the 59 units sold were new builds. The number was back up last year, with 33 of the 65 units sold being

new construction. This year, its down slightly but still well above 2022, with 26 of the 73 condos and townhouses sold via MLS being new construction units. Many new construction homes sell directly from builder to buyer, without being posted on MLS, so that could account for some of the differences.

Median days on market for the singlefamily home sales remains short but is up slightly from previous lows. After remaining essentially constant from 2019 to 2020, when it was at 26 and 25 days respectively, the median days on market dropped in 2021 to 5 days, where it remained at this time in 2022. Last year, it was still well below 2020, but did rise to 13 days on market. This year, it crept up again slightly, to 17 days.

As usual, I have included data for the number of single-family homes sold in Bozeman during the first seven months of 2024. In addition to the 372 homes sold during this time period, another 108 home sales are currently pending, or are under contract, as of this writing. This compares to 96 home sales pending at this time last year.

The included data reflects sales of homes in the greater Bozeman area, including Four Corners, Gallatin Gateway, Bridger Canyon, and within Bozeman city limits. The data includes home sales reported through the local Big Sky Country MLS, and does not include private party sales, condominiums, or townhouses. Z

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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Bitterroot Bistro is a new neighborhood restaurant [19 S Willson Ave.] operated by a seasoned local ownership trio which truly cares about work-life balance and top-notch service. There is no out-of-state owner checking in, the entire team has boots on the ground every day, ensuring excellent food and service. It’s all about creativity and sustainability here, and their passion shines through in every dish. I spoke with Josh Browne, Colten Croskey, and Lisa Ellison, plus Chef Gabriel Lopez, to get the full story of how Bitterroot Bistro came to be, and how they fit into the Bozeman food scene.

ANGIE RIPPLE: How was Bitterroot Bistro conceptualized?

JOSH BROWNE: We wanted to do a restaurant that focused on as many local ingredients as we can, being in Montana.

Obviously, that’s a focus mainly on proteins, with seasonal vegetables whenever they’re available. We like having our dishes be full dishes that are composed rather than à la carte items, so we’re looking for large portions, somewhat simple food that’s very tasty and done correctly.

We’ve just been looking for as many homemade items as possible. Everything’s made in-house and we want to keep it highquality food that’s just done well.

ANGIE RIPPLE: What would you like people

to experience when they walk through your doors?

CHEF GABRIEL LOPEZ: I would say that at Bitterroot Bistro we’re trying to provide a friendly neighborhood restaurant with exceptional food. Our demographic being anyone and everyone, you can come in dressed to the nines for an anniversary, or walk in off the street in your shorts and flip flops and get a burger. We’re just trying to provide that excellent service and quality of food without there being any kind of dress code, or making it inaccessible to anyone in the diverse community we have in Bozeman. We have a nice cozy dining room that’s pretty intimate — just under 30 seats keeps things very close-knit.

ANGIE RIPPLE: What makes Bitterroot Bistro unique in the Bozeman food scene?

CHEF GABRIEL LOPEZ: I think part of what sets us apart from a lot of the restaurants downtown, first and foremost, is that none of our menu is à la carte. We like to say that we serve full meals, with sides and everything. We do everything that we can to try to source local ingredients and make whatever we can from scratch, as well as cross-utilizing, and minimizing food waste. I feel that, on a lot of the menus downtown you don’t necessarily see any kind of repeat ingredient throughout the menu. What we try to do here is minimize the food that we’re bringing

in, maximize how we’re using that, and be creative with that, just so we can avoid excess food waste.

ANGIE RIPPLE: What menu item do regulars keep coming back for?

CHEF GABRIEL LOPEZ: I’d say our trout dish has been far and away our most popular. That’s served over a sweet potato mash, and basted with sage brown butter. It’s not every day that you see a different kind of trout dish. It’s something we conceptualized and created here, and it is far and away our most popular. Besides that, our pork chop that we do a 48-hour brine on is something that people repeatedly keep coming back for. We also make a tartare with Montana beef that we source locally. And a newer menu addition that wasn’t there when we opened is our hand-folded pasties that we make every day in-house with Montana beef. That’s a Buttestyle pastie that you don’t really see around anywhere.

ANGIE RIPPLE: What is your favorite menu item?

CHEF GABRIEL LOPEZ: I would say the trout is absolutely partial to me. I love that dish and how all the flavors come together. Growing up eating trout, I think it’s a nice way to see something that is a part of a lot of people’s lives in Montana be showcased in a way that really does it justice.

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JOSH BROWNE: I’ve always been a big steak person, so I gotta say, the ribeye with the demi-glace and mashed potatoes and the compound butter that we’re throwing on top of that makes it the best steak I’ve had in town, by far.

COLTEN CROSKEY: For me, it’s the bison tartare; our portion size, and just how rich it can be is honestly just my Kryptonite.

LISA ELLISON: My favorite is the mac and cheese. It has very, very many cheeses. I don’t honestly know what’s in it, but it’s amazing, and very hearty and great to share, if you can. (It’s a three-cheese sauce made with a bechamel, and baked with breadcrumbs and bacon.)

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

CHEF GABRIEL LOPEZ: I went to high school here and I’ve been cooking in Bozeman since I graduated, about ten years ago, I just really like being part of the diverse and very full-ofenergy community in Bozeman.

I’ve worked at all kinds of restaurants all over town, and I just love to see that Bozeman is a great community. There’s a wealth of people that appreciate really good food and they’re constantly trying to seek that out. It’s really nice to be a part of a community that goes out and supports other local businesses, as well as see them come into our establishment and support us.

COLTON CROSKEY: I was born and raised in Bozeman, too. I’ve worked in the restaurant business for the past 20 years and, honestly,

the thing I really love about the community is just seeing how far the Bozeman food scene has grown and, to Gabriel’s point, a lot of the restaurants are working together. There’s an assumption that we are working against each other, but honestly, we’re all working together to basically make Bozeman just a better place to eat.

I’m proud of Bozeman for what it is, how far it’s come, where it’s going… and I think a big part of that is just the fact that everyone has a really awesome heart for this. They care about it, and want everyone else to succeed. And that’s been fun to watch through the years.

ANGIE RIPPLE: Is there anything coming up that you’d like readers to know about?

JOSH BROWNE: We are participating in the Warrior Taste Fest on September 6th at the Commons on Baxter. It’s a great community charity event that a lot of restaurants participate in to raise money for Warriors and Quiet Waters, so we’re really excited to be featured there this year.

We just had our first private restaurant rent out, and that went very, very well, so that’s something fun that we offer for the community. Having an intimate space where people can rent out a whole restaurant and bring those they’re close with into is a fun thing to offer.

We have two different happy hours. We do a three o’clock to four o’clock and

a nine o’clock to ten o’clock. We have our pasties on our happy hour menu… those are by far one of the most delicious things ever with the brown gravy you can dip them in. We also have a smaller portion of our bison tartare, so you can come in and try that.

CHEF GABRIEL LOPEZ: And our new menu items. We’ll be changing our menu to more of a fall-winter menu, kind of just in line with whatever ingredients are available for the season as we close out summer.

A lot of our proteins will stay the same, and people can definitely expect the cassoulet that we make in-house to be back— essentially, a French stew with braised local Montana lamb and white beans, baked with breadcrumbs. I think we’ll have a great opportunity to bring in a lot of local Montana produce this coming season and showcase that in a really nice way.

Bitterroot Bistro isn’t just another restaurant—it’s a vibrant, locally-owned gem dedicated to exceptional food, creative culinary experiences, and sustainable practices. The team’s hands-on approach ensures that every meal is a testament to their passion and commitment to the Bozeman community. Dive into a dining experience where local flavors and heartfelt service come together in perfect harmony at Bitterroot Bistro. A

Angie Ripple is co-creator of Bozeman Magazine, and is often hungry.

FOOD STYLE

Food Style: Montana food, moderately priced, simple meals

DRINKS

Beer, Wine, NA

Wed-Sun 11am-3pm, 4pm-10p VIBE

A modest, cozy, casual setting

Hosting a good atmosphere, excellent patrons, and incredible musicians, Grey Dog Bar came into town and swept away the competition. This bar quickly established itself as the energetic downtown Bozeman place to see, and be seen. Although fairly new to the area, having only opened in 2023, this bar is talked about nonstop by locals and tourists alike. It’s a must stop on your way, no matter what you are in search of, be it great music or a new experience.

Although the music takes center stage at Grey Dog Bar, the bartenders are not to be forgotten – they take the downtown Bozeman experience to the next level. With impressive musical backgrounds and awesome conversations, they encourage a seamless flow of the space from one end to the other, pool table to foosball, stage to seating. Open Tuesdays-Saturdays from 6:30 to close, Grey Dog and its bartenders are made for the downtown vibe, either as a stop during a night out or as the final destination.

TANGO TUESDAYS - With various nightly themes, Grey Dog Bar starts the week off strong on Tuesdays. Offering free dance lessons from 7-8 p.m., this is followed up with open dancing from 8-close. Instructors cross-step through the bar, teaching guests to Tango, or tighten their steps. Once everyone falls into the basic rhythm, they stick around for some fun and creative moves, encouraging everyone to vibe with the music. Guests enjoy learning something new alongside other patrons of various skills, as those who are more experienced never seem to step away from those in need of a little support, instead offering a helping hand. With the option of partner swapping, you can choose between a one-on-one date night out or embrace the opportunity to meet new dancing friends. The Tuesday night atmosphere is fun, full of smiles, and certain to be a learning experience.

OPEN NIGHT WEDNESDAYS - Kick off a midweek party with open jams on Wednesdays at 34 N. Bozeman Ave. During this time, talents of all types mingle on stage and rock out together. This unique experience

Sydney Jones

is unmatched. Watching as the musicians find a way to an incredibly fun beat with ease is not only encouraging, but inspirational. Singers belt out a funky new song that matches whatever melody those on instruments have created on the spot. Watching a new melody come together in this way warrants a new appreciation for music and just how talented the Bozeman locals really are. As musicians come and go, taking the time to share their story through song, those listening get to sit back and enjoy the passion and dedication that these musicians graciously share with others.

KARAOKE THURSDAYS - After a funky and fun packed evening at Music on Main, you may find yourself looking to get in on the musicality. Luckily, Thursdays starting at 7 p.m., karaoke night at Grey Dog awaits. This night is all about laughs with friends and cheers of encouragement. The atmosphere is so inviting that with the help of a few drinks, even the least likely singer may find themselves stepping on stage for a chance at the spotlight. If you’re lucky, you may

spot one of the bands from Music on Main out at Grey Dog after the event, either as a musical guest, or just to grab a drink and enjoy some karaoke time.

FRIDAY JAMS - On Fridays, real night life begins. The lights strung up throughout the bar flash between various colors that correspond with the stage lights, shining upon whatever band is playing for the night. With an array of talented artists having played at Grey Dog, the back wall rapidly fills up with an eclectic collection of creative posters, both local and non, small bands and growing groups. Here, ensembles of any size feel welcomed and celebrated as they take the front stage and rock out to guests and those passing by the windowed walls of the bar.

SATURDAY SURPRISE - Saturdays follow up Friday strong, bringing an end to the Grey Dog weekend with a bang. Frequently featuring Latin Night with DJ Big Lou on Saturdays, Grey Dog permits free entry,

as long as you’re in by 9 pm. Any later, and a cover may apply. Fortunately, the drink specials make up for any entrance fee, and the bartenders know how to make them delicious, and serve them quickly. Whipping up drinks like Moscow mules, pouring local beers on tap, or even just cracking open a cold can, they serve fast and professionally, all with a friendly smile. Additional Saturday themes include a Ladies’ Night, a live DJ, and other opportunities for a fresh take on a typical downtown Bozeman Saturday night.

Despite the musical focus, Grey Dog isn’t exclusive. The bar offers a quieter space in the back, with a pool table, merchandise, a popcorn machine, and bar seating. Here, the music can still be enjoyed, but at a slightly lower level, allowing conversations to continue and games to be played. A foosball

table travels about the bar, challenging those who are ready to play one on one with a friend. The merchandise for sale boasts the bold slogan “Beware of Dog” in cool neutral colors. They also offer hats and shirts with the simple but identifiable Grey Dog logo.

The inclusion of Grey Dog Bar just makes sense for downtown Bozeman. It filled a void, allowing good quality music to pair with an inviting atmosphere. It blends in seamlessly with the walking vibes of Main street, but stands out with its loud jams and bright light, pulling people just a half a block away into a unique experience for the evening. Since opening its doors last year, it’s clear Grey Dog has established itself as a jam band bar. With improvs flowing, guests can’t help but get up, dance, and enjoy the music. S

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.

METAL IN THE MOUNTAINS

Arts Council of Big Sky

Please join us for our bonus off-shoot of Music in the Mountains, Metal in the Mountains on September 12th at Len Hill Park (285 Simkins Drive, Big Sky, MT) from 610pm. This event is Free for all ages! The first Metal in the Mountains debuted last year and was a huge success! Metal in the Mountains is back this year with local legends Scavenger opening for none other than Metallica Tribute band Blistered Earth.

Blistered Earth

Formed in December of 2009, Blistered Earth is the best Metallica tribute band on the planet (we checked!). Playing classic songs ranging from 1983’s “Kill Em’ All”, to 1991’s self-titled “Metallica” this tribute pays it’s respects to one of the greatest heavy metal bands of all time with the raw energy, showmanship, look and song selections that die-hard Metallica fans want to see and hear, they are the ultimate tribute to Metallica.

SCAVENGER

Scavenger

Over 10 years ago Scavenger played their first show at the Broken Spoke Bar in Big Sky. The riff-heavy metal band has played more than 150 shows since then at venues around Montana and beyond, showcasing their original material. Their first album, Cliff Manor, was released in 2018, and the quartet released their second album Feral last year. The band members—which include Timmy Bowers on drums/vocals, Ben Blodgett on bass/ vocals, Joey Mathis on guitar, and Brent Philippi on guitar/vocals—have been part of the Big Sky community for decades. M

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BOZEMAN SYMPHONY’S 57TH SEASON

Bozeman, Mont. – The Bozeman Symphony kicks off its 2024-25 concert season, a celebration of Music that Moves Us, with one of the biggest works in classical music, Rachmaninoff’s Third Piano Concerto featuring rising star Vijay Venkatesh on piano.

“Rachmaninoff’s Third Piano Concerto is a staple in the repertoire for the orchestra and especially the pianist. Seeing this concerto performed live is special because of the athleticism it takes for our soloist to play this concerto,” said Bozeman Symphony Music Director Norman Huynh. My favorite quality about Rachmaninoff’s music is his ability to write lush melodies that elicit strong emotional reactions from the listener – a Russian tradition solidified by Pyotr Tchaikovsky.”

Venkatesh has performed extensively in North America and Europe as a soloist with numerous symphony orchestras. Hailed by reviewers for his “dazzling pianism verging on the impossible, effortless technical command and authority with a sense of poetry and refinement that belies his years,” Indian-American pianist Venkatesh has been recognized on three continents as a pianist with profound, sparkling musicianship and an innate sense of partnership.

The opening concert also includes the performance of John Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine which will showcase the orchestra running

the gantlet through a rhythmic tunnel. The concert will conclude with the orchestra performing Richard Strauss’ most popular tone poem, Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks, a musical depiction that chronicles the misadventures and pranks of a German peasant folk hero as the music follows his hijinks throughout the countryside.

“After the intermission, it’s the orchestra’s turn to showcase our technical prowess,” Huynh said. “John Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine uses driving rhythms and a pulse that will give you the feeling of riding in a fast vehicle.”

“One of the first pieces I learned in conducting school was Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks,” stated Huynh. “This piece is full of twists and turns for the conductor and orchestra. Richard Strauss, the master of Tone Poems, gives us a masterpiece in orchestration and storytelling through music. He writes perfectly for the orchestra, and I cannot wait to share this piece with the Bozeman Community!”

Performances are Saturday, Sept. 21, at 7:30 pm and Sunday, Sept. 22, at 2:30 pm at the Willson Auditorium, 404 West Main Street in downtown Bozeman. These performances would not be possible without the support of sponsors Cal & Tricia DeSouza, Donald B. Gimbel, Gary Kunis & Connie Wong, and David & Kippy Sands. D

710 AshburyWhere the Dead Live

The Grateful Dead was an American rock band formed in 1965 in Palo Alto, California, known for their eclectic style that fused elements of rock, blues, jazz, folk, country, bluegrass, rock and roll, gospel, reggae, and world music with psychedelia. The band is famous for improvisation during their live performances, and attracted a devoted fan base, known as “Deadheads.” According to the musician and writer Lenny Kaye, the music of the Grateful Dead “touches on ground that most other groups don’t even know exists.” For the range of their influences and the structure of their live performances, the Grateful Dead are considered “the pioneering godfathers of the jam band world”.

Their live shows, fed by an improvisational approach to music, were different from most touring bands. While rock and roll bands often rehearse a standard set, played with minor variations, the Grateful Dead did not prepare in this way. Garcia stated in a 1966 interview, “We don’t make up our sets beforehand. We’d rather work off the tops of our heads than off a piece of paper.” They maintained this approach throughout their career. For each performance, the

band drew material from an active list of a hundred or so songs.

As the band and its sound matured over thirty years of touring, playing, and recording, each member’s stylistic contribution became more defined, consistent, and identifiable. Garcia’s lead lines were fluid, supple and spare, owing a great deal of their character to his experience playing Scruggs style banjo, an approach which often makes use of note syncopation, accenting, arpeggios, staccato chromatic runs, and the anticipation of the downbeat. - wikipedia

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710 ASHBURY is a 4-piece band from Helena, Montana committed to preserving the legacy of the Grateful Dead. The members of 710 are all long standing musicians in the Helena music scene and are all committed to improvisational music. We all know there is nothing like a Grateful Dead concert but we can capture the enthusiasm and spirit…and we’ll keep working on it until we get it

On guitar is John Chart. A deadhead since his early teens Chart has been enthralled by Garcia’s style for years. He is forever in search of THAT tone that typifies the Garcia sound. It’s been a life-long dream to find the right personel to put together a

Grateful Dead cover band...then along came the guys in 710. Chart can’t play like Garcia and he’s not willing to cut off a finger to see if that would help...but his playing will make you think of Garcia and hopefully put a smile on your face.

Eric McEwen is taking over the hot seat at the keys. Eric is a Helena native that has recently returned from a stint on the east coast. Eric is a DeadHead, a masterful keyboard player and well versed in the Jam Band scene. His own project, Skyfoot, has released 4 albums and toured extensively throughout New England. Helena is very pleased to have him back and 710 is very happy he’s joined the group.

Chris Heisel plays bass. Chris performs in many groups in Helena for obvious reasons…the man can play! Over our many years together, Chris has immersed himself in The Grateful Dead and knows Lesh’s playing quite well. He loves the challenge of taking on Lesh’s role in these tunes but sorry folks he just won’t play with a pick!

Tim Borsberry is on drums. Tim has played drums around Helena for years. This is his first venture into the Grateful Dead world, but Tim has enthusiastically jumped right into the deep end of the pool. He’s enjoying the music and the challenge of holding down a job normally occupied by 2 drummers...and doing one helluva job of it.

710 Ashbury would like to formally invite you to join them in a proper test of the limits of The ‘World Famous’ Filling Station on Saturday, September 28th. Ripple Sound & WE-5 Lighting will both be on hand to help make your senses have the feel goods with their production. Pre-sale tickets are currently on sale now at: www.events. sellout.io/Another-Evening-with-710-ASHBURY Tickets will also be available at the door with a slightly increased day of show price. G

SUN SIGN HOROSCOPE

SEPTEMBER 2024

ARIES: Your social activities are still on go-go-go. Libra hosts Venus while Gemini plays host to Jupiter creating an interesting aspect bringing lots of new social connections for you. Take the break from all the hubbub with the Lunar Eclipse on the 17th.

TAURUS: The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces is sure to bring things involving friends or business associates. Bond with children early in the month(2nd) and be willing to have some laughs. Is it time for you to provide snacks, or buy the pizza. Be generous in winning.

GEMINI: The 16th provides the perfect time for you and your sweetheart to get away for a few days for some much needed private bonding time. This is another month of fiscal increase for you – the Labor Day holiday has you relaxing in the sun.

CANCER: Go ahead and step up to volunteer to host the Labor Day get-together with family close by and invite the neighbors, too. Negotiations for contracts or housing are best conducted once Mercury moves into Virgo on the 9th. Best days: 2nd and 13th.

LEO: Uranus goes Retrograde on the 1st in Taurus heralding a month where you are going to need to stay flexible and go with the flow for success. Talk to the boss about a charity idea to help locals that are in need. You may get a donation to get you started.

VIRGO: Make it all about the teamwork and you’ll be seeing your way into hero status before the end of the month. The Virgo New Moon on the 2nd makes it a great day for shopping for hearth and home. Single Virgos should plan an evening out on the 13th.

LIBRA: You have a tale of two emphases. The first couple of weeks favors home, hearth, and family and matters thereto. Keep Labor Day to people who really are important to you. Let someone else do the hosting. The last half of the month is all business.

SCORPIO: There’s plenty of family energy when your 5th house (children/romance) is lit up by the stars. Your relationships with family, friends or lovers are center focus on the 2nd and 13th. The 15th is great for family game night or dinner and a movie.

SAGITTARIUS: It is all about career this month. Try to spend time with family and friends when you can, but this is that month to dig in. Bosses are watching and you want to represent with your very best in the workplace. The 2nd is all about family and food.

CAPRICORN: If you must shop for a loved one, do it before the 15th as otherwise unintentional overspending is in the offing. Start making plans now to spend end of year holidays with family far away. Uranus’ retrograde highlights children and lovers.

AQUARIUS: After the 2nd is the best time to talk with your financial advisor to confirm strategies going forward. With the changes in your charts it is time to focus on long range financial goals at this time. Take advantage of a high credit rating for sales.

PISCES: Energy reserves may be a little low this month so it’s a good time for your to take things one at a time. The New Moon on Labor Day in Virgo has you rethinking a previous romantic connection. Travel with your partner is favored, especially on the 13th.

STORIES OF THE LAND

The land, the earth and sky. Spending my younger years on a farm growing wheat and hay, and raising cattle in a pasture with a lazy creek running through the middle, it seemed like there was nothing more healthy and comfortable than the smell of wheat, cattle, grassland, and a meandering creek. So it was more than a touch of “home” to see the wheatfield growing this summer in Bozeman on the Tinworks Art plot tucked in between North Ida Street and the old Misco Grain Elevator, now an art gallery, on Bozeman’s Northside.

This wheatfield – which is actually an art installation by Agnes Denes – is the vanguard of Tinworks Art’s 2024 exhibition The Lay of the Land, in which six renowned artists create art installations that reflect upon the land of the American West, connecting their insights to the larger community of those interested in better understanding this land. Agnes Denes’ work is entitled The Seed is in the Ground, and indeed it is – and is now – even as you read this article, ready to be harvested.

In addition to Agnes Denes, participants include James Castle, who documented his family’s early 20th Century farm buildings with elegantly simple drawings using his fireplace soot-based ink on the back of everyday shipping cartons and cereal boxes; Lucy Raven’s installation examines the forces of pressure, industry, and earth transformations that mark the Southwest and Mountain West landscapes of America; Robbie Wing uses discarded railroad ties to capture the distant sounds of trains across the distant prairies, and, through his camera, Stephen Shore reveals subtleties in the liminal spaces where the natural world meets the impact of human presence in the American West.

Now in its sixth year, Tinworks Art connects artists and community through art experiences in non-traditional spaces. Designed to welcome everyone, Tinworks is an idea as well as a place, a site where contemporary art connects with the American West by weaving together its complex landscape, stories, experiences, and cultures. With a different theme each year, Tinworks aims to provide a gathering space for people from all communities to interact with the theme. In particular, Tinworks invites specific individuals and organizations to provide special events that explore Tinworks Art’s theme with their own work.

Viewing these unique art installations makes us realize what we are asking of this land, what we as humans are putting the land through, as we strain to produce more food, take in more outdoor recreation, extract more minerals, and still preserve some semblance of nature in all its glory.

To explore these issues, as well as to feed our souls, Montana InSite Theatre (MIST) brings six performances of Stories Under the Land as part of Tinworks Art’s exhibit on September 21st and 22nd.

“Stories Under the Land” is inspired by the ancient Greek myth of Demeter (the goddess of the harvest) and her daughter Persephone, who was abducted by Hades and fated to dwell half the year on earth and the other half in the underworld, thus explaining nature’s seasons of winter and summer. These timeless tales engage with the earth’s cycles of fertility, seasonal shifts, and what it means to expect the land to produce sustenance for us all.

This performance begins in the Tinworks Art courtyard and in the vicinity of Agnes Denes’ Wheatfield installation, where actors will turn from statues into poets who bring to life stories from around the globe, sharing poetry and tales from different cultures that tell of the seasons and the earth’s remarkable ability to feed us. The audience then moves inside the warehouse to Chris Fraser’s Asterisms installation, where MIST performers will present an adaptation of this ancient Greek myth of Persephone and Demeter, using this ancient story to show the dangers to which modern humans have exposed our land.

MIST’s artistic director, Gretchen Minton says of this Demeter / Persephone-based play, “Retelling ancient myths always brings surprises and revelations. We see in this story a conflict between mother

and daughter, violence done to women and the land, and witness the urgent call to work together as a shifting climate changes everything we thought we knew about food production.”

Stories Under the Land opens on September 21st and closes on September 22nd. MIST will present three shows each day, at 3:00, 4:00, and 5:00 pm. Each performance is about 85 minutes long. This is a ticketed event, with all tickets being purchased through Tinworks Art, or via a link on MIST’s website: www.montanainsitetheatre.org.

Tinworks Art is open and free to everyone Thursdays through Sundays, 10 am to 6 pm, until October 19, to view the installations and participate in public happenings held in the community room, including drop-in art classes, workshops, wheat harvest activities, a poetry slam, storytelling, and more.

Kevin Brustuen lives in Bozeman and can be contacted at kbrustuen@ hotmail.com. He is an avid theater-goer and loves to backpack, hike, ski, read, and write.

Kevin Brustuen

TAKING ON SEPTEMBER THE BOBCAT WAY TAKING ON SEPTEMBER THE BOBCAT WAY

September is a busy time of year in Gallatin Valley, with summer drawing to a close and back to school activities in full swing; even for those of us who aren’t going back. You don’t have to be one of the over 16,000 Montana State University students attending classes this fall to enjoy the wide array of events happening on its beautiful campus throughout the month. Perfect for anyone looking to escape the stresses of everyday life at an exciting football game, or broaden their minds through fascinating speeches, campus events are something everyone should be sure not to miss out on. Whether you’re a student, local, or visitor, make sure to find some time in your schedule to take advantage of the variety of activities taking place at Montana State University this fall. I’ve chosen to feature some of the most popular campus events throughout September, to be sure you make it to the perfect events for you. To find more information about upcoming MSU events for this month and the entire year, visit www.montana.edu/calendar.

FOOTBALL SEASON KICKS OFF

One of the most highly anticipated sports seasons in Bozeman, the Bobcat football team has finally started competition. Training at official practices since July, the team traveled to their first game against the New Mexico Lobos on August 24th, before going to Utah on the 31st to compete against Utah Tech. Although the best we could do was follow those two games on ESPN+, the Montana State Bobcats have their first home game on September 7th against the University of Maine. The first home game of every season is a Gold Rush game, where fans come decked out in their finest gold attire and official Gold Rush t-shirts (available at the MSU Bookstore and Universal Athletics locations around the state, or online at msubookstore.org and shop.msubobcats.com), creating a sea of gold to support the team. There’s only one other home game during September, where the team faces off against Mercyhurst University on the 21st, at the annual Pack the Place in Pink game, where fans support breast cancer patients through pink t-shirts whose profits support the cause (available at msubookstore.org). There’s plenty more to come throughout October and November, so don’t forget to follow the Bobcat football team’s journey until the end! For more details on the team’s schedule and game themes, visit www.msubobcats.com/ sports/football.

SPORTS GALORE

Although there aren’t many home football games during September, there are plenty more sports events throughout the month to keep athletics fans busy. The incredible Montana State volleyball team began their season in August with the Blackridge Invitational, where they played Washington on the 30th, and are set to compete against Middle Tennessee State on September 1st, right here on their home court. After that, they have a packed schedule of ten more games before they play at home for the last time in September on the 28th, where they face off

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against Northern Arizona. Like football, the Bobcat volleyball team has a full schedule all the way through November, so be sure you don’t miss out on all the fantastic games to come. Although they’re the two most popular, football and volleyball aren’t the only Bobcat teams starting their fall season. The men’s and women’s cross country teams and the women’s golf team all have a full September schedule, and although none have any home events, don’t forget to spread the Bobcat pride and keep up with each team’s successes. To view all four team schedules for this month and the rest of their seasons, visit www.msubobcats.com.

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARKS

Montana State is known for its support of the arts, as illustrated by its beloved outreach program, Montana Shakespeare in the Parks. Celebrating its 52nd year, Shakespeare in the Parks brings completely free performances of William Shakespeare’s famous plays to 65 communities across five states. Whether they’re performing in a school or a public park, the program always garners immense support from the communities they visit. Sponsored by local Bozeman companies and public donations, Montana Shakespeare in the Parks has been adored for decades, and can often be found rehearsing on MSU’s campus. This year, on September 10th, MSIP is bringing Shakespeare’s Hamlet to Grant Chamberlain Park on Montana State’s campus. Starting at 5:30 p.m., bring some friends, food, and seating to enjoy this riveting performance on its closing night. Be sure to check out these amazing performers before their tour ends, and make memories that will last a lifetime. To learn more about Montana Shakespeare in the Parks’ schedule and mission, visit www.shakespeareintheparks.org.

INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKERS

Every year, Montana State University hosts a variety of informative and inspirational speakers to educate their listeners about topics such as career-building, education, sustainability, and more. The best part about these presentations is that you don’t have to be a student to attend; they’re free and open to the public. The lineup of four special guest speakers throughout September is guaranteed to cultivate new ideas while motivating audiences. The first speaker is kicking off a series of sessions where Deans from Montana colleges share “994 Journeys,” the stories of how they pursued their chosen careers. Debuting on September 3rd, Associate Professor and Director of the Geospatial Core Facility, Dr. Eric Sproles will analyze how his love for rivers, snow, and maps inspired him to pursue higher education on the subject, and how these experiences led him to his position at MSU. Following him on the 18th is Heidi Brown, this fall’s Orser executive speaker. The Chief Marketing Officer of the NHL, Brown will outline her journey from a Montana upbringing to heading a major sports league’s marketing department. Later in the month, on September 23rd, Clemson University’s Professor of Environmental Sustainability, Gary Machlis will discuss the future of environmental sustainability inspired by his new book, Sustainability for the Forgotten. Ending the month is Isabel Allende, an acclaimed novelist participating in the annual President’s Crossing Boundaries Speaker Series. Allende will explore human resilience and emphasize the diverse perspectives she covers in her 27 bestselling books. Be sure to take advantage of these opportunities to broaden your mind and perspectives! For more information on the times and locations of these events, visit www.montana.edu/calendar.

Jessica Cairoli is a Gallatin Valley native who loves all things Bozeman, and writing. She’s starting her freshman year at Montana State University this fall.

A COMPARISON OF TWO HISTORICAL TIMEFRAMES:

THE AND THE

GENERATIONS SILENT ALPHA

I’m a member of the Silent Generation, (1927-1945), a slice of history sandwiched between the Great Generation (1901-1926), and the Baby Boomers, (1946-1964).

A 1951 essay in Time magazine coined people in the 1927-1945 age group as the Silent Generation because they were more cautious than their parents. They were labeled as a “small flame” generation in comparison with the flaming youth of the previous generation.

Members of this generation are also called traditionalists or conformists; they sought stability, worked hard, and thrived by not rocking the boat in an era of postwar economic stability and prosperity. The Silent Generation began life in some of the most difficult situations, including the Great Depression, the Dust Bowl, and economic and political uncertainty. The circumstances surrounding their upbringing led many of this generation to adopt a cautious, conscientious behavior.

Who are members of the Silent Generation? The oldest members of this generation were born at the beginning of the Great Depression. They were also children of WWII, and came of age during the 50’s and 60’s. Characteristics of the Silent Generation include: thriftiness, respectfulness, loyalty, determination, financial prudence, interpersonal respect, resiliency, dedication, and a positive work ethic. The Silent Generation helped shape 20th century pop culture with pioneering rock musicians, iconic filmmakers, radio and television legends, and groundbreaking political satirists. Many of us still living look at this generation as one of the best, and one that future generations would have difficulty matching. We got to experience it all, including hard times, war, societal lessons, and innovative technology.

Firmly etched in my memory banks of this generation include the following:

• The first hopeful drumbeats of a civil rights movement.

• A handshake to seal a deal was assurance that it would never be broken.

• Workers pledged loyalty to the employer. Once you got a job, you generally kept it for life.

• There were no Playstations, Nintendo, Xboxes, video games, DVDs, personal computers, digital wallets, smart phones, iPads, 150 cable television channels, internet or emails, and no chat stations. We managed to find other engaging indoor and outdoor activities to entertain ourselves.

• We got spankings with wooden spoons, switches, ping-pong paddles, or just a bare hand. Some of us were grounded for week or so for misbehaving. Nobody called authorities to report discipline abuse.

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• Teachers ruled classrooms with an ironclad authority. If you stepped out of line, your parents heard about it, or you were sent to the principal’s office for punishment. The idea of parents bailing us out if we misbehaved was unheard of. Passing notes, chewing gum, or sticking your gum wad to the bottom of the desk were no-nos. Some of us misbehavers were sent to the classroom corner to sit on a stool wearing a pointed hat for a period of time. Lawsuits from parents against teachers who disciplined students were unheard of.

• We spent lots of time outdoors playing sandlot baseball, shooting BB guns, climbing trees, riding horses, riding bikes, swimming, ice and roller skating, playing hopscotch and marble games, going to Saturday matinee movies to watch a double feature, cartoons, and WWII events, all for a 10 cent theater ticket. We listened on the radio to Jack Benny, The Green Hornet and The Shadow, WWII news, and sporting events with Babe Ruth, Joe Louis, Don Hudson, Jessie Owens, and Dizzy Dean. We spent a lot of time socializing, and making new friends.

• During the Great Depression days, we ate what was served on our dinner plate, and if not, it went into the fridge, and was served at the next meal.

• Riding in a car’s rumble seat was a special treat. The early cars had no seat belts, no air bags, booster seats, or automatic transmissions.

• We were patriotic, as was well demonstrated during WWII; we stood tall, ready to serve our country when so called. Surviving members of this generation are now in their 80’s and 90’s.

• The Social Security Act was passed into law in 1935, the same year the Richter earthquake scale was developed.

• Thanks to FDR’S Rural Electrification Act of 1936, wheels were set in motion that would bring electric power to rural Montana and other parts of the West.

• We were taught to show respect to others by practicing courtesy and deference to authority; a sense of civic values, and understanding the value of hard work, which promoted productivity and quality work.

WELCOME TO TODAY’S ALPHA GENERATION

The Silent Generation was followed by the following generations: Baby Boomers, X, Millennials, Z, and today’s Alpha (2010-2024) generation, which is providing advanced digital technological information ranging from A to Z, a click away on the computer, viewed from computer screens. The Greek description of Alpha refers to “The start of something new, not a return to the old.” Establishing when one generation ends and another begins is not an exact science, but it is a way of understanding how global events and technological, political, economic, and social changes determine the way a set of people see and react in the world. Experts point out that the time between one generation and the next is shrinking because of the rapid changes the world is undergoing as a result of digital transformation. Statisticians tell us that there are 2.8 million humans born globally every week. At the end of this generation year, Alpha will be the largest the world has ever seen, numbering more than two billion, the largest generation in history!

Members of the Alpha generation were the first to have grown up in a world that encapsulates high tech savviness, and one which has instilled a sense of innovation and a willingness to take risks and not being afraid to challenge the status quo. As reported by the Pew Research Center, “It (the Alpha Generation) is a way of understanding how global events and technological, economic and social changes interact to define the way a set of people see the world.” Members of this generation are digital natives, growing up with this new technology like a second language. To their credit, some of the Alpha clan have developed an environmental consciousness, pressing for environmental changes, especially with regard to climate change and its adverse effects on world-wide ecosystems.

With the rapid evolution of technology and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), continuous acquisition of skills is no longer just an

aspiration. In a world where skills are ever-evolving and can rapidly become obsolete, continuous learning is a necessity, and a high priority. Without question, it’s the currency of the future. AI, virtual reality, and augmented reality will assuredly shape the future of learning and assessment.

While systemic political and economic barriers to higher education and professional development certainly exist in today’s world, innovative solutions can boost upskilling and reskilling. The Alpha generation that succeeded Gen Z is one that interacts in a completely new way, thanks to new technologies. Their voice and actions will shape our future, and they, hopefully, will live up to their name, Alpha, and not return to the old, but will start something new.

CHALLENGES FOR GENERATION ALPHA

Alpha generation children were born at a time when technological devices were providing many positive advances, allowing us to be hyper-connected and become experts in the use of new technologies that opened up a wide range of creative achievements, ranging from advanced space explorations to innovative medical advances. The following are a few negative snapshot consequences associated with this generation:

• Reduced attention span and concentration as a result of numerous new digital technologies to navigate.

• A failure, despite the numerous red flag warnings of climate scientists, to address and provide creative solutions for addressing and taking responsibility for world-wide climate and environmental changes, and the environmental wreckage we are leaving in our wake.

• Less time for socializing, in comparison with past generations, as a result of spending much of the day online.

• A continuing underlying issue remains—whether people with different social and racial backgrounds and interests can work well enough with one another to create a better level of coexistence with environmental and political discord issues.

• Increased incidents of gun violence and illegal drugs of the Alphas, resulting in numerous deaths and victim injuries in school systems and numerous other localities, and a failure of society to provide adequate solutions to address these problems.

• A notable lack of discipline in schools and at home. Many children in today’s society are acting in rude, aggressive, disrespectful, and defiant ways.

Alpha generation members, as mentioned, are currently identified as a generation profoundly marked by new technologies. They are living in a society which faces an uncertain future of political discord, economic disruptions, climate change, pending and current global wars, depletion of natural resources, and future pandemics. How this current generation and future generations will navigate these uncharted waters for a transition to a more sustainable planet Earth remains as one of the leading question of today.

In reference to Montana, former Montana legislator Dorothy Bradley wrote in her recent Bozeman Chronicle article, The Lost Lesson of Stewardship: “We who are among the fortunate to live here must shoulder the responsibility to protect the last of this unique ecosystem, not just for us, but for the whole country, and for the future, and all this in the face of climate change.” Bradley’s assessments represent the environmental savviness needed for tomorrow. Now is the time to recognize the need for change in our activities, to embrace a mindset shift, and to support a more holistic, accessible journey for future generations.

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.

THE HISTORY OF HAWTHORNE EAST SIDE SCHOOL TO ART DECO HUB

Hawthorne School is a familiar sight to both locals and visitors alike. It sits at the prominent corner of Rouse and Mendenhall streets, visible to anyone heading into downtown from the north side or heading towards the Bridger mountains from Main Street. Although the current building was built in 1939, Hawthorne School has existed on the stretch of land bordered by Church Street on the west, Lamme Street on the north, Rouse on the west and Mendenhall on the north in some form since 1883.

The very first school in Bozeman was started in 1865, and was intended to promote a more family-friendly perception of the town. Classes were only offered during the cold winter months. In 1877 William Beall constructed a brick schoolhouse called the West Side School. This building was demolished and rebuilt a decade later in 1887. This school would eventually become the Irving school. In 1882 there was a call for a bill to fund an east side school in the town’s paper The Avant Courier. The school districts were blocked out as “all such scholars living east of Bozeman Street shall attend the east side school house, all living west of Bozeman street shall attend the old school house.” In July of 1883, Nelson Story and E.W. Carpenter of San Francisco purchased a total of $10,000 in bonds to fund the school. School trustees purchased ten lots from a Mr. Charles Rich with frontage of 140 feet on Mendenhall Street and 300 feet of frontage on Church Street for a cost of $1250.

the Opera House. August Zietzke built out the straight-sided mansard roof, prominent cornices, and a central gabled pavilion of Vreeland’s design for a total cost of $11,900. It was reported that the “massive structure will long live as a monument of good taste, fine workmanship and a live school board.” In May of 1884 the residents of the east side donated “liberally” for improvements including water on the grounds, and the planting of 160 shade trees. In 1891, a bell tower was built to help combat tardiness. It was “gratifying news to both parents and children in that part of the city.”

Building went quickly and the East Side School was finished by November of 1883. The building itself was designed by architect Byron Vreeland, who had also designed the Story Mansion, City Hall and

The first teachers hired at the school were a Mrs. A.G. Smith and Miss Cora E. Bates. The school housed grades 1-8; first grade was also called the primary grade. As early as 1884, there were complaints

Vickie Lyons, photos: Gallatin History Museum

SOUTH SIDE OF THE OLD HAWTHORNE SCHOOL BUILDING IN BOZEMAN, CIRCA 1905

that the primary grade was overcrowded, and there were requests for more teachers. By 1887, there were seventy students enrolled at the East Side school. In 1892 the board of trustees of school district number 7 requested bids for another schoolhouse and a four-room addition to the East Side School. In 1918, when the Emerson Junior High School was built, Bozeman’s elementary schools changed to house only grades 1-5 (although due to overcrowding and various other events, this changed depending on the year). During the national flu epidemic of 1919, the Emerson building was used as a care center to treat patients, so that year the children were all taught in the elementary school buildings.

The life of a student in the early twentieth century could be difficult, and this is most obvious in terms of concepts of discipline. Corporal punishment was seen as an acceptable form of discipline. In 1892, H.E. Wolfe was hired as the new principal and, as was quoted in The New Issue, “impressed to the boys that he will not be trifled with.” In 1900 he was joined by Miss Josie Pepper who was hired to teach grades 3 and 4 and to dole out “a little physical training.” In 1901, a teacher, Miss Beula Walker, was arrested for whipping sixth grader Lulu Alexander with rawhide. The case was later dismissed. H.C. Good, the principal, was arrested and fined for “Brutal Treatment to one of His Pupils” in 1903, as reported in the Avant Courier. He was fined $35 for hitting thirteen-year-old Elsie Cornell with a rawhide so badly that she had lacerations on her arms and shoulders. The fine was not seen as punishment enough by Elsie’s father. Mr. Cornell and an

associate went to the house where Mr. Good boarded and “gave him a threshing.” The two men were also arrested and fined. An editorial in the Montana Daily Record stated, “the time will come, just the same when assault and battery, whether practiced by roughs on the highway or teachers under the thin disguise of ‘corporal punishment’ will not be tolerated by public sentiment.” Thankfully, that time would come.

In 1905 a third elementary school was built, and required a name change from the simple East and West side schools. Following the trend of the time, all three schools were named after authors: Hawthorne, Irving, and Longfellow. H.C. Good was still the principal in 1906 and was paid $100 a month for watching over the 275 children enrolled at Hawthorne. The classroom teachers received $70-80 a month. There were complaints that Bozeman was underpaying teachers by $5-10 a month in comparison to other Montana cities.

In an era before antibiotics and vaccines, Hawthorne students’ lives were impacted by illness. It was reported in 1886 that despite a student being infected with scarlet fever, there was no threat at Hawthorne. A health officer had visited the child and “all necessary precautions to prevent contagion had been taken; bedding and clothing had been burned and furniture disinfected.” In 1895, the school board met to discuss the issue of measles in the schools. They found that only one case had been reported at the East Side School, so it was premature to close the school. Numerous students were unable to receive their honor diplomas for attendance because they had come down with the mumps and measles in 1914. Many classrooms were

THE NEW HAWTHORNE SCHOOL BUILDING, CIRCA 1939. PHOTOGRAPH BY B. LINFIELD

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reduced to 9-12 students because of the outbreak. In the fall of 1916, there was a recalcitrance among the parents of the youngest children to start them in school, as they were worried about “infantile paralysis,” or the polio virus. Scarlet fever was reported once again in 1917 and the Bozeman Daily Chronicle ran an article titled “Public Health is Purchasable,” giving parents detailed information on childhood diseases such as whooping cough, chicken pox, and diphtheria.

Considering the concerns about disease transmission, it is no surprise that many of the social movements that started around the turn of the century were focused on health. The first parent-teacher association in Bozeman was formed that year. Another socially minded group was Hawthorne’s Mother’s Club, which implemented a program that provided hot lunches and showers to students in the school building. Mrs. Lehrkind was the group’s leader. The focus of many of these groups was public health. In the fall and winter of 1915, medical inspections were carried out at Hawthorne. These inspections were intended to catch any medical issues in children, such as vison or hearing loss, and to provide early intervention. Other hygiene measures were taken within the school. The school board voted to fix toilets and hire a school nurse in 1916. Mary Agnes Rust worked as the school nurse until she joined the Red Cross in 1918 and was dispatched to France to aid the war effort. During her time at Hawthorne, she supervised the “little folks” during their weekly hot shower baths.

Upon the United States’ entry into World War I in April of 1917, the nation’s children and adults alike fervently joined the war effort. The students at Hawthorne were no different. Many of their efforts were spearheaded by Miss Dorothy Gatton, who had two brothers serving in the war, Cy Gatton, and Walter Gatton. Walter was among one of Gallatin county’s first contingent of drafted men. Miss Gatton’s second grade class gave two bags of apples to the draftees heading out of town. The children also participated in “Conservation Food Week,” abstaining from candy on the weekdays, and eating no more than four pieces on the weekends. All through 1917 and 1918, Hawthorne students did their part by going “over the top” in Junior Red Cross Subscriptions, buying thrift cards and war savings stamps with their pennies and participating in patriotic parades around the school grounds.

Safety continued to be a driving force in school activities and reform. In 1919 the city passed Ordinance 490, which imposed 10 mph speed limits around schools, and outlined a fine structure for violators. Hawthorne began running fire drills and bested Irving and Longfellow when they were able to move 260 students out of the building in 55 seconds. By 1926, two-and-a-half lots facing Lamme Street had been purchased to be a dedicated playground for the school.

The Great Depression led to an important era of schoolhouse

design and construction in Bozeman. The city, like many others in the late 1930s, secured New Deal funding through the Public Works Administration to build new buildings for its three original elementary schools, and to build a new high school (now the Willson School). The new Hawthorne building was proposed in 1937. Fred Willson was the architect, and embraced the Art Deco style of the day. Construction began in 1938 and finished in November of 1939, with the official dedication ceremony on December 1, 1939. That year, The Bozeman Courier reported that Hawthorne pupils had buildings to be very proud of: “The building is regarded by authorities as being one of the most modern and up-to-date buildings being used for grade schools in the United States.”

Hawthorne is now one of eight elementary schools in Bozeman. In 1991, it was made a Model School for the Integration of the Arts. It continues its mission to bring art to the classroom today. Each spring, the children put on a “Celebration of the Arts” event. The school’s mascot is a hedgehog holding a paintbrush. In 2017 the school was again expanded; five new classrooms were built. It now houses 348 students in grades kindergarten through fifth grade. Hawthorne is still a centerpiece of Bozeman’s public school district, much loved by current and former students and families alike. V

Vickie Lyons has lived all over the West but has called Bozeman home for seven years. She is a member of the Extreme History Project and when she isn’t researching hard history, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two kiddos, both indoors and out.

FOURTH GRADE CLASS AT THE OLD HAWTHORNE SCHOOL BUILDING, CIRCA 1921

HONK FOR SERVICE

BOZEMAN’S FULL-SERVICE GAS STATIONS

Rachel Phillips

As automobiles became popular and affordable for Bozeman’s middle class in the first half of the twentieth century, a new type of business emerged that changed the local cityscape.

Automobile service stations sprouted up around Bozeman –one-stop-shops that sold gasoline and oil but also employed mechanics to keep those cars running. Today, most of us look back on the automobile service stations of the past with nostalgia. Many of these businesses were operated by local families who prided themselves on exceptional service. Customers pumping their own gas was out of the question. Those with a long connection to Bozeman will remember a few of those well-loved institutions – Warwood and Doig’s Chevron, Kilbride’s Texaco, and Swanson’s Mobil Station – just to name a few. Dozens of others live on in memory, and several mid-century service station buildings have been repurposed and today house other types of businesses.

After World War II, Guy Warwood and Arnold Doig opened the Warwood and Doig service station at 106 E. Mendenhall Street. Guy Warwood was born in 1907 at Reese Creek, north of Belgrade. He married Mae Shearer Doig in 1929 and gained a stepson named Arnold Doig. Arnold graduated from Belgrade High School in 1939 and served in the Army Air Force in World War II. Guy Warwood and Arnold’s wife, Edith Miller Doig, established the Warwood and Doig Service Station shortly before Arnold’s discharge from the military in 1945. Their Chevron station was a successful partnership that lasted for decades. Though Warwood retired in 1969, Doig affirmed in a 1971 Gallatin County Tribune article that Guy Warwood continued to stay involved in the business. “He comes back once a week to give us a hand and get a little grease on his hands.” Warwood and Doig’s Chevron closed in 1976 and a parking lot now occupies the space (southeast corner of Mendenhall Street and Black Avenue).

The Kilbride family was a significant part of the local automotive service industry for fifty years. Daniel F. Kilbride opened Kilbride Service Station in the late 1920s on the outskirts of town (at that time), just north of Main Street on North 7th Avenue. The business remained there until it was sold nearly twenty years later. Daniel Kilbride later owned the famous Stockman Bar on Main Street before retiring in about 1970.

Other Kilbride relatives Ivor “Ivan” and Forrest Kilbride also spent their careers in the auto fuel industry in Bozeman, working for the Continental Oil Company. Originally from Missouri, Ivor and Forrest and their family relocated to the Gallatin Valley in 1917. Forrest graduated from Gallatin County High School in 1936 and went to work with his older brother Ivor, who was a wholesale agent for Continental Oil. The brothers ran service stations around town at 726 South 8th Avenue (later College Texaco) and 402 and 549 E. Main. Forrest Kilbride operated the service station at 402 E. Main (southeast corner of Main and Rouse) in the early 1940s and spent the rest of his career as an agent for Continental Oil until his retirement in the late 1970s. Arnold M. Swanson’s Mobil Station on the northwest corner of Main and Grand opened in the mid-1940s. Arnold and Nora Friedrich Swanson hailed from Minnesota and settled in Bozeman in 1926, shortly after their marriage. Arnold Swanson operated the Standard Oil Service station on the southeast corner of Grand and Main before acquiring John L. Ketterer’s station located diagonally across the intersection at 201 W. Main. In addition to owning Swanson’s Mobil until 1977, Arnold also dabbled in politics. He served as a Bozeman City Commissioner and as Mayor in the 1950s.

In addition to downtown locations, service stations also occupied convenient positions on the outskirts of Bozeman. One such memorable station was the Union 76 gas and service station on the northwest corner of N. Seventh and Durston. This Union Service station was built in 1954, when the expansion of the city to the north and west of historic Main Street was just beginning. In the 1940s and 1950s, what is now known as the Midtown area was made up of private homes, farms, a few motels and a handful of service stations. Traveling further north on Seventh Avenue, one found Ralph’s Food Store, Milam’s Greenhouse, and eventually KBMN Radio Station and the Starlite Drive-In Theatre.

The Union Service Station’s location at Durston and Seventh was convenient for travelers staying at nearby motels, as well as for locals heading into and out of Bozeman for business and pleasure. Union Service was a small simple rectangular structure with only a couple of bays for car repair and a large, wedge-shaped awning over the gas pumps. Like other service stations, the name changed over the years

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traveling concession stand called B&H Popcorn.

depending on the owner, although it was associated with the Union Oil Company for much of its existence. In the first two decades of operation, the station was called Scotty’s Union Service, Taylor’s Union Service, Williamson’s Union 76 Station, Pardew’s Union 76 Station, Bill’s Union 76 Service, Dick’s Union 76 Service, North Seventh Union 76 and Myers’ Union 76. The longest-running lessee was likely George Myers, who operated the station from 1969 to 1977. In later years, the building was home to a Sinclair station, Best Rate Towing and Repair, and later a Subaru repair shop. The structure was demolished in 2019 to make way for the Ruh Building currently on this site.

Several mid-twentieth century service station buildings have been preserved and are now occupied by other businesses. Sweet Peaks Ice Cream at 628 W. Main Street was the home of Lovelace Oil Company in the early 1930s before becoming a variety of auto dealerships. Stanley Lemon owned the State Auto Company dealership at this location from 1941 until 1956. In addition to selling Chrysler and Plymouth vehicles, Lemon advertised his business in the Bozeman City Directory as providing “Complete Automobile Service, Gasoline and Oil.” Stan Lemon came with his family to the Gallatin Canyon in about 1920, where they operated a dude ranch. In 1923, he married Ora Michener, whose family also had a long history in Gallatin Canyon. The couple settled in Bozeman, where Stan worked in the auto sales and service industry until he retired in the early 1970s. Stanley Lemon passed away at age 97 in 1997. Later occupants of 628 W. Main Street include D&H Motorcycle Sales and Service, a realty office, and Rocky Mountain Rug Gallery.

Another repurposed service station is on the southwest corner of Mendenhall Street and Rouse Avenue, behind the Bozeman Hotel. This building was built in the early 1940s and for the first decade operated as a gas and automobile service station under several different names, including Tuttle’s, Farnstrom’s and McGahen’s. Robert Braun took over ownership of the station in the mid-1950s and ran the business until about 1962. Originally from North Dakota, Bob and Hazel Braun moved to Bozeman in 1952. Bob owned several service stations during his career and according to his 2009 obituary in the Bozeman Daily Chronicle, “was known as Happy Bob and coined the phrase, ‘If you can’t stop, smile as you go by.’” After retirement, Bob and Hazel ran a

Interestingly, Bozeman city directory listings suggest the first four families to operate this service station on the corner of Rouse and Mendenhall – Tuttle, Farnstrom, McGahen and Braun – all lived in the large house at 322 E. Mendenhall, located just southwest of the station. This same two-story residence was labeled as “Female Boarding” on earlier 1889-1912 Sanborn Fire Insurance maps. “Female Boarding” was a phrase used for “brothel.” For over forty years, Bozeman’s active red-light district occupied the block and alleyway south of Mendenhall Street between Bozeman and Rouse Avenues. Though the home at 322 E. Mendenhall no longer exists, the former service station on the corner serves as a reminder of the transformation of Bozeman’s red-light district to other uses.

The concept of the service station slowly began to fade in the late 1960s, although several local businesses lasted into the late 1990s and early 2000s, like Hoadley’s at 5 E. Mendenhall, Brence’s at 502 E. Main, and College Exxon at 723 S. Eighth. Several long-time locals remember the first self-service gas station in town was on W. Lincoln Street near the college campus. Bozeman Gasomat opened at 1216 W. Lincoln in 1965 and remained open until at least 1980.

As full-service stations closed their doors, large chains and convenience stores began to take their place. Motorists switched to pumping their own gas and washing their own windshields. However, another novel automotive service made its debut in the 1960s. In June 1967, the first automatic car wash in town opened at College Texaco at 726 S. Eighth. The two-minute wash cost seventy-five cents, or one dollar to add wax. College Texaco’s owner Emil Aderson explained the novel technology in a Gallatin County Tribune article in 1971. “Hurricane car wash is a pressure type car wash, using soap and hot water at 800 pounds pressure.”

Though today many are gone, several full-service station buildings remain part of Bozeman’s cityscape and are easily spotted if one knows what to look for. Memories of them, and the families who brought them to life, will always be a treasured part of our community history. R

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.

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Have you ever wondered how you can make a real, lasting impact in your community? Big Brothers Big Sisters of Big Sky Country is on a mission to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. And right now, they are looking for volunteers to become Bigs! Why become a Big? Imagine being the guiding light for a young person who is struggling, or at risk. Picture the joy and fulfillment that comes from watching your Little grow, succeed, and transform before your very eyes. This isn’t just a volunteer opportunity; it’s a chance to change a life. Here are some of the program specifics:

TOTAL YOUTH ENGAGED: 240

CURRENT ACTIVE MATCHES: 120

AVERAGE MATCH LENGTH: 24 MONTHS

LITTLES WAITING TO BE MATCHED: 21

BECOME A MAKEABIG DIFFERENCE

The numbers speak for themselves. But behind each statistic is a story—a story of love, guidance, and transformation.

THERE ARE NUMEROUS

WAYS YOU CAN SUPPORT BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF BIG SKY COUNTRY:

1. Become a donor: No amount is too small

2. Become a business partner

3. Host a match activity

4. Refer potential Bigs and Littles

5. Sponsor or donate auction items

6. to events

7. Attend fundraising events:

8. Participate in Bowl for Kids’ Sake

9. October 18th and October 25th

10. Join the Board of Directors or a Committee

11. Spread the word

The Community-Based program (CB) allows Bigs and Littles to spend one-on-one time together, engaging in free or low-cost activities of their choosing within the community. It is available in Bozeman, Belgrade. Livingston, Big Sky, and Three Forks.

The Site-Based program (SB) is designed for high school volunteers, this program allows them to be matched with Littles in a supervised setting at elementary and middle schools, typically once a week during the academic year. It is available in Big Sky, Ennis, and Livingston.

WHO CAN BE A BIG?

Whether you’re a Big Brother, Big Sister, Big Couple, or Big Family, you can make a tremendous impact. Here’s what it takes:

Age: 18+ years old

Location: Live in our service area

Commitment: One year (4-8 hours per month, weekly or every other week)

Qualities: Strong communication skills, accountable, coachable

Requirements: Clean record, able to offer reliable transportation

WHO CAN BE A LITTLE?

Littles are children aged 5-18 who live in our service area and are interested in forming a relationship with a trusted adult. They are children seeking extra support—social, emotional, or academic, and have a parent/ guardian willing to expand their circle.

Ready to make a difference? If you’re interested in mentoring an at-risk or struggling youth in Gallatin County, apply at https://bbbs.tfaforms.net/4842212, and a team member will get back to you ASAP. For more information about becoming a Big, visit https://bbbs-bigskycountry.org/volunteer/ becoming-a-big.

Together, we can ignite the power and promise of youth. Join us in our mission to make a big difference, one relationship at a time. R

A third-generation Montanan, Angie Ripple is living the Bozeman dream as she navigates the exciting adventures of wrangling her three children with her husband.

Angie Ripple

NOVELIST CARL HIAASEN CHOSEN TO GIVE MSU ANNUAL TROUT AND SALMONID LECTURE

Fall is right around the corner, and our streams and lakes will cool off in time for some shoulder-season fishing. This time of year will be fitting for the Montana State University Library to showcase its 2024 Trout Lecture. This year’s lecture will feature novelist and journalist Carl Hiaasen. The event, free and open to the public, is scheduled for October 10, 2024 at 7 p.m. in the SUB Ballroom on the MSU campus. This annual event hosts a guest speaker who shares a unique perspective on anything related to trout and salmonid, angling, and water ecology.

The Trout Lecture is an ongoing project the Montana State University Library facilitates. The first lecture was held in 2011 with guest Dr. Richard Hoffman and his seminar, “Trout and Fly, Work and Play, in Medieval Europe.” Since then, this annual lecture has featured a wide variety of guest speakers, including writers, government officials, angling enthusiasts, professors, and scientists. Special collections librarian James Thull says, “the Trout and Salmonid lecture series is my favorite public event at MSU. It gives people a chance to hear about the culture and history of angling from some of the world’s most prominent anglers, writers, and artists. It is one part of our larger effort to preserve the history of these great species.” All previous Trout Lectures were recorded and are available online at: www.lib.montana. edu/archives/news-and-events/trout-lecture-series/ for anyone who wants to watch them and get an idea of what these lectures entail.

challenged was the belief that property owners could legally prevent access to waterways where they flowed through privately held lands and prevent people from using stretches of navigable streams and rivers throughout the state. Goetz used the Public Trust doctrine and the Montana Constitution to stop this tactic from becoming precedent and expanding public access through waterways. One of the big takeaways from the lecture was that the fight is not over, and anglers need to remain vigilant in defending our access

In September 2023, MSU alum and environmental historian Dr. Jen Brown presented “The History of Western Fly Fishing in Five Flies.” Brown gave an extensive history lesson on fly fishing as we know it and presented some interesting and humorous facts about flyfishing that many anglers may not know, including examples of fly-fishing dating from as early as 200 AD, and the fact that flyfishing evolved with imperialism. She cited the oldest existing fishhook in the world being 22,000 years old, and mentioned that flyfishing

was first discussed as a sport in the late 1400s in a book titled “A Treatise of Fishing with an Angle,” written by Dame Juliana Berners and published in 1496. MSU library holds an early edition of this book for anyone interested in seeing it.

In September 2022, prominent local attorney Jim Goetz presented his lecture “The Waters Belong to Everyone: The Montana Stream Access Cases,” which detailed the fight he helped lead to codify public access to Montana waterways. A significant argument he

The Trout and Salmonid Collection is the largest collection of trout and salmonid material in the world with more than 22,000 volumes, 600 periodicals, and hundreds of DVDs. This archive contains many genres such as poetry, old and new fishing regulations from different countries, artwork, and primary sources such as Paolo Giovio’s 1531 book about fishing in the “New World.”

“This collection is one of our pride and joys, generously supported by donors who contribute materials and funds,” says Jodi Allison Bunnell, Head of Archives and Special Collections.

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Carl Hiaasen is a novelist and journalist from Fort Lauderdale, Florida who began his successful and extensive career as a newspaper reporter in the late 1970s while writing novels on the side. He specializes in crime thrillers for his humorous adult novels, which relate to environmentalism and political corruption in Florida. Hiaasen has written or cowritten more than 19 adult fiction novels, seven fiction novels for young readers, three short stories, and six nonfiction books. Twenty-one of his novels and nonfiction books are New York Times best sellers. His 2002 young readers’ novel, Hoot, won the Newberry medal and was adapted into a film of the same title in 2006. Hiaasen’s second young reader’s novel, Flush, was part of a reading challenge for Montana school kids. Gavin Herzog from Miles City, who read the book while in elementary school, remembers the story being funny and suspenseful.

“The moment that still stands out for me is near the end, when the sewagedumping businessman gets let off the hook with only a small fine. I couldn’t believe it then, but as an adult, of course you hear about that lack of environmental accountability all the time. Whether it’s something long-term and institutional like Berkeley Pit, or accidents like the train derailment that dumped carloads of asphalt in the Yellowstone River last year, I think Montanans are especially sensitive to the environmental impacts. A clean and healthful environment is in our state constitution for a reason.”

events team, looks forward to this year’s Trout Lecture and says, “Carl Hiaasen’s writing has that ability to tap into conservation concerns that resonate just as much in Montana as in Florida.”

Herzog, who is now a program coordinator for the MSU Library

Hiaasen does not only encourage young Montana readers, he also helps young Montana writers. In 2003, Hiaasen helped Montana teenager Christopher Paolini land a publisher. Hiaasen was flyfishing in Montana with his wife and stepson, Ryan, when Ryan came across Paolini’s first novel, Eragon, and loved it. Hiaasen took interest in Paolini’s story and mentioned it to his editors at Alfred A. Knopf. Knopf offered Paolini a book deal, and Paolini went from publishing Eragon independently to landing this successful book deal that evolved into a whole series of novels and film adaptations.

Hiaasen’s October lecture is titled, “The Loveliest Disease.” When asked about his plans for the talk, he said, “I won’t be giving an actual speech. It will be more like a group therapy session, because all of us who are most at peace with a flyrod in our hands suffer from the same incurable affliction. We desperately need help — and, of course, big fish in clear water.”

To learn more about the Trout Lecture or MSU Library’s Trout and Salmonid Collection, contact Trout and Salmonid Librarian James Thull at jjthull@montana.edu or 406-994-5305.

JJason Berg is an intern for the Montana State University Library.

Yellowstone Park Boundaries

Yellowstone Park forms a rectangle of land in northwest Wyoming. Mostly. The Congressional Act that set aside Yellowstone as a National park listed the boundaries in miles from certain landmarks, then stipulated the meridians thus encountered. The western boundary is listed as a north / south line fifteen miles west of Madison Lake, a small lake on the Firehole River to the west of Shoshone Lake. The eastern boundary is a line ten miles east of the easternmost point of Yellowstone Lake. The northern boundary was designated as the confluence of the Yellowstone and Gardner Rivers. The southern border is a line ten miles south of the southernmost point of Yellowstone Lake.

These border descriptions are local, extending outwards from specific points. Originally proposed by the Hayden Survey of the area in 1871, they are not oriented to the base point of the Washington, D.C. Meridian that was used to determine the territorial borders, later the state borders, of Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming. Thus the rectangle of Yellowstone, though chiefly located in Wyoming, overlapped into Idaho and Montana.

Over 150 years later, the western and southern borders remain the same. The northern and eastern borders have been altered. At various times there have been proposals to change all of the borders, indeed, to change the nature of the Park.

Congress, after declaring the Park in 1872, did not appear to want or know how to deal with it. Funds were sparse, sometimes not allocated. The concept of a park, let alone a national park, was new.

Superintendents, working for the Secretary of the Interior thousands of miles away, were subject to local pressures. Visitors also did not understand the park concepts and caused injury to natural features and wildlife, and carelessly tried to burn the place down.

Interestingly, rather than employees, two prominent visitors had the greatest effect on Yellowstone in its early years. The first of these was Philip Sheridan, the commanding general of the U.S. Army. He toured the Park in 1882 when some politicians in D.C. were already saying that the place was too big. General Sheridan advocated making it much bigger. He proposed extending the borders ten miles to the south and forty miles to the east, mostly as an effort to provide more habitat for wildlife. All of this area remained virgin wilderness. In fact, the only towns near Yellowstone at the time were Bozeman and Virginia City. All ventures into the Park originated at one or the other of these locations.

Sheridan’s recommendation was proposed to Congress but did not pass. At that time, the borders remained the same. But later, this idea had far-reaching consequences for the country. General Sheridan’s other contribution to Yellowstone probably saved the Park. In 1886 he sent a company of cavalry to take over from the ineffectual civilian leadership. The Army remained in Yellowstone for thirty years.

Yellowstone became a popular destination early in its history. The conditions were primitive, the journey long and difficult, yet many people made the trip. The most famous was probably President Teddy Roosevelt. He passed back and forth through the Park on a Wyoming

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hunting expedition in 1891, but his official trip while President in 1903 was much publicized. He dedicated the arch at the North Entrance at Gardiner, which bears his name. He camped at Tower Fall near the location at the intersection of the Cooke City road that is also named for him. Roosevelt made suggestions toward wildlife policies that were ahead of the times. If they had been adopted, many years of conflict may have been eased. By all accounts, Teddy had a rousing great time. Roosevelt had founded the Boone and Crockett club in 1887, which began as an organization dedicated to hunting and game preservation. Yellowstone was a primary focus. Wildlife issues meant habitat issues, which meant forest conservation. Teddy Roosevelt was involved all his life with what became the National Parks and National Forests.

The country was founded on the Jeffersonian concept of the smallholding yeoman farmer. This worked well for decades up to and even beyond the Mississippi River. However, in the west, with its vast mountains, deserts, and forests, that system did not work. The idea of the federal government owning large tracts of land was not popular, nor at first considered. The setting aside of Yosemite as a state reserve and Yellowstone as a national reserve were the first actions in that direction. The land additions suggested by General Sheridan were eventually adopted, but as the Yellowstone Timberland Reserve, not as part of the Park. Later, this area became the basis for the creation of the U.S. Forest Service during Roosevelt’s presidency.

The railroads saw the potential of the National Park even before

it was proclaimed. Profit potential. The Northern Pacific Railroad built track across North Dakota and Montana partly to access Yellowstone. It made proposals to either be allowed to build lines into the Park or that the Montana strip be removed from Yellowstone, enabling them to claim the land and build track to the edge of the Park, as well as to access the mines near Cooke City. This bit of piracy never occurred, though it was a near thing during various sessions of Congress in the 1880’s and 1890’s.

Later the Idaho strip was threatened by interests from that state who desired an irrigation project within the Park. The Belcher River area in the southwest corner of the Park is virgin wilderness. Very few visitors ever go there. There are a couple of short in and out roads. The Idaho interests wished to dam some small lakes within Yellowstone to benefit farmers with enhanced irrigation. The ‘no one ever goes there; it is just a swamp’ argument was employed. This failed, yet advocates of these and other projects spent many years in their efforts. One of their techniques was to reason that if their projects could not be accomplished within the National Park, then the land should be withdrawn from the park and given to them. So far, this has not been successful.

The odd areas of the Montana and Idaho strips have also inspired politicians. At various times both states have lobbied to be given their land back. Failing that, they have desired governmental control of that land, or even the entire Park. This has not happened. Yet, economically, West Yellowstone, Gardiner, and Cooke City reap the rewards of their proximity to Yellowstone.

So, there have been land grab attempts by farming, mining, logging, and railroad interests, as well as political schemes. There have been grandiose visions to add on to Yellowstone, including Sheridan’s and another that would have extended the Park to the south of the Tetons. But the one proposal that was successful and fairly modest was, for the most part, common sense. Still, it took decades and dozens of battles on the ground and in Washington D.C.

Around the time of the establishment of the National Park Service in 1916, a movement became public that advocated a concept called the Greater Yellowstone. A refinement of General Sheridan’s old proposal of enlarging the Park, it considered preservation of habitat and wildlife migration, along with natural boundaries rather than the straight lines on the map. A bill was introduced into Congress in 1918 that would have extended Yellowstone south to Jackson, Wyoming, including the Teton range and much of Jackson Hole. This would have

increased the 3400 square miles of the Park by over 1200 square miles. It came very close to passing.

Before the bill could be re-introduced in the next session, some small special interests objected. All the land involved was federal, yet the proposed Park extension was in National Forest areas. Ranchers and hunters did business there, grazing and taking game in the forest. They would not be able to do that in a National Park. So, a very few people with political connections stopped this legislation.

Throughout the 1920s, various compromises and schemes were considered. It seemed there were always some small special interests who were unhappy with any plan. Finally, in 1929, a plan was approved to alter the plain rectangle boundaries on the north and east by drawing the lines on ground features of stream drainage and mountain crests. The total area of gain and loss to the Park was negligible. Neither the Yellowstone River headwaters, called the Thorofare, nor the southern extension into Jackson Hole were included. The ranchers and hunting guides won that one.

Grand Teton National Park, while not allowed as a Yellowstone extension, was created the same year in separate legislation. The Yellowstone borders were extended in 1932, when Burton K Wheeler, a senator from Montana, attached a donation of land at the northwest corner of Yellowstone to a highway bill. This 7600 acre tract completed the boundary revisions. They have remained the same into the 21st century.

It is worth noting that the Yellowstone Boundary Commission which recommended the 1929 topographical corrections did their research on horseback within the Park rather than gazing at maps in an office. They performed their survey on the ground and came up with boundaries that reflected the natural contours of the land and the streams. Z

Still out hiking, Steve McGann will be home before snowfall.

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TRIVIA SPOTS

Despite being a small town, Bozeman and the surrounding towns like Livingston have plenty going on in terms of events. Ranging from karaoke nights to trivia nights, it is far from quiet no matter the day of the week you find yourself hanging out downtown. And with winter fast approaching, restaurants are beginning to revitalize their trivia nights that will let you test your knowledge in front of friends and family. So, if you’re a smarty pants looking for a chance to show your skills, check out these local trivia spots that offer tough questions, tasty drinks, and great food.

PUB 317

Located in the historic Bozeman Hotel, Pub 317 enthusiastically offers “Quiz Nights,” every Wednesday, from 7-9pm. The establishment also welcomes new teams with open arms—this is your chance to form that quartet you’ve always wanted. Collaborative participants will be delighted to learn that they can work together for both fun and prizes.

LAST BEST PLACE BREWING

Established in 2021, Last Best Place Brewing has an array of beers ranging from hoppy IPAs to silky smooth stouts that boast bold flavors. This brewery hosts trivia every Tuesday night at 6pm, and along with beer, they offer some drinks for kids, like juice boxes and fountain drinks. But while their drink selection is large, Last Best Place Brewing does not supply a full menu. This brewery has smaller snacks and recommends customers go to one of the many nearby food trucks to grab a bite if they are hungry.

BAR IX

Most people generally know Bar IX as a location for intoxicating themselves with enormously large beverages on Thursday bucket nights rather than knowledge, but every Friday night from 6pm - 8pm, undercover geniuses can try their hand at this spot’s trivia questions! With a variety of categories and questions to choose from, participants will enjoy this fun experience as they discover a new side to Bar IX.

THE MOLLY BROWN

If you prefer a wide selection of 26 different beers on tap, the occasional drink special, and sports, you might already enjoy gracing the Molly Brown Bar with your presence. But if you happen to get “the jitters” when you go too long without bingo or trivia, you’ll find Molly even more appealing! With each event taking place at 8pm weekly (bingo on Tuesdays, and trivia on Wednesdays), patrons can gather their friends or fellow bingo addicts together and share in a night of fun.

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BACCHUS PUB

If you are interested in attending trivia at a sit down restaurant rather than a bar/brewery, then look no further than the historic Bacchus Pub. This downtown location offers trivia every Monday night at 7pm for no cost, and has a full menu, along with beer, cocktails, and wine. With two full rounds of trivia offered, you will spend about two hours trying to answer some tough questions, and your brain will be exhausted by the end of the night. If you do well enough, you might even win yourself a free drink card for another visit!

ROCKING R BAR

Regular party animals and intellectuals alike may enjoy learning that Rocking R Bar also hosts weekly trivia! For those looking for sports-themed trivia questions, Monday nights are dedicated to sports trivia, which is hosted at 7:30pm. Wednesdays, play mixedtopic trivia, which also starts at 7:30pm. Both nights are free to play; head over to their events page to learn about new, exciting things coming up at the Rocking R.

HOP LOUNGE

If your four favorite things in life are trivia, vinyl, beer, and chicken, the Hop Lounge might just be your ticket to paradise. While trivia starts at 6:30pm on Tuesdays, the taproom also serves patrons with an impressive 57-beer draft list and fire-roasted rotisserie chicken sandwiches. Thursdays, enjoy complimentary vinyl record tunes with your food and drink (no trivia on Thursdays). What could be better than good food, great beer, awesome music, and mind-stumping questions to answer?

WILDRYE DISTILLING

If you know stuff and like local spirits Wildrye Distilling hosts their own Game Night Live Trivia every Monday night at 6pm. With two hour-long games hosted per week, you can join in on the fun and settle in for some serious trivia commitments. With a variety of cocktail recipes available, you too can take a stab at answering questions that make lesser minds shake their heads in defeat, while exploring the fineries of an adult beverage.

THE JUMP

Trivia aficionados make a b-line to the Jump every Tuesday for Tacos & Trivia at 7pm! Game Night Live trivia is accessible and

amazing trivia for everyone, games are free to play, the Jump gives excellent prized to winners, and it’s always an awesome time.

KATABATIC BREWING COMPANY

Located in Livingston, the winners of this establishment’s weekly trivia competition are given a prize fit for their accomplishments: they get to drink for free! With a menu full of unique beers and wines, this prize is well worth it. So if you find yourself out of town with three other people on a Wednesday, be sure to drop in from 6-7pm and see what all the talk is about. The drive will certainly be worth it.

Most of these locations lie within town or just outside of it, and are easily accessible for anyone looking to get out of the house. These events are not only fun, but also encourage bringing people together, and are a great place to meet new members of the community. So, bring all your smartest brain cells downtown to have a drink, and try to see how much you can remember from your high school history courses. S

Sierra Holmes interned for Bozeman Magazine over the summer as she completed her degree in English.

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MONDAY, SEP. 2

SPORTS TRIVIA 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com For those looking for more sporty trivia questions this is it.

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.

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.

TUESDAY, SEP. 3

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, 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.

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!

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.

TUESDAY BINGO NIGHT 8pm • The Buck • $10 for 5 cards, $5 for additional cards, 5 cards per round max • All Ages • 406-5229555 • Thebuckbozeman.com Prepare to win cash and prizes at this lively event. A skilled caller will lead you through numerous rounds of this classic game with a little twist. Bingo starts at 8pm every Tuesday at the Buck.

LONE MOUNTAIN RANCH RODEO 5:30-10:30pm • Lone Mountain Ranch, 750 Lone Mountain Ranch Rd, Big Sky • $75 kids over 5, $150 adults • lonemountainranch.com Weekly Lone Mountain Ranch Rodeo where we challenge cowboys and cowgirls to compete for bragging rights. Food, drinks, and more!

POKER TOURNAMENT 7-11pm • The Golden Zebra • $40 • 18+ • 4062192436 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. $200 Added. Great way to learn the game! Registration Open at 6:30 - late register by ~7:30. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.

SUMMER COMEDY NIGHTS 6:30pm • Covellite Theatre, 215 W Broadway St, Butte • FREE • All Ages • 4063331658 • Covellitepresents.org Join us in the Uptown Lounge at the Covellite Theatre to enjoy 8 nights of regional Stand-Up Comics, curated by 302 Comedy out of Helena, and hosted by comedian Dan Ralph.

BOZEMAN FARMERS’ MARKET 5-8pm • Lindley Park, 626 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • all ages • (406) 582-2291 Voted “Best THING in Bozeman” and “Best Farmers Market”!

TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Grab some friends and get there early to grab a table the first round starts at 6:30!

RECIPE TEST KITCHEN 6:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Bring a dish and the recipe to Recipe Test Kitchen, we’ll discuss, talk about food, recipes, and challenges with the monthly theme.

LAST BEST PLACE TRIVIA 6pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman This brewery hosts trivia every Tuesday night at 6pm and offers some non-alcoholic choices as well like some N/A beers along with some drinks for kids like juice boxes.

BEAR AWARE WITH MT FISH, WILDLIFE & PARKS: A MEMBERONLY EVENT 5:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • For MOR Members • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org September is Bear Aware Month in Montana, and MOR members are invited to a free presentation on bear awareness and safety with Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks.

BINGO 8pm • The Molly Brown, 703 W. Babcock, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 552-7362 Patrons can gather their friends or fellow bingo addicts together and share in a night of fun.

WEDNESDAY, SEP. 4

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

BIG SKY FARMER’S MARKET 5-8pm • Town Center Plaza • FREE • All ages The 2024 Big Sky Farmers Market will take place every Wednesday from 5-8pm, June 5th-September 25th, the Fall Markets will downsize to a smaller venue tentatively at the Town Center Plaza.

MIDWEEK MINDFULNESS 5-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join certified instructor Turi Hetherington for a peaceful guided meditation, then an exploration of the Labyrinth.

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

RAPIDGRASS + HOLLAND DOTSON 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • FREE • (406) 222-3628 • www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Rapidgrass’ music is motivated by and made for those who find peace in the mountains.

TRIVIA NIGHT 8pm • The Molly Brown, 703 W. Babcock, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 552-7362 Gather your friends for a night of trivia fun each Wednesday.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com Regular party animals and intellectuals alike may enjoy Rockin R Trivia.

KATABATIC TRIVIA 6-7pm • Katabatic Brewing Company, 117 W Park St, Livingston • 21+ • (406) 333-2855 • katabaticbrewing. blogspot.com The winners of this establishment’s weekly trivia competition are given a prize fit for their accomplishments: they get to drink for free!

BFS: GHOSTLIGHT 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $11.75/GA; $11.25/SR (60 +); $9.75/ST (plus fees*) • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com Ghostlight centers on Dan (Keith Kupferer), a melancholic middle-aged construction worker grieving a family tragedy. Rated R.

BOZEMAN MUSIC NIGHT WITH BRIAN KASSEY 4:30-7:30pm

• Bridger Brewing Co, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 587-2124 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Come enjoy some tunes while you dine on a full pizza menu and locally crafted beer!

JODY ENGSTROM 5pm • Gallatin River Lodge, 9105 Thorpe Rd, Bozeman • (406) 388-0148 • www.grlodge.com Local live music while you dine.

JACOB ROUNTREE 6pm • MAP Brewing Co, 510 Manley Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 587-4070 • www.mapbrewing. com Live local music!

OPEN JAM 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Come down and jam!

THURSDAY, SEP. 5

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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

MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS: PINKY AND THE FLOYD 6:30-10pm • Len Hill Park, 33 Lone Peak Dr, Big Sky • FREE • All ages The Arts Council of Big Sky is pleased to announce another incredible summer of Music in the Mountains at Center Stage in Len Hill Park in Big Sky.

MUSIC IN THE PARK SUMMER SERIES - ENNIS 5-7pm • Peter T’s Park, 213 Main St, Ennis • no charge • all ages Weather permitting music will take place every Thursday ~ June 27 to Sep 26 from 5 - 7:00pm.

BUNKHOUSE TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • Bunkhouse Brewery • FREE • All Ages • 406-577-2130 • www.bunkhousebrewery.com Trivia for all--prizes for top three teams, drink specials & more!

BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!

TRAUMA REBOOT COURSE BEGINS 6-8:30pm • Love INC • FREE • 18+ • 406-587-3008 • www.loveincgc.org This 12-week, faithbased, peer-led course empowers everyday people to overcome trauma and embrace a brighter future. Dinner and childcare provided. Separate men’s and women’s groups. Must register to secure a spot!

FAITH & FINANCES COURSE BEGINS 6-8:30pm • Love INC • FREE • 18+ • 406-587-3008 • www.loveincgc.org This 12-week course focuses on overcoming financial obstacles, setting savings goals, making a spending plan, managing debt, and more. Dinner and childcare included. Pre-registration required!

RAISING HIGHLY CAPABLE KIDS COURSE BEGINS 6-8:30pm • Love INC • FREE • 18+ • 406-587-3008 • www.loveincgc.org This 12-week course focuses on empowering parents with researchbased tools to nurture health, caring, and responsible children. Dinner and childcare provided. Pre-registration required!

NATIONAL PARK RADIO 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • FREE • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com A nationally touring indie-folk power duo based in the Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas.

SOULBOTS 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the touring indie-pop duo “Soulbots”.

KGLT DJ NIGHT 7-9pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the vibe that is the Hop Lounge and join the Guest DJ for KGLT Alternative Public Radio DJ Night.

GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR

EVOKE | A WOMEN’S DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 5:30-7:30pm

• Sky Oro • $800 -$888 • Professional Aged Women • 4068609951 • wholesomehealingcollective.thrivecart.com/evoke/ Are you feeling disconnected, unfulfilled, or lacking confidence? It’s time to EVOKE your true essence & step into your authentic self! Join us for a transformative journey of self-awareness & growth with Evoke. Sept-Dec, 5:30pm-7:30pm, 2x monthly.

TYLOR & THE TRAIN ROBBERS 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $45 ADV • livefromthedivide.com Montana Singer/Songwriter, Mike Murray, has a voice that is honest, direct, and embodies the pureness of a classic folk storyteller.

THREE FORKS MUSIC NIGHT WITH JAKOB ALEXANDER 7pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • FREE • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Come enjoy some tunes in Three Forks while you dine on a full menu and locally crafted beer!

KRIS CLONE BLUEGRASS BAND 6pm • Follow Yer’ Nose BBQ, 4 Overlook Rd, Emigrant • no cover • 406-224-2847 • www.followyernosebbq.com Live Bluegrass from a Bozeman band.

MONTANA STATE FOOTBALL September 7 - Gold Rush Game vs. Maine

FRIDAY, SEP. 6

LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Featuring local and touring music acts.

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.

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.

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.

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!

WARRIOR TASTE FEST 5:30-10pm • The Commons • $75 per person • All Ages • 406-585-9793 • warriorsandquietwaters.org Savor the extraordinary offerings from regional breweries, wineries, distilleries, and restaurants, witness artists finishing their creations right in front of you, and enjoy local musical performances to support Warriors & Quiet Waters’ mission.

THE COUNTRY & WESTERN TOUR PRESENTED BY BOOT BARN 6pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $35 - $59.50 • (406) 994-CATS • www.brickbreeden.com Ian Munsick Returns to the Rockies with ‘The Country & WESTern Tour’ This Fall. He will be making a stop at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse on Friday, September 6 with special guests, Randy Rogers Band and Bryan Martin.

IAN MUNSICK 7pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $35-$59.50 • (406) 994-CATS • www.brickbreeden.com The Country & Western Tour.

LOVE I.N.C. BLOCK PARTY 5-7:30pm • Bogert Park , S. Church Ave. , Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 406-587-3008 • www.facebook.com We will have live music, food trucks, inflatables, and raffle prizes! This is a family friendly event. Lawn chairs and picnic blankets are encouraged.

GALLATIN SPEEDWAY RACES 7:35pm • Gallatin Speedway, 2290 Tubb Rd, Belgrade • Adults $15 · Junior (13-17) $13 · Senior (65+) $13 · Kids 12 & under FREE · Pit Pass $30 • (406) 388-9666 • www. gallatinspeedway.com Gallatin Speedway holds races through mid-September. Friday night races start at 7:35 p.m. Just minutes from Bozeman, Montana, off I-90.

THE HIGH HAWKS || WITH VINCE & SILAS HERMAN 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $30 ADV/$45 DOS • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com The High Hawks feature members of Leftover Salmon, Railroad Earth and Hard Working Americans, and they make expansive rootsrock in the vein of The Grateful Dead.

THE MAX 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Bozeman’s longest living Rock band.

BAR IX TRIVIA 6-8pm • Bar IX, 311 E Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 551-2185 • www.bar-ix.com Undercover geniuses can try their hand at this spot’s trivia questions.

ALMOST EMPATHY W/ GOOCHSLAM & FKINWOW 8pm • Covellite Theatre, 215 W Broadway St, Butte • $10 ADV | $15 DOS • All Ages • 4063331658 • theticketing.co Surfer Rock, Hardcore-Punk, and homegrown Mountain Emo . . . What more could you ask for on a Friday night in September?

LIQUID GNAR + STRANDED BY CHOICE 7-11pm • The ELM • $10 (DOS) • 21+ • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Montana based bands, Liquid Gnar + Stranded By Choice for a live concert performance.

FRITZ ROAD 9-11pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com Fritz Road is a hard rock band from Bozeman, MT.

JKYL & HYDE PRESENTS HYDDEN TOUR 9pm • Club Zebra, 321 E Main St, Bozeman • $25 • 21+ Boomer + JSAMS + Cosmo & Wanda

FOOL’S GOLD 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • All Ages • 4062190400 • thejumpmt.com Fools Gold live and in concert, country covers and dance.

WINNIE BRAVE (DUO) 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak while listening to live local music.

MONTANA EXIT 6pm • Bale Of Hay Saloon, 344 W. Wallace St , Virginia City • no cover • (406) 843-5700 • www.baleofhaysaloon. com Live Montana music!

DANIEL KOSEL & MADRONA ROAD 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www. themurraybar.com Local band Rock, Country, Blues.

SATURDAY, SEP. 7

LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Featuring local and touring music acts.

WESTERN ROOTS COUNTRY DANCING 8pm-12:30am • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • no cover • bourbonmt.com Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing at 8pm then dance and party the night away!

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.

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!

COLBY ACUFF 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $20 ADV/$30 DOS • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Colby is an American country singer-songwriter from Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

MSU FOOTBALL VS MAINE 6pm • Bobcat Stadium, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • (406) 994-4221 • www.msubobcats.com Gold Rush game. Go Cats!

THE ROB & LOLI SHOW 5-7pm • Bale Of Hay Saloon, 344 W. Wallace St , Virginia City • 21+ • (406) 843-5700 • www.baleofhaysaloon.com Join us to take in all that is Rob & Loli!

THE MAX 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Bozeman’s longest living Rock band.

FAIRY GROVE: AN ENCHANTING EVENING OF MUSIC, DANCE, AND THEATER 5:30pm • Glen Lake Rotary Park - Boylan Road Entrance • FREE • All Ages • 406 600 2184 • www.randomactsofsilliness.com An all-ages evening of fairy themed music, story and dance in the enchanting Fairy Grove adjacent to Bumblewood Thicket fairy village. Shows are every Saturday at 5:30 and 7pm. Performances are FREE/ tickets required.

JIM NORTON LIVE 7:30pm • Emerson’s Crawford Theatre, 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman • $20-50 • (406) 587-9797 • www. theemerson.org Get ready to have your sides splitting as the one and only Jim Norton takes the stage with his hilarious jokes and witty humor.

TROUT BASKET 8pm • Rialto Theatre, 10 West Main St, Bozeman • FREE • 21+ • www.rialtobozeman.com Winners of the 2024 Bozeman’s Choice Bluegrass Band, Trout Basket dishes up high energy, hard-driving bluegrass music for the masses

MINOR GOLD 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $40 ADV • livefromthedivide.com Australia based duo Minor Gold echo 70’s cosmic Americana with an easy charm and potent honesty.

LATIN NIGHT FEATURING DJ BIG LOU 8pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar. com Latin dance night

LENA SCHIFFER TRIO 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • All Ages • 4062190400 • thejumpmt. com Former front person for Laney Lou and The Bird Dogs, all female folk trio.

2024 INDEPENDANCE SHOW 2pm • Willson Auditorium, 404 W. Main St., Bozeman • $22-25 • (406) 522-6000 IndepenDANCE welcomes ANYONE who wishes to join our supportive, creative, and dedicated dance community.

2024 INDEPENDANCE SHOW 7pm • Willson Auditorium, 404 W. Main St., Bozeman • $22-25 • (406) 522-6000 IndepenDANCE welcomes ANYONE who wishes to join our supportive, creative, and dedicated dance community.

TAREK ISHAM 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak while listening to live local music.

JOHNNY DANGO 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Americana music

SUNDAY, SEP. 8

710 ASHBURY 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $20 ADV/$30 DOS • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Helena’s most amazing Grateful Dead cover band.

ROADRUNNER - A JERRY GARCIA TRIBUTE 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 Jerry Garcia tribute band “Roadrunner”.

LENA SCHIFFER 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak while listening to live local music.

MONDAY, SEP. 9

SPORTS TRIVIA 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com For those looking for more sporty trivia questions this is it.

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.

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.

INDIGENOUS BIGFOOT STORIES & RESEARCH WITH LAILANI UPHAM & CARRIE LYNN BEAR CHIEF 5:30-8pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Free for members, $5 for non-members • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Join the “Sasquatch Aunties” Lailani and Carrie Lynn as they share captivating Indigenous Bigfoot stories and investigations, bringing ancient encounters to life and fostering a supportive community on their YouTube channel.

TUESDAY, SEP. 10

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.

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!

LONE MOUNTAIN RANCH RODEO 5:30-10:30pm • Lone Mountain Ranch, 750 Lone Mountain Ranch Rd, Big Sky • $75 kids over 5, $150 adults • lonemountainranch.com Weekly Lone Mountain Ranch Rodeo where we challenge cowboys and cowgirls to compete for bragging rights. Food, drinks, and more!

POKER TOURNAMENT 7-11pm • The Golden Zebra • $40 • 18+ • 4062192436 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. $200 Added. Great way to learn the game! Registration Open at 6:30 - late register by ~7:30. Food & Drinks

BOZEMAN FARMERS’ MARKET 5-8pm • Lindley Park, 626 E Main St, Bozeman • FREE • all ages • (406) 582-2291 Voted “Best THING in Bozeman” and “Best Farmers Market”!

TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Grab some friends and get there early to grab a table the first round starts at 6:30!

GREENSKY BLUEGRASS 7pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • $45, 5 and under FREE • all ages • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com “We love what we do, and we’re grateful for the love we receive in return from the people listening.”

MONTANA SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK PRESENTS HAMLET 5:30-7:30pm • MSU Grove (Duck Pond), 1262 S 11th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • www.montana.edu To be there or not to be there, that is the question.

LAST BEST PLACE TRIVIA 6pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman This brewery hosts trivia every Tuesday night at 6pm and offers some non-alcoholic choices as well like some N/A beers along with some drinks for kids like juice boxes.

PECHA KUCHA 43 6:40pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $9 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com 20 slides x 20 seconds each, a total of 6 minutes, 40 seconds! Presenters include Crystal Alegria & Rick Bass.

HAT EMBROIDERY - SPECIAL CLASS 2-3pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • teens, adults • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn how to embroider hats in the Work Bench. Registration required.

GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR

BINGO 8pm • The Molly Brown, 703 W. Babcock, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 552-7362 Patrons can gather their friends or fellow bingo addicts together and share in a night of fun.

CHANDLER HUNTLEY 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak while listening to live local music.

WEDNESDAY, SEP. 11

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

BIG SKY FARMER’S MARKET 5-8pm • Town Center Plaza • FREE • All ages The 2024 Big Sky Farmers Market will take place every Wednesday from 5-8pm, June 5th-September 25th, the Fall Markets will downsize to a smaller venue tentatively at the Town Center Plaza.

MIDWEEK MINDFULNESS 5-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join certified instructor Turi Hetherington for a peaceful guided meditation, then an exploration of the Labyrinth.

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

LITTLE JANE TRIO 5:30pm • Gallatin River Lodge, 9105 Thorpe Rd, Bozeman • (406) 388-0148 • www.grlodge.com Local live music while you dine.

TRIVIA NIGHT 8pm • The Molly Brown, 703 W. Babcock, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 552-7362 Gather your friends for a night of trivia fun each Wednesday.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com Regular party animals and intellectuals alike may enjoy Rockin R Trivia.

KATABATIC TRIVIA 6-7pm • Katabatic Brewing Company, 117 W Park St, Livingston • 21+ • (406) 333-2855 • katabaticbrewing. blogspot.com The winners of this establishment’s weekly trivia competition are given a prize fit for their accomplishments: they get to drink for free!

PECHA KUCHA 43 6:40pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $9 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com 20 slides x 20 seconds each, a total of 6 minutes, 40 seconds! Presenters include Crystal Alegria & Rick Bass.

BOZEMAN MUSIC NIGHT WITH WALCRIK 5:30pm • Bridger Brewing Co, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 587-2124 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Come enjoy some tunes while you dine on a full pizza menu and locally crafted beer!

INTRO TO LASER CUTTING 6:30-8pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • teens, adults • 406-5707752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Learn what laser cutting is and how you can do it at BPL.

5K BREW RUN 5:15pm • MAP Brewing Co, 510 Manley Rd, Bozeman • (406) 587-4070 • www.mapbrewing.com All courses are well marked with a start/finish area and outdoor beer garden. Check-in 5:15pm.

TINY PAYCHECK 6pm • MAP Brewing Co, 510 Manley Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 587-4070 • www.mapbrewing. com Live local music!

OPEN JAM 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Come down and jam!

THURSDAY, SEP. 12

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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

PROSPERITY PARTY: KENTUCKY DERBY STYLE 6-9pm • The Commons at Baxter and Love, 1794 Baxter Lane, Bozeman • $175 individual / $1600 table • (406) 451-0067 • www.thecommonsbozeman.com A welcoming and vibrant community of like-minded individuals passionate about making a difference and strengthening our local economy!

MUSIC IN THE PARK SUMMER SERIES - ENNIS 5-7pm • Peter T’s Park, 213 Main St, Ennis • no charge • all ages Weather permitting music will take place every Thursday ~ June 27 to Sep 26 from 5 - 7:00pm.

BUNKHOUSE TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • Bunkhouse Brewery • FREE • All Ages • 406-577-2130 • www.bunkhousebrewery.com Trivia for all--prizes for top three teams, drink specials & more!

BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!

BRYSON EVANS 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 Washington-based singer-songwriter Bryson Evans.

KGLT DJ NIGHT 7-9pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the vibe that is the Hop Lounge and join the Guest DJ for KGLT Alternative Public Radio DJ Night.

THE 2ND ANNUAL LAST BEST COMEDY FEST 6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15-$100 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets Last Best Comedy is excited to host the 2nd Annual Last Best Comedy Fest! Three nights of hilarious stand-up and improv with Reggie Watts, Rich Hall, Chris Fairbanks, & more. Multiple venues across the state.

THE 2ND FIRST SHOW WE’VE EVER HAD 6-7:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets The 2nd Annual Last Best Comedy Fest kicks off acts from all over the country! See some of our featured comics, the hilarious local favorite team “Okay Carol!” and the world famous Chad Damiani. With Stand-Up by Andrea Menchaca & Nicholas Hyde.

COMEDY PIÑATA 7:30-9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets The first night of shows is full of once-in-a-lifetime lineups! Catch a combination improv/stand-up show featuring a variety of comics and improvisers from around the country!

NOTORIOUS BOZ & STAND-UP SPOTLIGHT OMRY HANANYA 9-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest. com/tickets Night one welcomes an pillar of comedy at LBC, the Notorious BOZ, joined by one of our spotlight comics… Omry Hananya! A smattering of stand-up, improv, and storytelling!

TREASURE STATE COMEDY SHOWCASE WITH CHRIS FAIRBANKS 10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets Stay up late with us for LBC Fest’s Treasure State Comedy Showcase featuring two Montana comics, and one of our headliners, Chris Fairbanks!

LAST BEST COMEDY FEST HEADLINER RICH HALL 8-9:30pm

• The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman • $25 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest. com/tickets Local Rich Hall & his friends kick off the fest with a bang! Rich Hall is a multi award-winning American comedian, musician and author. In the US he wrote for David Letterman and appeared on David’s show frequently as a guest.

OLD IO WEST 7-8:30pm • Labor Temple, 422 E Mendenhall St, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/ tickets There’s too much fun to all fit in one venue! Night one sees a reunion of sorts at the legendary Labor Temple! Former iO West Alumns take the stage with a variety of improvised acts!

IMPROV SHOWCASE 8:30-10pm • Labor Temple, 422 E Mendenhall St, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest. com/tickets Sundown signals more collaborative comedy with a bunch of our featured Improv Teams. Watch these funny folk from across the country make it funny on the spot!

BLAKE BRIGHTMAN 7-9pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • FREE • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Blake Brightman is the lead singer of the Blake Brightman Band, living in the Paradise Valley.

THREE FORKS MUSIC NIGHT WITH BRENDAN NOLAN 7pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • FREE • 406-200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Come enjoy some tunes in Three Forks while you dine on a full menu and locally crafted beer!

METAL IN THE MOUNTAINS 7pm • Big Sky Town Center, Ousel Falls Road , Big Sky • FREE • all ages Blistered Earth with emerging artist Scavenger.

OPEN RANGE (DUO) 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak while listening to live local music.

WALCRIK 6pm • Follow Yer’ Nose BBQ, 4 Overlook Rd, Emigrant • no cover • 406-224-2847 • www.followyernosebbq.com Folk/ Americana/Roots based in Bozeman, Montana

FRIDAY, SEP. 13

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

ART WALK 6-8pm • Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman Over 40 participating businesses will feature local artists and often provide hors d’oeuvres and complimentary refreshments to the visiting community members.

GALLATIN SPEEDWAY RACES 7:35pm • Gallatin Speedway, 2290 Tubb Rd, Belgrade • Adults $15 · Junior (13-17) $13 · Senior (65+) $13 · Kids 12 & under FREE · Pit Pass $30 • (406) 388-9666 • www. gallatinspeedway.com Gallatin Speedway holds races through mid-September. Friday night races start at 7:35 p.m. Just minutes from Bozeman, Montana, off I-90.

BOZEMAN ICE DOGS VS. GREAT FALLS AMERICANS 7:30pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • $5-$10 • all ages • 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov

BAR IX TRIVIA 6-8pm • Bar IX, 311 E Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 551-2185 • www.bar-ix.com Undercover geniuses can try their hand at this spot’s trivia questions.

LOST CANYONS 7-11pm • Rialto • $10 (DOS) • 21+ • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Lost Canyons for a live concert performance.

THE 2ND ANNUAL LAST BEST COMEDY FEST 6pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15-$100 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets Last Best Comedy is excited to host the 2nd Annual Last Best Comedy Fest! Three nights of hilarious stand-up and improv with Reggie Watts, Rich Hall, Chris Fairbanks, & more. Multiple venues across the state.

STAND-UP TAPAS 6-7:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets Start Friday Night off right with a whole bunch of comedians from all over the country! We’ve put together a crew with many different styles and voices, so come find your new favorite comic, grab a drink, a Thank Goodness Its Fest!

HIGH WIRE IMPROV 7:30-9pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets Friday night continues with a squad of worthy improvisors. Three teams with different backgrounds and styles are loaded back-to-back-to-back in this show. They’ll probably need some suggestions, so bring your last best ideas!

LAST BEST COMEDY FEST PRESENT REGGIE WATTS 9-10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $65 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets We’re excited to have Reggie Watts on the Last Best Comedy stage! Reggie Watts is an internationally renowned Musician/ Comedian/Writer/Actor who is from Great Falls!

WHIZ BANG & STAND-UP SPOTLIGHT WITH TIMMY BOOTH 10:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest. com/tickets Whiz Bang is one of our signature shows, a short form, high energy improv show with tons of audience participation! Included in the night a spotlight on Stand-Ups Timmy Booth & Darlene Bereznicki.

BITS & BEAT: COMEDY & JAZZ 6-8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets Pop over to Live from the Divide to catch one of our classiest shows, Bits and Beats. A show paying homage to the roots of stand-up, we’ve got comics and a live Jazz Band!

GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR

TMI LIVE! BEST OF THE FEST STORYTELLING 8:30-11pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $20 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets We cap off the Friday night shows happening at Live From the Divide with one of our community favorite resident shows: TMI with Bex! Come hear some outrageous stories, and share in the moment these people tell their story publicly FOR THE FIRST TIME!

COMEDY IN THE ATTIC WITH CHRIS FAIRBANKS 8-10pm • The Attic, 110 N Main St, 2nd Floor, Livingston • $20 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets Friday night means comedy lands in Livingston. Head up to the Attic for a once-in-alifetime show starring Chris Fairbanks!!

SPEED DATING: 50+ EDITION 7-9:15pm • Sky Oro (Cannery District) • $45 • 50+ • 4065816022 • www.mixminglesingles.com Join Mix & Mingle for Speed Dating.. We make dating fun again.

BFS: WIDOW CLICQUOT 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $11.75/GA; $11.25/SR (60 +); $9.75/ST (plus fees*) • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com After her husband’s untimely death, Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin Clicquot flouts convention by assuming the reins of their fledgling wine business, defying her critics and revolutionizing the champagne industry to become one of the world’s first great businesswomen. Rated R.

BIRDHOUSE ART MARKET 5-8pm In partnership with the Art Walk, join us for a monthly curated outdoor pop-up market featuring local art, jewelry, crafts, and more in the heart of downtown Bozeman.

TRACTORBEAM 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $65 ADV - $90 DOS - $175 THREE NIGHT PASS • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Tbeam has evolved from biscuit songs with no lyrics to a digital DJ set that incorporates new tech the band has been working with.

TESTY FEST 2024 FEATURING COREY KENT, MIKE RYAN, AND TANNER LAWS 6:45pm • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $40-50 • (406) 994-CATS • www.brickbreeden. com Testicle Festival or “Testy Fest” is an annual philanthropic country music concert hosted by the Alpha Delta Chapter of the Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity at Montana State University.

BOZEMAN ICE DOGS VS. GREAT FALLS AMERICANS 7pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • $10 adult, $8 senior, $5 student • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Ice Dogs hockey brings the heat to the ice!

710 ASHBURY 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Helena’s most amazing Grateful Dead cover band.

BOTTLECAP 9-11:30pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com From high-energy anthems to soulful ballads, our music will take you on a journey and leave you wanting more!

BRANDON HALE & THE DIRTY SHAME 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • All Ages • 4062190400 • thejumpmt.com Montana Country extraordinaire, boot scooting dance and two step country.

LENA SCHIFFER 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak while listening to live local music.

BAND OF DRIFTERS 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar. com Local band playing Honky Tonk, Country Folk.

SATURDAY, SEP. 14

LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Featuring local and touring music acts.

WESTERN ROOTS COUNTRY DANCING 8pm-12:30am • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • no cover • bourbonmt.com Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing at 8pm then dance and party the night away!

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.

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!

BLISTERED EARTH 7-11pm • Rialto • $22 (Adv.) $25 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Blistered Earth for a live in concert performance.

LADIES NIGHT WITH DJ QUEEN E - LATIN MUSIC 8pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com Live Latin music to dance to.

RED SHAHAN 8pm • The Westerner, 304 Mill St., Gallatin Gateway • $25 • 21+ • thewesternermt.com A red-headed troubadour with a lonesome howl and penchant for somber portraits of busted boom towns and gritty, white-knuckled anthems.

FAIRY GROVE: AN ENCHANTING EVENING OF MUSIC, DANCE, AND THEATER 5:30pm • Glen Lake Rotary Park - Boylan Road Entrance • FREE • All Ages • 406 600 2184 • www.randomactsofsilliness.com An all-ages evening of fairy themed music, story and dance in the enchanting Fairy Grove adjacent to Bumblewood Thicket fairy village. Shows are every Saturday at 5:30 and 7pm. Performances are FREE/ tickets required.

OBSERVE THE MOON: A MEMBER-ONLY SERIES OF EVENTS 8:30-10:30pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • For MOR Members • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Explore the night sky and observe craters and mountains on the moon during International Observe the Moon Night.

THE 2ND ANNUAL LAST BEST COMEDY FEST 5pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15-$100 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets Last Best Comedy is excited to host the 2nd Annual Last Best Comedy Fest! Three nights of hilarious stand-up and improv with Reggie Watts, Rich Hall, Chris Fairbanks, & more. Multiple venues across the state.

UNSCRIPTED SATURDAYS SHOWCASE 5-6:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets Saturday blasts off with a show full of visiting improv teams! Each show is different, and none of them know what will happen once the lights go up! Funny people playing fast, spinning up a brand new world right on the spot.

LBCF STAND-UP SHOWCASE 6:30-8pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets Stand-Up Saturday, featuring select comics from around the country. We’ve got comics from both coasts, and from many places between!

IMPROV SHOWCASE 8-9:30pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • (406) 219-3933 • lastbestcomedy.com Saturday night continues with a show full of visiting improv teams! Each show is different, and none of them know what will happen once the lights go up! Funny people playing fast, spinning up a brand new world right on the spot.

NOTORIOUS BOZ & STAND-UP SPOTLIGHT DAN TREADWAY 9:30-11pm • Last Best Comedy, 321 E Main, Alley Entrance off Rouse, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest. com/tickets Friday Night’s Notorious BOZ is one of Bozeman’s favorite shows! We invite a locally (or globally) Notorious person to tell stories to inspire our show and our community. This show is special, as we also have the hilarious Dan Treadway slinging jokes

LAST BEST COMEDY FESTIVAL PRESENTS REGGIE WATTS! 8-9:30pm • Emerson’s Crawford Theatre, 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman • $35 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets Reggie Watts is an internationally renowned Musician/Comedian/ Writer/Actor who most recently starred as the bandleader on CBS’s The Late Late Show with James Corden.

TMI LIVE! FROM THE ATTIC 8-10pm • The Attic, 110 N Main St, 2nd Floor, Livingston • $20 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets TMI Live with Bex! right here in her hometown in the Attic. Come hear some outrageous stories, and share in the moment these people tell their story publicly FOR THE FIRST TIME! A great way to learn about your neighbors!

LIVE & IMPROVISED 6-7:30pm • Labor Temple, 422 E Mendenhall St, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/ tickets Things are slowing down but the shows are still Live & Improvised! Come watch these teams rock the stage!

COMEDY UTOPIA 7:30-9pm • Labor Temple, 422 E Mendenhall St, Bozeman • $15 • 18+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest. com/tickets We’re all feeling the comedy utopia from a weekend of awesome shows! This show is no different, Improv Utopia features some amazing teams and improvisers.

MAKE YOUR OWN EARRINGS WORKSHOP 10am-noon • Bozeman Elk’s Lodge Building • $55 • 18+, children can come with an adult • 4065798023 • www.pipjewelrymt.com Reserve a spot at a Pip Workshop where you will create two pairs of earrings, 1 pair wood and 1 pair leather. All supplies, tools, and instruction are provided.

THE DISCO BISQUITS 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $65 ADV - $90 DOS - $175 THREE NIGHT PASS • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Fresh Biscuits to your door since 1995 - straight out of Philadelphia, PA.

710 ASHBURY 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Helena’s most amazing Grateful Dead cover band.

THE HOUSEWIVES OF ST. JOHN 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • All Ages • 4062190400 • thejumpmt.com Jam Band/ Groove & Funk from the US Virgin Islands bring their tour to Montana!

DAN MEYER (DUO) 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak while listening to live local music.

QUAKING BAKE COMEDY 9-10:30pm • Labor Temple, 422 E Mendenhall St, Bozeman • $15 • 21+ • 4062193933 • lastbestcomedyfest.com/tickets Sponsored by Quaking Aspens Dispensary, join us for comedy, weed, & more comedy!

SUNDAY, SEP. 15

SLEEPING JESUS W/ COME BACK K 7-10pm • Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness, 81123 Gallatin Road, Four Corners • With Admission • All Ages • 4065866492 • bozemanhotsprings.co Live music while you soak! Featuring the Minnesota-based indie rock group “Sleeping Jesus” and local rock group “Come Back K”.

THE DISCO BISQUITS 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $65 ADV - $90 DOS - $175 THREE NIGHT PASS • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Fresh Biscuits to your door since 1995 - straight out of Philadelphia, PA.

CHRISTY HAYS 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak while listening to live local music.

MONDAY,

SEP.

16

SPORTS TRIVIA 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com For those looking for more sporty trivia questions this is it.

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.

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.

TUESDAY, SEP. 17

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.

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!

POKER TOURNAMENT 7-11pm • The Golden Zebra • $40 • 18+ • 4062192436 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. $200 Added. Great way to learn the game! Registration Open at 6:30 - late register by ~7:30. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.

SUMMER COMEDY NIGHTS 6:30pm • Covellite Theatre, 215 W Broadway St, Butte • FREE • All Ages • 4063331658 • Covellitepresents.org Join us in the Uptown Lounge at the Covellite Theatre to enjoy 8 nights of regional Stand-Up Comics, curated by 302 Comedy out of Helena, and hosted by comedian Dan Ralph.

TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Grab some friends and get there early to grab a table the first round starts at 6:30!

LAST BEST PLACE TRIVIA 6pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman This brewery hosts trivia every Tuesday night at 6pm and offers some non-alcoholic choices as well like some N/A beers along with some drinks for kids like juice boxes.

FATHER JOHN MISTY 7-11pm • The ELM • $35-$65 (Adv.) $38 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Father John Misty for a live in concert performance.

A CELEBRATION OF ANN BERTAGNOLLI’S 28 YEARS OF SERVICE AT MSU 4-6pm • NAH Inspiration Hall After 28 years at MSU in a career that spanned the arts, humanities, and sciences, Dr. Ann Bertagnolli will be retiring this September.=

BINGO 8pm • The Molly Brown, 703 W. Babcock, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 552-7362 Patrons can gather their friends or fellow bingo addicts together and share in a night of fun.

MAGGIE HICKMAN 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak

WEDNESDAY, SEP. 18

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

BIG SKY FARMER’S MARKET 5-8pm • Town Center Plaza • FREE • All ages The 2024 Big Sky Farmers Market will take place every Wednesday from 5-8pm, June 5th-September 25th, the Fall Markets will downsize to a smaller venue tentatively at the Town Center Plaza.

GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR

MIDWEEK MINDFULNESS 5-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join certified instructor Turi Hetherington for a peaceful guided meditation, then an exploration of the Labyrinth.

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

TRIVIA NIGHT 8pm • The Molly Brown, 703 W. Babcock, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 552-7362 Gather your friends for a night of trivia fun each Wednesday.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com Regular party animals and intellectuals alike may enjoy Rockin R Trivia.

KATABATIC TRIVIA 6-7pm • Katabatic Brewing Company, 117 W Park St, Livingston • 21+ • (406) 333-2855 • katabaticbrewing. blogspot.com The winners of this establishment’s weekly trivia competition are given a prize fit for their accomplishments: they get to drink for free!

SCIENCE INQUIRY SERIES: LESSONS FROM THE 2022 YELLOWSTONE FLOODS 6-7:15pm • Museum of the Rockies • FREE • All Ages • 406-994-2251 • www.gallatinscience.org Dr. Hugo Sindelar, MSU Assistant Professor of Film, will share his experience in documenting the 2022 Yellowstone floods and what can be learned from shared stories of effect and recovery to prepare for and manage future natural disasters.

NORTH FORK CROSSING September 20 - The Jump

BRYAN MCPHERSON 7-9pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • no cover • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com The sonic son of Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen, raised in the rough-and-tumble of Dorchester, Boston, Bryan McPherson is what happens when an Americanatinged sound gets sieved through a punk attitude: Working-class songs that make your head nod and feet tap.

BOZEMAN MUSIC NIGHT WITH TRYGH 5:30pm • Bridger Brewing Co, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 587-2124 • www. bridgerbrewing.com Come enjoy some tunes while you dine on a full pizza menu and locally crafted beer!

LITTLE JANE 6:30pm • Ted’s Montana Grill, 105 West Main Street, Bozeman • no cover • (406) 587-6000 • www.tedsmontanagrill.com Local live music while you dine.

LUKE FLANSBURG 5pm • Gallatin River Lodge, 9105 Thorpe Rd, Bozeman • (406) 388-0148 • www.grlodge.com Local live music while you dine.

FRANCES 6pm • MAP Brewing Co, 510 Manley Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 587-4070 • www.mapbrewing.com Live local music!

OPEN JAM 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Come down and jam!

THURSDAY,

SEP. 19

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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

MUSIC IN THE PARK SUMMER SERIES - ENNIS 5-7pm • Peter T’s Park, 213 Main St, Ennis • no charge • all ages Weather permitting music will take place every Thursday ~ June 27 to Sep 26 from 5 - 7:00pm.

BUNKHOUSE TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • Bunkhouse Brewery • FREE • All Ages • 406-577-2130 • www.bunkhousebrewery.com Trivia for all--prizes for top three teams, drink specials & more!

BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!

STEPS THROUGH HISTORY: BOZEMAN’S SOUTH SIDE HISTORIC BLACK COMMUNITY 6-7pm • The Extreme History Project • $20 General Admission, $18 Seniors, Members, Students • All Ages • www.eventbrite.com Discover the rich heritage and inspiring stories of Bozeman’s historic African American community who settled on the South Side of Bozeman.

MONTANA TRAILS LECTURE SERIES AT LONE MOUNTAIN RANCH 5pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • FREE • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies. org Myths, Legends, and Lore of the Northern Rockies With Museum of the Rockies Executive Director Chris Dobbs, delve into captivating stories and rich traditions that have shaped the cultural heritage of this majestic region.

KENNAN KRAUSE 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 singer-songwriter Kennan Krause.

KGLT DJ NIGHT 7-9pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the vibe that is the Hop Lounge and join the Guest DJ for KGLT Alternative Public Radio DJ Night.

MYTHIC CREATURES FOLKLORE SPEAKER SERIES: DRAGONS AND OTHER MYTHIC BEASTS: MISUNDERSTOOD NATURAL EVIDENCE WITH DR. ADRIENNE MAYOR 5:30-8pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • Free for members, $5/non-member • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Uncover the origins and significance of legendary creatures of the air, land, and water, such as dragons, mermaids, and Bigfoot, through the lenses of distinguished speakers in their fields.

HIGH COUNTRY HUSTLE + THE PICKPOCKETS 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $20 ADV/$25 DOS • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com High Country Hustle is a high energy bluegrass group out of Durango, Colorado.

THREE FORKS MUSIC NIGHT WITH WALCRICK 7pm • Bridger Brewing Pub + Grill, 10751 Hwy 287, Three Forks • FREE • 406200-9354 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Come enjoy some tunes in Three Forks while you dine on a full menu and locally crafted beer!

BLAKE BRIGHTMAN 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak while listening to live local music.

SWINE SILO 6pm • Follow Yer’ Nose BBQ, 4 Overlook Rd, Emigrant • no cover • 406-224-2847 • www.followyernosebbq.com Live music while you dine.

FRIDAY, SEP. 20

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.

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.

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.

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.

BPS GHOST WALKING TOURS 8-10:30pm • Corner at the Court House • $6 to $10 • All Ages • 406580-8855 • www.eventbrite.com Join Bozeman Paranormal on our annual ghost walking tours. Learn about the colorful history of Bozeman’s past residents and reports of paranormal activity in various downtown locations. Try your hand at some real ghost hunting equipment.

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!

BOZEMAN POETRY OPEN MIC 7pm • Country Bookshelf, 28 W. Main Street, Bozeman • 18+ • (406)587-0166 • www.countrybookshelf.com This is where you can say what you mean and mean what you say, without small impressionable ears listening.

RYAN HAMILTON - COMEDY NIGHT 8pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $78.25; $59.25; $49.75 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com With a wealth of TV appearances and a non-stop headlining tour, Ryan’s unique perspective of growing up in rural Idaho has made him a national favorite..

BOZEMAN ICE DOGS VS. BUTTE IRISH 7:30pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • $5-$10 • all ages • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Go Ice Dogs!

BAR IX TRIVIA 6-8pm • Bar IX, 311 E Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 551-2185 • www.bar-ix.com Undercover geniuses can try their hand at this spot’s trivia questions.

ACRM’S STIBITZ-WILSON AWARDS 5-7pm • The Elm Theater • FREE • All Ages • 406-582-1288 • acrmuseum.org/awards Join the American Computer & Robotics Museum for the 2024 StibitzWilson Awards, celebrating visionaries in medicine and technology under the theme “Code to Cure: Visionaries at the Nexus of Medicine and Technology.” Honorees include Maya Ajmera, Dr.

BOZEMAN ICE DOGS VS. BUTTE IRISH 7pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • $10 adult, $8 senior, $5 student • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Ice Dogs hockey brings the heat to the ice!

TSUNAMI FUNK 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Funk, Groove & Soul band from Bozeman, MT.

NORTH FORK CROSSING 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • All Ages • 4062190400 • thejumpmt. com Jam Grass up and comers from Bozeman, MT, this is a bluegrass DONT MISS!

CHANDLER HUNTLEY 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak while listening to live local music.

THE HOOLIGANS 6pm • Follow Yer’ Nose BBQ, 4 Overlook Rd, Emigrant • no cover • 406-224-2847 • www.followyernosebbq.com Hooligans is Bozeman’s longest running roots rock/Americana/ blues/jam band.

THE DEATH OF DR. PEPPER 7pm • The Story Mansion, 811 S. Willson, Bozeman • 406-582-2910 • www.friendsofthestory.org Mystery theater comedy by Eileen Moushey.

THE DIRTY DIRTY 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Local band playing Blues Rock.

SATURDAY, SEP. 21

LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Featuring local and touring music acts.

WESTERN ROOTS COUNTRY DANCING 8pm-12:30am • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • no cover • bourbonmt.com Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing at 8pm then dance and party the night away!

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.

BPS GHOST WALKING TOURS 8-10:30pm • Corner at the Court House • $6 to $10 • All Ages • 406580-8855 • www.eventbrite.com Join Bozeman Paranormal on our annual ghost walking tours. Learn about the colorful history of Bozeman’s past residents and reports of paranormal activity in various downtown locations. Try your hand at some real ghost hunting equipment.

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!

LINDSAY LOU 7-11pm • Rialto • $22 (Adv.) $25 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Lindsay Lou for a live in concert performance.

TYCHO 7-11pm • The ELM • $45 - $65 (Adv.) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Tycho for a live in concert performance.

BOZEMAN ICE DOGS VS. BUTTE IRISH 7:30pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • $5-$10 • all ages • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Go Ice Dogs!

FAIRY GROVE: AN ENCHANTING EVENING OF MUSIC, DANCE, AND THEATER 5:30pm • Glen Lake Rotary Park - Boylan Road Entrance • FREE • All Ages • 406 600 2184 • www.randomactsofsilliness.com An all-ages evening of fairy themed music, story and dance in the enchanting Fairy Grove adjacent to Bumblewood Thicket fairy village. Shows are every Saturday at 5:30 and 7pm. Performances are FREE/ tickets required.

BALLROOM DANCE BOZEMAN’S AUTUMN DANCE 7-10pm • Bozeman Senior Center, 807 N. Tracy Ave, Bozeman • $20 per person, included in Season Pass • www.ballroomdancebozeman. org Let’s get this party started! Join us for our season opener AUTUMN DANCE. Singles/couples welcome. You don’t need to be an expert dancer to join in. Attire is dressy-casual, plus clean (not outside) dance shoes to protect the floor.

RACHMANINOFF’S THIRD PIANO CONCERTO 7:30-9pm • Willson Auditorium, 404 W. Main St., Bozeman • $29 on up • All Ages • 4065859774 • www.bozemansymphony.org The Bozeman Symphony kicks off its 2024-25 concert season, a celebration of Music that Moves Us, with one of the biggest works in classical music, Rachmaninoff’s Third Piano Concerto featuring rising star Vijay Venkatesh on piano.

OKTOBERFEST noon-7pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • Complimentary • 8+ • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com We’ll serve up a fun-filled afternoon filled with an axe-throwing contest, a decadent pretzel charcuterie board, and Germaninspired beer!

TOPHOUSE 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $25 ADV/$30 DOS • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com A folk band from Western Montana living in Nashville Tennessee.

BOZEMAN ICE DOGS VS. BUTTE IRISH 7pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • $10 adult, $8 senior, $5 student • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Ice Dogs hockey brings the heat to the ice!

TSUNAMI FUNK 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Funk, Groove & Soul band from Bozeman, MT.

SIGNAL FIRE 8pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $5 • 21+ • (406) 587-0585 Signal Fire ignites the stage with a sizzling blend of rock, blues, and soul originals and covers.

JOE MAN DUO 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • All Ages • 4062190400 • thejumpmt.com John Prine and other folk covers, and originals alike! Lovely songwriting and beautiful singing.

MATT MITCHELL BAND 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar. com Local band playing Americana music.

GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR

SUNDAY, SEP. 22

JOHN ROBERTS Y PAN BLANCO 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 Billings-based funky salsa group, “John Roberts y Pan Blanco”.

HORNBREAD 7-9pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • FREE • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana. com Hornbread is an 8-piece Ska-Punk band based in Bozeman, MT. Their first album Freshly Baked established their tight sound featuring a ripping Horn section and a high speed Rhythm section capable of conjuring the most easily danceable grooves!

CHANDLER HUNTLEY 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak while listening to live local music.

MONDAY,

SEP. 23

SPORTS TRIVIA 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com For those looking for more sporty trivia questions this is it.

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.

September 26 - The ELM

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.

TUESDAY, SEP. 24

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.

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!

POKER TOURNAMENT 7-11pm • The Golden Zebra • $40 • 18+ • 4062192436 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. $200 Added. Great way to learn the game! Registration Open at 6:30 - late register by ~7:30. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.

TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Grab some friends and get there early to grab a table the first round starts at 6:30!

LAST BEST PLACE TRIVIA 6pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman This brewery hosts trivia every Tuesday night at 6pm and offers some non-alcoholic choices as well like some N/A beers along with some drinks for kids like juice boxes.

MAKE YOUR OWN EARRINGS WORKSHOP 5:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Elk’s Lodge Building • $55 • 18+, children can come with an adult • 4065798023 • www.pipjewelrymt.com Reserve a spot at a Pip Workshop where you will create two pairs of earrings, 1 pair wood and 1 pair leather. All supplies, tools, and instruction are provided.

BINGO 8pm • The Molly Brown, 703 W. Babcock, Bozeman • 21+

• (406) 552-7362 Patrons can gather their friends or fellow bingo addicts together and share in a night of fun.

TAYLOR BURLAGE 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak while listening to live local music.

WEDNESDAY, SEP. 25

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

BIG SKY FARMER’S MARKET 5-8pm • Town Center Plaza • FREE • All ages The 2024 Big Sky Farmers Market will take place every Wednesday from 5-8pm, June 5th-September 25th, the Fall Markets will downsize to a smaller venue tentatively at the Town Center Plaza.

MIDWEEK MINDFULNESS 5-6pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Join certified instructor Turi Hetherington for a peaceful guided meditation, then an exploration of the Labyrinth.

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

TRIVIA NIGHT 8pm • The Molly Brown, 703 W. Babcock, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 552-7362 Gather your friends for a night of trivia fun each Wednesday.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com Regular party animals and intellectuals alike may enjoy Rockin R Trivia.

KATABATIC TRIVIA 6-7pm • Katabatic Brewing Company, 117 W Park St, Livingston • 21+ • (406) 333-2855 • katabaticbrewing. blogspot.com The winners of this establishment’s weekly trivia competition are given a prize fit for their accomplishments: they get to drink for free!

THE IMAGINARIES 7-9pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • FREE • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com An Oklahoma based Singer-Songwriter Duo consisting of husband-wife Shane Henry and Maggie McClure.

BOZEMAN MUSIC NIGHT WITH LAZY OWL STRING 5:30pm • Bridger Brewing Co, 1609 S 11th Ave, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 587-2124 • www.bridgerbrewing.com Come enjoy some tunes while you dine on a full pizza menu and locally crafted beer!

TOM KIRWAN 6pm • MAP Brewing Co, 510 Manley Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 587-4070 • www.mapbrewing.com Live local music!

OPEN JAM 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Come down and jam!

THURSDAY,

SEP. 26

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

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.

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.

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 fellow tiers.

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!

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

THE MOVEMENT 7-11pm • The ELM • $35 (Adv.) $38 (DOS) + applicable fees • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome The Movement for a live in concert performance.

MUSIC IN THE PARK SUMMER SERIES - ENNIS 5-7pm • Peter T’s Park, 213 Main St, Ennis • no charge • all ages Weather permitting music will take place every Thursday ~ June 27 to Sep 26 from 5 - 7:00pm.

BUNKHOUSE TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • Bunkhouse Brewery • FREE • All Ages • 406-577-2130 • www.bunkhousebrewery.com Trivia for all--prizes for top three teams, drink specials & more!

BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!

KGLT DJ NIGHT 7-9pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the vibe that is the Hop Lounge and join the Guest DJ for KGLT Alternative Public Radio DJ Night.

BAND OF DRIFTERS 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $25 ADV/$30 DOS • (406) 222-3628 • www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Honky Tonk / Country Folk music from good ol’ Montana.

JEFFREY FOUCAULT 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $80 ADV • livefromthedivide.com In September of 2024 Jeffrey Foucault will release THE UNIVERSAL FIRE (Fluff & Gravy, 9/6/24), his first album of entirely new material since 2018.

FRIDAY, SEP. 27

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

WWW.TWANG BAND 7:30-10pm • Music Ranch Montana • $12 • All Ages • 406-222-2255 • www.musicranchmontana.net Enjoy live music, dancing, and food in Paradise Valley.

PROF 7-11pm • The ELM • $30 - $50 (Adv.) $35 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome PROF for a live in concert performance.

BAR IX TRIVIA 6-8pm • Bar IX, 311 E Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 551-2185 • www.bar-ix.com Undercover geniuses can try their hand at this spot’s trivia questions.

TALISK 7:30pm • The Ellen Theatre, 17 W. Main St., Bozeman • $33.75 • (406) 585-5885 • www.theellentheatre.com Groundbreaking, chart-topping, genre-bending, globetrotting, instantly enthralling…Talisk.

STILGONE + MINT 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $15 ADV/$25 DOS • (406) 222-3628 • www. pinecreeklodgemontana.com Intergalactic Dirtbag Soul from Bozeman MT.

JEFFREY FOUCAULT 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $80 ADV • livefromthedivide.com In September of 2024 Jeffrey Foucault will release THE UNIVERSAL FIRE (Fluff & Gravy, 9/6/24), his first album of entirely new material since 2018.

JUSTIN CASE BAND 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Rock & Roll band from Billings, MT.

JAMPOKE 9-11:30pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com Jampoke is a folk-rock band with a heavy jam influence that plays a mix of soulful folk tunes, and more instrumental, high energy jam rock.

WALCRIK 8-11pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • FREE • All Ages • 4062190400 • thejumpmt.com Bozeman legends, four piece Americana string band. Dance shoes go on for this show!

VOCALIST JENI FLEMING WITH ERIC FUNK & JOHN SANDERS 7pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $55 + fees • 21+ • (406) 587-0585 Concertgoers will delight to find Bozeman’s most treasured barroom transformed into a onenight-only jazz club, complete with a 6-foot grand piano perched beneath the iconic Mobil Pegasus.

VOCALIST JENI FLEMING WITH ERIC FUNK & JOHN SANDERS 9pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $55 + fees • 21+ • (406) 587-0585 Concertgoers will delight to find Bozeman’s most treasured barroom transformed into a onenight-only jazz club, complete with a 6-foot grand piano perched beneath the iconic Mobil Pegasus.

ART WALK & BOOK SIGNINGS W/ MARC BEAUDIN & LUANN ROD 5-8pm • Wheatgrass Books Join us at Wheatgrass Books & Green Door Gallery for both the artist reception of The V Word and the 4th Friday book signings with authors Marc Beaudin & LuAnn Rod.

BRENDAN NOLAN 9pm • Bozeman Taproom, 101 N Rouse Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ Local live music.

BEN LARSON & THE GROWNASS MEN 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www. themurraybar.com Old Time Country, Bluegrass

SATURDAY, SEP. 28

LIVE MUSIC 8-10pm • Tune Up Bar, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 551-7702 • tuneupbarandlounge.com Featuring local and touring music acts.

WESTERN ROOTS COUNTRY DANCING 8pm-12:30am • Bourbon, 515 W Aspen St, Bozeman • no cover • bourbonmt.com Learn to line dance with Western Roots Dancing at 8pm then dance and party the night away!

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.

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!

BOZEMAN ICE DOGS VS. BUTTE IRISH 8:30pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • $5-$10 • all ages • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Go Ice Dogs!

GREATER YELLOWSTONE EVENTS CALENDAR

WHY DINOSAURS? DOCUMENTARY SCREENING WITH-

TONY PINTO 6-8pm • Museum of the Rockies, 600 West Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman • $10 non-members, $8 members • All Ages • 4069942251 • museumoftherockies.org Ever wonder why dinosaurs have always fascinated us? Join us for a screening of the film WHY DINOSAURS? with Tony Pinto and museum paleontologists!

710 ASHBURY 8pm • The Filling Station, 2005 N. Rouse Ave, Bozeman • $15 • 21+ • (406) 587-0585 710 Ashbury is a 4-piece band from Helena, Montana committed to preserving the legacy of the Grateful Dead.

SICARD HOLLOW + BLUE POINT BLUEGRASS 7-10pm • Pine Creek Lodge, 2496 E. River Road, Livingston • $25 ADV/$35 DOS • (406) 222-3628 • www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com Nashville’s psychedelic punk-grass rockers, Sicard Hollow!

MSU WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL VS. NORTHERN ARIZONA 7pm • MSU Shroyer Gym, 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman • $8 adult, $6 child Broadcast Live on ESPN+ Go Cats!

BOZEMAN ICE DOGS VS. BUTTE IRISH 7pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • $10 adult, $8 senior, $5 student • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin.mt.gov Ice Dogs hockey brings the heat to the ice!

JUSTIN CASE BAND 9pm • Chico Hot Springs, 163 Chico Road, Pray • no cover • 21+ • (406) 333-4933 • www.chicohotsprings.com Rock & Roll band from Billings, MT.

MATHIAS NUNBERG 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak while listening to live local music.

HAVEN’S EVENING OF HOPE 5:30-9pm • Armory Music Hall, 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman • www.armorymusichall.com Each year we are grateful to celebrate and honor survivors with Haven’s support network at our annual fall fundraiser, Evening of Hope. This year’s event will include live entertainment, a sit-down dinner, a live auction and cash call, and more.

WALCRIK 9pm • The Murray Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston • no cover • 21+ • (406) 222-6433 • www.themurraybar.com Folk, Roots

SUNDAY, SEP. 29

DESCENDENTS WITH BUZZCOCKS AND GRUMPSTER 6-11pm • The ELM • $39 - $60 (Adv.) $42 (DOS)

• All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Descendents with Buzzcocks and Grumpster for a live in concert performance.

SOLIDARITY SERVICE 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 jam rock group “Solidarity Service”.

LENA SCHIFFER 5pm • Sage Lodge, 55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray • no cover • 855.400.0505 • www.sagelodge.com The Lobby Take in the stunning views of Emigrant Peak while listening to live local music.

MONDAY,

SEP. 30

SPORTS TRIVIA 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com For those looking for more sporty trivia questions this is it.

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.

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.

ACCLAIMED NOVELIST ISABEL ALLENDE TO SPEAK AT MONTANA STATE 7:30pm • MSU SUB (Strand Union Building), 280 Strand Union, Bozeman • FREE • (406) 994-4636 • www.montana. edu/sub/ Allende is a Chilean-American writer known for interweaving imaginative stories with significant historical events in her books. She first won worldwide acclaim in 1982 with the publication of her debut novel, “The House of the Spirits.”

GO ‘CATS LIGHTING 7-9pm • North and South Hedges Dorms, MSU Join University Student Housing and The Office of Student Engagement for a fun tradition at the dorms.

TUESDAY, OCT. 1

BOZEMAN’S CHOICE VOTING BEGINS

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.

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!

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.

POKER TOURNAMENT 7-11pm • The Golden Zebra • $40 • 18+ • 4062192436 • seatopen.com Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. $200 Added. Great way to learn the game! Registration Open at 6:30 - late register by ~7:30. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.

MOON HOOCH 7-11pm • Rialto • $22 (Adv.) $25 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Moon Hooch for a live in concert performance.

TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Grab some friends and get there early to grab a table the first round starts at 6:30!

RECIPE TEST KITCHEN 6:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • 406-570-7752 • www. bozemanlibrary.org Bring a dish and the recipe to Recipe Test Kitchen, we’ll discuss, talk about food, recipes, and challenges with the monthly theme.

LAST BEST PLACE TRIVIA 6pm • Last Best Place Brewery, 605 N. 7th Ave, Bozeman This brewery hosts trivia every Tuesday night at 6pm and offers some non-alcoholic choices as well like some N/A beers along with some drinks for kids like juice boxes.

LASER ENGRAVING ON THICK MATERIALS - SPECIAL CLASS 2-3pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • teens, adults • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Registration opens on Sunday, September 1 2024 at 2:00pm

BINGO 8pm • The Molly Brown, 703 W. Babcock, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 552-7362 Patrons can gather their friends or fellow bingo addicts together and share in a night of fun.

WEDNESDAY,

OCT. 2

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.

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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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

TRIVIA NIGHT 8pm • The Molly Brown, 703 W. Babcock, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 552-7362 Gather your friends for a night of trivia fun each Wednesday.

TRIVIA NIGHT 7:30pm • Rockin’ R Bar, 211 E. Main St, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 587-9355 • www.rockingrbar.com Regular party animals and intellectuals alike may enjoy Rockin R Trivia.

KATABATIC TRIVIA 6-7pm • Katabatic Brewing Company, 117 W Park St, Livingston • 21+ • (406) 333-2855 • katabaticbrewing. blogspot.com The winners of this establishment’s weekly trivia competition are given a prize fit for their accomplishments: they get to drink for free!

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND ARCHITECTURE 50TH ANNIVERSARY: UNBRANDED SCREENING 7-10pm • MSU - Visual Communications Building, Room 182 Join Phillip Baribeau, Director and MSU film graduate, and Dennis Aig, producer and MSU film professor, to watch this documentary showing an epic journey of four young cowboys who ride 3,000 miles along the backbone of the Rocky Mountains from the Mexican to the Canadian border on a string of wild mustangs.

THURSDAY, OCT. 3

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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

BUNKHOUSE TRIVIA 6:30-8:30pm • Bunkhouse Brewery • FREE • All Ages • 406-577-2130 • www.bunkhousebrewery.com Trivia for all--prizes for top three teams, drink specials & more!

EVAN HONER 6-11pm • The ELM • $22 (Adv.) $27 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Evan Honer for a live in concert performance.

BINGO NIGHT 7-10pm • The Jump, 75770 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway • $20 • 18+ • (406) 518-5011 • www.thejumpmt.com It’s a game that we all know and love, so why not bring everyone down for dinner and drinks!

KGLT DJ NIGHT 7-9pm • Hop Lounge, 93 Rowland Rd, Bozeman • no cover • all ages • (406) 404-1784 Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the vibe that is the Hop Lounge and join the Guest DJ for KGLT Alternative Public Radio DJ Night.

LIGHTING OF THE ‘M’ 6-8pm • Story Mill Community Park, Story Mill Rd, Bozeman • FREE Come to Story Mill Park to enjoy a luminous sight! Student leaders will be placing LED lights around the perimeter of the M to celebrate homecoming week.

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND ARCHITECTURE 50TH ANNIVERSARY: ARTS AUCTION RECEPTION 5pm • Emerson Ballroom, 111 S. Grand, Bozeman • (406) 587-9797 • www.theemerson.org Gather before the auction for a no-host social. Reception is open to the public and free to attend.

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND ARCHITECTURE 50TH ANNIVERSARY: ARCHITECTURE PANEL 5pm • MSU Cheever Hall Lower Gallery • FREE Connect with fellow alumni and faculty while gaining valuable perspectives on the evolving field of architecture. Panel is open to the public and free to attend.

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND ARCHITECTURE 50TH ANNIVERSARY: MUSIC CONCERT 7:30-9pm • Reynold’s Recital Hall, MSU Howard Hall, Bozeman • (406) 994-3562 • www.montana.edu Enjoy an unforgettable performance by Eric Funk and Phillip Aaberg. Please RSVP by Monday, Sept. 30.

MEET THE AUTHOR - MARK SULLIVAN 6:30-7:30pm • Bozeman Public Library, 626 East Main Street, Bozeman • FREE • all ages • 406-570-7752 • www.bozemanlibrary.org Bozeman Public Library is honored to host a book reading by award-winning author Mark Sullivan.

FRIDAY, OCT. 4

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

BAR IX TRIVIA 6-8pm • Bar IX, 311 E Main St, Bozeman • 21+ • (406) 551-2185 • www.bar-ix.com Undercover geniuses can try their hand at this spot’s trivia questions.

HIGHLY SUSPECT 7-11pm • The ELM • $39 - $60 (Adv.) $42 (DOS) • All Ages • 4068304640 • logjampresents.com Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Highly Suspect for a live in concert performance.

PRESIDENT’S HOMECOMING AWARD CEREMONY 5:30-8pm • MSU SUB Ballroom, 280 strand Union, Bozeman • $45/person • (406) 994-3081 • www.montana.edu This event will honor the 2024 Homecoming Award Recipients! Tickets are $45/person which includes dinner and an adult beverage. Please RSVP by Wednesday, Sept. 18.

MSU CHORAL REUNION REHEARSAL 5:30pm • Holy Rosary Church, 220 West Main Street , Bozeman MSU Alumn will perform.

HOMECOMING PEP RALLY 6pm • Downtown Bozeman, Bozeman • FREE Join the coaches, players and the Homecoming Ambassador candidates and get pumped up for the big game!

FRATERNITY AND SORORITY ALUMNI SOCIAL 6:30-8:30pm • Baxter Hotel, 105 W Main St, Bozeman • $10 • (406) 582-1000 • www.thebaxterhotel.com A casual fraternity and sorority alumni social. $10 per person which includes an adult beverage, appetizer and cash bar for additional drinks. RSVP by, Sept. 30.

MIKE MURRAY DUO 8pm • Live From the Divide, 627 East Peach Street, Bozeman • $35 ADV • livefromthedivide.com Montana Singer/Songwriter, Mike Murray, has a voice that is honest, direct, and embodies the pureness of a classic folk storyteller.

BOZEMAN ICE DOGS VS. BADLANDS SABRES 7pm • Haynes Pavilion | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 North Black, Bozeman • $10 adult, $8 senior, $5 student • (406) 582-3270 • www.gallatin. mt.gov Ice Dogs hockey brings the heat to the ice!

LOGAN LEIBERT AND THE LIGHT BLUE 9-11:30pm • Grey Dog Bar, 34 N Bozeman Ave, Bozeman • no cover • 21+ • (406) 404-1014 • www.thegreydogbar.com Logan Liebert and the Light Blue play original music by their lead singer with one of the most sonically dynamic sounds in Bozeman.